Japanese Isho Kasane Dansu Chest - Taisho Era Material - Mango Wood Pith paintings were painted in

Pith paintings were painted in China for the European export market which was enjoying a fascination with all things Chinese and Chinoiserie

This Sideboard is an antique piece with later intricate bone inlay work in traditional style

Dhokra (also spelled Dokra) casting

Inside the howdah is the goddess Danteshwarim whilst the elephant is controlled by a mahout (elephant keeper)

Features: Rolled rim

Japanese Isho Kasane Dansu Chest - Taisho Era Material - Mango Wood Pith paintings were painted inThis Japanese tansu chest dates to the Taisho Era (1912 1926) and is made in the Tokyo style which became the norm for Japanese tansu in the 20th century. Kasane dansu is the term used for stacking chests these chests separate into two parts. Isho tansu chests are specifically used for storing clothes. It was common for Japanese homes to have a summer clothing chest & winter clothing chest. The carrying handles allowed these chests to be stored in