Black Round Lidded Box

A minimalist container in traditional Korean Black Ware, this box has the distinctive rich black glaze of the centuries-old art form.

It was crafted from a rich dark brown clay which is visible inside the box and on the underside of the lid. The jet black glaze has a subtle stippled texture, and a slight gloss.

Lidded boxes are a traditional item of the Korean interior. They are used to hold anything from incense or a mini moss garden to nuts or traditional sweets.  A simple and beautiful way to store, serve or display special things every day.

• Artist:  Jeon Sang-Geun
• Medium:  Black Ware
• Dimensions:  9.5cm w x 4.5cm h
• Weight:  241gm
• Origin:  Daegu, South Korea

Black Ware, with its distinctive iron black glaze, has been produced in Korea since the Goryeo Dynasty (918-1392).  A smooth black glaze with a rich gloss was perfected during the Joseon Dynasty (1392-1897), while some Black Ware has a matte textured finish with subtle rust undertones.

Find out more about Black Ware and other types of Korean ceramics here

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