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Japanese Antique Flap-Front Storage Cabinet with Kanji Markings, Late Meiji Era

2427,69 €

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This Japanese antique storage cabinet features traditional flap-front doors, commonly known as pata-pata doors, and dates to the Meiji period (late 19th–early 20th century). The most distinctive feature of this piece is the handwritten kanji found on the doors. They read “No. 1,” “No. 2,” “No. 3,” and so on, written in old-form kanji. Notably, the character used for “number” is a now-obsolete kanji that specifically denotes rank or grade, rather than simple numerical order. This character is no longer used in modern Japanese, and even among native Japanese speakers today, few can readily read it or immediately grasp its meaning. Its presence reflects a historical system of classification once familiar in everyday life, but now largely forgotten. The fourth tier bears no marking. In traditional Japanese culture, the number four shares its pronunciation with the word for “death” and was therefore considered inauspicious. The deliberate omission of this number offers a subtle yet telling glimpse into the beliefs and daily sensibilities of the time—customs that are rarely observed in contemporary Japan. At the lower section, the sliding doors are marked with the characters for “left” and “right.” While their exact purpose remains unclear, these markings suggest practical use in a workshop or production environment, where materials or components needed to be sorted and stored according to specific positions or categories. The cabinet is crafted from Japanese cedar. The door frames are finished in black urushi lacquer, now gently worn, thinned, and partially rubbed away through decades of use. Other surfaces are finished with traditional kakishibu (persimmon tannin) and pine soot. Areas with a subtle reddish tone derive from bengara (red iron oxide), later overcoated with pine soot, resulting in a deep, layered surface that has matured naturally over time. These variations are not decorative effects, but traces of use and age that give the piece its quiet depth. The door handles are made of antimony and formed in a delicate flower-petal shape—an exceptionally rare detail for utilitarian storage furniture. Only the handle corresponding to the now-lost “No. 5” door has been replaced with a brass handle, reflecting a practical repair made during the cabinet’s long working life. Rather than presenting a fixed or restored ideal, this cabinet retains the marks of use, belief, and adaptation accumulated over time. It stands as a material record of everyday craftsmanship, shaped by function and quietly enriched by age—an embodiment of the wabi-sabi sensibility found in authentic Japanese antiques. Condition Notes: - Structure is sound and stable with no structural issues - All flap-front (pata-pata) doors and lower sliding doors operate smoothly - A visible age-related crack is present in the panel of one sliding door, caused by natural wood movement over time; this does not affect stability or use. - Surface shows age-related wear including scratches, rubbing, thinning lacquer, and areas of loss consistent with long-term use - Black urushi lacquer on the door frames shows wear and fading from age and handling - Variations in color and finish are present, including darker areas and subtle reddish undertones from traditional finishes - Handwritten kanji markings show fading and wear consistent with age - Most original antimony flower-shaped handles remain intact - One handle, corresponding to the missing “No. 5” door, has been replaced with a brass handle; replacement is stable and functional Cleaned gently with water only. As an authentic Late Meiji–period piece, this cabinet shows natural signs of age and use consistent with Japanese antiques. Surface wear, wood movement, small marks, and past repairs are part of its history and character, not defects. Please review all photos carefully before purchasing. Interior dimensions: Flap-front compartments: W 29.9" × D 11.2" × H 7.1" (76.0 × 28.5 × 18.0 cm) Sliding-door compartment: W 29.9" × D 10.0" × H 14.4" (76.0 × 25.5 × 36.5 cm) Weight: 52.5 lbs (23.8 kg) Shipping Information: We ship from Japan. I will provide my own shipping quote. Please ask. Import duties, taxes, and customs fees are the responsibility of the buyer. Approach to Selection and Restoration: Each piece is individually selected through our own eye, then restored to reveal its most compelling state. Movement, stability, and surface are considered as one—shaped through practice to be lived with naturally, honoring the wood’s natural patina while avoiding environmentally harsh chemical strippers or forceful abrasion.
  • Dimensiones:
    Altura: 149 cm (58,67 in)Anchura: 81,5 cm (32,09 in)Profundidad: 31,5 cm (12,41 in)
  • Estilo:
    Meiji (Del período)
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  • Fecha de fabricación:
    Late Meiji Era (circa 1900–1912)
  • Estado:
    Desgaste acorde con la edad y el uso. Cleaned gently with water only. Doors and sliding doors operate smoothly. The structure is sound with no structural issues. The piece has been carefully inspected, and no issues were found beyond those noted above.
  • Ubicación del vendedor:
    Hitachiomiya-shi, JP
  • Número de referencia:
    1stDibs: LU7430248098762

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