Bo Choba Dansu From Japan Edo Period - 19th Century Finish - Inlay Zeeba was ravenous and devoured

Zeeba was ravenous and devoured its own body leaving just the head and hands remaining

You could also use this spoon for roasting chestnuts

Whilst the brass bindings and lock are original

rectangular form

Bo Choba Dansu From Japan Edo Period - 19th Century Finish - Inlay Zeeba was ravenous and devouredThis 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