Antique Japanese Small Chest Ko Tansu — Kirinoki, 1920, Taisho Era (SKU: 25M-G332) - 1

Antique Japanese Small Chest Ko Tansu — Kirinoki, 1920, Taisho Era (SKU: 25M-G332)

SKU:
25M-G332
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Dimensions: 26"W x 13"D x 27 1/4"H
Restoration & Inspection by: Yamada
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Antique Japanese Small Chest Ko Tansu — 1920s, Taisho Era (SKU: 25M-G332)

Balanced, Humble, Beautifully Enduring

A refined expression of Taisho-era living, this small tansu combines function and tradition with a whisper of refined taste. The vertical arrangement of drawers and sliding doors suggests it served in a tea room or dressing area—where everything had its place, and nothing was unnecessary.

Built with impeccable proportions and understated detail, it showcases Japan’s enduring reverence for order, material quality, and harmony in space. Each drawer offers a gentle invitation to pause and appreciate craft over clutter.

  • Origin: Japan

  • Era: 1920s, Taisho Era

  • Material: Hardwood with kiri elements

  • Use: Household or tea ceremony storage

  • Features: Sliding doors, multiple drawers, hand-forged hardware

  • Dimensions: 26"W x 13"D x 27 1/4"H

  • Condition: Excellent, with light signs of age

A timeless heirloom that hums with the quiet dignity of Japanese daily life.

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:
26"W x 13"D x 27 1/4"H
inspector:
Yamada