Late 19th Century Kuruma Tansu With Iron Fittings

Description

An impressive and highly detailed Kuruma (rolling) Tansu Chest in a variety of exotic wood species. Iron straps protect the … more An impressive and highly detailed Kuruma (rolling) Tansu Chest in a variety of exotic wood species. Iron straps protect the corners while elaborate locks protect all drawers and the door at the lower right section. Integrated Iron handles lift through the top for moving the piece. The top three drawers are secured with a lock bar, while the bottom drawer, door, and lower interior drawer inside the door all have their own, unique locks. The upper interior drawer at the lower right can be removed to reveal an additional hidden void. All mechanisms are functioning: simply lift the decorative floral latch to engage the lock. Four original and unique keys are included to unlock the four locking mechanisms. Below each handle is a discreet iron rest to prevent damage from the heavy hardware knocking against the drawer fronts.

The sides and back are all finished allowing this functional work of art to be freestanding if desired.

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