Antique Japanese folding coffee table in wood – Japan, circa 1920

This antique Japanese folding coffee table is a wooden floor table with folding turned legs. It originates from Japan, from the Taisho era, when domestic life took place at the level of the tatami. These low tables were used for eating, writing, or having tea while sitting on the tatami. The folding legs allowed it to be stored flat when not in use. The top is made of wood, probably Japanese cedar (sugi), with a slight peripheral edge. The turned legs fold under the top using hardware. The wood retains a warm patina and the gentle marks of use. The surface appears authentic, without any restoration that masks it. Today, it is used as a coffee table, tea table, or low side table. It fits into wabi-sabi, japandi, and minimalist interiors, where it brings warmth and texture. Details Dimensions: Length 76 cm – Depth 59 cm – Height 30 cm Style: Japanese Materials and techniques: Wood of Japanese cedar (sugi), probably; folding turned legs; iron hardware. Place of origin: Japan Period: Taisho era Date of manufacture: Circa 1920 Condition / Observations: Good. Wood with warm patina and gentle marks of use; functional folding mechanism. Wear consistent with age and use.