Yixing Square Dragon Purple Clay Teapot

This raw ore, purely handmade purple clay teapot can be regarded as a masterpiece of Yixing purple clay art. Its high level of difficulty in forming, upright and powerful structure, and exquisite craftsmanship all demonstrate the profound skills of the purple clay artisan. The overall design skillfully combines square and circular elements, creating a smooth, harmonious, and well-balanced aesthetic that fully reflects the essence of purple clay artistry.

The teapot’s form is tall, dignified, and powerful, requiring not only carefully selected high-quality purple clay but also exceptional technical mastery to achieve such a complex structure. Every detail of the body reveals refined craftsmanship, resulting in a stable overall form with a strong artistic presence. The spout, handle, and lid knob are all adorned with abstract dragon motifs, seamlessly integrating the symbolic image of the dragon into the teapot. This design pays tribute to traditional culture while reinterpreting the dragon as a symbol of vitality, strength, and noble spirit.

This teapot is crafted using the twisted clay technique, a demanding and intricate process that tests the patience and skill of the potter. Twisted clay involves layering, twisting, and stretching different clays together, requiring great concentration throughout the entire process to ensure both structural integrity and visual beauty in the finished piece.

Through appreciation of this teapot, one can not only sense the exquisite craftsmanship of purple clay pottery, but also experience the maker’s deep understanding and creative expression of traditional culture and art. More than a functional teapot, it is a work of art—an inheritance and innovation of traditional craftsmanship—perfectly blending the essence of purple clay with modern aesthetics. It stands as a valuable piece worthy of collection and preservation.

Features:
• Complex Square-and-Round Design: Combines geometric balance with smooth, harmonious lines.
• Powerful and Upright Form: Tall, stable structure showcasing advanced forming techniques.
• Abstract Dragon Motifs: Dragon-shaped spout, handle, and lid knob symbolize strength, vitality, and cultural heritage.
• Twisted Clay Craftsmanship: Crafted using the challenging twisted clay technique, highlighting artisanal mastery.
• Artistic & Collectible: Suitable for tea ceremonies, appreciation, and long-term collection.

Materials & Contents:
• Yixing Purple Clay (紫砂)
• Includes: Certificate, Gift Box

Size & Capacity:
• Size: Length 15.3 cm (6.02 inches), Height 9 cm (3.54 inches), Lid Diameter 5.7 cm (2.24 inches), 320 ml (10.82 oz).

Teapot Maker:

Li Luchun, male, born in 1966 in Yixing, Jiangsu Province, majored in industrial beauty at Nanjing Normal University. In 1986, he joined the Chinese Calligraphy Association to learn calligraphy and appreciating calligraphy of famous artist. He studied under Shanghai seal-cutter Han Tiangao and his apprentice Cha Yuankang. After 1990s, he combined his calligraphy and painting skills with purple clay art. Under the guidance of master Han Tiangao and Cha Yuankang. His works are constantly innovative, won many awards in various national competitions, and are collected by museums and collectors all over the world. Now he is a national craft artist and a professional ceramist specially hired by Gu Long Kiln Art Center.