Lacquered Japanese Kansai Isho Dansu - Meiji Era Material - Reclaimed Wood the mirror is the symbol

the mirror is the symbol of emptiness & pure consciousness reflecting all objects impartially

combined with the understated elegance of the brass detailing

5 x 113 cms

Such a beautiful piece of furniture that would look fabulous in a bedroom or sitting room

sizes and colours may vary slightly from those shown as each one is unique and has its own character

Lacquered Japanese Kansai Isho Dansu - Meiji Era Material - Reclaimed Wood the mirror is the symbolThis antique Japanese Isho Dansu chest dates from the Meiji Era (1868 1926) and would have been used for clothing storage. This style of tansu is called Kansai, referring to the regions of Osaka and Kyoto which were both wealthy mercantile hubs. The drawer faces are constructed from the less common kuri (chestnut) wood. Chestnut has a beautiful grain and is often used as an alternative to the more expensive keyaki wood. The drawers and frame are sugi