Vintage Japanese Iko Style Folding Towel Rack, Late Showa 1966-1989 | SKU: 26J-0686

Vintage Japanese Iko Style Folding Towel Rack, Late Showa 1966-1989 | SKU: 26J-0686

A compact folding towel rack with a two-panel form and richly patterned dark red finish, offering practical function with sculptural presence.

This vintage Japanese towel rack is made in an iko-inspired folding form with two hinged panels that open into a shallow V and fold flat for storage. Each side has a long upper rail for draping hand towels or small textiles, with an additional horizontal bar below for lighter pieces or layered display. The frame is finished in a deep red-black speckled lacquer-style surface that gives the wood a glossy, decorative character, while the gently upturned rail ends add a graceful silhouette. Low straight feet and a lower connecting rail help stabilize the piece while keeping the profile light and open.

In a modern home, this piece works beautifully in a bath, washroom, guest room, or dressing area for towels, cloths, or lightweight garments. It can also be used as a compact display piece for vintage textiles, scarves, or tenugui in a Japandi, wabi-sabi, or eclectic interior. Its folding construction makes it easy to tuck away when not in use, while the dark red finish brings warmth and contrast to both traditional and contemporary spaces. A distinctive decorative accent for collectors of Japanese vintage furnishings and functional household objects.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: 1966-1989 (Late Showa)
• Material: Wood with dark red-black speckled lacquer-style finish; metal hinges
• Use: Folding towel rack for hand towels, cloths, or lightweight textiles
• Modern Use: Bath or guest towel holder; scarf or textile display; compact decorative rack for dressing area or entry
• Features: Two-panel hinged folding construction; long upper rails with gently upturned ends; secondary horizontal bars; lower stabilizing rails; flat feet; dark red-black speckled finish; metal hinge fittings
• Dimensions: 30 1/4"W x 1/2"D x 24"H
• Condition: Very good vintage condition with expected age-appropriate surface wear

A versatile vintage Japanese household piece that combines compact utility, elegant lines, and decorative warmth.

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.