On December 22, 2018, at the Shanghai Golden Harvest auction, a lotus frog pot carefully created by Jiang Rong, a master of purple sand, was sold for an astonishing 5.52 million yuan, once again proving the extraordinary value and unique charm of Jiang Rong's master's works. This pot is not only a masterpiece of Jiang Rong's artistic career, but also a bright pearl in the history of Chinese purple sand craftsmanship.
The design of the lotus frog pot is unique and ingenious. With the lotus flower as the theme, the whole body of the pot is like a lotus flower waiting to bloom, elegant and full of vitality. The spout is cleverly designed to be wrapped in a lotus leaf, which is both practical and aesthetically pleasing. The handle is made of lotus branches, which is vivid and realistic. The most striking thing is the frog on the lid, which is lifelike, as if it will jump out at any moment, adding endless vividness and vitality to the whole work.
When Master Jiang Rong created this pot, he skillfully used the purple sand five-color clay, and the color matching was just right, which was both rich and harmonious. The smooth lines and harmonious proportions of the whole work not only reflect Master Jiang Rong's deep understanding of purple sand art, but also show her awe and love for nature.
The lotus frog pot is not only a work of art, but also a perfect embodiment of Master Jiang Rong's artistic concept. She once said: "Only by learning from the law and learning how long can we create ingenious works that give clay to life." This pot is the best expression of her philosophy. Through in-depth observation and understanding of nature, Master Jiang Rong perfectly blended the elegance of lotus flowers with the agility of frogs to create a work of art that is both practical and beautiful.
This lotus frog pot not only represents the artistic achievement of Master Jiang Rong, but also an important milestone in the history of Chinese purple sand craftsmanship. It not only reflects Master Jiang Rong's deep understanding and exquisite skills of purple sand art, but also shows the unique charm and infinite possibilities of traditional Chinese crafts.