Antique Japanese Small Chest (Ko-Tansu) With Kirinoki — 1920s, Taisho Era (SKU: 25M-G330) - 1

Antique Japanese Small Chest (Ko-Tansu) With Kirinoki — 1920s, Taisho Era (SKU: 25M-G330)

SKU:
25M-G330
$850.00
IMPORTED FROM JAPAN
Dimensions: 23 3/4”W x 12”D x 19”H
Restoration & Inspection by: Yamashita
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Antique Japanese Small Chest (Ko-Tansu) With Kirinoki — 1920s, Taishō Era
A Graceful Companion of Everyday Elegance in Lightweight Kirinoki

This refined ko-tansu (small chest), crafted in the 1920s during Japan’s Taishō Era, captures the harmonious blend of form and function that defines traditional Japanese design. Made from Kirinoki (Paulownia wood)—a prized material known for its light weight, fire resistance, and smooth grain—this piece was likely cherished in a merchant’s home or used for storing personal valuables.

At the heart of its design are two sliding panel doors, flanked by seven drawers of various sizes. The drawers are fitted with original hand-forged iron pulls, their aged patina offering a beautiful contrast to the warm, honeyed tone of the wood. A single drawer retains its keyhole plate, once used to protect essential documents or treasured items.

Despite its compact size, the chest exudes a quiet authority. It’s perfect for use as an accent cabinet, a jewelry or keepsake box, or simply as a display of Japanese craftsmanship and history.

  • Origin: Japan

  • Era: 1920s, Taishō Period

  • Material: Kirinoki (Paulownia Wood)

  • Color: Light natural brown with dark iron hardware

  • Dimensions: 23 3/4”W x 12”D x 19”H

  • Condition: Excellent antique condition with gentle wear consistent with age

A timeless storage piece that honors the beauty of simplicity—light in weight, rich in soul.

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

Additional Information
size:
23 3/4”W x 12”D x 19”H
inspector:
Yamashita