Antique Japanese Kiridame Box (SKU: 25D-464-1) -

Antique Japanese Kiridame Box - 1920s Taisho Era (25D-464-1)

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25D-464-1
$280.00
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Antique Japanese Kiridame Box, 1920s (SKU 25D-464-1)

Tiered Taishō-era kiridame stacking box with warm persimmon-toned finish

This antique Japanese kiridame box forms an elegant stepped tower of nested trays, each fitting neatly inside the next to create a striking architectural silhouette. Crafted in softwood and finished in a rich, reddish-brown stain, the piece embodies the understated utility of early 20th-century Japanese household furnishings while offering strong sculptural presence for contemporary interiors.

Traditionally, kiridame boxes were used in the kitchen or zashiki to organize ingredients, serving pieces, or seasonal utensils, then stacked away when not in use. This example’s clean planes, visible joinery, and gently worn surfaces speak to years of careful use, making it an ideal accent for wabi-sabi, mingei-inspired, or minimalist spaces as a functional storage object or display pedestal.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Taishō period (circa 1920s)
  • Material: Softwood with stained finish
  • Use: Kiridame stacking box for storage or display
  • Features: Multi-tiered nest of boxes, stepped tower profile, warm persimmon-red tone, simple mingei aesthetic, visible grain and age-appropriate patina
  • Dimensions: --
  • Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minor wear, surface marks, and small imperfections consistent with age and use

A versatile Taishō-era kiridame that brings authentic Japanese character and sculptural form to any room.

 

As part of our mission to preserve and share Japanese craftsmanship, we offer antiques that were made not just to be admired, but to be used. These pieces were crafted for everyday life, and we honor their purpose by ensuring they can continue to be enjoyed and lived with today.

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.