Kitamura Waistline

Produced by Dayatang, made by intangible cultural heritage inheritor Hong Jike. Volume: Approx. 1000 ml. Weight: Approx. 600 g.

The body of the kettle is made of 9999 sterling silver, handcrafted from a single piece of silver. It undergoes 40 quenchings and 150,000 forgings…
The design is extremely simple, with a one-piece spout and waistline that add to its rustic charm. The pea-pod-shaped iron handle is adorned with three jade rings, their mirror-like surfaces as smooth as a baby's skin, resulting in a restrained and elegant style.

Such "one-piece" works, except for the handle and lid, use only one piece of gold or silver for the rest of the teapot. Without fusion, they are crafted solely through meticulous hammering, a difficult and complex process. The rounded parts of the teapot, in particular, require tens of thousands of hammer blows to complete in one continuous motion. Although lacking intricate decorations and possessing a simple, unadorned appearance, its full shape and flowing lines are pleasing to the eye, revealing a restrained beauty.

Shizuka Kitamura [1904-1976] was an important inheritor of Japanese intangible cultural heritage. Her works are characterized by their simplicity and elegance, with the body made from a single piece and the handle shaped like a bean pod.

Just as teapots created by Lu Siting are called "Siting teapots," teapots in the style of Gong Chun are respectfully named "Gong Chun" by later generations.
Due to Kitamura's status in the history of metalworking, works of this style are respectfully referred to as "Kitamura" pieces in the industry.
The exquisite craftsmanship of Chinese silverware is unprecedented, and its simple beauty and harmonious Eastern style are also admired by contemporary tea drinkers.