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Japanese 19th Century Zebra Wood Tansu Chest with Sliding Doors and Open Shelves

$3,200
£2,399.35
€2,781.69
CA$4,465.77
A$4,987.86
CHF 2,591.84
MX$60,742.04
NOK 32,922.18
SEK 31,022.18
DKK 20,754.80
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About the Item

A Japanese zebra wood tansu chest from the 19th century, with sliding doors, glass panels and secret storage. Created in Japan during the 19th century, this tansu chest features a linear silhouette perfectly complimented by its zebra wood grain. A rectangular top sits above a perfectly organized façade made of four sliding doors in the upper section, opening to reveal a convenient storage space. The bottom part is made of two sliding glass doors opening to open shelves in the center. On the left, a shelf with curving accents attracts all the attention. The lower section showcases additional sliding doors, painted in a soft green color and adorned with vases, pitchers and carafes. The sides show no décor and the back is unfinished, with a cutout compartment. With its clean lines, lovely zebra wood and convenient organization, this Japanese tansu chest from the 19th century will bring an exotic presence to any home!
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 47 in (119.38 cm)Width: 29.5 in (74.93 cm)Depth: 12 in (30.48 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. Please refer to the various additional photos for further condition detail and contact us with any questions!
  • Seller Location:
    Yonkers, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: YN5419 / FEA Home1stDibs: LU863929732502

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