Antique Japanese Kumiko Ranma — Architectural Wood Decor, 1920, Taisho Era (SKU: 24N-73-2) - 1

Antique Japanese Kumiko Ranma Transom Panel — Architectural Wood Decor, 1920, Taisho Era (SKU: 24N-73-2)

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24N-73-2
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Dimensions: 66 1/4"W x 1"D x 18 3/4"H
Ship From Location: Berkeley, California

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Antique Japanese Kumiko Ranma Transom Panel — Architectural Wood Decor, 1920, Taisho Era (SKU: 24N-73-2)

Finely carved wooden ranma transom with intricate kumiko latticework

This antique Japanese ranma features a beautifully executed kumiko lattice pattern, hand-assembled from slender wooden strips without the use of nails. The rhythmic grid, formed by repeating geometric motifs, allows light and air to pass through while maintaining a refined sense of privacy, typical of traditional washitsu (tatami rooms).

Framed in a contrasting dark outer border that highlights the warm natural tone of the inner lattice, this panel can be displayed horizontally as an architectural accent, wall art, or incorporated into a custom shoji-style partition. Its balanced proportions and precise joinery make it an elegant example of early 20th-century Japanese interior craftsmanship.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Taishō period (early 20th century, c. 1920s)
  • Material: Wood (natural finish kumiko lattice with dark-stained frame)
  • Use: Traditional ranma transom, decorative wall panel, or interior architectural element
  • Features: Handcrafted kumiko latticework; geometric repeating pattern; dark wooden frame; classic Japanese ranma design suitable for shoji-inspired interiors
  • Dimensions: 66 1/4"W x 1"D x 18 3/4"H
  • Condition: Excellent, with minor age-appropriate wear to the frame

A versatile antique ranma that brings authentic Japanese architectural character and the quiet beauty of kumiko craftsmanship into any space.

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.

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.

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size:
66 1/4"W x 1"D x 18 3/4"H