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Japanese Antique Brutalist Low Table 1900s-1940s / Side Table Wabi Sabi
$2,000
£1,529.12
€1,751.97
CA$2,821.01
A$3,071.36
CHF 1,640.01
MX$37,076.18
NOK 20,617.87
SEK 19,177.02
DKK 13,086.40
About the Item
Japanese Zelkova Low Table circa 1900s–1940s
This exceptional low table was crafted in Japan during the early Showa period, between the 1900s and 1940s.
It was carved from a single massive trunk of zelkova, a revered Japanese hardwood known for its strength and beautiful grain.
The artisan first separated the slab into two parts the tabletop and the legs then carefully shaped each piece before reassembling them into their final form.
Because both the top and legs come from the same tree, the continuity of the grain and tone creates a seamless visual harmony.
The result is a powerful and sculptural work that embodies the unity of material and craftsmanship.
The natural form of the wood has been preserved to the greatest extent possible.
Gentle curves, organic contours, knots, and traces of age are all left intact, revealing the raw artistry of nature itself.
The piece rejects symmetry and uniformity, instead celebrating the spontaneous harmony that arises when human hands collaborate with the natural world.
It feels less like a piece of furniture and more like a living sculpture.
The surface displays a calm gray-brown patina, the product of decades of aging and use.
The distinctive grain of the zelkova glows subtly beneath the surface, its character deepening with time.
Depending on the light, the wood reveals shifting tones and shadows, evoking the quiet breath of nature.
Its proportions and presence allow it to function not only as a sofa or center table, but also as an art object in its own right.
Placed in a gallery, a modern living room, or a hotel lounge, it introduces a poetic stillness and strength that enriches any space.
This work embodies the Japanese philosophy of wabi-sabi the beauty found in imperfection, impermanence, and humility.
It stands apart from ornamentation and luxury, expressing instead a quiet dignity and timeless authenticity.
The irregular edges, the traces of time, and the subtle imperfections together create a beauty that is pure and profound.
For centuries, Japanese craftspeople have approached natural materials with deep reverence, shaping them with sensitivity and restraint.
As these materials age, they come to reflect the lives and memories of the people who used them.
The harsher the environment and the more humble the approach, the stronger the material’s spirit becomes.
This dialogue between nature, time, and the human hand lies at the heart of Japanese craftsmanship.
In today’s world of speed and mass production, a piece like this offers a quiet reminder of enduring value.
It asks us to reconsider what true richness means, and what should be preserved and passed on.
This zelkova table is more than a piece of furniture it is a living work of art.
Wherever it is placed, it brings warmth, depth, and poetic resonance, continuing to breathe with new life through time.
- Dimensions:Height: 8.67 in (22 cm)Width: 37.41 in (95 cm)Depth: 30.71 in (78 cm)
- Style:Taisho (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1900s-1940s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Sammu-shi, JP
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5487247340862
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