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Burl Wood Coffee Table Wabi-Sabi - 1850's

Offered by: Goldwood by Boris

Description
Burl Wood Coffee Table Wabi-Sabi, Japanese Design, mid-19th century.

This wooden chair perfectly embodies the enduring Japanese concept of 'wabi-sabi'. Made from an ancient piece of wood characterized by significant fissures and gaps, the artist organically follows the essence of his material while fashioning it into a piece of art. In contrast to the organic essence of the material, the artist painstakingly put his human touch by creating a poetic sculptural shape.

With its impressive organic form and artistic ornamentation, the coffee table tells a story, and it is a philosophical one. It is about an ideal relationship between humans and nature, about acceptance and humbleness, about a beauty that is more akin to poetry, about the consciousness of "the perfect imperfection". Based on the patina and workmanship, we conservatively date the chair to the mid-19th century.

More Information

Origin:	Japan
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Burl.
Creation Date:	1850's
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	489951

Dimensions

W.	45.28 in;	H.	15.75 in;	D.	26.38 in;
W.	115 cm;	H.	40 cm;	D.	67 cm;

Message from Seller:

Goldwood is an eclectic furniture and decoration boutique based in Antwerp, Belgium. Founded by Boris Devis, the store features a stunning collection of high-end 20th century items, offering an exciting mixture of luxurious and decorative pieces that range from classic designs by the likes of Tobia Scarpa and Wim Rietveld, to antique pieces by unknown designers.

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