Meiji Tables

This exceptional coffee table is a repurposed antique Japanese mortar, originally hand-carved from a single large piece of zelkova wood. Zelkova is highly valued in Japan for its bea...

This antique Tenjin low table was crafted in the Meiji period (1868–1912) from solid keyaki (Japanese zelkova). Originally used as a low writing desk in floor-seated interiors, the ...

Japan, circa 1860–1910 (Meiji period). A small, quietly endearing antique low table crafted from solid Japanese chestnut (kuri). Modest in scale and simple in form, it reflects a tim...

This Japanese low table (zataku) was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868–1912) from sugi (Japanese cedar) and finished with kakishibu (persimmon tannin combined with pine soot), creating ...

This Japanese low table was crafted during the Meiji to Taisho period (1868–1920), a time when traditional Japanese craftsmanship remained deeply connected to everyday life and the n...

This is an old wooden storage box made in Japan. It is thought to date from around the Meiji period and is made of cedar. It has a simple design with no metal fittings. The overall m...

This is an old Japanese side table or bench. It was made in the Meiji and Taisho periods (1860s-1920s), and is made of cedar wood with a beautiful rustic texture. The straight, stre...

This is an old Japanese storage chest that also functions as a low table. It was crafted during the Meiji to Taisho periods (1860s–1920s) and made from traditional Japanese cedar (su...

This is a wooden fuzukue (low writing desk) made in Meiji 3 (1870). A fuzukue is a traditional low writing desk that has long been used in Japan. Rather than being used with chairs,...

A magnificent antique Japanese powerfully carved center table with dragons from the Meiji period. The growth of urban centers and spread of wealth during the Meiji Restoration period in Japan ushered in an era that reveled in the aesthetic qualities of objects and actions in everyday life. This ornately carved figural table from the late 19th century / early 20th century demonstrates the level of pleasure and luxury pursued by the wealthy. The mythical dragon-inspired shape echoes throughout the elaborately hand carved ebonized hardwood; with an unadorned inset polished circular rich rosewood colored top with attractive wood graining; scalloped border and edge with ornate running ornamentation between; rises over the profusely carved and stylized skirt with carvings of whimsical dragon mask and spread wings in high relief and open scrollwork; raised on four spoon carved...

This low table was loved by craftsmen as a "workbench" during the Meiji period. The wood grain, which has deepened with age, is reminiscent of the warm lifestyle of that time. A cu...

This antique tenjin desk was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868–1912). Originally used in traditional terakoya (temple schools), this low writing desk was designed for a lifestyle where...

This is an antique wooden low table from the Meiji period (1986-1912). The curved legs are beautiful. It was used as a workbench by craftsmen at the time. The material is high-qual...

This is an old Japanese black wooden box. It is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). The material is cedar. This is black and beautiful. Afte...

Constructed from Sugi wood (Japanese cedar), this clothing chest is minimalist in design, resting on an iron frame. The side table is adorned with blackened iron hardware, featuring ...

A Japanese stained Driftwood and Decorated Side Table in great antique antique condition.

Long a beloved part of Japanese culture, the "fuzukue" (writing desk) originated as a piece of furniture for writing, literally meaning "a desk for writing," and has accompanied quie...

This is a very old storage box covered in washi paper. It was made in the Meiji period (1900s-1920s). The old washi paper is painted with persimmon tannins. Painting with persimmon ...

This rare set of four Japanese triangular nesting corner tables or console tables dates from the late Meiji period, circa 1900. Each table is crafted in wood and finished with richly...

This is a wooden antique low table from the Meiji era. It was used as a working table for woodworkers of the time. It is made of high quality Japanese zelkova wood. The grain of zel...

A Japanese Meiji period low table from the early 20th century, with recessed legs and open carved cutout design. Created in Japan during the Meiji era where is was used as a low writing table, this piece features a rectangular top overhanging two recessed legs showcasing pierced motifs. Boasting a nicely distressed patina throughout, this Japanese Meiji period early 20th century low table...

This is a wooden antique low table from the Meiji era. It was used as a working table for woodworkers of the time. It is made of high quality Japanese cherry wood. It has a beautif...

A Japanese lacquered altar table / box, Showa period, 1937. Teak and Cedar, lacquered in read and black on the outside. Exquisitely carved dragon design in the front and back. The...

Constructed from Sugi (Japanese cedar), this clothing kimono chest is decorated with blackened iron brackets and hardware, resting on an iron stand. The side table features 3 drawers...

This display stand is made from the roots of a very old Japanese tree. It is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). Art / Sculpture You can feel the strength of natural wood that you...

An Zitan wood low table / stand. Late 19th century Japanese Meiji Period. Zitan is an extremely dense wood which sinks in water. It is a member of the rosewood family. The wood is bl...

Stunning 19th century Japanese Meiji period hand decorated porcelain garden seat, garden stool or table. This antique Japanese garden seat is bea...

This is a tool used by lacquerware craftsmen from around 1868 to 1950. Lacquerware craftsmen used wooden barrels to mix lacquer by putting vermilion...

Great looking pair of late Meiji Period Japanese black and red lacquers side tables with etched brass mounts. Each with two doors that open for storage, this stunning pair with reall...

19th century Japanese Meiji Porcelain garden seat or table. Stunning 19th century Japanese Meiji period hand decorated porcelain garden seat, garden stool or table. This antique Japanese garden seat...

A powerfully carved Japanese export dragon center table, Meiji Period, early 20th century. Made for the export market, the rectangular table features a...

This is a magnificent late 19th-century Japanese Meiji Period altar table features a classic rectangular profile highlighted by a stunning, vibrant red lacquered top surface with ele...

An exceptionally minimal yet playful Japanese side table having a circular Pine top rising on two detachable bamboo legs from a square Pine. base. The edges of both the top and base ...