Antique Japanese Isho-Tansu Clothing Chest Taisho c1920’s 57”H Kiri Wood Bronze which is also a symbol

which is also a symbol of longevity in Japanese and Chinese culture

In true Sendai style this tansu is beautifully decorated with each of the lock plates done in a different motif

signature 三造 with red artist's seal

This allows it to have a thinner blade that cuts more efficiently and leaves a narrower kerf (cut width)

Width = 9"

Antique Japanese Isho-Tansu Clothing Chest Taisho c1920’s 57”H Kiri Wood Bronze which is also a symbolThis in an antique Japanese Taisho era c. 1920's three piece clothing chest or Ishodansu. Designed originally for kimono, obi and accessories. In all there are 7 drawers in two sizes, one cabinet with sliding doors. Made of Kiri wood (paulownia) on the face and exterior case is made with sugi (Japanese cedar) on the interior. Please contact us for details on shipping this tansu in three parts. Approximate cost may be about 3x the calculated amount.