Antique Japanese auxiliary cedar ko-dansu, Meiji period (circa 1870-1900) #48

Antique Japanese auxiliary furniture in cedar ko-dansu, Meiji period (circa 1870-1900) Dimensions: Length: 53 cm Depth: 36 cm Height: 36 cm. Style: Meiji. Materials and techniques: Sugi wood (Japanese cedar) and wrought iron fittings. Place of origin: Japan. Period: Late Edo period / Meiji. Date of manufacture: Circa 1870-1900. Condition: Good. Wear corresponds to age and use. Antique Japanese chest of drawers from the Meiji period (circa 1870-1900), made of sugi wood (Japanese cedar) with original wrought iron fittings. The original handwritten labels in Japanese indicate a professional inventory, reflecting actual use in a workshop or business during the Meiji period. This piece, known as ko-dansu, was traditionally used for storing documents, personal utensils, or household items. Its compact format and functionality reflect the Japanese aesthetic of the 19th century, where simplicity and order were essential. The surface retains its original patina, with marks of natural wear and labels in ancient Japanese characters for historical authenticity. The regular wear gives a unique wabi-sabi character that is appreciated in contemporary decor. Antique Japanese auxiliary furniture in cedar ko-dansu, Meiji period (circa 1870-1900) Dimensions: Length: 53 cm Depth: 36 cm Height: 36 cm. Style: Meiji. Materials and techniques: Sugi wood (Japanese cedar) and wrought iron fittings. Place of origin: Japan. Period: Late Edo period / Meiji. Date of manufacture: Circa 1870-1900. Condition: Good. Wear corresponds to age and use. Antique Japanese chest of drawers from the Meiji period (circa 1870-1900), made of sugi wood (Japanese cedar) with original wrought iron fittings. UNIQUE PIECE.