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Two Foliate Bowl-and-Saucer Sets |
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Korea, South Cholla ProvinceKoryo period, early 12th century Stoneware with glaze Bowls H. 3 5/8 in. (9.2 cm), D. 5 3/4 in. (14.6 cm), Saucers, H. 1 1/8 in. (2.9 cm), D. 6 1/4 in. (15.9 cm); 1979.193.1-4 |
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Artist Comments |
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Joel Shapiro
The idea that a bowl differentiates and contains space is so intrinsically human and so delicate and fragile. Why not see this as a metaphor of life? |