Buncheong iron-glazed water cup depicting flowers collected on a walk
Kim Ji-young Ceramics · Buncheong iron-decorated water cup fired with pine ash glaze
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The Kim Ji-young Ceramic Buncheong Iron-glazed Water Cup is a handcrafted Buncheong water cup by artist Kim Ji-young, introduced by the Jeju lifestyle select shop Composition. Decorated with handmade slip and glazed with pine ash and natural materials, each piece is fired with a unique expression.
- author — Kim Ji-young Ceramics (Buncheong artist who designs leaves and flowers collected from travels and walks)
- Options and Prices — Wildflower 40,000 won / Flower branch 40,000 won / Flower and leaf 40,000 won
- Materials and techniques — Clay, handmade slip, pine ash glaze / Artist's handmade buncheong · iron glaze
- Suitable uses — Daily cups for water and tea, gift cups with designs
- Where to buy — Composition Online Store, Composition Store in Sinchon-ri, Jocheon-eup, Jeju
Iron painting, flowers painted on an earthy surface
Cheolhwa is a technique of Buncheong pottery in which designs are drawn using iron-containing pigments and fired. After passing through the kiln, the brushstrokes remain as a deep brown, blooming distinctly on the warm background of the slip.
Artist Kim Ji-young translates leaves and flower petals collected during her travels and walks into patterns. The flowers depicted on these water glasses are also those she encountered on the road in this way. The artist's touch is conveyed intact through the stems drawn without hesitation and the leaves placed casually.
Three flowers
Wildflower · 40,000 won
A single flower at the tip of an upright stem, and two leaves extending long downwards. It is a simple picture, like a wildflower blooming alone by the roadside.
Flower branch · 40,000 won
Branches split upward from the bottom of the cup, with flowers hanging at their tips. It is fun to follow the flow of the branches as you rotate the cup.
Flowers and Leaves · 40,000 won
It is a picture of a flower stalk rising between thick leaves. The broad surface of the leaves gives the deepest and most abundant impression among the three.
Kim Ji-young, a person who crafts vessels close to nature
I draw patterns using leaves and flower petals collected during travels and walks, and apply slip made from pure materials. I create ceramics that are close to nature by using glazes made from pine ash and natural materials.
Unlike standardized white or celadon, in Buncheong, the iron in the clay blooms as black dots, and the traces of the slip flowing down become its natural beauty. The rough texture of the clay subtly shows through, and the artist's brushstrokes and touch remain intact on the surface of the vessel. Even without elaborate decoration or smooth concealment, it is complete and beautiful in itself.
Because it is Buncheong, a one-of-a-kind expression
Buncheong is a type of Korean pottery fired after applying a white slip over gray clay. In artist Kim Ji-young's vessels, that slip spreads softly, oscillating between apricot and grayish-white hues, while the rough texture of the clay quietly shines through.
Therefore, no two of these vessels are exactly alike. Some have slightly denser lines, others have a color skewed to one side, and some have an extra iron spot. Finding that one piece that catches your eye while selecting is also part of the joy of acquiring handcrafted vessels.
Usage and Management
· Before first use, rinse once in lukewarm water and dry thoroughly.
· Hand wash with a soft sponge and neutral detergent, and store after drying completely without moisture.
Please avoid sudden temperature changes, such as immersing hot dishes directly in cold water.
· Dishwasher, microwave, oven, and direct heat use are not recommended.
· Over time, the color may gradually deepen as tea seeps in. This is a natural change as the vessel absorbs time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Will the dish arrive exactly as shown in the picture?
A. Due to the nature of Buncheong, which is hand-molded and coated with slip, the spacing of lines, the spread of the slip, and the placement of iron dots vary from piece to piece. Even with the same option, the bowl you receive may look slightly different from the photo; this is not a defect but the unique character of handcrafted tableware.
Q. What are the black dots and drip marks on the surface?
A. The iron in the clay bloomed into black dots upon meeting the fire of the kiln, and these are traces of the slip applied with a brush flowing naturally. It is a characteristic Buncheong appearance, left as is rather than smoothly concealed.
Q. Can I use a dishwasher or microwave?
A. To preserve the texture of the natural glaze and slip, we do not recommend using dishwashers, microwaves, ovens, or direct heat. Please hand wash with a soft sponge.
Q. If the patterns are the same, are the pictures identical?
A. Since the artist paints each piece individually with a brush, the size of the flowers, the angle of the stems, and the shape of the leaves may vary slightly even within the same pattern. Please use the photo as a reference to illustrate the atmosphere of the pattern.
Q. Can I see this at the Jeju store as well?
A. You can touch and select items in person at Composition, a lifestyle select shop in Sinchon-ri, Jocheon-eup, Jeju. Store stock may vary depending on the season, so we recommend inquiring before visiting.
Product Information
| author | Kim Ji-young Ceramics |
|---|---|
| type | Buncheong and iron-glazed water cups |
| composition | 3 types of iron-glazed patterns (Wildflower / Flower branch / Flower and leaf) |
| subject matter | Soil, homemade slip |
| weakness | Glaze made from pine ash and natural materials |
| produce | Handmade by the artist (pieces molded, drawn, and fired one by one) |
| sale | Composition · Jeju Lifestyle Edit Shop |
See more of the Kim Ji-young ceramics collection
When vessels from the same artist are placed together, the rhythm of the light and lines of the slip naturally flows.
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