Korean Mandarin Duck Jang Cabinet - 19th Century Brass Bound Cabinets The rich tones are typical

The rich tones are typical of Tibetan furniture

There is some old damage to the left corner of the robe and general wearing of gilt conducive with age

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

The fine cobalt-blue detailing

The term 'Wedding cabinet' is a farcical story created by antique dealers in The West

Korean Mandarin Duck Jang Cabinet - 19th Century Brass Bound Cabinets The rich tones are typicalThis 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