Japanese Isho Kasane Dansu Chest - Taisho Era Material - Mango Wood Pith paintings were painted in

Pith paintings were painted in China for the European export market which was enjoying a fascination with all things Chinese and Chinoiserie

Red lacquer beading running along the edge of the chest frames the painting

decorative pierced fretwork panels

Inside the howdah is the goddess Danteshwarim whilst the elephant is controlled by a mahout (elephant keeper)

These sideboards are incredibly practical with two doors opening outwards revealing three individual interior spaces separated by newly added removable shelves

Japanese Isho Kasane Dansu Chest - Taisho Era Material - Mango Wood Pith paintings were painted inThis Japanese tansu chest dates to the Taisho Era (1912 1926) and is made in the Tokyo style which became the norm for Japanese tansu in the 20th century. Kasane dansu is the term used for stacking chests these chests separate into two parts. Isho tansu chests are specifically used for storing clothes. It was common for Japanese homes to have a summer clothing chest & winter clothing chest. The carrying handles allowed these chests to be stored in