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Antique Japanese Small Box - 1920s Taisho Era (25D-458-1-1)

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Dimensions: 11"W x 7"D x 10 1/2"H
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Antique Japanese Small Box, 1920s (SKU 25D-458-1-1)

Taishō-era wooden small box with graceful metal fittings and portable handle.

This charming antique Japanese small box is crafted in warm-toned hardwood with a beautifully figured grain to the drawer fronts. The compact chest-style form offers two small upper drawers over three deeper drawers it's designed to store small items. The top carry handle is ideal for carry around tool box.

Iron pulls with subtle decorative backplates, traditional joinery at the corners and a sturdy top carry handle give this piece the quiet presence of Taishō-period tansu furniture. A lovely addition for collectors of Japanese antiques, it also works perfectly today as a desktop organizer, jewelry chest or small storage cabinet, bringing a touch of vintage atelier character to any interior.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Taishō period (circa 1920s)
  • Material: Hardwood and softwood with metal fittings
  • Use: Small Box, small tansu-style storage
  • Features: Two small top drawers and three larger drawers; iron drawer pulls with decorative backplates; top carry handle; visible wood grain; traditional joinery; rich aged patina with light surface wear consistent with use
  • Dimensions: 11"W x 7"D x 10 1/2"H
  • Condition: Very good vintage condition with age-appropriate marks and patina

A versatile Taishō-era small box that adds authentic Japanese warmth and practical storage to modern spaces.

 

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.

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