White Porcelain Bottle with Grass and Insect Design in Underglaze Iron, Copper, and Cobalt Blue

Basic information

Designation

National Treasure No.294

Category

Craft

Era

조선시대

Designated year

1997

Location

성북구, 서울특별시— 서울특별시 성북구 성북로 102-11 (성북동, 간송미술관)

Coordinates

37.589116, 127.018215

This is a white celadon of the Joseon Dynasty. It is 42.3cm tall with a 4.1cm wide mouth and 13.3cm wide base. The usual white celadon of the Joseon Dynasty is plain in shape, but this is beautiful in its painting that it didn't use too many colors. In that sense, this pot is exceptional. It is painted with a reddish color called jinsa, a black color called cheolsa, and a bluish color called cheonghwa. It has a thin and long neck, plump body, and slightly low base. The base is distinctively separated from the rest, and the lip of the opening is sharp. Considering the fact that the usual white celadons have either rolled lips or slightly curved lips, this is a rare design. The front and the back of the vase have composite paintings of chrysanthemums and orchids, along with bees and butterflies. This vase is considered to be large compared to other vases, and its stylish finish identified its origin. It is presumed to be from Gwangju, Gyeonggi-do during the early eighteenth century. This artifact became an official national treasure in November 28, 1996 after a re-evaluation.

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