Stackable Sewing Boxes (Jijang Samhap), 지장삼합
Sewing Box
1850 - 1950 (made)
1850 - 1950 (made)
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Korea was renowned for its paper making during the Choson period, 1392-1910. The durability and strength of Korean paper combined to produce brightly coloured containers for use in the women's quarters of the house. Boxes for needlework were often decorated with butterflies, bats and the t'aeguk mark. This design of circled commas suggests the dynamic harmony of the universe. The decoration formed a talisman to prevent misfortune and ensure happiness.
Object details
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| Parts | This object consists of 2 parts.
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| Title | Stackable Sewing Boxes (Jijang Samhap), 지장삼합 |
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| Physical description | The smallest of a set of three sewing boxes which have paper cut-outs glued on to a paper and bamboo frames. The decoration is of green, yellow, red and blue triangles with central t'aeguk and butterfly motifs. Colour: Multi-coloured |
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| Summary | Korea was renowned for its paper making during the Choson period, 1392-1910. The durability and strength of Korean paper combined to produce brightly coloured containers for use in the women's quarters of the house. Boxes for needlework were often decorated with butterflies, bats and the t'aeguk mark. This design of circled commas suggests the dynamic harmony of the universe. The decoration formed a talisman to prevent misfortune and ensure happiness. |
| Bibliographic reference | Wilkinson, Liz, Birds, Bats & Butterflies in Korean Art. London: Sun Tree Publishing, Singapore, 1996.
78, 79 |
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| Accession number | FE.19:1-1993 |
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| Record created | April 5, 2000 |
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