Because it was believed that the rooster's morning cry drove away the night's evil spirits, an important talisman to ward off evil spirits was wood-carved roosters and chickens. They are a very important icon in traditional Korean folk art and in Korean tradition in general. The rooster’s comb symbolizes intelligence; traditional officials’ hats are based on the comb. The claws mean strength. The hen and rooster together mean fertility. The rooster was called the 'clock bird' and ...click for details
A fine old Korean mask with an attached movable mouth. A rare type of Yama (Judge of the Dead) mask. A large and striking piece. 17.5h x 17.5w x 13d inches, 44.5h x 44.5w x 33d cm.
Old and Very Rare Type of the Guardian Spirit Chi-U Mask. This mask has some old restoration, but is an exceedingly scarce type and really a splendid work of Korean folk art. His face is wonderfully rendered in a manner that will bring joy to any home. 14.5 x 14.5 inches, 37 x 37 cm.
Antique Korean Carpenter's Ink Line (Meoktong) with Arabesque Design. A lovely design, with the edges of the wheels themselves scalloped into a floral shape. An unusual and striking example. 8.25d x 5.25w x 4.25h inches, 21d x 13.5w x 11h cm.
Fine Antique Korean Funerary Figure (Kkoktu) with much of its original pigment still intact. From a renowned and published New York collection. One of the finer examples we have seen. 11.5 inches, 29.5 cm.
A Fine Very Large 19th Century Korean Yama (Judge or Lord of the Dead) Mask. A stunning and powerful piece. Truly a superior example. 16 x 16 x 9 inches, 40.5 x 40.5 x 23 cm. Very Good Condition.
What a wonderful face on this fabulous piece of Painted Sculpture of the Household Guardian, Chi U! It brings pure delight to any space where it hangs. 12 inches (30cm) tall. Very Good Condition with much of its original pigment still intact.
