Rank: Contemporary Zisha Elite (Tao Changhui’s apprentice)

Mud material: raw ore vermilion mud

Capacity: 150cc

[Contemporary Outstanding Young Zisha Potters] Xiao Jian, born in 1997, learned to make purple clay teapots in 2012, mainly using traditional round ware and plain ware. Tao Changhui, a disciple, has been deeply influenced by the art of purple clay since he was a child. He is diligent, studious, and has solid skills. His works have been highly praised by veteran players. He is an outstanding young potter in the purple clay world.

He is good at using various traditional forms to express his connotation. He carefully selects materials and has exquisite pot-making skills. He has high requirements on the style and meaning of his works and handles the details very well. The works created in recent years have been well received by collectors at home and abroad, and have been unanimously recognized by professionals in the purple clay industry. They have made due contributions to the development of the purple clay industry.