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Antique Japanese Lacquered Table Cabinet
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
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Antique Japanese Lacquered Table Cabinet

1900 - 1920
Description

A beautiful small lacquered tabletop cabinet dating from the early 20th Century. The cabinet is adorned with ornate engraved metal hinges, strapping and corner pieces and is decorated with traditional images of birds and flowers. It is an unusual shape with a drawer at the top above two doors opening to reveal 4 small drawers inside the cabinet, each with a delicate metal handle and decorated with images of foliage and leaves. There is a larger drawer below the doors with a nicely shaped front and it stands on small bracket feet.

The piece is in good condition for its age. There is some wear and rubbing to the lacquer in places and general signs of age and use but the hinges are in good order and the drawers are clean and tidy. There is no key but the closing latch works well. The metal work is slightly tarnished in places but overall it displays very well.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £10

Physical Dimensions
Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Declaration

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Japanese Lacquer Table Cabinet to the 1920s.

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SA1232259
Description
A beautiful small lacquered tabletop cabinet dating from the early 20th Century.
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The cabinet is adorned with ornate engraved metal hinges, strapping and corner pieces and is decorated with traditional images of birds and flowers.
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors

It is an unusual shape with a drawer at the top above two doors opening to reveal 4 small drawers inside the cabinet, each with a delicate metal handle and decorated with images of foliage and leaves. There is a larger drawer below the doors with a nicely shaped front and it stands on small bracket feet.

fig 1. A black lacquered Japanese tabletop cabinet featuring hand-painted botanical motifs and decorative engraved brass corner mounts.
fig 1. Antique Japanese Lacquered Table Cabinet

The piece is in good condition for its age. There is some wear and rubbing to the lacquer in places and general signs of age and use but the hinges are in good order and the drawers are clean and tidy. There is no key but the closing latch works well. The metal work is slightly tarnished in places but overall it displays very well.

The best description comes from the photos so please look at them all carefully and if you have any questions just ask.

Tracked UK Delivery £10

Height
22cm (8.66")
Width
27cm (10.63")
Depth
13cm (5.12")
Date of Manufacture

In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors has dated this Japanese Lacquer Table Cabinet to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1232259
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors
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Selling good quality victorian, georgian and earlier furniture, accessories & decorative items. Ashburton, devon. LAPADA member

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors Profile Page

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In A Nutshell Antiques and Interiors is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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A black lacquered Japanese tabletop cabinet featuring hand-painted botanical motifs and decorative engraved brass corner mounts.
Antique Japanese Lacquered Table Cabinet
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A black lacquered Japanese tabletop cabinet featuring hand-painted botanical motifs and decorative engraved brass corner mounts.
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Table cabinets, known traditionally as kodansu, were designed in Japan during the Edo and Meiji periods for small personal storage. These portable chests were expertly crafted using multi-layered urushi lacquer techniques to hold personal accessories, writing tools, or prized valuables.

These cabinets are typically constructed from a wooden core covered with sap from the Urushi tree to build a durable lacquer finish. Decoration often involves gold or bronze powders mixed with lacquer in maki-e techniques, completed with custom engraved brass or iron hardware.

Authentic period lacquer displays fine hand-painted details with slight depth, natural surface wear near handles, and authentic oxidisation on brass or copper fittings. Genuine urushi lacquer possesses a warm, smooth sheen that synthetic varnishes cannot replicate.

Place the cabinet on a sleek sideboard, desk, or mantelpiece to create a focal point. The dark finish and metallic highlights pair effectively with contrasting neutral backdrops, brass accents, and modern sculptural elements.

Dust the surface regularly with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, keeping the item away from direct sunlight and heat sources to prevent cracking or fading. Maintain balanced ambient humidity and avoid chemical cleaners or water on historic urushi finishes.
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