Antique Japanese Meiji c1881 Sugi Wood Suzuribako Ballot Box Tansu Chest 15” Katanadansu The print is in new

The print is in new condition

75" tall by 11" wide (20

It has a traditional printed pattern of tang dynasty children at play beneathpine trees

serving as a reminder of joy

This bowl measures 6 1/2" in diameter by 2" tall (16

Antique Japanese Meiji c1881 Sugi Wood Suzuribako Ballot Box Tansu Chest 15” Katanadansu The print is in newThis is a 140 year old antique Japanese suzuribako from the Meiji Era c. 1881. This suzuribako (portable calligraphy tansu) has two drawers and a slot most likely indicating that this was used as a ballot box. It's made of solid Sugi (Japanese cedar) wood. The metal hardware is hand forged iron. Markings = calligraphy on bottom including date made or first owner Meiji Year 13 Length = 14. 5" Width = 8" Height = 9" Weight = 5lbs 14oz Suzuribako were