A FINE KOREAN STORAGE CHEST OR “JANG”, CHOSUN DYNASTY.

A FINE KOREAN STORAGE CHEST OR “JANG”, CHOSUN DYNASTY. Circa 1870. The rectangular top with applied molded edge above the conforming case fitted with opposing hinged brass-bound lids opening to storage compartments flanked by a short drawer above a configuration of drawers, raised on frontal bracket feet with shaped returns, the whole with pierced brass “Sungsungi” hardware and fittings. The chest constructed of “Zelkova” burl wood. SIZE: 33-1/2″ h. x 42″ w. x 18″ d. CONDITION: With original surfaces and hardware and nice old patina, showing acceptable shrinkage cracks. This fine 19th century example retains original working lock mechanism. 9-91530 (3,000-5,000)

Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Winter 2008

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	944	$1,150.00	A FINE KOREAN STORAGE CHEST OR “JANG”, CHOSUN DYNASTY. Circa 1870. The rectangular top with applied molded edge above the conforming case fitted with opposing hinged brass-bound lids opening to storage compartments flanked by a short drawer above a configuration of drawers, raised on frontal bracket feet with shaped returns, the whole with pierced brass “Sungsungi” hardware and fittings. The chest constructed of “Zelkova” burl wood. SIZE: 33-1/2″ h. x 42″ w. x 18″ d. CONDITION: With original surfaces and hardware and nice old patina, showing acceptable shrinkage cracks. This fine 19th century example retains original working lock mechanism. 9-91530 (3,000-5,000) Auction: Fine Art, Antiques & Asian - Winter 2008 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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