古宜兴紫砂盆
The Yixing teapots and vases are recognized worldwide. Archaeological excavations have found that since the Song Dynasty from 960 to 1279 (sigloX) teapots are already engaged with this clay, called Zhisha clay found only in this place, in Yixing. there are of different colors, golden, dark brown and the most famous of the purple color. What makes this so special clay are property of transpiration of water, so the only circa'll especially for him, enhancing its flavor and keeping the temperature correctly. It is also and not least, for the realization of Bonsai pots, proven to be the best material for these small trees, much as the Japanese insist. the second most important after the great quality is the extraordinary beauty of this material once the piece is finished. The big problem with this particular clay is able to find was that manufacturing in the past that is almost empty today, other clays of Yixing area, also very good quality are used. For this reason the old pieces are highly prized, especially the Ming Dynasty.
Measurements: 11x11cm