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Bowl decorated with peonies

13th century

Not on view

While the five peonies, each in a roundel, are inlaid in white and black, the surrounding scrolling pattern is achieved through the reverse-inlaid method: the background, rather than the design itself, is carved out and filled with slip. This combined technique creates a dramatic effect unique to Goryeo celadon.

Bowl decorated with peonies, Stoneware with inlaid and reverse-inlaid design under celadon glaze, Korea — This image cannot be enlarged, viewed at full screen, or downloaded.

청자 상감 모란 무늬 대접 고려
青磁象嵌牡丹文大楪高麗

Title: Bowl decorated with peonies

Period: Goryeo dynasty (918–1392)

Date: 13th century

Culture: Korea

Medium: Stoneware with inlaid and reverse-inlaid design under celadon glaze

Dimensions: H. 2 5/8 in. (6.7 cm)

Classification: Ceramics

Credit Line: Lent by National Museum of Korea

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