Celadon Dish with Molded Phoenix Design in the Shape of a Flower

Celadon wares intended for everyday use—such as this dish—were among the most common burial objects placed in tombs during the Goryeo period (918–1392). Furnishing tombs with elaborate assemblages of objects was believed to honor the deceased and provide comfort in the afterlife. This dish, featuring the image of a flying phoenix, was likely a cherished possession that accompanied its owner to their final resting place.