Antique Japanese Box — Wood (SKU: 25S-461) - 1

Antique Japanese Wood Funa Tansu — Wood, 1910, Meiji Era (SKU: 25S-461)

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25S-461
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Dimensions: 10"W x 17"D x 12"H
Ship From Location: Berkeley, California

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Antique Japanese Funa Tansu, Kiri Wood, Meiji Era (SKU 25S-461)

This authentic Japanese Funa Tansu (ship chest), crafted from kiri wood, represents the practical ingenuity of Edo and Meiji period maritime trade. Traditionally used aboard merchant vessels, these compact chests served as portable safes for storing money, documents, and other valuables during sea voyages.

This particular piece showcases a simpler, more rustic design compared to the more elaborate hardwood versions adorned with heavy ironwork. Its understated aesthetic emphasizes functionality and craftsmanship, with clean lines, durable iron fittings, and a warm natural wood tone that has gracefully aged over time.

A fine example of Japanese maritime history, this Funa Tansu captures the spirit of practicality and quiet elegance that defines traditional Japanese design.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Meiji
  • Material: Kiri Wood
  • Use: Storage/Decorative
  • Features: Distinctive kanaga hardware, two drawers
  • Dimensions: 10"W x 17"D x 12"H
  • Condition: Excellent

Bring home a piece of history with this remarkable antique wood box.

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 age.

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size:
10"W x 17"D x 12"H