Antique Japanese Chest of Drawers

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Antique Japanese Tansu chest of drawers – Meiji / Taishō Period (c.1868-1926)Dimensions: Length: 90 cm Depth: 42 cm Height: 112 … Read more Antique Japanese Tansu chest of drawers – Meiji / Taishō Period (c.1868-1926)Dimensions: Length: 90 cm Depth: 42 cm Height: 112 cmStyle: MeijiMaterials and techniques:Paulownia (Paulownia spp.), Japanese Cedar (Cryptomeria japonica)Place of origin: JapanEpoch: Late Meiji, early Taishō periodDate of manufacture: Circa 1868-1926Condition: Good. Wear commensurate with age and use.Original Japanese tansu from the Meiji period, conceived in a vertical format with sober lines and composed of a sequence of wide drawers that underline its functional and architectural character. Crafted from a combination of paulownia and Japanese cedar, the piece brings together structural lightness and excellent stability—essential qualities in traditional Japanese domestic furniture.Circular black iron fittings and reinforced corner brackets create a clear graphic contrast against the wood, whose surface displays a rich, even patina shaped by time and use. Subtle traces of wear enhance its authenticity and reinforce a pronounced wabi-sabi aesthetic. Balanced in proportion and presence, this is a versatile piece, ideal as a primary chest of drawers or main storage cabinet.Historical Context — Meiji PeriodThe Meiji period marked a pivotal transition in Japan, when long-established craft traditions coexisted with new forms of domestic organization. Tansu from this era are distinguished by their functionality, modularity, and durability, while preserving inherited construction techniques and a sober aesthetic deeply rooted in everyday life in late 19th-century Japan.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