{"product_id":"vintage-yixing-teapot-foo-dog-guardian-lion-zisha-square-circle-factory-1-boxed","title":"Vintage Yixing Teapot Foo Dog Guardian Lion Zisha Square Circle Factory 1 Boxed","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a rare and highly collectible vintage Yixing teapot from the iconic Square Circle Brand (方圆牌), made at Factory 1 in Yixing, China during the peak of the export era (late 1980s to early 1990s).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from authentic duanni zisha clay (段泥) with a natural matte brown finish, this teapot features a fully sculpted Foo Dog (Chinese Guardian Lion) — a protective and auspicious symbol in Chinese culture. The teapot’s body is rotund with four paw-like feet, while the lid forms the lion's grinning face, topped with a ridge-like horn and surrounded by decorative studs, symbolizing strength and vigilance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece retains its original Square Circle red diamond label, green “Made in China” sticker, and comes in its original silk brocade presentation box with yellow satin lining — a hallmark of authentic Factory 1 export sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare and symbolic Yixing pot — both decorative and functional — with deep cultural meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Factory: Factory 1 – Yixing, Jiangsu, China\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Brand: Square Circle (方圆牌)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Clay: Duanni zisha (段泥) – yellow-brown mineral clay, unglazed, natural speckling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Design: Sculptural Foo Dog \/ Guardian Lion form with armor-style rivets and four feet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Seals: Deep molded Square Circle base seal + matching oval lid seal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Labels: Original Square Circle export label + green “Made in China” oval\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Box: Brocade presentation box with traditional toggle clasp and gold satin lining\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Strainer: Dual-hole interior filter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Era: Circa 1989–1993\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent – unused vintage condition with minor age patina; no chips or cracks\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔️ Yixing and Zisha Clay Collectors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔️ Lovers of Chinese Symbolism and Cultural Decor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔️ Gongfu Tea Practitioners\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔️ Feng Shui or Zodiac Gift Ideas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis teapot is part of a limited production export series of character teapots from Factory 1. It’s an excellent display piece or functional pot for Gongfu brewing — an auspicious symbol to bring protection and fortune to your tea table.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TheVoyageBird","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44074593484940,"sku":null,"price":36.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0376\/0793\/2044\/files\/Vintage-Yixing-Teapot-Foo-Dog-Guardian-Lion-Zisha-Square-Circle-Factory-1-Boxed-TheVoyageBird-28163050897548.jpg?v=1762190628","url":"https:\/\/www.thevoyagebird.co.uk\/products\/vintage-yixing-teapot-foo-dog-guardian-lion-zisha-square-circle-factory-1-boxed","provider":"TheVoyageBird","version":"1.0","type":"link"}