This is a 2 section antique Japanese stacking chest called Kasane Isho Tansu from Middle Meiji period ( 1880's - 1890's). It is entirely made of Kiri (Paulownia) wood. The iron fittings were all hand made.
This tansu has a small compartment and drawer on top so it is easy to access instead of having a drawer typically on the bottom section.
Each section can be used separately for versatility or stacked together to save space and has carrying handles to easily move from place to place.
Originally used to store Japanese kimono, obi and accessories, its present day use works well for clothes storage in the bedroom or linen storage in the living room or dining room of a contemporary house.
42"W x 16 1/2"D x 36 3/4"H