Buncheong silver plantain jar

This is a cylindrical pot with gently swollen shoulders. It is crafted by moulding two separate parts, the base and the top on a spinning wheel, using a method similar to that of making a moon jar. Plantain leaves are painted using iron oxide, while a dark blue background is created with a cyan pigment, evoking the tranquil atmosphere of twilight just before dawn or sunset. The dark red iron painting is further adorned with blue vinegar and redecorated with silver. One notable characteristic of silver is its gradual oxidation over time, shifting from a yellowish hue to a near-black tone.

Paint, Slip, Iron, Pot

Crafted by

Sangwook Huh