Good fit if
You brew oolong, Pu-erh, or Chinese black tea in short Gongfu infusions.
Imperial Gate is a handmade Yixing Duanni teapot with a warm yellow-brown clay tone and ornate lion-gate character. The sculptural details give it a protective, ceremonial feeling while the form remains practical for Gongfu brewing. Duanni clay can gain a softer patina with repeated use, especially when paired with one tea family. Use it for oolong, Pu-erh, or black tea when you want a teapot with presence, symbolism, and everyday function.
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Before you buy
Yixing clay is best for tea drinkers who want to dedicate one pot to one tea family over time.
You brew oolong, Pu-erh, or Chinese black tea in short Gongfu infusions.
Capacity, lid fit, pour quality, balance, and whether the shape suits the tea you drink most.
Dedicate the teapot to one tea family so the clay seasoning stays clean.
Use hot water only, avoid soap, and let the pot dry fully between sessions.
What is this? Imperial Gate — teapots.
Best for: Gongfu brewing with oolong, Pu-erh, or other teas you want to dedicate to one clay teapot.
Craft: 100%Handmade
Origin: Yixing, China
Capacity: 380ml
Dimensions: 10.3cm high x 16.0cm long
Care:Food safe; Dishwasher: Suitable; Microwave: Not Suitable; Direct heat: Not Suitable; heat resistant to 180°C
Price: From $159.99 · In Stock
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Returns: Review the current return policy before purchase and contact us before sending items back.
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Every piece in our collection is shaped by master artisans in renowned ceramic regions of China — from the Yixing kilns of Jiangsu to the ancient Jian kilns of Fujian. Each teapot, cup, and tea pet carries the breath of centuries-old craftsmanship, fired in wood kilns that give every piece its unique character. No two are the same, because no two hands are the same.
Type: Tea Tray
Type: Tea Tray