Vintage Japanese Small Drawer (SKU: 25D-447) - 1

Vintage Japanese Small Drawer - 1940s Showa Era (25D-447)

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25D-447
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$190.00
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Dimensions: 6 1/2"W x 9 3/4"D x 9 1/4"H
Ship From Location: Berkeley, California
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Vintage Japanese Small Drawer (SKU 25D-447)

Compact three-drawer ko-tansu for stationery, tools, and treasured keepsakes

This charming vintage Japanese small chest features three neatly stacked drawers framed in warm, honey-toned wood. The simple box form is elevated by original iron warabite-style pulls and a keyhole escutcheon on the lower drawer, details that echo the fittings of full-sized tansu chests while keeping the scale intimate and practical for a desk or shelf.

Likely used as a document or writing ko-dana, the drawers slide smoothly and reveal beautifully aged interiors, showing the natural grain and patina earned through daily use. Subtle wear, old nail heads, and softly rounded edges speak to its Taishō-period craftsmanship, making this piece a functional accent that brings authentic wabi-sabi character to contemporary interiors.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Showa period (mid 20th century)
  • Material: Solid wood with iron hardware
  • Use: Desktop storage for stationery, documents, sewing notions, or small tools
  • Features: Three smooth-sliding drawers; original iron pulls and keyhole; warm natural patina; compact ko-tansu / small drawer chest form
  • Dimensions: 6 1/2"W x 9 3/4"D x 9 1/4"H 
  • Condition: Very good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear and rich patina

A versatile vintage drawer chest that lends quiet Taishō-era charm and practical storage 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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6 1/2"W x 9 3/4"D x 9 1/4"H
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