Korean Mandarin Duck Jang Cabinet - 19th Century Brass Bound Cabinets The fine cobalt-blue detailing

The fine cobalt-blue detailing

This beautifully carved brass-bound chest is known as a 'Malabar' chest and dates to the middle of the 19th century

it is also made from walnut wood which was originally lacquered

28 x 28 x 45 (wxdxh cms)

The rich tones are typical of Tibetan furniture

Korean Mandarin Duck Jang Cabinet - 19th Century Brass Bound Cabinets The fine cobalt-blue detailingThis elegant 19th century Korean cabinet on stand is a rare find this form is known as a Mandarin Duck jang. Mandarin ducks mate for life and the paired opening at the base is emblematic of this. Jang cabinets () were status symbols and this particular cabinet would have been an expensive purchase from the home of wealthy nobility. Cabinets like these were found in the women's quarters were most household goods were stored. They would have been given