“The best tools we have are our own two hands, as they can craft with expression and feeling where other tools can’t. I hope the pottery I make can bring calmness of mind in a world with so much stress and worry.”
 
The pottery wares of Master Ma Xijun are renowned for their organic shapes and rough surfaces, carefully contrasted with a use of fine glazes and skillful firing. Each piece of pottery can be considered a product of experience, from clay selection to glaze finish, even the smallest cup is a realization of years of artistic dedication and an intimate understanding of tea. 
 
Pine wood ash contains a range of naturally occurring minerals that affect the character and appearance of the glaze when firing in the kiln. This eye-catching gongdao bei features complex and rich colours and textures, the result of the potter’s skillful adjustment and application of wood ash to achieve patterns formed by minerals at different temperatures during the firing process. This is a great addition to your teaware collection, both for use and as a work of art.
 
The lip has been crafted so that it pours cleanly and won't drip when drawing back, while the size and shape has been thoughtfully considered so it sits in the hand comfortably.
 
Diameter: 7 cm
Height: 9 cm
Volume: 140 ml (70% full )