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Wabi Sabi Style Solid Wood Bench, France 19th Century

Offered by: H. Gallery

Description
Wabi-sabi is an ancient Japanese philosophy that can be applied within interior design, and to anyone’s lifestyle as a whole. It is the practice of appreciating and accepting the beauty in simplicity, imperfections, and age. The expression defines the core principles behind this bench’s aesthetic: simplicity, humbleness, and being in tune with nature, whilst appreciating the beauty of age and wear.

Grounded both figuratively and physically, this stunning bench is all about wood. According to the wabi sabi ideas, there is an elusive beauty to imperfection. Wabi sabi can be understood as an appreciation of a beauty that is doomed to disappear, or even an ephemeral contemplation of something that becomes more beautiful as it ages, fades, and consequently acquires a new charm. It then becomes easy to understand how this piece is close to this Japanese concept.

In the aesthetic of this bench this translates to raw surfaces, no overworked elements and organic materials. In short, the beauty is in the natural imperfections. Wabi is about recognizing beauty in humble simplicity, while Sabi is concerned with the passage of time, the way all things grow, age, and how it manifests itself beautifully in objects. It then comes naturally, that most furniture pieces carrying this style - like this bench - are made of wood. Here, the solid wood is evidently in the focus with all its natural qualities that only got enhanced with time.

Condition:
In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Marks and cracks on the wood.

Dimensions:
118.11 in W x 14.17 in D x 18.11 in H
300 cm W x 36 cm D x 46 cm H

Shipping:
This bench will be packaged and shipped with the greatest care and attention to make sure you will receive the item in gallery condition. Complimentary shipping within the Netherlands.

IMPORTANT!
VAT normally applies and will be added to items when purchased by a European buyer or transported to a location within the EU.

More Information

Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Wood
Condition:	Good. In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Marks and cracks on the wood.
Creation Date:	19th Century
Styles / Movements:	Modern
Dealer Reference #:	2023214902
Incollect Reference #:	704269

Dimensions

W.	118.11 in;	H.	18.11 in;	D.	14.17 in;
W.	300 cm;	H.	46 cm;	D.	36 cm;

Message from Seller:

Located in Utrecht, The Netherlands, H. Gallery specializes in modern and contemporary design with a strong focus on Brazil and Scandinavia. The gallery strives to preserve and promote especially Brazil's rich design heritage and curates a select group of contemporary artists. Meticulous research, ie getting in contact with the original designers, producers, their heirs, and retrieving and indexing old catalogues and magazines is at the heart of its activities. All works presented excel in great

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