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Vintage Japanese Kamakura Carving Mirror Box - 1960s Showa Era (25D-239)

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Dimensions: 8 1/2"W x 9"D x 13"H
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Vintage Japanese Kamakura Carving Mirror Box, Showa Era (SKU 25D-239)

Showa-era vanity box with carved take (bamboo) motif and lift-up mirror

This vintage Japanese mirror box, or kyōbako, is finished in a deep chestnut-brown tone and richly carved on the front with graceful bamboo stalks and leaves. The surrounding surface is hand-textured in a hammered scale pattern that catches the light softly, giving the piece a refined yet understated presence on a tansu, dresser, or low table.

The hinged top opens to reveal an upright dressing mirror, while the interior offers open storage and a lower drawer with an ornate metal pull for cosmetics, jewelry, or keepsakes. A removable tray further organizes smaller items, making this Showa-era mirror box both a practical vanity accessory and an elegant accent for a Japanese-inspired interior.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Showa period (mid-20th century)
  • Material: Wood with carved surface and glass mirror
  • Use: Traditional Japanese vanity / mirror box for cosmetics, jewelry, and personal accessories
  • Features: Lift-up mirror, carved bamboo design, hammered-style texture, interior compartment, lower drawer with metal pull, removable accessory tray
  • Dimensions: 8 1/2"W x 9"D x 13"H
  • Condition: Excellent

A timeless Showa-era mirror box that brings the quiet elegance of Japanese dressing rituals to any space.

 

As part of our mission to preserve and share Japanese craftsmanship, we offer antiques 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 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.

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8 1/2"W x 9"D x 13"H
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