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Japanese Writing Box Tansu, Suzuribako - TC2J128
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Jtansu Price: $995.00
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Exceptional Japanese writing box tansu or suzuribako, Meiji period, c. 1868. A remarkable example of finely grained chestnut wood. Typically the top section would have held the ink stone and the drawers, brushes and accessories. Dynamic metalwork fixtures. Very good condition. Dimensions: 10” high, 9” wide, 13” deep.
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Japanese Document Tansu or Ko Dansu - TC2J1211
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Jtansu Price: $1,895.00
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Unique Japanese document chest tansu or ko dansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Sublime chest fashioned of warm, sturdy cypress wood. Attactive metalwork features hirute-style drawer pulls. Multiple drawers and a pair of cabinets for great storage options. A functional piece exhibiting traditional Japanese style and grace. Very good condition. Dimensions: 29” high, 32.25” wide, 12.75” deep.
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Japanese Petite Kitchen Tansu or Mizuya - TC2J1217
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Jtansu Price: $1,295.00
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Terrific Japanese ko dansu, small kitchen tansu, early 20th century. Traditionally used to store kitchen utensils and supplies. Fabulous subtle design. Dramatically grained keyaki (zelkova) wood construction. Abundant storage space in large cupboard and multiple drawers. A lovely work of kitchen tansu craftsmanship and a fine example of traditional charm. Very good condition. Dimensions: 36” high, 31.5” wide, 11.5” deep.
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Japanese Ko Dansu, Petite Tansu - TC1O2810
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Jtansu Price: $1,295.00
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Fine Japanese ko dansu, small tansu, could be used as kitchen, shoe, book or shrine tansu, early-mid 20th century. Fabulous varied design. Richly grained cedar wood. Eye-catching construction offers abundant storage space. A lovely work of tansu craftsmanship and a fine example of traditional charm that could be used to store a variety of items, including kitchen utensils, shoes, books or shrine. Very good condition. Dimensions: 30” high, 30.75” wide, 13.75” deep.
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Japanese Okidoko Tea Tansu, Keyaki - TJ1JL291
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Jtansu Price: $595.00
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Lovely Japanese okidoko tansu chest for the tea ceremony tokonoma alcove, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Richly grained keyaki (zelkova) wood with enchanting metalwork in the shape of fans. Wonderful for storage of tea accessories. Could also work as a petite getabako shoe storage chest and bench, or a unique platform for ikebana or hina doll display. Very good condition. Dimensions: 13” high, 34.5” wide, 12” deep.
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Japanese Kiri Sword Box or Katana Tansu - JP1JU33
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Jtansu Price: $1,295.00
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Rare Japanese sword box or tansu, katana dansu, fashioned of warm, lightweight kiri (paulownia) wood, late Edo period, c. 1800-1868. Traditionally used to store samurai swords after the Meiji government banned the carrying of weapons in public. Fine metalwork, a remarkable period piece, in very good condition. Dimensions: 7” high, 41” wide, 7.75” deep.
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Japanese Peddler’s Chest, Gyosho Bako - JP1J2622
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Jtansu Price: $3,995.00
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Rare, old Japanese peddler’s tansu or gyosho bako (peddler’s box), Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Traditionally strapped and carried on the back of traveling merchant. Crafted of Japanese cedar (cryptomeria) wood. Dramatic, heavyweight iron hardward. An exceptional find! Very good condition. Dimensions: 35” high, 11” wide, 16.5” 16.5”.
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Japanese Step Tansu, Small Kaidan Dansu - TG9MY823
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Jtansu Price: $1,495.00
Sale Price: $1,196.00
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Fine contemporary Japanese four-step, kaidan-dansu or step chest tansu. Fashioned wholly of richly grained, reclaimed elm. Simple, fine ironwork. The deep steps provide a beautiful platform for books, plants or display pieces. Practical size, strong yet graceful with varied and abundant storage space in drawers and cupboards. Very good condition. Dimensions: 35.5” high, 34” wide, 15” deep.
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Chinese Lacquer Elm Wood Side Cabinet - TOXS171
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Jtansu Price: $4,995.00
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Eye-catching Chinese lacquer side cabinet of elm wood, c. 1750. Originating in Shanxi province. Glossy red and black lacquer throughout, with bronze/brass fixtures. Very good condition. Dimensions: 33.5” x 29” x 22.25
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Japanese Peddler’s Chest or Trunk - JCXAG2425
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Jtansu Price: $995.00
Sale Price: $795.00
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Rare, old Japanese peddler’s chest or trunk, early 20th century. Traditionally strapped and carried on the back of traveling merchant. Dark olive weave, sturdy cypress wood frame with metal fixtures. Features red mon (crest) and inscription. An exceptional and rare find! Very good condition. Dimensions: 24” x 20.5” x 16”.
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Japanese Style Step Ladder - TJXJN49
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Jtansu Price: $395.00
Sale Price: $349.00
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Charming Japanese style step ladder, contemporary. A fantastic display piece with traditional practical use. Sturdy and attractive folding stairs for easy storage. A fine Mingei-style piece! Dimensions: 24” x 16” x 22”.
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Korean Bandaji, Blanket Storage Chest - TP9M827
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Jtansu Price: $1,795.00
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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.
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Japanese Money Box for Temple Donations - TP9M816
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Jtansu Price: $2,995.00
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Rare and remarkable Japanese keyaki (zelkova) wood money box for temple use, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Striking size and sturdy construction in a box that once held donations. Wonderfully well constructed with bold metalwork and dramatic calligraphy throughout. A splendid, difficult to find item. Great for the collector of Mingei folk craft. Very good condition. Dimensions: 18.5" high, 30" wide, 22" deep.
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