The maintenance of a Purple Clay Teapot is generally referred to as “nourishing the pot.” The purpose of nourishing it is to make it better at retaining aroma and flavors, and to bring out its inherent, simple luster. Purple clay Teapots need to be nourished, and the more they are nourished, the smoother and more lustrous they become, with an inner glow. This is the effect many aficionados or newcomers to the hobby hope to achieve when they nourish their teapots.

People often ask why purple clay teapots aren't pre-nourished before they are sold. Perhaps someone has told you that pre-nourished purple clay teapots are more popular and command higher prices. After being nourished, the Teapot becomes more attractive, which can draw more attention. First, let's look at the following pictures. These two teapots were made by the same artisan, using the same clay, with the same capacity, and in the same style.

If these two teapots were placed in front of you at the same time, which one would you choose? A pre-nourished teapot looks better in terms of luster and overall impression compared to one that hasn't been nourished.

For lovers of purple clay teapots, the first priority is to get a teapot made from high-quality clay. How do you determine the quality of the clay? Through nourishing the pot. The result of nourishing the teapot can reveal the quality of the clay (the better the clay, the faster the patina forms). Good purple clay is difficult to fire but easy to nourish.

A purple clay teapot in its original, unadulterated state straight from the kiln, when purchased and then opened and nourished, will show changes more quickly if it's made from higher quality clay.

Buying a teapot that already has a patina is not as fulfilling as personally nourishing one yourself. Not only does this give you a sense of achievement, but it also deepens your appreciation of purple clay. In the process of Drinking Tea and playing with the teapot, you gain a deeper understanding of the clay, which elevates your character and enhances your demeanor. A purple clay teapot is not just a collectible or a daily utensil; it is also a work of art. Savoring purple clay will reveal even more to you!

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