Wardrobe - Paulownia - Japan

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This Japanese three-piece stacking cabinet is made of paulownia wood, dates to circa 1930–1950, measures 170 × 121 × 45.5 cm and is in good used condition with small signs of age and blemishes.

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Grand Vintage Japanese Paulownia Wooden Tansu – 170 cm Three-Piece Stacking Cabinet with Iron Hardware & Multi-Drawers

【Description】
An exceptionally rare and substantial vintage Japanese three-piece stacking paulownia clothing cabinet (Mitsugasane Kiri Tansu), featuring natural unvarnished pale timber tones and traditional iron mounting hardware.

Artisanal Craftsmanship & Traditional Storage Proportions:
Three-Piece Stacking Modular Frame: Built in a classic three-tier stacking architecture held by heavy iron side joining plates and retractable iron carrying handles, allowing for safe transport and versatile placement.

Sliding Top Cupboard: Features an upper cabinet with smooth-sliding paulownia panel doors above a row of small utility drawers.

Extensive Multi-Drawer Layout: Outfitted with multiple wide clothing drawers, medium compartments, and small accent drawers fitted with traditional iron bail handles (Warabite) and decorative chrysanthemum keyhole plates.

Contemporary Interior Display:
Standing at a grand height of 170 cm with a wide 121 cm profile, this authentic wabi-sabi statement cabinet serves as a luxurious linen wardrobe, bedroom storage unit, or centerpiece for modern Japandi interiors.

【Materials & Construction】
Timber: Solid natural Japanese Paulownia wood (Kiri) with a traditional unvarnished natural wax finish.

Hardware:
Blackened iron corner braces (Kado-kanagu), retractable side carrying handles (Mochite), and drawer bail pulls.

【Condition】
Exhibits authentic vintage/antique condition overall with an honest historical patina. Specific condition details include:

Natural Wood Age Marks: Displays natural timber grain fading, faint water marks, minor corner chips, and light surface scuffs consistent with domestic history.

Structural Integrity: Three-tier stacking framework remains rock-solid, and all sliding doors and drawers operate smoothly.
I
Important Note:
This is an authentic vintage large furniture item showing honest signs of age. Please carefully inspect all provided high-resolution detailed photographs to verify the exact physical condition, raw wood texture, and specific marks prior to placing your bid.

【Period】
Circa 1930s–1950s (Early to Mid Showa Period)

【Dimensions & Estimated Weight】
Width: 121.0 cm
Depth: 45.5 cm
Height: 170.0 cm

【Shipping Notice for Large Furniture Items / 配送に関する重要なお知らせ】

Please note the following important logistics conditions regarding large furniture items:
Estimated Delivery Timeline: International transport to destinations such as Italy, France, Spain, or other countries located further from Germany may take approximately 2 to 4 weeks for final delivery.

Standard Delivery Service (Curbside Delivery):
Deliveries are operated by a single driver. For this reason, final delivery will be made strictly to the front door / street curb of your premises (Curbside / Threshold Delivery).

Indoor Placement & Handling:
The courier driver is not responsible for carrying items upstairs, into specific rooms, or setting them up. Buyers are kindly requested to plan and arrange necessary assistance for indoor handling and room placement upon delivery.
We ensure safe logistics handling every step of the way, and appreciate your patience and understanding.

Grand Vintage Japanese Paulownia Wooden Tansu – 170 cm Three-Piece Stacking Cabinet with Iron Hardware & Multi-Drawers

【Description】
An exceptionally rare and substantial vintage Japanese three-piece stacking paulownia clothing cabinet (Mitsugasane Kiri Tansu), featuring natural unvarnished pale timber tones and traditional iron mounting hardware.

Artisanal Craftsmanship & Traditional Storage Proportions:
Three-Piece Stacking Modular Frame: Built in a classic three-tier stacking architecture held by heavy iron side joining plates and retractable iron carrying handles, allowing for safe transport and versatile placement.

Sliding Top Cupboard: Features an upper cabinet with smooth-sliding paulownia panel doors above a row of small utility drawers.

Extensive Multi-Drawer Layout: Outfitted with multiple wide clothing drawers, medium compartments, and small accent drawers fitted with traditional iron bail handles (Warabite) and decorative chrysanthemum keyhole plates.

Contemporary Interior Display:
Standing at a grand height of 170 cm with a wide 121 cm profile, this authentic wabi-sabi statement cabinet serves as a luxurious linen wardrobe, bedroom storage unit, or centerpiece for modern Japandi interiors.

【Materials & Construction】
Timber: Solid natural Japanese Paulownia wood (Kiri) with a traditional unvarnished natural wax finish.

Hardware:
Blackened iron corner braces (Kado-kanagu), retractable side carrying handles (Mochite), and drawer bail pulls.

【Condition】
Exhibits authentic vintage/antique condition overall with an honest historical patina. Specific condition details include:

Natural Wood Age Marks: Displays natural timber grain fading, faint water marks, minor corner chips, and light surface scuffs consistent with domestic history.

Structural Integrity: Three-tier stacking framework remains rock-solid, and all sliding doors and drawers operate smoothly.
I
Important Note:
This is an authentic vintage large furniture item showing honest signs of age. Please carefully inspect all provided high-resolution detailed photographs to verify the exact physical condition, raw wood texture, and specific marks prior to placing your bid.

【Period】
Circa 1930s–1950s (Early to Mid Showa Period)

【Dimensions & Estimated Weight】
Width: 121.0 cm
Depth: 45.5 cm
Height: 170.0 cm

【Shipping Notice for Large Furniture Items / 配送に関する重要なお知らせ】

Please note the following important logistics conditions regarding large furniture items:
Estimated Delivery Timeline: International transport to destinations such as Italy, France, Spain, or other countries located further from Germany may take approximately 2 to 4 weeks for final delivery.

Standard Delivery Service (Curbside Delivery):
Deliveries are operated by a single driver. For this reason, final delivery will be made strictly to the front door / street curb of your premises (Curbside / Threshold Delivery).

Indoor Placement & Handling:
The courier driver is not responsible for carrying items upstairs, into specific rooms, or setting them up. Buyers are kindly requested to plan and arrange necessary assistance for indoor handling and room placement upon delivery.
We ensure safe logistics handling every step of the way, and appreciate your patience and understanding.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
60 kg
Wood type
Paulownia
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Japan
Material
Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
170 cm
Width
121 cm
Depth
45.5 cm
Estimated period
1930-1940, 1940-1950
GermanyVerified
88
Objects sold
95.83%
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