Antique Japanese Kimono Tansu Chest With Keyaki In The Entire front, Distinctive Hardware - 1920s Taisho Era (25D-A481-1)

Antique Japanese Kimono Tansu Chest With Distinctive Hardware, 1920s (SKU 25D-A481-1)

Taishō-era kimono tansu with rich grain, deep patina, and refined metalwork accents.

This elegant Japanese kimono tansu is crafted in two stacking sections, typical of early 20th-century storage chests designed for folded silk garments and obi. The warm, dark finish highlights the vivid wood grain, while the façade is rhythmically arranged with graduated drawers and a pair of upper sliding doors, creating a tall, architectural presence in the room.

Distinctive hardware punctuates the design: chrysanthemum-style lock escutcheons, graceful bail pulls, and a charming cloisonné-like medallion set into the indigo-toned sliding doors. Multiple drawers of varying depths, including a bank of small interior drawers, offer highly functional storage, making this antique tansu a practical statement piece for modern interiors.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Taishō period (circa 1920s)
• Material: Hardwood carcass with softwood drawer interiors; metal hardware; fabric-covered sliding doors
• Use: Traditional kimono tansu for storing kimono, obi, and personal accessories; ideal today as a bedroom chest, linen storage, or entryway statement piece
• Features: Two-piece stacking construction; multiple full-width drawers; interior bank of small drawers; locking center drawers with key; indigo sliding doors with distinctive hardware and floral medallion; chrysanthemum-inspired escutcheons; rich original patina
• Dimensions: 37"W x 18"D x 63"H
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light wear and patina consistent with age

A beautifully preserved kimono tansu that brings authentic Taishō-era character and refined Japanese craftsmanship to any space.

We use professional studio lighting to highlight the natural character of the wood. As a result, the tone may appear slightly warmer than under natural daylight.

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.