UK Surgeon's Rare Imperial Vase (Qianlong)

 

Just wanted to share this brief, informative video of a magnificent and extremely rare example of an imperial Qianlong porcelain. The style of vessel is called tianqiuping, or “Celestial Sphere vase”—an allusion to Chinese mythological depictions of heaven as a globe hovering above Earth. Its color, too, has spiritual connotations: the cobalt glaze is called “sacrificial blue,” based on similarly-hued containers used during sacrifices at the Imperial Altar of Heaven, according to Dreweatts. Enjoy!

https://youtu.be/Uc-f6Jd_QN4

Facts and History About Zisha Teapots and Tea (Chinese Teapots)

 

Did you know that the clay used to make Zisha teapots can only be found in a 350-year old Zisha ore😮 Or that the technique used by Zisha experts to make these exquisite teapots dates back to 600 years ago? Watch this short, insightful documentary by Business Insider to learn more about the history of tea and the making of Zisha teapots.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7EePjNxfkOg