Japanese Keyaki Cha Dansu Chest - Meiji Era Material - Cedar Wood The central doors open to

The central doors open to reveal a large interior space

a small area of the pith has historic damage which can be seen

instantly recognisable by his blue complexion

Construction: Three-legged with round seat and stretcher supports

Japanese Keyaki Cha Dansu Chest - Meiji Era Material - Cedar Wood The central doors open toThis Japanese cha dansu tea chest dates from the end of the Meiji Period (1868 1912). Tea chests were used for storing ceramics and other utensils used during the Japanese tea ceremonies. Tea tansu chests were made from fine wood and took pride of place in a Japanese home. The main panels are burr keyaki (burr red elm) and the frame is hinoki (cypress). The top is sugi wood (cryptomeria). This tansu chest can be dated to the end of the Meiji beginning