3 Drawer Negoro Tansu Chest From Japan - Meiji Period Material - Iron this versatile shawl is both

this versatile shawl is both practical and luxurious

This porcelain plate is hand made in the traditional way and decorated by hand with the Chinese Dragons design before firing

it was regarded as a benevolent force capable of bringing good fortune and abundance

Porcelain Feeding Bowl

3 Drawer Negoro Tansu Chest From Japan - Meiji Period Material - Iron this versatile shawl is bothThis charming original three drawer tansu is finished with negoro lacquer and dates to the Meiji era (1868 1912). Negoro lacquer is uncommon and during the 50's & 60's there was a well known dealer in Japan who refinished chests with negoro lacquer for the Western market. This finish of red lacquering Japanese furniture is known as Negoro and originates in the 12th century AD although this lacquerwork would likely have been carried out during the 50's