Antique Japanese 1pc Tansu Chest Taisho Era c1920's Ishodansu Kiri Wood 37"
Antique Japanese 1pc Tansu Chest Taisho Era c1920's Ishodansu Kiri Wood 37"
This Taisho era one piece clothing chest or Ishodansu was originally the top part of a three piece tansu. In all there are 3 drawers and a cabinet with sliding doors. Half of the interior cabinet is spanned by a shelf. Bronze hardware pulls with Crane & Turtle motif lock plates.
Custom iron base is about 7" high and brings the piece up to a convenient 27". Locally made by a welding artist that we have worked with for over 20 years. Legs have a subtle but elegant flare.
Taisho era, c1920's
Kiri case and interior (Paulownia)
37" x 18" x 16.5" (width x height x depth)
Note that other items shown in the photos are not included in the purchase of this tansu.