Authentic 1957 Mid-Century Art with Built-In Secret Compartment
PHP 2,500
Lightly used
Mailing
Cavite
Condition
Description
Posted
3 weeks ago
Origin of goods
Japan
Looking for a unique centerpiece that combines art, deep international history, and practical functionality? This is a rare find for collectors of Mid-Century Modern, retro, and Japanese vintage aesthetics. 🖼️ HISTORICAL PEDIGREE & DESIGN: • The Exact Date (April 29, 1957): The canvas features a perfectly matching historical timestamp. The lower-left corner bears the gallery/inventory code "4/29" (April 29), while the signature in the lower-right is marked "57" (1957). • The Emperor's Birthday Connection: This piece was completed precisely on April 29, 1957—a highly significant national holiday in Japan marking the official birthday of Emperor Hirohito (Shōwa Day). It is a literal time capsule from the 1950s. • Premium Japanese Custom Framing: Housed in its original Double-Frame / Floating Frame setup. The back retains its official vintage metal plaque from SANKAKUDO NAGOYA, a highly respected, historic artisan frame maker in Japan. 🔒 SPECIAL FEATURE: THE SECRET COMPARTMENT • More than just a piece of fine art, the structural layout of this professional double-frame leaves a discreet, hollow inner compartment behind the main canvas. • When hung against a wall or closed up, it serves as a covert secret vault / safe perfect for hiding high-value personal belongings such as important legal documents (titles, passports), jewelry, or emergency cash. No one looking at the painting will ever suspect what is hidden behind it! ✨ STYLE & CONDITION: • A beautiful, minimalist post-impressionist tree landscape study rendered in calming, natural tones (muted yellows, greens, and earth browns). • The original off-white wooden frame shows authentic, light character aging along the edges, giving it that highly sought-after 1950s retro charm rather than looking like a mass-produced modern replica. 19x18 inches
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Efren Jabe Retiro
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4 reviews
4 months
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Rare item, very reasonably priced. Seller is very responsible & timely with updates on shipment. Came with nice freebie.


Japan item
PHP 50

One of the best sellers I've had the pleasure of dealing with here on this platform. Made sure to really communicate transparently, packaged my item incredibly securely, and kept me updated throughout.
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