Dragon Jar
Artist/maker unknown, Korean
Geography:
Made in Korea, Asia
Date:
19th centuryMedium:
Porcelain with underglaze cobalt blue and iron oxide decorationDimensions:
13 3/4 x 9 1/2 inches (34.9 x 24.1 cm)Curatorial Department:
East Asian ArtObject Location:
2000-80-1Credit Line:
125th Anniversary Acquisition. Gift of Colonel Stephen McCormick in honor of the Korean Heritage Group, 2000
Made in Korea, Asia
Date:
19th centuryMedium:
Porcelain with underglaze cobalt blue and iron oxide decorationDimensions:
13 3/4 x 9 1/2 inches (34.9 x 24.1 cm)Curatorial Department:
East Asian ArtObject Location:
Currently not on view
Accession Number:2000-80-1Credit Line:
125th Anniversary Acquisition. Gift of Colonel Stephen McCormick in honor of the Korean Heritage Group, 2000
Label:
“Dragon jars,” named after their dragon decorations, were made for ceremonial use during the Joseon dynasty (1392-1910). In Korea, dragons are believed to bring good fortune to those they favor, and they also symbolize the authority of the ruler and the balance in nature. Historical records show that during the reign of King Yòngjo (ruled 1724 to 1776), dragon jars were the only blue-and-white wares sanctioned for production, as the expensive cobalt blue ore had to be imported from the Middle East through China.
“Dragon jars,” named after their dragon decorations, were made for ceremonial use during the Joseon dynasty (1392-1910). In Korea, dragons are believed to bring good fortune to those they favor, and they also symbolize the authority of the ruler and the balance in nature. Historical records show that during the reign of King Yòngjo (ruled 1724 to 1776), dragon jars were the only blue-and-white wares sanctioned for production, as the expensive cobalt blue ore had to be imported from the Middle East through China.
