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Spoon with Fish-Tail Design
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Many of Goryeo period spoons like this one feature a curved handle that splits into a jagged fishtail design. This fishtail design is not unique to Korea; it was also widely used in the area under the rule of two non-Han Chinese states: Liao (907–1125) and Jin (1115–1234). These seemingly ordinary objects testify to exciting material interactions between the Goryeo dynasty and non-Han Chinese northern states, which were often omitted from the official records.
| Artist / Maker | Korea, Goryeo dynasty (918–1392) |
|---|---|
| Date | 918–1392 |
| Culture / Origin | Korea, Goryeo dynasty (918–1392) |
| Medium | bronze |
| Dimensions | Overall: 26.5 cm (10 7/16 in.) |
| Department | Korean Art |
| Type | Metalwork |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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