Vintage Japanese 4 Panels Screen Divider - 1970s Showa Era (25D-463)

Vintage Japanese Panels Screen Divider (SKU 25D-463)

Showa-era bamboo and wood room divider with delicate openwork details

This vintage Japanese four-panel screen, or byōbu, combines warm sugi (Japanese cedar) frames with finely strung bamboo reeds to create a light, breathable partition. The natural gradation in the bamboo and the slim horizontal battens give the piece an airy, summery presence reminiscent of traditional susōkabe and sudare room dividers used in Showa-period homes and teahouses.

Across the mid and lower rails, carved wooden panels feature cloud-like grain and inlaid bird and wave motifs, framed by intricate latticework that recalls classic kumiko patterns. Folding hinges allow the screen divider to stand freely in gentle curves, making it ideal for zoning a living space, softening a corner, or adding an authentic Japanese accent to an entry, studio, or retail display.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Showa period, mid-20th century
• Material: Sugi (cedar) wood frame, bamboo reeds, carved wood and inlay
• Use: Folding room divider / privacy screen for interior spaces
• Features: 4-panel construction; bamboo sudare-style infill; decorative lattice reminiscent of kumiko; carved bird and landscape motifs; warm cedar grain; original metal hinges; freestanding and foldable design
• Dimensions: 18"W x 48"H per panel
• Condition: Very good vintage condition with light age-related wear, minor discoloration to bamboo, and small irregularities consistent with use

A refined Showa-era piece that brings the quiet elegance of a Japanese interior to any contemporary setting.

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.