Antique Japanese Towel Rack (SKU: 25D-316-1) -

Antique Japanese Towel Rack - 1930s Showa Era (25D-316-1)

SKU:
25D-316-1
$95.00
IMPORTED FROM JAPAN
Dimensions: 13 1/2"Wide x 24"H per panel
Ship From Location: Berkeley, California
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Antique Japanese Towel Rack (SKU 25D-316-1)

Showa-era folding towel stand with hand-painted cranes on deep red lacquer

This elegant antique Japanese towel rack is crafted in a classic folding form, finished in a rich vermilion-red lacquer that immediately recalls the warmth of a traditional ryokan. Along the lower panels, graceful tsuru (cranes) are meticulously hand-painted in gold and soft earth tones, their wings outstretched in flight to symbolize longevity and good fortune in Japanese culture.

Designed to stand lightly in the room yet offer practical hanging space, the twin frames are joined by sturdy metal hinges, allowing the rack to fold for easy placement or storage. Whether used as a kimono or hand-towel stand, or simply displayed as a decorative accent, this Meiji-style piece brings an authentic touch of Japanese daily life and refined design into a contemporary interior.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Showa period
  • Material: Wood with red lacquer and hand-painted decoration
  • Use: Towel or kimono rack; folding stand for bathroom or bedroom
  • Features: Two-panel folding construction, vermilion lacquer finish, hand-painted flying cranes motif, metal hinge hardware, light and portable design
  • Dimensions: 13 1/2"Wide x 24"H per panel
  • Condition: Excellent, with minor wear and small surface marks consistent with age and use

A refined accent for any wabi-sabi or Japanese-inspired space, ready to serve as both functional stand and artful display.

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 age.

Additional Information
size:
13 1/2"Wide x 24"H per panel