Antique Japanese multi-drawer cabinet (hikidashi-dansu) crafted in Japanese ash and dating to the late Taishō to early Showa period, circa 1920–1940.
Furniture of this type was commonly used in shops, offices and workshops to organize documents, tools and small working materials. The numerous drawers allowed efficient classification and storage.
The cabinet is constructed in Japanese ash (Fraxinus mandshurica var. japonica) combined with plywood elements, reflecting the transition to modern furniture techniques in early twentieth-century Japan.
The design is functional and understated, featuring ten drawers of varying sizes fitted with metal handles. Some hardware has been replaced over time, showing the practical life of the piece.
The surface retains a warm aged patina with visible signs of use, adding authenticity and character.
Today this cabinet works beautifully as a storage piece, document cabinet or decorative element in interiors inspired by Japanese design.
Details
Origin: Japan
Period: Late Taishō – early Showa period
Date of manufacture: circa 1920–1940
Materials: Japanese ash (Fraxinus mandshurica var. japonica), plywood
Dimensions: 64 cm length × 33 cm depth × 71 cm height
Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age and use.
This piece is part of the curated collection of Amaru Antiques, Barcelona.
The state of conservation is optimal, except for the characteristic imperfections of any antique produced by the passage of time.
Give a point of originality to your home with a unique piece, which merges with the contemporary style bringing personality to your home. This antique Japanese chest of drawers can be combined with any of our console tables or with our available antique vases.
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