Cleveland Museum of Art

Cup and Stand

Date

918–1392

Medium

pottery

Culture

Korea, Goryeo dynasty (918–1392)

Department

Korean Art

Institution

Cleveland Museum of Art

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 delicate-looking cup and cup stand, not only to make their drinking experience more exciting, but also to show their refined taste. Elites of the Goryeo period are known for their love of drinking tea and wine. Many sophisticated tea wares such as this example were buried in the tombs of ruling elites.

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