Meiji Period Shou Sugi Ban Bo Dansu From Sakata Ceramics This lovely piece originated in

This lovely piece originated in China within the late 19th century

which were common throughout China

Throughout this textile you may notice the sashiko running stitch which anchors the added patchwork mirroring a purely utilitarian purpose rather than decorative intension

The dimensions of this bench

It is made from rosewood and has hand-carved carvings of bats all along the top and within Chinese culture

Meiji Period Shou Sugi Ban Bo Dansu From Sakata Ceramics This lovely piece originated inHere we have a striking antique, Japanese Bo Dansu, dating back to the Meiji period (1868 1912). Constructed by a team of three talented artisans; a carpenter, ironworkers and a lacquer worker using kiri (paulownia wood) favoured for its natural moisture regulating and insect repelling properties. The chest is heavily adorned with hand forged iron fittings, practically focussing on the central bo (locking bar) which features the ivy family crest,