Korean Butterfly Chest of Pear, Elm and Paulownia Woods

Korean Butterfly Chest of Pear, Elm and Paulownia Woods

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Korean Butterfly Chest of Pear, Elm and Paulownia Woods

All Original and Unrestored 19th Century Korean Ichung-nong (Korean Two Unit Stacked Chest) from South Cholla Province. This fine example of an elegant clothing chest is made of elm for the front panels, paulownia for the sides, and pear wood for the frame. It is exquisitely decorated with brass butterfly motifs for the locks and hinges, and brass bat motifs for the drawer pulls. The butterfly is a symbol of happiness, and the bat is a symbol of good fortune. 61 x 40 x 18 inches, 155 x 102 x 46.5 cm. Excellent Condition.