Antique Japanese 19th Century Textile - Tsutsugaki 60"x61" #90 Shogiban Along with a three and

Along with a three and half century old warm patina this chest remains in fine original antique condition

This particular lacquer is a traditional bright red color

It is possible that this dated back even further into the 1500's

The lower-right compartment functions as a ko-dansu (小箪笥) safe fitted with a cross-form iron lock and a minogame (蓑亀

and natural kiln imperfections

Antique Japanese 19th Century Textile - Tsutsugaki 60"x61" #90 Shogiban Along with a three andThis exquisite piece of antique 100* year old Japanese indigo, hand woven hand dyed cotton features butterfly designs created using the traditional tsutsugaki dyeing technique. Tsutsugaki involves hand drawing patterns with a resist paste, resulting in intricate and vivid designs. This 5 panel fabric rendered in multi color and indigo hues was once a kakebuton (a kind of bedspread). Perfect for collectors of Japanese textiles or those seeking a unique