This teapot is the work of Xiao Bai, the youngest potter in the family that runs the Bai Mu Quan Studio. This pot is from a body of work that precedes the pandemic but was acquired during the brunt of it when Xiao Bai's output had essentially come to a halt. In support of the artist's hardship, we acquired several pieces that we are introducing in the Fall of 2023. This classic shaped pot is all about purity and flowing lines. The top section of the body narrows to a nearly flat lid that is housed in a recessed lip with perfect tolerances in both diameter and flatness. The precision in the craftsmanship is simply stunning considering the challenges of working with porcelain as a material of choice. A finely tapered and shallow handle sits high on the pot to offer precise handling of the pot. The wall thickness is thin and even all throughout the body and lid. The short spout blends in smoothly into the body's shape and proposes a generous opening and 10-hole filter for quick pours as the Taiwanese way requires. Finally, the high contrast finish is expressed in colour and in texture. The Mat Black Outer Glaze is in direct opposition to the high gloss white glaze applied to the inside of the pot leaving only a fine white ring on the outer circumference of the lid to highlight the contrasting shades and colours. This unique item is signed by the artist and proudly hand-crafted in Taiwan.