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Treasures from Korea: Arts and Culture of the Joseon Dynasty, 1392?1910 (Philadelphia Museum of Art)
Treasures from Korea Arts and Culture of the Joseon Dynasty 13921910 - Philadelphia Museum of Art Treasures from Korea is the first major publication outside of Korea to survey the artistic production of the world?s longest-ruling Confucian dynasty, which reigned on the Korean peninsula from 1392 to 1910. The Joseon dynasty left a substantial legacy for modern Korea, influencing contemporary etiquette, cultural norms, and societal attitudes.... more » Beautifully illustrated with color images of some 200 masterworks from major Korean public and private collections, this important volume offers readers a detailed look at the fascinating art of the Joseon, from the exquisitely crafted pieces used by the court to scholarly implements, ritual items, and Buddhist arts. A variety of mediums, including prints, paintings, calligraphy, books, ceramics, sculptures, metal works, and costumes and textiles, are organized around five key themes: the king and his court, Joseon society, ancestral rites, Buddhism in a Confucian society, and Joseon in modern times. « less