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Chu Ming
储铭
Modern Modern Dynasty Guardian of the modern Zisha flame
Biography
Chu Ming worked during one of the most dynamic eras in Zisha history, when modern masters were both preserving centuries-old traditions and boldly pushing the craft into new territory. Though the written record remains elusive, artisans of his generation carried the soul of Yixing clay through turbulent times, ensuring that the art of hand-thrown teapots survived and thrived into the contemporary world.
Key Contribution
Chu Ming represents the vital bridge generation of modern Yixing potters who kept classical Zisha techniques alive and relevant in the 20th century.
Referenced in the Book
p. 45