Bo Choba Dansu From Japan Edo Period - 19th Century Material - Kiri Wood Sadly these buildings are beyond

Sadly these buildings are beyond restoration having been subjected to years of decay

This antique carved teak Nandi bull figure dates to the 19th century and comes from Andhra Pradesh in Southern India

Material: Hand-Carved Sandstone With Iron Stand

Each piece of wood dates back to the 19th century

Bo Choba Dansu From Japan Edo Period - 19th Century Material - Kiri Wood Sadly these buildings are beyondThis antique Japanese choba dansu is defined by its bo, the central locking bar that keeps the drawers secure. This chest is made predominantly from keyaki (red elm) and is unusually heavy for a tansu. Keyaki was prized for its deep colours and beautiful grain structure. This tansu chest retains the original iron hardware and urushi lacquer finish. The handles are made in the kakute squared style. The style of ironwork is from Mikuni town in Fukui and