Zisha teapot Gong Deng, handmade by Artist Level 4 (L4-2021) RAO Qing 绕青 ZHU NI 朱泥“宫灯” Oolong such as cherry blossoms and

such as cherry blossoms and horses

她早年师从中国陶瓷艺术大师何道洪先生，后与其弟曹亚麟（中国工艺美术大师）共同钻研紫砂壶艺。她与堂妹曹兰芳、堂弟曹安祥并称为**“曹门四手”**，在当代紫砂艺术中享有极高声誉：

- Finish: Hakeme (刷毛目 – Brush-marked texture)

I resolved to showcase the charm of aged Sheng Pu'er

Zisha teapot Gong Deng, handmade by Artist Level 4 (L4-2021) RAO Qing 绕青 ZHU NI 朱泥“宫灯” Oolong such as cherry blossoms and180ml The "Gong Deng" shape originated during the Yongzheng period of the Qing Dynasty, inspired by lanterns. It was initially designed by an elderly man from Tuntou Village. Later, Tuntou lanterns were presented as tribute to the palace by a county level official, and they became known as "Gong Deng," designated as imperial goods. Over time, the character "" (tribute) was replaced with "" (palace), giving rise to the term "Gong Deng" as we know it