Sun Li (孙莉)
Master Ceramic Artist | National Intangible Cultural Heritage Inheritor
Founder of Sun Li Ceramic Art Museum
🏺 “Inheriting a Thousand Years of Culture — Fragrance of Time in Gaiwan Clay”
Sun Li is a nationally recognized master in traditional Chinese ceramic arts, specializing in Gaiwan (盖碗) craftsmanship—a time-honored skill passed down through generations. With over 30 years of dedication, she is known for blending precision, artistry, and heritage into every piece she creates.
👑 Honors & Titles
National Representative Inheritor of Intangible Cultural Heritage
“Master of Chinese Ceramic Arts” — Fujian Province
Senior Arts and Crafts Artist & Engineer
“Light Industry Labor Model” — National Recognition (2024)
Master Artist of Fujian Folk Arts
First National Honor for Traditional Craft Masters (2024)
🏆 Additional Roles & Recognition
Elected to China Arts and Crafts Society Master Station
Member of multiple national and provincial arts committees
Guest professor at major universities including Xiamen University and Southeast University
Long-time researcher and innovator in Jianyang Gaiwan kiln techniques
🎨 Artistic Vision
Sun Li’s philosophy is rooted in “Blue emerges from indigo, yet surpasses it” — a tribute to the tradition she inherits and the excellence she strives for. Her work has been featured in exhibitions, collected by museums, and awarded across numerous national platforms.