瘦
Shou Ping
瘦萍
Republic Republic Dynasty A quiet keeper of tradition in turbulent times
Biography
Shou Ping — whose name beautifully means 'Slender Duckweed' — worked during the Republic period, a turbulent yet creatively rich era when Yixing potters bridged centuries of imperial craft tradition with a changing modern world. Though the historical record has been quiet about the details of their life, artisans of this period were known for their quiet dedication, keeping the soul of Zisha alive through war, upheaval, and transformation. Shou Ping's very name evokes something delicate yet resilient — much like the art they devoted their life to.
Key Contribution
Shou Ping carried the centuries-old Yixing teapot tradition through the Republic era, a period when preserving such refined craft was itself an act of cultural courage.
Referenced in the Book
p. 203p. 215