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Mandarin Duck Cabinet

Medium: Lacquer on wood, zelkova burl panels, brass fittings
Place Made: Korea
Dates: early 20th century
Dynasty: Joseon Dynasty
Dimensions: 63 1/8 x 44 3/4 x 22 1/4 in. (160.3 x 113.7 x 56.5 cm)
Collections: Asian Art
Museum Location: This item is on view in Asian Galleries, The Arts of Korea, 2nd Floor
Accession Number: 34.530
Credit Line: George C. Brackett Fund
Image: Overall, 34.530_SL1.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph

Catalogue Description: The name "mandarin duck cabinet" comes from the double doors on each tier. This cabinet was produced mainly to be included in a bride's dowry, and signified well wishes for the newly wed couple's long and happy marriage. This particular cabinet shows the typical characteristics of Gyeonggi region mandarin duck cabinets. From "Korean Art Collection in the Brooklyn Museum" catalogue. Mandarin ducks mate for life and tend to travel in pairs. As a result, many Asian cultures associate pairing and marriage with the ducks.

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