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XL Japanese Taisho Period Cedar Shelving Unit

$16,425.14
£11,900
€14,196.94
CA$22,792.35
A$23,205.92
CHF 13,364.51
MX$279,613.42
NOK 155,096.06
SEK 156,482.34
DKK 106,116.28

About the Item

A rare early 20th C. Taisho period bleached out cedar shelving unit. 20 sizeable individual open compartments with two more behind doors. Beautifully example of Japanese joinery. Each compartment measures - H37.5cm x W33cm x D45cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 69.49 in (176.5 cm)Width: 87.8 in (223 cm)Depth: 19.3 in (49 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    C.1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6535249306362

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