Vintage Japanese Ko Tansu Chest (23F-G20)

This is a vintage Japanese personal storage chest called Ko Tansu from Taisho period (1910's-1920's).

It was used to store letters, documents, books and other items for daily use. Made of 100% Paulownia wood (Kirinoki), the bronze fittings were all hand made.

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

26 1/4"W x 14 1/4"D x 27 1/4"H