Antique Japanese Three Section Kimono Tansu Chest With Distinctive Kanagu Hardware And Multi-sized Warabite Pull Drawers - 1920s Taisho Era (25D-A474)

Antique Japanese Three Section Kimono Tansu Chest With Distinctive Kanagu Hardware And Multi Sized Warabite Pull Drawers (SKU 25D-A474)

Elegant Taishō-era three-section kimono tansu with refined kanagu fittings and multi-sized warabite pulls.

This antique Japanese kimono tansu is a classic three-section chest designed for storing folded kimono and obi. The upper cabinet features a pair of framed doors opening to full-width interior shelves, ideal for carefully laying garments flat. Its warm, straight-grain wood and crisp rectangular silhouette give the piece a clean, architectural presence that suits both traditional and contemporary interiors.

Below, a bank of small drawers over larger graduated drawers provides versatile storage, each fitted with traditional multi sized warabite pull drawers that balance utility with understated charm. Distinctive kanagu hardware, including decorative door plates with floral cutwork and robust corner mounts, adds subtle contrast and speaks to the craftsmanship of early 20th-century tansu-making. Beautiful as a bedroom wardrobe or linen chest, it offers authentic Japanese character with practical everyday function.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Taishō period (c. 1920s)
• Material: Natural wood with iron kanagu hardware
• Use: Kimono tansu for clothing, textiles, and general storage
• Features: Three-section construction; upper cabinet with shelves; multi sized warabite pull drawers; distinctive kanagu hardware with floral door plates; original metal corner and side mounts; locking keyholes (keys not confirmed)
• Dimensions: 35 3/4"W x 16 3/4"D x 60 1/4"H
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light wear and patina consistent with age

A refined example of Japanese kimono storage furniture, ready to bring Taishō-era elegance and practical organization to your space.

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.