국립중앙박물관 NATIONAL MUSEUM OF KOREA

Highlights
Celadon Jar with Inlaid Peony Design
  • Exhibition Name

    Celadon Jar with Inlaid Peony Design

  • Nationality/Period

    Goryeo Dynasty

  • Provenance

    Gaeseong area

  • Materials

    Ceramics - Celadon

  • Category

    Food - Tableware - Storage Carriage - Jar

  • Dimensions

    H. 19.8cm, (mouth) D. 20.6cm

  • Designation

    National Treasure 98

  • Accession Number

    Deoksu 6238

  • Location

    Celadon Gallery

Along with celadon pottery, bronzeware was widespread during the Goryeo Dynasty. Celadon vessels often mimicked the shape and form of contemporaneous bronzeware, as exemplified in this two-handled jar. The animal designs of the handles also originated from bronze. This jar is relatively large for Goryeo celadon, and it was likely used to hold water or other liquid. The large, distinct form of the jar is nicely complemented by the peony design inlaid on the front and back. The stamen, pistil, and petals of the peony are inlaid in white clay with a very thin black outline, and the veins of the petals are etched in to add more detail. The petals were inlaid rather thickly, causing some swelling in certain areas. The entire jar was thinly and evenly coated with a grayish-green glaze, producing a jade hue. The glaze is highly transparent with a fine gloss effect.