Japanese Kakesuzuri Funa Dansu From Sado Island - Edo Period Indo Dutch complementing the rustic painted finish

complementing the rustic painted finish

58 x 2 x 42 x 2

The louvre panel doors are held by two latches that open to reveal 3 large shelves

solid and decorative

Dimensions: Width 126 x Depth 48 x Height 76 cm

Japanese Kakesuzuri Funa Dansu From Sado Island - Edo Period Indo Dutch complementing the rustic painted finishThis is a rare Japanese Edo period (1603 1868) funa dansu style chest. Specifically, it is the kakesuzuri type made in the juji gata (cross face style) which originated in 1814. This style is sometimes called a 'ships chest' or 'sea chest' as they were used by sea captains for storing their private property. Funa dansu were strongboxes built to withstand a rigorous existence and would have carried business papers, money, seals and other personal