A Japanese cypress apothecary cabinet, Meiji period (1868-1912), circa 1890, an impressive, two tier glazed apothecary cabinet. The top section with a two shelf cabinet with three drawers, the bottom section with two shelves and two drawers, both sections lined with Japanese paper and with iron handles. 172 cm high, 94 cm wide, 42 cm deep
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- Circa - A Latin term meaning 'about', often used in the antique trade to give an approximate date for the piece, usually considered to be five years on either side of the circa year. Thus, circa 1900 means the piece was made about 1900, probably between 1895 and 1905. The expression is sometimes abbreviated to c.1900.
- Tier - One or more under-shelves of a table or cabinet.
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Japanese furniture, item types