Thursday, June 23, 2011

Seoul Notes


The Korean Wrapping Cloth is a multiple-colored rectanglular shape used traditionally to wrap vessels and household items. The iconic cloth has now become embedded in artistic renderings of Korean culture. This particular one is a wall hanging, but others find their way onto scarves and tablecloths and jewelry. It captures well the aesthetic vibrancy of Korean culture.

After a day spent at the DMZ, we leave for Hong Kong early tomorrow morning, sure to be another fascinating piece in the puzzle of this alluring part of the world.

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