Korean moon jar

Explore the timeless allure of Korean moon jars, iconic porcelain vessels that embody simplicity, elegance, and Korean cultural significance.

The object conveys the history of a uniquely Korean identity through its masterful simplicity

A white-glazed moon jarJoseon dynasty, 18th / 19th centuryJapanese wood box (3)Height 12½ in., 32 cm

The object conveys the history of a uniquely Korean identity through its masterful simplicity

Studio Kō is a Los Angeles-based shop established in 2018, offering a curated selection of high-end Korean home goods including ceramics, glassware, and etc. We focus on showcasing the craftsmanship of Korean artists in both traditional and contemporary art. Discover the beauty of Korean crafts at Studio Kō.

“Slow, Same, Slow #2205” by Moon BeomMoon jar by Lee Ki-joKorean minimalist abstract paintings and white porcelain moon jars are on exhibit at the Korean Culture Center in Beijing, offering an insight into the spirit and materials that form the basis of Korean modern art. The exhibition “Empty Fulfillment: Materiality and Spirit of Korean Contemporary Art” showcases 11 Dansaekhwa paintings, minimalist abstract paintings and five moon jars ― white porcelains dubbed as such for resembling a…

The technique of making traditional Moon jars during the Joseon Dynasty was combining two hemispherical shapes with the upper and lower parts to create a large, round Moon jar, which was the most suitable method because there was no electric wheel at that time. Also, the plasticity of clay was...