Japanese Lacquered Kodansu Storage Cabinet or Writing Box,, 1920s

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Compact Japanese writing box or small kodansu storage cabinet with a restrained, well-balanced form and a rich dark brown to … Read more Compact Japanese writing box or small kodansu storage cabinet with a restrained, well-balanced form and a rich dark brown to almost black lacquer finish, subtly enlivened by warm reddish-brown undertones.

Dimensions: height 31 cm, width 33 cm, depth 24.5 cm.

The front is fitted with four practical drawers in different sizes, finished with elegant copper handles that add just the right amount of refinement.

At the top, there is a hinged compartment, ideal for storing small documents, writing tools, office supplies, or other small objects you want to keep neatly organised. The four drawers make this cabinet particularly useful even today, whether placed on a desk, in a studio, or in a living space.

The interior of the drawers and the upper compartment is finished with a finely speckled lacquer, adding depth and a carefully finished appearance to the piece. The diagonal striated pattern on the exterior gives the surface a lively character.

Dating from the 1920s, the cabinet remains in good condition with normal signs of age and use consistent with its period. Light wear to the edges and the timeworn lacquer surface only enhance its charm. A refined yet highly practical object. See less