Cloud decorations on a vase, is that unique to Korean art?
The cloud motif is not exclusive to Korea; it is also found on Chinese ceramics, where it is associated with Daoist art.
Korea received a lot of cultural influences from China, as well as technologies such as the production of porcelain. Of course, Korean artists always put a unique spin on things.
I love the green glazes that Korean potters used and find them very beautiful!
Thank you so much for all the wonderful info!
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You may notice recurring themes from the natural world throughout Korean decorative arts, in both the design of the objects and their function. The cloud pattern on this vase actually originated in China.
May I know how this vase came into the owner’s possession? I see that it was donated.
The owner, Antoinette Kraushaar, was a prominent art dealer here in New York City. However, I don't know exactly how this vase came into her possession. Her gallery, Kraushaar Gallery, focused on American art, but it is known that she kept certain Asian art pieces that she purchased at auctions, such as vases, at her home. Kraushaar has donated other items to the Brooklyn Museum as well.