Vintage Japanese Woven Bamboo Lidded Boxes, Mid Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26J-0208-2

Vintage Japanese Woven Bamboo Lidded Boxes, Mid Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26J-0208-2

A matched pair of hand-woven split bamboo boxes with fitted domed lids -- compact, tactile, and rich with wabi-sabi character.

A woven bamboo lidded box of this style is a classic example of mid-century Japanese craft, produced in great numbers during the postwar Showa era for everyday household storage. Skilled artisans split raw bamboo into fine, pliable strips and wove them in a tight herringbone pattern -- a technique that creates both structural strength and a pleasing, rhythmic surface texture. The lids are domed and fitted to seat snugly over the open tray bases, a hallmark of quality Japanese basketwork. Natural bamboo node spots punctuate the rounded edging strips, lending each piece a quietly organic beauty that no two examples share exactly. The warm amber-brown patina deepening across both boxes speaks to decades of careful use -- a quality that collectors of vintage Japanese craft and handcrafted Japanese storage will find deeply appealing.

Today these charming little boxes translate beautifully into a modern home. Set one on a bedroom dresser as a jewelry box or catch-all for rings and earrings; use the other on a desk as a small organizer for paper clips, USB drives, or stationery -- a perfect fit for a minimalist decor or Japandi style workspace. They also make a thoughtful housewarming gift for anyone who appreciates handmade, natural-material objects with genuine history. Displayed open or stacked on a shelf, their herringbone weave and honeyed patina add warmth as a living room accent or bathroom organizer for small sundries.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1946-1965 (Mid Showa)
• Material: Split bamboo, herringbone weave with bamboo strip edging
• Use: Small household storage box; likely used to hold personal items, sewing notions, or similar small objects
• Modern Use: Jewelry box or dresser catch-all; desk organizer for small stationery or accessories; decorative accent piece in a Japandi or wabi-sabi styled room
• Features: Herringbone-woven split bamboo construction; domed fitted lid seats snugly over open tray base; rounded bamboo strip edging with visible natural node spots; warm amber-brown patina throughout; sold as a matching set of two
• Dimensions: 6 1/4"W x 4"D x 2 1/2"H
• Condition: Excellent

A beautifully crafted pair of vintage Japanese bamboo boxes -- handwoven with quiet precision and aged to a warm, honeyed glow that only decades of careful use can produce.

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.