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Burial Urn with Stamped Design (lid)
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After the introduction of Buddhism, cremation became a common practice in Korea. This jar, which once contained the remains of the dead, may have nested in a larger stone container. The repetitive patterns that appear on the lid and the container was done with a stamping technique.
| Artist / Maker | Korea, Unified Silla period (676-935) |
|---|---|
| Date | 500s–600s |
| Culture / Origin | Korea, Unified Silla period (676-935) |
| Medium | stoneware with stamped designs under olive-green glaze |
| Dimensions | Diameter: 11.2 cm (4 7/16 in.); Average: 8.2 cm (3 1/4 in.) |
| Department | Korean Art |
| Type | Ceramic |
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