Small Japanese Chest of Drawers, 1890s

Description

Low Japanese cabinet with sliding doors from the Meiji period.

Dimensions: height 19 cm, width 87.5 cm, depth 29 cm. … more Low Japanese cabinet with sliding doors from the Meiji period.

Dimensions: height 19 cm, width 87.5 cm, depth 29 cm.

The interior of this cabinet is divided with convenient shelves.

This traditional low tansu has developed a beautiful, warm patina over the years, with signs of age that reflect its history. Due to its low height, it is ideal as a unique display piece for plants, ceramics, or other art objects. An authentic tansu that adds a serene, Japanese touch to any stylish interior.

Ko-dansu were traditionally used to store personal belongings and were often placed on the floor or on raised platforms, fitting seamlessly into the compact living spaces of Japanese households. less