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1960s Hamilton Industries Compact Desk Lamp Japan
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1960s Vintage Hamilton Industries Chicago Compact Task Adjustable Intense table desk lamp. This
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

Japanese Antique Compact Chest, Meiji Era '1868-1912'Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This compact chest was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868-1912). It features a handle on top, making
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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cedar

Japanese Antique Compact Chest, Meiji Era '1868-1912'Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Compact Chest, Meiji Era '1868-1912'Wabi Sabi
$400 Sale Price
20% Off
H 12.45 in W 18.75 in D 9.97 in
PRELUDE - Vintage Compact Binoculars/Opera Glasses - Japan - Mid 20th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
magnification - adjustable focus - Japan - mid 20th century. Excellent vintage condition - fully working
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Scientific Instruments

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Metal

K. Uyeda Antique Japanese 950 Sterling Silver Mixed Metal Compact
By K. Uyeda
Located in Atlanta, GA
oldest established Japanese silversmiths that is still in business today. At first, Satsuma ware vases
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20th Century Japanese Japonisme Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

Japanese Studio Pottery Vase
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
A striking Japanese woodfired stoneware vase, compact in form yet powerful in presence. Decorated
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Vases

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Stoneware

Japanese Studio Pottery Vase
Japanese Studio Pottery Vase
$475
H 4.25 in W 6 in D 6 in
Small Japanese Bronze Vase with Warm Patina, 20th Century
Located in Fukuoka, JP
This compact Japanese bronze vase charms with its classic silhouette and richly mottled patina in
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20th Century Japanese Showa Metalwork

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Bronze

Japanese Vintage Sliding-Door Cabinet, Early Showa Period (1926–1945), Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
(Japanese cedar). Compact and warm in character, it features a simple pair of wooden sliding doors and a
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Cabinets

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Cedar

Late Art Deco Paction Enamel Lighter with Enamel and Chrome Thunderbolt Design
Located in Red Lion, PA
compact and dynamic Late Art Deco lighter by Paction, marked “PACTION” on the top and “PAC Japan REG US
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Vintage 1940s Japanese Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

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Metal, Enamel, Chrome

Vintage Travel Alarm Clock Seiko, 1970s, Brass with Faux Leather Cover
By Seiko
Located in Bochum, NRW
Vintage Seiko Travel Alarm Clock, Japan, 1970s A compact marvel of mid-century Japanese design
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Carriage Clocks and Travel ...

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Metal

Slit Table Round XL, Ø65, Black Powder Coated Steel for HAY
By HAY
Located in Dubai, AE
traditional Japanese paper art. Compact and versatile, it can be used on its own or arranged in clusters in
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Steel

Danish brand Hay’s '' Slit '' Brass side tables set of 3
Located in Den Haag, NL
traditional Japanese paper art. Compact and versatile, it can be used independently or arranged in clusters
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Vintage 1980s Danish Modern Side Tables

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Brass

Danish brand Hay’s  '' Slit ''  Brass side tables set of 3
Danish brand Hay’s  '' Slit ''  Brass side tables set of 3
$2,104 / set
H 14.18 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Polished Steel Slit Side Table by Hay - Round Scandinavian Design
Located in Dubai, AE
traditional Japanese paper art. Compact and versatile, it can be used on its own or arranged in clusters in
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

Materials

Steel

Polished Steel Oblong Slit Table by Hay, Scandinavian Modern Design
Located in Dubai, AE
traditional Japanese paper art. Compact and versatile, it can be used on its own or arranged in clusters in
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scandinavian Modern Side Tables

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Steel

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Boat Binnacle Compass
Located in Brest, FR
Japanese Compact Binnacle Compass made by Nunotani Seiki Seisakusho Co. Ltd. Complete with its
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Nautical Objects

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Aluminum, Copper

Boat Binnacle Compass
Boat Binnacle Compass
H 40 in Dm 28 in
Powder Compact In The Style Of Komai, Meiji Era Japan
By Fujii Yoshitoyo
Located in Saverne, Grand Est
Exceptional powder compact in gold and silver damascened iron (technique called nunome zogan in
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Boxes

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Iron

1970s Japanese Compact Stainless Steel, Cast Brass & Glass Search Light Pendant
By Industrial Production
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
Original stainless steel and cast brass search light pendant conversion. These compact fittings
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Vintage 1970s Japanese Industrial Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass, Stainless Steel

Japanese Silver Cherry Blossom Compact
Located in Chicago, IL
This lovely Japanese silver compact or pill box exemplifies Japanese refinement in all crafts. The
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Early 20th Century Japanese Metalwork

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Silver

Vintage Japan Sterling Silver Two-Tone Damascene Powder Compact
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Japanese sterling silver powder compact. Two tone etched damascene of Mt. Fuji in Japan
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20th Century Japanese Decorative Boxes

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Sterling Silver

Japanese Low Stool by Riki Watanabe, 1960s, minimal compact side table
By Riki Watanabe
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
A low stool by Japanese designer Riki Watanabe. Built from solid wood with a thick top and two
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Stools

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Wood

Japanese Meji Hand Painted Imari Bottle Vases Cobalt Blue Red 19th Century, Pair
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Stunning pair Japanese Imari bottle vases of compact size, made during the last quarter of the 19th
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Ceramics

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Ceramic, Porcelain

Japanese Antique Small Chest of Drawers, Meiji Era (1868–1912), Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
(zelkova) wood, finished with Urushi (traditional Japanese lacquer). This compact three-drawer chest is
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Pair of Chinese Japanese Hand Painted Imari Bottle Vases Gilt Blue Red
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Stunning pair of Chinese or Japanese Imari bottle vases of compact size, made during the last
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Urns

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Ceramic, Porcelain

H. Andrews Oak & Twisted Wire Japan Finish Ice Cream Parlor Cafe Table, C. 1900
By A.H. Andrews & Co.
Located in Bainbridge, NY
a four legged curved, and twisted Iron Wire base. Beautiful Copper Japan finish. Compact. Sturdy
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Antique 1890s American Victorian Dining Room Tables

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Iron, Wire

Leather and Metal Compact Pocket Japanese Binoculars, circa 1960s
Located in San Francisco, CA
Nice pair of Japanese binoculars, circa 1960s. The view works well. Compact size for concerts or
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Sports Equipment and Memorabilia

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Chrome

Vintage Lloyd Desk Lamp High Intensity Adjustable Model Compact 1966 Japan
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Vintage Lloyd Compact Adjustable Desk Lamp High Intensity Lamp, Lloyd, Japan 1966 Model 5E40. High
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

Lloyd's High Intensity Lamp Compact Table Desk Task Light Vintage, 1960s
By Lloyds
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your pleasure: Mid-Century Modern vintage table desk task lamp by LLOYD 1960s from Japan A
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Metal

Konica C35 Automatic 35mm Film Compact Rangefinder Camera with 38mm Hexanon F2.8
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Konica C35 Automatic 35mm Film Compact Rangefinder Camera with 38mm Hexanon F2.8 Fixed Lens 1970's
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Late 20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Steel

Antique Elegance Japanese Black Folding Fan Exotic Rosewood Lovely Asian Detail
Located in Chula Vista, CA
Folding fan Antique Elegance Japanese black compact folding fan in exotic rosewood Lovely
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Vintage 1950s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Rosewood

Japanese Antique Stone Lantern Carved "Heron" Nuresagi Decoration FREE SHIPPING
Located in South Burlington, VT
Japan, a compact, elegant medium sized carved granite stone lantern with a "heron" carved into the
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Planters and Jardinieres

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Granite

1980s Japanese Aluminium & Borosilicate Glass Explosion Proof Tube Light, Wall
By MA Lighting
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
. Manufactured by MA lighting of Japan. Great compact strip lights for ideal for use in numbers or where space
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Vintage 1980s Japanese Industrial Wall Lights and Sconces

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Aluminum

Life Style Collection of Objects from the Estate of Paul & Bunny Mellon
Located in Hudson, NY
objects. A very nice 19th Century Japanese lacquered inro. This small compact piece is worked in gold and
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Antique Late 19th Century Historical Memorabilia

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Carrara Marble, Soapstone, Bronze, Copper

Teak "Japan" Settee by Finn Juhl for France & Daverkosen
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed in the 1950's by Finn Juhl for France & Daverkosen of Denmark, this sleek and compact
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20th Century Danish Settees

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Teak, Textile

Handcrafted Japanese Marquetry Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A wonderful and unusual handcrafted, Japanese marquetry cabinet. A fantastic, compact piece
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Early 20th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

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A 1930s Art Deco Hand-Carved Oak French Box
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This is a 1930s French Art Deco hand-carved oak box, showcasing a unique blend of craftsmanship and geometric flair characteristic of the Art Deco period. Solid oak wood, noted for i...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

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Oak

A 1930s Art Deco Hand-Carved Oak French Box
A 1930s Art Deco Hand-Carved Oak French Box
$780
H 3.15 in W 12.21 in D 7.49 in
Hunting Flask And Canteen
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Victorian "piggy back" Huntsman's Canteen. A rare large hunting canteen, a combined sandwich case and flask in leather case. The "piggy back" hunt canteen differs from the normal sty...
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Sports Equipment and Memorab...

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Leather

Hunting Flask And Canteen
Hunting Flask And Canteen
$1,654
H 8.67 in W 5.91 in D 3.94 in
Japanese Antique Meiji Period Vesta Case by Fujii Yoshitoyo
By Fujii Yoshitoyo
Located in Newark, England
DEPICTING A MYTHICAL HO-O PHOENIX From our Japanese collection, we are delighted to offer this Japanese Vesta Case by Fujii Yoshitoyo. The Vesta Case extensively decorated with gol...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Tobacco Accessories

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Gold Plate, Brass

Large French Antique Louis XV Carrara Marble Fireplace Mantel
Located in London, GB
A well proportioned and finely carved Louis XV style fireplace in Italian Carrara marble. The carved panelled jambs with stiff acanthus at the bottom, descending flowers and foliage ...
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Fireplaces and Mantels

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Carrara Marble

Dutch Industrial Pine Apothecary / Workshop Cabinet, circa 1930s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This workshop cabinet was made from pine in the Netherlands circa 1930s and it was used in a workshop for dentist equipment. It features many drawers with black knobs. The interior d...
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Vintage 1930s Dutch Apothecary Cabinets

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Pine

Early Meiji Period Japanese Elm Shadona Cabinet
Located in Dekalb, IL
c. 1870s/1880s; Japan Late 19th century decorative keyaki (Japanese elm) cabinet. This ornate, pagoda-inspired piece dates to the early/middle Meiji period in Japan and is construc...
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Antique 1870s Japanese Meiji Cabinets

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Elm

Fabulous Natures Beauty Marine Specimens Sea Shells Collection Vitrine
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Great selection of marine specimens - sea shells, urchins, sand dollars, sea stars in display case.
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Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Natural Specimens

Materials

Shell

Old Japanese wooden low table / 20th century / Center table / Wabi-sabi table
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese wooden low table. I think it dates back to the Showa period. The materials are lauan and cedar. This is a very special table, with a tabletop made from a comb...
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20th Century Japanese Taisho Sofa Tables

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Cedar

18th Century Japanese Rinpa Screen. White Chrysanthemums. School of Korin.
Located in Kyoto, JP
School of Ogata Korin White Chrysanthemums 18th Century, Edo period. A two-panel Japanese screen. Ink, color, gofun and gold leaf on paper. Dimensions: H. 171 cm x W. 188 cm (67....
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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

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Gold Leaf

Antique Seashell Box
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Enchanting antique English box crafted with a hinged top lovingly decorated with collected exotic seashells over a cardboard bottom.
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20th Century English Edwardian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Shell

Antique Seashell Box
Antique Seashell Box
$600
H 2.25 in W 5.25 in D 5.25 in
Lacquered Chinese Locking Cabinet, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted of elm with a dark lacquer finish, this small locking cabinet from the mid-19th century embodies the refined simplicity of Ming-dynasty furniture. Following the design of tra...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

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Elm

Lacquered Chinese Locking Cabinet, c. 1850
Lacquered Chinese Locking Cabinet, c. 1850
$1,880
H 28.5 in W 24.25 in D 14 in
Bronze Cat Figurine by Emmanuel Fremiet
By Emmanuel Fremiet
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
This exquisite bronze figurine from the early 1900s, by renowned French sculptor Emmanuel Frémiet, depicts a seated cat with exceptional elegance and realism. The sculpture captures ...
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20th Century French Art Nouveau Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Bronze Cat Figurine by Emmanuel Fremiet
Bronze Cat Figurine by Emmanuel Fremiet
$1,800
H 3.75 in W 3.55 in D 2.37 in
Tiffany Studios Pomegranate Table Lamp
By Tiffany Studios
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany Studios "Pomegranate" Table Lamp New York circa 1910 Leaded glass, patinated bronze Shade impressed "Tiffany Studios, New York, 1457-34" Base impressed "Tiffany Studios, New ...
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Vintage 1910s American Art Nouveau Table Lamps

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Bronze

Woven Cane Basket With Double Top Opening And Handles
Located in Roma, RM
Woven Cane Basket With Double Top Opening And Handles Product Details Dimensions: 42 W x 34 H x 27 D cm
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Mid-20th Century Decorative Baskets

Materials

Cane

Woven Cane Basket With Double Top Opening And Handles
Woven Cane Basket With Double Top Opening And Handles
$841
H 13.39 in W 16.54 in D 10.63 in
Chinese Kitchen Charm Cabinet, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
This provincial tapered cabinet dates to the early 20th century and was once used in a rural Chinese kitchen to store dish ware, baskets and other kitchen supplies. Crafted of pine w...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Cabinets

Materials

Pine

Chinese Kitchen Charm Cabinet, c. 1900
Chinese Kitchen Charm Cabinet, c. 1900
$3,980
H 68 in W 40 in D 19.5 in
Vintage Large German Beech Haberdashery Shop Cabinet / Vitrine, 1950s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This haberdashery cabinet was produced during the 1950s in Germany. It features 30 large drawers in beech with glass fronts and metal handles. It was originally used in a shop for be...
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Mid-20th Century Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Beech

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Japanese Compact For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic Japanese compact available at 1stDibs. A Japanese compact — often made from metal, steel and ceramic — can elevate any home. There are 12 variations of the antique or vintage Japanese compact you’re looking for, while we also have 22 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Japanese compact — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A Japanese compact, designed in the modern, mid-century modern or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Nada Debs, Baleri Italia and Serena Confalonieri each produced at least one beautiful Japanese compact that is worth considering.

How Much is a Japanese Compact?

A Japanese compact can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $1,535, while the lowest priced sells for $36 and the highest can go for as much as $30,000.