Korean Decorative Objects

A good Korean celadon bowl with elaborate slip inlays circa 12-13th century from the Goryeo Dynasties (918 to 1392AD). Despite inspired originally ...

On offer is a near pair antique Korean ceramic vase from the end of Goryeo to the beginning of Joseon period (circa 14-15th). The vases feature cel...

'I use a medical dental drill bit to carve the surface of white porcelain, from a form thrown on a wheel, to create delicate patterns. This work requires an enormous amount of patien...

A Buncheong (also spelled as Punch'ong) stoneware tea bowl from Korea Joseon Dynasty circa 15-16th century. The conical shape bowl in the classical styl...

A fine Korean iron box that was traditionally used to store tobacco leaves dated to the late Joseon Dynasty circa 19th century. The box is made from iron and has a heavy weight, although the wears along the edges of the lid and base exposes a bronze metal color underneath, indicating the iron metal may contains a high level of copper. The surface was beautifully decorated with elaborate silver inlay that covers the entire surface except the base. The extraordinary workmanship depicts a pair of deer within the circled square (shape of heaven and earth) and a lined background on the long sides and a crane with spread wings on the shorter sides. Both animals were associated with longevity. Their eyes were highlighted with copper inlay, adding a lively touch to the animation. The lid is centered with a Chinese character "Xi" (Paired-Hui in Korean), which means double happiness. (In Chinese culture, it is often used in a wedding ceremony). The large symbol was set on geometrical background of tightly scrolling diamond pattern surrounded by stylized Ruyi mushroom heads, another floral longevity symbol. Archaic fret cloud band borders the entire perimeters of the lid and the container. Tobacco was introduced to Korean in the first half of the 17th century and gradually gained popularity. When the tobacco was started being smoked in shredded form instead of rolled leaves, there rose the production of the smoking accessories, with some in fine quality as luxury items for the elite. The accoutrement such as this box is a fine example made in late Joseon dynasty, using extensive silver inlay, a technique called "jjoeum-ipsa", in which the silver wires were hammered into the scorched iron surface to create the elaborate design. Similar boxes with variation of shape and motifs are in the collection of several major museums. Compare the box with item Gu 754 in the National Museum of Korea; item 22.78 in MET NYC and M.240:1, 2-1926 in V& A Museum in London. The most closely related example we found is item C232 in the collection of the Museum of East Asian Art...

Jangseung TOTEM by Lee Sisan Dimensions: W 36 x D 36 x H 200 cm Materials: Raw steel, natural stone Each piece is made to order and uses natural stones, so ...

This artwork adopts mother of pearl and lacquer to portray peony blossoms, also known as the king of all flowers and a symbol for beautiful women. The lustrous mother of pearl was used to create such sumptuous flower patterns. The colors inside the lines of mother of pearl were enhanced with lacquer, gold and silver powder, etc. to elevate the vividness and splendor evoking the actual blossoming.    -Luxury Packaging: Wooden Gift...

A Korean ceramic storage jar circa 18th century of Joseon Dynasty. The jar is of a classic Maebyong form (known in Chinese as Plum Vase or Meiping...

This artwork uses mother of pearl to re-interpret 'A Bull,' which is an iconic work by one of the most celebrated South Korean artists in modern and contemporary painting...

A ceramic chawan tea bowl made in Korea for Japanese market circa 17th century. The chawan is identified as Irabo type. Irabo bowls were essentially con...

A small ceramic conical form tea bowl from Korean Goryeo Dynasty circa 14th century. The bowl is of a slightly irregular shape and covered in a grayish overglaze. The inlaid slip dec...

A lovely vintage Korean lacquer box in bright red and decorated with mother-of-pearl inlays circa 1970-80s. The square form box features an auspicio...

A Korean stoneware bowl from Goryeo dynasty circa 12th century. The conical form bowl with a small raised foot rim is covered in a celadon green glaze...

Decorative handcrafted vase with mother-of-pearl inlay.

Decorative handcrafted vase with mother-of-pearl inlay.

Dark Black Wood Seating Occasional Table Time of Action No. 20-2, Chaeyoung Lee Materials: Ebonized and carved wood Dimensions: 34,5 x 32 x 41 cm Eboniz...

Sculptural Object by Dongwook Choi Crest and Trough series Dimensions: 42 x 40 x 45 cm Materials: FRP, chrome coated There may be a visual difference...

Highly collectible pair of enameled copper mugs by South Korean artist Kwangho Lee. With their stunning and explosive design, these copper mugs are a ne...

'I use a medical dental drill bit to carve the surface of white porcelain, from a form thrown on a wheel, to create delicate patterns. This work requires an enormous amount of patien...

Vase 2 from "Texture Series" Manufactured by Seung Hyun Lee. Seoul, 2023. Copper. Measurements 40 x 20 x 40h cm 15,8 x 7,9 x 15,8h in Edition Unique piece. Exhibitions...

Vase 1 from "Texture Series" Manufactured by Seung Hyun Lee. Seoul, 2023. Copper. Measurements 25 x 13 x 35h cm 9,8 x 5,2 x 13,8h in Edition Unique piece. Exhibitions ...

Vase 1 from "Patchworked Texture Series" Manufactured by Seung Hyun Lee. Seoul, 2023. Copper, natural lacquer, (Ottchil). Measurements 36 x 25 x 30h cm 14,2 x 9,9 x 11,8h in ...

Vase 3 from "Patchworked Texture Series" Manufactured by Seung Hyun Lee. Seoul, 2023. Copper, natural lacquer, (Ottchil). Measurements 24 x 24 x 24h cm 9,5 x 9,5 x 9,5h in ...

Wood Stack Monument by Hyungjun Lee Dimensions: D 460 x W 940 x H 1260 cm. Materials: Stainless steel. Hyungjun Lee EDUCATION 2015-2018 ESAD Orléans / Objet & Espace ...

Pipe Fitting Tree Sculpture by Hyungjun Lee Dimensions: D 14 x W 14 x H 110 cm. Materials: Stainless steel. Hyungjun Lee EDUCATION 2015-2018 ESAD Orléans / Objet & Espace ...

Pipe Fitting Tree Sculpture II by Hyungjun Lee Dimensions: D 14 x W 14 x H 145 cm. Materials: Stainless steel. Hyungjun Lee EDUCATION 2015-2018 ESAD Orléans / Objet & Espace ...

Sidetable, marine biology deries by Son Tae Seon ( 2021 ) Dimensions: D 35 x W 45 x H 55 cm Materials: Ash wood. Son Tae Seon tries to capture the ...

Handcrafted Dark Black Wood Seating Chair Time of Action No. 20-3, Chaeyoung Lee Materials: Ebonized and carved wood Dimensions: 45 x 45 x 65 cm Ebonize...

Unique Dark Black Wood Seating Decorative Time of Action No. 21-2, Chaeyoung Lee Materials: Ebonized and carved wood Dimensions: 42 x 42 x 41 cm Ebonize...

Unique Dark Black Wood Seating Decorative Time of Action No. 20-4, Chaeyoung Lee Materials: Ebonized and carved wood Dimensions: 42 x 42 x 39 cm Ebonize...

Set of 3 Dark Black Wood Seating Decorative Table, Time of Action, Chaeyoung Lee Materials: Ebonized and Carved Wood Dimensions: 100 x 100 x 50 cm Eboni...

Handcrafted Dark Black Wood Seating Stool Time of Action No. 21-1 Chaeyoung Lee Materials: Ebonized and carved wood Dimensions: 45 x 45 x 40 cm Ebonized...

Vase 2 from "Patchworked Texture Series" Manufactured by Seung Hyun Lee. Seoul, 2023. Copper, natural lacquer, (Ottchil). Measurements 20 x 26 x 36h cm 7,8 x 10,3 x 14,2h in ...