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Large Antique White Glazed Bottle Vase Korean Ceramic Joseon Dynasty

Offered by: Tishu

Description
On offer is a Korean ceramic bottle vase circa 19th century made in the late Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910). The vase is of a classic bottle form with a bulbous body and a long neck with a slightly rolled mouth rum. The all over glaze is white with a slight blueish tint. Minimal in form and devoid of any decoration, the vase perfectly reflects the humble aesthetic of restrained elegancy during Joseon Dynasty, when the Confucianism predominated the ideology. It was made for actual use such as storing liquor, or perhaps holding flowers, rather than pure display for attention. It has a rustic charm typical of vernacular ceramic from late Joseon (Yi Dynasty), greatly appreciated by the scholars and literati at the time.
For a similar bottle vase with white glaze, see Accession Number 2007.481 in the collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Object Number 86:1979 in the collection of Saint Louis Art Museum.

More Information

Origin:	South Korea
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	ceramic
Condition:	Good. Fine condition with tiny bites under the mouth rim and a chip on the base rim as shown. The glaze is quote pure.
Creation Date:	19th century
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Asian/Oriental, Handmade
Incollect Reference #:	459103

Dimensions

H.	10 in;	Diam.	6.5 in;
H.	25.4 cm;	Diam.	16.51 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.