Joshua Singleton
Lidded Double Gourd Vessel
9 x 5.75 x 5.75"
Cone 6 Porcelain Clay, Underglaze, Celadon Glaze
$230
Traditionally Korean double gourd vases were inspired by calabash, which are symbols of harmony and blessings. My intent when crafting this lidded vessel was for it hold something that brings someone happiness and blessings. Through surface decoration I reference traditional Korean floral motifs.
Artist's Statement:
Growing up as a child of a Korean mother and West Virginian father, I struggled with feeling "American enough" or "Korean enough". To reconnect with my heritage and identity, I create utilitarian ceramics which address the intersectional relations of my Korean-American background. By repurposing traditional motifs I explore the beauty of the Korean diasporic experience. Through my work, I hope to bring visibility and uplift those caught between two cultures.