White porcelain plate with “進” letter inscription

We would like to introduce you to a plate from the Joseon Dynasty with the single character "shin"(進) written on the inside.
Although modest in size, it is a dignified and magnificent character.

The bluish white porcelain surface is typical of the 19th century, giving it a clean impression.
The body is thick and feels heavy when you pick it up.

Originally used as a ritual vessel, it exudes elegance and dignity.
When it comes to ritual vessels with inscriptions, pedestal bowls with high legs are well known, but this type of plate (board) was also used.

It is about 17cm in diameter, which is neither too big nor too small, making it the perfect size for your use.
The simple white porcelain will enhance any dish.
The slightly bowl-shaped shape is typical of this era, so you can safely put liquid foods on it.
It is a little taller than most "plates," so it will create a gentle inflection on the table.

Hangul characters are engraved along the side of the hill.
Among the ceramics produced at Bunwon Klin, there is a group of pieces like this one with Hangeul engraved on the bottom with a chisel.
The contents cover a wide range of topics, including the year of production, delivery destination, warehouse name, and production history.
However, because the pieces are fired at high temperatures, the inscriptions on many of the pieces are difficult to read, and this piece was no exception.

Reference: Click here for the engraved white porcelain plate owned by the Tokyo National Museum

There is only one silver repair, approximately 1 x 1.5 cm, on the right edge.
It's not very noticeable from the outside and the repair was done carefully in a subdued color, so it doesn't bother me too much.

This plate will not clash with other dishes and is easy to incorporate into your everyday dining table.
These dishes are sure to whet your appetite, whether you're serving sashimi or grilled vegetables.
It's also good to serve sweets on it.

[Responsible for | Megu Fukaya]