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Comb Box

unknownThe close of Joseon

Gyeonggi Province Museum

Gyeonggi Province Museum
Yongin-si, South Korea

This traditional toiletry case called bitjeop (comb box) was used to store articles for hair grooming such as a comb, a comb cleaner, a hair parter, and a hairpin. It only consists of drawers, distinguishing it from a gyeongdae (mirror stand) and other boxes which contain more cosmetic items such as a hand mirror, oil, and powder. Traditionally regarded as an essential wedding gift for brides, this particular item contains three tiers of drawers complete with handles and a lacquered surface.

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  • Title: Comb Box
  • Creator: unknown
  • Date: The close of Joseon
  • Provenance: Gyeonggi Provincial Museum
  • Type: Furniture
Gyeonggi Province Museum

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