Vintage Japanese Small Tea Chest with Drawers, Late Showa (1966-1989) | SKU: 26J-0770

Vintage Japanese Samll Tea Chest with Drawers, Late Showa (1966-1989) | SKU: 26J-0770

A compact Japanese tea chest in deep red-brown lacquer, decorated with delicate gold grass-like motifs and fitted with multiple drawers beneath an open upper shelf.

This vintage Japanese tea chest is a beautifully proportioned tabletop cabinet with a practical, compact form. The lower section is arranged with four drawers of varying sizes, each fitted with a simple metal pull, while the upper section is open and framed by upright side supports and a horizontal top rail. The body is finished in a rich red-brown lacquer tone and ornamented with slender gold botanical linework across the drawer fronts, sides, and top. Its layout suggests use for organizing tea-related utensils or other small household items while keeping frequently used pieces within easy reach on the open shelf.

Today this versatile vintage tea chest works well as a small tabletop organizer in many settings. It can be used to store tea tools, packets, and serving accessories, or repurposed on a desk, shelf, or counter for stationery, sewing items, or other small essentials. Its warm lacquered surface and understated gold decoration make it an appealing accent for interiors that blend Japanese vintage character with practical everyday use.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1966-1989 (Late Showa)
• Material: Wood with lacquered finish and metal pulls
• Use: Tea chest or tabletop organizer for small household items
• Modern Use: Tea accessory storage, desk organizer, craft storage, or decorative tabletop cabinet
• Features: Four drawers in mixed sizes; open upper shelf; upright side supports with top rail; deep red-brown finish; gold botanical decoration; compact freestanding form
• Dimensions: 13 3/4"W x 9 1/2"D x 13 1/4"H
• Condition: Good vintage condition with visible age wear, including surface scratches, edge wear, and finish rubbing

A charming and functional piece of vintage Japanese lacquered furniture, offering small-scale storage with elegant decorative presence.

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.