Qin Xun's replica of the Qingzhongqi Autumn Water Pot

Qin Xun's replica of the Qingzhongqi Qiushui Pot has a strong antique feel.

Capacity : 180ml

Attention to detail: The edges are both soft and strong, and the delicate upward curve of the spout and the arc of the handle require precise control, showcasing the craftsman's balance between strength and beauty. This piece is characterized by its "exquisite craftsmanship, ingenuity, and elegance," representing the "small but elegant" spirit in Zisha art.

Autumn Water belongs to the category of plain and unadorned wares, without complicated carvings. It wins with the beauty of lines and embodies the aesthetic concept of "simplicity is the ultimate sophistication".

Overall design:
The body of the teapot is flat and round or slightly pear-shaped, with smooth and full lines and natural transitions. The belly is slightly bulging and the bottom tapers, resembling ripples on autumn water.
Spout : Short, curved spout, delicately upward-pointing, smooth water flow, and clean cut-off.
Teapot handle: Ear-shaped or inverted ear-shaped, symmetrical to the spout, and comfortable to hold.
Teapot lid: Press-fit type, the rim of the lid fits tightly with the mouth of the teapot, the lid surface is slightly bulging, and the knob is mostly round or bridge-shaped, simple and elegant.
Proportionally harmonious: The teapot is small and exquisite with a stable center of gravity, making it suitable for one-handed operation and meeting the requirement of "gathering aroma in a small pot" in Kung Fu tea.

The Autumn Water Teapot is a classic shape among Yixing teapots. Its surface is warm and smooth like jade, with beautiful flowing water patterns. The Zhu Ni clay has a high shrinkage rate (about 30%).
Suitable tea types: Zhu Ni clay has high density and moderate breathability, making it suitable for brewing highly aromatic oolong teas, such as Tieguanyin, rock tea, and black tea. It can bring out the aroma of the tea and leave a lasting fragrance.

Usage scenarios: Small teapots are suitable for drinking alone or sharing with two or three close friends, especially in the Kung Fu tea ceremony, and are convenient for ritualistic operations such as warming the pot and rinsing the pot.
Its shape blends natural imagery with traditional craftsmanship, making it suitable for daily tea drinking as well as a refined object for the desk, truly a scholar's elegant vessel in tea ceremony.