Antique storage chest – Meiji / Taishō period (c.1868-1926) #41

Antique storage chest – Meiji / Taishō period (c.1868-1926). Dimensions: Length: 99 cm Depth: 42 cm Height: 101 cm. Style: Meiji. Materials and techniques: Paulownia (Paulownia spp.), Japanese cedar (Cryptomeria japonica) Place of origin: Japan. Period: Late Meiji period, early Taishō period. Date of manufacture: Circa 1868-1926. Condition: Good. Wear is consistent with age and use. Large Japanese storage chest made between the late Meiji period and the early Taishō period, circa 1868–1926. This large domestic piece was intended for daily use, providing ample storage space for clothing, textiles, or personal items. The furniture features a spacious and well-proportioned vertical structure, composed of large-capacity drawers, offering a remarkable balance between functionality and visual presence. It is made of paulownia, a wood valued for its lightness and stability, reinforced with Japanese cedar in the structural parts. The original metal fittings, understated and robust, highlight the character of the piece without visually weighing it down. The surface reveals a warm and even patina, marked by time in a manner consistent with its antiquity. A solid and timeless chest, ideal as a central piece in a bedroom, living room, or contemporary, Japanese, or wabi-sabi interior. It is in excellent condition, except for the characteristic imperfections of any antique, due to the passage of time. Add a touch of originality to your interior with a unique piece that integrates into contemporary style and adds personality to your space. This antique storage chest can be paired with one of our wardrobes or our available antique cutting boards. UNIQUE PIECE.