A Korean iron tobacco box with silver inlay and brass fittings dating to the 19th century or Joseon
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A Korean iron tobacco box with silver inlay and brass fittings dating to the 19th century or Joseon dynasty.
Dimensions are: 2 1/4 inches tall X 3 3/4 inches wide X 2 1/2 inches deep, 5.71 cm X 9.52 cm X 6.35 cm. Total Weight: 477.1 grams. All measurements are approximate.
Condition: Many areas of the silver inlay have been rubbed off over the years of use. The box is badly tarnished.
Provenance: From a private PE collection. A similar example can be found in the collection of The Met. Rogers Fund 1922 (22.78)
Dimensions are: 2 1/4 inches tall X 3 3/4 inches wide X 2 1/2 inches deep, 5.71 cm X 9.52 cm X 6.35 cm. Total Weight: 477.1 grams. All measurements are approximate.
Condition: Many areas of the silver inlay have been rubbed off over the years of use. The box is badly tarnished.
Provenance: From a private PE collection. A similar example can be found in the collection of The Met. Rogers Fund 1922 (22.78)
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A Korean iron tobacco box with silver inlay and brass fittings dating to the 19th century or Joseon
Estimate $800 - $1,200
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