Antique Japanese Geta Bako Shoe Chest — Wooden Entryway Cabinet With Sliding Doors - 1920s Taisho Era (25D-G053)

Antique Japanese Geta Bako Shoe Chest Entryway Cabinet With Sliding Doors, Wood (SKU 25D-G053)

Taishō-era geta bako with refined sliding doors, perfect for a serene Japanese-style entryway.

This antique wooden geta bako (shoe chest) embodies the understated elegance of a traditional Japanese genkan. Crafted with beautifully figured wood grain front panels and simple rectilinear lines, the cabinet features twin sliding doors accented by slender horizontal rails and pale pulls that provide a subtle contrast against the warm brown façade.

Inside, open shelving offers practical storage for geta, zori, or modern footwear, while the solid plinth base and cut-out feet lend quiet stability. Whether used as an authentic entryway cabinet, a compact tansu for linens, or a display piece in a wabi-sabi interior, this shoe chest brings the calm presence and craftsmanship of early 20th-century Japan into today’s home.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Taishō period (early 20th century)
• Material: Wood with composite or bone-style door pulls
• Use: Geta bako shoe storage cabinet for the genkan or versatile small tansu
• Features: Twin sliding doors; striking wood grain panels; horizontal slat detailing; pale contrasting pulls; raised plinth base with cut-out feet; open interior shelving for organized shoe storage
• Dimensions: 22 3/4"W x 13 3/4"D x 26 1/2"H
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light wear and patina consistent with age

A timeless geta bako that adds authentic Japanese character and functional elegance to any entryway or interior.

All vintage and antique items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.