Japanese choba dansu - JF26008

Japanese Choba-Dansu (Merchant’s Chest), Meiji Period c.1910 A handsome Japanese shop storage chest (choba-dansu) from the Meiji period (c.1910), crafted from cypress wood and finished with iron hardware. Originally used by merchants to store documents, receipts, and valuables, this chest reflects both utility and refined craftsmanship. The warm timber tones and robust joinery exemplify traditional Japanese design — practical yet quietly elegant. Materials: Cypress with iron fittings Period: Meiji, c.1910 Dimensions: 91cm W x 40cm D x 95cm H