Description

An antique Japanese Kimono Tansu made fo Keyaki (Zelkova) and Hinoki (Cypress) woods. Urushi lacquer accentuates the beautiful wood grain. Unusual rare deep design that was specially custom commissioned to be made by a tansu maker. Three large drawers with a security hinged door featuring a dragon motif that hides two small drawers for valuables as well as a secret hiding box. All original hand forged iron hardware with construction using straight dovetail Japanese joinery and hardened wooden nails.

This chest would make an elegant side table or room accent in any home decor.

Age: Early Meiji Period (1870-1880)

Dimensions: 34 3/4″ Wide by 23 1/4″ High by 22 3/4″ Deep