Antique Japanese Ko Tansu Small Chest With Floral Motif Hikido Sliding Door And Multi-sized Drawers - 1920s Taisho Era (25D-G006)

Antique Japanese Ko Tansu Small Chest With Floral Motif Hikido Sliding Door And Multi Sized Drawers, 1910s, Taisho Era (SKU 25D-G006)

Compact Taisho-era ko tansu with charming floral hikido and beautifully balanced multi-sized drawers.

This antique Japanese ko tansu (small chest) showcases the refined simplicity of early 20th-century cabinetry. The warm, straight-grain wood case is fronted by a practical arrangement of multi-sized drawers, each fitted with classic iron warabite-style pulls that sit comfortably in the hand and lend a subtle, understated presence.

Above, a pair of hikido sliding doors introduces a softer note, their papered panels stenciled with a repeating floral motif reminiscent of chrysanthemums against a dotted ground. Together, the floral motif hikido and varied drawer configuration make this small chest ideal as an accent storage piece for textiles, stationery, or tea utensils, bringing authentic Taisho-era character into a modern interior.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Taisho period (c. 1910s–1920s)
• Material: Wood with papered sliding doors and iron hardware
• Use: Small storage chest for clothing accessories, documents, or household items
• Features: Traditional ko tansu form; floral motif hikido sliding doors; multi sized drawers; original iron pulls and escutcheons; warm natural finish
• Dimensions: 24"W x 13"D x 24 3/8"H
• Condition: Very good vintage condition with light wear and patina consistent with age

A versatile, display-ready ko tansu that adds both storage and a gentle touch of Taisho-era Japan 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.