Japanese Wooden Sewing Box Haribako Vtg Tansu 5 Drawers Dark Brown

Japanese Wooden Haribako Sewing Chest

This is a Japanese sewing box, also called haribako. Finished with a natural dark brown color, it displays a gorgeous rippled natural wood grain. This tansu chest has five differently-sized drawers with simple metal hardware.
A panel in the lid opens to reveal two compartments, one with a small removable tray. There is also a slot on the side that was initially to house a small straight ruler for measuring. This beautiful piece can not only be used for storing sewing supplies, but jewelry, art supplies, or other trinkets. 

• 5 drawers, 2 compartments under top lid w/ small removable tray
• Kanji under drawer: Nagaoka Masaharu (man's name)
• Wood, metal
• Item weight: 2200 grams
• Packed weight: 3200 grams
• C.1950
• Approx. 20 cm long x 32 cm wide x 25.5 cm tall
• Good condition. Scratches. Old adhesive residue on lid. Varnish and stain is worn along edges. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.

• Acquired from the famous Osu Antique Market in  Nagoya, Japan

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