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Antique Korean Ceramic Gohon Chawan Tea Bowl Joseon Dynasty

Offered by: Tishu

Description
A ceramic chawan (tea bowl) circa 17-18th century fired in the Busan kiln in Southern Korean specifically for the Japanese market. The kilns were controlled by the S? clan that ruled Tsushima Island to fill the order from Japan with detailed preferences. Known as Gohon chawan, the name came from the order forms and catalogue books (known as gohon in Japanese) that the tea masters used in Momoyama period. The production lasted for about eighty years from 1637-1717.
The bowl on offer has a harmonious elm bowl shape supported by a foot ring. The surface was covered in a white slip glaze over a grey background. The glaze is intentionally uneven in places, with some scattered pink spots known as kase or gohonte. These were the results of the fire reduction, which is one of the characters of these Gohon bowls. The glaze on the lower portion shows small pinholes known as Suana in Japanese, which were found in later Shino ware. The foot ring was partially glazed with a crawling effect, exposing the dark reddish clay underneath. In the center of the base ring, there is a pointy called Tokin, which was often present in old Korean Ido bowls that Japanese tea masters adored. It was perhaps part of the specifics from the order. The surface of the tea bowl displays significant patina: there are noticeable tea stain in the interior well and several superb historical kintsugi repairs on the rims as well as on the body, further adding beauty to this piece.
The bowl comes with a fabric wrap and a tomobako box, but both are clearly from later period.

More Information

Origin:	South Korea
Period:	Pre 18th Century
Materials:	ceramic
Condition:	Fair. Wear consistent with age and use. Fine condition with patina and kintsugi repairs. Tomobako with much wear
Creation Date:	17-18th century
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Asian/Oriental, Handmade
Incollect Reference #:	606114

Dimensions

H.	3.5 in;	Diam.	4.5 in;
H.	8.89 cm;	Diam.	11.43 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.