Rare Antique Japanese Wooden Merchants or Calligraphy Chest with Stand victorian Made in Germany it is

Made in Germany it is a rare piece which is in very good condition for its age

depth- 52cms

In solid structural condition

the small shelves perfect for toiletries or perhaps spices and herbs

The chest is in solid structural condition with various historical marks of age and use

Rare Antique Japanese Wooden Merchants or Calligraphy Chest with Stand victorian Made in Germany it isA superb antique Japanese merchants or calligraphers chest on stand dating to the 'Edo' period. Made of solid mixed woods the chest is fitted with narrow long drawers and has decorative hand forged metal ware and handles. The top is fitted with a lift up lid and one of the drawers has a hidden mechanism which locks it closed. A rare piece, not often found with a carrying stand. Superbly aged patina. It measures73. 5cms high(stand) x 20cms wide x 42cms