Antique Japanese Kitchen Choba Tansu Meiji Era c1880's Hinoki Sugi Chest 62" Bowl The lidded top section was

The lidded top section was used for the storage and use of suzuri (ink stone) with brushes

and the artist's ability to capture the beauty of diverse subjects with a harmonious fusion of influences

It has been in storage for over half a century and with exception to some missing parts on the rim (see last two pictures)

Keyaki face and case (Japanese Elm)

using finely shredded tobacco known as 刻み煙草 (kizami tabako)

Antique Japanese Kitchen Choba Tansu Meiji Era c1880's Hinoki Sugi Chest 62" Bowl The lidded top section wasThis is a beauty with a natural wood finish. This mid Meiji era c1880's Chobadansu or document chest has all the original ten drawers (including two behind the safe) and two cabinet spaces behind sliding doors. The whole chest is divided into two sections making it very versatile (38. 5"H + 24"H). Much of the front is Hinoki or Japanese cypress. The interior is all Sugi Japanese cedar (Cryptomeria). Hand forged iron hardware. As well as being an