Antique Japanese showcase – Taishō / Showa period (c.1912-1970)
- Dimensions: Length: 90 cm Depth: 36 cm Height: 166 cm
- Style: Showa
- Materials and techniques: Japanese birch (Betula grossa), Shorea (Shorea spp.), plywood.
- Place of origin: Japan
- Epoch: Late Taishō, early Showa period
- Date of manufacture: Circa 1912-1970
- Condition: Good. Wear commensurate with age and use.
Original Japanese display cabinet from the Shōwa period, conceived in a tall format with stylized proportions and designed for display and light storage. Sliding doors fitted with fluted glass allow light to pass through while softly diffusing the contents, creating an elegant and discreet presence.
The combination of traditional solid woods with plywood reflects the robust and functional construction typical of mid-20th-century Japan. The dark, even patina of the wood enhances its sober and timeless character, positioning the piece at the intersection of Japanese tradition and a distinctly mid-century aesthetic.
A highly versatile cabinet, well suited to contemporary interiors, wabi-sabi spaces, or contract and hospitality projects.
Historical Context — Shōwa Period
During the Shōwa period, Japanese furniture gradually incorporated industrial materials such as fluted glass while preserving a restrained, functional approach to design. Display cabinets from this era reflect the evolution of domestic life, where order, light, and display became increasingly central to the organization of the home.
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 antique Japanese cabinet can be combined with any of our trunks or with our available antique kitchen tables.
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