Japanese Nagamochi Kuruma Chest – Edo Period (17th Century) Material - Buffalo Horn Materials: Solid teak with brass

Materials: Solid teak with brass wire inlay and brass fittings

This console table is not an antique

particularly in Yangon

Spirit tablets of the ancestors would be placed inside the shrine

Its substantial weight and thick walls make it an exceptional planter

Japanese Nagamochi Kuruma Chest – Edo Period (17th Century) Material - Buffalo Horn Materials: Solid teak with brassThis very unusual Japanese Nagamochi Kuruma chest dates from the Edo period (17th century) and is crafted from Japanese cryptomeria (sugi) with beautifully figured grain and a rich, time worn patina developed over centuries of use. Traditionally used for storing clothing, valuables and household possessions, Nagamochi chests were designed for both practicality and security, often serving as important family storage pieces. The chest is complemented by