Cup and Stand

Place of OriginKorea

DateKoryo Dynasty (918-1392), 1100-1200

Dimensions4 3/4 × 5 3/4 in. (12.1 × 14.6 cm)

MediumStoneware with celadon glaze.

ClassificationCeramics

Credit LinePurchased with funds from the Libbey Endowment, Gift of Edward Drummond Libbey

Object number

1927.30

On View

Toledo Museum of Art (2445 Monroe Street), Gallery, 35

DescriptionBlack and white inlaid decoration of chrysanthemum sprays.

Label TextThe Goryeo court nurtured the production of celadon glazed wares for use in Buddhist rituals. Consequently a new repertoire of shapes developed, such as vessels in the forms of flowers and fruits. The lotus shape of this wine cup and stand is fairly standard for its kind. The black and white inlaid decoration features chrysanthemums, which, because they bloom in late autumn despite frost, embody the constancy of honorable men.