{"product_id":"antique-japanese-two-section-isho-tansu-chest","title":"C1900 Rustic Antique Japanese Tansu Chest","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rustic antique Japanese tansu chest, dating from approximately around 1900. Constructed in two independent stacking sections, the chest features five wide drawers, substantial hand-forged iron fittings, and a concealed compartment in the lower right containing two small drawers. The modular construction allowed the chest to be separated for easier transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed from Japanese timber, with a strongly grained, darkened exterior and lighter timber visible within the smaller drawers and interior sections. The chest retains its original hand-forged iron hardware, including the substantial circular lock plates, \u003cem\u003ewarabite\u003c\/em\u003e-style drawer handles, corner fittings, and side carrying handles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit APPROX. Dimensions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eHEIGHT: 104.5CM \/ 41.14''\u003cbr\u003eWIDTH: 92.7CM \/ 36.4''\u003cbr\u003eDEPTH: 40.6CM \/ 15.98''\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAPPROX. DRAWER DIMENSIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLARGE DRAWER\u003cbr\u003eHEIGHT: 12.9CM \/ 5.07''\u003cbr\u003eWIDTH: 88.9CM \/ 35''\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMEDIUM DRAWER\u003cbr\u003eHEIGHT: 21.6CM \/ 8.5''\u003cbr\u003eWIDTH: 65.4CM \/ 25.74''\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHIDDEN DRAWER, BOTTOM RIGHT\u003cbr\u003eHEIGHT: 12.6CM \/ 4.96''\u003cbr\u003eWIDTH: 21.3 \/ 8.38''\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Antique Character\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chest retains a naturally aged and weathered appearance, with extensive surface rubbing, scratches, dents, fading, and variations in colour across the timber. The dark finish has worn back across the drawer fronts and top, revealing the natural grain and giving the chest a dry, rustic character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original iron fittings have developed a deep, naturally darkened patina with areas of surface oxidation. The drawers show signs of repeated use, including wear to the runners, edges, and drawer fronts. The concealed lower compartment remains intact, with its two original small drawers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinor timber losses, small separations, edge wear, old repairs, and other marks of age may be present. The chest retains its original character and has not been overly restored. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chest has been treated for woodworm professionally, though there is no visible signs of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Mono Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58894595522944,"sku":null,"price":1250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1011\/6825\/1264\/files\/DSC08341_76fd67c1-e4b4-493f-93ae-c35ac347c552.jpg?v=1789426977","url":"https:\/\/monoantiques.com\/products\/antique-japanese-two-section-isho-tansu-chest","provider":"Mono Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}