Chinese Purple Clay Spitting Frog Tea Pet

The Flowing Fortune Amphibian
Carved from raw Yixing purple clay, this spitting frog tea pet embodies Chinese tea tradition through functional design. Measuring 6×4×3.6cm, its hollow mouth channels tea streams when tilted – a kinetic ritual symbolizing prosperity circulation.

Essential Details
🔸 Material Origin: Unrefined Zisha clay from Jiangsu’s mineral deposits, naturally containing iron oxide particles
🔸 Structural Design:

• 0.5cm precision-drilled spout controls liquid flow
• A rounded belly acts as a counterweight for stable placement
• Palm-sized proportions optimize tea tray ergonomics

Natural Evolution

• The initial matte surface gradually develops a jade-like luster through repeated tea contact
• Neutral clay tone shifts toward reddish-brown with oolong/pu-erh exposure
• Mineral veins emerge after 50+ uses, creating unique “tea fingerprints”

Cultural Applications
• Gongfu Tea Practice: Enhances pouring rituals with auditory waterflow element
• Desk Meditation: Serves as tactile focus object during work breaks
• Heritage Display: Showcases unglazed Zisha clay’s natural aesthetic

Production Notes

• Hand-pressed using 300-year-old “zheng ni” clay preservation techniques
• Wood-fired at 1150°C to maintain clay porosity
• Zero chemical treatments or artificial coatings

Package Contains: 1 tea pet frog
Dimensions Tolerance: ±0.3cm (natural clay shrinkage during firing)