Precious Beyond Measure

A History of Korean Ceramics

Beth McKillop, Jane Portal

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English

Reaktion Books
01 September 2024

Ceramic arts, pottery, glass

This is a captivating, richly illustrated history of the use of fired clay in Korea, spanning ancient times to the present day. Drawing on the latest research from Korean scholars, Precious beyond Measure features a wide range of examples from archaeological sites and museums. In addition, it offers a rare glimpse into the world of modern North Korean ceramics. Beth McKillop and Jane Portal devote substantial chapters to the refined celadons of the Goryeo and porcelains of the Joseon dynasties from the tenth to the twentieth century, as well as an array of blue-and-white vessels. Merging maritime archaeology, textual evidence and kiln excavation reports, this book engages with Korea's domestic and international spheres in surprising ways. Throughout history, Koreans have cherished their ceramic heritage. This overview reveals a remarkable and enduring tradition.

By: Beth McKillop, Jane Portal
Imprint: Reaktion Books
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 250mm, Width: 190mm,
ISBN: 9781789148671
ISBN 10: 1789148677
Pages: 352
Publication Date: 01 September 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Introduction: Clay on the Korean Peninsula 1 Pre-Goryeo 2 Goryeo Period 3 Ceramics in the Joseon Dynasty and the Colonial Period 4 Modern and Contemporary: New Beginnings in a Divided Country 5 Current Directions in Ceramic Research References Bibliography Comparative Chronology of Korea, China and Japan Photo Acknowledgements Index

Beth McKillop is a senior research fellow and former deputy director at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London. Her publications include North Korean Culture and Society (2004). Jane Portal is Keeper of Asia at the British Museum, London. Her publications include Arts of Korea - MFA Highlights (2012).