Primitive Antiquities

This is an old Japanese wooden block workbench, believed to have been used in the early Showa period (1900s–1940s). The material is zelkova (keyaki) wood. The countless scratches, dents, and the smoothness of its surface are proof of the many years of daily use and the touch of human hands that have polished it over time. The iron fittings remaining on the surface tell the story of the work once performed here, while also serving as a striking visual accent. The inherent durability and beautiful grain of zelkova have gained even greater depth through the passage of time, creating a unique and irreplaceable texture. Left as it is, it stands as a powerful art piece; as a display stand, it functions beautifully to enhance the presence of whatever is placed upon it. There is a slight tilt, but this too is part of its individuality, telling the tale of its long history. It is not in perfection, but in the imperfections shaped by time, that the Japanese aesthetic of wabi-sabi resides. This wooden workbench is more than just an old tool — it is a sculptural object that reflects the era and the lives of the people who used it. Whether in a home interior, gallery, or as store display furniture...

This is a wall art made using some of the material from an old Japanese door. This is a wooden door reinforced with galvanized iron sheets. It's a convenient size that doesn't take...

This is an old Japanese stone “yagen” (medicine grinder), believed to have been used during the Meiji period (1860s–1900s). Though simple in form, it carries with it the silent prese...

This wooden coconut grater (khood maprow) from the early 20th century is carved in the form of a crouching beast ready to pounce. Once used by a food vendor in a southeast Asian mark...

This display stand is made by combining old wooden sleepers with a newly made tabletop. The top of the display stand is finished with cashew paint, like lacquer, and has a jet blac...

This is an antique, weathered block of Japanese keyaki (zelkova) wood. It is estimated to date from the early 1900s to the 1940s. Its form, shaped over many decades, carries a presen...

This is an old Japanese brazier. It is made of zelkova wood and is thought to date back to the Meiji period. It features the strong grain of zelkova...

This is an old wooden object. The details of the tree are unknown, but it seems to be hardwood. It changes its shape and color over time, and it has become an artistic appearance. ...

A Japanese antique footed wooden bowl dating from the 1910s–1930s. The vessel is stained in a deep black finish, giving it a quiet, dignified presence. It was likely made as a kaibao...

Indian Ethnic Ankle Bracelet with Bells Primitive Art - Decoration - Tribal - Ethnic Measures : 10cmx16cm H:38cm ( measures including support ) Wear consistent with age and use.

3.88 ct Natural Burma Ruby Vivid Red, Oval Faceted Cut Certified by AIG GemLab (Myanmar Ruby) Presenting an exceptional and highly desirable 3.88-carat natural Burma ruby, certified...

This primitive wooden vessel is a traditional Korean wood mortar used for pounding rice and grains. A form unique to South Korea's Jeju Island, the mortar is known as a nambang-ae an...

Worn by adult noblewomen high on the head, like a crown. These hand cut combs from Sumba are usually hand carved from mottled tortoiseshell or occasionally from buffalo horn. These t...

This large wooden mortar dates to the late 19th century and was originally used for crushing rice, grain, spices and other foodstuffs. Carved from a single tree trunk, the mortar has...

This rustic wooden container dates to the early 20th century and was once used to store dry goods or household items in a provincial home in Yunnan province. Hollowed from a single t...