Japanese Shomon Dansu - Kiri Wood - Edo Period Chest of Drawers 156 x 16 x 284

156 x 16 x 284 (wxdxh cms)

the cabinet is fitted with a single shelf offering practical storage

and delicately shaped capitals—gives the piece a rich sense of history and texture

Carved Mango Wood Mirror Frame with Painted Finish - From Rajasthan - Glass supplied in India may have some minor imperfections or scratches

It is then decorated by hand before firing

Japanese Shomon Dansu - Kiri Wood - Edo Period Chest of Drawers 156 x 16 x 284This rare antique Japanese cabinet with drawers is very unusual and known as a Shomon Dansu. Shomon Dansu is a term given to Japanese deed or document chest Dansu with drawers behind doors. This piece dates to the Edo period (1603 1867AD) before Japan opened up to the world. The whole piece is made in kiri wood (pawlonia) and unusually, detailed information about its crafting are shown on the bottom of the cabinet. According to the writing on the