Japanese Isho Kasane Dansu Chest - Taisho Era
This Japanese tansu chest dates to theĀ Taisho Era (1912 - 1926) and is made in the Tokyo style which became the norm for Japanese tansu in the 20th century. Kasane dansu is the term used for stacking chests - these chests separate into two parts. Isho tansu chests are specifically used for storing clothes.Ā It was common for Japanese homes to have a summer clothing chest & winter clothing chest. The carrying handles allowed these chests to be stored in outhouses when not in use.
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This tansu is made in the traditional way and would likely have been crafted by three specialists, a lacquer worker, a carpenter, and an ironworker. Whilst most tansu are constructed from mixed woods, this piece unusually is constructed entirely from cryptomeria wood (Japanese cedar) called sugi in Japan.Ā
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The drawer pulls are warabite (bracken) style and the black painted iron hardware is original.Ā
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Japanese Isho Kasane Dansu Chest - Taisho Era
This Japanese tansu chest dates to theĀ Taisho Era (1912 - 1926) and is made in the Tokyo style which became the norm for Japanese tansu in the 20th century. Kasane dansu is the term used for stacking chests - these chests separate into two parts. Isho tansu chests are specifically used for storing clothes.Ā It was common for Japanese homes to have a summer clothing chest & winter clothing chest. The carrying handles allowed these chests to be stored in outhouses when not in use.
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This tansu is made in the traditional way and would likely have been crafted by three specialists, a lacquer worker, a carpenter, and an ironworker. Whilst most tansu are constructed from mixed woods, this piece unusually is constructed entirely from cryptomeria wood (Japanese cedar) called sugi in Japan.Ā
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The drawer pulls are warabite (bracken) style and the black painted iron hardware is original.Ā
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From Japan
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£40
More delivery options available at checkout
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This Japanese tansu chest dates to theĀ Taisho Era (1912 - 1926) and is made in the Tokyo style which became the norm for Japanese tansu in the 20th century. Kasane dansu is the term used for stacking chests - these chests separate into two parts. Isho tansu chests are specifically used for storing clothes.Ā It was common for Japanese homes to have a summer clothing chest & winter clothing chest. The carrying handles allowed these chests to be stored in outhouses when not in use.
Ā
This tansu is made in the traditional way and would likely have been crafted by three specialists, a lacquer worker, a carpenter, and an ironworker. Whilst most tansu are constructed from mixed woods, this piece unusually is constructed entirely from cryptomeria wood (Japanese cedar) called sugi in Japan.Ā
Ā
The drawer pulls are warabite (bracken) style and the black painted iron hardware is original.Ā
Ā
Ā
From Japan
UK Delivery Charge - except Highlands & Islands Ā£40
More delivery options available at checkout
