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Korean Caledon Vase Bottle with Kintsugi Repair Goryeo Dynasty

Offered by: Tishu

Description
A ceramic wide-mouthed bottle vase covered in green celadon glaze from Goryeo dynasty circa 11-12th century. The bottle vase with such a form (mouth with wide rim, long and slender neck, tall body with swelled shoulders that taper down toward the base) is known as "kwanggubyong" in Korean and developed from the prototype of bottles from united Silla kingdom. It was used for holding oil or liquid. Some of this type of vase take a plain form without much decoration other than glaze; Some feature basic geometrical lines, such as this one. Three concentric rings were featured along the neck and on the shoulder. Some with more carving on the body (see a vase in the collection of Brooklyn Musuem, 79.246.3) or a simple paint with iron glaze (See c.16-1930 in Fitzwilliam Musuem, Cambridge, UK).
The vase on offer is covered in a lovely green celadon glaze which exhibits fine even crackles throughout the surface. It has a slightly uneven base with the foot ring shaved by the potter. The surface is original with a nice mellow patina. There is a historical kintsugi repair on the mouth rim, with its gold vain contrasting the green. Also, around the base, there is a kiln firing crack line that etched into the body. Stable and ancient looking, together with the kintsugi repair, they render the vase a wonderful wabi-sabi appearance.
Compared to a similar celadon vase from the same period with a slightly different mouth shape and a kintsugi repair across the body, see bon 2452 in the collection of National Musuem of Korea.

More Information

Origin:	South Korea
Period:	Pre 18th Century
Materials:	ceramic
Condition:	Good. Historical kintsugi repair on the rim. Wear consistent with age and use. Antique condition as shown. Kiln firing crack line around the base (not through and quite visually charming). Base was slightly uneven also with crack lines.
Creation Date:	11-12th century
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Asian/Oriental, Handmade
Incollect Reference #:	591401

Dimensions

H.	11.25 in;	Diam.	6 in;
H.	28.58 cm;	Diam.	15.24 cm;

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.