Cities and workshopsBaoding, Hebei

Baolu.

Keeper of Courtyard Warmth

Repairs wooden window frames; in winter, checks that the shared tea water in the neighbours' courtyard stays warm.

Noncommercial use only02 looksQimen hongcha, purchased black tea
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TEA.TOYS / Design story

From idea to toy

Overview ↗

No original drawing has been linked to this character yet.

AI drafts 2
Baolu · AI drafts 1
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Baolu · AI drafts 2
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AI draft: the original file metadata identifies ChatGPT / gpt-image and records 14 October 2026. This is not a verified hand-drawn original.

  1. 01Character briefDocumented
  2. 02Original drawingNot yet documented
  3. 03Drawing processNot yet documented
  4. 04AI draftsDocumented
  5. 05Early prototypeNot yet documented
  6. 06Current artworkDocumented
  7. 07Digital 3DDocumented · 3/3
  8. 08Print preparationNot yet documented
  9. 09Physical sampleNot yet documented
  10. 10PackagingNot yet documented
  11. 11ReleaseIn preparation

Digital images and renders are not photographs of manufactured toys. Physical production and sales are not confirmed by this page.

Baolu / Collection

The looks02

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Front

A brick-red quilted jacket and navy apron suit the window-frame maker. He holds a flask in its felt sleeve, keeping hot tea close during courtyard work.

Qimen hongcha, purchased black tea
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Front

At home, the maker wears a wine-coloured cardigan with elbow patches and striped trousers. Both paws wrap around an enamel mug of Chinese black tea.

Qimen hongcha, purchased black tea

Original form

Character starts with form.

A low, broad head is wrapped in burgundy-brown leaf tissue, with one wide natural leaf fold along the crown. A honey-coloured face, relaxed amber eyes and sturdy paws give the character a welcoming presence.