Vintage Japanese Sugatami Mirror, 1966 - 1989 (Late Showa) | SKU: 26M-551

Japanese Sugatami Full-Length Mirror | Vintage Bedroom Mirror & Entryway Accent, 1966-1989 (Late Showa), SKU 26M-551

A freestanding cheval mirror in rich dark hardwood -- understated Japanese craftsmanship for the modern home.

A Sugatami is a traditional Japanese dressing mirror, typically a tall freestanding piece designed for use in the bedroom or dressing area. This vintage example from the Late Showa era features a slender full-length mirror panel set within a smoothly routed rectangular frame of richly stained hardwood, displaying a fine linear grain consistent with sugi (cryptomeria) on the back panel. The mirror pivots on a pair of metal knob bolts mounted on the side uprights, allowing the angle to be adjusted with ease -- a hallmark of the classic cheval-style sugatami. The lower section of the frame incorporates a neat horizontal rail detail in a lighter natural wood tone, adding a quiet decorative accent, while the whole assembly rests on a gracefully curved double-foot trestle base with scrolled ends. The dark reddish-brown lacquer finish is smooth and even, lending the piece a quiet elegance typical of mid-to-late Showa Japanese antique furniture.

This sugatami transitions beautifully into contemporary interiors. Stand it in a bedroom corner as a full-length dressing mirror, or position it in an entryway to open up a narrow hallway -- a classic decorator's trick. Its tall narrow proportions and warm dark wood tones suit Japandi style, wabi-sabi aesthetic, and minimalist decor equally well. The tiltable mirror and stable base mean it requires no wall-mounting, making it ideal for renters or anyone who prefers flexible furniture arrangements. A thoughtful housewarming gift or a striking find for collectors of vintage Japanese homewares.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1966-1989 (Late Showa)
• Material: Hardwood frame with dark lacquer finish; back panel shows fine linear grain consistent with sugi (cryptomeria); metal pivot knob bolts
• Use: Freestanding full-length dressing mirror (sugatami) for bedroom or dressing room
• Modern Use: Full-length bedroom mirror; entryway accent mirror to brighten a hallway; decorative statement piece in a Japandi-style living room
• Features: Tall narrow mirror panel in routed rounded-corner hardwood frame; adjustable tilt via metal knob pivot bolts on side uprights; horizontal rail accent detail in contrasting natural wood tone at lower section; stable curved trestle base with scrolled feet; smooth dark reddish-brown lacquer finish throughout
• Dimensions: 16"W x 10"D x 55"H
• Condition: Excellent

A timeless piece of vintage Japanese furniture -- the warm dark wood frame and graceful trestle base bring quiet Showa-era elegance to 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 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.