Cup
Goryeo dynasty (918–1392)
Not on view
Produced in limited quantities and reserved for the elite, silver and gold metalwork survives in fewer numbers today than bronze. Unlike the nearby bronze examples, these bowls lack feet. They may have been burial goods not used in rituals. Precious metal objects tend to be found in the elaborate stone chamber tombs linked to royal and wealthy people.
On view from August 6, 2022–October 15, 2023
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