Antique Japanese Taisho Era (c1920’s) Chadansu Tea Tansu 9 Drawer 26"W Woodblock It shows flowers

It shows flowers

This tansu chest is made of solid wood (paulownia) with a natural finish

Forged iron side stirrup handles aid in transporting this chest even when fully loaded with possessions

Width = 12" with handles

Approx 5" x 7"

Antique Japanese Taisho Era (c1920’s) Chadansu Tea Tansu 9 Drawer 26"W Woodblock It shows flowersThis is an antique Japanese Taisho era (1912 1926) Chadansu (tea chest). Used for storing documents, money and other precious items it is made throughout of solid Kiri wood (paulownia). Chadansu chests were a special piece used to store one's most valued tea ceremony accessories. There are 9 drawers and 3 cabinets, with both sliding doors and a lift panel. Height = 30" Width = 26 Depth = 13" This chest was well used and well loved and has a warm aged