An antique Japanese 2 section Gifu Choba Tansu (merchant chest) made of Hinoki (Cypress) and Suginoki (Cryptomeria) woods. Uncommon and rare small size. The sides feature horizontal cross ribs for added strength and durability. Its construction included mortise and tenon as well as through mortise and tenon joinery. Behind the two sets of sliding doors are storage areas originally used to keep business store records and ledgers. 7 drawers total with two additional drawers behind the hinged door.

Age: Meiji period (1868-1912)

Dimensions: Overall 32 1/2" Wide x 55 3/4" High x 14 3/4" Deep. Top section height 21" - Bottom section height 34 3/4".