Japanese Vintage Wooden Hari-bako (Needle/Sewing Box) & Vanity Chest with Fold-Out Mirror - 23cm - Statue Wood - Japan (No reserve price)

This vintage Japanese wooden Hari-bako, or needle/sewing box, includes a vanity chest with a fold-out mirror. These portable storage boxes were essential household items traditionally used to organize sewing implements and personal grooming accessories, reflecting the importance of meticulous care in Japanese daily life. Constructed from wood, this boxed set likely features fine joinery and possibly lacquered or natural finishes consistent with Japanese woodworking traditions. The mirror addition indicates integration of practical vanity use alongside sewing storage, exemplifying multifunctional design. Such vintage sewing boxes highlight the blend of utility, craftsmanship, and aesthetic simplicity characteristic of traditional Japanese domestic tools during the 20th century.