{"product_id":"00341shinshatake","title":"Joseon Dynasty White Porcelain Cylindrical Water Dropper with Underglaze-Red Lotus Bamboo Design","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a water dropper fired during the late Joseon Dynasty.\u003cbr\u003eThe body is cylindrical with a slight curve, resembling a stalk of bamboo complete with nodes near the base.\u003cbr\u003eIt features a small spout near the shoulder for pouring water and an opening at the top for filling.\u003cbr\u003eThe base shows marks from the refractory stones used to prevent the piece from adhering to the kiln floor during firing.\u003cbr\u003eDesigns of bamboo on two sides of the body and a lotus bud at the top are painted using copper-red glaze, over which a transparent glaze has been applied.\u003cbr\u003eSuch red designs created with copper glaze were considered particularly rare among painted wares.\u003cbr\u003eIn Korea, the water dropper used to pour a small amount of water when grinding ink was counted among the \"Four Treasures of the Scholar's Study,\" and many were crafted with diverse designs reflecting the sentiments of the literati.\u003cbr\u003eBamboo, with its straight growth and nodes, symbolizes \"moderation\" and \"purity,\" while its ability to withstand the cold makes it an emblem of enduring vitality.\u003cbr\u003eThe lotus, blooming with pristine beauty from muddy waters, symbolizes \"purity,\" \"nobility of character,\" and \"prosperity.\"\u003cbr\u003eIt is believed that this piece was used by a scholar who deeply valued such nobility of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is no conspicuous flaws. It has good luster throughout and is in good condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"燦禾 SANKA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45883917664303,"sku":null,"price":100000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0581\/1453\/9567\/files\/00341-01.jpg?v=1787809615","url":"https:\/\/sanka-antique.com\/en\/products\/00341shinshatake","provider":"燦禾 SANKA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}