Japanese Black Lacquer Bo Dansu From Tsuruoka, Yamagata - Meiji Period Style - Temple Jar blending earthy tones with vibrant

blending earthy tones with vibrant remnants of red

Kantha is a centuries-old Indian tradition of stitching patchwork cloth from rags by thrifty rural women

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Made in Northern India

Japanese Black Lacquer Bo Dansu From Tsuruoka, Yamagata - Meiji Period Style - Temple Jar blending earthy tones with vibrantThis exceptional Japanese Bo Dansu chest dates from the late Meiji period and originates from Tsuruoka in Yamagata Prefecture, a region celebrated for producing some of Japan's finest lacquered tansu. Finished in rich black lacquer over cryptomeria wood, the chest is distinguished by its elaborate repouss ironwork, a hallmark of Tsuruoka craftsmanship. The finely worked metal fittings depict intricate ivy motifs, floral forms, and a captivating array