Small handmade Chaozhou teapot by Cai Yujian - Volume approx. 85ml
Da Kou means "large opening" and refers to the wide diameter of the lid.
This teapot is made from a blend of Tian Ni and Shan Kuang, two types of local clay from the Chaozhou region.
About the shape
The name Shui Ping combines the characters for "water" and "level/balanced." Developed in the 16th century during the late Ming Dynasty, the Shui Ping teapot has since become a classic.
Modern Shui Ping teapots are characterized by a low center of gravity, with the handle, spout, and lid knob aligned on a single horizontal line.
An introduction to Chaozhou clay teapots and detailed information can be found
here.
