Red Painted Japanese Choba Dansu - Taishō Period Necklaces and patina that give it

and patina that give it exceptional depth and character

It is a unique piece of art and a wonderful addition to a collection

the right hand positioned in Varada Mudra expressing compassion and the left hand in Karana mudra to warn of evil

This piece is made from an old farmhouse grain store

Red Painted Japanese Choba Dansu - Taishō Period Necklaces and patina that give itThis is a Japanese choba dansu is unusual as it is rare to find red painted Japanese antique furniture. Originally a merchants chest it has multiple compartments, drawers & sliding doors. Light, but well made, this Japanese tansu has its original black painted iron fittings. Made in traditional style of 2 parts with 7 drawers & sliding doors top & bottom. 3 further drawers behind bottom sliding panels. Although this could be older, we believe this