Hehuan Teapot

The Hehuan  teapot is one of the celebrated “Eighteen Forms of Mansheng”, created by the scholar Chen Mansheng and the master potter Yang Pengnian. This piece faithfully replicates the original Mansheng Hehuan teapot that sold for 3.4 million yuan at Xiling Auction in 2018. The body bears the classic inscription: “Wine brings joy, but tea is better – Mansheng”. While staying true to the original’s literati spirit, the handle has been innovatively redesigned as a dragon handle , adding a touch of heroic elegance that complements the auspicious meaning of “harmony and joy”. Crafted from Duanni Cinnabar Clay, it fires to a warm, sandy texture – replicating the antique refinement of the old teapot. At just 110 cc, it captures the small yet exquisite character of the original, making it perfect for solo gongfu sessions.

• ▸ Mansheng literati classic Faithful reproduction of the 2018 auction record‑setting Hehuan teapot, preserving the original inscription and scholarly spirit.
• ▸ Dragon handle (lóng bǎ) A bold departure from the original – the handle is sculpted as a dragon, adding vigor and auspiciousness while maintaining harmony with the overall form.
• ▸ Duanni clay warmth The Duan clay (a type of Cinnabar Clay) fires to a warm, earthy sandy tone, replicating the antique texture of old teapots. Excellent porosity for mellowing tea.
• ▸ Compact elegance 110 cc is perfectly scaled for solo brewing, capturing the “small but refined” essence of the original Mansheng pieces.
• ▸ Precise carving The inscription and details are meticulously engraved, staying true to the original’s calligraphic flair.