Vintage Japanese Isho Kimono Tansu Chest — Kirinoki, 1980, Showa Era (SKU: 25M-A334)

SKU:
25M-A334
$1,200.00
IMPORTED FROM JAPAN
Size: 35 1/2"W x 16 1/4"D x 38"H
Restoration & Inspection by: Harada
Ship From Location: Berkeley, California
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Antique Japanese Small Chest — 1920s, Taisho Era (SKU: 25M-A334)
The Quiet Precision of Everyday Grace

This delightful antique Japanese chest, with its five full-length drawers and two smaller top compartments, exudes a gentle strength and quiet sophistication. Crafted in the Taisho era, its design is humble yet dignified—reflecting a time when beauty was woven into even the most functional of daily objects.

The dark, ornate ironwork on each handle contrasts beautifully with the warm natural wood grain, evoking a sense of balance between utility and artistry. These elegant pulls are not merely hardware—they are ornaments of tradition, whispering of kimono fabrics, folded linens, and peaceful mornings filled with light.

  • Origin: Japan

  • Era: 1920s, Taisho Era

  • Material: Natural wood kirinoki with hand-forged iron fittings

  • Use: Kimono chest, daily clothing storage, home accent

  • Features:
    • Two compact upper drawers for small valuables
    • Five spacious full-width drawers
    • Traditional ornate iron hardware
    • Elegant low profile, ideal for modern interiors

  • Dimensions: 35 1/2"W x 16 1/4"D x 38"H

  • Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of use

This chest is more than storage—it is a vessel of calm, a quiet nod to Japanese craftsmanship, and a beautiful reminder that in simplicity, we often find the greatest richness.

size:
35 1/2"W x 16 1/4"D x 38"H
inspector:
Harada