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Korean Meiping Green Porcelain Flower Vase, Early 20th Century

$1,800
£1,384.68
€1,607.22
CA$2,538.43
A$2,843.47
CHF 1,493.49
MX$34,575.66
NOK 18,912.49
SEK 17,953.04
DKK 11,995.30

About the Item

Korean Meiping Green Porcelain Flower Vase, Early 20th C DETAILS Signed on the bottom. DIMENSIONS: Height: 14 inches Diameter: 7.5 inches ABOUT VASE This very elegant Meiping vase in green porcelain with under-glaze medallions depicting cranes flying in clouds. ABOUT MEIPING PORCELAIN Korean Maebyeong/Meiping porcelain is celebrated for its refined form and often features celadon glaze with inlaid or incised decoration. While the term “meiping” is Chinese, it is widely used in English-language references to both Chinese and Korean vases of this elegant form. Korean Maebyeong (Meiping) porcelain refers to a classic type of Korean ceramic vase that was especially prominent during the Goryeo Dynasty (918–1392) and later during the Joseon Dynasty (1392–1897). The term "meiping" (literally “plum vase”) is originally Chinese (梅瓶), but it is also used to describe similar Korean forms. Key Characteristics of Korean Maebyeong (Meiping) Porcelain: 1. Shape: • Tall, elegant, and slightly ovoid with a narrow neck and small mouth. • Broad shoulders tapering down to a narrower base. • Designed originally to hold plum blossoms, hence the name “plum vase.” 2. Period & Style: • Goryeo Dynasty: Known for exquisite celadon-glazed maebyeong vases, often with inlaid decoration (called sanggam technique), featuring cranes, clouds, lotus, or peonies. • Joseon Dynasty: Continued the form but with more austere and minimalist designs, especially in white porcelain (baekja). 3. Cultural Significance: • Maebyeong vases are among the most admired works of Korean ceramic art. • Celadon maebyeong from the Goryeo period is considered one of Korea’s greatest contributions to world ceramic history. 4. Function: • Originally used for holding flowers, wine, or as burial items. • Later appreciated as decorative art.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Diameter: 7.5 in (19.05 cm)
  • Style:
    Japonisme (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Porcelain,Glazed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1910-1919
  • Date of Manufacture:
    ca. 1910
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. We make our best effort to provide a fair and descriptive condition report. Please examine photos attentively, as they are part of the description. Send us a message to request more details or discuss price.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2819345030042

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