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Xun Boge
菏伯葛
Ming Ming Dynasty A voice from the golden circle of Ming Zisha
Biography
Xun Boge walked in the footsteps of the legendary Shi Dabin, one of the greatest Yixing masters of all time, either learning directly from him or rubbing shoulders with him in the vibrant world of Ming dynasty teaware. While history didn't record his every move, being named alongside the titans of that golden era speaks volumes — this was a time when Zisha pottery was transforming from humble craft into high art. Xun Boge was part of that extraordinary moment, shaping clay and culture in equal measure.
Key Contribution
Xun Boge carried forward the refined aesthetic of the Shi Dabin school, helping to cement the standards of craftsmanship that would define Yixing teaware for centuries to come.
Referenced in the Book
p. 632