Antique Japanese Tansu Chest of Drawers

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Antique Japanese Tansu chest of drawers – Taishō period (c.1913)Dimensions: Length: 61 cm Depth: 30 cm Height: 45 cmStyle: TaishōMaterials … Read more Antique Japanese Tansu chest of drawers – Taishō period (c.1913)Dimensions: Length: 61 cm Depth: 30 cm Height: 45 cmStyle: TaishōMaterials and Techniques:Paulownia (Paulownia spp.)Place of origin: JapanTime: Early Taishō periodDate of manufacture: Circa 1913Condition: Good. Wear commensurate with age and use.

This small antique Japanese chest of drawers dates from the Taishō period, a time when Japanese furniture reached a refined balance between practicality, simplicity and proportion, designed for everyday use in compact domestic interiors.The piece is entirely crafted from paulownia wood, a lightweight and stable material traditionally valued in Japan for its natural resistance to humidity and its ability to protect stored belongings. It features a compact arrangement of small-format drawers, fitted with original metal handles and discreet corner reinforcements.Thanks to its modest dimensions, this chest is especially versatile and can be used as an auxiliary chest of drawers, an entryway piece, a bedside cabinet or as a decorative accent on a bench or low console.A simple and honest piece, marked by a soft natural patina, ideal for interiors seeking authenticity and quiet character without excess ornamentation.The state of conservation is optimal, except for the characteristic imperfections of any antique produced by the passage of time.Give a point of originality to your home with a unique piece, which merges with the contemporary style bringing personality to your home. See less