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Antique Japanese large 2-step wood step stool, Fumidai wabi sabi organic mingei

About the Item

Antique Wooden step stool, "Fumidai", made of Sugi Cedar - New finds from a Kominka (old traditional style house) in Ibaraki pref., Japan. Manufactured in Circa 1900s - 1930s (Taisho to early Showa period) estimate from the style & conditions. Recommend to use as a display stand, or an art piece - it's still durable but not stable enough when someone standing on it. Steps dimensions : upper w 11.42 in / d 6.69 in / h 28.54 in (w 290mm / d 170mm / h 725mm) lower w 14.57 in / d 5.31 in / h 16.65 in (w 370mm / d 135mm / h 423mm) *** We're eco-friendly, organic-oriented vintage wood furniture & fitting seller. Avoiding the harsh chemicals as much as possible, using organic & traditional materials in the whole process, especially cleaning, repaint / refinish. - using non-toxic, eco-friendly method when cleaning & repairing the item - using organic & traditional materials (beeswax, linseed oil, urushi lacquer, persimmon tannin, burnt pine ink, etc) for repainted/re-finished items - repairing the necessary parts for long-lasting use
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28.55 in (72.5 cm)Width: 20.08 in (51 cm)Depth: 15.95 in (40.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Cedar,Wood,Joinery,Woodwork
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1900s - 1930s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    常陸大宮市, JP
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU9981244830982

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