Celadon Openwork Vase Set Crane and Cloud

“A timeless harmony of form and spirit—where clouds drift and cranes take flight across a jade-green sky.” This exquisite set of two celadon vases—Maebyeong and Jubyeong—was crafted using the Goryeo dynasty’s iconic sanggam (상감, inlay) technique. Each crane, symbolising longevity and transcendence, is delicately carved into the clay and filled with white slip. Their wings, legs, and eyes are etched again with reddish-brown clay to deepen contrast and definition. The result: a layered, luminous design where the birds appear to move through mist. The surface shimmers with a refined crackle beneath the soft green glaze—a hue prized since the 12th century and still unmatched in elegance. The cloud motifs, slightly raised, form a swirling background, enhancing the feeling of movement and sky. Measuring approximately 42 cm in height, these vases command presence whether displayed alone or as a pair. The Maebyeong, with its broad shoulders and narrow neck, is ideal for holding long branches—such as blossoming plum or wild magnolia. The slender-necked Jubyeong recalls ancient wine vessels, offering visual balance and poetic lineage. This set is not merely decorative—it is a statement of...

$1,372.50

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