Description
Korean wooden low table with elaborate mother-of-pearl decorative inlay, Joseon dynasty, 18th-19th century. Decorated with a pair of haechi, or haetae creatures, playfully chasing a brocade ball. Bordered with blooming florals along each corner, vining foliate forms, and dynamic cranes in flight. Atop square legs featuring branches with prunus blooms, joined by side stretchers.
Provenance: The Distinguished Collection of Leo & Doris Hodroff.
Height: 12 in x width: 45 1/2 in x depth: 24 1/2 in.
Provenance: The Distinguished Collection of Leo & Doris Hodroff.
Height: 12 in x width: 45 1/2 in x depth: 24 1/2 in.
Condition
The table is structurally sound and stable. There are areas of crazing to the lacquer, particularly along the corners. There are areas of flaking and small to large size losses to the lacquer along the corners, extreme edges, and the legs. Separation to the joints, especially to the inset table surface. There are small losses to the inlay throughout. Light scratches along the surface. Some wear including chips to the feet.
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Korean Joseon Wooden MoP Inlay Haechi Low Table
Estimate $400-$800
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Leo & Doris Hodroff Collection: Arts of Asia
Nov 11, 2026, 11:00 AM ESTSt. Paul, MN, United States
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