Reversed Gourd Teapot 「倒把束腰葫芦壶」

Mark: Made by Yang Liping (bottom mark), Yang and Liping (lid mark)  
This is a gourd-shaped reverse-handle teapot crafted from bright, polished clay. The spout, designed to resemble a pine tree trunk, adds a rustic and playful touch. Its overall shape imitates an auspicious gourd, symbolizing fortune and happiness in Chinese culture.
 
「款识：杨丽萍制（底款），杨、丽萍（盖款）
此款壶由清水泥塑造，泥料油亮光滑。葫芦造型的倒把束腰壶，有点如意的味道。壶嘴做了松树干的造型，更添野趣。」