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Spoon
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Celadons, spoons, seals, and bronze mirrors were among the most common burial objects of the Goryeo dynasty (918–1392), placed in tombs to honor and comfort the deceased. This spoon, with its gracefully curved bowl and handle that bends downward to each side, ending in a scepter-shaped finial, is distinctive in design and was likely used in Buddhist rituals, rather than as an everyday utensil.
| Artist / Maker | Korea, Goryeo dynasty (918–1392) |
|---|---|
| Date | 918–1392 |
| Culture / Origin | Korea, Goryeo dynasty (918–1392) |
| Medium | silver bronze |
| Dimensions | Overall: 31 cm (12 3/16 in.) |
| Department | Korean Art |
| Type | Metalwork |
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Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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