Yixing Purple Clay Sheep Tea Pet Ornament
Original price was: $43.90.$37.90Current price is: $37.90.
This Yixing Zisha sheep tea pet is handcrafted from different varieties of original mine Yixing Zisha clay. Due to the varying mineral content in each type of clay, every tea pet has a distinct color. This hue is not created by any coatings, but the natural color inherent to the Zisha clay itself.
It features a vivid, fun and utterly adorable design, adorned with copper coins that symbolize wealth and carry auspicious meanings. Place it on your tea tray and pour tea liquor over it while brewing tea. Nurtured by the tea liquor over time, a smooth and glossy patina will gradually form on its surface.
This little sheep tea pet boasts an adorable design and is a classic craft of traditional Chinese tea culture, exquisitely made with fine attention to detail. Its four color variations are each crafted from a distinct type of Zisha clay, and the company of this charming tea pet will add a delightful touch to your tea tasting moments.
About Yixing Zisha Clay
Yixing Zisha clay is a rare and unique clay native to Yixing, China. The four differently colored tea pets are each hand-shaped from a separate variety of this clay, showcasing the clay’s natural hues with no artificial dyes added. Tea pets made from Zisha clay have the ability to absorb tea aromas. Simply pour tea liquor over this sheep tea pet while brewing tea, and with consistent nurturing over time, it will gradually develop a smooth, lustrous patina and become imbued with a subtle tea fragrance.
The Symbolism of the Sheep Tea Pet
In Chinese culture, the sheep is revered as an auspicious creature that symbolizes prosperity and peace. This sheep tea pet embodies this timeless symbolism and is further adorned with copper coin accents, which symbolize attracting wealth and good fortune. It is often gifted to friends as a heartfelt way to convey these auspicious wishes.
| Product Name | Zisha Money Sheep Tea Pet |
|---|---|
| Style | Money Sheep Zhuni Clay, Money Sheep Light Grey Clay, Money Sheep Yellow Duan Clay, Money Sheep Dark Green Clay |
| Material | Original mine Yixing Zisha clay |
| Craftsmanship | Handmade, high temperature fired |
| Origin | Yixing, China |
| Dimensions | 5.6 x 4.7 x 7.5 cm (2.20 x 1.85 x 2.95 in) |
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