Vintage Japanese Kodansu Personal Chest c1930's Kamakurabori Style Bamboo 8"W Cloisonne It measures 11" tall by

It measures 11" tall by 4 3/4" in diameter

Characterized by his cheerful

Length: approx

while the mountings reflect Edo-period cultural taste in symbolic ornament

The kiri (paulownia) wood handle may be original and shows the decades of wear and beetle damage - lots of character

Vintage Japanese Kodansu Personal Chest c1930's Kamakurabori Style Bamboo 8"W Cloisonne It measures 11" tall byKamakurabori () is a traditional Japanese woodcarving technique that originated during the Kamakura period (11851333), influenced by Chinese carved lacquerware. Artisans carve intricate relief designsoften floral motifs, dragons, or Buddhist imageryinto katsura or ho wood, then apply multiple layers of urushi lacquer in deep red, black, or brown, creating a rich, glossy finish. Over time, the lacquer develops a unique patina, enhancing the depth of