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Korean Pottery, Chosŏn Dynasty

Korean Pottery, Chosŏn Dynasty
This ceramic vase dates from the Korean Chosŏn (Joseon) dynasty (1392-1910). The vase exhibits the blue and white style characteristic of traditional Chosŏn pottery. Noted for its elaborate decoration, Chosŏn pottery ranks as some of the most beautiful in the world.
Philadelphia Museum of Art/Continuum Productions Corporation
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Korean Art and Architecture; Pottery
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