TB423 - Mingei-style three-drawer chest 和柄箪笥
TB423 - Mingei-style three-drawer chest 和柄箪笥
This charming vintage Japanese Mingei-style three-drawer chest (民芸和柄箪笥) is a compact storage piece decorated with a lively traditional wagara 和柄 pattern.
The exterior is covered in vivid red decorative paper, scattered with stylised Japanese folk motifs resembling tied pouches, wrapped treasures and auspicious objects. Deep indigo-blue borders frame the chest and each drawer, creating a beautiful contrast with the warm red surface. Three curved dark metal handles add to its nostalgic folk-craft character, while the drawer interiors are finished in a rich reddish tone.
Known in Japan as a komono-ire (小物入れ), this type of miniature tansu was designed for organising small personal belongings. It is perfect for jewellery, sewing accessories, stationery, keepsakes or other little treasures.
With its colourful pattern and slightly nostalgic Shōwa-era atmosphere, the piece captures the warmth of everyday Japanese mingei design—functional household objects made decorative through traditional colours and motifs.
A lovely small accent for a desk, dressing table or display shelf, and an unusual piece of vintage Japanese interior décor.
Size: 18 x 13 x 19cm
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