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Japanese Antique Large Black Tansu 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Wabi Sabi

About the Item

This is a very old large black tansu made in Japan. This furniture was made in the Meiji era. (1860s-1900s). Material is cedar wood. The design is simple and rustic. It is ultimate simplicity. The depth size is thin and very stylish. The simple lattice design is unique to this period. The shading when light is poured in is also very beautiful. The movement of the door is also smooth. The entire furniture has been cleaned and sanitized with water. You can use it with peace of mind. This item evokes the spirit of wabi-sabi, the Japanese philosophy of finding beauty in imperfection and impermanence. The opposite of vulgarity, it is understated, modest, and unconventionally beautiful. This is a unique and very unusual piece of furniture. It weighs approximately 40 kg. Since ancient times, people have created and passed down necessary tools from familiar materials and nurtured a lifestyle culture in order to survive in the severe struggle against nature. By using these objects over a long period of time, they accumulate a flavor and reflect a way of life. The more severe the natural environment and the weaker we are, the stronger their power becomes. In today's world, where cheap and disposable products are encouraged, the act of repeatedly re-creating the things around us by modifying them opens up a new world. With this philosophy in mind, we collect beautiful, powerful, and unique carefully selected antiquities from Japan.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 67.33 in (171 cm)Width: 35.04 in (89 cm)Depth: 20.48 in (52 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:
    Sammu-shi, JP
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5487240820912

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