ITEM# 4438
Japanese Kodansu Tea cabinet

Japanese Kodansu Tea cabinet. Japanese kodansu (personal storage box), measuring 15" wide x 12" deep x 12" high. It was made during the late Meiji period (1868-1912). It features gilt-iron hardware and mitred edges. The sliding panels and door are overlaid in gold lacquer and embossed with scholars in bamboo groves; the drawers feature gold lacquer tree peonies, giant lotus leaves, ducks and cranes; the sides feature cranes. The base is gold-sprinkled red lacquer, for the singular appreciation of the owner. The kodansu appears to be in good condition, with some moderate surface wear

Thank you for your quick reply. I am really shocked at the price. I knew many people here wanted it, but probably figured I didn't know what I had and they wanted to buy it for nothing. I am glad I held on to it.
Thanks again!
- Ann N