A Korean keyaki wood safe chest
Late Joseon Dynasty (1392-1910) or later
Appears unmarked
Likely a Korean Gakkesuri or locking safe chest, the wood carcass with seven drawers arranged in two rows surmounting two doors, secured with a padlock, and opening to reveal interior shelving; all adorned with elaborate brass plates and hardware
34.5" H x 48.5" W x 16.75" D

Overall good condition with scattered scuffs, scratches, nicks, shrinkage cracks, indentations, and separation at joints commensurate with age and use. The top with scattered breaks to the finish, stains, and water rings. Condition reports are offered as a courtesy and are typically published in Moran's catalogue or can be made available upon request. The absence of a condition report does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of others. Buyers are responsible for determining to their own satisfaction the true nature and condition of any lot prior to bidding. Though buyers are not legally required to inspect lots prior to purchase, failure to do so may constitute a waiver of complaint that an item was not delivered in a condition equal to the existent condition at the auction.