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19th Edo Japanese wabi sabi dougu Kusuri Tansu, Tool medicine chest of drawers
$2,000
£1,520.91
€1,754.30
CA$2,801.63
A$3,135.58
CHF 1,637.26
MX$38,254.28
NOK 20,782.91
SEK 19,721.70
DKK 13,100.27
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Product of late Edo period (estimate 1860s-1870s) in Aomori prefecture, Japan. Originally made as tool chest or medicine chest, made of thick, fine grade reddish Sugi cedar.
The rustic surface of this Tansu tells us this had been used from generation to generation - a piece of the wood block print flyer from Meiji era, a piece of old newspaper printed in old-school font, remains of washi paper labels, then modern stickers.
A few minor losses on drawer front panels & inner panels, and the back panels of main unit, had been repaired by solid wood backing at some time in the past.
these elements bring good wabi sabi elements altogether.
Smooth opening & closing operation on all drawers.
Of course, it's still tough enough for actual use.
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- using non-toxic, eco-friendly method when cleaning & repairing the item
- using organic & traditional materials (beeswax, linseed oil, persimmon tannin, burnt pine ink, etc) for repainted/re-finished items
- repairing the necessary parts for long-lasting use
- Dimensions:Height: 30.71 in (78 cm)Width: 34.45 in (87.5 cm)Depth: 13.98 in (35.5 cm)
- Style:Edo (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1860s - early 1870s
- Condition:Repaired: minor losses on drawer front panels & drawer inner panels, the back panels of main unit had been repaired by solid Sugi cedar backing panel at some time in the past. There's a small hole on the top board left as it is (see photos). Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
- Seller Location:常陸大宮市, JP
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9981242737942
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