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一 03
一 03
108 pieces, one legendary master, zero shortcuts.
Crafted in the late 1970s and smoke-fired to a rich, moody finish, this teapot is part of a rare set of 108 pieces bearing the mark of Jingzhou — likely a nod to the legendary master Gu Jingzhou, one of the greatest names in Yixing history. The smoke-firing technique gives the clay a distinctive depth and character you simply can't fake. Owning a piece from this era is like holding a little slice of Chinese craft history in your hands.
Did You Know?
The number 108 is deeply significant in Chinese and Buddhist tradition — it appears everywhere from prayer beads to kung fu moves — so a set of 108 teapots carries a quietly poetic meaning beyond just being a matched collection.
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# Yixing Pottery Piece
**Era:** Late 1970s
**Base Mark:** Jingzhou
**Description:** One hundred and eight [pieces/units]. Master craftsman pattern, smoke-fired clay.
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*Note: This appears to be a catalog or documentation entry for a Yixing pottery piece. "Jingzhou" (景舟) likely refers to Gu Jingzhou, one of the most renowned Yixing pottery masters of the 20th century. The number 108 may refer to a series or collection.*