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Wang Geyi
王个夭
1897–1988 Modern Dynasty The quiet keeper of a century
Biography
Wang Geyi lived through one of the most turbulent centuries in Chinese history, spanning from the twilight of the Qing Dynasty all the way to the reform era — and through it all, he kept his hands in clay. A master of the Yixing tradition, he carried the ancient art of zisha pottery across nearly a century of change, helping to keep its techniques alive during times when tradition itself felt fragile. To live 91 years and dedicate them to craft is a story worth telling, even when the history books stay quiet.
Key Contribution
Wang Geyi served as a living bridge between the classical Yixing tradition and the modern era, preserving zisha craftsmanship through decades of profound cultural upheaval in China.
Referenced in the Book
p. 143