Japan - Chadansu Tea Cabinet With Maki-e Decoration - Meiji/taisho Periods - Early 20th Century
A Japanese display cabinet and tea cabinet in table format (Chadansu or Shodana), crafted from reddish-brown lacquered wood in a traditional style. This refined cabinet features a complex asymmetrical structure designed for displaying precious objects and storing tea ceremony accessories. The entire piece is adorned with a narrative design in gold lacquer (maki-e) depicting the classic theme of flowers and birds (kachō-ga). It features rich compositions of wild, blooming chrysanthemums and prunus branches where small songbirds perch and flit about.The upper section features a large compartment closed by two sliding doors (hikido) adorned with large bouquets of chrysanthemums in gold. In the center, uan open display niche, flanked on its side panels by stylized cutouts in the shape of a traditional heart (inome, or “boar’s eye”). This section houses an asymmetrical recess consisting of a small cabinet with two sliding doors and an adjacent drawer. In the plower section, a row of three drawers of equal size sits atop a large, deep base drawer. The piece is fitted with drooping handles made of silver-plated metal with a patina.The sides and back feature a understated finish in solid lacquer with beautiful depth, highlighting the wood’s subtle grain beneath the lacquered surface.
Origin: Japan
Period: Early 20th century (late Meiji era or Taishō period).
Dimensions: Height: 89.5 cm; Length: 86 cm; Width: 35 cm.
Condition: The lacquer is in very good overall condition. Slight signs of wear and very minor scuffs on the areas where the drawers are handled, which are entirely normal for a piece of furniture from this era and attest to its authenticity. The original hardware is complete and functional.
Origin: Japan
Period: Early 20th century (late Meiji era or Taishō period).
Dimensions: Height: 89.5 cm; Length: 86 cm; Width: 35 cm.
Condition: The lacquer is in very good overall condition. Slight signs of wear and very minor scuffs on the areas where the drawers are handled, which are entirely normal for a piece of furniture from this era and attest to its authenticity. The original hardware is complete and functional.
1 800 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Painted wood
Length: 86 cm
Width: 35 cm
Height: 89,5 cm
Reference (ID): 1787293
Availability: In stock
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