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Japanese two-section todana storage tansu, dating to the Meiji period, constructed from keyaki (zelkova) and sugi (cedar) woods with a rich reddish-brown finish. This form of cabinet was traditionally used for storage in merchant houses and samurai residences, offering both functional organization and an elegant presence.
The tansu is divided into two stacking sections for ease of transport, each fitted with large sliding panel doors that conceal generous interior compartments. Rows of drawers line the center and base, each fitted with original iron warabite-style handles, allowing for secure storage of documents, textiles, and household goods. The deep grain of the keyaki fronts creates a striking visual texture, enhanced by the warm patina of age.
Todana tansu such as this were often positioned in storerooms or shops to organize goods, but their scale and craftsmanship also made them prized fixtures in the home. This example embodies the Meiji-era balance of utility and artistry, its clean lines and natural finish emphasizing both strength and refinement.
Age: Meiji period 1868 - 1912
Dimensions: 62" high x 68" wide x 20" deep
The tansu is divided into two stacking sections for ease of transport, each fitted with large sliding panel doors that conceal generous interior compartments. Rows of drawers line the center and base, each fitted with original iron warabite-style handles, allowing for secure storage of documents, textiles, and household goods. The deep grain of the keyaki fronts creates a striking visual texture, enhanced by the warm patina of age.
Todana tansu such as this were often positioned in storerooms or shops to organize goods, but their scale and craftsmanship also made them prized fixtures in the home. This example embodies the Meiji-era balance of utility and artistry, its clean lines and natural finish emphasizing both strength and refinement.
Age: Meiji period 1868 - 1912
Dimensions: 62" high x 68" wide x 20" deep
$3,450.00
item #1509133
