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Detail: On a background of sleek lacquer, mother-of-pearl illuminates intricate flowers, swirling leaves and birds poised to fly. This ornate art has been practiced in Korea for over a thousand years, but it hasn’t been extensively studied or displayed in the United States. Now, learn about luminous Korean mother-of-pearl lacquerware with the first U.S. exhibition devoted to this time-honored tradition. |
Phone No.: 415.581.3500 Fax: 415.581.4700 Site URL: http://www.asianart.org/exhibitions/korean-lacquerware |
Two-tiered chest with stand, 1800–1850 |
Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392–1910) 1800–1850 Lacquered wood with inlaid mother-of-pearl and brass |
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