Goryeo Dynasty (12th century)

This beautiful bowl represents the peak of celadon wares from Goryeo Dynasty. Both the elegance of its potting and the artistry of its decoration mark it as one of the finest examples of celadon ware. The sharp molding technique and the color of the glaze on this work may indicate the close relationship with Yaozhou kiln in Northern Song Dynasty of China.

For a similar work in the collection of National Museum of Korea, see Hasebe Gakuji, Korai no seiji, vol. 29 of Toji taikei (Tokyo: Heibonsha, 1970), pls. 52 and 53; and accessible online at https://www.museum.go.kr/site/eng/relic/search/view?relicId=1439