Vintage Japanese Kyodai Floor-Standing Dressing Mirror with Storage Base, Mid-Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26J-0806-3

Vintage Japanese Kyodai Floor-Standing Dressing Mirror with Storage Base, Mid-Showa 1946-1965 | SKU: 26J-0806-3

A striking Art Deco-influenced floor-standing kyodai with boldly figured veneer, multiple storage drawers, and a full-length pivoting mirror -- rare postwar Japanese craftsmanship at its finest.

A kyodai is a traditional Japanese floor-standing dressing mirror mounted on a storage base, used by women for grooming, cosmetics, and daily dress in the privacy of the bedroom. This vintage Japanese kyodai dates to the mid-Showa era and exemplifies the Art Deco sensibility that swept Japanese domestic furniture design in the postwar decades -- blending Western form with distinctly Japanese material culture. The pivoting mirror, framed in richly lacquered wood with a softly arched top, tilts to the desired angle via side pivot fittings, a hallmark of the classic kyodai silhouette. The exterior surfaces are dressed in a boldly striped, high-contrast veneer -- likely a figured hardwood with dramatic tiger-pattern grain -- finished in a deep black lacquer that emphasizes the warm amber and ebony tones beneath. The stepped base houses multiple pull-out drawers of varying sizes alongside a side cabinet secured with a keyhole lock, providing well-organized storage for cosmetics, jewelry, and personal effects. Drawer interiors are finished in clean, unfinished light wood, a typical and practical detail in quality Japanese furniture of this period.

In a modern home, this handcrafted Japanese kyodai makes a spectacular bedroom statement piece -- position it beside a wardrobe or in a dressing corner to create an intimate vanity nook with authentic Japandi style. The generous drawer arrangement doubles beautifully as jewelry storage, a perfume display cabinet, or a bedroom organizer for accessories and keepsakes. The dramatic dark lacquer and bold figuring also make it a compelling living room accent or entryway furniture focal point, where the tall mirror adds depth and the sculptural base draws the eye. Its wabi-sabi aesthetic -- the aged patina, the warmth of natural wood grain against lacquer -- suits minimalist decor and mid-century modern interiors equally well. A truly unique gift for collectors, Japanophiles, or anyone who appreciates one-of-a-kind vintage Japanese craft with genuine functional beauty.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1946-1965 (Mid Showa)
• Material: Boldly figured hardwood veneer with deep black lacquer finish, possibly tiger-grain kaki (persimmon) or similar Japanese hardwood; light wood drawer interiors; brass bar pulls; metal keyhole lock fitting
• Use: Personal grooming and cosmetics storage; traditional Japanese bedroom dressing mirror (kyodai)
• Modern Use: Bedroom vanity and jewelry organizer; entryway furniture with mirror and storage; living room or dressing room statement accent
• Features: Tall pivoting mirror with arched top; boldly figured veneer on drawer fronts, mirror frame, and upright supports; multiple pull-out drawers in a stepped asymmetric layout; side cabinet with keyhole lock; bracket feet; plain light wood drawer interiors; Art Deco-influenced silhouette
• Dimensions: 19"W x 10"D x 37 1/2"H
• Condition: Excellent

A rare and dramatic piece of vintage Japanese vintage furniture -- the kyodai brings the quiet elegance of Showa-era craftsmanship into any modern bedroom or living space.

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.