Japanese Wooden Tansu Storage Chest Vtg Haribako Four Drawers Makie Nanten T414 copper There is wear and tear

There is wear and tear due to the age

Thin katagami is usually used for fine designs and thicker ones used for bold patterns

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Japanese wooden lacquered lunch box

Decorative cutting on the side of the lid

Japanese Wooden Tansu Storage Chest Vtg Haribako Four Drawers Makie Nanten T414 copper There is wear and tearVtg Japanese Brushed Lacquered Wooden Tansu Storage Chest This is a vintage Japanese storage chest, also called tansu. A rich brown color with a clear brushed lacquer coat, this small chest has two half sized drawers and two full sized drawer with decorative metal handles and a beautiful makie picture of nanten (sacred bamboo) in red, green, and gold. The insides of the drawers are unlined. This beautiful tansu chest can be used for storing sewing