Japanese Shomon Dansu - Kiri Wood - Edo Period Material - Jackfruit Wood Mughal style carved Marble Plate

Mughal style carved Marble Plate - from Rajasthan

It has been left in it's original condition and shows the signs of its age

These stone water troughs make a great addition to any garden

A great gift

they were made to order and had to withstand a lot of punishment in transit

Japanese Shomon Dansu - Kiri Wood - Edo Period Material - Jackfruit Wood Mughal style carved Marble PlateThis rare antique Japanese cabinet with drawers is very unusual and known as a Shomon Dansu. Shomon Dansu is a term given to Japanese deed or document chest Dansu with drawers behind doors. This piece dates to the Edo period (1603 1867AD) before Japan opened up to the world. The whole piece is made in kiri wood (pawlonia) and unusually, detailed information about its crafting are shown on the bottom of the cabinet. According to the writing on the