Zhang Guowei (张国伟)

Born: 1986, Jianyang, Fujian Province

Title: Senior Ceramic Arts and Crafts Artist

Zhang Guowei is a prominent Jianzhan artist from Jianyang, Fujian, known for his experimental yet refined glaze styles and his contributions to preserving and evolving Jian ware tradition. He studied under Master Wu Suiping and has been recognized as a distinguished member of the Nanping Artists Association and Fujian Provincial Arts and Crafts Association.

Signature Styles

• Heibai (黑白): A striking contrast of black and white crystallization, with a stark, ethereal aesthetic.
• Xirui (惜蕊): A vibrant and colorful glaze evoking blooming petals, rich in iridescence and inner glow.
• Xichun (惜春): A textured green glaze with bamboo-like elegance, often using thick-walled forms and subtle mottling.

Achievements

Zhang Guowei’s works have been featured in numerous national and international exhibitions, and are part of prestigious collections including:

• Xi’an Museum (2018)
• Fujian Provincial Art Museum (2018)
• Ma Bufang Residence and Museum (2018)
• Qingdao Summit of the World Tourism Cities Federation (2018)
• Hong Kong TVB stars and ambassadors (2018)
• Daimyo Temple Museum Collection, Japan (2019)
• Awarded the Golden Prize at Jingdezhen International Ceramics Expo (2019)
• Collected by the Macao Maritime Museum (2019)
• Presented to 39 international ambassadors during the Belt and Road Initiative exhibition (2020)

He has also received recognition from high-ranking Chinese officials, including members of the CPPCC and National People’s Congress, who praised both his artistic innovation and traditional firing techniques.

Signature & Certification

Each piece is individually numbered and stamped with Zhang Guowei’s red seal: 张国伟印 (Zhang Guowei Yin). The certificate includes his photograph and official biography, confirming authenticity.