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Japanese Antique God's House "Zushi" 1800s-1860s / Mingei Wabi Sabi Object
About the Item
It is a very old Japanese house of God.
In Japanese it is called 'zushi'.
It dates from the Edo period. (1800s-1860s)
The material used is cedar.
It has long been a favourite in old Japanese houses.
Wooden carved Buddhas and gods were stored in this house.
This is black and beautiful.
Why black?
Japan has a culture of hearths.
The soot from the hearth floor adheres to the house and turns it black like this.
This is a very rare item with a wabi-sabi sensibility.
Weight 600 g.
- Dimensions:Height: 8.27 in (21 cm)Width: 8.27 in (21 cm)Depth: 4.34 in (11 cm)
- Style:Edo (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1800s-1860s
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Sammu-shi, JP
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5487236913672
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