Vintage Japanese Sewing Box, Hari Bako - Elm | 1920's contemporary adding to its historical presence

adding to its historical presence

circa 1960

with a a large open section beneath two top drawers

This set features a distinctive thick glaze characteristic of traditional Shino pottery

Colour & Design: Indigo kasuri cotton

Vintage Japanese Sewing Box, Hari Bako - Elm | 1920's contemporary adding to its historical presenceA vintage Japanese sewing box (hari bako) handcrafted from quality keyaki (elm) wood with copper handles, featuring a distinctive tall neck (yagura) that originally cradled a pin cushion. Haribako translates to "needle box"traditionally designed to store sewing essentials like needles, threads, and thimbles. Taisho period piece from the 1920s carries authentic Japanese craftsmanship, blending utility with understated aesthetic refinement and warm