This is a Yixing purple clay teapot, it made of high temperature original ore Duan Ni clay, this is a high quality and a rare kind of Duan clay, with a rich and full golden color. One of the characteristics of the high-temperature Duan Ni clay is that the iron content is very high, which is beneficial to our health, so it is also called "health purple clay". The Duan Ni clay has good permeability, and after a long time of use, the teapot will be nourished more and more better. It makes tea more delicious, and it good at restore the aroma of tea! The teapot painted with ancient Chinese pagodas and Chinese characters, a roaring tiger is lie on the lid and a lifelike dragon is painted on the bottom. The inside of this teapot also hides a statue of a dragon, we called it "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon" (WO HU CANG LONG) in Chinese. The teapot is smooth and round, and its overall antique effect is very classical.

This teapot is unique in design, the retro golden color makes it look attractive. Use is easy and convenience, the filter holes effectively filter tea leaves, the handle is solid and stable, comfortable to grasp. Pouring water is accurately, cut the water neatly. The more it is used, the better it will be nourished by tea and more spiritual it will be. It is practical and beautiful, whether for own use, or collection, or as a gift for giving are a rare boutique.

· Made of: High Temperature Duan Ni Clay (高温段泥).
· Teapot: 220 ml or 7.44 oz, Length 13.8 cm (5.3"), Height 7 cm (2.75").
· Teapot Maker:

Li Zhigang, male, born in Dingshu Town, Yixing in 1966, he is a young ceramist and a member of Jiangsu Arts and Crafts Association. In 1987, he graduated from the art Ceramics Department of Nanjing University of the Arts in Jiangsu Province, and he learn the production technology of purple clay pottery and engage in creative design in Yixing purple clay No.2 Factory. He got the guidance of many famous masters. His works designed and produced are based on realistic animals and natural forms, with creative ideas and exquisite craftsmanship. In particular, the natural combination of the color of purple clay pottery materials and works, he's works is vivid, natural and lifelike.