antique raised chest, korean, elm, pear, side cabinet, brass, victorian, c.1880

Our Stock # 18.9434

This is an antique raised chest. A Korean, elm and pear wood side cabinet with brass fittings, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1880.

• Superb Korean craftsmanship with delightful brass tones
• Displaying a desirable aged patina and in good order
• Select elm shows fine grain interest and deep caramel hues
• Pear wood and persimmon adds further distinction

• Quartet of small drawers to the upper apron above a cabinet door to centre
• Each drawer dressed with a shaped and pierced drop handle over foliate backplates
• Fascinating butterfly shaped hinges create a jovial appearance - a Korean symbol of prosperity, pleasure and joy
• Circular clasp with loop holding the doors together, with a pin lock for added security

• Charming pin lock finished in the form of a decorative fish
• Doors open wide to reveal the generous, clean interior
• Abundance of shaped brackets adorn the edges of the cabinet
• Raised upon four shaped bracket feet beneath a sash lower apron

This is a fascinating antique raised chest, with striking Korean craftsmanship. Versatile and unusual. Solid joints and construction, delivered waxed, polished and ready for the home.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 96cm (37.75'')
Max Depth: 43cm (17'')
Max Height: 85.5cm (33.75'')

Door Opening Width: 46cm (18'')
Door Opening Height: 30cm (11.75'')

Interior Width: 88cm (34.75'')
Interior Depth: 38.5cm (15.25'')
Interior Height: 52cm (20.5'')

Drawer Width: 17.5cm (7'')
Drawer Depth: 27.5cm (10.75'')
Drawer Height: 6cm (2.25'') 

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Antique Raised Chest, Korean, Elm, Pear, Side Cabinet, Brass, Victorian, C.1880

Antiques.co.uk Ref: 94GCQMCWN

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