A jar and a bottle vase of Korean blue and white porcelain, both dating to the Choson Period, probably in the 19th century. THE DETAILS: The jar is about 4.5 inches tall, with a globular body, short ...
Christine Starkman, an organizing curator for the new exhibit “Treasures from Korea: Arts and Culture of the Joseon Dynasty, 1392 to 1910,” admits she has a few favorites in the show. One is a ...
SAN FRANCISCO — In 1728, King Yeongjo of the Joseon dynasty quashed a rebellion that had threatened to dethrone him. His victory cemented his rule and allowed him to stay in power for an impressive 52 ...