Rice-Bale Shaped Bottle with Waterfowl and Grasses c. 18th century

This 18th-century, anonymous Korean ceramic bottle, "Rice-Bale Shaped Bottle with Waterfowl and Grasses," is an example of a *buncheong ware* - a type of stoneware with an off-white glaze. The bottle’s shape and design reflect the artist’s desire to emulate natural forms. The delicate incising of waterfowl and grasses evokes a sense of serenity and tranquility. This bottle is currently on display at the Minneapolis Institute of Art.