An antique Japanese 2 section Nihon Matsu Kasane (stacking) Tansu made of Keyaki (Zelkova) and Suginoki (Cryptomeria) woods. Original natural Urushi lacquer finish. Hand forged iron hardware with lock plates that feature a quarter moon with a butterfly and Chrysanthemum knobs, Warabite handles with upper Pine tree and lower Plum Blossom Atari, and side handles on both sections. Constructed using Japanese straight dovetail joinery and hardened wooden nails.

The Nihon Matsu Tansu is popular due to its massive textile and clothes storage drawers as well as its beauty and elegance. There is no wasted space between the drawers or its surrounding strong housing.

Dimensions: 46 1/2" High by 47 3/4" Wide by 17 1/2" Deep

Age: Meiji Era (1880-1890)