Vintage Zhou Guizhen 周桂珍 Yixing Zisha Teapot – Tree Trunk Plum Blossom Design – Signed Chinese Purple Clay 6.5"
Up for sale is a vintage Yixing Zisha (紫砂) teapot signed by master artist Zhou Guizhen (周桂珍), one of China’s National Senior Craft Artists (國家級工藝美術師) and among the most respected female Yixing potters of the 20th century.
This beautifully hand-crafted teapot features a naturalistic tree trunk body with plum blossom (梅花) design — a hallmark style of Zhou Guizhen’s work. The seal mark “周桂珍” is impressed on the base, confirming authenticity.
Artist: Zhou Guizhen (周桂珍)
Material: Yixing Zisha Purple Clay (宜興紫砂)
Design: Tree Trunk with Plum Blossom Motif (樹樁梅花壺)
Mark: Artist seal “周桂珍” on base
Dimensions: Approx. 6.5″ wide (spout to handle), 4.5″ tall
Weight: Approx. 400 g
Condition: Excellent vintage condition — no chips, cracks, or repairs. Light natural patina consistent with age. Please review all photos for full detail.
Era: Late 20th century (circa 1980s-1990s)
Zhou Guizhen is a nationally recognized Yixing artist from Jiangsu Province, trained under the legendary Gu Jingzhou (顧景舟). Her works are prized for their sculptural realism and are featured in museum and private collections worldwide.
Authentic Zhou Guizhen pieces such as this are highly sought after for both their artistic and functional qualities.
✅ Authentic artist-signed Yixing teapot by Zhou Guizhen
✅ Hand-sculpted tree trunk & plum blossom design
✅ Collectible purple clay (Zisha) craftsmanship
✅ Excellent condition – ready for display or tea brewing
✅ Highly collectible artist recognized in national exhibitions