Antique Japanese Small Storage Box With Kirinoki, 5 drawers — 1920, Taisho Era (SKU: 25M-336-2)

Antique Japanese Small Storage Box — 1920, Taisho Era
A Compact Masterpiece of Function and Form

This antique Japanese small storage box, crafted in the 1920s during the elegant Taisho Era, is a perfect blend of practicality and historical charm. Its clean-lined form and minimalist design reflect the Japanese aesthetic of understated beauty and thoughtful craftsmanship.

Comprising five drawers with slender metal handles, this piece was likely used as a sewing or document chest. Despite its modest size, it offers impressive storage potential, ideal for organizing letters, tools, jewelry, art supplies, or cherished keepsakes. The natural wood grain and warm, honeyed patina tell a story of decades of gentle use and preservation.

Whether used on a desk, dresser, or as part of a curated vintage display, this box brings timeless character and authentic Japanese heritage to any setting.

• Origin: Japan

• Era: 1920s, Taisho Period

• Material: Solid kiri wood with metal hardware

• Color: Natural warm brown with visible wood grain

• Dimensions: 9 1/2" W x 12" D x 14" H

• Condition: Excellent antique condition with age-appropriate wear

An excellent choice for vintage collectors, minimalists, or lovers of Japanese design seeking both function and timeless style in a compact footprint.