ANTIQUE JAPANESE LATE EDO (c1850) NAGOYA KIRI KO-DANSU PERSONAL TANSU 30"W ~

Description

This is a rare
Nagoya Kiri Bo-dansu
for documents. This
Edo
era
piece dates from the early to mid 1800's . Used for storing documents, money and other precious items it is made throughout of solid
Kiri
wood (cryptomeria). The hardware
make them very highly regarded all over Japan for the quality workmanship and intricate details.
The
ishodansu
or kimono chest was a special piece used to store one's most valued kimono as well as money, documents and other precious items.
There are numerous lock plates but the locks have over time become inoperable and no key is necessary and no risk of getting locked out.
This tansu chest is made of solid
Kiri
wood (paulownia) with a natural finish. All the hardware is hand forged iron in a
Kakute
(square) shape with the burnt lacquer finish
.
This chest was well used and well loved and has a warm aged patina
.
It remains in
fine antique condition
and should serve well for another century or more of use.  It measures 30" wide by 26" high by 19" deep (76 x 66 x 48 cm) plus a bit more for the hardware.  A great piece of Japanese history and an interesting and
very solid and functional
piece of furniture.
The ten drawers are of various sizes and move easily without binding. The inside dimensions of top drawer is approximately 27" wide by 17" deep by 5.25" tall, the three medium drawers are 17.5" wide by 15.75" deep by 4.25" & 4.75" tall and the smaller drawer above the safe is about 8.25" wide by 16.75" deep and 4.25" tall.
You'll love it, I guarantee it
.........If you purchase this item and are not completely delighted with it, you may return it for a no questions asked refund within 30 days of receipt.
Shoguns
and the
Shogun's Gallery of Portland, Oregon
have been in the Japanese antique business for over 40 years, and highly value our customers. Satisfaction Guarantee: All items are carefully described and photographed. If not completely delighted with any item it may be returned in original condition for refund of purchase price, less actual shipping cost. Most items listed are antiques, and as such may have an expected amount of wear from normal use. We do not sell items with major flaws without mentioning it in the listing. See photos and descriptions for condition. Returns must be shipped back within 30 days of receipt. Buyer assumes all shipping fees. If you have specific questions about the item or condition, please feel free to ask before bidding and we will make every effort to respond promptly. International buyers are responsible for any customs duties, taxes, etc. imposed by the buyer's home country.