Zentner Collection: Antique Japanese Tansu, Asian Works of Art
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Korean Antique Gat Horsehair Hat
Korean Antique Gat Horsehair Hat
Antique Korean gat, a tall cylindrical hat woven of horsehair with a wide brim. Framed with thin, black lacquered bamboo and with a ribbon for securing under the chin. Black gat were traditionally reserved for men of noble status who had passed the gwageo civil service exams. This hat comes with a custom metal stand.

Age: Jeoson Dynasty (19th century)

Dimensions: 7 1/2" high (25" high on stand) x 16 1/4" wide
item #1473032
$2,400.00
Korean Antique Bojagi Wrapping Cloth
Korean Antique Bojagi Wrapping Cloth
Antique Korean bojagi, wrapping cloth made of silk. This type of bojagi is specifically called min-bo or chogak bo since it is made of a patchwork of silk scraps. Bojagi is a long standing Korean tradition used to cover and/or carry a multitude of things from household items to precious ritual objects. This bojagi is sewn with a deep red and white pinwheel pattern in the center framed in a bright pink. The other colors used range from deep purple, light green and white. The back is lined... Click for details
item #1472383
$1,250.00
Korean Antique Wonsam Robe Made of Silk
Korean Antique Wonsam Robe Made of Silk
Antique Korean wonsam robe made of panels of silk in multiple colors. Originally only worn by royalty and women of the royal court, commoners were granted permission to wear wonsam in the late 19th-early 20th century and then only for weddings and performances. This robe is beautifully constructed of fine, sheer silk (sa) suitable for summer weather. The front and back of the robe is made of a very pale green color with gold weaving over red lining which shows through for a lovely effect. ... Click for details
item #1472379
$2,500.00
Korean Antique Small Low Table
Korean Antique Small Low Table
Antique Korean small table. Made of light wood with distressed lacquer finish. Carved front panels open to a single compartment. Narrow form indicates use as a home altar.

Age: 19th century

Dimensions: 14" high x 35 1/2" wide x 11" deep
item #1466978
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Antique Korean Bandaji Bedding Chest Persimmon 19th C
Antique Korean Bandaji Bedding Chest Persimmon 19th C
Antique Korean Bandaji bedding chest made of Persimmon and Ginkgo wood. With nickel/brass hard mounts with cash patterns with a Ruyi symbol that represents a mushroom or a cloud with the book match Persimmon wood grain also mimicking the clouds. This beautiful cabinet would be considered true scholar taste in design and symbolism.

Dimensions: 35 1/2" Wide by 28 3/4" High by 17 1/4" Deep
item #1465140
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Korean Antique Hanji Paper Sewing Box
Korean Antique Hanji Paper Sewing Box
Antique Korean sewing box made using the 1500 year old Korean paper technique called Hanji. Paper is made by hand from mulberry pulp and used to fashion various items. This 8 sided box is decorated with Double Happiness symbols and stands on four feet made of sea shells.

Age: 19th century

Size: 5 3/4" high x 13" wide x 13" wide
item #1462341
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Rare Antique 19th C Korean Double Nong Chest Phoenix & Dragon Motif
Rare Antique 19th C Korean Double Nong Chest Phoenix & Dragon Motif
A 19th Century Korean double Nong chest decorated with Phoenixes and dragons. Speckled with gold flecks onto dry lacquer inlaid with mother of pearl, horn and brass. The circular brass hardware is cast in the form of a shou symbology, longevity and happiness. The double doors swing out exposing the compartment's navy blue gauzy fabric. The chest has a built in stand.

Korean furniture is highly sought after and difficult to find due to its exemplary craftsmanship.

Age: Yi... Click for details
item #1462069
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Korean Antique Tall Ichung-Nong Cabinet with Shell Inlay
Korean Antique Tall Ichung-Nong Cabinet with Shell Inlay
Korean antique shell inlaid black lacquer ichung nong stacking chest in 3 sections on a footed base. Exquisitely decorated all over with ornate scenes of birds, animals and flowers. The uppermost section has four small drawers across the top. Each of the three sections has a large compartment opened by two door panels. The interior of each section is beautifully lined in paper and has sliding black lacquer panels to hold in it's contents. Lovely brass hardware locks and hinges are in the... Click for details
item #1454075
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Antique 19th C Korean Low Chest (Nong) Maple & Pine Yi Dynasty
Antique 19th C Korean Low Chest (Nong) Maple & Pine Yi Dynasty
An antique Korean low chest (Nong) made of Maple and Pine woods. Four drawers across the top and a pair of hinged doors. Paper lined interior with brass hardware mounts including the pair of multiple stacking hinges with Ruyi Scepter design. Square lock with double happiness design.

Age: 19th Century (Yi Dynasty)

Dimensions: 36 1/2" Wide by 23 1/4" High by 16" Deep
item #1452273
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Antique Korean Nong Side Chest Burl Hardwood Camelia Motif 19th C
Antique Korean Nong Side Chest Burl Hardwood Camelia Motif 19th C
An antique Korean Nong (side chest) made of a burl hardwood book-match. Beautiful Camelia blossom motif on the hinged doors. Nickel hardware with a aged patina. Scholar's taste in design, this chest would work well as a side table or an accent piece.

Age: 19th Century (circa 1850-1890)

Dimensions: 33 1/4" Wide by 24 3/4" High by 15" Deep
item #1450994
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