Antique Japanese Miniature Tsubo Wood-Fired Stoneware Jar 2.5" Funadansu The lower section presents five

The lower section presents five drawers in a three-over-two configuration

The kodansu was a special personal chest and was used to store everything from letter writing accessories as well as money

• Scabbard: steel

A small circular family crest (kamon) is inlaid on the backstrap

Add a touch of traditional elegance to your collection with this exquisite piece from around 150 years ago

Antique Japanese Miniature Tsubo Wood-Fired Stoneware Jar 2.5" Funadansu The lower section presents fiveAntique Japanese Miniature Tsubo Wood Fired Stoneware Jar A tiny but striking Japanese miniature tsubo, just 2. 5" tall with a 15mm mouth. Coarse sandy ochre stoneware with dramatic crawling glaze in lavender, blue grey, and celadon characteristic of Shigaraki or related wood fired kiln tradition. Acquired with a collection of Japanese antiques, likely Meiji Taisho period. Condition: Glaze crawling is intentional. Some glaze lift at the neck please