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tactile patina that speaks to decades of honest use
The rich surface patina and subtle irregularities of the casting reflect the handmade nature of the piece and the enduring skill of the Dhokra artisans who created it
This Japanese choba dansu (or cho dansu) merchant chest dates from the Taishō Era (1912 - 1926) and is made in the Osaka style
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Japanese Choba Dansu From Gifu - Meiji Period Takhat Tables tactile patina that speaks toThis Japanese choba dansu (or cho dansu) merchant chest dates from the Meji Period (1868 1912), likely 1880 1900. Choba dansu were used by merchants in shops for storing ledgers, money, and seals. This style of tansu is from the Gifu region of Japan. The slatted horizontal sides and sliding doors are traditional to the Gifu region. This tansu is constructed with hinoki wood (cedar) with sugi (cryptomeria) door, side & top panels. It has plenty of
