Japanese Tansu Meiji Two-Piece Lacquer Drawer Chest, 1890s, Set of 2

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Beautiful traditional tansu with drawers from the Meiji period.

This chest has six drawers, all richly adorned with authentic metal … Read more Beautiful traditional tansu with drawers from the Meiji period.

This chest has six drawers, all richly adorned with authentic metal fittings, including handles and lock plates (without key).

The upper part of this tansu features lovely doors behind which four drawers are concealed. The sides are equipped with metal carrying handles, once used for easy transport.

Dimensions: height 90.5 cm, width 90 cm, depth 39 cm.

This Japanese tansu is an original interior piece, in its original condition, exuding history through its weathered appearance.

The chest of drawers shows signs of aging and no longer has a locking bar for the drawers. See less