DescriptionAntique Japanese small tansu chest featuring a single vertical iron locking bar securing six individual drawers of graduated sizes. The cabinet is constructed from quarter-sawn keyaki (Japanese elm), displaying dramatic swirling grain patterns across the drawer fronts and top panel—an especially desirable characteristic of well-selected keyaki.The chest retains its original warm stain finish, richly developed through age and use, with a deep patina that enhances the natural movement of the wood. It is fitted throughout with hand-forged iron hardware, including robust drawer pulls, corner fittings, and a boldly articulated locking mechanism, all exhibiting subtle hammer marks and irregularities consistent with traditional Japanese blacksmithing.Compact in scale yet visually powerful, this tansu exemplifies the balance of utility and craftsmanship that defines late 19th-century Japanese cabinetry. Its architectural presence, sculptural ironwork, and expressive grain make it an exceptional decorative and functional piece.Age: Late 1800’sDimensions: 28″ wide x 17″ high x 14 1/2″ deep
