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Tall Early Meiji Period Japanese Tansu Cabinet Wabi Sabi

$7,920.77
£5,750
€6,774.99
CA$10,940.43
A$11,717.21
CHF 6,299.09
MX$142,312.34
NOK 79,592.07
SEK 72,872.46
DKK 50,621.53

About the Item

A tall heavily patinated cedar tansu with multiple drawers, sliding doors original iron hardware. Strong utilitarian design.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 50.79 in (129 cm)Width: 36.62 in (93 cm)Depth: 18.51 in (47 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cedar
  • Place of Origin:
    Japan
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    C.1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6535247511792

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