{"product_id":"antique-korean-ceramics-97","title":"JAR, Blue-and-white porcelain with grass design, Joseon Dynasty（1392–1897CE）","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis piece is an 18th-century blue-and-white porcelain jar from the Buninri official kiln of the Joseon Dynasty. It features a harmonious oval shape with a gently rounded body and a stable, straight neck, adorned with a grass motif that encircles the shoulder. The delicate interplay of light and shadow on the softly rounded jar, along with the exquisite balance of pale blue and white porcelain, creates a poetic ambiance. The muted light blue hue reflects the scarcity of cobalt pigment during that era, adding to its charm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe technique of underglaze painting was introduced to Korea from China during the Yuan Dynasty around the 15th century and was initially reserved for royal court offerings. From the 18th century onward, mass production became possible at official kilns, leading to the emergence of a style that elegantly simplifies floral motifs, as seen in this jar. The unadorned beauty of its form speaks volumes, distinguishing it from the ceramics of contemporary China and Japan. Historical records indicate that painters dispatched from the capital decorated the body with patterns during the late Joseon period. The stability of the pictorial composition and the restrained brushwork are characteristic features of the Buninri official kiln. The modest yet confidently rendered underglaze decoration intertwines Confucian restraint with the poetic essence of nature, presenting a unique world reflective of the Joseon spirit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSubtle stains, known as crazing or rain leaks, are scattered throughout the body and beneath the glaze, revealing traces of nature that have gradually permeated over time. The rim exhibits careful, old repairs, while the base reveals a rustic sandy texture mixed with feldspar, reflecting not only the kiln's precision but also the artisanal background. Elements that might be perceived as flaws transform into expressions of \u003cstrong\u003ewabi-sabi\u003c\/strong\u003e, resonating with the spirituality of the Joseon Dynasty.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ROCANIIRU COLLECTION","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50989182026009,"sku":null,"price":4639000.0,"currency_code":"IDR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0688\/9911\/1193\/files\/20250702-10239.jpg?v=1752152892","url":"https:\/\/rcnir.com\/en-id\/products\/antique-korean-ceramics-97","provider":"入蘆花（ロカニイル）","version":"1.0","type":"link"}