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Japanese Sado Island Funa-Dansu Ship Tansu

Japanese Sado Island Funa-Dansu Ship Tansu - TP2J261

Jtansu Price: $12,995.00

Magnificent Japanese Sado Island funa-dansu ship tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used by merchants to safeguard important valuables while traveling at sea. Many of these chests were so well made, they were rumored to be water-tight in case the ship encountered trouble. This heavyweight keyaki (zelkova) wood piece is an outstanding example showing the abundant metalwork often associated with this type of tansu. Very good condition. Dimensions: 19" high, 21.5" wide, 17" deep.

Japanese Funa Dansu, Ship Tansu - TP2J262

Jtansu Price: $4,995.00

Outstanding Japanese funa-dansu ship tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used by merchants to safeguard important valuables while traveling at sea. Many of these chests were so well made, they were rumored to be water-tight in case the ship encountered trouble. This kiri (paulownia) and cedar piece is a lovely example showing the substantial metalwork often associated with this type of tansu. Comes with working key. Very good condition. Dimensions: 17" high, 17.5" wide, 14.5" deep.

Japanese Keyaki Safe - Funa Dansu Ship Tansu

Japanese Keyaki Wood Safe or Funa Dansu Ship Tansu - TP2J264

Jtansu Price: $9,995.00

Impressive Japanese merchant safe or funa-dansu ship tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally used to safeguard important valuables while traveling at sea. Many of these chests were so well made, they were rumored to be water-tight in case the ship encountered trouble. This heavyweight keyaki (zelcova) wood piece is a lovely example showing the substantial metalwork often associated with this type of tansu and dramatic wood grain. Comes with working key and is inscribed on side panel. Very good condition. Dimensions: 22" high, 15" wide", 18" deep.

Japanese Gyosho Dansu Peddler’s Tansu, Edo

Japanese Gyosho Dansu Peddler’s Tansu, Edo - TP2J265

Jtansu Price: $3,995.00

Rare Japanese peddler’s tansu or gyosho bako (peddler’s box), late Edo period, c. 1800-1860. Traditionally strapped and carried on the back of traveling merchant. Crafted of Japanese cedar (cryptomeria) wood. Handsome and sturdy, heavyweight iron hardware. An exceptional find! Very good condition. Dimensions: 24" high, 12" wide, 22" deep.

Japanese Peddler’s Chest Tansu, Gyosho Bako

Japanese Peddler’s Chest Tansu, Gyosho Bako - TP2J266

Jtansu Price: $3,995.00

Charming, stout, old Japanese peddler’s chest with family crest or mon, gyosho bako, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally strapped and carried on the back of traveling merchant. Crafted of Japanese kiri (paulownia) wood. Features black mon (crest) against rich, red lacquer with age-old patina. An exceptional and rare find! Very good condition. Dimensions: 24" high, 12" wide, 22" deep.

Japanese Peddler’s Tansu, Gyosho Bako - TP2J267

Jtansu Price: $3,995.00

Dramatic, old Japanese peddler’s chest, gyosho bako, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally strapped and carried on the back of traveling merchant. Attractive, tall, narrow form. Sturdy cedar and kiri (paulownia) wood. Rich, red lacquer and age-old patina. An exceptional and rare find! Very good condition. Dimensions: 41" high, 13" wide, 18" deep.

Japanese Naga Mouchi Lacquer Trunk - TPXJL142

Jtansu Price: $3,295.00

Outstanding, large Japanese Naga Mouchi lacquer kiri wood trunk, late Edo period, c. 1800-1860. Deep red lacquer finish with black lacquer border. Dramatic lockplate with large iron handles on two sides. Perfect at the foot of a bed or as an eye-catching display piece. Very good condition with appealing age-old distress. Obviously a much loved and well utilized piece! Dimensions: 27” high, 52” wide, 25” deep.

Japanese Trunk, Lacquer Naga Mouchi - TPXJL143

Jtansu Price: $2,495.00

Wonderful Japanese Naga Mouchi lacquer kiri wood trunk, late Edo period, c. 1800-1860. Deep red lacquer finish with black lacquer border. Great lockplate in the shape of Daikoku’s treasure bag. Spacious storage area. Perfect at the foot of a bed or as an eye-catching display piece. Very good condition with appealing age-old distress. Obviously a much loved and well utilized piece! Dimensions: 23” high, 34” wide, 15” deep.

Japanese Lacquer Trunk, Naga Mouchi - TPXJL145

Jtansu Price: $3,595.00

Superb Japanese lacquer Naga Mouchi cedar wood trunk, late Edo period, c. 1800-1860. Deep red lacquer finish. Great lockplate with further iron fittings on drawer and base and along edges. Perfect at the foot of a bed or as an eye-catching display piece. Very good condition with appealing age-old distress. Obviously a much loved and well utilized piece! Dimensions: 19” high, 35” wide, 19.5” deep.

Korean Bandaji, Blanket Storage Chest - TP9M827

Jtansu Price: $1,795.00

Great Korean bandaji or blanket storage chest, 19th century, Chosun period. From the area of North Korea. Rich, dark finish, dramatic original iron hardware. Very good condition. Dimensions: 22.5” high, 29” wide, 17” deep.