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Korean "Gatham" hat box

Name: Korean 'Gatham' hat box
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: JU7WVNGTTZ
Price: 1500 EUR
Availability: InStock

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1.500 €

Period 19th century

Style Asian Arts

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Description

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Octagonal gatham hatbox. It is fitted with its padlock, which is still functional.
Lacquered elm and brass, the 4 sides of the upper part read "Bonne Chance" (Blessing / Good omen)
Korea, late Joseon dynasty circa 1850/1880.
Hats affirmed status and power, and played a very important role in traditional Korean society. The gatham was used to store only the finest hats of its owners, the yangban, mainly high-ranking civil servants and military officers.
In perfect condition.
35 CM X 35 CM X H 25 CM
Provenance: Estate of dealer and collector Claude de Marteau.
Sold with certificate of provenance.

Ref: JU7WVNGTTZ

Additional Information

Condition	Very good
Style	Asian Arts (Boxes, Cases, Kits of Asian Arts Style)
Period	19th century (Boxes, Cases, Kits 19th century)
Country of origin	South Korea
Length (cm)	35
Height (cm)	25
Depth (cm)	35
Materials	Elm, Brass
Internal reference	8718