Antique Japanese Edo Era c1800 Sword Chest Katanadansu Kiri Wood 45"W Bamboo The three Dragons circling the

The three Dragons circling the Coin in front of a Zodiac circle carving is very well done

ISBN 9781565238862

creating a visually stunning centerpiece for your tea gatherings

decorates the well—an intimate detail appreciated during use

This is an antique Japanese late Edo Era (c

Antique Japanese Edo Era c1800 Sword Chest Katanadansu Kiri Wood 45"W Bamboo The three Dragons circling theThis is a rare Antique Japanese Katana dansu or Sword Chest. This chest was made in the Edo era c1800 of all kiri (paulownia) wood construction. Katanadansu were used to store precious samurai swords and related accessories. This tansu chest is made with pegged tenon open mortise corner box joint construction. This chest has all its 200+ year old deep rich patina. All drawers and doors move easily without binding. All hardware is hand forged iron with