National Museum of Korea

In early October we spent a few days in Seoul, and visited the National Museum of Korea, which is full of amazing artwork including ceramics, calligraphy, textiles, paintings, and historic artifacts. We mainly took photos of the collection of Buddhist art, which, though very large, was only a small part of the museum's enormous collections of Korean artwork. If you are ever in Seoul do not miss it.

These iron Buddhas are very large & incredible to see up close.
Stone Korean Buddha.

These are small close ups of an incredible and large wood carving relief wall panel from Indonesia. These scenes are full of rich detail & delicate wood work.
A carved & painted wood display with ritual gong, very beautiful.
This stone pagoda is one of the tallest found.
This tapestry was used in outdoor ceremonies, it is three stories tall, and was displayed with the very very long narrow wooden box it was rolled up & stored in.