No. 100097309

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Katana’dansu 刀箪笥 (sword cabinet) - Wood, Hinoki (cypress) wood, Iron - Japan - Meiji period (1868-1912)
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Katana’dansu 刀箪笥 (sword cabinet) - Wood, Hinoki (cypress) wood, Iron - Japan - Meiji period (1868-1912)

An outstanding wooden katana’dansu 刀箪笥 (sword cabinet), constructed in a single compact section. Fully restored, cleaned, and waxed. Made from indigenous hinoki 檜 (cypress) wood and finished in a deep dark brown tone that highlights the natural grain. The cabinet is fitted with two full-width drawers, each equipped with iron warabite-shaped bail handles. Traditionally, katana’dansu were used for the storage of sword blades in their long, shallow drawers, particularly by sword polishers and craftsmen. Period: Japan – Meiji period (1868–1912) Dimensions: Height 34.8 cm, Width 117.8 cm, Depth 41 cm Drawer interior width 111.8 cm The katana’dansu is in very good restored condition, with only minimal traces consistent with age. Please refer to the photos for a clear condition reference. When shipped, we will include a certificate of authenticity. Please note: Due to the holidays, shipping and handling times may be longer. Thank you for your understanding.

No. 100097309

No longer available
Katana’dansu 刀箪笥 (sword cabinet) - Wood, Hinoki (cypress) wood, Iron - Japan - Meiji period (1868-1912)

Katana’dansu 刀箪笥 (sword cabinet) - Wood, Hinoki (cypress) wood, Iron - Japan - Meiji period (1868-1912)

An outstanding wooden katana’dansu 刀箪笥 (sword cabinet), constructed in a single compact section. Fully restored, cleaned, and waxed.

Made from indigenous hinoki 檜 (cypress) wood and finished in a deep dark brown tone that highlights the natural grain. The cabinet is fitted with two full-width drawers, each equipped with iron warabite-shaped bail handles.

Traditionally, katana’dansu were used for the storage of sword blades in their long, shallow drawers, particularly by sword polishers and craftsmen.

Period: Japan – Meiji period (1868–1912)
Dimensions:
Height 34.8 cm, Width 117.8 cm, Depth 41 cm
Drawer interior width 111.8 cm

The katana’dansu is in very good restored condition, with only minimal traces consistent with age. Please refer to the photos for a clear condition reference.

When shipped, we will include a certificate of authenticity.

Please note: Due to the holidays, shipping and handling times may be longer. Thank you for your understanding.

Bidding closed
Julien Gauthier
Expert
Estimate  € 1,000 - € 1,100

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