Natural 2-Section Japanese Kannon Biraki tansu
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Directory: Antiques: Furnishings: Pre 1900: Item # 1443211
Directory: Antiques: Furnishings: Pre 1900: Item # 1443211
Zentner Collection
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5757 Horton Street
Emeryville, CA 94608
510.653.5181
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5757 Horton Street
Emeryville, CA 94608
510.653.5181
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$1,600.00
A Meiji Period (1868 - 1912) Japanese Kannon Biraki Tansu (Wedding Kimono Chest) made of beautiful aged Kiri (Paulownia) and Suginoki (Cryptomeria) wood. The top section has two hinged doors with a special lock from the inside that secures the inside of the door.
When open the doors reveal two large drawers where the bride's kimono were stored. The bottom section has two large drawers and a hinged door that hides two small drawers where valuable hair ornaments and other treasures were kept.
Hand forged iron hardware
Age: Meiji Period (circa 1880-1890)
Dimensions: 41" high x 34 3/4" wide x 16" deep
When open the doors reveal two large drawers where the bride's kimono were stored. The bottom section has two large drawers and a hinged door that hides two small drawers where valuable hair ornaments and other treasures were kept.
Hand forged iron hardware
Age: Meiji Period (circa 1880-1890)
Dimensions: 41" high x 34 3/4" wide x 16" deep
