Bandaji
Limewood, brass fittings
H. 41-1/2 x W. 35-1/2 x D. 17-1/2 inches
The Edward Reynolds Wright Collection

The bandaji was the most widely used type of chest. It was a common piece in the Korean house, most Korean families had at least one. The bandaji is characterized by a front door that opens downward. This allowed for access to items in the chest while other items could be stacked on top. Most bandaji were used to store clothes although some were used to hold books and manuscripts.