{"product_id":"korean-paulownia-wood-ich-ung-nong","title":"Korean Ich Ung Nong - Late 19th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis fine Korean \u003cem\u003eich’ung nong\u003c\/em\u003e cabinet dates to the late 19th century and is crafted from richly patinated paulownia wood. Compact yet highly practical, this distinctive cabinet form is defined by its two identical stacked storage sections, each fitted with central double doors. The balanced proportions and strong architectural presence make it an elegant and versatile storage piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beautifully figured paulownia panels display striking natural grain patterns, enhanced by a deep, warm surface developed through age and use. Decorative brass mounts, hinges, and locking plates provide both visual rhythm and functional strength, while the raised base and shaped feet lend the cabinet a refined stance. Internally, each section offers generous enclosed storage, originally intended for textiles and personal belongings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe fittings are indicative of pieces from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGyeonggi Do province which surrounds Seoul. Gyeonggi-do literally translates as 'the area surrounding the capital'.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIch’ung nong cabinets were widely used in Korean homes during the Joseon period and are admired today for their restrained decoration, honest materials, and timeless form. This example remains a particularly attractive and characterful piece, equally suited to traditional or contemporary interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall sliding doors were installed to prevent folded clothes from falling when opening the doors, .\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eGyeonggi Do, \u003c\/span\u003eKorea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late 19th Century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paulownia Wood With Brass Mounts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-Section Stacked Form, Central Double Doors, Original Brass Hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good Antique Condition With Surface Wear And Patina Consistent With Age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e W78 x D35 x H106 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Indigo Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56364292931967,"sku":"M1023","price":995.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0217\/2522\/files\/Late_19th_Century_Korean_Ich_Ung_Nong_Cabinet_In_Paulownia_Wood_With_Brass_Mounts_M1023.jpg?v=1767630747","url":"https:\/\/www.indigo-uk.com\/products\/korean-paulownia-wood-ich-ung-nong","provider":"Indigo Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}