National Museum Foundation of Korea

spoon and chopsticks set(Uigwe)

$31.25 USD
 
$31.25 USD
 

spoon and chopsticks set(Uigwe)

 

Product : 

spoon : 210mm

chopsticks : 220mm

 

Package : 150x240x45mm

Weight : 570g(600g)

 

Concept


The handles of this spoon and chopsticks feature illustrations of figures from the uigwe (royal protocols) recording the royal wedding ceremony for King Yeongjo and Queen Jeongsun.

 

 

Features


This product is comprised of two spoon and chopstick sets, one in blue and the other in red.
The modern rendering of the uigwe combined with the matte finish of the cutlery creates a simple yet elegant look. The luxurious packaging, which requires no additional wrapping, makes it an ideal present for expressing gratitude to someone special. The gift of a spoon and chopsticks is a traditional expression of wishes for good health and prosperity for the recipient.

 

 



Relic

This Uigwe documents the royal wedding in 1759 between King Yeongjo(1724-1776) and his second queen, Queen Jeongsun (1745-1805). Emphasizing the importance of  frugality, King Yeongjo sought to reduce the extravagance and adornment of  royal wedding ceremonies.



Exhibition