Chest, Joseon dynasty (1392–1910), early 20th century, Korea, Lacquered wood with mother-of-pearl, tortoiseshell, sharkskin

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Chest, Joseon dynasty (1392–1910), early 20th century, Korea, Lacquered wood with mother-of-pearl, tortoiseshell, sharkskin, brass wire inlay and brass fittings, H. 34 in. ( cm); W. 27 5/8 in. ( cm); D. 16 3/4 in. ( cm), Furniture, Given the phoenix motif and the bright colors of the decoration, this lacquered wood chest was likely used by a woman in an elite household

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Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
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