Jade String Pendant (left) for the Royal Ceremonial Costume

late 1800s–early 1900s

Jade String Pendant (left) for the Royal Ceremonial Costume, late 1800s–early 1900s. Korea, Joseon dynasty (1392-1910). Silk: gauze weave and plain weave; jade and beads (2 sizes); overall: 48.9 x 16.8 cm (19 1/4 x 6 5/8 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, General Income Fund 1918.551.f This is a set of royal ceremonial robe and accessories worn by a high-ranking court official for attending special state ceremonies. The set consists of an inner coat, an outer coat, a skirt, a back apron, a crown, a pair of jade tassels, a tablet, and a belt.