A wood Soban (dining table) and a wood Sinju Jogjaham (scroll box)

Joseon dynasty (1392-1897), late 19th century

Joseon dynasty (1392-1897), late 19th century
The rectangular table with notched and rounded corners above a perimeter apron carved in openwork with floral designs, four cross pieces connected to cylindrical legs carved with ridges and joined by lower struts, the wood finished reddish brown with a high polish accentuating the wood grain on the upper surface; the rectangular box with a hinged cover and applied with brass corners, strapping, and lock plate
13 X 18 3/4 x 9 3/4in (33 x 47.6 x 2.7cm), table; 5 1/2 x 19 1/2 x 5 3/4in (13.9 x 49.5 x 14.6cm), box