Cai Songkai Zhuni Teapot – Shuiping Teapot 80mL

This Zhuni Teapot was handcrafted by Cai Songkai, a renowned Zhuni teapot master from Chaozhou.
The design follows the “Shuiping” (Level) teapot concept, first created by Ming dynasty artisans. The idea centers on perfect balance — a rounded, full body with a stable center of gravity, allowing the teapot to remain level whether it floats or sinks when filled with water. This reflects the Eastern philosophy of harmony and balance — “peace through equilibrium, virtue through harmony.”
Structurally, the spout, lid rim, and handle top all align on the same horizontal plane, with the spout, lid, and handle forming a straight line. This precise geometry prevents external water from entering the teapot and ensures stability when placed in a bowl — hence the name “Shuiping Teapot.”
The artist’s surname or signature is engraved on the inside of the lid and the handle.
This teapot shape is particularly suitable for high-aroma teas, especially Oolong teas such as Phoenix Dancong, Tieguanyin, and Dong Ding Oolong.

Capacity: 80 mL

What is a Zhuni Teapot?

Zhuni is a type of zisha clay, belonging to the “red clay” family, and is regarded as the finest and most delicate among them — often considered the “noble” or “gem” of zisha clay.
It has a low sand content and a fragile texture, making it prone to deformation or cracking during firing. Because of this, the yield rate is very low, and teapots made from it are known as Zhuni teapots.

Chaozhou Zhuni Master — Cai Songkai

Cai Songkai is a senior arts and crafts artist of Guangdong Province, a Chaozhou arts and crafts master, and a renowned folk ceramic artist.
With years of dedication to Zhuni pottery, he has developed a distinctive style that combines precise structure, smooth lines, and refined craftsmanship. His teapots are widely admired by collectors both in China and abroad, earning him a strong reputation in the field of Zhuni teapot making. His works have won multiple gold awards in major competitions.