Japanese Shomon Dansu - Kiri Wood - Edo Period Chest of Drawers The tops are usually poorly

The tops are usually poorly worn

it can be repurposed as jewellery storage

This was used at festivals and on processional floats

Date: Late 20th century

Japanese Shomon Dansu - Kiri Wood - Edo Period Chest of Drawers The tops are usually poorlyThis rare antique Japanese cabinet with drawers is very unusual and known as a Shomon Dansu. Shomon Dansu is a term given to Japanese deed or document chest Dansu with drawers behind doors. This piece dates to the Edo period (1603 1867AD) before Japan opened up to the world. The whole piece is made in kiri wood (pawlonia) and unusually, detailed information about its crafting are shown on the bottom of the cabinet. According to the writing on the