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Old Japanese thin long wooden shelf/display shelf/20th century

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Japanese antique wooden storage shelf/ Early 20th century/Wooden cabinet
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a vertical wooden storage cabinet made of Japanese cedar in the first half of the 20th century. Although it is unknown where it was used, its appearance oozes a beauty that transcends practical use. The rustic feel of the material and its quiet presence give it a nostalgic warmth not found in modern furniture. This piece is made entirely of solid Japanese cedar, and the simple and disciplined structure of the vertical cleats, especially on the doors, and the cedar planks passed horizontally and overlapping from the reverse side, bring a perfect balance and rhythm to the overall look of the piece. This kind of design reveals a uniquely Japanese sense of design. The deep candy-colored texture created by the aging process is a taste that only antique pieces can have. The subtle changes in color from suntanning and areas touched by the hand tell a quiet story of the passage of time. The doors are simple and close with small wooden stoppers, preserving the practicality and warmth of the past. The shelves are securely fastened and provide ample storage capacity. Books, clothes, daily necessities, and various other items can be beautifully organized. The backs and shelves are stained and worn from use, and there are also some holes repaired on the sides and small chips. In a modern living space, this shelf can be used as a shelf in a study, as an accent in a living room, or as a quiet corner of a room where one spends quiet time alone, bringing a sense of calmness and flavor to the entire space. These long, locker-like proportions of antique shelves...
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Japanese antique small wooden storage shelf / Early 20th century
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This compact yet finely crafted piece of furniture was made in Japan in the early 20th century. Likely constructed from aged cedar or cypress, the wood has developed a rich patina ov...
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Old Japanese wooden wall hanging object/wooden mold/20th century
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese wooden mold, probably made in the 20th century during the Showa period. I don't know what it was used for, but it has a unique texture as a traditional tool u...
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Old Japanese turtle-shaped wooden carving object/early 20th century/wooden lump
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese wood carving figurine. It is thought to have been made around the Taisho period to the early Showa period (1912-1950). This is an ornament made using a tree l...
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Old Japanese wooden wall hanging tropical fish picture / 20th century
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a tropical fish carving frame made in Japan, probably around the 20th century. The frame is made of beech wood, and the base of the picture is paulownia wood. Different types...
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Old Japanese turtle-shaped wooden object/20th century/natural wood ornament
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an old Japanese wooden object. It is thought to have been made during the Showa era, approximately 1930-1980. I don't know the type of tree. It is made using the roots and kn...
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