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Zhang Shulin
张树林
Modern Modern Dynasty A modern keeper of the Zisha flame
Biography
Zhang Shulin is a modern Yixing master who carries forward the centuries-old tradition of Zisha craftsmanship, shaping the earthy, mineral-rich clay of the Jiangsu region into vessels that bridge daily life and fine art. Like many contemporary artisans, Zhang works in a golden age of Zisha revival, where ancient techniques meet modern sensibility and collectors around the world are rediscovering the quiet beauty of a well-made teapot.
Key Contribution
Zhang Shulin represents the living continuity of Yixing's craft tradition, helping ensure that the art of purple clay pottery thrives and evolves in the modern era.
Referenced in the Book
p. 258