Vintage Japanese Haribako Sewing Chest, Early Showa 1927-1945 | SKU: 26J-0406 - 1

Vintage Japanese Haribako Sewing Chest, Early Showa 1927-1945 | SKU: 26J-0406

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Dimensions: 12 5/8"W x 8"D x 10 1/4"H
Ship From Location: Berkeley, California
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Vintage Japanese Haribako Sewing Chest, Early Showa 1927-1945 | SKU: 26J-0406

A compact Japanese sewing chest with lift-top compartment and multiple drawers, finished in a warm dark wood tone with pale interior wood.

This vintage Japanese haribako is a practical sewing chest made for keeping needlework tools and small supplies neatly arranged. The form combines a hinged top compartment with a bank of drawers below, creating a tidy workstation in a compact footprint. The exterior has a rich reddish-brown finish, while the interior surfaces and drawer interiors show lighter natural wood. Metal pulls on the drawer fronts add a restrained utilitarian detail consistent with everyday domestic furnishings of the early Showa period.

In a modern home, this vintage Japanese haribako works beautifully as a craft storage piece, desktop organizer, or decorative accent on a shelf or dresser. The upper compartment is useful for keeping sewing tools, thread, or current handwork close at hand, while the graduated drawers help separate smaller notions and accessories. Its compact scale and simple, functional design also suit Japandi, wabi-sabi, and collected vintage interiors.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: 1927-1945 (Early Showa)
  • Material: Wood with dark exterior finish and metal drawer pulls
  • Use: Haribako sewing chest for organizing sewing tools and small household items
  • Modern Use: Sewing supply organizer; craft storage; desk organizer; decorative vintage interior accent
  • Features: Hinged lift-top compartment; multiple front drawers in varied sizes; lighter natural wood interior; compact tabletop form
  • Dimensions: 12 5/8"W x 8"D x 10 1/4"H
  • Condition: Very good vintage condition with visible age wear, surface scratches, edge wear, and patina consistent with use

A charming and functional piece of vintage Japanese craftsmanship, ideal for sewing tools, small collections, or everyday organization.

As part of our mission to preserve and share Japanese craftsmanship, we offer vintage pieces that were made not just to be admired, but to be used. These pieces were crafted for everyday life, and we honor their purpose by ensuring they can continue to be enjoyed and lived with today.

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.

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