It remains in fine antique condition and should serve well for another century or more of use
consistent with careful storage
and grey-green goma (sesame ash) glaze deposits across the shouldered cylindrical form
Beautiful display object with sculptural presence
This traditional technique reached a level of extreme mastery in the Meiji era and involves adorning a metal base
Antique Japanese Taisho Era Isho Dansu Kiri Wood Three Section Clothing Tansu 58.5" Cricket Fighting It remains in fine antiqueThree section kiri wood isho dansu with sliding door upper section, double door cabinet mid section, and two full width drawers below, iron Warabite and Hirute hardware throughout Japan, Taisho Period, c. 1920s A three section kasane isho dansu () in 100% kiri (paulownia) construction the traditional wood of choice for clothing storage, prized for its light weight, resistance to moisture and insects, and naturally protective qualities for silk and