Flat Han Wa teapot

With its sleek, contemporary lines and distinctly low profile, this Yixing teapot reinterprets the classic Han Wa form in a strikingly modern way. Flattened in silhouette, it pays homage to the gently arched roof tiles of the Han dynasty while embracing a minimalist aesthetic. 

A generously wide mouth opening allows for effortless tea leaf placement and cleanup, while also promoting excellent airflow and expansion—ideal for brewing large, loosely rolled leaves. The lid sits flush with the pot’s rim, maintaining a clean visual line, and is topped with a bold, arched handle wrapped in dark cord, adding both texture and a tactile contrast. This functional accent also ensures a steady grip even when the pot is hot.

The short, precisely angled spout delivers a clean, controlled pour, while the pot’s shallow body encourages quick cooling—perfect for delicate teas like green oolongs or young sheng pu’er that benefit from more nuanced heat dynamics. Inside, a seven-hole built-in filter ensures smooth and sediment-free tea flow.

Crafted from zhuni (朱泥), a high-fired Yixing clay revered for its excellent heat retention and aging potential, this pot will gradually develop a beautiful patina and enhance the depth of flavor with each session. Equally at home in a design-conscious setting or a traditional tea ceremony, it’s a piece that bridges worlds—where heritage and innovation meet over a quiet cup.

Written by Dominik

Why do I need a Yixing teapot?

The material and shape of Yixing teapots are ideal for brewing tea. They bring out the flavor of the tea like no other tea vessel. Handmade Yixing teapots are also valuable handicrafts that are sought after by collectors. Their value increases with time, use and the popularity of the artist.

Yixing teapots are made from a rare and exhaustible clay that is mined in the mountains near Yixing, a city in Jiangsu Province. The high density yet porous nature of the clay absorbs the odor of the tea brewed in it. For this reason, it is recommended to use the pot with only one type of tea (such as black or green). Take your tea to the next level; treat yourself to an authentic Yixing teapot.