Vintage Japanese Sewing Box with Burled Wood Panels, Mid Showa Period - 1

Vintage Japanese Sewing Box with Burled Wood Panels, Mid Showa Period

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Dimensions: 11 1/2"W x 7"D x 9"H
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Vintage Japanese Sewing Box with Burled Wood Panels, Mid Showa Period

A compact and beautifully practical piece of Japanese mid-century storage

This vintage Japanese sewing box from the Mid Showa period presents a striking balance of utility and refinement. The front is faced with richly figured burled wood panels, framed by dark trim that gives the piece a crisp architectural outline. Its compact proportions make it ideal for a desktop, dresser, or shelf, while the warm grain pattern creates the visual richness collectors love in Japanese wooden storage pieces. Thoughtfully built for everyday use, it reflects the understated elegance of postwar Japanese craftsmanship, where function and presentation worked hand in hand. The result is a charming small cabinet with genuine presence.

The hinged top opens to reveal a divided interior, practical for sewing notions, threads, and other small essentials, while the front offers a combination of drawers in varied sizes for organized storage. Round metal pulls add a subtle decorative note and reinforce the box’s utilitarian character. The black finish around the sides and lid contrasts beautifully with the luminous wood grain, giving the piece a sophisticated, contemporary feel even today. Whether displayed as Japanese decor or used as intended, this sewing box brings together beauty, order, and a distinctly Showa-era sensibility in one elegant form.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Mid Showa period, 1946-1965
  • Material: Wood
  • Use: Sewing box; storage for notions, small tools, or personal keepsakes
  • Features: Burled wood front, multiple drawers, hinged lift-top, divided interior, round metal pulls, compact form, dark trim and sides
  • Dimensions: 11 1/2"W x 7"D x 9"H
  • Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light age-related wear, including minor scuffs and edge wear consistent with age

An appealing Mid Showa storage piece that adds warmth, character, and refined Japanese style to any interior

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11 1/2"W x 7"D x 9"H
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