Vintage Chinese Yixing Clay Pumpkin Teapot & Box

The item is a vintage Chinese Yixing clay teapot, made from Zisha clay, which is unique to the Yixing region in China. These teapots are traditionally used for brewing black, oolong, or aged pu-erh teas, but can also be used for green or white tea. It is recommended to dedicate a Yixing teapot to one type of tea to prevent flavor contamination. "Sacred Lantern of the Earth" pictured on wooden box.