Antique Japanese Edo Era c1800 Sword Chest Katanadansu Kiri Wood 45"W

This is a rare Antique Japanese Katana-dansu or Sword Chest. This chest was made in the Edo era c1800 of all kiri (paulownia) wood construction. Katanadansu were used to store precious samurai swords and related accessories.

This tansu chest is made with pegged-tenon open-mortise corner box joint construction. This chest has all its 200+ year old deep rich patina. All drawers and doors move easily without binding. All hardware is hand forged iron with Warabite style handles.  All locks are still operable with an included key. Forged iron side handles aid in transporting this chest even when fully loaded with possessions.

Length = 45.5" (115cm)

Height = 12" (30.5cm)

Depth = 12" (30.5cm)

We often have custom iron bases made for tansu such as this to bring it up to your preferred elevation. These take 3-6 week to have made and add around $350 to the over cost. Please inquire for details on order a custom solid iron stand to make this even more of a statement piece.