Antique Japanese Choba Tansu 2 Section (22S-E3)

Antique Japanese Choba Tansu 2 Section (22S-E3)

SKU:
22S-E3
$2,800.00
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Ship From Location: Berkeley, California
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This is an authentic antique Japanese 2 section merchant chest called Choba Tansu.  It was made using Cypress (Hinoki) and Cryptomeria (Suginoki) woods and its age is from the 1880's to 1890's (mid Meiji era).

The Choba Tansu was used by merchants and was traditionally displayed prominently in shops to impress customers. These chests display elaborate metal hardware that is meant to make it look important and catch the eye of the customer.

This tansu has unique opening space on upper section so you can showcase your collectible items.

38"W x 17"D x 66 3/4"H