{"product_id":"yixing-factory-1-zisha-teapot-gourd-lion-white-clay-inlay","title":"Yixing Factory 1 Zisha Teapot: Gourd Lion, White Clay Inlay","description":"\u003ch4\u003eA Sculptural Yixing Teapot\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vintage Yixing Zisha teapot in the Gourd Lion design, with a sculpted resting lion finial, white clay inlay and incised calligraphy. Its generous approximately 700 ml capacity gives this piece a substantial presence, whether displayed in a teaware collection or brought to the tea table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAttribution \u0026amp; Included Packaging\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAttributed to Yixing Factory 1 and the Green Label export period, circa 1977–1983. Accompanied by a brown cardboard export box with a white-and-black character label and red seal stamp. The teapot retains an original oval green foil label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDetails \u0026amp; Measurements\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Yixing, Jiangsu Province, China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Zisha clay with white clay inlay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Gourd Lion, with a sculpted resting lion finial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarkings: Incised calligraphy on the body and a stamped seal beneath the lid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCatalogue reference recorded for this model: Insing Violet-Sand Earthenware Catalogue No. 4, Item I-2031\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLid seal:「伟君」(Wei Jun) \/ 周惠君 (Zhou Huijun)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCapacity: Approximately 700 ml (700 cc)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDry weight, including lid: Approximately 388 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength, spout to handle: Approximately 19.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: Approximately 13 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: Approximately 9.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilter: Internal multi-hole filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes: Teapot, lid and accompanying export box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCondition\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew old stock, unused and unseasoned. Described as being in excellent vintage condition, with no known issues. Please review the photographs for the condition of the teapot, markings and packaging, and contact Butterflywuu if you would like further details before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lion finial, calligraphy and contrasting inlay give this piece its distinctive character. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCareful Packaging\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fragile teapot will be carefully \u0026amp; professionally packed for shipping. Please contact Butterflywuu before purchasing if you would like to confirm delivery arrangements, insurance or signature service for your destination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuestions are always welcome. Thank you for visiting Butterflywuu.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Butterflywuu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67804359557280,"sku":"POT=F1-LIO-01","price":1580.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1068\/6703\/2224\/files\/factory-1-yixing-zisha-teapot-gourd-lion-finial-green-label-main-view.jpg?v=1792994313","url":"https:\/\/butterflywuu.com\/products\/yixing-factory-1-zisha-teapot-gourd-lion-white-clay-inlay","provider":"Butterflywuu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}