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Style: Showa
Set of Japanese Old Octagon Wood Stools 1940s-1960s / Side Table Stool Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a vintage octagonal stool crafted in Japan,
dating from the Taisho to early Showa period (1940s–1960s).
Made from KIRI (Paulownia wood), a traditional material cherished in J...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Stools
Materials
Wood
Old Japanese Wooden Low Stool / Showa Era / Wabi-Sabi Display Stand
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
We present a low wooden workbench, crafted in Japan from the early to mid-Showa period, exuding a simple and honest elegance.
The wood, likely zelkova, has developed a deep dark brow...
Category
20th Century Japanese Showa Stools
Materials
Wood
Japanese Old Stool 1940s-1960s / Side Chair Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old stool made in Japan.
It was made in the mid-Showa period (1940s-1960s). The top surface is made of cedar wood and the legs are made of iron. Despite the combination of...
Category
Late 20th Century Japanese Showa Stools
Materials
Iron
$480 Sale Price
40% Off
Old Japanese wooden display stand and stool / 20th century/Wabi-sabi object
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This wooden display stand/stool was made in Japan around the 20th century. It's believed to be made from solid, solid zelkova (keyaki) wood, exuding a strong grain and sturdy texture...
Category
20th Century Japanese Showa Stools
Materials
Other
Iron Stool Used in an Old Japanese Elementary School/Made in 1965
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a stool used at Minoya Elementary School in Gunma Prefecture, Japan.
The back of the seat has the name of the school and the fact that it was built in 1965.
A simple stool with an oak top and iron legs.
Two plastic parts on the toe are missing, but there is no problem in use.
Old school...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Stools
Materials
Iron
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Simple old Japanese wooden stool/Showa era
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Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
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Japanese Old Wooden Block Stool 1940s-1960s / Primitive Side Chair Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
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Japanese antique stool / wood stool wabi-sabi stool
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
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Japanese Antique Primitive Black Stool 1900s-1940s / Stump Side Chair Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese stump stool.
It is from the early Showa period (1900s to 1940s).
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H 15.75 in W 13.78 in D 12.21 in
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Showa stools for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Showa stools for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage stools created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include seating, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, cedar and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Showa stools made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and Japan pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for stools differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $250 and tops out at $1,000 while the average work can sell for $700.
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