The Moon Jar’s Legacy. A talk by Jinsoo Park

Join us for a special evening of drinks and cultural discovery as Korean ceramics expert Jinsoo Park unveils the timeless beauty and intriguing history of the Korean moon jar – a ceramic form celebrated for its serene, spherical elegance and enduring influence on modern artists.  The moon jar, taking its name from its resemblance to the full moon, is a traditional Korean ceramic form, instantly recognisable for its distinctive silhouette. Crafted by joining two hemispherical bowls together with the seam deliberately left visible, the moon jar embodies both imperfection and harmony. Mr. Park will explore the development of the moon jar during the Joseon period (1392–1897) and how this tradition has been revived in contemporary practice in work by artists such as Han Do-hyun whose moon jars are on display for our Icheon Ceramics exhibition.  Our evening programme:

• 6:30pm.  Arrive to a welcome glass of prosecco and enjoy exclusive after-hours access to our museum collections, including the current exhibition by master ceramicist Han Do-hyun.
• 7:30-8:30 pm. Talk by Jinsoo Park in our first-floor Modelling Studio: a deep dive into the moon jar’s legacy and its resonance in contemporary art.
• 9:00pm. Evening concludes.

Jinsoo is Founder and Director of Han Collection Gallery and has over 30 years of experience in Korean antiques. His academic and professional background forms the foundation of Han Collection’s success. He began his academic journey at Dongguk University, where he completed a BA in Korean Painting.  Jinsoo pursued further studies in the UK, obtaining a Master’s degree from City University and a PhD in Museum Studies from University College London (UCL). His extensive experience includes working as a curator in Korea and serving as a lecturer at Dongguk University.