Japanese Chiyogami Paper Sewing Box Vtg Haribako Tansu 3 Drawers

Vintage Japanese Chiyogami Paper Sewing Chest

This is a Japanese sewing box, also called Haribako. Using thick chiyogami washi papers over wood, this piece is decorated with a beautiful display of folding fans and flowers in red, black, green, and gold.  It has three drawers with simple plastic hardware. This beautiful tansu chest can also be used for storing sewing supplies, jewelry, or other trinkets.

Strong, durable, and with gorgeous designs mirroring styles found on kimono fabric, chiyogami paper is commonly found in textile art such as paper dolls and for decorating tins and boxes. As it became more widespread and popular, it is also used for origami, accessories, book covers, and more. 

• 3 drawers
• Paper, wood
• Item weight: 710 grams
• Packed weight: 1410 grams
• C1950
• Approx. 18 cm long x 13 cm wide x 16.5 cm tall
• Good condition. Wear and tear due to age. Paper is worn at edges. Some discolorations. Please see the photos.

• Acquired from the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan

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