Red Painted Japanese Choba Dansu - Taishō Period Material - Pear Wood These side tables are made

These side tables are made from red elm (zelkova) which is known in China as 'jumu' or 'southern elm

the sign of the Sheep is associated with femininity and creativity

These are still made in the old fashion way by hand in Henan Province China

Clans are still most active in the southern and eastern provinces of Fujian

Red Painted Japanese Choba Dansu - Taishō Period Material - Pear Wood These side tables are madeThis is a Japanese choba dansu is unusual as it is rare to find red painted Japanese antique furniture. Originally a merchants chest it has multiple compartments, drawers & sliding doors. Light, but well made, this Japanese tansu has its original black painted iron fittings. Made in traditional style of 2 parts with 7 drawers & sliding doors top & bottom. 3 further drawers behind bottom sliding panels. Although this could be older, we believe this