Antique Japanese Kimono Chest — Kirinoki, 1920, Taisho Era (SKU: 25M-A307)

Antique Japanese Kimono Chest — Kirinoki, 1920, Taisho Era (SKU: 25M-A307)

SKU:
25M-A307
$1,450.00
IMPORTED FROM JAPAN
Size: 37"W x 16 1/2"D x 64 3/4"H
Restoration & Inspection by: Yamada
Ship From Location: Berkeley, California
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Antique Japanese Kimono Chest (Tansu) — 1920s, Taisho Era (SKU A307)
A Chest of Grace and Quiet Nobility

This stunning vintage Ishō Tansu (衣装箪笥), handcrafted in the 1920s during Japan’s Taisho era, radiates timeless refinement and natural poise. Used traditionally to store layers of kimono, this chest was once an indispensable part of daily life—holding not just fabric, but memories, rituals, and generational care.

The chest is crafted from lustrous kiri (paulownia) wood, selected for its lightness and resistance to humidity—ideal for protecting fine textiles. The gracefully paneled upper cabinet doors open to reveal ample inner storage, secured with beautifully intricate black iron escutcheons and a functioning key. Below, three spacious drawers offer balance in both form and utility, each adorned with elegant iron pulls. The clean lines and warm woodgrain reflect a spirit of simplicity, restraint, and Japanese harmony.

  • Origin: Japan

  • Era: 1920s, Taisho Era

  • Material: Kiri (paulownia) wood, iron hardware

  • Use: Kimono chest, wardrobe storage, decorative statement piece

  • Features: Two-paneled cabinet with lock/key, three lower drawers, original iron fittings

  • Dimensions: 37"W x 16 1/2"D x 64 3/4"H

  • Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of age; lock and key intact

A vessel of quiet sophistication, this tansu preserves the past with dignity—ready to lend its calm beauty and thoughtful craftsmanship to a modern home.

Additional Information
size:
37"W x 16 1/2"D x 64 3/4"H
inspector:
Yamada