Handcrafted Dark Basalt Teapot

Dark Basalt 

Silence Has Weight

Featured artisan: Hong Jianpeng
Curated by Taiwu Studio

Dark Basalt does not rely on ornament. It commands through density, proportion, and restraint.

Deep as volcanic stone, quiet as midnight—this teapot anchors the tea table through presence alone.

How It Feels

Grounded · Structured · Intentional

The surface carries a matte charcoal tone—almost black, yet alive with subtle mineral texture.

In hand, the weight feels deliberate.
The handle offers a firm, stable grip.
The slightly upturned spout delivers a decisive, uninterrupted stream.

Nothing is exaggerated. Everything is resolved.

Why It’s Different

Material Before Decoration

The near-black basaltic finish is achieved through specially blended natural ore clay and controlled reduction firing.

There is no surface distraction.
The visual focus rests entirely on silhouette and structural integrity.

Hong Jianpeng is known for disciplined proportions—clean transitions, defined edges, and balance that withstands close inspection.

This is minimalism with backbone.

Breathing Clay

Crafted from premium natural ore clay, the body remains subtly porous.

With repeated use, the surface will develop a soft luster—known as patina (Baojiang).
Over time, the matte charcoal tone deepens and warms.

The clay interacts beautifully with:

• Oolong
• Rock Tea (Yancha)
• Pu-erh
• Aged white tea

It absorbs rhythm. It remembers sessions.

Built for Serious Practice

Capacity: approximately 130ml – 160ml
Balanced for traditional gongfu brewing ratios.

Designed for focused tea sessions rather than display.
On a minimalist tray, it becomes a visual anchor—steady, composed, immovable.

Founder Anchor

“Strength is not decoration. It is proportion, discipline, and restraint.”
— Kevin

Craft & Details

Artist: Hong Jianpeng
Curated by: Taiwu Studio
Material: Premium natural ore clay
Finish: Matte dark reduction-fired surface
Craft: Fully handcrafted, high-temperature kiln firing
Each piece is artist-signed

Slight variations in tone and texture are natural due to reduction firing.

FAQ Highlights

• Is this Yixing clay?
  It is crafted from premium natural ore clay using reduction firing techniques, emphasizing breathability and mineral character.
  
• Will the surface change over time?
  Yes. With regular use, a subtle natural patina will develop, enhancing depth and smoothness.
  
• Is it suitable for beginners?
  It is best suited for serious tea practitioners who appreciate clay interaction and minimalist design.
  
• Is this purely aesthetic?
  No. It is engineered for performance—steady flow, balanced grip, and thermal stability.

A form shaped by fire. A silence shaped by hand.