Vintage Japanese Small Drawer (SKU: 25D-136-1-1) -

Vintage Japanese Haribako Small Drawer - 1950s Showa Era (25D-136-1-1)

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25D-136-1-1
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Dimensions: 11"W x 7"D x 11 1/2"H
Ship From Location: Berkeley, California
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Vintage Japanese Haribako Small Drawer, 1950s, Showa Era (SKU 25D-136-1-1)

Showa-era vanity tansu with hidden mirror stand and warm reddish-brown patina

This compact Japanese chest is a charming example of a kyodai tansu – a small dresser designed for dressing and grooming. Beneath its simple rectangular form and deep lacquer-like finish, a sliding top panel reveals a fitted compartment that stores a folding wooden stand, originally used to support a bronze or glass mirror. The front is organized with four drawers of varying sizes, ideal for storing cosmetics, accessories, or writing tools.

Side carry-holes, gently arched metal pulls with decorative backplates, and the rich, time-softened sheen speak to mid-20th-century Showa craftsmanship. Whether used as a bedside cabinet, desk organizer, or displayed as a vintage Japanese small drawer chest, this versatile piece brings authentic tansu character and practical storage to any interior.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Showa period, mid-20th century (circa 1950s)
  • Material: Wood with stained finish and metal drawer pulls
  • Use: Vanity / kyodai tansu for mirror and accessory storage; small drawer chest for general household use
  • Features: Sliding top panel with internal compartment; removable folding mirror stand; four graduated drawers; side carry-handles; warm reddish-brown patina and classic tansu-style hardware
  • Dimensions: 11"W x 7"D x 11 1/2"H
  • Condition: Very good vintage condition with light wear, small scratches, and age-appropriate patina

A beautifully compact Showa tansu that combines hidden functionality with understated Japanese elegance.

 

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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