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This stunning Korean traditional medicine cabinet, known as a 'Hanbang Yakjang,' is a magnificent example of East Asian apothecary furniture. …
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This stunning Korean traditional medicine cabinet, known as a 'Hanbang Yakjang,' is a magnificent example of East Asian apothecary furniture. Featuring approximately 30 individual small drawers above a double-door lower cabinet, each drawer is inscribed with gold Chinese/Hanja characters identifying traditional herbal medicines such as 人参 (ginseng), 山参 (mountain ginseng), 仙 (celestial herbs), and other classical remedies used in Korean traditional medicine.
Crafted in the style of Joseon or early modern Korean cabinetmaking, this piece showcases rich -toned hardwood with beautifully aged brass hardware including traditional butterfly hinges, pull knobs, and a central locking ring on the lower cabinet doors. The curved, upswept roof-style cornice and carved bracket feet are hallmarks of authentic Korean furniture design, adding architectural elegance to its functional origins.
This piece makes a commanding statement as a decorative accent in any home, study, or professional space. It is equally at home in an interior design context as a bar cabinet, jewelry storage, or display piece as it is in a serious Asian antiques collection. The cultural history embedded in every labeled drawer tells the story of centuries-old healing traditions from the Korean peninsula.
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- Dimensions
- 27ʺW × 10ʺD × 32.75ʺH
- Styles
- Asian
- Period
- 1970s
- Country of Origin
- Korea, Republic of
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Burnt Umber
- Condition Notes
- Cabinet appears in excellent condition with rich, deep rosewood or elm finish. Hardware is intact and patinated appropriately. No visible … moreCabinet appears in excellent condition with rich, deep rosewood or elm finish. Hardware is intact and patinated appropriately. No visible cracks, missing drawers, or structural damage. Gold calligraphy characters are crisp and legible. less
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