Antique Korean Joseon Water Dropper with Ox Finial #5510
- SKU:
- 5510
- Condition:
- Used
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- Free Shipping
width: approx. 6.3 cm (2.5 in)
height: not provided
weight: 153g
This Korean Joseon water dropper features a compact square form with four short feet, a small pouring spout, and an ox-shaped finial on the top. The surface shows a soft white glazed body accented with underglaze blue decoration and reddish copper-toned details, creating a refined contrast of color and line. The decorative program includes auspicious motifs associated with good fortune and longevity, adding symbolic meaning to this traditional scholar’s object. The appeal of this piece lies in the balance between geometric ceramic form and the small sculptural ox, as well as in the layered surface created by glaze, brushwork, and colored accents. Suitable for a writing desk, tea room display, or Korean ceramics collection, this Joseon water dropper is a fine example of traditional Korean ceramic art, scholar’s utensils, symbolic decoration, and miniature sculptural design.