Contemporary Japanese large futon tansu, large sliders with vertical slats open to large compartments with 2 shelves on the right and 1 shelf on the left (divider in center for support), 3 large drawers along the bottom, iron hardware, elm wood.
Size: 47" high x 59" wide x 21 3/4" deep.
DESCRIPTION: An outstanding example of Japanese sensibilities regarding craftsmanship and natural form, this fabulous Japanese smoking tray (or basket) is fashioned from a beautifully gnarled and twisting section of burled root wood, the undulating shape forming a natural handle for carrying. The set comes complete with a haizara (ash container) of Takatori stoneware in the form of a miniature hibachi, the mottled brown body festooned by streamers of white glaze. Meiji/Taisho Period (appx. 18... Click for details
Japanese two-section Kansai area kiri (pawlonia) wood isho tansu (clothing chest) with black iron hardware and featuring sliding doors at the top with incised brass fittings, twelve drawers of assorted sizes, and a safe with two interior drawers. Each side has one large and three smaller carrying handles. Late 19th century. 62"H x 34 1/2"W x 15 1/4"D. Very good overall condition with a nice patina. There are minor flaws and there is a separation in the wood along each side.
A fine example of Osaka cabinetry, this large Japanese sho-dana (shelf tansu) crafted of karaki wood (rosewood) features drawer fronts and doors decorated in silver wire inlay. The double doors at the bottom left open to reveal a single horizontal shelf separating two equal sized shelf compartments. The sliding doors at the top open to a single storage commpartment. The two large drawers at the bottom provide additional storage space. Dates from the early 20th century. 50"H x 41 ¼”W x 14 ½”... Click for details
This rare and exceptional Japanese Mirror Chest of Japanese Ash and Elm with Hand Mirror of fine Persimmon and Gorgeous Brass Metalwork is from the collection of a renowned author on and collector of Asian art. The brass hinges are adorned with Chrysanthemums, the Japanese symbol of health, happiness and well-being. Truly a wonderful and rare piece. 14.25h x 9.75w x 9d inches, 36h x 25w x 23d cm. Excellent Condition.
The two fine and old haribako (Japanese Sewing Box) that we offer here on our site are likely the oldest ones you will see offered for sale. They come from the collection of a renowned author on and collector of Asian art. This lovely chest of paulownia and pine has the original hardware, original ruler, and original pincushion. 18.5h x 9d x 7.5w inches, 47h x 23d x 19w cm. Very Good Condition.
The two fine and old haribako (Japanese Sewing Box) that we offer here on our site are likely the oldest ones you will see offered for sale. They come from the collection of a renowned author on and collector of Asian art. This lovely chest of paulownia and pine has the original hardware, original ruler, and original pincushion. 20h x 9.5d x 8.25w inches, 50.5h x 24d x 21w cm. Very Good Condition.
Japanese carved ranma with design of carp jumping through waves, great detail and lovely movement, carved of hardwood with black lacquered wood frames.
Meiji Period (1868-1912).
Size: 13 1/2" high x 72 1/2" long x 1 1/2" deep.
Antique Japanese shop sign (kanban) advertising tabi socks, made of wood with black and gold lacquer, carved characters, figure in center of lucky god, Meiji Period (1868-1912).
Size: 18" high x 41" wide x 2" deep.
Antique Japanese merchant's box (chobako), made of very heavy solid keyaki (elm) wood with lovely dovetail joints on fame, original deep red-orange and black lacquer finish, iron hardware, Sakata area of Japan, Edo Period.
Size: 10 1/2" high x 22 1/2" wide x 13" deep.
