Maison & Objet Paris

All Before Vintage Furniture pieces are numbered, such as “#3” or “#15”.

Even if they are the same model, no two pieces are identical due to the nature of the wood we use.

This is why each piece is numbered as proof of uniqueness.

Recorded with each number is a variety of information, including “year,” “type of furniture,” “design,” “size,” “species of tree,” “price at time of sale,” “purchaser,” and “repair history”.

If a purchased piece is no longer needed by an owner, we may buy it back, and in that case we may be able to offer a higher amount than the original purchase price, taking into account the rarity and the number of years since its manufacture.

It is not unlike how we think of vintage wine.

We hope that Before Vintage Furniture will be able to offer you the “pleasure of seeing a transformation into vintage” as well.

1. Materials with Untapped Potential

• We use wood sourced from the market that is undervalued due to imperfections like knots and cracks—akin to irregularly shaped vegetables.
• Despite their inherent quality, these materials are often discarded or repurposed as fuel. We see beauty in their unique character and give them new life.

2. Craftsmanship and Traditional Techniques for Durability

• These materials are challenging to work with, requiring the expertise of skilled artisans.
• Using traditional Japanese joinery techniques, we create furniture that combines high durability with exceptional quality.

3. Comprehensive Traceability for Long-Term Value

• Every piece of furniture is assigned a unique number for detailed record-keeping, including design, price, wood type, dimensions, delivery destination, and repair history.
• We believe the true value of furniture lies in its ability to grow more beautiful over time with care and use.

4. Buyback Program with Added Value

• When a piece of furniture is no longer needed, we offer a buyback service.
• Typically, we guarantee the original price, adding value with a 2% annual compound increase.
• Once reclaimed, the furniture is resold under the **VINTAGE** label, ensuring it continues its journey with new owners.

This concept reflects our mission: to transform materials once destined for waste into timeless pieces.

With our buyback program, customers can enjoy their furniture without financial risk, knowing its value will be preserved or even enhanced.

Above all, we take pride in crafting furniture with beautiful proportions and the enduring quality to one day be considered vintage—furniture made to last, to be cherished, and to tell a story.

BVF offers worldwide shipping from the Okhotsk area of Japan. (Some shipping destinations are excluded.)

Delivery times may vary depending on the product and destination, and shipping costs are quoted on a case-by-case basis to ensure the best possible delivery conditions.

In-stock items will be shipped up to 7 days after confirming the order and payment.

Items to be produced will be shipped up to 2 to 3 months after confirming the order and payment.

If a product is out of stock, or more time is needed for any reason, BVF will contact the customer directly.

Please enjoy your time with BVF.