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Water Ewer for Rituals (Kundika) with Incised Parrot Design
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This distinctively shaped celadon vessel is a <em>kundika. </em>With a spout on one side, this type of vessel is often used in Buddhist purification rituals. Unlike most existing examples that have an image of a willow tree, this work has a rare flying phoenix design incised on its surface. During the Goryeo period (918-1392), about 260 kilns operated in mainly Jeolla and Chungcheong provinces, meeting a soaring demand for high-end products like this example.
| Artist / Maker | Korea, Goryeo dynasty (918–1392) |
|---|---|
| Date | 1100s |
| Culture / Origin | Korea, Goryeo dynasty (918–1392) |
| Medium | stoneware with celadon glaze, incised and carved decoration |
| Dimensions | Overall: 35.3 cm (13 7/8 in.) |
| Department | Korean Art |
| Type | Ceramic |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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