Xishi teapots (西施壶) are known for a rounded, compact profile and a flowing relationship between body, spout and handle. Compare Yixing zisha clay labels, capacities, recorded craft details and photographs.
The same Xishi shape behaves differently depending on the clay it is made from. These guides compare the options.
The Xishi teapot (西施壶) is loved for its rounded, compact profile and flowing relationship between body, spout, and handle. Each maker’s interpretation of this Yixing zisha form has its own personality, so this collection is best enjoyed slowly: open the galleries, compare the curves, and notice which pot feels most inviting for your tea table.
A fuller body, a smaller lid opening, or a tighter handle can make two Xishi pots feel quite different even when their titles are similar. Use the side, top, and angled photographs to study the lid placement, spout, handle clearance, and foot. Then check the stated millilitres so you know how the pot will fit your cups and serving style.
The collection ranges from compact pots under 100 ml to options at 200 ml and above. Smaller sizes can feel focused for one person, while a mid-size or larger Xishi makes sharing easier. There is no single correct volume—the best choice is the one you will happily use often.
Each listing records its clay category and whether the piece is fully handmade or partially handmade, along with the original Chinese name, product number, and artisan information where available. Let those details support the visual choice that first drew you in. To compare a more angular form, visit the Shipiao collection; for upright profiles, browse Dezhong and Hanwa. Our choosing guide offers a practical final checklist. For the background and proportions of this form, read our Xishi teapot shape guide.
No. Fullness, height, lid, spout, handle, and foot vary between individual interpretations. Review the gallery for the exact product number.
Match the stated capacity to your cups and usual number of drinkers. Photographs are helpful for form, but millilitres are the better guide to scale.
