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Celadon Bowl
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As early as the seventh century, the practice of drinking tea and wine became an important part of elite leisure culture in Korea. A wide bowl like this example was especially suitable for drinking powdered tea shaved from a compressed tea cake, the most commonly enjoyed type during the Goryeo period.
| Artist / Maker | Korea, Goryeo dynasty (918–1392) |
|---|---|
| Date | 1200s |
| Culture / Origin | Korea, Goryeo dynasty (918–1392) |
| Medium | Celadon |
| Dimensions | height: 8 cm (3 1/8 in.); Diameter of rim: 16 cm (6 5/16 in.); Diameter of base: 7.3 cm (2 7/8 in.) |
| Department | Korean Art |
| Type | Ceramic |
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