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Pouch
UnknownKorea, 19th century
Sookmyung Women’s University Museum
Seoul, South Korea
Pouches were used by men and women of all ages, regardless of their class. Pouches were made of silk or cotton. Knots were made in the shape of a butterfly, bee, dragonfly or plum, and the main pattern was a symbol of wealth or a symbol of longevity. On this particular pouch, a peony design was embroidered on a red background.
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Details
- Title: Pouch
- Creator: Unknown
- Date Created: Korea, 19th century
- Location Created: Rep. of Korea
- Physical Dimensions: w13.5~15.8 x l12.3x15.5 ㎝
- Type: Embroidery
- Rights: Sookmyung Women's University Museum
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