East Asian Art Water Dropper Made in Korea, AsiaJoseon Dynasty (1392-1910), 19th century Artist/maker unknown, Korean Porcelain with underglaze cobalt blue, iron oxide brown, and copper red decoration * Gallery 237, Asian Art, second floor 2003-133-16 Bequest of Colonel Stephen McCormick, 2003 |
LabelA water dropper was an essential utensil for a literati man of the Joseon dynasty (1392-1910). It was used to add water, by small drops, to an inkstone while grinding an ink stick. This example is unusually accentuated with cobalt blue, iron oxide brown, and copper red pigments under the glaze.* Works in the collection are moved off view for many different reasons. Although gallery locations on the website are updated regularly, there is no guarantee that this object will be on display on the day of your visit. |
