Earring, Three Kingdoms period (Silla), 6th century (Gift of the Ogura Foundation)
Asian Gallery (Toyokan) Room 10
April 19, 2016 (Tue) - October 23, 2016 (Sun)
This part features the prosperity of kings in the Three Kingdoms period (4th century - 676) in Korea, through works including items of metalwork. The diverse designs of the objects are evidence of the prosperity of the kings.
Current exhibit includes:
Gilt Bronze Belt FittingsThree-leaf design in openwork, Excavated at Yongsan, Gyeongsan, Korea, Three Kingdoms period, 4th century
Earring, Three Kingdoms period (Silla), 6th century (Gift of the Ogura Foundation)
HeadgearWith design in openwork, Attributed provenance: Changnyeong, Korea, Three Kingdoms period, 6th century (Important Cultural Property, Gift of the Ogura Foundation)