Japanese Black Lacquer Isho Kasane Dansu From Tsuruoka - Meiji Period Material - Iron The pillars are carved with

The pillars are carved with peacocks and flowing floral patterns

often distinguished by their refined carving and solid teak construction

see India: Village

Features: Carved Wooden Stand

Japanese Black Lacquer Isho Kasane Dansu From Tsuruoka - Meiji Period Material - Iron The pillars are carved withThis striking antique Japanese Dansu chest is finished in black lacquer. It is a isho kasane dansu. Kasane is a 'chest on chest' and isho refers to its primary function as a clothing chest. This style of black lacquer tansu was found in both Tsuruoka & Sakata towns of Yamagata. Sakata ironwork was flat and thick whereas Tsuruoka specialised in repouss (raised metalwork). This chest dates to the late 19th century in the Meiji period (1868 1912) and is