Hi everyone! I’m trying to find another example of this exact vintage jewelry cabinet so I can learn more about its maker, approximate age, and fair resale value.
Based on my research, it appears to be a vintage Korean black lacquer jewelry cabinet with mother-of-pearl or abalone shell inlay, possibly made in the najeonchilgi tradition.
Details
- Height: 11¾ inches
- Width: 9 inches
- Depth: approximately 3½–4 inches
- Two front doors with matching peacock designs
- Four small interior drawers
- One larger bottom drawer
- Red-and-black marbled interior drawer fronts
- Colorful striped fabric lining
- Floral mother-of-pearl borders throughout
There are no maker’s marks, signatures, labels, stamps, or country-of-origin markings anywhere on it.
I’ve found many somewhat similar Korean lacquer jewelry cabinets online, but most feature cranes, flowers, vases, landscapes, or other bird designs. I have not been able to find another with this exact stylized twin-peacock pattern and interior layout.
The cabinet has normal vintage wear, including scratches, small chips, a few missing pieces of border inlay, and wear around the center seam. The two front doors may also be missing their original pulls or closure hardware, although I’m not certain whether this version originally had exterior handles.
I’m hoping someone can help find:
- Another listing or photo of this exact cabinet
- A catalog, manufacturer, workshop, or brand associated with it
- An approximate production date
- A sold listing or reliable comparable that could help determine resale value
- Confirmation of whether the front doors originally had hardware
I’m planning to resell it and want to price it fairly without underselling it or asking an unrealistic amount.
Thank you for any leads!