Description

A rare antique Sado Island Funa Tansu (captain’s chest) made of Keyaki (Zelkova) and Kirinoki (Paulownia) woods. All original Urushi lacquer and hand forged hand made iron hardware including the Kakute style handles. Featuring various good luck motifs including the treasure bag, the radish, the pine tree, the bamboo, the plum blossom and the Chrysanthemum. The front has a top drawer, a hinged door and a secret sliding door. Behind the sliding door are two drawers, each with a secret box behind. Originally used on a Japanese ship and kept in the captain’s quarters where the ship’s valuables were stored.

Age: Edo Period (1750-1800)>

Dimensions: 21 3/4″ Wide by 18 1/2″ High by 17 1/2″ Deep