Bowl

About this object

History of use

Possibly used to hold spicy foods, or as a miniature rice bowl. Brass serving and eating utensils are commonly used by wealthier people in Korea.

Cultural context

for serving food

Physical description

Round brass bowl with flat base, riveted to separate base with rounded ring foot 3.3cm. in diameter. Body curves up sharply to rounded sides, curving in slightly to mouth (6.4cm. in diameter). Bowl has dull patina on inside; shiny finish on outside.