Katana’bô’dansu 刀棒箪笥 (sword cabinet with a locking bar) - Wood, Iron - Japan - Taishō period (1912-1926)

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An original Japanese Taishō-period katana’bô’dansu sword cabinet, made from dark-brown varnished sugi cedar with three full-width drawers, iron hardware and a vertical locking bar, measuring 43.2 × 118 × 41.7 cm.

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An outstanding wooden katana’bô’dansu 刀棒箪笥 (sword cabinet with a locking bar) crafted in a single section. Fully restored, cleaned, and waxed.

Constructed from indigenous sugi 杉 (Japanese cedar) wood, varnished in a dark brown hue.
The cabinet features three full-width drawers secured by a vertical lock bar fitted with iron hardware. The drawers are equipped with sturdy iron warabite-shaped bail handles. The sides with n-shaped pole carrying handles.

Period: Japan - Taishô period (1912-1926)

Dimensions: Height 43.2 cm; Width 118 cm; Depth 41.7 cm
Drawer interior width: 111 cm

The katana’dansu is in a very good restored condition with minimal traces of wear consistent with age and a great patina. No keys are included. Please refer to the photos for a clear condition reference.

When shipped, we will include a certificate of authenticity.

Seller's Story

Since 1996, Japanese Antique Store has been importing Japanese antiques directly from Japan. We travel several times a year through Japan and visit auctions, shows, dealers, and collectors. Besides our physical store in Amsterdam, we are also active on Catawiki. We specialize in Samoeraipantser (Yoroi) and objects, lacquerware, screens, paintings, Buddhist images, and many more Japanese artifacts!
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An outstanding wooden katana’bô’dansu 刀棒箪笥 (sword cabinet with a locking bar) crafted in a single section. Fully restored, cleaned, and waxed.

Constructed from indigenous sugi 杉 (Japanese cedar) wood, varnished in a dark brown hue.
The cabinet features three full-width drawers secured by a vertical lock bar fitted with iron hardware. The drawers are equipped with sturdy iron warabite-shaped bail handles. The sides with n-shaped pole carrying handles.

Period: Japan - Taishô period (1912-1926)

Dimensions: Height 43.2 cm; Width 118 cm; Depth 41.7 cm
Drawer interior width: 111 cm

The katana’dansu is in a very good restored condition with minimal traces of wear consistent with age and a great patina. No keys are included. Please refer to the photos for a clear condition reference.

When shipped, we will include a certificate of authenticity.

Seller's Story

Since 1996, Japanese Antique Store has been importing Japanese antiques directly from Japan. We travel several times a year through Japan and visit auctions, shows, dealers, and collectors. Besides our physical store in Amsterdam, we are also active on Catawiki. We specialize in Samoeraipantser (Yoroi) and objects, lacquerware, screens, paintings, Buddhist images, and many more Japanese artifacts!
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Details

Dynastic Style/Period
Taishō period (1912-1926)
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Japan
Attribution
Original
Material
Iron, Wood
Height
43.2 cm
Width
118 cm
Title of artwork
Katana’bô’dansu 刀棒箪笥 (sword cabinet with a locking bar)
Depth
41.7 cm
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Original/official
The NetherlandsVerified
3725
Objects sold
100%
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