Vintage Japanese Sugatami Lacquered Cheval Mirror with Carved Kiku Relief Base, Heisei Era | SKU: 26M-518

Vintage Japanese Sugatami Lacquered Cheval Mirror with Carved Kiku Relief Base, Heisei Era | SKU: 26M-518

A tall-standing cheval mirror with lacquered wood frame and hand-carved floral motif base -- understated Japanese elegance for the modern home.

A Kamakura style Sugatami floor mirror, or suteendo kagami, is a full-length freestanding mirror mounted in a vertical wooden frame and supported by a paired A-frame stand -- a staple of the well-appointed Japanese bedroom or dressing room. This vintage example from the Heisei era features a slim, deeply lacquered frame finished in a rich dark espresso tone, giving it a refined, minimal profile that reads equally well as Japanese vintage furniture or contemporary Japandi decor. The mirror panel is cleanly set within the frame and secured with small metal clips at the corners -- a practical detail that keeps the glass firmly in place while remaining nearly invisible from the front.

What sets this piece apart is its base: a wide, arch-footed stand finished in the same deep lacquer, with a central apron panel decorated in carved red-on-black relief depicting chrysanthemums, grasses, and wildflowers -- a classic kiku motif drawn from traditional Japanese nature imagery. The carving adds warmth and artisanal character without overwhelming the mirror's clean lines. In a modern home, this piece works beautifully as a bedroom full-length mirror, an entryway statement piece, or a living room accent in a wabi-sabi or minimalist decor scheme. It also makes a thoughtful housewarming gift for anyone drawn to handcrafted Japanese design.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1990-2018 (Heisei)
• Material: Dark lacquered hardwood frame and stand; glass mirror panel; small metal corner clips
• Use: Freestanding full-length dressing mirror
• Modern Use: Bedroom full-length mirror; entryway statement accent; living room decor in a Japandi or wabi-sabi styled interior
• Features: Tall rectangular mirror in a slim lacquered frame; arch-footed A-frame stand; Kamakura Style; carved red-on-black kiku (chrysanthemum) and botanical relief panel on the apron; metal corner clips securing the glass; rich espresso lacquer finish throughout; freestanding and stable
• Dimensions: 21"W x 13"D x 64"H
• Condition: Excellent

A striking piece of vintage Japanese furniture that brings the quiet refinement of traditional lacquerwork into any modern bedroom or entryway.

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 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.