Ming and Qing Zisha Treasure Appreciation

Author: Li Changping
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Publish Date: 2006-04-01
Features: Zisha teapots are renowned worldwide for their "plain surface and plain heart" essence, making them the ideal tea drinking utensils for the Chinese people. The sandware in this book are personally collected by the author. Among the 282 illustrations, many pieces are rare treasures rarely seen in the world, even unique examples, leaving behind valuable materials and evidence for future research on Zisha. This book differs from the usual Zisha catalogs often encountered. It does not limit itself to Zisha teapots, nor does it focus solely on the Ming and Qing dynasties, nor does it confine itself to the works of famous craftsmen and celebrities. Instead, it emphasizes supplements:
1. Supplementing works from the late Qing Dynasty to the 1930s or even later.
2. Supplementing various cultural and lifestyle works beyond tea utensils.
3. Providing examples of Zisha pottery decorated with "landscapes, revolutions, and flowers with fine and numerous strokes."
As a practical art craft, its applicability is also very important. The comfort of use can delight the body and mind, further enhancing interest in the item. Therefore, it is necessary to consider tea drinking habits and customs, taking into account the capacity of the teapot body, the smoothness of the spout's water flow, the ease and comfort of holding the handle, and more.