An antique Japanese 2 section Gifu Choba (Merchant ) Tansu made of Keyaki (Zelkova) and Quarter Sawn Hinoki (Cypress) woods. All original hand forged iron hardware and a beautiful age acquired patina. Unique and rare visual striations in the frame intentionally produced by the quarter sawn cut of the wood. Upper section has a pair of sliding doors behind which is a spacious storage area with two side by side drawers below. The lower section has another pair of sliding doors with four larger drawers and a security door behind which three small drawers were used to store valuables. Each side has horizontal slats used for cabinetry strength and visual design.

Meiji Period (18880-1890)

Dimensions: 38 1/4" Wide by 61 1/2" High by 16 5/8" Deep