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Beautifully Worn Late Edo Period Wabi Sabi "Safe"

$925.28
£675
€793.55
CA$1,271.28
A$1,418.85
CHF 746.48
MX$17,235.17
NOK 9,463.37
SEK 8,856.53
DKK 5,922.56

About the Item

A Beautifully Worn Late Edo Period Wabi Sabi "Safe"/Storage box. Originally used to store money & valuables. Heavily patinated cedar & chestnut. Perfect decorative wabi sabi object.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.85 in (25 cm)Width: 9.26 in (23.5 cm)Depth: 15.75 in (40 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    C.1850
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6535234059582

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