Antique Japanese Edo Tansu Ko-Dansu Chest

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Antique Japanese keyaki wood Ko-dansu – Late Edo / Meiji Period (c. 1850-1880)

Dimensions: Length: 46 cm Depth: 25 cm … Read more Antique Japanese keyaki wood Ko-dansu – Late Edo / Meiji Period (c. 1850-1880)

Dimensions: Length: 46 cm Depth: 25 cm Height: 55 cmStyle: JapaneseMaterials and techniques: Keyaki (Japanese Zelkova), sugi (Japanese cedar), wrought iron.Place of origin: JapanEpoch: Late Edo / Meiji periodDate of manufacture: Circa 1850-1880

Condition: Good. Wear commensurate with age and use.

Authentic Japanese ko-dansu of small format, made in Japan in the middle of the XIX century.This type of furniture was used in domestic and commercial contexts for the storage of documents, money or small valuables.The cabinet has a traditional structure with multiple drawers multiple drawers of different sizesmade with Japanese craftsmanship techniques, without modern industrial elements.The fronts are made of keyaki wood (Japanese Zelkova), prized for its strength, expressive grain and the deep patina it develops over time, appreciated for its resistance, its expressive grain and the deep patina it develops over time.The structure and the interior are made of light Japanese wood, probably sugi (Japanese cedar).The wrought iron fittings are original from the period, with simple and functional rings, preserving a natural patina consistent with the antiquity of the furniture.The state of conservation is optimal, except for the characteristic imperfections of any antique produced by the passage of time.Give a point of originality to your home with a unique piece, which merges with the contemporary style bringing personality to your home. This small antique Japanese filing cabinet can be combined with any of our trunks or with our available antique coffee tables. See less