Korean Ceramic White Jar with Red Cloud Motif Joseon Dynasty
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Description
An antique Korean porcelain storage jar from Joseon Dynasty circa 18-19th century. The jar is of a typical form with swelled shoulder that tapers down toward the base. It features a short upward neck with a large opening. The surface is covered in a slightly bluish white glaze and shows fine crackles throughout. The front and back side of the jar features an abstract cloud pattern in the form of spiritual mushroom. The sparse decoration was done in iron-red underglaze and contrasts sharply with the white background. The jar shows significant patina throughout as depicted in the condition.
It comes with a wood storage box (tomobako) with Kanji inscription on the lid and side: Li Dynasty Deep Red Dragon Cloud Decorated Jar. The jar also comes with a padded wrapping cloth.
From a Japanese collection.
Under the UV light, on the side with the crackle lines, there are small, scattered touchup spots detected on the exterior. Interior appears to have been restored by adding a local thin layer glaze substance for stabilization. Professionally done. -
More Information
Origin: South Korea Period: 19th Century Materials: ceramic Condition: Fair. Antique condition with professional restoration mostly in the interior of one side. Crack lines, fine crackles, small old chips along the mouth rim and base ring. Creation Date: 18-19th century Styles / Movements: Asian, Traditional Patterns: Asian/Oriental, Geometric, Handmade Incollect Reference #: 773522 -
Dimensions
H. 9.5 in; Diam. 7 in; H. 24.13 cm; Diam. 17.78 cm;
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