Floral-shaped Cup Stand with Inlaid Chrysanthemum Design
Unknown Artist
1100s
Medium
inlaid and glazed porcelain
Dimensions
h. 6.1 cm · outer diameter 10.4 cm
Classification
Ceramic
Department
Korean Art
Museum
Cleveland Museum of Art
Credit
Gift of Mrs. Karl Martoch
Accession Number
1970.503
About this artwork
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 stand, not only to make their drinking experience more exciting, but also to show their refined taste.