Shuang Long Xi Zhu Yixing Teapot | Raw Gu Wu Ni Ancient Dark Clay | Handcrafted 260ml

Shuang Long Xi Zhu — Two Dragons at Play with the Pearl

One of the most celebrated images in all of Chinese art and mythology — Shuang Long Xi Zhu (双龙戏珠), two dragons circling a luminous pearl in a dance of cosmic energy and celestial joy. It is an image of power in harmony, strength in play, and the universe in perfect balance. And it is the spirit that animates every curve of this extraordinary teapot.

Hand-formed by a master artisan from authentic raw Gu Wu Ni (古乌泥) ancient dark ore clay — a Zisha clay of rare antiquity and deep, mysterious character — the Shuang Long Xi Zhu Yixing Teapot is a vessel of mythic presence and collector-grade craftsmanship.

Gu Wu Ni — Ancient Dark Clay, Deep as Night

Gu Wu Ni (Ancient Dark Clay) is a Zisha ore of exceptional rarity and gravitas. Its deep, dark tone — a rich, settled black-brown that seems to absorb light rather than reflect it — gives it an ancient, almost archaeological presence. This is a clay that feels old in the best possible sense: unhurried, grounded, and carrying within it the weight of centuries.

Like all authentic Zisha, Gu Wu Ni possesses a dual micro-pore structure of exceptional breathability and density. Brew your finest teas in this pot and experience them at their most complete: no aroma lost, no flavor diminished. Only the true, whole essence of your tea, perfectly honored and expressed.

With devoted use, the ancient dark surface deepens further — developing a profound, settled luminosity that emerges slowly and deliberately, like the clay itself. This is yanghu: the ancient art of seasoning your teapot, and with a clay as deep as Gu Wu Ni, the transformation is one of the most rewarding in the Yixing tradition.

Wide, Open & Commanding

The Shuang Long Xi Zhu silhouette is broad, low, and magnificently open — a wide-mouthed form of generous proportion that sits with absolute authority on the tea table. At 15.3cm in diameter with a sweeping 8.4cm mouth, this is a teapot of expansive, welcoming presence — as open and generous as the dragons' dance it embodies. The ball-hole spout filter ensures a smooth, clean pour, while the overall form — spout, handle, and body flowing as one — rewards the eye with its fluid, confident lines.

• Clay: Authentic Raw Gu Wu Ni (古乌泥) Ancient Dark Ore Clay
• Capacity: 260ml (±10ml)
• Spout Filter: Ball-hole
• Total Diameter: 15.3 cm
• Total Height: 7.5 cm
• Mouth Diameter: 8.4 cm
• Teapot Weight: 318g
• Craftsmanship: Fully handmade
• Artisan: Accomplished Master Potter

Best Paired With

The broad, open form and the mineral depth of Gu Wu Ni make this teapot an exceptional companion for aged Pu-erh (Shou/Ripe), aged White Tea, and Black Tea (Hong Cha). The clay's breathability draws out the deep, earthy complexity of fermented and aged teas with remarkable clarity and power. Honor the tradition: one teapot, one tea — dedicate this vessel to a single tea and allow both to reach their fullest, most magnificent expression.

A Complete Luxury Gift Experience

Every Shuang Long Xi Zhu arrives in an elegant brocade gift box, complete with an authenticity certificate and a decorative teapot cord — a gift of mythic grandeur for the collector, the tea master, or anyone who appreciates beauty with the power of legend behind it.

Fragile & Precious — Please Inspect Upon Arrival

Zisha clay is a delicate and precious material. We pack every teapot with exceptional care, but please inspect your order carefully upon receipt. Should any damage have occurred in transit, photograph it on the day of delivery and contact our customer service team — we will arrange a complimentary replacement promptly and without question.

Two dragons. One pearl. An ancient clay that holds the universe in its depths.