Antique Japanese Mirror Chest — Wood, 1920, Taisho Era (SKU: 25M-499)

Antique Japanese Mirror Chest — Wood, 1920, Taisho Era (SKU: 25M-499)

SKU:
25M-499
$290.00
IMPORTED FROM JAPAN
Size: 18 1/2"W x 10"D x 36"H
Ship From Location: Berkeley, California
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Antique Japanese Kyodai Mirror Chest — Kiri & Keyaki Wood, 1920s, Taisho Era
Reflections of Radiance, Cradled in Art Deco Grace

A striking blend of Japanese tradition and modernist flair, this kyōdai (鏡台) from the Taisho era captures a bold yet elegant presence. Crafted from warm-toned kiri (paulownia) and richly patterned keyaki (zelkova) wood, the piece boasts clean lines and subtle contrasts that echo early 20th-century design innovation. The mirror’s frame, gently rounded and set at a graceful tilt, invites quiet contemplation in the midst of morning rituals.

Below the mirror rests a cleverly designed base, featuring drawers and a side compartment with chrome handles that subtly reflect the era’s embrace of both practicality and aesthetic refinement. Once used by kimono-clad women kneeling on tatami floors, this piece now brings a touch of serene Japanese heritage to modern homes and collectors of authentic design.

  • Origin: Japan

  • Era: 1920s, Taisho period

  • Material: Kiri (paulownia) and keyaki (zelkova) wood, with metal drawer pulls

  • Use: Personal grooming chest; traditional vanity for hair and makeup

  • Features: Adjustable tilting mirror, central drawer, dual side compartments, lockable cabinet, minimalist deco lines

  • Dimensions: 18 1/2"W x 10"D x 36"H

  • Condition: Excellent antique condition; mirror shows appropriate aging, wood has a soft, warm patina

A mirror like this doesn’t just reflect faces—it captures eras, elegance, and the quiet artistry of everyday beauty.

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size:
18 1/2"W x 10"D x 36"H