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Korean Two-Pieces Tansu, Elm Wood

About the Item

This 19th century Tansu is composed by two overlapping parts. The front has one small door at the center with half-face hinge; the lock can be opened by a key. The decorations here are quite sober, there are iron inserts at the corners and small handles on the front. This Tansu is finished in brown, made by keyaki wood.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 42 in (106.68 cm)Width: 34.5 in (87.63 cm)Depth: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Elm,Iron,Engraved
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Torino, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1047630935282
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