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Japanese Antique Wabi-Sabi Wooden board "Wall Decoration" 1860s-1900s
$1,500
£1,138.77
€1,312.82
CA$2,121.96
A$2,284.48
CHF 1,223.38
MX$27,527.17
NOK 15,435.71
SEK 14,126.17
DKK 9,809.90
About the Item
This is an old Japanese wooden workboard
Crafted during the Meiji period (1860s–1900s), it is made from a single slab of keyaki (zelkova wood), a material now extremely rare. The impressive width of the grain suggests that it once came from a massive old tree.
This board was originally used as a kneading surface for wheat flour. Over the decades, its surface has been naturally polished by use, while the pale central area remains as a trace of flour that once covered it. Subtle hand-tool marks are still visible, creating delicate linear patterns that quietly speak of time and human touch.
The outer edges have darkened to a deep, charred tone, blending beautifully with the pale center and the warm amber hues characteristic of keyaki wood. Together they form a natural gradation of color—like an abstract painting whose mood changes depending on the angle of view. Beyond its former function, the board now possesses the beauty of a landscape.
Despite being a single plank, it shows no warping and remains remarkably stable. Iron clamps (kasugai) were once added to prevent splitting, their aged metal patina harmonizing with the wood’s warmth to create a cool, understated presence. These traces of repair add depth and dignity to the piece, revealing the long life it has endured.
In modern times, it is nearly impossible to obtain such a large slab of solid zelkova, and even rarer to find one with this kind of profound patina. It can be displayed on a wall as an art piece, where its quiet contrast of tones and textures will bring a calm yet powerful atmosphere to any space.
A work that transcends utility, embodying the Japanese spirit of wabi-sabi—beauty found in imperfection and time.
Weight: 12.5 kg
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- Dimensions:Height: 33.27 in (84.5 cm)Width: 40.16 in (102 cm)Depth: 0.99 in (2.5 cm)
- Style:Meiji (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Wood,Woodwork
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1860s-1900s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Chōsei District Nagara, JP
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU10403247083832
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