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Beautifully Worn Late Edo Period Wabi Sabi "Safe"

$918.50
£675
€788.10
CA$1,269.80
A$1,382.32
CHF 737.91
MX$16,687.72
NOK 9,278.35
SEK 8,623.62
DKK 5,885.99

About the Item

A Beautifully Worn Late Edo Period Wabi Sabi "Safe"/Storage box. Originally used to store money valuables. Heavily patinated cedar chestnut. Perfect decorative wabi sabi object.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.85 in (25 cm)Width: 9.26 in (23.5 cm)Depth: 15.75 in (40 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    C.1850
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6535234059582

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