Posted 3 years ago
buffer7676
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I just purchased this coffee table from a private seller who said it was an "antique Japanese" coffee table. I don't know about "antique", but I would say it is at least vintage. More importantly, I am just trying to identify a maker. The base is a very heavy metal / iron. The finish is somewhat textured and a mottled color. In my opinion, the style has a nod to art nouveau and the simple lines of Japanese aesthetic. Regardless, I love it! I would love to hear from this community if anyone has ideas on the origin/style/etc. Thank you!
![[GN1-04-5-15] Japanese Sword: NBTHK Masahori Katana in Shirasaya & Koshirae](https://i.ebayimg.com/thumbs/images/g/KTUAAOSwEglmI~L-/s-l225.jpg)
![[GN1-04-5-02] Japanese Sword: Mumei Tanto in Katana Koshirae](https://i.ebayimg.com/thumbs/images/g/aN8AAOSwDEVmIqiK/s-l225.jpg)
![[GN1-04-5-14] Japanese Sword: Mumei Katana in Shirasaya & Koshirae + Tsunagi](https://i.ebayimg.com/thumbs/images/g/g2gAAOSwjTVmI-1-/s-l225.jpg)
I would think around 1980 or 1982 based on when I was looking for a new coffee table and they had them priced from reasonable to kindom come !~
Thank you Phil D Morris! Any idea of the manufacturer or retailer?
It is late 20th century.
Two year dating is suspect unless the manufacturer/ specific model # is identified.
No such thing as an antique coffee table-- they have only existed since the mid 20th century (about 1940).
scott
Coffee tables actually I have read began in the 1920's. I remember going to my fave auctions in the late 70's and early 80's and buying coffee tables. none really appealed to me. Some from the 50's were nice but I got my gem from a garage sale, and I was offered lots for it but never sold it.