Rice Bin
Joseon dynasty, 19th Century
Height 98cm / Width 99.6cm / Depth 51.2cm
 
This rice bin was used to store various kinds of grains including rice, barley, peas and sesame seeds. There are many different sizes of bins. This is typically placed in the living room rather than pantry or storage room, making it more convenient to use. Pine wood is widely used for its good resistance to heavy loads and damage by rats and insects.