{"product_id":"isho-dansu","title":"Early 19th Century Raw Japanese Isho Dansu From Kanto Region","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eDating back to the early 19th century, this stunning Kanto-region Isho Dansu (Japanese clothing chest) is a masterclass in traditional craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e It is prominently crafted from Kiri (paulownia wood), a material highly prized for clothing storage due to its ability to regulate moisture, deter insects, and expand to seal out water during floods. The chest features wide, shallow drawers designed specifically to store folded kimonos without creasing. Its configuration - wide main drawers balanced by a vertical column of side drawers and a lower-right hinged safe box - is deeply characteristic of the Meiji era. In contrast to the flashy, deeply embossed ironwork of Sendai chests, this Kanto piece showcases a sleeker, more utilitarian aesthetic. It features classic \u003cspan class=\"zhvwWe\"\u003ewarabite\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e drawer pulls, reinforced iron corner brackets, and a central locking plate, while heavy side handles allowed a pole to be inserted for rapid evacuation during emergencies. Following a major restoration, the chest remains unwaxed; its raw, sanded finish highlights the natural grain and invites a beautiful future patina. This unique piece would compliment any modern home particularly used as a chic bedroom dresser or a living room console.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rQesXe MPyX\"\u003eFor a more durable finish, we can apply a clear protective wax to this piece for an additional fee.\u003c!--TgQPHd|||[]--\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Please contact us for more information about this service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe dimensions are as follows: H: 92cm - D: 43cm - L: 119cm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFree Shipping with orders over £35 for UK mainland \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThank you for looking and please don't hesitate to contact us with any questions!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Apeman Interiors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56405141717371,"sku":"ITEM-3098","price":795.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/3215\/5254\/files\/early-19th-century-raw-japanese-isho-dansu-from-kantoRegion_20.jpg?v=1788615792","url":"https:\/\/apemaninteriors.co.uk\/products\/isho-dansu","provider":"Apeman Interiors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}