<< Go to Restoration Page 1 Tansu of all styles and forms have a place in enriching our homes. They rarely require more than simply finding a place to set them down. On the rare occasion where we do make modifications to tansu, often there is a way to achieve the mutual goals of maintaining the historical integrity and patina of the objects without sacrificing usefulness and character. << - - - These images show inlaid wood fillets or "dutchman" repairs.

<< - - - Detail of a mizuya-dansu (kitchen cupboard) showing necessary structural frame replacement due to extensive bug damage and ground contact.

			- - - >> Detail of a drawer in the process of being re-pegged.
				<< - - - Installing new tracks for doors is a common necessity.

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			Above: Detail of lockplate needing repairs. - - - >> Repairs have been made to this tansu frame or carcase. << Go to Restoration Page 1

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