Ru Ware Sky-Blue Handcrafted Shipiao (石瓢) Teapot 200ml

Product Specifications

Capacity: 200ml

Diameter: 14.0cm

Height: 7.0cm

Material: Ru ware incense clay & Ru ware Glaze

Origin: Ruzhou, Henan Province.

Firing Temperature: 1300°C

Craftsmanship: Handmade and hand-glazed.

Glaze Ingredients: Agate, plant ash, quartz, and other ingredients.

Food Safe: Yes

Packaging: Premium gift box

Classical Shipiao Geometry Meets the Timeless Elegance of Ru Ware Tianqing Glaze.

Crafted with exquisite architectural balance, this Ru Ware Shipiao Teapot (Ru Yao Shi Piao) merges the universally loved trapezoidal shape of traditional Yixing Zisha with the legendary jade-soft sky-blue (Tianqing) glaze of Song Dynasty imperial porcelain.

Timeless Shipiao Architecture: The stable, wide-bottomed pyramid structure allows whole tea leaves (such as Oolong, Raw Pu'er, and White Tea) to expand fully during steeping, releasing rich, layered flavors.

Unctuous Agate-Infused Tianqing Glaze: Coated in a thick, semi-matte sky-blue glaze that mimics smooth polished jade, presenting a calming visual centerpiece under natural light.   

Living Ice-Crackle Patina (Binglie): The glaze naturally features microscopic hairline fissures. Over years of daily steeping, tea tannins gently nourish these fine lines, cultivating a lustrous, personalized antique patina (Tea Seasoning / Yang Hu).

Ergonomic Bridge Button & Straight Spout: Designed for precise, splash-free pouring with a comfortable grip and fast water discharge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What makes a Shipiao teapot shape ideal for steeping tea?

A: The Shipiao (Stone Gourd) shape features a wide base and sloping walls that create optimal water convection. This design allows large-leaf teas—like Oolong, White Tea, and Sheng Pu'er—to unfurl completely and yield maximum aroma and flavor depth.

Q: Does Ru Ware crackle glaze affect tea flavor?

A: No, the thick porcelain glaze is completely inert and will not absorb or alter delicate tea notes, making it versatile for brewing different tea varieties in the same teapot. Over time, the outer crackle lines (Binglie) gently absorb tea oils, enhancing the teapot's physical aesthetic with a warm, seasoned glow.