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Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s / Tansu Wabi Sabi

$2,200

£1,645.04

€1,921.31

CA$3,091

A$3,130.58

CHF 1,798.36

MX$37,962.31

NOK 20,860.76

SEK 21,233.85

DKK 14,363.84

About the Item

This piece is a Japanese chest of drawers crafted during the late Meiji to early Taisho period. It is constructed from cedar wood, a material deeply rooted in Japanese architecture and everyday life, valued for its lightness and natural warmth. The overall form is a restrained rectangle with low, grounded proportions, creating a quiet and stable presence. Its minimal design, free from excessive ornamentation, reflects a balance between practicality and refined aesthetics that characterized Japanese furniture of the time. The exterior is finished in a deep, subdued black tone. Subtle variations and areas of wear, formed through decades of use, give the surface a rich and expressive patina. As light moves across it, the grain and traces of time emerge softly, revealing layers of history embedded within the material. The façade features a rhythmic arrangement of drawers, with three small drawers at the top and progressively larger drawers below. This composition was designed for practical use, allowing for the storage of both small personal items and larger everyday objects. The iron handles, modest yet expressive, have developed a beautiful patina over time, harmonizing with the aged wood surface. Reinforcement hardware at the corners reflects the durability required for everyday use. The construction is straightforward and purposeful, allowing the drawers to function smoothly and naturally. While highly practical, the simplicity of the piece also gives it a sculptural presence. Embedded within this chest is a distinctly Japanese sensibility that finds beauty in imperfection and the passage of time. Rather than relying on decoration, it emphasizes stillness, balance, and the quiet richness of material. Weight:42kg For centuries, Japanese culture has created and passed down everyday tools using natural materials found close at hand. Through long use, such objects absorb the traces of human life and time, reflecting the values and lifestyle of their environment. In today’s world shaped by mass production, this piece invites reflection on durability, reuse, and the enduring value of craftsmanship. Within a modern interior, it functions not only as storage but also as a quiet architectural element. It can anchor a space, support objects or artworks, and bring a sense of calm depth to its surroundings. Guided by these principles, we carefully curate Japanese antiques that embody time, stillness, and an inner strength shaped by use and history.

Dimensions:
Height: 35.83 in (91 cm)Width: 35.83 in (91 cm)Depth: 18.51 in (47 cm)
Style:
Meiji (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Wood,Woodwork
Place of Origin:
Japan
Period:
Early 20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1860s-1920s
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
Seller Location:
Sammu-shi, JP
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU5487251052522

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