Architectural ElementsKorean

Fragment of an Elliptical Eaves-End Roof Tile with Decoration of a Phoenix ('Bong-hwang') in Flight

1392 - 1910

Classification

Architectural Elements

Medium

Light gray earthenware with mold-impressed decoration

Culture

Korean

Period

Chosŏn dynasty, 1392-1910

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 13.5 x W. 10 x D. 3.6 cm (5 5/16 x 3 15/16 x 1 7/16 in.)

Provenance

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

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