Vintage Chinese Yixing Zisha Teapot — Persimmon / Pumpkin Form

Elegantly shaped Yixing teapot crafted from rich reddish-brown zisha clay, designed in the highly desirable persimmon / pumpkin form — a classic and beloved motif in Chinese teaware.

📋 Details

• Shape: Beautifully segmented body with rounded lobes, resembling a ripe persimmon or pumpkin. Matching lid with star-shaped fitting and natural stem-form knob

• Spout & Handle: Spout styled like a short stem; smooth, curved handle perfectly proportioned for comfortable grip

• Clay: Fine reddish zisha clay with smooth, even texture — typical of authentic Yixing ware

• Base Mark: Clear impressed square seal reading "Yixing Zisha" — confirming origin from the famous Yixing pottery region

✅ Condition

Very good vintage condition — no chips, no cracks, no repairs. Lid fits neatly and securely. Clean inside and out, with natural patina consistent with age.

💡 About this design

The persimmon/pumpkin shape is one of the most admired traditional Yixing forms — celebrated for its natural beauty, pleasing proportions, and functional design. Zisha clay improves with use, making this both a practical teapot and a wonderful collectable display piece.