Antique Japanese small chest of drawers – Showa Period (c.1926-1970)
- Dimensions: Length: 69 cm Depth: 33 cm Height: 77 cm
- Style: Showa
- Materials and techniques: Japanese Ash (Fraxinus mandshurica var. japonica), Paulownia (Paulownia spp.), Paulownia spp.
- Place of origin: Japan
- Time: Early Showa period
- Date of manufacture: Circa 1926-1970
- Condition: Good. Wear commensurate with age and use.
This Japanese cabinet from the Shōwa period is defined by its compact vertical format, conceived for practical and flexible domestic use. Its composition combines open shelving, closed compartments, and lower drawers, offering a clear and efficient storage solution within a modest footprint.
The piece is constructed from a combination of Japanese ash (Fraxinus mandshurica var. japonica) and paulownia (Paulownia spp.). Japanese ash, denser and more durable, is used for the structure and visible surfaces, providing strength and a pronounced grain, while paulownia appears in drawer interiors and secondary elements, contributing lightness and smooth operation. This pairing is typical of mid-20th-century Japanese furniture.
The design is restrained and functional, without unnecessary ornamentation. Discreet metal pulls and cut-out side handles facilitate handling and emphasize the cabinet’s utilitarian character. The wood displays a warm, even patina, with wear marks, abrasions, and subtle tonal variations consistent with age and prolonged use.
During the Shōwa period (1926–1989), Japanese furniture evolved toward more rational and efficient forms, adapted to smaller living spaces and modern domestic routines. Pieces like this reflect that shift, combining traditional materials with a clear and practical internal organization.
With its dimensions, this cabinet works naturally as an auxiliary storage unit, small sideboard, entryway piece, or light storage furniture in contemporary, Japanese-inspired, or wabi-sabi interiors.
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. This small antique Japanese chest of drawers can be combined with any of our tv furniture or with our antique armchairs available.
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