Architectural ElementsKorean10th-14th century
Fragment of a Circular, Eaves-End Roof Tile with Decoration of a Swastika (a Buddhist Symbol and also a Stylized Chinese Character for 'Man' [Chinese, 'Wan'; "Ten Thousand"]) Surrounded by Beads, Lotus Buds, and Formalized Cloud Scrolls
918 - 1392
Dimensions
Diam. 14 x Depth 4.3 cm (5 1/2 x 1 11/16 in.)
Provenance
David K. and Rita S. Jordt, Reno, Nevada (by 1995), gift; to Harvard University Art Museums, 1995.
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