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mo 滤
Humble vessel, poetic heart — water's perfect companion.
The Mo Lu (Water Pourer) is a graceful Yixing piece designed for the simple, meditative act of transferring water — whether filling a teapot or rinsing a cup. Made by Liu Ji in 1992, this elegant vessel carries a poetic inscription referencing 'Tao Suo Waishi and Jiang Hua,' giving it a literary soul that elevates it beyond mere function. At 85mm tall, it's compact yet purposeful, a quiet workhorse of the tea table dressed in the warm, earthy tones of classic Zisha clay.
Did You Know?
In traditional Chinese tea ceremony, a dedicated water pourer like this was considered an act of respect — keeping the teapot free from the 'rougher' task of handling plain water, so it could focus entirely on brewing the finest tea.
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# Water Pourer
**Maker:** Liu Ji
**Height:** 85mm
**Base inscription:** A small piece by Tao Suo Waishi and Jiang Hua, summer of the Renshen year
**Exterior seal:** Jing Ji
**Date:** 1992