Yun Xiang Teapot (蕴香壶) - 225ml - Zhou Qikun

Artist: Zhou Qikun (周其坤)

Volume: 225ml

Clay: Zini

Origin: Yixing, Jiangsu. Acquired in person, 2026.

Description: Yun Xiang (蕴香) means concealed fragrance, or fragrance held in reserve. The name describes what the pot does: the aroma gathers under the lid and stays there, releasing slowly across a long session rather than rushing out at the first pour.

This is the finest piece we brought back from Yixing, and Zhou Qikun's own favourite of the pots he showed us. The zini body is deep and even, the proportions unhurried, and the whole pot has the quiet authority that separates a master's work from a very good pot. Made for puerh, liu bao and heavily roasted oolongs.

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