Antique Japanese Ko Tansu Compact Chest — Kirinoki, 1920, Taisho Era (SKU: 25M-G331) - 1

Antique Japanese Ko Tansu Compact Chest — Kirinoki, 1920, Taisho Era (SKU: 25M-G331)

SKU:
25M-G331
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Dimensions: 23 3/4"W x 11 3/4"D x 21 1/2"H
Restoration & Inspection by: Yamada
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Antique Japanese Ko Tansu Compact Chest — 1920s, Taisho Era (SKU: 25M-G331)

Quiet Elegance in Every Drawer

Delicately proportioned and deeply evocative, this Taisho-era tansu reflects the heart of Japanese domestic life in the early 20th century. Crafted to serve without show, it likely stood in a merchant’s home, its drawers cradling important items with quiet dignity.

With sliding doors above and varied drawers below, this piece blends both visual interest and practical function. Its unassuming charm and warm wood grain speak to wabi-sabi aesthetics—where beauty is found in simplicity and age.

  • Origin: Japan

  • Era: 1920s, Taisho Era

  • Material: Kirinoki

  • Use: Multi-purpose storage

  • Features: Dual sliding doors, tiered drawers, metal ring pulls

  • Dimensions: 23 3/4"W x 11 3/4"D x 21 1/2"H 

  • Condition: Excellent, with rich patina and clean lines

This chest invites you to rediscover the poetry of order and quiet beauty in daily living.

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 11 3/4"D x 21 1/2"H
inspector:
Yamada