Tea cabinet - Keyaki wood (Zelkova - Japanese oak), Copper, Tamo (ash) wood - Japan - Taishō period (1912-1926)
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Original Taishō-period tea cabinet from Japan, made of keyaki wood with copper and tamo wood, 85 cm high, 64 cm wide and 26 cm deep, featuring sliding panels, glass panels, staggered shelves and two drawers with kushi-shaped handles, restored and in excellent condition with a certificate of authenticity included.
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A handy-size wooden cha’dansu 茶箪笥 (tea cabinet) with matted glass panels. Restored, cleaned, and waxed in Japan.
Constructed from precious keyaki 欅 (zelkova) wood, often referred to as “Japanese oak”, the cabinet is adorned with striking tamo 玉杢 (ash burl) veneer on the front panels and finished in a warm light brown tone that highlights the attractive grain patterns.
Designed with a pair of sliding panels, pair of textured-glass panels opening to a staggered shelf, ending with two adjescent drawers with kushi-shaped bail handles.
Period: Japan - Taishô period (1912-1926).
Dimensions:
Height 85 cm, Width 64 cm, Depth 26 cm.
In very good restored condition, with minor traces of wear consistent with age and use. There are some minimal blemishes on the top shelf. Please refer to the photographs for a clear condition reference.
Cha’dansu 茶箪笥 were traditionally used for storing tea utensils, ceramics, and household items, while the open shelving provided an elegant space for displaying prized objects.
When shipped, a certificate of authenticity will be included.
Seller's Story
Since 1996, Japanese Antique Store has been importing Japanese antiques directly from Japan.
We travel several times a year through Japan and visit auctions, shows, dealers, and collectors.
Besides our physical store in Amsterdam, we are also active on Catawiki. We specialize in Samoeraipantser (Yoroi) and objects, lacquerware, screens, paintings, Buddhist images, and many more Japanese artifacts!
Translated by Google TranslateA handy-size wooden cha’dansu 茶箪笥 (tea cabinet) with matted glass panels. Restored, cleaned, and waxed in Japan.
Constructed from precious keyaki 欅 (zelkova) wood, often referred to as “Japanese oak”, the cabinet is adorned with striking tamo 玉杢 (ash burl) veneer on the front panels and finished in a warm light brown tone that highlights the attractive grain patterns.
Designed with a pair of sliding panels, pair of textured-glass panels opening to a staggered shelf, ending with two adjescent drawers with kushi-shaped bail handles.
Period: Japan - Taishô period (1912-1926).
Dimensions:
Height 85 cm, Width 64 cm, Depth 26 cm.
In very good restored condition, with minor traces of wear consistent with age and use. There are some minimal blemishes on the top shelf. Please refer to the photographs for a clear condition reference.
Cha’dansu 茶箪笥 were traditionally used for storing tea utensils, ceramics, and household items, while the open shelving provided an elegant space for displaying prized objects.
When shipped, a certificate of authenticity will be included.
Seller's Story
Since 1996, Japanese Antique Store has been importing Japanese antiques directly from Japan.
We travel several times a year through Japan and visit auctions, shows, dealers, and collectors.
Besides our physical store in Amsterdam, we are also active on Catawiki. We specialize in Samoeraipantser (Yoroi) and objects, lacquerware, screens, paintings, Buddhist images, and many more Japanese artifacts!
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Dynastic Style/Period
Taishō period (1912-1926)
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Keyaki wood (Zelkova - Japanese oak), Copper, Tamo (ash) wood
Height
85 cm
Width
64 cm
Title of artwork
Tea cabinet
Depth
26 cm
Condition
Excellent condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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