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This is an antique raised chest. A Korean, elm and pear wood side cabinet with brass fittings, dating to the …
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This is an antique raised chest. A Korean, elm and pear wood side cabinet with brass fittings, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.
Superb Korean craftsmanship with delightful brass tones
Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order
Select elm shows fine grain interest and deep caramel hues
Pear wood and persimmon adds further distinction
Quartet of small drawers to the upper apron above a cabinet door to centre
Each drawer dressed with a shaped and pierced drop handle over foliate backplates
Fascinating butterfly shaped hinges create a jovial appearance - a Korean symbol of prosperity, pleasure and joy
Circular clasp with loop holding the doors together, with a pin lock for added security
Charming pin lock finished in the form of a decorative fish
Doors open wide to reveal the generous, clean interior
Abundance of shaped brackets adorn the edges of the cabinet
Raised upon four shaped bracket feet beneath a sash lower apron
This is a fascinating antique raised chest, with striking Korean craftsmanship. Versatile and unusual. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 96cm (37.75'')
Max Depth: 43cm (17'')
Max Height: 85.5cm (33.75'')
Door Opening Width: 46cm (18'')
Door Opening Height: 30cm (11.75'')
Interior Width: 88cm (34.75'')
Interior Depth: 38.5cm (15.25'')
Interior Height: 52cm (20.5'')
Drawer Width: 17.5cm (7'')
Drawer Depth: 27.5cm (10.75'')
Drawer Height: 6cm (2.25'')
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- Dimensions
- 37.75ʺW × 17ʺD × 33.75ʺH
- Styles
- Victorian
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Korea, Republic of
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Brass
- Elm
- Condition
- Good Condition, Restored, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- Presented in very good antique condition. Presented in very good antique condition. less
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