Korean Choson Dynasty Ham Chest

Korean Choson Dynasty Ham Chest

19th century
Korea
cedar, iron
14″ high x 29″ wide x 14″ deep

A beautiful example of its kind. Acquired from an estate with a museum quality collection of Korean art and antiques, this good-looking ham chest was probably intended to store documents and other items of significance to the owner. With hand-wrought iron hardware, and wood of an expressive grain.

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