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Japanese Wabi Sabi Low Table, Japan mid-20th century

Offered by: H. Gallery

Description
Grounded both figuratively and physically, this stunning low table 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.

This low table has the same aesthetic and function as some traditional Asian low tables, including the Korean soban, the Chinese kang, or the Japanese chabudai. This type of table is always short-legged and is still used in traditional homes. Their height typically ranges from just 15 cm to a maximum height of 30 cm. As for their purposes, they can be used in numerous ways, such as study tables, work benches, or dinner tables. This may seem strange from a Western perspective, however, the grounded, cosy look and the inherent organic charm of this style has found its way into modern spaces as well. This is no coincidence, as in most Western cultures, there was an early emphasis on wood as well, as it connected everyday objects, such as furniture to nature. The surface of this low table is larger than its Asian relatives’ which is advantageous when the goal is showing off the material’s natural beauty. The design is pared-down, and uncluttered with unnecessary ornament in a true wabi sabi manner. In this side table the horizontal and vertical lines and surfaces are emphasized with clear edges simple joinery. The slender legs are carved from a single piece of wood, further adding to the grounded, earthy aesthetic.

Long before the mid-century, Japanese designers and craftsmen believed that furniture should be shorn of aesthetic detail and be an amalgam of form and function. This table, while shorn of decoration but not aesthetic details, is a beautiful example of this mindset and the timeless charm of traditional craftsmanship.

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

Dimensions:
63.18 in W x 21.65 in D x 6.1 in H
160.5 cm W x 55 cm D x 15.5 cm H

Shipping:
This low table will be packed and shipped with the greatest care 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:	Japan
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Wood
Condition:	Good. In good vintage condition. Wear consistent with age and use. Cracks and marks on the wood.
Creation Date:	Mid-20th century
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Mid Century
Dealer Reference #:	20221348
Incollect Reference #:	604392

Dimensions

W.	63.19 in;	H.	6.1 in;	D.	21.65 in;
W.	160.5 cm;	H.	15.5 cm;	D.	55 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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