Korea, Goryeo dynasty (918–1392) / 918–1392
Wine Pot with Incised Lotus Design
The Cleveland Museum of Art catalogs Wine Pot with Incised Lotus Design as ceramic (Korea, Goryeo dynasty (918–1392) · 918–1392).
A small loop on the handle was intended to secure the lid (now missing) on top of the pitcher through a cord or chain.
A CLOSER LOOK
The museum identifies this ceramic as celadon ware with incised and carved decoration.
The museum's collection notes: As early as the seventh century, the practice of drinking tea and wine became an important part of elite culture in Korea. Elites of the Goryeo period commissioned a variety of types of utensils and vessels including this elegant wine pot with the incised image of lotus flowers, not only to make their drinking experience more exciting, but also to show their appreciation of nature.
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