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Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Storage Box 1860s-1900s / Tansu Sofa Table Mingei

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Very old Japanese storage box. This box is from the Meiji era. (1860s-1900s). Material is cedar wood. No unnecessary decoration, simple and beautiful. Ultimate simplicity. The tasteful, austere black color is impressive. This furniture can be used for multiple purposes as a retractable sofa table. Contents of box have been cleaned and sanitized. Excellent condition for furniture of this period. A very rare piece of furniture with a wabi-sabi aesthetic. Weight: 16.5 kg.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 22.25 in (56.5 cm)Width: 34.45 in (87.5 cm)Depth: 19.1 in (48.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Meiji (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860s-1900s
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Sammu-shi, JP
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5487237183862
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