Li Yuanxing | Fifty shades of clay

李远兴 Li Yuanxing

李盏工坊 · Li Zhan Workshop

李远兴 is an accomplished Jian Zhan artist whose works have been featured in major cultural exhibitions, awarded top honors, and selected for national and diplomatic gift collections. He is associated with the prestigious Li Zhan Workshop (李盏工坊), known for its elegant, museum-quality teaware and ceremonial presentations.

His cups often appear in official sets such as the “National Gift Collection” (国礼收藏证书) and events like the Global Diplomat’s Chinese Cultural Night, endorsed by the World Tourism Cities Federation (WTOF).

Accolades and Recognition

Li Yuanxing has received numerous awards, including:

2015–2016 – Outstanding Work Gold Prize at Chinese Arts & Crafts Exhibitions
2017 – Selected for the “Next Generation National Treasures” collection
2018 – Innovation Award at the Jianyang Ceramic Culture Expo
2019 – Selected for the permanent collection at the Shaanxi History Museum
2020 – “极品天曜” included in the National Museum of China’s collection

Craftsmanship and Style

Li Yuanxing’s Jianzhan pieces are known for their rich textures and traditional forms, often featuring oil-spot (油滴) or hare’s fur (兔毫) glazes. His glazes show brilliant radial crystal patterns and deep metallic luster, achieved through high-temperature reduction firing.

Special Packaging and Presentation

This cup comes in an elaborate gift box set marked with:

Custom red or navy gift boxes with metal handles or latches
Official seals and holographic documentation
Quality test report dated 2019-04-26
Mini bottle of traditional raw glaze materials

The set is accompanied by a full booklet outlining Li Yuanxing’s awards and collections, as well as certificates numbered and stamped for authenticity.