{"product_id":"queyuehu","title":"Wang Guoxiang's Purple Clay Queyue Teapot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVessel shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Queyue(\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMoon-Deficient) Teapot\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wang Guoxiang\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purple clay\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400ml\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe Queyue(Moon-Deficient) \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eTeapot takes its inspiration from the eave-end tiles of the Han Dynasty. Its body is round and flat, resembling a crescent moon, hence the implication of \"lacking the full moon\" or \"deficient moon\". This symbolizes the philosophy of leaving room for maneuver in all undertakings and conducting oneself with modesty and prudence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmong the eighteen styles and inscriptions of the renowned\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/span\u003e\"Mansheng Hu (Mansheng Teapots)\", there is a\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003e\"Queyue\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u0026nbsp;(Moon-Rejecting) inscription that reads:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"When the moon is full, it begins to wane. Place this by your desk as a guiding principle for yourself.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eCrafted from purple clay, this teapot boasts a brownish-red hue that is neither garish nor frivolous. The clay exhibits a natural, fine granular texture and exudes an inherent \"subdued yet elegant luster\". Its body resembles a full moon, while the curved concave base mimics a crescent—blending rigid and soft lines to achieve a timeless, refined rhythm. Topped with a compact bridge-shaped knob, it creates a striking contrast between the solid form of the knob and the fluid outline of the body when lifted. The three-curved spout extends smoothly and gracefully, and the loop-shaped handle ensures perfect symmetry. The waist-round inlaid lid fits seamlessly into the body, forming an integrated whole. The teapot’s surface is engraved with Taihu Lake rocks and slender bamboos, making it an exquisite piece for scholarly appreciation and elegant display. Overall, its lines are precise and well-proportioned, yet never stiff or formulaic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eInscription:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlone, I carry the small moon from heaven;Its exotic fragrance first permeates the home of Yuchuan.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e(from\u0026nbsp;\u003cem\u003eNew-Style Compressed Tea\u003c\/em\u003e\u0026nbsp;by Li Junmin, a literatus of the late Jin to early Yuan Dynasty)\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"China ICH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44183614914605,"sku":null,"price":1029.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/9872\/8749\/files\/queyuehu2.jpg?v=1758543909","url":"https:\/\/ichtea.com\/products\/queyuehu","provider":"ChinaICH","version":"1.0","type":"link"}