Japanese Kusuri Tansu Wooden Medicine Cabinet with Compartments
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Product description
Physical Dimensions & Status
Height: 37.5 cm | Width: 35 cm | Weight: 5 kg
Unique furniture piece — permanently unavailable after sale.
This authentic Kusuri Tansu is a traditional Japanese medicine chest originally used for the careful storage of herbs, medicinal ingredients, and apothecary supplies. Thanks to its characteristic drawer layout and warm wood appearance, this piece of furniture is now cherished as both a collector's item and a functional interior piece. The tiered pagoda shape, the artisanal finish, and the practical compartment division make this Kusuri Tansu a characterful piece of furniture that fits perfectly within a Japandi, Wabi-Sabi, or classic interior.
✓ Authentic Japanese design: Traditional Kusuri Tansu with a classic pagoda shape.
✓ Functional layout: Multiple drawers, including compartments with internal dividers.
✓ Versatile use: Ideal for jewelry, minerals, coins, incense, beads, or other collectibles.
✓ Artistically crafted: Made of solid wood with a warm natural appearance.
✓ Decorative and practical: A characterful piece of furniture for a desk, dresser, display cabinet, or collector's room.
✓ Includes: Official certificate of authenticity from 1stbuddha.
Traditional Kusuri Tansu
Kusuri Tansu literally means 'medicine chest' and was used in Japan by pharmacists, doctors, and merchants to neatly store herbs, powders, and precious ingredients. The clever internal layout allowed for efficient organization and reflects the practical design for which Japanese furniture makers are known.
Medicine Storage: The many drawers provided space for individual herbs, minerals, and traditional medicines.
Internal Compartment Division: The bottom drawers feature small compartments allowing different ingredients to be stored separately.
Pagoda Shape: The tiered structure refers to traditional architecture and gives the furniture a distinct Japanese appearance.
Timeless Design: Thanks to the combination of functionality and simplicity, a Kusuri Tansu fits effortlessly into both modern and classic interiors.
Authenticity & Material
The cabinet possesses a warm, natural appearance and showcases the characteristics of traditional Japanese furniture craftsmanship.
Solid Wood: Crafted from wood with a warm natural color and beautiful grain structure.
Handmade Construction: The drawers and compartment division are artisanally crafted according to traditional techniques.
Original Layout: The internal compartments have been preserved, enhancing both historical and practical value.
Functional Storage: The drawers slide smoothly, making the piece of furniture still fully usable.
Good Collector's Condition: Normal signs of use and age appropriate for a traditionally used piece of furniture.
Specifications
Object: Kusuri Tansu medicine chest
Origin: Japan
Type: Apothecary cabinet / medicine chest
Material: Wood
Height: 37.5 cm
Width: 35 cm
Weight: 5 kg
Special Features: Multiple drawers with original internal compartment division for organized storage.
Condition: Good authentic vintage condition with minor signs of use appropriate for age and original purpose.
Additional details:
- Brand: 1stbuddha
- Style: Japandi
- Style: Wabi-Sabi
- Style: Japans
- Colour: Natuurlijk Houtkleur
- availability: in_stock
- product_type: Meubel / opbergobject
Specifications
CategoryWall cabinetConditionGoodMaterialWoodStyleClassicSeller locationDamme, GermanyDelivery optionsDelivery or pickup