Korean Buncheong Ceramic Cup, Open Field Scenery

Meet the Korean Buncheong wheel-thrown by ceramicist Hunseong Jang based in Icheon, South Korea.

Expressing the scenery of open fields through Buncheong ceramics, this piece is shaped using the light and dark tones of Buncheong clay to evoke nature. Each cup features freely rendered, unpretentious forms that vary slightly, echoing the quiet rhythms of the natural landscape. Modest in scale, it rests comfortably within the palm, making it especially suited for tea.

Each piece is individually thrown and glazed by hand; natural variations in shape, color, and surface are to be expected and embraced.

Each cup is sold separately. 

Dimensions:  approx. Ø 2.25" x H 3"

Food-safe. Lead-free.

Handcrafted in Korea.

About Hunseong Jang: Hun Seong Jang is based in Icheon, South Korea where he owns his own ceramic studio. He studied Korean and Japanese ceramics for many years in search of Korean-ness. He specializes in making Korean buncheong ware.

About Buncheong ware: Buncheong ceramics emerged in Korea at the end of the 14th century from the tradition of inlaid celadon of the late Goryeo period (918–1392). In contrast to the refined elegance of Goryeo celadon, buncheong feels natural, unassuming and even rustic. However, in the 16th century, due to the Imjin war, Korean potters were taken to Japan, where they started to influence Japanese ceramics especially for use in Japanese tea ceremonies. In Japan, Buncheong came to be known as Kohiki.