What are the connections between ancient Celtic gold jewelry and traditional Korean gold craftsmanship? Is it possible for contemporary artisans to replicate such masterpieces?
This talk compares the ancient goldsmithing techniques of the Celts and the ancient Korean Dynasties. While their motifs and aesthetics differ, both traditions reveal an extraordinary mastery of metallurgy and a sophisticated savoir-faire to enhance the beauty of gold ornamentation. In both cultures, gold also held strong symbolic meaning and was often placed in elite burials as a medium for the afterlife.
Join our speakers as they take you on a journey through ancient Celtic and Korean craftsmanship, and explore how these ancestral techniques are transmitted today.
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Gold Earrings from Bubuchong Tomb
Gyeongju, mid-6th century, Silla Period
Gold
The National Museum of Korea, National Treasure 90