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Japanese antique wabi-sabi wooden low table / 1800s / side table

$1,000List Price

About the Item

Finally, the wait is over - a wooden low table filled with wabi-sabi charm! This wooden low table, made between the end of the Edo period and the Meiji period in Japan, is the very embodiment of wabi-sabi. This form of table, known as a bun-desu, is a traditional Japanese table used for writing, and is a particularly valuable item that gives a sense of Japanese history and culture. Because the writing desk was often used on a daily basis, many traces remain on its top. Soot and oily smoke have darkened the entire piece, giving it a moist sheen after years of use. This beautiful sheen is a sign of time, something you will never see on new furniture. The texture of the wood and its deep hue bring a sense of calmness and serenity to the space, giving it a truly “wabi-sabi” feel. There are minor scratches and scuffs on the tabletop, evidence of its use as a work surface, but that is exactly what makes this table so attractive. The natural marks created by repeated casual work give it character. In addition, there was a slight crack in the reinforcement between the legs on the right side of the front, but it has been repaired by gluing it back together, so it remains solid and stable. The tabletop is relatively level and has no problems for daily use. The size is 90 cm wide, 33 cm deep, and 23.7 cm high, which is just right. It harmonizes well with contemporary interiors and is especially suitable for Japanese style and natural spaces. Elegant and quietly beautiful, this low table will be an eye-catcher in your interior. We have several tables of this design in our store, but I think this is the one with the strongest wabi-sabi feeling among them. Although we seem to deal in many such items, in fact, such items are hard to find in Japan, and their rarity continues to increase. We would really appreciate it if you would care about this item as we would like to preserve it for the next generation. And there is no better item for creating a space with a sense of wabi-sabi. We sincerely hope that you will enjoy its depth of flavor nurtured over time. Weight: 3.55 kg [We are a specialized team dealing in antiques and vintage items, comprised of stores based on three distinct brands. While focusing on Japanese items, we also offer a carefully curated selection of attractive goods from around the world—each evoking the culture and history of its country of origin. Unlike the traditional Japanese antique furniture and art that have been appreciated overseas until now, we shine a light on the tools and furniture that were used for many years in ordinary Japanese homes and farmhouses. These objects have gained a unique charm over time, their beauty deepened by the history accumulated through daily life. In today’s world, however, many of these precious items are discarded during home demolitions. We are committed to reassessing their value and passing them on to future generations. Drawing from our extensive experience—having seen tens of thousands of items through direct purchases, markets, and auction houses—we carefully select and present only the most captivating pieces. This is something made possible only through the years of knowledge and expertise we have cultivated. Rather than focusing on the widely known facets of Japanese art and culture, we highlight the subtle beauty born from the everyday life of common people. It is this rediscovered beauty, steeped in history, that we strive to share with the world.]

Dimensions:
Height: 9.34 in (23.7 cm)Width: 35.83 in (91 cm)Depth: 13 in (33 cm)
Style:
Meiji (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Cedar,Woodwork
Place of Origin:
Japan
Period:
19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1800s
Condition:
Repaired: There was a crack in the reinforcement between the legs on the right side of the front, so we glued it and repaired it. Please see the detailed image.
Seller Location:
Sammu-shi, JP
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU5487244848192

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