Antique Japanese Meiji Kiri Wood Kasane Isho Dansu Two-Section Tansu Chest of Drawers 37.5"H Plate Title: 錦絵 幕末明治の歴史 12 —

Title: 錦絵 幕末明治の歴史 12 — 日露戦争前後

pair of vases

likely served in a temple or ceremonial dining setting for offerings

No major breaks observed

Antique Japanese Meiji Kiri Wood Kasane Isho Dansu Two-Section Tansu Chest of Drawers 37.5"H Plate Title: 錦絵 幕末明治の歴史 12 —Meiji Kiri Wood Kasane Isho Dansu Two Section Tansu Chest of Drawers 37. 5"H Japan Meiji Period, c. 1880s1900s A clean and well proportioned two section kasane isho dansu constructed entirely in kiri (paulownia), the traditional wood of choice for clothing storage in the Japanese household. Each section carries two full width drawers fitted with Warabite pulls on large circular Kakute backplates a classic Meiji hardware pairing that balances utility