JAPANESE VINTAGE 5 DRAWER LIDDED TANSU HARIBAKO SEWING BOX MACASSAR EBONY WOOD

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JAPANESE VINTAGE 5 DRAWER LIDDED TANSU HARIBAKO SEWING BOX MACASSAR EBONY WOOD:
$315.00

This is an early ShowaEra (c. 1930\'s) haribako (sewing box) with a unique arrangement of four drawersand an additionalfifth drawerlocated inthe flip top lidded top section. Thetoparea is divided into two sections with a removable pin cushion box as well as a lidded area (see pictures 4 & 5). This chest was used to store valuables as well as equipment for the person of the house to do repairs on Kimono and bedding as well as money and valuables.

The face and top of this chest is made of an exotic macassar ebony wood with the remaining case work made of keyaki (zelkova) woodand the interiors are made of kiri (paulownia) wood. The construction of this chest is strengthened by wooden pin and dovetailed corner work (see last picture).There is a slot on the back right side used to house a measuring devise (not included) (see picture 6). This chest is all original andbeing made of an extra hard ebonyit isoverall inexcellent all originalcondition with a warm patina that only nearly a century of loving use could give.

All drawers run smoothly and the lidded top opens and closes with ease. Please enjoy viewing the enlarged photos of this chest before offerding. This chest measures 11 1/2\" wide by 9 1/4\" high by 7\" deep (29 x 24 x18 cm). Very solidly built, a great piece of Japanese history; and makes a classic desk top organizer today.

You\'ll love it, I guarantee it.........If you purchase this item and are not completely delighted with it, you may return it for a no questions asked refund within 14 days of receipt.

Sailerking and the Shogun\'s Gallery have been in the Japanese antique business for over 32 years, and highly value our customers. Satisfaction Guarantee: All items are carefully described and photographed. If not completely delighted with any item it may be returned in original condition for refund of purchase price, less actual shipping cost. Most items listed are antiques, and as such may have an expected amount of wear from normal use. We do not sell items with major flaws without mentioning it in the listing. See photos and descriptions for condition. Returns must be shipped back within 14 days of receipt. Buyer assumes all shipping fees. If you have specific questions about the item or condition, please feel free to ask before offerding and we will make every effort to respond promptly. International buyers are responsible for any customs duties, taxes, etc. imposed by the buyer\'s home country.