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Korean Medicine Chest with Drawers Yakchang
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Korean medicine or apothecary chest with curved leg support circa the first quarter of the 20th century. Known as Yakchang in Korea, the chest was used to sort and store herb medicines in its many small drawers. The prototype was originated in China, but this piece is distinctively Korean because of the classic style of the brass hardware. the configuration of the storage space in the lower part, the shape of the leg support and the wood paneling details. The upper part features thirty-six drawers with divided in six rows, each with a brass pull ring and two herb names in Hanja, carved and gilt. The lower part has a bi-door panels open to a storage compartment, which is flanked by four more drawers. Closer examination of the construction reveals that the frame and the drawers were made from Paulownia wood, which has an insect-repelling quality. The frame was painted and lacquered dark while the drawers remained natural. The front panels of the drawers and the doors were all made from Zelkova wood, showcasing its lovely linear dark grains.
The interiors of the drawers are very clean and free of odor (have not been extensively used to store medicine).
To compare with another Medicine Chest, see illustration on page 47 in "Korean Antique Furniture...
Category
Early 20th Century Korean Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Brass
Old African bark cloth/20th century/Mbuti Pygmy Barkcloth Textile
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This cloth was made by the Mbuti people, a pygmy tribe living in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The Mbuti are hunter-gatherers who live in the Ituri rainforest, a tropical rai...
Category
20th Century Congolese Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Other
Sculptural Mango Wood Bench with Espresso Finish Modern Organic
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A sculptural hand-carved mango wood bench. To achieve its "espresso" pigment (color resembling coffee) the bench was burnt three times and then finished with a clear coat. The mix of...
Category
2010s Indonesian Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
Korean Antique Wood Stacking Nong Cabinets
Located in Atlanta, GA
A two-tier stacking storage cabinet on comforting stand, known as Nong in Korean, circa early 20th century (end of Joseon to Korean Empire Period). Each cabinet is fitted with a pair of paneled doors opening in the center to ample storage. The upper cabinet also has a row of four small drawers on top. The stacking cabinet directly sit directly on top of the support stand. Constructed in pine frame with exposed finger joints, they were simply finished in black lacquer on top and the sides. The facade of the cabinets, however, showcases meticulously chosen persimmon wood panels. The striking wood veneer with the bold black grains were perfectly matched in mirrored fashion. Visually arresting, the dark wood grains appear like bold strokes on an abstract ink painting. The yellow brass hardware is of relatively smaller sizes with subdued motifs in order not to overtake the beauty of the wood. They consist of drawer pulls, corner brackets, petal-form hinges and larger lock plates with cutout coin design. The interior was stripped clean showing the natural wood and some residues of old lining rice paper.
We can trace the Nong cabinet on offer here to the more southern providences of the Korean Peninsula where Persimmon trees grow and were harvested, such as Jeolla Do or Chungcheong Do. The wood was beloved by Korean furniture makers in Yi dynasty and used on eye-catching pieces to emphasize the natural beauty of the wood. Examining the piece, one can see extensive and deep patina incurred from its age and previous use, yet the cabinet remains aesthetically stunning as an antique piece with an unexpected modern flare.
For a similar two-tier chest with near identical configuration, size and wood used, see relic no 007182 in the collection of National Folk Museum of Korea in Seoul. The piece is also illustrated on the cover as well as page 46 of the book "Korean Antique...
Category
Early 20th Century Korean Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Brass
$5,000 / set
Chinese Large Boulder Carved Light Celadon/ White Jade with A Mountainside Scene
Located in Norton, MA
This is an intricate carving into a large jade boulder in many layers, with figures and mountain scenes depicting the traditional Chinese living style alo...
Category
20th Century Chinese Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Jade
Chinese Hand Carved Jade on Wooden Stand, Ric070
Located in Norton, MA
Chinese hand carved Jade on wooden stand. The Jade disc measures approximately 12 inches in diameter. Height including a wooden stand is appro...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Stone, Jade
Rare Antique Korean Scholar Two-Level Book Chest Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rare antique Korean two-level book chest made from zelkova (Korean Elm) and secondary pine wood with hand-wrought iron hardware fittings circa early to mid-19th century (Joseon per...
Category
19th Century Korean Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Iron
Korean Four Panel Screen of Hunting Scene Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Korean four-panel folding screen circa 1830s, from the late Joseon Dynasty. The painting depicts a vivid hunting scene on four vertical scroll panels mounted with brocade borders. The four panels are related to each other in narrative but not in an absolutely continuous fashion, therefore they could be viewed individually and independently, which was not uncommon in the screen paintings as they are meant to be folded and unfolded as needed. The pictures show a general on the far left panel seated on a low platform bed...
Category
Mid-19th Century Korean Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Brocade, Wood, Paper
Indonesian Wood Mask, Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Penasar mask from Indonesia, circa 1975-1980. Hand-carved teak, polychromed in white and black. Mounted on a black metal stand.
This type of mask is used at Indonesian ...
Category
1970s Indonesian Vintage Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Teak
Antique Asian copper bucket "tsurube" /20th century/hanging flower vase
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is believed to be a bronze "tsurube" (water bucket) made in Japan or East Asia.
It was likely used to draw water from wells.
The base shows dents, possibly from repeated impacts...
Category
20th Century East Asian Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Copper
Antique Large Chinese Hetain White/G Jade Carved Group "3 Rams" Early 20th C.
Located in Norton, MA
A nice hand-carved antique, a Large and Heavy Chinese Hetain White- Light Gray Jade of 3 Rams resting on the fitted wooden stand., 360° carving. There is a meaning behind this artwor...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Jade
Bowl Made From Porcelain & Hand Painted, Of Japanese Origin From 1940s
Located in Lejre, DK
This porcelain bowl of Japanese origin, dating from around the 1940s, is a fine example of traditional Japanese craftsmanship and artistry. The bowl features intricate hand-painted ...
Category
1940s Danish Vintage Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Korean Mother of Pearl Inlay Lacquer Tabletop Accessory Chest Joseon
Located in Atlanta, GA
An antique Korean lacquered small chest of drawers with Mother-of-Pearl inlays circa 19th century (late Joseon Dynasty). The tabletop box with multiple small drawers of various sizes...
Category
19th Century Korean Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Lopburi Buddha Statue from Thailand
Located in Atlanta, GA
The Buddha statue was made from a copper alloy in a standing position with hands in double Abhaya mudra. This mudra symbolizes the act of dispelling fear in the face of adversity. In Laos and Thailand where this mudra are used as one of the most iconic gestures, with its origin was pre-Buddhism era, when it was a symbol of good intentions and friendship when approaching strangers. In contrast to Indian iconography, it was often shown with both hands raised to the level of the shoulder in Southeast Asia. The statue was made in the classic Lopburi style, which historically was heavily influenced by Khmer art...
Category
Late 18th Century Thai Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Metal
Mid 20th Century Cast Bronze Buddha Hand Sculpture, On Stand
Located in New York, NY
A large cast bronze sculpture of a Buddha's left hand, circa 1960. Mounted on a trapezoid-shaped wood and metal stand.
The gesture is known as Dharmachakra Mudra, the traditional B...
Category
1960s Thai Vintage Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Kannon Biraki Isho Tansu Chests, Japan, 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
Two section Kannon Biraki Isho Tansu made from traditional Japanese kiri wood with hand forged and cast iron hardware. The two sections can be used as nightstands or side tables or s...
Category
19th Century Japanese Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Style Catamarca Raw Cotton Wall Tapestry
By AIREDELSUR
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
This dramatic wall hanging is an impressive statement piece for almost any room.Custom sizes and others colors available by request.
Each piece is completely made to order and is av...
Category
2010s Argentine Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Bronze Head of the Buddha, 17th Century, Thailand
Located in Stamford, CT
A Thai bronze head of Buddha, Ayutthaya period, late 16th-early 17th century. His face with serene expression, arched eyebrows above incised eyes and ...
Category
Early 17th Century Thai Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Antique Korean Bandaji Chest Pyongyang Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bandaji is known as drop front half-opening chest that was used to store family valuables and beddings. The Bandaji on offer was made in Pyongyang region of Pyongan Do (province) in ...
Category
19th Century Korean Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Brass
Chinese Jun Ware Streak Glazed Art Pottery Bowl
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A very stylish good quality Chinese Jun Ware pottery bowl decorated with streaked glazes on a red and pale blue glazed ground dating from the latter 19th o...
Category
19th Century Chinese Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Pottery
17th Century Korean Grapevine and Squirrel Scroll Painting, Mid Joseon Period
Located in Kyoto, JP
Anonymous. Korean, 17th century. Joseon period.
Hanging scroll. Ink on paper.
Seal: Shinso
Dimensions:
Scroll: H. 200 cm x W. 31 cm (79” x 12”)
Image: H. 122 cm x W. 29.5 cm (48” x 11.5”)
The grapevine came to China and then Korea from western Asia via the silk road trade routes. By the mid-Joseon period, it was one of the most popular subjects for Korean literati painters. Grapevines were painted as a singular subject or, less commonly, in combination with squirrels, which are associated with children due to their playful nature. Together, grapevines and squirrels embody wishes for abundant offspring and wealth.
For the Korean literati artist the twisting vines, curling tendrils and round, plump grapes provided ample opportunity for expressive "brush play”. In this painting the artist has abstracted the scene and is seemingly unconcerned with discontinuities and proportion. Vines spring up from nowhere, grapes hang in random clusters and the squirrel’s head appears as if twisted backwards. For the vines and leaves we can feel a sense of speed in the brushstrokes, imparting a dynamic feel which is at once intense and animated. This contrasts dramatically with the countless tiny strokes of ink which realistically capture the texture of the squirrel’s fur...
Category
17th Century Korean Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Paper
Thai wooden bird/lucky ornament/amulet
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
A wooden figurine made in Thailand.
A small figurine that imitates a swan-like, dragon-like creature that decorates the roofs of Thai temples.
It is probably from the late 20th centu...
Category
Late 20th Century Thai Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Chinese Yue Chicken Head Spout Ewer
Located in Point Richmond, CA
A globular stoneware body that is well potted with a cup shaped mouth supported on a narrow tall neck. The characteristic chicken head form serves as the spout. The handle is pulled ...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Chinese Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Indian Shiva Mukhalingam Brass Alloy Human Face Cover
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An antique Indian Shiva Mukhalingam made from a brass alloy and formed as a human face dating from the 18th century.
The Shiva Mukhalingam has a single face (some come with four or ...
Category
18th Century Indian Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Korean Bandaji Chest Gyeonggi Do Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
An antique drop front storage chest (known as Bandaji in Korean) circa late 19th century the late Joseon Dynasty. Constructed from thick planks of knotty yellow pine that were hand-h...
Category
Late 19th Century Korean Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Brass
Antique Korean Bandaji Chest Pyongyang Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A striking Korean Bandaji with beautiful condition and patina circa 19th century of late Joseon Dynasty. Bandaji is known as drop front half-opening chest that was used to store fami...
Category
19th Century Korean Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Metal
A Rare Pair Kangxi Period (18th C) Chinese Porcelain Wucai Decorated Wall Vases
Located in New York, NY
A Fantastic and Rare Pair of Kangxi Period (18th Century) Chinese Porcelain Wucai Decorated Wall Vases/Fountains. Of pear shape, brightly enam...
Category
1710s Chinese Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Porcelain, Wood
$21,480 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Antique Thai Buddhist Manuscript Storage Cabinet.
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Large Antique Thai Buddhist Manuscript Storage Cabinet. A tapering upright cabinet made of teak with black lacquered exterior and red interior. The decoration of gold on a black ground on three sides is created by the Lai Rot Nam...
Category
19th Century Thai Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Gold Leaf
A Pair 18 C. Chinese Kangxi Porcelain Famille Verte Fish-Roe Ground Dragon Vases
Located in New York, NY
A Large and Highly Rare Pair of 18th Century Chinese Kangxi Porcelain Sleeve Form Famille Verte and Fish-Roe Ground Five-Claw Imperial Motif Dragon Vases. Of slender Sleeve form wit...
Category
18th Century Chinese Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Monumental Chinese Mandorla Carved Sculpted Statues - Set of 2
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Monumental Chinese Quan-Yin Sitting Mandorla Carved Polychromed Wood Sculpted Statues - Set of 2
This set of two antique monumental Chinese Quan-Yin sitting mandorla carved ...
Category
20th Century Chinese Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Wood, Paint
Sculptural Mango Wood Bench with Burnt Finish Modern Organic
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A sculptural hand-carved mango wood bench. To achieve is rich black pigment the bench was burnt three times and then finished with a clear coat. The m...
Category
2010s Indonesian Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
Balinese Hand-carved Mask Depicting Mythological 'Rangda' Demon Queen, c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This hand-carved mask originates from the island of Bali and depicts Rangda, the Demon Queen of Balinese Hindu Mythology. This mask would've been used in ceremonies and/or dance perf...
Category
Early 20th Century Balinese Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Wood
Sculpted Terracotta Gandhara Head
Located in Atlanta, GA
A lifesize terracotta head in Gandhara style. Based on the style, it is likely from Kushan period Northern India, circa 4th-6th century. The expres...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Indian Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Terracotta, Wood
A pair of hand painted Japanese Kutani porcelain vases, circa 1890
Located in Central England, GB
A fantastic top quality pair of late 19th century Japanese Kutani porcelain vases fully signed on the underside.
This highly decorative pair of fine porcelain vases are a rare examp...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Lacquered Korean Low Coffee Table with Elaborate Inlays
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Korean black lacquered wood low table with elaborate inlay works circa late Joseon dynasty (late 19th century to turn of 20th century). The low table, supported by slightly curved ...
Category
Late 19th Century Korean Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Brass
Indonesian Volcanic Rock Sculpture
Located in New York, NY
A volcanic black rock sculpture, hand-crafted in Indonesia, late 20th Century.
Depicting a torso in traditional attire, decorated throughout. Mounted on a black metal stand. Can be ...
Category
1980s Indonesian Vintage Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Stone
Antique Korean Bandaji from Jeju Do Island
Located in Atlanta, GA
An antique Korean Bandaji from Jeju Do (Jeju Island) circa 19th century. Made from pine planks and stained in a dark reddish color, the drop front cabinet showcases iconic character...
Category
19th Century Korean Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Iron
Yoshita Minori Kutani Porcelain Vase
Located in Mérida, YU
Yoshita Minori (吉田美統), whose first name in Chinese characters means "Beauty under Rule," is a revered figure in the realm of Japanese porcelain art and stands as a living embodiment ...
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Sculptural Mango Wood Bench, Carved Detailing, Burnt Finish Modern Organic
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A sculptural hand-carved mango wood bench. To achieve is rich black pigment the bench was burnt three times and then finished with a clear coat. The mix of curved and straight lines ...
Category
2010s Indonesian Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Fruitwood
Chinese early 20th C Scholar’s Brass Seal Paste or Ink Box Baitong
Located in Bad Säckingen, DE
This early 20th-century Chinese scholar’s box is crafted from brass and features intricate calligraphy on its lid. Likely used for storing seal paste or ink, this square box is a fin...
Category
20th Century Chinese Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Brass, Copper
Annamese Blue and White Ceramic Dish
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Annamese Blue and White Ceramic Dish, Bird Design, Hoi An Hoard, Chu Dau kiln, Vietnam, circa 1500. The sturdily potted form has a raised rim decorated in unde...
Category
16th Century Vietnamese Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Korean White Ceramic Jar with Blue Underglaze Painting Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Korean ceramic storage jar in the classic shape with broad shoulder, gently tapered body, a short neck with a large opening. The jar is covered in a white glaze and decorated with ...
Category
18th Century Korean Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Vintage Royal Satsuma Vases Large 24" Tall Vase Porcelain Signed Asian
Located in Greer, SC
Pair of beautiful and intricately detailed Royal Satsuma vases, moriage and gilt adorn these stunning pieces of art. These tall statement pieces mea...
Category
Late 20th Century Asian Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Porcelain
Ikat Textile from Flores Island, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Ikat textile originates from the Island of Flores, Indonesia. It is hand-woven using naturally dyed yarns via a method passed on through generations. This textile is tubular for...
Category
Mid-20th Century Indonesian Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Yarn
Khmer Elephant Form Lime Pot, 12th century.
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Khmer Elephant Form Lime Pot, 12th century. A globular stoneware form with narrow aperture on top for the slaked lime. The pot modeled after an elephant...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Cambodian Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
Extra-Large Antique Indian Kashmir Textile, ca. 1900
Located in Ferrara, IT
This is an extra-large antique Indian Kashmir textile woven during the end of the 19th-century circle 1900 and measures 310 x 162 cm in size. This pie...
Category
19th Century Indian Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Antique Thai Buddhist Banner Painting
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Antique Thai Buddhist Banner Painting, multi-coloured tempera and gold leaf on cloth, depicting Buddha Descending From Tavatimsa Heaven. An illustration o...
Category
1850s Thai Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Textile, Plexiglass
Exceptional Southeast Asian Brass Engine Turned Lidded Urn
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
An exceptional quality antique Southeast Asian brass lidded urn dating from the 19th century. The heavily made urn stands raised on a narrow round pedestal foot with a short narrow k...
Category
19th Century Southeast Asian Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Brass
Ikat Textile from Sumba Island Stunning Tribal Motifs, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This Ikat textile originates from the Island of Sumba, Indonesia. It is hand-woven using naturally dyed yarns via a method passed on through generations. It features a stunning array...
Category
1950s Indonesian Vintage Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Yarn
Very Rare Japanese Antique Pottery Jar/Beautiful Glaze/Wabisabi Vase/10th-11th
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
I would like to introduce a very rare Japanese antique pottery pot.
This is Japanese Sue pottery.
Sue pottery is called "sueki" in Japanese.
This type o...
Category
15th Century and Earlier Japanese Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Pottery
Teak Wood Sculptural Bench, Carved Detailing, Modern Organic
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderfully sculptural teak wood bench with carved detailing on its seat. This teak wood bench features a wonderful organic form with a mix of wood textures and shades. Elevated by...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Wood, Teak
Set of 3 Chinese Off-White Ceramic Ginger Jars
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This set of ceramic ginger jars dates to the late 20th Century and orginate from China's Jiangxi province. They feature an off-white and crackled glaze with a slight and very faint t...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Ceramic
$508 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Chinese Scholars Armchairs, circa 1800s
Located in Kastrup, DK
A pair of Chinese Scholars armchairs, circa 1800s, elmwood with original Burgundy lacquer, Classic yoke form backrest. Get warm wear and patina.
Category
Early 19th Century Chinese Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Elm
$4,016 / set
Antique Korean Ton-Kwe Chest Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large Korean top-lid chest on block feet circa 19th century of Joseon Dynasty. Known as coin chest (Ton-Kwe in Korean), this type of chest was originally used for storing money. Th...
Category
Early 19th Century Korean Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Iron
Antique Korean Two-Level Storage Chest Ich’ung Jang with Persimmon Panels
Located in Atlanta, GA
Known as Ich'ung Jang in Korean, this large chest features a double-level storage space chests with frontal open doors on a gridded facade. Constructed from pine and zelkova (Korean ...
Category
19th Century Korean Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Style Misiones Cotton Wall Tapestry
By AIREDELSUR
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
This dramatic wall hanging is an impressive statement piece for almost any room.Custom sizes and others colors available by request.
Each piece is completely made to order and is ava...
Category
2010s Argentine Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Antique Large & Heavy Chinese Hetain White/G Jade Carved Group "3 Rams" 20th C.
Located in Norton, MA
A nice hand-carved antique, a Large and Heavy Chinese Hetain White- Light Gray Jade of 3 Rams resting on the wooden stand., 360° carving. There is a meaning behind this artwork. Thr...
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Jade
Mid-Century Modern Style Jujuy Cotton Wall Tapestry
By AIREDELSUR
Located in Buenos Aires, AR
This dramatic wall hanging is an impressive statement piece for almost any room.Custom sizes and others colors available by request.
Each piece is completely made to order and is av...
Category
2010s Argentine Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Cotton
Antique Korean Lacquer Coffee Table with Elaborate Inlays
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Korean lacquered wood low table with exotic elaborate inlay work circa 19th century (Joseon Dynasty). The low table, supported by slightly curved legs, was traditionally placed on the floor or bed in as a luxury item in a noble wealthy household. Like Soban, the low profile was meant to be used sitting down on the floor or matt. It is suitable to be used as a coffee table for modern time. With its rectangular form, the prototype was likely from Chinese Kang table. Lacquered in black (with time the color always turned slightly brownish due to oxidation caused by light), the table showcases elaborate inlay work with exotic materials including crushed Mother-of-Pearl, golden tortoise shell, stingray Shagreen and twisted brass wires. The iconic motif in the center is "Dragon and Phoenix Chasing Fire Pearl", an auspicious symbol often used in wedding ceremony. The eyes of the dragon and phoenix were heighted with MOP shells. The horns and beards of the dragon were made of tortoise shell. The textured scale and feature were depicted with Shagreen. The mythological animals are surrounded with clouds formed by inlayed brass wire and islands of crushed MOP. On four corners anchored a square motif each with symbol of Bagua with four trigrams. Impressively, the fine inlay work continued onto the outer border. Buddhism symbols such as fans, pair of chimes, conch, and ribbons were depicted in great details. The aprons are also decorated with brass wire scrolls and various floral motifs in shagreen.
The design on this table is of classic motif found in Korea lacquer table...
Category
19th Century Korean Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Rare Korean Pakch'on Bandaji Chest Joseon Dynasty
Located in Atlanta, GA
An antique Korean wood Bandaji circa 19th century from the late Joseon Dynasty. Rarely available, this Bandaji was from Pakchon area in Pyongan Do (in nowadays North Korea). Known as...
Category
Late 19th Century Korean Antique Other Asian Art and Furniture
Materials
Metal
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