Accession Number1977/1.196
TitleSmall faceted bottle
Artist(s)KoreanArtist NationalityKorean (culture or style)Object Creation Datelate 19th centuryMedium & SupportStoneware? with crackled celadon glazeDimensions 2 1/16 x 2 13/16 x 2 13/16 in. (5.2 x 7 x 7 cm)
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Caroline I. Plumer for the James Marshall Plumer CollectionSubject matterIt is presumed to be made in late 19th century. There are a lot of black sand on the surface. So It needs cleaning.
Physical DescriptionIt has a small straight rim. Abstract flowers is decorated on the shoulder in the cobalt blue. The body shapes octagonal form.
This white porcelain jar has an octagonal body and is decorated with vignettes in underglaze cobalt blue on the upper part of the shoulder. Its recessed base, created by removing clay from the bottom, retains traces of fine sand support. This angular bottle was shaped using a mold and has a strong sheen. A large number of cracks and contaminants, however, have darkened the surface. The clay is well sintered, forming a sturdy body.
[Korean Collection, University of Michigan Museum of Art (2014) p.175]
Primary Object Classification Ceramic Primary Object TypebottleAdditional Object Classification(s)Decorative ArtsCollection AreaAsianRightsIf you are interested in using an image for a publication, please visit
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Keywords
ceramic (material)
jars
octagonal
porcelain (visual works)
scrolls (motifs)