Japan, Meiji era (1868–1912) Isho-dansu (chest of drawers), front probably in keyaki (Japanese elm), opening to reveal four drawers, two small drawers and a compartment with a door and its key, blackened iron fittings: large openwork keyhole decorated with foliage motifs, round keyholes adorned with the character ‘kotobuki’ (longevity), drawer handles and side carrying handles, 93 x 115 x 45 cm.