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Kim Ji-young Pottery · Buncheong Jug fired with pine ash glaze
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The Kim Ji-young Buncheong Jug is a handcrafted celadon jug by artist Kim Ji-young, introduced by the Jeju lifestyle select shop Composition. Each piece is decorated with handmade slip, glazed with pine ash and natural materials, and fired, resulting in a unique appearance.
- author — Kim Ji-young Ceramics (Buncheong artist who designs leaves and flowers collected from travels and walks)
- Options and Prices — Plain handle jug 54,000 won / Striped jug 46,000 won
- Materials and techniques — Clay, handmade slip, pine ash glaze / Artist's handmade buncheong
- Suitable uses — Water and milk jugs, a cooling pitcher for tea, and a small vase
- Where to buy — Composition Online Store, Composition Store in Sinchon-ri, Jocheon-eup, Jeju
Pour water, share the tea, and insert flowers.
This is a buncheong jug with a short, folded spout. The spout is hand-pressed to create a smooth flow of water, making even the pouring motion appear slow.
As a jug for water or milk at the dining table, a water pitcher for cooling brewed tea at a tea ceremony, and a vase for holding a handful of wildflowers when not in use. A single vessel lingers in various scenes of the day.
Two Zerg
Plain Handle Jug · 54,000 won
This is a plain jug with a handle. Instead of incised patterns, soft, round marks spread gently over the slip, creating a rich expression even without a design. It is easy to hold and pour with the handle, making it well-suited for holding water or milk.
Vertical Zerg · 46,000 won
This is a handleless jug with vertical stripes that fits snugly in one hand. Thin vertical lines encircle the body, giving it a neat appearance, and it is suitable for use as a water pitcher to cool and serve tea, a milk jug, or a small vase.
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. 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 · Zerg |
| composition | 2 types (Plain handle jug / Striped jug) |
| 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.
Buncheong layered cup — 34,000 won
Buncheong iced Americano cup — 50,000 won
Buncheong straight water cup — 38,000 won
Buncheong teapot with vertical stripes — 140,000 won
Buncheong teacup — 30,000 won~32,000 won
Buncheong iron-glazed water cup — 40,000 won
Buncheong box with vertical lines — 150,000 won
Buncheong vase — 60,000 won ~ 90,000 won
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