{"product_id":"japanese-mizuya-dansu-meiji-period","title":"Japanese Mizuya Dansu  - Meiji Period (Ca 1900)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis magnificent \u003cstrong\u003eJapanese mizuya dansu (kitchen chest)\u003c\/strong\u003e dates from the \u003cstrong\u003eMeiji period (circa 1900)\u003c\/strong\u003e and is an \u003cstrong\u003eunusual example\u003c\/strong\u003e with persimmon arrow inserts and drawer fronts (persimmon is rarely used on larger tansu). Mizuya dansu were central to Japanese households, used for the storage of food, crockery, and utensils, and this piece beautifully reflects that heritage with its 17 drawers, three compartments hidden behind sliding doors, and a variety of practical storage spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe chest was constructed by a master woodworker. Both persimmon and burr keyaki often warp and require a skilled craftsman to manipulate them. Persimmon and red elm are both premium woods suggesting a wealthy original owner. This Mizuya dansu is crafted from a combination of woods, the frame is made of durable \u003cem\u003ehinoki \u003c\/em\u003e(Japanese cypress), drawer fronts of richly toned persimmon, the carcass of \u003cem\u003esugi \u003c\/em\u003e(Japanese cedar), and the sliding door panels of burr \u003cem\u003ekeyaki \u003c\/em\u003e(zelkova \/ red elm). The cabinet is constructed in two stacking sections, making it easier to transport and assemble €” a feature often seen in Japanese tansu. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drawer handles are \u003cem\u003ewarabite \u003c\/em\u003e(bracken) shaped and constructed from anodized copper and with copper wire blending function with elegant decorative detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell-proportioned and versatile, this dansu brings warmth, craftsmanship, and authentic Japanese character into a contemporary home, whether used for storage, as a statement display piece, or as a testament to Meiji-period artistry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meiji period, circa 1900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hinoki frame, persimmon drawer fronts, sugi carcass, keyaki sliding door panels, anodized copper fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Separates into two pieces, 17 drawers, three sliding-door compartments, openwork carved panels, hand-forged hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent, with age-appropriate wear and a beautiful patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e W180 x D46 x H169.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BinderKing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53551170257205,"sku":"M1004","price":3004.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/5243\/2181\/files\/Japanese_Meiji_Period_Mizuya_Dansu_Kitchen_Chest_With_Sliding_Doors_And_Multiple_Drawers_In_Mixed_Native_Woods_M1004.jpg?v=1789233175","url":"https:\/\/binderking.shop\/products\/japanese-mizuya-dansu-meiji-period","provider":"BinderKing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}