Korean Wood-fired Lidded Vessel with Bird Motif

Meet the Korean Wood-fired Lidded Vessel with Bird Motif, wheel-thrown and fired in a wood-firing kiln by Kimo An of Tousanyo in Gimhae, South Korea.

Earthy and sculptural, this vessel features a textured dark brown body with hand-carved and inlaid white slip motifs - a stylized bird in flight across the lid and abstract crosses around the sides. The raw, almost bark-like surface evokes the tactile warmth of natural clay, while the white slip designs bring a sense of ritual and symbolism.

Perfect as a storage jar, keepsake box or simply as a sculptural object, it embodies a primitive elegance that feels both ancient and modern. 

Dimensions:  Ø 4.3" x H 4.5"

About Kimo An of Tousanyo: Based in Gimhae, South Korea, ceramist An has been handcrafting distinctive ceramic ware for decades, using traditional wood-firing methods in his studio named Tousanyo.

Handcrafted in Korea.