Side table - Wood - South Korea - Table Soban
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Old lacquered Soban table from the Joseon dynasty, Korea, late 19th century.
Small antique table from Korea dating to the early 19th century (Joseon Dynasty). This type of lightweight table is called a "Soban" in Korean, meaning "small tray." It was widely used as an individual dining table to present and serve food, but also as a small desk, a censer stand, and an altar table. Its light weight and low profile suit traditional personal use and portable floor use.
Before the twentieth century, it was exclusively used by men. Women and children ate at a different place and time. This small table was the size of a tray and was sufficient to meet the needs of one person.
The table offered here was probably made from gingko wood and coated with red lacquer. The upper surface with a slightly raised edge has a twelve-sided shape with soft corners. The table is supported by four outward-turning legs resembling tiger paws, which is why this specific type is also known as a "Hojokban" (tiger-pawed tray). Two braces connect the legs for added stability.
This is an antique piece that shows a beautiful patina from use and care over the years.
The National Folk Museum of Korea in Seoul has a large collection of similar Hojokbans, such as items 000213, 001516, and 001626.
Height: 26.5 cm Depth: 41 cm
Period: 19th century
Style: Traditional
Materials: Wood
Condition: Good overall, some minor wear due to age."} })
Old lacquered Soban table from the Joseon dynasty, Korea, late 19th century.
Small antique table from Korea dating to the early 19th century (Joseon Dynasty). This type of lightweight table is called a "Soban" in Korean, meaning "small tray." It was widely used as an individual dining table to present and serve food, but also as a small desk, a censer stand, and an altar table. Its light weight and low profile suit traditional personal use and portable floor use.
Before the twentieth century, it was exclusively used by men. Women and children ate at a different place and time. This small table was the size of a tray and was sufficient to meet the needs of one person.
The table offered here was probably made from gingko wood and coated with red lacquer. The upper surface with a slightly raised edge has a twelve-sided shape with soft corners. The table is supported by four outward-turning legs resembling tiger paws, which is why this specific type is also known as a "Hojokban" (tiger-pawed tray). Two braces connect the legs for added stability.
This is an antique piece that shows a beautiful patina from use and care over the years.
The National Folk Museum of Korea in Seoul has a large collection of similar Hojokbans, such as items 000213, 001516, and 001626.
Height: 26.5 cm Depth: 41 cm
Period: 19th century
Style: Traditional
Materials: Wood
Condition: Good overall, some minor wear due to age."} })
Details
Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
Table Soban
Country of origin
South Korea
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
26.5 cm
Width
41 cm
Depth
41 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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