Vintage Japanese Misu (Sudare) Bamboo Screen, 1966 - 1989 (Late Showa) | SKU: 26M-971-2

Japanese Misu (Sudare) Bamboo Screen | Vintage Room Divider & Window Blind, 1966-1989 (Late Showa), SKU 26M-971-2

A pair of finely woven sudare blinds with brocade borders, engraved bone fittings, and silk tassel pulls -- handcrafted Japanese antique screens of rare elegance.

A sudare is a traditional Japanese woven screen or blind, historically used to soften light, ensure privacy, and partition interior spaces while allowing gentle airflow to pass through. This matched pair dates to the Late Showa period and exemplifies the refined craftsmanship associated with Japanese antique furniture and decorative arts of the era. Each panel is constructed from tightly woven split bamboo splints, threaded at regular intervals with fine white cord to create a supple, flexible mat with a warm honey-amber tone. The outer edges are bound in a sumptuous blue-and-gold brocade fabric -- likely a kinran-style woven textile -- lending a distinctly formal, almost ceremonial quality to what might otherwise be a humble household object. Each screen rolls up neatly from the bottom around a bamboo batten, secured by a raised cord and tassel assembly. Most striking are the engraved fittings: a curved, horn or bone ring etched with floral and phoenix motifs, suspended from a braided dark-olive cord finished with an elaborate knotwork medallion and a full silk tassel. This level of hardware detail is consistent with sudare made for a refined residence, tea room, or high-end ryokan (traditional inn).

In a modern home, this vintage Japanese bamboo screen pair offers remarkable versatility and instant Japandi-style atmosphere. Hang them as a room divider or living room accent to define spaces without blocking light -- ideal for open-plan apartments and minimalist decor. They also work beautifully as decorative window blinds in a home office or bedroom, filtering sunlight with a warm, diffused glow. Collectors and interior designers alike will appreciate how the brocade borders and silk tassels elevate these screens beyond mere function into wall-art territory; displayed hung flat, they serve as a striking textile installation in an entryway or hallway. A one-of-a-kind housewarming gift for lovers of Japanese antiques, wabi-sabi aesthetics, or Asian interior design.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1966-1989 (Late Showa)
• Material: Split bamboo splints woven with white cord; blue-and-gold brocade (kinran-style) border fabric; bamboo batten roller; braided silk cord with knotwork; silk tassels; engraved bone or horn decorative fittings
• Use: Traditional hanging screen or blind (sudare) used to divide rooms, filter light, and provide privacy in Japanese interiors
• Modern Use: Room divider or living room accent panel; decorative window blind for bedroom or home office; entryway wall installation or textile art display
• Features: Matched pair of two panels; densely woven split-bamboo construction with warm amber patina; blue-and-gold brocade border binding on all edges; each panel rolls up from the base around a bamboo batten; hanging hardware includes metal rings for suspension; each panel fitted with a braided cord, elaborate knotwork medallion, and full silk tassel; one panel features a curved engraved bone or horn decorative fitting with floral and phoenix motifs
• Dimensions: 34 1/2"W x 67"H
• Condition: Good vintage condition consistent with age; minor patina and light surface marks on bamboo; brocade borders show gentle wear; tassels and knotwork intact; rolling mechanism functional

A rare and beautifully appointed pair of Japanese antique sudare screens -- handcrafted bamboo and brocade artistry that brings authentic wabi-sabi warmth and Japandi elegance to any modern interior.

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.