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Identification and Creation

Object Number
1995.1169.555
Title
Arciform Pendent Eaves-End Roof Tile with Decoration of a Bird in Flight, Probably a Phoenix ('Bong-hwang')
Classification
Architectural Elements
Work Type
architectural element
Date
1392 - 1910
Places
Creation Place: East Asia, Korea
Period
Chosŏn dynasty, 1392-1910
Culture
Korean
Persistent Link
https://hvrd.art/o/93661

Physical Descriptions

Medium
Brick red earthenware with mold-impressed decoration
Dimensions
H. 12.5 x W. 25.2 x D. 21.2 cm (4 15/16 x 9 15/16 x 8 3/8 in.)

Provenance

Recorded Ownership History
David K. and Rita S. Jordt, Reno, Nevada (by 1995), gift; to Harvard University Art Museums, 1995.

Acquisition and Rights

Credit Line
Harvard Art Museums/Arthur M. Sackler Museum, Gift of David K. and Rita S. Jordt
Accession Year
1995
Object Number
1995.1169.555
Division
Asian and Mediterranean Art
Contact
am_asianmediterranean@harvard.edu
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