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Antique Korean White and Blue Porcelain Jar with Dragon Joseon Dynasty

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A Korean white porcelain jar with underglaze blue paint circa the second half of 19th century. Porcelain jars of this elongated form with swell shoulder, wide and slightly everted mouth through a short, straight neck were made in various size in the late Joseon period. They served a wide range of functions such as flower vases, culinary jars or apothecary bottles. This jar is of a medium size and rises from a slightly tapered base. The blue underglaze motif is a classic slithering dragon with four claws chasing a flaming ball. The mythological serpent is one of the most auspicious animals in Asian cultures and found widely on Korean ceramics. The shoulder is decorated with scrolling Youi-head and the neck and the base circumvented with lines. The painting was rustic and folky, with a detectable comic touch, indicating that unlike the larger dragon jars that were designated for the temple or palaces, this jar was likely a vernacular piece and used in a wealthy household. There are two old surface chips on the rim with Kintsugi repairs. Slightly tilted as made. For a comparable jar with similar form and dragon design, see item 1969,0618.1 in the collection of The British Musuem.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Diameter: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Porcelain,Glazed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th century
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Old Kintsugi repairs on two small shallow chips on the rim. Wear consistent with age and use. Good antique condition with patina, 3 old surface crack lines along the rim, firing flaws. Kiln grits on the base the bottom. Slightly tilted as made. All as shown.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU945045311692

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