Vintage Chinese Yixing Zisha Bell Pepper–Form Teapot, Signed, 5.75"

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This teapot is formed in Yixing Zisha clay and modeled as a bell pepper, a playful yet scholarly form associated … Read more This teapot is formed in Yixing Zisha clay and modeled as a bell pepper, a playful yet scholarly form associated with Chinese tea culture. The vessel features a sculptural lid stem, integrated spout, and loop handle, all proportioned for functional pouring. Finished in an unglazed dark clay, the surface reflects the mineral-rich Zisha material prized for its interaction with tea over time.

The base bears a maker’s seal, indicating workshop attribution rather than mass production. Pepper-form teapots emerged as novelty interpretations within the broader Yixing tradition, balancing naturalistic modeling with restrained utility. Intended for tea service rather than display alone, the piece aligns with late 20th-century Chinese Yixing clay produced for collectors and tea practitioners.

Measures: 4"H x 3.675"W x 5.75"D

Condition: Excellent vintage condition, no damage.

Weight: 7 oz

Origin: China

Style: Chinese, Figurative

Age: Late 20th Century See less