Asian Art
Wide-Mouthed Bottle
MetalworkVessel
Details
- Author / creator
- Korea, Goryeo dynasty (918–1392)
- Object type
- Metalwork
- Date or period
- 1100s
- Dimensions summary
- Diameter of mouth: 8.6 cm; Overall: 26.3 cm
- Maker or workshop
- Korea, Goryeo dynasty (918–1392)
- Period / style
- Goryeo dynasty period
About this object
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 made in both ceramic and bronze, including this handsome bronze wine bottle to make their drinking experience more exciting.
Materials and technique
Bronze
