Rare Antique Storage Trunk, 'Tsuya Bunko', Meiji Period, Japan.

Unique storage box with lid from the late Meiji period, exuding a rich patina that captures the charm of a bygone era.

Dimensions: height 23 cm, width 50 cm, depth 41 cm.

The black box is made from a hard, leather-like type of cardboard and has developed a beautifully aged appearance. The lid and corners are reinforced with metal rivets, while the underside features four supports. Two convenient metal handles are provided at the ends.

Hand-painted Japanese characters adorn the sides, enhancing its decorative appeal.

Inside, the original paper label with the maker’s details is still present:

Tsuya Bunko Manufacturing, Willow & Bamboo Trunks • China-style Cases, Custom-Ordered Rattan Baskets, 1-7 Kodenmacho, Nihonbashi District, Tokyo City.

A unique piece with a rich history, perfect as a timeless and atmospheric interior accent.

Perfect for organizing fabrics, papers, magazines, art supplies, and other essentials.