Antique Japanese Three Section Kimono tansu, Taisho era 1912-1926 | SKU: 26J-A032

Antique Japanese Three Section Kimono tansu, Taisho era 1912-1926 | SKU: 26J-A032

A tall, stacking Kimono tansu in warm honey-toned wood, fitted throughout with floral-escutcheon iron hardware -- a rare and complete example of Taisho-era Japanese antique furniture.

A Kimono tansu is a traditional Japanese clothing chest designed to store folded kimono and fine textiles with care, keeping delicate fabrics flat and protected from dust and insects. This handcrafted Japanese tansu chest dates to the Taisho era (1912-1926), a period celebrated for its refined joinery and increasingly elegant hardware design. The body is constructed from kiri wood (paulownia), the classic choice for kimono storage thanks to its natural moisture regulation and light weight, with secondary woods visible in the lighter-toned drawer interiors. The exterior presents a warm, straight-grained surface that has mellowed beautifully over a century of use. The piece is built in a stacking format -- the upper section features a sliding-door cabinet opening to reveal shelved compartments, ideal for storing folded accessories or lacquerware, while a row of smaller side-by-side drawers sits just below. The lower sections step down through a series of progressively deeper full-width drawers, each fitted with a cast metal D-ring pull suspended from a decorative floral escutcheon. Iron corner brackets and side hardware reinforce the stacking joints and add to the chest's authoritative presence. The consistent honey-amber patina across all sections speaks to careful, single-household provenance typical of the finest antique Japanese craft.

At 63 inches tall and 37 inches wide, this Kimono tansu commands a room with quiet authority while remaining deeply functional. In a modern bedroom, it serves as an exceptional dresser or wardrobe alternative -- the varied drawer depths accommodate everything from folded linens and knitwear in the deep lower drawers to accessories, scarves, and jewelry in the smaller upper drawers, while the shelved cabinet compartment is perfect for displaying curated objects or storing books. Its warm wood tone and wabi-sabi aesthetic make it equally at home as a statement entryway furniture piece -- a place to store seasonal items, bags, and shoes with elegance. Interior design enthusiasts working in a Japandi style will appreciate how its clean horizontal lines and understated iron hardware anchor a living room or hallway without visual clutter. A meaningful housewarming gift for collectors or Japanophiles who appreciate living with history every day.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Taisho, approximately 1912-1926
• Material: Kiri wood (paulownia) with secondary wood drawer linings; cast metal D-ring pulls with floral escutcheons; iron corner and stacking hardware
• Use: Storage of folded kimono, fine textiles, and clothing; upper cabinet with shelved compartments for accessories
• Modern Use: Bedroom dresser or wardrobe alternative; entryway furniture storage console; living room accent cabinet in Japandi or wabi-sabi styled interiors
• Features: Stacking multi-section construction; upper sliding-door cabinet opening to open shelving; row of smaller side-by-side drawers below the cabinet; multiple full-width graduated drawers throughout the lower sections; each drawer fitted with a cast metal D-ring pull on a decorative floral escutcheon; iron corner brackets and side stacking hardware; warm honey-amber patina consistent throughout
• Dimensions: 37"W x 17"D x 63"H
• Condition: Excellent

A century-old example of handcrafted Japanese antique furniture -- this Taisho Kimono tansu brings warmth, depth, and quiet heritage to any modern home.

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 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.