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Fabulous Antique Japanese Red Lacquer Hardwood Display Cabinet
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Fabulous Antique Japanese Red Lacquer Hardwood Display Cabinet

19th century
Sold 1 January 1900 · London City Antiques
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Description

A striking antique Japanese display cabinet crafted in richly toned hardwood and finished in a deep red lacquer. The cabinet is beautifully detailed throughout with finely carved panels and an elegant architectural form that reflects traditional Japanese design.

The upper section is crowned with a distinctive pagoda style gallery adding height and presence while reinforcing its Eastern influence. Below a glazed door opens to reveal a highly decorative interior fitted with shaped shelves and carved back panels designed to display porcelain works of art or treasured objects. The flowing arrangement of the shelves gives the piece movement and visual interest, setting it apart from more standard cabinets.

Raised on graceful cabriole legs with carved detailing the cabinet combines refinement and practicality. Pieces such as this were used to display important objects within the home reflecting both status and appreciation for craftsmanship.

The rich red lacquer finish enhances the depth of the carving and gives the cabinet a warm inviting tone that works beautifully in both traditional and contemporary interiors. A highly decorative and unusual example.

Condition:

Good antique condition with age related wear. The lacquer has a pleasing tone with minor marks consistent with age and use. The cabinet is structurally sound and displays well.

Dimensions:

Height: 217 cm (85.43 in)

Width: 137 cm (53.94 in)

Depth: 47 cm (18.50 in)

Shelf heights (top to bottom):

21 cm (8.27 in), 29.5 cm (11.61 in), 27.5 cm (10.83 in), 30 cm (11.81 in), 26 cm (10.24 in), 35 cm (13.78 in), 22 cm (8.66 in)

Date: 1860

Origin: Japanese

Physical Dimensions
Height
217cm (85.43")
Width
137cm (53.94")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Declaration

London City Antiques has dated this Japanese Carved Display Cabinet to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1204486
Dealers Internal Reference
3049
Dealers Notes

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Description
A striking antique Japanese display cabinet crafted in richly toned hardwood and finished in a deep red lacquer.
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The cabinet is beautifully detailed throughout with finely carved panels and an elegant architectural form that reflects traditional Japanese design.
London City Antiques
fig 1. An antique Japanese carved hardwood display cabinet featuring a pagoda crest, glazed front, asymmetrical internal shelves, and carved cabriole legs.
fig 1. Fabulous Antique Japanese Red Lacquer Hardwood Display Cabinet

The upper section is crowned with a distinctive pagoda style gallery adding height and presence while reinforcing its Eastern influence. Below a glazed door opens to reveal a highly decorative interior fitted with shaped shelves and carved back panels designed to display porcelain works of art or treasured objects. The flowing arrangement of the shelves gives the piece movement and visual interest, setting it apart from more standard cabinets.

fig 2. An antique Japanese carved hardwood display cabinet featuring a pagoda crest, glazed front, asymmetrical internal shelves, and carved cabriole legs.
fig 2. Fabulous Antique Japanese Red Lacquer Hardwood Display Cabinet

Raised on graceful cabriole legs with carved detailing the cabinet combines refinement and practicality. Pieces such as this were used to display important objects within the home reflecting both status and appreciation for craftsmanship.

fig 3. An antique Japanese carved hardwood display cabinet featuring a pagoda crest, glazed front, asymmetrical internal shelves, and carved cabriole legs.
fig 3. Fabulous Antique Japanese Red Lacquer Hardwood Display Cabinet

The rich red lacquer finish enhances the depth of the carving and gives the cabinet a warm inviting tone that works beautifully in both traditional and contemporary interiors. A highly decorative and unusual example.

fig 4. An antique Japanese carved hardwood display cabinet featuring a pagoda crest, glazed front, asymmetrical internal shelves, and carved cabriole legs.
fig 4. Fabulous Antique Japanese Red Lacquer Hardwood Display Cabinet

Condition:

Good antique condition with age related wear. The lacquer has a pleasing tone with minor marks consistent with age and use. The cabinet is structurally sound and displays well.

Dimensions:

Height: 217 cm (85.43 in)

fig 5. An antique Japanese carved hardwood display cabinet featuring a pagoda crest, glazed front, asymmetrical internal shelves, and carved cabriole legs.
fig 5. Fabulous Antique Japanese Red Lacquer Hardwood Display Cabinet

Width: 137 cm (53.94 in)

Depth: 47 cm (18.50 in)

Shelf heights (top to bottom):

21 cm (8.27 in), 29.5 cm (11.61 in), 27.5 cm (10.83 in), 30 cm (11.81 in), 26 cm (10.24 in), 35 cm (13.78 in), 22 cm (8.66 in)

Date: 1860

Origin: Japanese

Height
217cm (85.43")
Width
137cm (53.94")
Depth
47cm (18.50")
Date of Manufacture

London City Antiques has dated this Japanese Carved Display Cabinet to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1204486
Dealers Internal Ref
3049
London City Antiques
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At london city antiques we specialise in fine english antiques

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An antique Japanese carved hardwood display cabinet featuring a pagoda crest, glazed front, asymmetrical internal shelves, and carved cabriole legs.
Fabulous Antique Japanese Red Lacquer Hardwood Display Cabinet
Ref: SA1204486
An antique Japanese carved hardwood display cabinet featuring a pagoda crest, glazed front, asymmetrical internal shelves, and carved cabriole legs.
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  • ObjectDisplay Cabinets
  • Period19th century
  • StyleJapanese Meiji Period
  • MaterialHardwood, Glass, Lacquer
  • ColourDeep Reddish Brown
  • MotifsPagoda cresting, Asymmetrical interior shelving, Carved cabriole legs, Glazed single door
  • SizeH 217 cm (85 in) x W 137 cm (54 in) x D 47 cm (19 in)

A Shodana is a traditional Japanese display cabinet constructed specifically to exhibit valuable ornaments, ceramics, and treasures. Characterised by asymmetrical shelf arrangements, open compartments, and intricate carved detailing, these cabinets often feature pagoda-style crests and lacquer finishes.

Traditional Japanese display cabinets are typically crafted using dense hardwoods such as keyaki (Japanese zelkova), rosewood, mahogany, or ebony. The frames are frequently accented with natural urushi lacquer, carved relief panels, and fitted glass panels.

Authentic pieces from the Meiji period typically display detailed hand-carved floral or mythological motifs, asymmetrical interior layout, traditional joinery methods without modern screws, and genuine dark lacquer finishes showing gentle, natural surface wear.

Dust regularly using a dry, soft microfiber cloth to avoid scratching the surface. Keep the cabinet away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity levels to prevent the hardwood from warping or the protective lacquer from cracking.

A Japanese display cabinet functions as a focal statement piece in modern rooms. Interior designers often position these units against neutral walls, using the internal asymmetrical shelves to display modern art glass, studio pottery, or curated book collections.
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