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1900s-30s Japanese antique mid Mizuya tansu kitchen chest. wabi sab
1900s-30s Japanese antique mid Mizuya tansu kitchen chest. wabi sab

1900s-30s Japanese antique mid Mizuya tansu kitchen chest. wabi sab

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

This mid size Mizuya tansu (Kitchen chest) is the product of circa 1900s to 1930s (late Meiji to

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Cedar

1870s-1900s Japanese antique Mizuya tansu chest sideboard wabi sabi primitive
1870s-1900s Japanese antique Mizuya tansu chest sideboard wabi sabi primitive

1870s-1900s Japanese antique Mizuya tansu chest sideboard wabi sabi primitive

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

, reddish Sugi Cedar, the product of circa 1870s to 1900s (Meiji to early Taisho period). Having storage

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Late Edo Period-Meiji Period Japanese Old Storage Box /Small Antique Tansu Chest
Late Edo Period-Meiji Period Japanese Old Storage Box /Small Antique Tansu Chest

Late Edo Period-Meiji Period Japanese Old Storage Box /Small Antique Tansu Chest

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

We have an aesthetic sense peculiar to Japanese people. And we introduce the unique items that only we can do, the route of purchasing in Japan, the experience value so far, and the...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Furniture

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Huge Medicine Tansu 1800s-1860s / Chest of Drawer Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Huge Medicine Tansu 1800s-1860s / Chest of Drawer Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Huge Medicine Tansu 1800s-1860s / Chest of Drawer Wabi Sabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

). It is mainly made of cedar wood, and only the front of the drawers are made of paulownia wood. The

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Large Black Tansu 1860s-1900s / wabi sabi Sideboard
Japanese Antique Large Black Tansu 1860s-1900s / wabi sabi Sideboard

Japanese Antique Large Black Tansu 1860s-1900s / wabi sabi Sideboard

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

is cedar wood. Black chest of drawers used in rural areas in northern Japan. Item used with great

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Large Black Tansu 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Sideboard Wabi Sabi/
Japanese Antique Large Black Tansu 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Sideboard Wabi Sabi/

Japanese Antique Large Black Tansu 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Sideboard Wabi Sabi/

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

) Material is cedar wood. Black chest of drawers used in rural areas in northern Japan. Item used with great

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Cedar

Japanese antique wooden Medicine drawer/1868-1920/MINGEI/Meiji-Taisho
Japanese antique wooden Medicine drawer/1868-1920/MINGEI/Meiji-Taisho

Japanese antique wooden Medicine drawer/1868-1920/MINGEI/Meiji-Taisho

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Introducing a cedar wood medicine chest (kusuri-dansu) made in Japan from the Meiji period to the

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Cedar

MCM Arthur Umanoff for Cavalier Dimension Group Rolling Server Bar Cart Walnut
MCM Arthur Umanoff for Cavalier Dimension Group Rolling Server Bar Cart Walnut

MCM Arthur Umanoff for Cavalier Dimension Group Rolling Server Bar Cart Walnut

By Cavalier, Arthur Umanoff

Located in Topeka, KS

. Then in 1923 they expanded to included cedar hope chests and soda coolers naming that line “Cavalier

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

Materials

Laminate, Walnut

Midcentury Lane Cedar Chest
Midcentury Lane Cedar Chest

Midcentury Lane Cedar Chest

By Lane Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Lift top cedar chest by Lane. Single drawer spanning width of chest on the bottom. Painted black

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests

CHARLES II MOLDED FRONT CEDAR CHEST

CHARLES II MOLDED FRONT CEDAR CHEST

Located in Harrodsburg, KY

A Charles II cedar chest with geometric molded drawer fronts. With a beaded molding to the edge of

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Cedar Chest in the manner of Paul Evans by Lane Altavista
Cedar Chest in the manner of Paul Evans by Lane Altavista

Cedar Chest in the manner of Paul Evans by Lane Altavista

Located in Milton, PA

The "Love Chest" by Lane Altavista is a cedar chest with a black cherry veneer. The lock works; key

Category

20th Century American Blanket Chests

Materials

Cedar

LANE Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cedar Chest
LANE Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cedar Chest

LANE Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cedar Chest

By Lane Furniture

Located in Charlotte, NC

An Art Deco style cedar chest by Lane. Walnut with inlaid parquetry veneers, rounded lid, metal

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Blanket Chests

Materials

Metal

Rustic Grey Cedar Chest
Rustic Grey Cedar Chest

Rustic Grey Cedar Chest

Located in Chicago, IL

• Painted grey finish as found • 20th century • American • Measures 49.5" W x 22" D x 22.25" H.

Category

20th Century American Rustic Blanket Chests

Materials

Cedar

LANE Chippendale Style Cherry Mini Cedar Chest / Nightstand
LANE Chippendale Style Cherry Mini Cedar Chest / Nightstand

LANE Chippendale Style Cherry Mini Cedar Chest / Nightstand

By Lane Furniture

Located in Charlotte, NC

A Chippendale style mini cedar chest by Lane. Cherry with brass hardware, cedar lined interior

Category

Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Night Stands

Materials

Brass

Japanese Cedar Chest
Japanese Cedar Chest

Japanese Cedar Chest

Located in San Francisco, CA

the bottom section of a kitchen chest from Kyoto made with kiri wood for drawers and cedar wood

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Iron

Spanish Colonial Six Panel Cedar Chest
Spanish Colonial Six Panel Cedar Chest

Spanish Colonial Six Panel Cedar Chest

Located in San Francisco, CA

A good Spanish colonial six panel, white cedar coffer from Chiapas. The chest features finely

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Mexican Blanket Chests

Materials

Cedar

Spanish Colonial Six Panel Cedar Chest
Spanish Colonial Six Panel Cedar Chest

Spanish Colonial Six Panel Cedar Chest

Located in San Francisco, CA

Early 19th century Spanish colonial six panel chest from Mexico. Red cedar with exposed dovetail

Category

Antique 19th Century Mexican Blanket Chests

Cavalier "Stow Away" Cedar Chests of Drawers
Cavalier "Stow Away" Cedar Chests of Drawers

Cavalier "Stow Away" Cedar Chests of Drawers

By Cavalier

Located in Chicago, IL

The "Stow Away" by Cavalier features three vented cedar drawers and a handsome mid century modern

Category

Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Walnut, Cedar

Vintage Painted Cavalier "Stow Away" Cedar Chest of Drawers
Vintage Painted Cavalier "Stow Away" Cedar Chest of Drawers

Vintage Painted Cavalier "Stow Away" Cedar Chest of Drawers

Located in Charlotte, NC

Newly painted a bone color. Really fab new hardware. Will work in traditional to modern decor. Great bedside table.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Paint

Mid Century MODERN Walnut Cedar CHEST by Lane, c. 1960's
Mid Century MODERN Walnut Cedar CHEST by Lane, c. 1960's

Mid Century MODERN Walnut Cedar CHEST by Lane, c. 1960's

By Lane Furniture

Located in Weehawken, NJ

replacement safety lock upon request.** Mid Century Modern walnut chest / bench by Lane in nearly new

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Storage Cedar Chest by Lane, circa 1960s
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Storage Cedar Chest by Lane, circa 1960s

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Storage Cedar Chest by Lane, circa 1960s

By Lane Furniture

Located in Weehawken, NJ

Mid-Century Modern walnut Storage Chest with hidden drawer by Lane Furniture, circa 1960s. Perfect

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Traditional Japanese Getabako Tansu Cedar Chest, Early 20th Century
Traditional Japanese Getabako Tansu Cedar Chest, Early 20th Century

Traditional Japanese Getabako Tansu Cedar Chest, Early 20th Century

Located in Hawthorne, CA

Aged cedar Japanese getabako tansu chest circa early 20th century. Removable sliding doors with

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Furniture

Materials

Cedar

19th Century Cedar Wood 31" Long Chest
19th Century Cedar Wood 31" Long Chest

19th Century Cedar Wood 31" Long Chest

Located in East Hampton, NY

A cedar chest with a tray insert and all original brass hardware - including brass carrying handles

Category

Antique 19th Century English Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Single White Lacquered Chest, 1940s
Single White Lacquered Chest, 1940s

Single White Lacquered Chest, 1940s

Located in Sundance, UT

Chest of drawers, finished in white lacquer, with silver plated hardware. Bottom cedar chest

Category

20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Antique Chinese Cedar Carved Chest
Antique Chinese Cedar Carved Chest

Antique Chinese Cedar Carved Chest

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Antique Chinese cedar chest with carvings of sailing vessels and trees, includes internal fitted

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Cabinets

Materials

Metal

Lane Cabinet/Chest (with original brass hardware)
Lane Cabinet/Chest (with original brass hardware)

Lane Cabinet/Chest (with original brass hardware)

Located in Santa Monica, CA

A beautiful mid-century cedar chest from Lane, the top opens to access the cedar trunk and there's

Category

Vintage 1950s Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Grosfeld House Black Lacquer Tall Chest
Grosfeld House Black Lacquer Tall Chest

Grosfeld House Black Lacquer Tall Chest

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

professionally relacquered black with trim in gold. This chest has a built in cedar chest for blankets and a pop

Category

Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Lane Cedar Blanket Chest
Lane Cedar Blanket Chest

Lane Cedar Blanket Chest

Located in Santa Monica, CA

This cedar blanket chest by lane has beautiful inlayed wood accents and interesting minimalist

Category

Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Early 20th Century Antique Cedar Blanket Chest
Early 20th Century Antique Cedar Blanket Chest

Early 20th Century Antique Cedar Blanket Chest

Located in Los Angeles, CA

American cedar trunk with dovetail joints and carved legs. Beautifully distressed with solid iron

Category

Early 20th Century American Blanket Chests

Materials

Cedar

English Rosewood and Cedar Campaign Chest
English Rosewood and Cedar Campaign Chest

English Rosewood and Cedar Campaign Chest

Located in Hinsdale, IL

Early Victorian linen campaign chest of Rosewood and Cedar; Pie crust edge detail; locks stamped

Category

Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood, Cedar

THOMASVILLE Collectors Cherry Chippendale Cedar Blanket Chest
THOMASVILLE Collectors Cherry Chippendale Cedar Blanket Chest

THOMASVILLE Collectors Cherry Chippendale Cedar Blanket Chest

By Thomasville

Located in Charlotte, NC

A Chippendale style blanket chest by Thomasville, from their Collectors Cherry Collection. Cherry

Category

Late 20th Century American Chippendale Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Cedar Blanket Chest by Lane
Cedar Blanket Chest by Lane

Cedar Blanket Chest by Lane

By Lane Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful vintage blanket chest by Lane Furniture Co. This piece is made of solid cedar with brass

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests

1950's American Cedar and Walnut Chest
1950's American Cedar and Walnut Chest

1950's American Cedar and Walnut Chest

Located in New York, NY

1950's American Cedar and Walnut Chest

Category

Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar, Walnut

1930s English Tudor Style Walnut Raised Cedar Blanket Chest
1930s English Tudor Style Walnut Raised Cedar Blanket Chest

1930s English Tudor Style Walnut Raised Cedar Blanket Chest

Located in Hawthorne, CA

Raised walnut hope chest, lined with cedar. Beautifully detailed carvings decorate the edges and

Category

Early 20th Century Tudor Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Cedar

MICHEAL'S MISSION by MILLER Cherry Arts & Crafts Mule Chest with Cedar Drawers
MICHEAL'S MISSION by MILLER Cherry Arts & Crafts Mule Chest with Cedar Drawers

MICHEAL'S MISSION by MILLER Cherry Arts & Crafts Mule Chest with Cedar Drawers

Located in Charlotte, NC

A Mission / Arts & Crafts style mule chest of drawers by Miller Bedrooms, fine Amish made furniture

Category

Late 20th Century American Mission Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Cedar Trunk
Cedar Trunk

Cedar Trunk

Sold|$1,274

Cedar Trunk

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Large striped wood Cedar lined trunk.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Japanese Cedar Wood Tansu
Japanese Cedar Wood Tansu

Japanese Cedar Wood Tansu

Located in Hudson, NY

Lovely Japanese Early 20th Century Cedar wood tansu with iron strapping

Category

20th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Jet Black Burnished Lacquer and Gold Leaf Cabinet by Lane Company
Jet Black Burnished Lacquer and Gold Leaf Cabinet by Lane Company

Jet Black Burnished Lacquer and Gold Leaf Cabinet by Lane Company

By Lane Furniture

Located in Donhead St Mary, Wiltshire

that time named The Red Cedar Chest company and was contracted by the United States government to make

Category

Mid-20th Century American Cabinets

Materials

Gold Leaf

English Neoclassiscal Leather and Brass Covered Cedar Box/Trunk
English Neoclassiscal Leather and Brass Covered Cedar Box/Trunk

English Neoclassiscal Leather and Brass Covered Cedar Box/Trunk

Located in Louisville, KY

Rectangular with geometric designs and a shield shaped escutcheon.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Neoclassical Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Antique Mexican Red Cedar Arcon
Antique Mexican Red Cedar Arcon

Antique Mexican Red Cedar Arcon

Located in San Francisco, CA

strap hinges and original iron lock-plate. Richly colored red cedar with beautiful patina throughout

Category

Antique 19th Century Mexican Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

Spanish Cedar Dresser
Spanish Cedar Dresser

Spanish Cedar Dresser

Located in Southampton, NY

Handsome Spanish cedar five-drawer dresser; brassed iron pulls.

Category

Vintage 1940s Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Mexican Marquetry Chest - Jalostotitlan
Mexican Marquetry Chest - Jalostotitlan

Mexican Marquetry Chest - Jalostotitlan

Located in San Francisco, CA

A fine 19th century Mexican inlaid marquetry chest from Jalostotitlan - circa 1880. Cedar wood with

Category

Antique 19th Century Mexican Blanket Chests

Materials

Cedar

Antique Mexican Marquetry Chest - Jalostotitlan
Antique Mexican Marquetry Chest - Jalostotitlan

Antique Mexican Marquetry Chest - Jalostotitlan

Located in San Francisco, CA

A good early 20th century Mexican inlaid marquetry chest from Jalostotitlan - circa 1900. Cedar

Category

Early 20th Century Mexican Blanket Chests

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Clothing Chest
Japanese Clothing Chest

Japanese Clothing Chest

Located in San Francisco, CA

Antique Japanese 2 section clothing chest. Solid sugi (cedar wood) with hand forged iron hardware

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Spanish Colonial Iron Mounted Trunk in Cedar, circa 1850
Spanish Colonial Iron Mounted Trunk in Cedar, circa 1850

Spanish Colonial Iron Mounted Trunk in Cedar, circa 1850

Located in San Francisco, CA

19th century Spanish Colonial trunk. Appears to be cedar with iron hardware and decoration. A great

Category

Antique 1850s South American Spanish Colonial Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

18th Century Spanish Colonial Red Cedar Cofre from Mexico
18th Century Spanish Colonial Red Cedar Cofre from Mexico

18th Century Spanish Colonial Red Cedar Cofre from Mexico

Located in San Francisco, CA

A handsome 18th century Spanish colonial red cedar baul from Chiapas. Six panel construction with

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Mexican Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

A Stunning 18th Century Spanish Colonial White Cedar Arcon
A Stunning 18th Century Spanish Colonial White Cedar Arcon

A Stunning 18th Century Spanish Colonial White Cedar Arcon

Located in San Francisco, CA

A stunning 18th century Spanish colonial arcon from Mexico - in white cedar with large brass studs

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Mexican Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

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Cedar Chests For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of cedar chests for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct cedar chests — often made from wood, cedar and metal — can elevate any home. Find 675 antique and vintage cedar chests at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Cedar chests have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Cedar chests made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular at 1stDibs. Large cedar chests can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller cedar chests available at 1stDibs — each spanning 7.17 inches in width — may make for a better choice. Many cedar chests are appealing in their simplicity, but Lane Furniture, Cavalier and Lane Acclaim produced popular cedar chests that are worth a look.

How Much are Cedar Chests?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,000, while they’re typically $240 on the low end and $485,000 highest priced.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Cedar Chests
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not Lane cedar chests are solid cedar depends on the furniture in question. Most chests produced by the manufacturer feature solid cedar wood interiors finished with five layers of walnut veneers. Legs and molding are usually some variety of solid hardwood but not always cedar. On 1stDibs, find a range of Lane cedar chests.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    To date a cedar chest, search the piece for a manufacturer’s mark. Then, use trusted online resources to determine who the maker is based on those markings. From there, you can use photographs, serial numbers and other identifying characteristics to get a rough idea of when the maker produced it. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer evaluate your cedar chest. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of cedar chests.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The term Waterfall Cedar Chest refers to a specific shape of cedar chest where the lid extends down the side a bit as though it’s flowing off the top. It’s not like modern waterfall countertops where the top extends to the floor, instead it reaches a few inches down from the top. Shop a collection of cedar chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    Yes, some cedar chests may be worth something. There is a market for many kinds of cedar chests, particularly those made by well-known companies like Lane and Cavalier. Potential selling prices vary based on age, maker, style, condition and other factors. To learn more about the potential value of your cedar chest, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of cedar chests.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    To tell how old a cedar chest is, look for a stamp or label that indicates the maker's name. In some cases, you may find a date printed on the label. Otherwise, use trusted online resources to determine the years that the manufacturer operated and when it produced chests similar to yours. Alternatively, you can consult a certified appraiser or licensed antique dealer for assistance dating the piece. Find a collection of cedar chests on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    Cavalier cedar chests were mostly made between 1923 and the 1940s. The company's history dates back to 1865, with the formation of the Tennessee Furniture Company in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Its name changed to the Cavalier Corporation the same year that the furniture maker unveiled its line of cedar chests. Shop a selection of Cavalier furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    How much your Lane cedar chest is worth depends on its age, style, condition and other factors. According to online sales information, the average selling price of Lane cedar chests is $200 to $400, but some pieces may be worth more or less. When the first iteration of the Lane Furniture company began to produce its now-famous Lane cedar chests in the early 20th century, the family behind the brand was unsure of how successful they’d be, so they initially didn’t bother adding their name to them. After securing a government contract during World War I, the company prospered and applied mass-production methods to its cedar-chest manufacturing. In 1922, it rebranded as the Lane Company and implemented a national advertising campaign to market its products, which led to a huge demand for its cedar chests that continues to this day. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assess your chest and give you an idea of how much your piece is worth. Find a wide range of Lane furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell how old your Lane cedar chest is, look inside for its serial number. By reading it backward, you can determine the production date of your piece. For example, 869150 would be 05, 19, 68, or May 19, 1968. On 1stDibs, find a range of Lane chests from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, the last Lane cedar chest produced was in 2001 and the plant was then permanently closed. The company hit its heights in World War II, using a great ad campaign and encouraging the purchase of cedar chests, known as Hope Chests. In 1987 a hostile corporate purchase occurred and the new owners filed for bankruptcy in 1992. Shop a collection of Lane chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Lane Furniture does indeed make cedar chests. From 1912 to 1987, the American furniture company estimated it had sold around 12 million chests and that number continues to grow with today’s sales. Cedar chests are widely used to store clothing and linen because cedar wood is a natural repellent against moisture and moths. You can shop a collection of Lane cedar chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    An old cedar chest’s worth is based on its age, condition or rarity -- starting at $99 and as high as $700 or more. If the hardware is original then it is worth more and can fetch about $200 to $400. Find a collection of old cedar chests on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    How much a 1965 Lane cedar chest is worth varies. Prices for a 1960s-era Lane cedar chest can differ depending on size, style, condition and other attributes, but you will likely pay between $200 and $400 (you may find an authentic Lane cedar chest for a bit less or a bit more depending on the aforementioned factors).

    When the first iteration of the Lane Furniture company began to produce its now-famous Lane cedar chests in the early 20th century, the family behind the brand was unsure of how successful they’d be, so they initially didn’t bother adding their name to them. After securing a government contract during World War I, the company prospered and applied mass-production methods to its cedar-chest manufacturing. In 1922, it rebranded as the Lane Company and implemented a national advertising campaign to market its products, which led to a huge demand for its cedar chests that continues to this day.

    Consider having a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your cedar chest to learn how much it may be worth. Explore a wide range of Lane furniture on 1stDibs.

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