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Japanese Antique Primitive Low Table 1900s-1940s / Side Table Wabi Sabi
About the Item
This is a Japanese primitive-style low table, believed to have been crafted in the early Showa period (circa 1900s–1940s).
It appears to be carved from a single large piece of zelkova wood.
The design highlights the natural form of the wood, offering a strong and organic presence.
The soft grayish tone and distinctive grain, unique to aged zelkova, give the piece a calm yet powerful character.
Its size and form make it a versatile table suitable for use as a sofa table, side table, or accent piece.
It is in excellent condition.
This table embodies the spirit of *wabi-sabi*, the Japanese aesthetic that finds beauty in imperfection and impermanence.
Wabi-sabi celebrates modesty, simplicity, and the beauty of the unconventional—an expression that stands in contrast to excess and ornamentation.
This is a truly unique and rare piece.
For centuries, the Japanese have crafted essential tools and furnishings from natural materials as part of their way of life, often shaped by a deep respect for nature.
Over time, these objects take on character and patina, reflecting the lives and values of those who used them.
In today's world of convenience and disposability, reworking and reusing such meaningful objects offers a quiet but powerful resistance—and a path to rediscovering lasting beauty.
With this philosophy in mind, we carefully curate distinctive, well-crafted Japanese antiques that carry a sense of purpose, presence, and timeless appeal.
- Dimensions:Height: 13.78 in (35 cm)Width: 39.38 in (100 cm)Depth: 24.81 in (63 cm)
- Style:Primitive (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1900s-1940s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Sammu-shi, JP
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5487245407402
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