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Chest decorated with phoenixes, colored roundels (taegeuk), and flowers

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark brown wooden chest with multiple drawers and a cabinet door, featuring intricate designs. The top section has 7 small drawers, with the center 2 being slightly larger and having a cabinet-style door. All drawers and doors have handles. The chest is decorated with golden phoenixes, colored roundels (taegeuk), and flowers. The chest stands on short legs and is placed on a blue surface against a beige wall.

Artwork Details

Date
early 20th century
Medium
Lacquered wood with inlaid mother-of-pearl, tortoiseshell, ray skin, and brass wire; brass fittings
Culture
Korea
Dimensions
492 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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