Rank: Contemporary Zisha Elite (Fifth Hall: Lu Junjie’s apprentice)

Mud material: raw ore vermilion mud

Capacity: 150cc

Characteristics of the teapot: Flat-belly teapot, also called flat antique teapot, is named after its short body and large spout. The curvature of the shoulders is moist and full, flowing and handles, connected from front to back, naturally smooth and integrated, with endless charm.

The flat belly emphasizes the oblateness, and the bottom and cover of the pot should have the fullness of arc surfaces. The momentum depends on this fullness. A curved stream is naturally tall and straight, with a large and flat roof. The entire body connection and transition are all handled in a large arc.

[Master's brother, trained by a famous family] Tao Changlong, born in 2001, his brother is Tao Changhui, a powerful young potter in the purple clay world. He followed his brother to learn purple clay pot making skills since he was a child. Later, he became a teacher of Lu Junjie (son of Lu Yaochen) and entered the Five Learn pot making in class.

Tao Changlong is good at making light vessels. He has solid craftsmanship and a calm and steady style. He expresses a simple and generous temperament, giving his works a unique charm.

Auction records:

Beijing Hanhai 2021 Autumn Auction [Purple Ou Ningxiang-Purple Sand Art]; Work "Jingzhou Antique"