Lidded Box — History & Facts
During this period (c. 1200-1500) many bronze objects played a role in Korean Buddhist rituals, underlining the importance of Buddhism in Korea. However, small boxes like this one served a secular purpose.
They have been found in tombs, alongside stoneware and other items intended for the afterlife of the deceased.
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