Ceremonial Vessel
Unknown Artist
Medium
Bronze
Dimensions
H. 15 1/4 in. (38.7 cm); W. 5 1/4 in. (13.3 cm)
Classification
Metalwork
Culture & Period
Korea · Goryeo dynasty (918–1392)
Department
Asian Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Rogers Fund, 1918
Accession Number
18.67
Tags
Art Historical Context
This bronze ceremonial vessel, crafted by an unknown Korean artist during the Goryeo dynasty (918–1392), stands as a refined example of East Asian metalwork. Measuring 15 1/4 inches in height and 5 1/4 inches in width, its compact yet elegant form suggests it was intended for ritual use, likely in Buddhist temples or court ceremonies where such objects held deep symbolic meaning. Classified within the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Asian Art collection, the piece reflects the Goryeo period’s emphasis on sophisticated bronze casting techniques. These vessels often featured intricate designs that...