Bidspirit auction | A FINE SMALL 19C. NIGATA

A FINE SMALL 19C. NIGATA PREFECTURE MERCHANT'S CHEST - The solid keyaki wood example with slatted sides and doors is stoutly constructed without fasteners and displays a rich, warm color. Measures 26.25 x 31.25 x 17.75 inches. Without proof of exemption, be aware that internet sales tax applies to all Internet transactions and local sales tax may apply to local pick-up transactions. Please be aware that this lot is too large to ship by conventional carrier such as UPS, USPS or FedEx and will instead require local pick-up, delivery by a freight carrier or delivery by a blanket-wrap shipper. The cost most likely will not be low. Dimensions Measures 26.25 x 31.25 x 17.75 inches. Condition Very good condition throughout, no damage, repair or heavy wear. Provenance Provenance: The estate of John Adair Jr. (1942-2025), founder and proprietor of Kurofune Antiques in Tokyo (est. 1978), a world-renowned destination for Japanese basketry, prints and furniture featured in The New York Times, The New Yorker, and The Wall Street Journal.