Dish with moon and plum blossoms motif

The numerous layers of paper that compose this dish are strong enough to give it form and structure. During the Joseon dynasty, Korean mulberry paper (hanji)—known for having the texture and resilience of silk—was in high demand not only domestically but also in China, for making books and paintings. Used hanji was often repurposed in a variety of areas, such as clothing, craft, and furniture.