Antique Korean Celadon

Approx. Dimensions: 7 cm Height x 11 cm Diameter

Material: Porcelain, Celadon Glaze

Technique: Most likely wood-fired, hand wheel, hand work

Celadon was lost as an art form after the Koryo Dynasty, only to be rediscovered and aggressively collected by the Japanese. Korean celadon has never lost its inherent value, beauty or appeal. While the most valuable celadon is generally the older, Koryo Dynasty celadon, modern celadon is often better made and often has great value in its own right.

The golden age of celadon in Korea occurred during the middle and late 11th century, when the influence of Buddhism increased the need for fine vessels used in religious ceremonies, and more celadon was produced to meet this demand. By 1231 AD, the influence of Buddhism and the flourishing culture began to decline, and with it the quality of the ceramics being produced. By the beginning of the Chosun Dynasty (1392-1910), most of the delicate celadon production techniques had been lost. Celadon was revived in the 1950s when a group of Korean artisans set out to rediscover the lost art of Koryo celadon. Since then, they have made great strides in rediscovering the secret techniques, and much of the celadon made today is of better quality than that of the Koryo Dynasty.

As with any antique, this piece should be treated with care to preserve its history. This is not to say that it is not to be used, but you should avoid putting it in the dishwasher or microwave to prolong its life. We recommend hand washing with a mild detergent and drying after each use.