Korean Coin Chest With Iron Mounts - 18thC Material - Kiri Wood Celadon was favoured by nobles

Celadon was favoured by nobles and the wealthy classes due to a myth that it would break if poisoned food or liquid was put inside

protector of the innocent who vanquishes evil and is the consort of Shiva

The generous central cavity provides additional storage while maintaining the elegant proportions of the chest

Date: Late 20th century

However an attractive harlequin set can be made from different pairs

Korean Coin Chest With Iron Mounts - 18thC Material - Kiri Wood Celadon was favoured by noblesThis antique beautifully patinate Korean coin chest was known as a Ton Kwe. Paper money did not exist in Korea until later dynasties and coins were strung together on strings in large quantities to have value. As such, a strong money box was a necessity. With hardy and well crafted iron work this would have been made for a wealthy family. Antique Korean furniture is rare to find in Europe, especially of this quality. This chest is the perfect height