Japanese Kuruma Dansu From Yonezawa - Edo Period Material - Poplar red paint tell a story

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Japanese Kuruma Dansu From Yonezawa - Edo Period Material - Poplar red paint tell a storyThis excellent Japanese Kuruma Dansu (wheeled chest) originates from Yonezawa, a castle town in Yamagata Prefecture renowned for producing some of Japan's finest tansu cabinetry during the Edo period. Kuruma dansu were wheeled chests used for storing household and shop valuables. They are some of the older Japanese chests with this one dating to the Edo period (1603 1868). This kuruma dansu was made for a wealthy customer, illustrated by its