Celadon Vase: Mixed-Clay Technique (Yeollimun)

“Where stillness meets movement, and form becomes meditation.”

This extraordinary celadon vase (청자 연리문 호), crafted by celebrated artisan Kim Yong-Seob of Icheon, embodies the quiet tension between control and spontaneity. Made using a rare three-colour mixed clay technique, its surface reveals the swirling Yeonri pattern—an effect that evokes rising smoke or wind dancing through a forest. This process requires exacting precision; over-mixing the clays would blur the contrasts, while under-working them risks fracture. Each vase is thus a singular expression of both mastery and risk.

The carved vertical ridges, evenly spaced with astonishing regularity, add a sculptural rhythm to the rounded form. As light moves across the surface, the interplay of colour and texture creates a sense of living depth—cool, serene, and quietly expressive.

The Yeonri pattern dates back to the Goryeo dynasty, yet its elusive nature kept it from becoming widespread. This piece revives that forgotten complexity, offering a tactile and visual experience that feels both ancient and modern.

Whether set alone on a low table or paired with minimalist florals, this vase brings presence without ostentation. Its weight, its curves, its shifting palette—all speak to a sensibility that values craftsmanship over excess, and emotion over spectacle.

A contemplative centrepiece for interiors that embrace calm elegance.
A gift for those who seek meaning in material and soul in design.

Dimensions

• Diameter- 18 cm (7.08 inch)
• Height- 19 cm (7.48 inch)