全手工大师壶 鲍玉华 Fully handcrafted Dicaoqing clay Yixing Pot by Baoyuhua "Square Pot", 170ml

"Square Pot" 四方壶
National-Level Craft Artist: Bao Yuhua
Made from authentic, family-stored 底槽青Dicaoqing clay, 170cc, with parallel 9-hole water flow.

~This teapot presents a perfectly square form, featuring a novel design that blends square and circular elements. The knob, spout, and lid all exhibit a square shape. The body is intricately carved with delicate patterns, while the reverse side bears the inscription  "Fragrant Tea Overflows" (茶香四溢), evoking the rich aroma of fine tea.

底槽青 Characteristics of Dicaoqing Clay Teapots

Dicaoqing (底槽青) is a premium Zisha clay from Yixing, highly prized for its:

Rich Texture – Natural golden flecks ("chicken eyes") within the clay add visual depth.

Excellent Breathability – Enhances tea flavor over time, ideal for pu'erh and oolong.

Smooth, Dense Finish – Fires to a warm purplish-brown hue with a refined jade-like sheen.

Thermal Stability – Retains heat well, optimizing tea extraction.

A well-crafted Dicaoqing pot develops a deeper patina with use, making it a favorite among collectors.

About Bao Yuhua_鲍玉华

Heritage & Pedigree:

Fifth-generation heir of "Bao Sheng Tai" Descendant of the prestigious Qing Dynasty ceramics merchant house (est. 1850, Shanghai), granting her unmatched lineage legitimacy.  

Training: 
Apprenticed under Li Bifang (disciple of Zhu Kexin, master of floral-style teapots)   

Studied colored ceramics with Qiu Yulin (China Ceramic Art Master)  
Graduated from the Central Academy of Arts & Design (now Tsinghua Academy of Fine Arts)  

Accolades & Recognition 
Title: National Certified Artisan (awarded 2012) – China’s state-endorsed master craftsman rank. 

Awards: 15+ major honors, including:   

Gold Medal, West Lake International Art Expo (2003) for "Stone Dipper Teapot"

 "Earth Award" Gold (2013) for *Blessing Teapot
Museum Collection: Elegance in Purple Clay* series preserved at Wuxi Museum.  

Artistic Signature 
Mastery of classical forms 

Renowned for minimalist unadorned wares with mathematically precise proportions and fluid lines.  

Note: Slight color variations occur due to handmade firing—each teapot tells its own story.