Cosmetic box
Cosmetic box

Currently not on view

Cosmetic box,

12th century

Korean
Goryeo dynasty, 918–1392
y1966-53 a-b

Information

Title
Cosmetic box
Dates

12th century

Medium
Ceramic with inlaid designs under celadon glaze
Dimensions
h. 3.4 cm., diam. 5.6 cm. (1 5/16 x 2 3/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of J. Lionberger Davis, Class of 1900
Object Number
y1966-53 a-b
Place Made

Asia, Korea

Culture
Korean
Period
Koryo
Type
boxes (containers), ceramics, cosmetics
Materials
glaze, celadon, ceramic
Techniques
inlay (process)
Subject
floral patterns, scrolling foliage

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