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Antique Japanese Chadansu Tea Cabinet in Burl Wood with Glass Doors and Graduated Drawers - Taisho/Showa Period == DESCRIPTION == A Japanese tea cabinet (chadansu) in two sections, in light-brown burl wood with a strong swirling figure and black round finger pulls. The upper section has sliding panel doors above a glazed display compartment with shelves and a built-in drawer; the lower section has sliding doors and a column of three graduated drawers, standing on a plinth. The sections separate for transport. Condition: Good antique condition with honest age-related wear consistent with its age and use: surface scratches, small dents, minor fading and patina, and light wear to the finish and hardware. The original character has been left untouched. All photographs show the piece as it is; please study the detail photos carefully, as they form part of the description. Note: This is a large, heavy piece of furniture. Shipping from Japan is arranged by the seller; please enquire about the shipping cost to your country before bidding. == DIMENSIONS / WEIGHT == Dimensions (90 x D38x 121, cm) Weight: Estimated 35-45 kg in total. Estimate based on comparable chadansu; no published weight found. Please weigh before shipping. == PERIOD == Taisho to early Showa period, circa 1915-1940 (estimated; to be confirmed) == ORIGIN / MATERIAL == Japan. Wood and joinery as described above

Estimate:£669.74

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