Primitive Furniture

This is an antique Japanese work board known as a Men-ita (麺板), traditionally used in Japan for preparing noodles. Its broad, low surface, supported by simple wooden feet and entirel...

This is a wooden component from a traditional Japanese tool known as a “Gangi” (雁木), once used in the construction and maintenance of thatched roofs. It is crafted from Japanese ceda...

Late 19th c. hardwood cabinet. The most perfect proportions and condition. Interior was customized at some point with custom shelving that is very secure and sturdy. Bottom two drawe...

This is an antique Japanese solid wood low table. It is believed to date from the early Showa period (1920s–1940s). From the tabletop to the legs, the entire piece is crafted from so...

This is an antique Japanese carved wooden Maneki-neko (Beckoning Cat), believed to have been created during the early Showa period (1920s–1940s). The figure has been carefully carve...

This is an antique Japanese blacksmith's anvil. It is believed to have been used in an active blacksmith's workshop from the Meiji period through the early Showa period (1900s–1930s...

Japanese Antique wood slab Okidai (display stand), Made of quality single solid slab of Japanese Zelkova (Keyaki). Product of 1870s-1910s (Meiji to Taisho era), estimate from the m...

This is an antique Japanese Sculptural Root Wood Coffee Table. It is believed to date from the mid-Showa period (1950s–1970s). Crafted from a massive Japanese cedar tree, the table f...

This is an antique Japanese natural wood vase, believed to date from the early 20th century. The material is keyaki, Japanese zelkova, a wood that has long been used in Japan for fu...

This is an antique massive primitive-style coffee table made in Japan. Its low, grounded form and overwhelming sense of volume—seemingly carved from a single solid mass—bring a quiet...

The Oldowan II Coffee Table is conceived as a sculptural object defined by mass, balance, and elemental form. Its asymmetrical silhouette draws from early lithic structures, where fu...

This is an antique Japanese hand-carved wooden bowl, believed to date from the Meiji period (circa 1868–1912). Measuring approximately 275 mm (10.8 inches) in diameter, it is a beaut...

This French Antique pie safe (also called a cheese safe or food cupboard) is a charming example of early rural farmhouse furniture, blending practica...

This large cabinet is a one-of-a-kind piece created by restoring an original Japanese tansu from the Edo period and reimagining it with custom-made sliding doors clad in reclaimed an...

A charming Swedish farmhouse dining table crafted in solid pine during the late 19th century. The table features a beautifully aged natural pine top paired with a traditional red-pai...

This wonderful Rustic French farmhouse table is crafted from solid oak softened by time and use. The top is a single, solid, 2" thick piece of oak that rests atop atop a hand carve...

This is a primitive chair of the Naga people. Quiet in its stance yet commanding in presence, it is a remarkably compelling piece that combines the strength of a sculptural work with the simplicity of folk furniture. It is believed to date from the early 20th century. Over many decades, the wood has taken on a deeply smoked tone, transforming into a rich dark brown surface that seems to embody time itself. Countless blade marks remain visible across the surface, and the worn patina softly reflects light. More than a piece of furniture, it stands as an art object capable of anchoring an entire space. The Naga people are a collective term for indigenous tribes living in the mountainous regions spanning present-day Northeast India and Myanmar. With their own distinct culture and spirituality, they developed powerful forms of craftsmanship, including wood carving and weaving. Born from a life lived in close relationship with nature, their creations value symbolism and function over decoration, resulting in a profoundly primal beauty. Naga chairs...

Japanese Antique wood slab, used as Okidai, display stand with decorative purpose - used at Tokonoma (traditional alcove space in Japanese room) with flower vase, pottery or other cr...

This is an antique Japanese natural wood vase, believed to date from the early 20th century. Carved from a single piece of natural wood, this piece has an organic and sculptural for...

This is an antique Japanese carved wooden dog sculpture. Its dignified posture and forward-looking gaze evoke the loyalty, intelligence, and noble character often associated with tra...

A natural linen empire lampshade with generous proportions and a softly textured, organic weave, designed to bring warmth and quiet refinement to ceramic, terracotta and sculptural l...

This is a large, old Japanese hand-carved wooden bear. With its dignified stance and overwhelming presence, it is a sculptural work that leaves a strong impression simply by being pl...

A rare, highly spiritual, and visually captivating artifact of Japanese folk Shinto belief: an authentic Maruishi-gami (Sacred Round Stone Deity) originating from the Koshu region (p...

A deeply poetic and spiritually resonant artifact of Japanese folk religion and natural art (Suiseki): an authentic Meiji-period Sugata-ishi (figure-shaped natural stone) naturally r...

This is an antique Japanese carved wooden sleeping cat. It is believed to date from the early Showa period (1900s–1940s). Although the exact type of wood is unknown, it appears to b...

Overview A masterful blend of historical resonance and rustic minimalism, this one-of-a-kind primitive cabinet is a testament to timeless Japanese craftsmanship. The centerpiece of t...

In excellent working condition, an exceptionally decorative Indian brass hanging lantern, distinguished by its extraordinarily intricate pierced filigree metalwork. The hexagonal bod...

The Oldowan II Coffee Table is conceived as a sculptural object defined by mass, balance, and elemental form. Its asymmetrical silhouette draws from early lithic structures, where fu...

This is an old Japanese wooden block workbench, believed to have been used in the early Showa period (1900s–1940s). The material is zelkova (keyaki) wood. The countless scratches, dents, and the smoothness of its surface are proof of the many years of daily use and the touch of human hands that have polished it over time. The iron fittings remaining on the surface tell the story of the work once performed here, while also serving as a striking visual accent. The inherent durability and beautiful grain of zelkova have gained even greater depth through the passage of time, creating a unique and irreplaceable texture. Left as it is, it stands as a powerful art piece; as a display stand, it functions beautifully to enhance the presence of whatever is placed upon it. There is a slight tilt, but this too is part of its individuality, telling the tale of its long history. It is not in perfection, but in the imperfections shaped by time, that the Japanese aesthetic of wabi-sabi resides. This wooden workbench is more than just an old tool — it is a sculptural object that reflects the era and the lives of the people who used it. Whether in a home interior, gallery, or as store display furniture...

This is a vintage Japanese hand-carved wooden sculpture titled “Woman Carrying a Child.” Carved from a single piece of wood, it depicts a woman standing quietly with a young child ca...

This chair is crafted from a tree trunk left in its natural form. Zelkova wood is used for the material. Although the surface is finished in black with cashew paint, the beautiful ...

This display stand is made by combining old wooden sleepers with a newly made tabletop. The top of the display stand is finished with cashew paint, like lacquer, and has a jet blac...

This is an old Japanese wooden sculpture of a Shishi lion. Expertly carved from a naturally formed burl, it possesses an exceptionally powerful presence. Despite its relatively small...

Antique Basket Chest in Wicker and Wrought Iron. Europe, 19th Century. A very decorative antique basket chest in wicker and wrought iron. Beautifully aged. Great simple design with ...

Two 19th century Austrian saddle stools, available as a set. Just a little different and separate, yet very beautiful together. They are also slightly different in size. Unique piece...

Beautiful Italian rustic primitive country wooden coffee table, with typical legs in original aged natural color giving the rich and beautiful patina that makes it look wonderful in ...

This is a wabi-sabi table made by combining driftwood and a new tabletop. The base of the table is made of the same wood, and it has three legs, so it is very strong and sturdy. T...

Large Antique Wabi Sabi Style Bowl in Wood 19th Century. A wonderful and large antique wooden bowl with a very good wabi sabi appearance. Ha...

A charming and authentic early American country dry sink dating to the first half of the 19th century, circa 1830. Constructed of pine with a shaped and scalloped backsplash above ...

This Japanese antique cutting table dates to the early Showa period, around the 1930s–1940s. Traditionally used by tailors and kimono makers, it ...

An exceptional collection of five antique carpet and rug beaters dating to around 1900, each formed from hand-shaped metal wire and finished with a turned wooden handle. Created as p...

Tree Chair 2 is a sculpted plywood chair. It’s visual language references natural forms – skeletons and bones, dinosaur anatomy, and dead branches, smooth and free of bark; all while...

This is a vintage Japanese tree stump stool and display pedestal, crafted from a naturally formed section of solid wood. The piece is believed to d...

Wabi-sabi organic blocks in walnut wood. These tree roots have been dried for years, each forming a unique piece. They all fit together, yet each is unique. A beautiful, one-of-a-kin...

Vintage Philippine tightly-covered basket made of bamboo and rattan in an oblong shape. Traditionally used to hold clothing. The lower section is made with the smooth skin of the bam...

A Japanese antique low table or display stand, believed to date from the 1920s–1940s. Crafted from solid keyaki (Japanese zelkova), it celebrates the natural character of the wood in...

A large hand-carved Antique Dough Bowl or Trencher in original condition. Notable for its large size and fine traditional form, the Bowl has an admirable timeworn quality and very fi...

This is an antique Japanese carved wooden horse covered with paper. It is believed to date from the Meiji period (1860s–1900s). The figure is primarily carved from Japanese cedar an...

Beautiful Neolithic style fish is carved from a single boulder. Its design is typical of China's ancient Red Mountain Culture. The stone has a brownish green color and the texture of polished granite...

Singular decorative wall installation composed of fifteen antique jar openers, each made with a red-painted wooden handle and an adjustable metal ring. Originally conceived as kitche...

A Chinese woven reed river basket, circa 1900. 12 inches wide by 14 ½ inches tall

Formed in steam-bent hardwood in the tradition of Thonet and the Central European bentwood workshops, this elongated wall-mounted coat rack presents an elegant, architectural silhoue...

A tall vintage storage plinth, constructed from panelled wood with a concealed door to the side. Salvaged from an old chapel, it retains its original painted finish, which has aged ...

This early French gathering basket has all the right stuff that makes it feel like it was in a romantic novel in early Spring in the south of F...

This chair embodies the essence of Japanese primitive design, crafted in the mid-20th century (circa 1940s–1960s). Made from tochi (Japanese horse chestnut), a rare domestic hardwood...

Dating from the late Meiji to Taisho period, circa 1900–1920, this Japanese antique low stand is crafted entirely from solid keyaki (zelkova), featuring a thick single-board top and ...

This is an antique Japanese stone sphere. It is believed to date from the Meiji period (1860s–1900s). Its original purpose has been lost over the passage of time. However, its beaut...

A low, wide vintage wood bookcase with three open shelving levels and a notably shallow profile. Its simple construction, warm brown finish, and accumulated surface patina give it a ...

Chinese style unglazed vase lamp with linen coolie shade. Newly wired for use within the USA with line switch.

This is a pair of antique Japanese straw snow boots from the Tohoku region of northern Japan. They are believed to date from the Meiji to Taisho period (1860s–1920s). Handwoven from...