Antique Japanese Small Ko Tansu Chest — KIrinoki, 1880, Meiji Era (SKU: 25M-G303) - 1

Antique Japanese Small Ko Tansu Chest — KIrinoki, 1880, Meiji Era (SKU: 25M-G303)

SKU:
25M-G303
$1,100.00
IMPORTED FROM JAPAN
Dimensions: 23 3/4 x 11 3/4”D x 16 3/4”H
Restoration & Inspection by: Natori
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Description

This is an antique Japanese personal storage chest called Ko Tansu from middle Meiji period (1880's-1890's). It was used to store letters, documents, books and other items for daily use.  

Made of 100% Paulownia wood (Kirinoki).

Contemporary uses for this piece include placement on a desk for additional office storage or using this as an elegant side table.

  • Origin: Japan

  • Era: 1880s, Meiji Period

  • Material: Kirinoki (Japanese Paulownia) with forged iron hardware

  • Color: Natural amber with matte black iron

  • Dimensions: 23 3/4 x 11 3/4”D x 16 3/4”H

  • Condition: Excellent antique condition; light wear consistent with age

A timeless heirloom for collectors, history enthusiasts, or anyone who cherishes the quiet nobility of old-world craftsmanship.

Metal stand is not included, can be custom ordered. 

As part of our mission to preserve and share Japanese craftsmanship, we offer antiques that were made not just to be admired, but to be used. These pieces were crafted for everyday life, and we honor their purpose by ensuring they can continue to be enjoyed and lived with today.

All vintage and antique items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and

Additional Information
size:
23 3/4 x 11 3/4”D x 16 3/4”H
inspector:
Natori