South Korea

The tone shelf is inspired by the traditional colors of Korea, especially "Hanbok," which is a traditional Korean dress for formal occasions. Here, those traditional colors are made into art furniture with a modern sensibility, in Korean jade and sky blue. The tone of the blue gives an elegant and dreamy vibe. As artisans dye each piece of acrylic by hand, the tone in this piece is completely different from that of a mass-produced product, and as such, has its own value as a limited artwork. Wide spaces between the shelves can fit large...

The Tone table's palette was inspired by the traditional colors of Korea, especially those used in the traditional formal dress called "Hanbok." Here, those traditional colors are ma...

The Tone Table is inspired by the traditional colors of Korea, especially "Hanbok," which is traditional Korean dress for formal occasions. Here, those traditional colors are made in...

Qingbai porcelain incense stands of elegant baluster form, flanked by scroll-shaped handles and raised on an openwork square base. Covered overall in a soft bluish-white glaze, the p...

The Tone Table is inspired by the traditional colors of Korea, especially "Hanbok," which is a traditional Korean dress for formal occasions. Here, those traditional colors are made ...

The Tone table's palette was inspired by the traditional colors of Korea, especially those used in the traditional formal dress called "Hanbok." Here, those traditional colors are ma...

Two standing court figures modeled in pottery with slender proportions and simplified facial features. A thin straw-toned glaze is applied over the surfaces, with areas of exposed bu...

This work is a group of Qingbai (青白磁) porcelain figurines produced during the Five Dynasties to the Northern or Southern Song period (10th–13th century). A transparent glaze is appli...

This vase features a traditional vase coated with a clear and rich green celadon glaze. A fine network of crazing covers the surface. The neck is adorned with raised vine motifs, whi...

This double-spouted vessel originates from the Peru and is distinguished by its sculptural anthropomorphic design. One of the chambers is shaped as a human figure with a triangular f...

A gilt brass figure of four-armed Mañjuśrī (四臂文殊師利菩薩), with the upper right hand raised high brandishing the Prajñā sword that cuts through all ignorance and delusion to lead beings ...

Fine-grained, buff-colored clay. Potted thin. Upper part of body painted with symbolic patterns in black and chocolate brown. Majiayao culture, Banshan type, 3rd millennium BC Peri...

Each side pencil-painted with stylized chrysanthemum, lotus or daisy sprays issuing from rockwork. This blue and white square vase with rounded sides has a flaring mouth and a long neck. This shape can be traced back to Chinese bronzes. It is decorated with floral motifs on four sides in underglaze blue. This piece was originally part of a pair, but the other has already been sold. Period : Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period(1690-1699) Origin : Jingdezhen Destination : Netherland Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Vung Tau Ship Reference : Double checked with reference to the original catalogues below 1) Christies Amsterdam 1992 - Vung Tau Cargo...

This vessel is an exceptionally rare example believed to represent a Cong-shaped ceramic attributable to the Jin Dynasty, and it may be the only known ceramic work of this form from the period. While certain formal similarities have led some scholars to tentatively associate it with the Song Dynasty or later, the present work is more convincingly attributed to the Western Jin Dynasty (3rd–4th century CE). The vessel is constructed with a cylindrical inner structure and a square outer profile, conforming to the characteristic geometry of the ancient Cong (琮) form. Its surface is decorated with restrained geometric incised patterns. This structural concept is directly derived from ancient jade Cong (玉琮), which represent the earliest and most authoritative prototypes of the form. Jade Congs...

Famous annamese cream glazed ceramic ewer covered with a cream glaze. Traces of excavation are clearly visible in the glaze. Dates : Presumably Ly Dynasty (11-13th century) Region ...

Potted in a balanced baluster form with a gently flared mouth and a stable foot, this vase presents a calm and harmonious silhouette. Animal-form handles holding looped rings add scu...

This porcelain brush pot, crafted on a white body, is delicately decorated with copper red (hongcai 紅彩), depicting a figure in traditional attire amidst a landscape of pine trees, ro...

Right arm raised and both hands pierced and held in a fist, also wearing layered armor with epaulets at the shoulders, extensive pigment remaining. TL testing was not conducted due t...

This dish is covered in a rich green glaze, with a central medallion depicting a sinuous dragon in high relief, surrounded by a continuous band of floral scrolls. The dragon’s scales...

The central design features botanical motifs, with fully bloomed flowers and branches intricately depicted. The rim of the lid is encircled by a decorative band resembling a twisted ...

Proportions of stone table by Lee Sisan 2019 Dimensions: W 140 x D 60 x H 55 cm Materials: Stainless steel, natural stone Each piece is mad...

Neolithic Jar with strap handle from Gansu Province. Acquired in Hong Kong in the late 1990s. Date : 3,000-2,000 BC Made in : Gansu province Dimension : 23cm (Height) x 8.5cm(Mouth ...

Console Table 03 by Saerom Yoon Limited Edition No. 09 of 10 + 2AP Dimensions: D 43 x W 110 x H 85 cm. Materials: Acrylic. My oldest childhood memories go back to the time I spent i...

The vase is delicately potted featuring a pear-shaped body that rests on a slightly flared foot and extends upward into a trumpet-shaped neck. Its exterior showcases a dynamic, three-clawed dragon in stride amidst flames. This piece reflects a similar style to Yuan dynasty Yuhuchunping dragon vases, while reinterpreting certain details, such as the sharp and simplified shape of the dragon's head, the distinctive straight design of its claws, and the intricate depiction of the dragon’s scales. The sticker on the base indicates that the absolute age was determined through radiological mechanical appraisal using the quantum absolute dating method, with the results pointing to the early 18th century. Period : Qing Dynasty(Presumably Kangxi or Yongzheng Period) Type : Yuhuchunping Medium : Blue and White glaze Condition : Excellent(slight salt residue remains on the surface, and the glaze is worn primarily around the edges, such as mouth and base) Provenance: Southeast Asia, South China Sea from Shipwreck in early 2000s Reference : 1) Christies Hong Kong 26 SEP 2024 - Lot 2 (Price realised : 819,000 HKD / Type : related) * Yuan-Ming Style from Qing Dynasty During the Qing dynasty, many ceramics were produced that imitated the styles of the Ming and Yuan dynasties. This practice was not mere imitation but a creative endeavor to inherit and innovate upon past techniques and styles. Qing dynasty ceramicists mastered the exceptional techniques of Ming and Yuan ceramics and used them as a foundation to develop more advanced works. Particularly, Yuan dynasty blue and...

The jar features a round body with well-proportioned four distinct tiers and a short, stable foot. The surface is coated in a deep green Longquan celadon glaze, showcasing the sprout...

Vietnamese stoneware crab boxes. Light blue glaze. This is one of the representative types of miniature works of Hoi An ships. Dates : 15th century Le Dyn...

Bal is a tapestry crafted from traditional Korean knots of cotton ropes and adorned with the Chil-bo (cloisonné) technique, a traditional method for decorating metal objects. This p...

The vessel’s plump ovoid body—rising from a low foot to a short neck with a flaring mouth—evokes the silkworm’s cocoon, a form that echoes the central role of sericulture in early Ch...

A matched pair of small circular covered boxes (蓋盒) in Swatow (漳州窯) ware, decorated in Famille Verte enamels of iron-red and copper-green on a white ground. One cover painted with a ...

When Tiger Used to Smoke: Collection implies the idea of long-term sustainability by working with masters of each field who deserve much more recognition and incorporating modern fur...

Large rare vase painted with petal-shaped panels of riverscapes pattern. Period : Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period Production Date : 1690-1699 Made in : Jingdezhen Destination : Netherland Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Vung Tau...

This celadon vase features a gently rounded shoulder, a tall, slender neck, and a broad, flaring rim. Two small loop handles are applied to the shoulders. The body is finely incised ...

White tooth chair by Dongwook Choi Dimensions: 70 x 37 x 45 cm Materials: EPS, plaster It is a chair made with the motif of tooth shape. After the ureth...

Famous late ming dynasty chinese blue and white porcelain plate, double phoenix, from the shipwrecked binh thuan Period: Ming Dyn...

Table made with Hanji and discarded paper fibers from a paper company by using dochim method, which is pounding finished paper sheets to compact fibers. Hanji is the name of a tradit...

Beomjong light is inspired by a traditional Korean bell that has more than 1000 years of history. Bells play a crucial role in a variety of Buddhist servic...

A Ming dynasty pottery horse modelled in a standing posture on a rectangular base, with a robust yet stylised anatomy, elongated neck, covered in a warm buff-toned slip with survivin...

Statues of horse and rider, featuring glazes in green, amber, are set on rectangular bases. Period: Ming Dynasty Medium: Green and Amber-glazed Pottery Type: Figure Provenance : ...

A candle sconce constructed with cotton rope, viscose casing, and brass. The brass part is made by a metal turning master who worked as a technician for more than 45 years. The rope ...

The serene landscape and leisure activity of fishing are meticulously captured in cobalt blue on the porcelain's white surface, suggesting the value placed on harmony with the natura...

This octagonal blue-and-white covered box is densely decorated on each facet with dragons twisting their elongated bodies as they move through clouds, filling the entire surface with...

HUI tiles and furniture are crafted from recycled oyster shells. By powdering and mixing discarded shells sourced from Korea’s oceans, they create robust materials that are transform...

Guseul is an experimental ceiling light crafted from multiple spheres employing various techniques. It consists of four distinct components: the black sphere, embellished black spher...

Circular form with flattened doomed covers, the covers with a medallion of flower with full bloom, the bowls with two round borders. Period : Qing Dynasty, Kangxi-Yongzheng Period P...

Bowl from the late Ming dynasty cargo. An identical piece is included on page 136 of the Bin Thuan catalog titled 'The Age of Discovery: Asian Ceramics Found...

Jjirasi Vase explores the intertwined narratives of South Korea's urban landscapes and his own experiences, reflecting on how future generations might engage with traditional art and...

Table 01 by Saerom Yoon Dimensions: D 40 x W 40 x H 42 cm. Materials: Acrylic. Also available in different colors. Please contact us. My oldest childhood memories go back to the t...

Statues of attendants crafted from terracotta, featuring glazes in green, Set on rectangular bases. Period: Ming Dynasty Medium: Glazed Pottery Type: Figure Condition : Excellent(It has soil on it, which is presumed to be evidence of excavation) Provenance : Acquired in late 1990s from Hongkong Reference : V&A Museum - Accession number C.1501913 (Type : Closely related) * Ming Dynasty Glazed Pottery Figures Ming Dynasty glazed pottery figures are renowned for their bold color palette, intricate detailing, and lifelike forms, distinguishing them from earlier traditions. These figures, which depict officials, warriors, animals, and mythical creatures, are characterized by high-gloss lead-based glazes in green, amber, ochre, and sancai (three-color) combinations. The thickly applied glaze pools in recesses, creating depth and enhancing sculptural details. With dynamic postures, expressive facial features, and meticulously rendered drapery, these figures reflect the period’s advancement in ceramic craftsmanship, offering a greater sense of movement and realism compared to the rigid and stylized forms of earlier dynasties. A defining characteristic of Ming glazed pottery is its elaborate surface detailing, often achieved through raised relief elements and contrasting glazes. Equestrian figures, for example, feature carefully sculpted saddles, harnesses, and decorative embellishments, while human figures are adorned with intricate robes and headdresses. The large scale of these tomb figures, often more imposing than those from previous periods, underscores the increasing importance of funerary art during the Ming era. Unlike later Qing Dynasty figures...

This profound series serves as a powerful artistic examination of the tension and harmony between structure and freedom. The artist constructs each piece by employing two distinctly...

The bowl is potted with gently flaring sides and a neatly trimmed foot. The interior is carved in low relief with a stylized peony scroll, the broad petals and flowing tendrils rende...

Large rare vase painted with petal-shaped panels of 'Flowers' pattern. Decorated in underglaze blue with flower blooms borne on leafy stems. Period : Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period Production Date : 1690-1699 Made in : Jingdezhen Destination : Netherland Found/Acquired : Southeast Asia , South China Sea, Vung Tau ship Reference : Double checked with reference to the original catalogues 1) Christies Amsterdam 1992 - Vung Tau Cargo...

Potted with the fluted sides rising from a recessed base, carved to the interior with Chrysanthemum, covered overall with a grayish-green glaze, save for a ring to the underside left unglazed to reveal the gray stoneware...

Pair of traditional embroidered frames, originally made from a bridal pillowcase flap and presented by a bride to her husband as part of her dowry in Korea’s late Joseon to early mod...

The "twin fish" dishes, emblematic of fertility and marital joy, are also recognized as one of the Eight Buddhist symbols. These dishes were prominently produced by the Longquan kiln...

The jar features a balanced and robust form, typical of the Transitional period, which was a time of significant change and innovation in Chinese porcelain art. The decoration is exu...

An ovoid vessel rising from a small flat base and widening toward the shoulder, fitted with a pair of applied loop handles and a slightly everted rim; the surface is finely burnished...

Rug and stool combination inspired by an old Korean phrase “When the tiger used to smoke” meaning “once upon a time”, and humor from folk paintings of bunnies holding the pipe for the tiger in horror. Jasoo – Korean embroidery...

This profound series serves as a powerful artistic examination of the tension and harmony between structure and freedom. The artist constructs each piece by employing two distinctly...

Table 08 by Saerom Yoon Dimensions: Ø 50 x H 45 cm. Materials: Acrylic. My oldest childhood memories go back to the time I spent in the Philippines with my parents. The green mounta...

Hanji is the name of a traditional handmade paper from Korea. Hanji is made from the inner bark of paper mulberry, a tree native to Korea. Traditional hanji is made in laminated shee...