Vintage Japanese Bamboo Tsuitate Four-Panel Folding Screen, Mid Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26J-0189

Vintage Japanese Bamboo Tsuitate Four-Panel Folding Screen, Mid Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26J-0189

A four-panel bamboo and wood folding screen with cut-out nature motifs -- a graceful expression of mid-century Japanese craft.

A tsuitate is a traditional Japanese folding screen used to divide interior spaces, block drafts, and provide privacy within the home. This handsome mid-Showa example features closely woven fine bamboo slat panels secured within a deep red-brown lacquered wood frame, with horizontal rails subdividing each panel into distinct zones. At the mid-section of each panel, lighter-toned wood inserts are arranged in an asymmetric shoji-inspired grid, each decorated with delicate cut-out silhouettes -- mountain peaks and crane-like birds in flight -- motifs long associated with longevity and good fortune in Japanese decorative art. Brass butterfly hinges connect the panels and allow the screen to fold flat for storage or deploy at any angle. Shaped bracket feet at the base and gently curved top rails add a refined architectural quality consistent with vintage Japanese craft of the early postwar period.

In a modern home, this tsuitate folding screen earns its place as both a functional divider and a living room accent with genuine wabi-sabi character. Stand it behind a sofa or bed to create a warm, textured focal point; use it to partition an open-plan living area or home office without permanently closing off the space; or place it in a bedroom as a dressing screen that brings Japandi style warmth to neutral interiors. The natural honey tones of the bamboo slats pair beautifully with linen, rattan, and raw wood furnishings. A striking and thoughtful housewarming gift for collectors of Japanese vintage furniture or anyone drawn to handcrafted Japanese decorative objects.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1946-1965 (Mid Showa)
• Material: Woven bamboo slat panels; lacquered hardwood frame; lighter-toned wood inset panels with cut-out motifs; brass hinges
• Use: Room divider, privacy screen, decorative interior partition
• Modern Use: Living room accent or bedroom backdrop; open-plan home office divider; Japandi-style entryway screen
• Features: Four hinged panels; woven fine bamboo slat infill divided by horizontal lacquered rails; asymmetric shoji-style wood inset panels at mid-section with cut-out mountain and bird silhouettes; brass butterfly hinges; shaped top rails; bracket feet at base
• Dimensions: 18 1/4"W x 1"D x 48"H
• Condition: Good vintage condition; some loosening of bamboo binding cord and light wear to lacquer consistent with age; motifs and structure intact

A beautifully crafted piece of vintage Japanese decorative furniture -- the natural warmth of bamboo and the timeless symbolism of its motifs make this tsuitate a memorable addition to any considered 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 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.