Antique Japanese Meiji c1881 Sugi Wood Suzuribako Ballot Box Tansu Chest 15” Katanadansu The print is in new

The print is in new condition

This bowl measures 6 1/2" in diameter by 2" tall (16

aka Toyokuni III  (1786 to 1864)

It has a traditional printed pattern of tang dynasty children at play beneathpine trees

The Food-Dog carving is very well done

Antique Japanese Meiji c1881 Sugi Wood Suzuribako Ballot Box Tansu Chest 15” Katanadansu The print is in newThis is a 140 year old antique Japanese suzuribako from the Meiji Era c. 1881. This suzuribako (portable calligraphy tansu) has two drawers and a slot most likely indicating that this was used as a ballot box. It's made of solid Sugi (Japanese cedar) wood. The metal hardware is hand forged iron. Markings = calligraphy on bottom including date made or first owner Meiji Year 13 Length = 14. 5" Width = 8" Height = 9" Weight = 5lbs 14oz Suzuribako were