Iron, No. 1
Iron, No. 1
Unglazed stoneware・Wood-fired・200ml
Ceramicist Liao Guo Hua works with a range of different clay bases and glazes, using long, five-day firings in wood kilns to draw out the uniqueness of each piece. This is one in a series of four pieces we commissioned in 2018 from Liao Guo Hua, featuring an iron-rich American clay that is wood-fired for 5 days.
This particular teapot is round, with a slightly pointed finial that echoes the curve of the spout. The spout has a slight throat, with 10 outlets to quickly evacuate water. The piece was fired without glazing on either the interior or exterior, emerging from the kiln with a dusting of vitrified wood-ash glaze. The iron-rich glaze gives the pot a dark, wrought iron appearance. The golden sheen of the original piece has been muted by the artist’s pre-seasoning, which gives it an iridescent copper sheen.
Usage and care: Unglazed wood-fired pieces will season very slowly over time, though limited porosity allows for use of different tea types. Exterior of the teapot will deepen in color and develop a rich luster as it patinas. Hand-wash only without soap or detergent.
Approximate dimensions: 80mm tall, 75mm diameter, 200ml・Artist: 廖國華
Packaging Guide
Our teas come in your choice of resealable pouches or white kraft gift canisters—both are fully recyclable! Depending on the size of the tea leaves, our canisters can accommodate anywhere from 30g – 240g of loose tea. Plus, they make great gifts. |
Size chart
Size guide
More familiar with our old quantities? Here’s the conversion:
Metric quantities | Ounce equivalent | Servings |
30 grams (new size!) | 1.05 oz. | 5-8 |
60 grams | 2.10 oz. | 10-15 |
120 grams | 4.20 oz. | 20-30 |
240 grams | 8.46 oz. | 40-60 |