Zentner Collection: Antique Japanese Tansu, Asian Works of Art
An antique Japanese Matsumoto Kimono Tansu made entirely of Kirinoki (Paulownia) wood. All original hand made iron fittings including stylized Mokko handles with unusual front drawer corner decorative plates. Each side has its main swivel carrying handles where a bamboo pole slipped through and two attendants on each side would easily transport this chest. The two lower hand handles would be used to position and place the tansu. Two small drawers hide behind the hinged door.

Age: Meiji period 1868-1912)

Dimensions: 35 1/2" Wide x 42 3/8" High x 16 5/8" Deep
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item #1417826