Zentner Collection: Antique Japanese Tansu, Asian Works of Art
An antique Japanese 2 section Kyoto Mizuya Tansu made of Keyaki (Zelkova) and HInoki (Cypress) woods. The upper and lower sections feature sliding doors behind which removable shelves allow for split level storage with 5 drawers for organizing small items. The small hinged door to the upper right features a secret sliding locking panel that opens and closes the door. Side horizontal ribs for additional strength and visual design. Mortise and tenon Japanese joinery was used in its construction. Original hand forged iron Hikute handles.

Age: Meiji Period (1890-1910)

Dimensions: 43 1/2" Wide by 66 5/8" High by 19 1/4" Deep
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item #1450705