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Miniature Jar
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Celadons, spoons, seals, and bronze mirrors were the most common burial objects in tombs during the Goryeo period (918-1392). Furnishing tombs with an elaborate assemblage of objects was believed to honor and comfort the newly dead. This miniature jar was not used during the lifetime of the tomb owner, but rather was specially commissioned as part of the burial goods.
| Artist / Maker | Korea, Goryeo dynasty (918–1392) |
|---|---|
| Date | 1100s |
| Culture / Origin | Korea, Goryeo dynasty (918–1392) |
| Medium | celadon |
| Dimensions | Overall: 11.4 cm (4 1/2 in.) |
| Department | Korean Art |
| Type | Ceramic |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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