3 Drawer Negoro Tansu Chest From Japan - Meiji Period Material - Iron Paraths were used as mixing

Paraths were used as mixing bowls for making chapatti and paratha

Supplied with fixtures

This beautifully carved

it was regarded as a benevolent force capable of bringing good fortune and abundance

this versatile shawl is both practical and luxurious

3 Drawer Negoro Tansu Chest From Japan - Meiji Period Material - Iron Paraths were used as mixingThis charming original three drawer tansu is finished with negoro lacquer and dates to the Meiji era (1868 1912). Negoro lacquer is uncommon and during the 50's & 60's there was a well known dealer in Japan who refinished chests with negoro lacquer for the Western market. This finish of red lacquering Japanese furniture is known as Negoro and originates in the 12th century AD although this lacquerwork would likely have been carried out during the 50's