17th century
Korea
Object qualities
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Objectinterior decoration: Clothing box
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Type of arts & crafts
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MediumLacquer inlaid with mother-of-pearl and tortoiseshell
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SizeH. 8 3/8 in. (21.3 cm); W. 18 1/8 in. (46 cm); L. 31 1/8 in. (79.1 cm)
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Geography details
Korea -
Country today
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Date17th century
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CultureKorea
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PeriodJoseon dynasty (1392-1910)
Source of information
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Type of sourceDatabase “Metropolitan Museum of Art”
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Fund that the source refers toMetropolitan Museum of Art
Description
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This box demonstrates stylistic variations on the peony scroll, a favorite design on Korean lacquer ware ornamented with shimmering abalone shells, or mother-of-pearl. Here, the large luscious blooms are accentuated.
