Overview
This charming box features a hand-embroidered silk panel depicting the 'Kkachihogangi,' a beloved Korean folk art theme of the tiger and the magpie.
1Identify
Preliminary identification
Korean Silk Embroidery Trinket Box, 'Kkachihogangi' Motif
Photo reference
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Story
For centuries in Korea, the tiger was not a creature of terror, but a bumbling, humorous guardian of the home.
Maker / Origin
While the specific workshop 'So-chun' (indicated by the red embroidered seal) represents a mid-century embroidery studio, the true 'maker' is the tradition of Minhwa (folk painting).
Condition & Value
The silk panel appears to be in excellent condition with no visible fraying or fading. Value is driven by the quality of the embroidery and the popularity of the 'Tiger and Magpie' motif.
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