Antique Japanese Small Chest — Kirinoki, 1880, Meiji Era (SKU: 25M-G308)

Antique Japanese Small Chest — Kirinoki, 1880, Meiji Era (SKU: 25M-G308)

SKU:
25M-G308
$1,100.00
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Antique Japanese Small Chest — 1880s, Meiji Era (SKU: 25M-G308)
The Merchant’s Companion: Sturdy, Storied, and Full of Life

A relic of entrepreneurial spirit, this kodansu (small tansu chest) likely served as a merchant’s traveling cabinet, built to withstand time and travel. The asymmetrical drawer layout and iron fittings are characteristic of Meiji-era utility, blending resilience with a touch of artistry.

Its rich patina tells a story of countless hands pulling drawers open for ink brushes, coins, or ledgers. This piece thrives today as a conversation-starting side table or a compact storage cabinet for modern treasures.

  • Origin: Japan

  • Era: Meiji (1880s)

  • Material: kirinoki (paulownia) with iron fittings

  • Use: Merchant chest, general-purpose storage

  • Features: Eleven small drawers, sliding cabinet doors, original iron hardware

  • Dimensions: --

  • Condition: Very good antique condition with beautiful aging and patina

Let it be a reminder of craftsmanship born from purpose, and a world once carried in a chest.