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Wheel Tansu Chest

Offered by: Naga Antiques

Description
Japanese karuma tansu (wheeled storage chest), upper portion of chest has large open compartment covered by sliding panels with horizontal slats, lower portion has 2 drawers. All with wonderful original iron hardware. (Old locks are not reliable and should be left open). These were used to store belongings and the wheels made them easy to move.

More Information

Origin:	Japan
Period:	19th Century
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	LB127
Incollect Reference #:	736205

Dimensions

W.	35.25 in;	H.	33 in;	D.	16.75 in;
W.	89.54 cm;	H.	83.82 cm;	D.	42.55 cm;

Message from Seller:

Naga Antiques celebrates 45 years as a leading source of fine Asian antiques, specializing in Japanese screens, bronzes, ceramics, porcelains, fine lacquer objects, sculpture, and furniture. Our inventory of over 300 Japanese screens ranges from the 16th century to the 20th century. Our gallery also features Art Deco, American Modern, Continental, and Biedermeier furniture and assorted objects