Openwork Buncheong Candle Lantern with White Inlay Peony Motif

True beauty often comes from risk, and this Korean Traditional Handmade Buncheong Candle Lantern proves just that. Crafted through one of the most delicate techniques in traditional ceramics—openwork carving—this piece embodies the harmony between fragility and resilience. The surface is layered with white slip, which is then painstakingly carved away to reveal blooming peony patterns. These motifs are not just decorative—they are sculpted with care, knowing that even a single misstep during firing could cause the entire piece to break.

Because openwork involves removing parts of the clay body, it inherently weakens the structure, making the firing process particularly vulnerable to failure. It is a craft that demands discipline, patience, and decades of experience. But when successful, the result is breathtaking: a soft, flickering candlelight that emerges gently from the hand-carved apertures, casting a dance of shadows that bring warmth and quiet elegance to any space.

Set this lantern on a tabletop during an intimate dinner, and watch as the floral shadows ripple across the surface, transforming a simple evening into a poetic moment. Use it in a reading corner or meditation room to create a cocoon of stillness and light. Its flat top surface even allows you to rest a small vase or incense burner, inviting personal touches.

Owning this piece is more than acquiring a decorative item—it is embracing a moment of serenity, a story of craftsmanship, and a timeless tradition. It also makes a meaningful gift for those who cherish soulful interiors, where light becomes memory.

Image that You light a candle on a quiet evening. The room is dim, but the gentle flame from your Buncheong lantern begins to glow through its carved patterns. The peony silhouettes start to flicker on the table and wall. As you sit with your thoughts, wrapped in this quiet light, you realize—this isn’t just an object. It’s a companion to your solitude, a vessel of calm.

Dimensions

• Diameter- 15cm (5.91 inch)
• Height- 29cm (11.42 inch)

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