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Original Japanese choba tansu (merchant’s chest) crafted from sugi wood (Japanese ceder) with hand-forged iron hardware. This functional piece features a striking symmetrical layout with two sliding doors, multiple drawers of varying sizes, and a locking safe compartment (kura-dansu style) in the lower right corner—traditionally used to store currency or important documents.
Sliding doors are fitted with circular finger grips, and one drawer retains the original iron key with decorative tassel. The chest is a fine example of traditional Japanese joinery and design, blending utility with craftsmanship. Excellent as a functional storage unit or a focal display piece.
Age: Meiji period 1868 - 1912
Dimensions: 33 1/2" x 33" 1/2 x 12 3/4" deep
Sliding doors are fitted with circular finger grips, and one drawer retains the original iron key with decorative tassel. The chest is a fine example of traditional Japanese joinery and design, blending utility with craftsmanship. Excellent as a functional storage unit or a focal display piece.
Age: Meiji period 1868 - 1912
Dimensions: 33 1/2" x 33" 1/2 x 12 3/4" deep
$1,800.00
item #1504230
