Apr 18, 2012
Apr 18, 2012

Floral-shaped Cup Stand

Floral-shaped Cup Stand

청자 꽃모양 잔탁 (靑磁花形盞托)

1200s

Pottery

Outer diameter: 16.9 cm (6 5/8 in.); Overall: 6.2 cm (2 7/16 in.)

Gift of John L. Severance 1918.456

Location

Did you know?

Elites of the Goryeo period are known for their love of drinking tea and wine. This type of delicate-looking cup stands not only made their drinking experience more enjoyable, but also showed their refined taste.

Description

As early as the seventh century, the practice of drinking tea became an important part of elite culture in Korea. In enjoying teas, elites commissioned a variety of types of utensils and vessels including this delicate-looking cup stand, not only to make their tea-drinking experience more exciting, but also to show their refined taste.

See also
Collection: 
Korean Art
Department: 
Korean Art
Type of artwork: 
Ceramic
Medium: 
Pottery

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