Bo Choba Dansu From Japan Edo Period - 19th Century Material - Kiri Wood Hand-painted using fluid

Hand-painted using fluid

Sadly these buildings are beyond restoration having been subjected to years of decay

arranged symmetrically on either side of an intricately carved central feature

where they can be placed beside a sofa

Bo Choba Dansu From Japan Edo Period - 19th Century Material - Kiri Wood Hand-painted using fluidThis antique Japanese choba dansu is defined by its bo, the central locking bar that keeps the drawers secure. This chest is made predominantly from keyaki (red elm) and is unusually heavy for a tansu. Keyaki was prized for its deep colours and beautiful grain structure. This tansu chest retains the original iron hardware and urushi lacquer finish. The handles are made in the kakute squared style. The style of ironwork is from Mikuni town in Fukui and