Japanese Modernist Five-Drawer Chest, 1956

Item Details

This mid-century modern four-drawer dresser features a utilitarian design constructed from stained plywood and was completed in May 1956. The chest is configured with two side-by-side top drawers over two full-width lower drawers, all fitted with distinctive oversized cylindrical wooden bar pulls. An original paper inspection label remains on the reverse, identifying the inspector as K. Suzuki and providing a specific production date. The piece sits on a recessed plinth base and displays a dark brown stained finish. The drawer interiors reveal simple nailed construction.

Condition

- overall with various scratches, marks, nicks, abrasions and wear consistent with age and use; heavy finish wear and losses; scuffs; chips; discolorations.

Dimensions

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Item #

ITMGS47474