Vintage Japanese Kaba-zaiku Hikidashi Chest, Late Showa | SKU: 26J-0616

Vintage Japanese Kaba-zaiku Hikidashi Chest, Late Showa | SKU: 26J-0616

A compact Japanese kaba-zaiku hikidashi chest with a richly figured bark surface, black metal pulls, and a gold-inscribed back panel dated Showa 61 (1986).

This small tabletop chest is finished in striking cherry-bark style veneer with warm amber and deep brown variation across the front, sides, and top. The form features two small upper compartments above one wider lower compartment, each fitted with a dark metal bail pull on decorative mounts. The back panel is finished in black and bears a gold inscription reading Showa 61 along with celebratory wording and Matsumoto City mayoral reference, giving the piece a commemorative character. Inside, the compartments are plain light wood, contrasting with the lustrous exterior surface.

Its compact scale makes it especially easy to place on a desk, vanity, shelf, or entryway surface for organizing small personal effects. The layered bark pattern and modest hardware give it a quietly decorative presence, while the dated inscription adds collectible interest for admirers of late-Showa Japanese craft and presentation pieces. It works beautifully in interiors that favor natural texture, warm wood tones, and restrained traditional detail.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Late Showa; dated Showa 61 (1986) by back inscription
• Material: Wood with kaba-zaiku style bark veneer exterior; black-finished back panel with gold inscription; dark metal bail pulls
• Use: Small tabletop hikidashi chest for personal effects, stationery, or keepsakes
• Modern Use: Desk organizer, vanity-top accessory case, or decorative accent for a shelf or console
• Features: Two small upper compartments over one wider lower compartment; bark-patterned veneer wrapping the exterior; dark metal pulls with decorative mounts; black back panel with gold Japanese inscription; light wood interior compartments; compact rectangular form
• Dimensions: 11"W x 8"D x 8"H
• Condition: Good vintage condition with age-appropriate surface wear, light scuffs, and minor irregularities consistent with use

A handsome vintage Japanese kaba-zaiku piece with practical tabletop scale and a dated commemorative inscription that adds depth and character.

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.