Antique Japanese Late Edo (c. 1850) Nagoya Kiri Kodansu Personal Tansu 30"W Text The now inked string is

The now inked string is pulled taught and snapped and reeled back in

The mirror is fully removable with the use of the old pre-industrial original wooden screws (see picture 9)

This stack of jubako boxes measures 9" (22

Despite their age they remain in good condition several of the stones may have very minor chips (see enlarged pictures to inspect

A beautiful example of samurai craftsmanship

Antique Japanese Late Edo (c. 1850) Nagoya Kiri Kodansu Personal Tansu 30"W Text The now inked string isThis is a rare Nagoya Kiri Bo dansu for documents. This piece dates from the early to mid 1800's . Used for storing documents, money and other precious items it is made throughout of solid wood (cryptomeria). The hardware make them very highly regarded all over Japan for the quality workmanship and intricate details. Kodansu chest was a special piece used to store one's most valued kimono as well as money, documents and other precious items. There are