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Jar with Bird and Flower Decoration
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Joseon blue-and-white porcelains were called “靑畫," meaning “painted in blue.” The blue here indicates cobalt pigment. In the 1700s, the royal court banned the importation of cobalt blue for its luxurious nature; thus, relatively few Joseon blue-and-white porcelain vessels were produced at that time. In that context, this modest-looking jar was considered to be a rare luxury.
| Artist / Maker | Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392–1910) |
|---|---|
| Date | 1700s |
| Culture / Origin | Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392–1910) |
| Medium | stoneware with underglaze blue designs |
| Dimensions | Outer diameter: 33 cm (13 in.); Overall: 43.4 cm (17 1/16 in.) |
| Department | Korean Art |
| Type | Ceramic |
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