Zisha pots, the treasures of traditional Chinese handmade pottery craftsmanship, are renowned both at home and abroad for their unique clay material, exquisite craftsmanship and beautiful shapes. Zisha pot not only has practical value, but also has the value of art collection. In recent years, with the rise of zisha pot collection fever, the market also appeared a lot of imitation products, fish eyes mixed pearls, it is difficult to distinguish the real from the fake. So, how can we recognize the real and fake zisha pots?
Identification of purple clay pots
To recognize a real or fake Zisha pot, you can start from the following aspects:
1. Clay
The clay of a Zisha pot is its most central element. Zisha clay is produced in Yixing City, Jiangsu Province, and is made from zisha ore through the processes of crushing, washing, and aging. The mineral composition of Zisha clay is mainly quartz, mica and iron oxide, with a unique double pore structure, which makes the Zisha pots breathable, not easy to absorb odor, and strong heat preservation.
The clay of real Zisha pots has a natural and even color, fine and warm texture, and comfortable hand feeling. On the other hand, the clay of imitation Zisha pots is mostly made of clay, porcelain clay and other materials, the color is dull and unnatural, the texture is rough and dry, and the feel is heavy.
2. Processes
The production process of Zisha pots is tedious and complex, mainly including the processes of billeting, trimming, patting, hand pressing, knife carving and inlaying. Zisha pots have a variety of shapes, auspicious meanings, well-made, smooth lines and harmonious proportions.
The craftsmanship of real Zisha pots is exquisite, the details are in place, and there are no obvious flaws. While the imitation Zisha pots have rough craftsmanship, the details are not in place, there are often obvious flaws, such as poor seams, air holes and so on.
3. Imprints
The seal of a Zisha pot is an important part of its identity. The seals of Zisha pots mainly include the bottom seal, the body seal and the author's seal. The bottom seal is usually the seal of the pot factory or maker, the body seal is usually the name or pattern of the pot, and the author's seal is usually the maker's name or hall number.
The marks of real Zisha pots are clear and natural, with smooth lines and correct fonts. On the other hand, the marks of imitation Zisha pots are blurred and unnatural, with rough lines and crooked fonts.
4. Prices
Prices of zisha pots vary greatly, ranging from a few dozen dollars to hundreds of thousands of dollars. Generally speaking, the price of real Zisha pots is higher than imitation Zisha pots. However, the price should not be the only criterion for judging the authenticity, because some high imitation Zisha pots also have higher prices.
Notes on identifying purple sand pots
There are a few things to keep in mind when identifying Zisha pots:
- You can't just rely on a single factor to determine the authenticity, you have to consider the clay, craftsmanship, seal and price and other factors.
- Don't be tempted to buy Zisha pots that are significantly less expensive than the market price.
- If you are in doubt about the authenticity of a zisha pot, consult a professional or buy from a regular zisha pot store.
Maintenance of Purple Clay Pot
Zisha pot is a kind of maintenance pot, the more you use it, the more flavor. The following are the main ways to care for a Zisha pot:
- New pots open pots: before the first use of new pots, first rinse with water, then with boiling water for about half an hour, and then with tea leaves for about half an hour, and finally rinse with water. This can remove impurities in the pot, so that the surface of the pot to form a layer of "nutrients".
- Daily use: After the use of zisha pot, it should be cleaned in time and dried with a dry cloth. Do not immerse the zisha pot in water for a long time to avoid the body of the pot being damp.
- Regular care: After using the purple sand pot for a period of time, you can wipe the body of the pot with tea dregs or tea water to make the surface of the pot smoother.
concluding remarks
Zisha pot is a unique work of art, not only has practical value, but also has the value of collection. When collecting zisha pots, it is important to carefully identify the real and fake ones to avoid being cheated. We hope that this guide to Zisha pot appreciation will help you better understand Zisha pots and collect your favorite Zisha pots.
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