Antique Japanese Choba Tansu / Merchant Chest

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Antique Japanese merchant chest (Choba Tansu) featuring nine drawers and a pair of small sliding doors, accented with hand made … Read more Antique Japanese merchant chest (Choba Tansu) featuring nine drawers and a pair of small sliding doors, accented with hand made iron hardware. Made from cedar with zelkova (elm) used as an accent wood on the drawer fronts and doors. This style of tansu was used by merchants in their shops, decorated to impress their customers and to hold important documents. Whether used as a statement piece or focal point in your home, this exceptional tansu is a testament to the artistry and utility of Japanese design.
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