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Antique Japanese tall cha tansu with an open shelf for the display of seasonal and personal decor. The 2 sets of Keyaki (Zelkova)) burl wood front sliding panels and the beautiful wood grained Akita Sugi (Cryptomeria from Akita prefecture) sliding panels below highlight this attractive chest with Hinoki (Cypress) wood making up the frame and balance.
Most likely custom built and commissioned by a wealthy family making this an unusual and unique chest. Previous owner also requested to have 2 sliding doors made in the back bottom section for easy retrieval of stored items from behind the piece.
Age: Meiji Period (1890-1910)
Dimensions: 27 3/4" L x 15 1/2" D x 68" H
Most likely custom built and commissioned by a wealthy family making this an unusual and unique chest. Previous owner also requested to have 2 sliding doors made in the back bottom section for easy retrieval of stored items from behind the piece.
Age: Meiji Period (1890-1910)
Dimensions: 27 3/4" L x 15 1/2" D x 68" H
SOLD
item #1380128
