Antique Japanese Inlaid 'Exotic Wood' Tansu Storage Chest, Jewelry or Accessory Box

Description

A desirable Japanese cabinet with nine beautiful inlaid drawers (each is different), small metal pulls or handles, and silver plated … more A desirable Japanese cabinet with nine beautiful inlaid drawers (each is different), small metal pulls or handles, and silver plated & etched copper corner brackets of the highest quality. This feature alone sets this apart from other cabinets - this feature is only on pieces of the highest quality.
The handles were also once silver plated. The many and various iridescent woods used include black ebony.
Early Showa Era - 1920's--30s
A useful cabinet for jewellery, storing small items either in the bedroom, bathroom or possibly the office or the kitchen.
Listed by East2West Furniture, Florida. less