Zentner Collection: Antique Japanese Tansu, Asian Works of Art
An antique Japanese stacking Gyosho Bako (peddler's box) made of Kiri (Paulownia) wood. All original hand forged iron fittings with replacement cord. Seven stacking trays with a bottom eighth section housing an additional tray for products and a drawer where store supplies and money were kept. Top cover would be turned over to use as a product demonstration tray. Each tray has a recessed bottom that secures it to the underside tray. Constructed with hardened wooden nails.

Age: Edo Period (1800-1850)

Dimensions: 11 1/4" wude by 27 3/4" High by 18 1/2" Deep
$1,450.00
item #1496776