Large Japanese Meiji Kuruma Wheeled Tansu Chest Warabite Handles
item#: 1359725
price: SOLD
Large Japanese Meiji period kuruma (wheeled) tansu configured with seven drawers and a locking bar. The top drawer has embossed rectangular iron hardware in the form of a peacock. Warabite handles. 19th century. 47 3/4" long x 19 1/4" deep x 44 1/2" high. Very solid and in good, sturdy overall condition. The wheels are a bit stiff, but functional, and the original finish has only minor wear. There is a short cigarette burn on the edge of the top. From the Tucson, Arizona collection of a World War II veteran’s widow.