A rare lacquered Kuruma Dansu, wheeled storage chest. It has been made almost entirely from zelkova wood with paulownia drawer linings. It has top and bottom sliding doors, a shelf in the upper half and drawers in the lower half with iron hardware. Edo period, first half of the 19th century.
A rare lacquered Kuruma Dansu, wheeled storage chest. It has been made almost entirely from zelkova wood with paulownia drawer linings. It has top and bottom sliding doors, a shelf in the upper half and drawers in the lower half with iron hardware. Edo period, first half of the 19th century.

JF20LL306

Japanese wheeled storage chest

$6,720.00 AUD
$6,720.00 AUD
$9,600.00 AUD
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Rare Lacquered Kuruma Dansu – Wheeled Storage Chest, Edo Period, Early 19th Century

A rare lacquered Kuruma Dansu, or wheeled storage chest, from the Edo period, first half of the 19th century. Crafted almost entirely from zelkova wood, prized for its strength and striking grain, with paulownia wood drawer linings for protection and subtle fragrance, this chest exemplifies functional elegance and refined craftsmanship.

The chest features top and bottom sliding doors, with a shelf in the upper section and drawers in the lower section for organized storage. Iron hardware adds durability and traditional character, while the lacquered finish enhances the rich, warm tones of the wood. The wheeled base (kuruma) makes it mobile and practical, allowing easy repositioning in a home or shop.

This Kuruma Dansu is a rare example of Edo-period furniture, combining utility, mobility, and aesthetic refinement, making it an exceptional piece for collectors or as a statement storage piece in modern interiors.

Materials: Zelkova wood, paulownia drawer linings, iron hardware, lacquer finish
Period: Edo, early 19th century
Dimensions: 113.5cm W x 58cm D x 85cm H

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Dimensions

L 580 mm x W 1135 mm x H 850 mm

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