Duanni 'dragon egg' Yixing teapot

As if a smoothly polished dragon egg held the warmth of tea within: the beauty of this Yixing teapot stems from its simple, organic form. Its full, egg-shaped body gently tapers upwards, culminating in a slightly arched lid and a round knob. The short spout and generously curved handle nicely counterbalance the teapot's enclosed, compact form.

The natural, granular surface of duanni clay and its warm, reddish-brown hue give the teapot a rustic yet refined character. Its unglazed material slowly changes with its owner during use: regular tea sessions can gradually give its surface a deeper tone and a finer sheen. This quiet maturation makes Yixing teapots truly personal objects – we don't simply use them, we develop a relationship with them.

Its spherical body is conducive to the free unfurling of leaves, making it a particularly good choice for oolongs with larger leaves, red teas, and sheng and shu puer teas. The porous Yixing clay can soften the character of the tea, smoothing out rougher tones, while producing a full, concentrated brew.

Over time, the unglazed clay absorbs the subtle imprint of the aromas of regularly brewed tea, so it is advisable to use the teapot for a single type of tea or for closely related teas. Clean with only clean, warm water; detergent is not recommended.

An earthy, friendly teapot for those who appreciate not only the flavors but also the slow transformation of objects in their tea experience. Its form radiates tranquility, and its material, with each infusion, tells a little more deeply the story of shared tea sessions.