Buddhist Ritual Bell (1300s CE)
This bronze vajra ritual bell from Korea’s Goryeo period (1300s) features a five-pronged vajra handle and incised Buddhist motifs
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Echizen Ware Storage Jar (1400s CE)
This Echizen Ware storage jar from the 1400s Muromachi period, crafted from stoneware with natural ash glaze, embodies Zen-inspired wabi-sabi aesthetics.
Royal Crown (c.1850-1900s CE)
This ceremonial crown from late Joseon Korea was part of the formal "Myeonbok" attire worn by kings and high officials during major state rituals.
Shiva As Lord of Music (c.1000 CE)
Cast c. 1000 CE, this Chola bronze from Tamil Nadu shows Shiva with vina, axe, and antelope.
Surya The Sun God (c.700-750 CE)
Cast c. early 700s, this Kashmiri brass Surya in Central Asian garb radiates divine light.
Standing Buddha (c.900 CE)
Cast c. 900 CE, this Kashmiri brass Buddha with silver inlays steps off a lotus pedestal.
Jar With Dragon Design (1700s CE)
Painted c. 1700s, this Joseon porcelain jar from Korea shows a dragon chasing a cintamani pearl.
Raft Cup (1345 CE)
Hammered in 1345 CE, this Yuan dynasty silver raft cup from China depicts Zhang Qian with a loom stone.
Portrait of Dharmakirti (c.1400s-1500s CE)
Cast c. 1400s–1500s, this Tibetan silver-copper sculpture shows Dharmakirti on a lotus pedestal.