**Item Overview:** For sale is an authentic vintage Chinese Yixing Zisha teapot crafted from premium cream-colored Duanni (段泥) clay. This piece dates back to the mid-to-late 20th century (circa 1970s–1990s), a historic era of state-run factory production under the unified Chinese economic plan.
**Artistry & Design:**
* **Front:** Beautifully hand-painted slip and enamel depiction of a songbird perched among spring plum blossoms.
* **Back:** Features hand-incised Chinese calligraphy reading "鸟语花香" (Niǎo yǔ huā xiāng), a traditional idiom translating to "Birds sing and flowers give forth fragrance."
* **Base Marks:** Features the classic stylized circular "中国宜兴" (China Yixing) factory seal script stamp on the bottom, alongside a faint, incised worker inspector number "3".
**Material Properties:** Crafted from natural, unglazed Duanni purple sand clay. This highly porous clay is prized by tea enthusiasts for its exceptional heat retention and ability to naturally season and absorb tea oils over time. Perfect for brewing green, white, or light oolong teas.
**Condition Report:** * **Overall Body:** Excellent vintage condition with a clean interior, smooth pour spout, and no structural cracks.
* **Lid Note:** There is a small, minor chip located on the bottom inner rim/lip of the lid (please see photos for close-up detail). This chip is completely hidden from view when the lid is seated on the teapot and does not affect the function or overall display beauty of the piece.
Size: 3"
Condition: Pre-Owned Good
In good condition. There is some small surface cracks to the enamel paint. One small chip in the lid.
