{"product_id":"vintage-yixing-zisha-pig-teapot-factory-1-square-circle-purple-clay-boxed","title":"Vintage Yixing Zisha Pig Teapot Factory 1 Square Circle Purple Clay Boxed","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVintage Yixing Zisha Pig Teapot Factory 1 Square Circle Purple Clay Boxed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVintage Yixing Zisha pig-form teapot in traditional purple clay, complete with original presentation box. A charming and highly collectable piece of Chinese teaware combining novelty animal form with classic Yixing clay craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe teapot displays the surface texture, clay variation and handmade character associated with vintage Yixing production. The square-circle style seal mark and boxed presentation are consistent with late 20th century export-era Yixing collector pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUnused and in great condition overall. Complete with original box and packaging as shown. May show extremely minor storage or handling wear from age. 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