Joseon white porcelain bowl with chamfered base

This adorable pedestal pot is just under 14cm in diameter and features clean, chamfered legs.
The color tone is neither too blue nor too yellow, and the chalky matte texture is characteristic of Yi Dynasty white porcelain. Iron spots are also visible here and there on the inside, creating a beautiful scene.

The Joseon Dynasty pedestal bowl was originally used for offerings at rituals. Only a few nobles were able to use ceramic ritual vessels. Although small, it has a powerful shape precisely because it is a ritual vessel and not for everyday use. It has a solid presence and supports the contents placed on it.

In modern life, it would be wonderful to use it as a dish for food or sweets. The high base, which is unique to ritual vessels, creates a rhythm of height on the table when placed next to other vessels, and creates a special feeling when used alone. The edges are naturally raised, so you don't have to worry about serving liquidy dishes.

The Joseon dynasty pedestal bowls bring to mind a special feature article titled "Entertaining with White Porcelain" by essayist Hiramatsu Yoko and antique dealer Tsukuda Tatsuo, which appeared in the special edition of Taiyo magazine's "White Porcelain" published in 2002. In the feature, Hiramatsu and Tsukuda entertain each other by serving their own homemade dishes in various white porcelain dishes, many Joseon dynasty pedestal bowls also appear.

A variety of simple yet heartfelt dishes are beautifully presented in white porcelain pedestals. I was impressed by the article's comment on the ease of use of pedestals as tableware.

The noble yet familiar Joseon pottery is unique to the It will be with you in both everyday life and hospitality situations.