{"product_id":"00334mishimabin","title":"Goryeo Dynasty Buncheong ware Mishima-type Yuhuchun Bottle with Inlaid Bee Design","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a buncheong ware bottle dating from the transition between the late Goryeo and early Joseon dynasties.\u003cbr\u003eIt features the Yuhuchun (pear-shaped) form, characterized by a bulbous body, a slender neck, and a flared rim.\u003cbr\u003eThe piece is crafted from gray clay and decorated using an inlay technique, where patterns are stamped into the surface and filled with white slip.\u003cbr\u003eIn Japan, this style is known as \"Mishima\" ware; the name derives from the Mishima-goyomi (Mishima Calendar)—issued by Mishima Taisha Shrine—whose *kana* script patterns resembled the stamped designs on this type of pottery.\u003cbr\u003eThe body is divided into six sections by linear bands, with the entire surface filled with chrysanthemum motifs.\u003cbr\u003eFour bee motifs are inlaid near the center of the body.\u003cbr\u003eThe bee is considered an auspicious symbol; because its name is a homophone for the Chinese word \"feng\" (meaning \"to be granted an official rank\"), it signifies career advancement and prosperity.\u003cbr\u003eThe foot is thick and roughly trimmed on the inside—a measure likely taken to prevent the vessel from bursting during firing.\u003cbr\u003eThe exterior is coated in a grayish-blue glaze reminiscent of celadon, making this piece a fine example of the stylistic transition from celadon to inlaid ware that occurred between the late Goryeo and early Joseon periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is believed to be an excavated item however, it bears no conspicuous flaws or damage.\u003cbr\u003eWhile signs of age such as minor surface marks and glaze weathering are visible overall, the piece retains a soft, rich luster.\u003cbr\u003eAlthough there is some discoloration near the foot rim, it is an exceptional specimen in excellent condition for a large bottle of this type.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"燦禾 SANKA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45530866810927,"sku":null,"price":223000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/1453\/9567\/files\/00334uv-01.jpg?v=1782718143","url":"https:\/\/sanka-antique.com\/en\/products\/00334mishimabin","provider":"燦禾 SANKA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}