An antique Japanese Isho Tansu (Kimono chest) made of Kiri (Paulownia) wood. All original hand forged iron hardware and wiped lacquer finish. Comprised of 4 large drawers and a hinged security door housing 2 small drawers where valuables were hidden. A trick secret box was hidden behind the bottom small drawer with access by removing the bottom large drawer and reaching behind the small drawer.
Age: Meiji Era (1880-1890)
Dimensions: 35 1/2" Wide by 38 5/8" High by 17 7/8" Deep
Antique Japanese Tansu Chest Isho Kiri Meiji & Trick Secret Box
$1,450.00
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