origin: joseon dynasty korea | era: late 18th to early 19th century | material: hand-thrown stoneware with celadon and iron oxide glazes
a soft celadon green, an umber-kissed brown, and a subtly speckled cream – speaks of a time when the ritual of tea was an art form, and beauty was found in the natural world. from the kilns of Gyeonggi province, imagine the gentle warmth held within the celadon-glazed cup, its soft, jade-like hue and delicate crackle a testament to the refined tastes of the era. the teacup with the rich brown glaze, achieved through the skillful dance of iron oxide in the kiln, evokes a sense of grounding and tradition. the third, its creamy surface flecked with iron, embodies the natural charm of buncheong ware, a style that embraced organic textures and unpretentious beauty.
