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Japanese Antique Black Lacquered Box 1860s-1900s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi

$1,500
£1,115.08
€1,305.40
CA$2,097.86
A$2,342.32
CHF 1,221.82
MX$28,802.25
NOK 15,420.83
SEK 14,518.17
DKK 9,738.26
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About the Item

This box is made in Japan and coated with black lacquer. The furniture was made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s) and is made of cedar wood. The metal fittings are made of copper, and their timeworn greenish-blue hues provide a quiet accent. The simple design, consisting only of straight lines, eliminates any waste and embodies “simplicity,” a uniquely Japanese sense of beauty. The greenish-blue copper metal fittings add a subtle touch of color to the quiet expression of the black lacquer, giving it a profound yet soft impression. The furniture is in very good condition for its age, with no major damage such as insect bites. It has already been carefully cleaned and is hygienic. This box quietly breathes the deep flavor and wabi-sabi spirit that only long-aged objects possess. It is a special piece that brings a dignified presence to your space. Weight: 21 kg ___________________________________ Our Philosophy Objects always tell the truth. All I can do is just to face with them sincerely and give them deep affection as much as I can. There is no boundary of nationalities and of eras in beauty. But I think now is the time we choose 'Japanese style' and it will be the best way to remind us of what we are losing today and to question us about an essence of beauty again. I hope that you can touch the memories which the objects here have, feel and think of something invisible but exists undoubtedly.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 24.02 in (61 cm)Width: 36.23 in (92 cm)Depth: 21.26 in (54 cm)
  • Style:
    Meiji (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860s-1900s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chōsei District Nagara, JP
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10403244773582

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