Dark Espresso Elmwood Japanese Step Tansu Chest

Tansus are a type of wooden furniture that originated from the Edo period (1603- 1868) in Japan. The step tansu in particular was created to serve a specific purpose: compact, yet easily accessible storage. Japanese homeowners were taxed according to the amount of livable space in their home. As a result, the Japanese people gravitated towards furniture that focused on subtlety, rather than luxury. Adopted from an ingenious 19th century Japanese design, this step tansu is not only a historically resonant piece, but echoes the subtlety that the Japanese held in such high regard. This is a versatile piece: perfect for storage or as a room divider. This item will be shipped from Westmont, IL 60559 U.S.A Use: Storage Cabinet Material: Elm Color: Dark Espresso, Brown Make: Hand-crafted Origin: China Dimensions: 45″W x 14″D x 57.5″H Attributes: Oriental, Asian