British Museum hosts exhibition on 2,000 years of Korean art

The British Museum is hosting a major exhibition surveying 2,000 years of Korean creativity. The collection features diverse artifacts, including an eighth-century bronze Buddhist bell, hand-copied sutras, and slender bodhisattva statuettes.

The exhibition highlights the resourcefulness of Korean artisans, showcasing intricate stoneware dating back to the fifth century. It specifically notes the development of Goryeo kingdom ceramics, where potters perfected pale green celadon inspired by Chinese techniques to create unique, original works.