Goheung Buncheong Ware Masters' Works Gather for Oct. 31 Auction

Works by artists Yang Misuk and Kim Byungwook up for auction; preview exhibition on view through Oct. 30

An auction featuring Buncheong ware that embodies Goheung's traditions and artistic heritage will be held on October 31 at the Goheung Buncheong Culture Museum.

The Buncheong Culture Museum in Goheung County, South Jeolla Province, headed by County Governor Gong Young-min, said it is preparing for the auction of Buncheong ware on Buncheong Culture Day and holding a preview exhibition of the works up for auction.

Buncheong Yoonseul Mini Jar. Courtesy of Goheung County.

Works by artist Yang Mi-suk, who drew international attention after presenting one of her pieces to the Pope, and Kim Byung-wook, a ceramic artist recognized as an intangible cultural heritage bearer of Gangwon Province, will be featured in the auction.

Buncheong ware made at the Goheung Buncheong Workshop using hwajangto, a clay unique to the region, will also be showcased. A variety of practical and artistic works, including jars, noodle bowls and teacups, will go under the hammer.

The preview exhibition will be held in the lobby of the Goheung Buncheong Culture Museum from October 23 to 30. Visitors can get an advance look at the distinctive features of each artist's work and the unique beauty of Goheung Buncheong ware.

The auction will be held at 4 p.m. on October 31 in the plaza of the Goheung Buncheong Culture Museum.

A museum representative said, "This is an opportunity to see Buncheong ware made with resources from Goheung alongside works by master artisans from across Korea," adding, "We hope local residents, tourists and pottery enthusiasts will show great interest and take part."

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