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Antique Japanese Two-Section Isho Kasane Tansu Chest, Meiji Period
Antique Japanese Two-Section Isho Kasane Tansu Chest, Meiji Period

Antique Japanese Two-Section Isho Kasane Tansu Chest, Meiji Period

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Japanese isho tansu dating to the late Meiji period, circa 1890–1900, constructed entirely from solid kiri (paulownia). Originally made to store kimonos and other textiles, the chest...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique NT Tansu 1920s-1940s / Natural color / cabinet
Japanese Antique NT Tansu 1920s-1940s / Natural color / cabinet

Japanese Antique NT Tansu 1920s-1940s / Natural color / cabinet

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is an old Japanese-made cabinet. It was made in the early Showa period (1920s-1940s). It features traditional Japanese design. The wood pattern is used in an interesting way ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Drawer 1920s-1940s / Paulownia chest of drawer
Japanese Antique Drawer 1920s-1940s / Paulownia chest of drawer

Japanese Antique Drawer 1920s-1940s / Paulownia chest of drawer

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a very old Japanese drawer storage. This is from the Early Showa period (1920s-1940s). The material is Paulownia. Paulownia wood is the least prone to warping and deformatio...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique BK Small Tansu with 4 Drawers circa 1900–1920
Japanese Antique BK Small Tansu with 4 Drawers circa 1900–1920

Japanese Antique BK Small Tansu with 4 Drawers circa 1900–1920

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Japanese Antique BK Small Tansu with 4 Drawers circa 1900–1920 Japan, Early 20th Century, circa 1900–1920 This refined four-drawer chest embodies the understated beauty of traditio...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Antique Small Chest of Drawers from 19th Century, Japan
Antique Small Chest of Drawers from 19th Century, Japan

Antique Small Chest of Drawers from 19th Century, Japan

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

Antique small chest of drawers from Edo period (1603-1868), Japan. Because of its age, the chest shows signs of use, which in turn makes it unique and attractive. Perfect to create ...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Turn of the 19th-20th Century Japanese Isho Tansu Chests
Turn of the 19th-20th Century Japanese Isho Tansu Chests

Turn of the 19th-20th Century Japanese Isho Tansu Chests

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Traditional Japanese isho tansu, or clothing chests, dating to the 19th century, showcasing the understated beauty and exceptional craftsmanship of Japanese storage furniture. Made f...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Wabi-Sabi Meiji Period Tansu Chest of Drawers
Japanese Wabi-Sabi Meiji Period Tansu Chest of Drawers

Japanese Wabi-Sabi Meiji Period Tansu Chest of Drawers

Located in London, GB

An unusually deep & heavy Meiji period tansu chest constructed from patinated stained elm timber with forged iron hardware. Two small hidden drawers to the top right can be remov...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Primitive Meiji Period Japanese Tansu
Primitive Meiji Period Japanese Tansu

Primitive Meiji Period Japanese Tansu

Located in London, GB

Early Meiji Period Japanese Tansu/Chest Of Drawers A late 19th C. Japanese Tansu/Chest Of Drawers Of Small proportions. Constructed in cedar with six individual drawers and origina...

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Antique 1870s Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Black Small Tansu Chest of Drawers 1860s-1920s / Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Black Small Tansu Chest of Drawers 1860s-1920s / Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Black Small Tansu Chest of Drawers 1860s-1920s / Wabisabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is a small antique Japanese chest of drawers. Its low, stable rectangular form and the deep black finish, enriched by many years of age and use, give the piece a quiet yet disti...

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Antique 1860s Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

19th Century Louis XV Style Brown Lacquer Chinoiserie Bronze-Mounted Commode
19th Century Louis XV Style Brown Lacquer Chinoiserie Bronze-Mounted Commode

19th Century Louis XV Style Brown Lacquer Chinoiserie Bronze-Mounted Commode

Located in Austin, TX

A rare Louis XV style gilt bronze-mounted brown lacquer commodes decorated in chinoiserie decoration with marble top, two drawers.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Metal

Japanese Antique Small Drawer Chest 1860s-1900s / Nightstand Tansu Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Small Drawer Chest 1860s-1900s / Nightstand Tansu Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Small Drawer Chest 1860s-1900s / Nightstand Tansu Wabi Sabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an antique Japanese small drawer chest dating from the Meiji period (1860s–1900s). Crafted from cedar wood, it features two large drawers arranged vertically, each fitted wit...

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Antique 1860s Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

Japanese Antique Compact Chest, Meiji Era '1868-1912'Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Compact Chest, Meiji Era '1868-1912'Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Compact Chest, Meiji Era '1868-1912'Wabi Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This compact chest was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868-1912). It features a handle on top, making it easy to carry or reposition as needed. The aged patina of the wood highlights i...

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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Single Antique Japanese Tansu Chest with Interior Safe, Hand-Forged Iron Fitting
Single Antique Japanese Tansu Chest with Interior Safe, Hand-Forged Iron Fitting

Single Antique Japanese Tansu Chest with Interior Safe, Hand-Forged Iron Fitting

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

An exceptional single-section antique Japanese tansu chest from the late Meiji period (1868-1912), crafted from solid kiri (paulownia) wood and featuring kiri drawer fronts and a sug...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Primitive Japanese Two-Drawer Chest / Early Showa Period / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Primitive Japanese Two-Drawer Chest / Early Showa Period / Wabi-Sabi Mingei

Primitive Japanese Two-Drawer Chest / Early Showa Period / Wabi-Sabi Mingei

Located in Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate-gun, Iwate Prefecture

A primitive Japanese wooden chest, believed to have been reconstructed during the early Showa period (circa 1926–1940s). The chest features a rugged, roughly constructed form with t...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Cedar, Bamboo

Japanese Antique Small Drawer / Storage / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Japanese Antique Small Drawer / Storage / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei

Japanese Antique Small Drawer / Storage / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei

Located in Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate-gun, Iwate Prefecture

A Rare Relic of the Meiji Era: Antique Japanese Small Tansu with Rope Pulls Dating back to the Meiji period (1868–1912), this exceptional Japanese small chest (Ko-tansu) is a testam...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rope, Cedar

Japanese Antique Low Board 1860s-1920s / Drawer Chest Nightstand Wabi-Sabi
Japanese Antique Low Board 1860s-1920s / Drawer Chest Nightstand Wabi-Sabi

Japanese Antique Low Board 1860s-1920s / Drawer Chest Nightstand Wabi-Sabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an antique Japanese lowboard with four drawers, dating from the Meiji to Taisho period (circa 1868–1926). Originally crafted as a practical piece of everyday furniture, its r...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Wabisabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Mingei
Japanese Antique Wabisabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Mingei

Japanese Antique Wabisabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Mingei

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

It is a very old Japanese drawer. It was built from the late Edo period to the Meiji period (1820-1912). It is furniture that was used in shops rather than being used in ordinary hom...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Edo Period Japanese Large Drawer Chest 1800s-1860s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi
Edo Period Japanese Large Drawer Chest 1800s-1860s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi

Edo Period Japanese Large Drawer Chest 1800s-1860s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is a large antique Japanese chest of drawers, crafted during the Edo period (circa 1800s–1860s). At first glance, the piece conveys an unmistakable sense of solidity, strength, ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Small Chests of Drawers , Tansu, Wabi-Sabi
Japanese Antique Small Chests of Drawers , Tansu, Wabi-Sabi

Japanese Antique Small Chests of Drawers , Tansu, Wabi-Sabi

Located in Katori-Shi, 12

This storage box with drawers was made during the Taisho period(1900-1926). The base is made of light and durable paulownia wood, and the drawers are made of cherry wood. The beaut...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Japanese Meiji-period Choba Tansu chest with hand-forged iron fittings, 1880
Japanese Meiji-period Choba Tansu chest with hand-forged iron fittings, 1880

Japanese Meiji-period Choba Tansu chest with hand-forged iron fittings, 1880

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

An exceptionally fine Japanese *tansu* chest from the Meiji period, likely dating to the late 19th century (circa 1880–1900). This impressive chest is distinguished by its exceptiona...

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Antique 1880s Japanese Japonisme Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Vintage Chest of Drawers, Early Showa Period, Circa 1935, Wabi Sabi
Japanese Vintage Chest of Drawers, Early Showa Period, Circa 1935, Wabi Sabi

Japanese Vintage Chest of Drawers, Early Showa Period, Circa 1935, Wabi Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This Japanese vintage chest of drawers was crafted around 1935, during the Early Showa Period (1926–1940). The chest features six drawers arranged neatly in two rows of three, creat...

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Vintage 1930s Japanese Showa Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Pine

Japanese Meiji Period Two-Part Tansu Merchant Chest with Iron Hardware
Japanese Meiji Period Two-Part Tansu Merchant Chest with Iron Hardware

Japanese Meiji Period Two-Part Tansu Merchant Chest with Iron Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Japanese Meiji period two-part chōba-dansu merchant’s chest, circa 1890, featuring a richly patinated wood surface and extensive dark iron hardware. Designed in two stackable secti...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese two-panel folding screen
Japanese two-panel folding screen

Japanese two-panel folding screen

$511Sale Price|50% Off

Japanese two-panel folding screen

Located in Porto, PT

Chest - 19th Century. Portuguese, 19th century; made of wood entirely covered in leather with studs; features the initials 'JJM' and the date 1867. Iron hardware; interior lined with...

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Antique 19th Century Portuguese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Japanese 19th Century Meiji Period Brown and Black Tansu Clothing Chest
Japanese 19th Century Meiji Period Brown and Black Tansu Clothing Chest

Japanese 19th Century Meiji Period Brown and Black Tansu Clothing Chest

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique Japanese Meiji period tansu clothing chest from the 19th century, with black and brown patina. Created in Japan during the 19th century, this tansu chest features a rectan...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Massive Drawer Chest 1860s-1900s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Massive Drawer Chest 1860s-1900s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Massive Drawer Chest 1860s-1900s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is a huge old Japanese-made drawer storage. The furniture was made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s) and is made of cedar wood with rustic and practical iron hardware on the...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Black Drawer Chest 1860s-1900s / Tansu Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Black Drawer Chest 1860s-1900s / Tansu Sideboard Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Black Drawer Chest 1860s-1900s / Tansu Sideboard Wabi Sabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an old Japanese black drawer cabinet. Quietly standing in space, it brings a deep sense of balance and quiet tension without ever appearing overly assertive. It is believed ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s/Chest of Drawers Wabisabi Art
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s/Chest of Drawers Wabisabi Art

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s/Chest of Drawers Wabisabi Art

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

It is an old Japanese drawer. It is an item of the Meiji era (1860s-1920s) The material is cedar. The shade of brown is beautiful and the taste is wonderful. The drawer also ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Tansu Chest of Drawers, Late Meiji Era (1868–1912)
Japanese Antique Tansu Chest of Drawers, Late Meiji Era (1868–1912)

Japanese Antique Tansu Chest of Drawers, Late Meiji Era (1868–1912)

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This Japanese antique chest of drawers was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868–1912). Made of sugi (Japanese cedar), the piece has a straightforward and honest material character, with a...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1860s-1900s /Tansu, Wabi-Sabi
Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1860s-1900s /Tansu, Wabi-Sabi

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1860s-1900s /Tansu, Wabi-Sabi

Located in Katori-Shi, 12

This small drawer was produced in the Taisho period. This chest is made of sturdy cedar with a lacquer finish, with a base panel made of lightweight paulownia wood and an iron handl...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Pair of English George II Style Red Japanned Chests
Pair of English George II Style Red Japanned Chests

Pair of English George II Style Red Japanned Chests

Located in San Francisco, CA

Each beautifully decorated chest with concave top with canted corners above a conforming body fitted with 2 short over 2 long drawers all raised on splayed bracket feet; with overall...

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Antique Late 19th Century English George II Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Early Meiji Period Japanese Tansu Cabinet/Chest Of Drawers Wabi Sami
Early Meiji Period Japanese Tansu Cabinet/Chest Of Drawers Wabi Sami

Early Meiji Period Japanese Tansu Cabinet/Chest Of Drawers Wabi Sami

Located in London, GB

A six drawer early Meiji period cedar tansu cabinet/chest of drawers. A beautiful and very practical piece of furniture. Heavily patinated through years of use with original iron h...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Meiji Era Japanese Antique Chest of Drawers, Wabi-Sabi Aesthetic
Meiji Era Japanese Antique Chest of Drawers, Wabi-Sabi Aesthetic

Meiji Era Japanese Antique Chest of Drawers, Wabi-Sabi Aesthetic

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This antique chests of drawers was crafted in the Late Meiji Era(1868-1912). This Japanese chest of drawers, crafted during the Meiji era, is a timeless piece that tells a story of ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

19th C Meiji Japanese Antique Black Tansu Chest with 6 Drawers
19th C Meiji Japanese Antique Black Tansu Chest with 6 Drawers

19th C Meiji Japanese Antique Black Tansu Chest with 6 Drawers

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

This tansu chest of drawers is made entirely from thick, high-quality solid sugi cedar boards. It is estimated to date from Meiji period, circa 1860s–1900s based on its traditional ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Cedar

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1800s-1860s/Safe Storage Cabinet Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1800s-1860s/Safe Storage Cabinet Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1800s-1860s/Safe Storage Cabinet Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

It is an old Japanese drawer. It is an item from the Edo period (1800s-1860s). It has a keyed door so that it can also be used as a safe. Both metal fittings are attached with very ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Antique Small Chest of Drawers from Edo period 19th Century, Japan
Antique Small Chest of Drawers from Edo period 19th Century, Japan

Antique Small Chest of Drawers from Edo period 19th Century, Japan

Located in Tokyo, Tokyo

Antique small chest of drawers from Edo period (1603-1868), Japan. If you look closely at the top surface, you can see writing on it. Because of its age, the chest shows signs of u...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Isho-Tansu Single-Section Chest with Iron Hardware
Antique Japanese Meiji Period Isho-Tansu Single-Section Chest with Iron Hardware

Antique Japanese Meiji Period Isho-Tansu Single-Section Chest with Iron Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

Crafted in Japan during the Meiji period (1868–1912), this authentic single-section Isho-tansu (clothing storage chest) offers a striking combination of traditional craftsmanship, fu...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

19th C Edo Japanese Antique Sugi Cedar Black Urushi lacquered Tansu chest
19th C Edo Japanese Antique Sugi Cedar Black Urushi lacquered Tansu chest

19th C Edo Japanese Antique Sugi Cedar Black Urushi lacquered Tansu chest

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

This tansu chest of drawers is made entirely from solid sugi cedar boards. It is estimated to date from the late Edo period, circa 1820s–1860s, or the early to mid-19th century, bas...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Cedar

Antique Japanese Kannon Biraki Clothing Chest on Chest, Meiji Period, circa 1890
Antique Japanese Kannon Biraki Clothing Chest on Chest, Meiji Period, circa 1890

Antique Japanese Kannon Biraki Clothing Chest on Chest, Meiji Period, circa 1890

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

Antique Japanese Kannon Biraki Clothing Chest on Chest, Meiji Period, circa 1890 A fine and elegant Japanese Kannon Biraki tansu of pleasing colour, crafted from lightweight paulowni...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Japanese Antique Low Chest of Drawers, Taisho Era “1912–1926”, Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Low Chest of Drawers, Taisho Era “1912–1926”, Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Low Chest of Drawers, Taisho Era “1912–1926”, Wabi Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This antique low chest of drawers was crafted in the Taisho Era (1912–1926). Finished with traditional Japanese kakishibu (persimmon tannin) and soot-based pigment, the surface pres...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Taishō Period Early 20th Century Tansu Chest with Five Drawers
Japanese Taishō Period Early 20th Century Tansu Chest with Five Drawers

Japanese Taishō Period Early 20th Century Tansu Chest with Five Drawers

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Japanese Taisho period antique tansu chest from the early 20th century with five drawers and iron hardware. Created in Japan during the Taisho period, this tansu chest features a s...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Edo Period Japanese Gyosho Tansu, Traveling Merchant Chest with Multiple Drawers
Edo Period Japanese Gyosho Tansu, Traveling Merchant Chest with Multiple Drawers

Edo Period Japanese Gyosho Tansu, Traveling Merchant Chest with Multiple Drawers

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

Antique Japanese Tansu box chest of drawers, which is originally as Gyosyo tansu (Peddler's chest), product of late Edo - Meiji era (estimate 1860s-1910s). Used by Gyosyonin (peddler...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Cedar

Antique Early 1900s Meiji Period Japanese Pine/Elm Tansu Chest with Iron Hardwar
Antique Early 1900s Meiji Period Japanese Pine/Elm Tansu Chest with Iron Hardwar

Antique Early 1900s Meiji Period Japanese Pine/Elm Tansu Chest with Iron Hardwar

Located in Centennial, CO

A stunning antique Meiji period early 1900s Japanese Tansu chest of drawers (isho dansu = clothing chest) with original hardware and working keys. Lacquered dark stained pine compris...

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Vintage 1910s Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Elm, Pine

Meiji Japanese Antique Black Urushi Sugi Cedar Tansu chest with 18 Drawers
Meiji Japanese Antique Black Urushi Sugi Cedar Tansu chest with 18 Drawers

Meiji Japanese Antique Black Urushi Sugi Cedar Tansu chest with 18 Drawers

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

This tansu chest of drawers is constructed from solid sugi cedar boards and dates to the late 19th century, circa 1870s–1890s, during the early to mid-Meiji period. The main body is...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

Japanese Edo Period Apothecary Chest (Tansu), Kaei 1 (1848), Wabi-Sabi
Japanese Edo Period Apothecary Chest (Tansu), Kaei 1 (1848), Wabi-Sabi

Japanese Edo Period Apothecary Chest (Tansu), Kaei 1 (1848), Wabi-Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This Japanese apothecary chest (tansu) dates to the first year of Kaei (1848), late Edo period. The date is recorded internally in brush-written ink, providing direct historical evid...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

19th Century Japanese Meiju Period Chestnut Tansu Chest with Hand-forged iron
19th Century Japanese Meiju Period Chestnut Tansu Chest with Hand-forged iron

19th Century Japanese Meiju Period Chestnut Tansu Chest with Hand-forged iron

Located in Wainscott, NY

An authentic 19th Century Japanese tansu chest from the Meiji period (circa late 1800's), exemplifying the refined utility and craftsmanship that define traditional Japanese storage ...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

Japanese 19th Century Keyaki Wood Isho Dansu Clothing Chest with Iron Hardware
Japanese 19th Century Keyaki Wood Isho Dansu Clothing Chest with Iron Hardware

Japanese 19th Century Keyaki Wood Isho Dansu Clothing Chest with Iron Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Japanese 19th century keyaki wood Sendai clothing tansu with four drawers and elaborate hand-cut iron hardware. Born during the 19th century in the Sendai prefecture, this exquisit...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

Meiji Period Japanese Two-Part Keyaki and Kiri Wood Isho-Dansu Chest
Meiji Period Japanese Two-Part Keyaki and Kiri Wood Isho-Dansu Chest

Meiji Period Japanese Two-Part Keyaki and Kiri Wood Isho-Dansu Chest

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique Japanese Meiji period two-section tansu chest dating to the late 19th century, combining beautifully figured wood drawer fronts with dark-finished casework and traditional...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

Late Edo Japanese Antique Wabi-Sabi Kusuri-Dansu Apothecary Chest, 1820s–1860s
Late Edo Japanese Antique Wabi-Sabi Kusuri-Dansu Apothecary Chest, 1820s–1860s

Late Edo Japanese Antique Wabi-Sabi Kusuri-Dansu Apothecary Chest, 1820s–1860s

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

A Japanese antique kusuri-dansu, or apothecary chest, made of sugi cedar. This piece dates to the late Edo period, circa early to mid-19th century, around the 1820s–1860s. Originally...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Cedar

Japanese Late Edo Merchant Counter Tansu, Original Urushi Lacquer with 6 Drawers
Japanese Late Edo Merchant Counter Tansu, Original Urushi Lacquer with 6 Drawers

Japanese Late Edo Merchant Counter Tansu, Original Urushi Lacquer with 6 Drawers

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

A Japanese merchant counter tansu from the late Edo period, circa 1840s–1860s, constructed from solid Sugi cedar and finished in layers of original urushi lacquer. This piece was fo...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Cedar

Japanese Antique Low Chest of Drawers with Nine Drawers, Meiji Era (1868–1912)
Japanese Antique Low Chest of Drawers with Nine Drawers, Meiji Era (1868–1912)

Japanese Antique Low Chest of Drawers with Nine Drawers, Meiji Era (1868–1912)

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This Japanese antique chest of drawers was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868–1912). With its low horizontal form and orderly arrangement of nine drawers, the piece has a calm and balan...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chestnut, Cedar

Japanese Meiji Period Late 19th Century Isho-Dansu Chest with Iron Hardware
Japanese Meiji Period Late 19th Century Isho-Dansu Chest with Iron Hardware

Japanese Meiji Period Late 19th Century Isho-Dansu Chest with Iron Hardware

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique Japanese Meiji period two-part tansu chest from the late 19th century with dark red lacquer, iron hardware, small safe and carrying handles. Created in Japan during the Me...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Meiji 19th Century Kuruma Tansu Lacquered Chest with Safe on Wheels
Japanese Meiji 19th Century Kuruma Tansu Lacquered Chest with Safe on Wheels

Japanese Meiji 19th Century Kuruma Tansu Lacquered Chest with Safe on Wheels

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Japanese Meiji period merchant's Kuruma tansu chest from the 19th century, with four large drawers and a lateral door concealing additional drawers. Created in Japan during the 19t...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

Japanese Antique Low Cedar Chest of Drawers, Late Edo Period, Mingei, Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Low Cedar Chest of Drawers, Late Edo Period, Mingei, Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Low Cedar Chest of Drawers, Late Edo Period, Mingei, Wabi Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This Japanese antique chest of drawers was crafted during the Late Edo Period, circa 1850. Its low, horizontal proportions and four generously sized drawers reflect the practical sp...

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

Japanese Antique Small Chest of Drawers, Edo Era (Tenpō 1830-1844), Wabi-Sabi
Japanese Antique Small Chest of Drawers, Edo Era (Tenpō 1830-1844), Wabi-Sabi

Japanese Antique Small Chest of Drawers, Edo Era (Tenpō 1830-1844), Wabi-Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This antique small chest of drawers was crafted in the Edo Era (Tenpō 1830-1844). The aged urushi (Japanese lacquer), worn away in places, enhances the piece’s unique character and ...

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Antique 1840s Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cedar

19th C Edo Japanese Antique Keyaki & Cedar black Urushi Tansu chest of drawers
19th C Edo Japanese Antique Keyaki & Cedar black Urushi Tansu chest of drawers

19th C Edo Japanese Antique Keyaki & Cedar black Urushi Tansu chest of drawers

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

This tansu chest of drawers is made from solid Keyaki & Sugi cedar boards. It is estimated to date from the late Edo period, circa 1820s–1860s, or the early to mid-19th century,...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Hardwood, Cedar

1820s-1860s Japanese antique cabinet, wabi sabi tansu medicine chest of drawers
1820s-1860s Japanese antique cabinet, wabi sabi tansu medicine chest of drawers

1820s-1860s Japanese antique cabinet, wabi sabi tansu medicine chest of drawers

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

Japanese antique large cabinet, tansu chest of drawers in the vein of Kusuri dansu (Medicine / apothecary chest). Product of Mid to late Edo period (1820s-1860s / Early to Mid 19th C...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Hardwood

1860s-80s Japanese antique wabi sabi Urushi mid Tansu chest of drawers
1860s-80s Japanese antique wabi sabi Urushi mid Tansu chest of drawers

1860s-80s Japanese antique wabi sabi Urushi mid Tansu chest of drawers

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

From Tohoku area, Japan. This mid-size, black Urushi lacquered Tansu chest of drawers is a product of late Edo to early Meiji era (circa 1860s-1880s) , estimate from the style & con...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

1860s-80s Japanese antique wabi sabi Urushi mid Tansu chest of drawers
1860s-80s Japanese antique wabi sabi Urushi mid Tansu chest of drawers

1860s-80s Japanese antique wabi sabi Urushi mid Tansu chest of drawers

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

New finds from an farmer's Kura (traditional style warehouse) in Ibaraki pref., Japan. This mid-size, black Urushi lacquered Tansu chest of drawers is a product of late Edo to early...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Tansu Chest of Drawers Japanese Cc1890
Tansu Chest of Drawers Japanese Cc1890

Tansu Chest of Drawers Japanese Cc1890

Located in London, Lambeth

It typically features four large drawers with smaller drawers in the lower section, fitted with original iron handles and hardware. Traditionally used for storing clothing and texti...

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Antique Late 19th Century Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Elm

1860s-80s Japanese antique wabi sabi Urushi mid Tansu chest of drawers
1860s-80s Japanese antique wabi sabi Urushi mid Tansu chest of drawers

1860s-80s Japanese antique wabi sabi Urushi mid Tansu chest of drawers

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

From Kanto or Tohoku area, Japan. This mid-size, black Urushi lacquered Tansu chest of drawers is a product of late Edo to early Meiji era (circa 1860s-1880s) , estimate from the st...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

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Commode Japan For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the commode Japan you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A commode Japan — often made from wood, metal and iron — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a commode Japan, we have 465 options in-stock, while there are 4 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a commode Japan — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. When you’re browsing for the right commode Japan, those designed in Louis XV, Mid-Century Modern and Georgian styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one commode Japan that is appealing in its simplicity, but Cees Braakman, UMS Pastoe and Henredon produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Commode Japan?

Prices for a commode Japan start at $325 and top out at $255,211 with the average selling for $3,504.

Finding the Right Commodes-chests-of-drawers for You

Shopping for a commode or a chest of drawers?

Commode is the French term for a low chest of drawers, but it is also sometimes used to denote any case piece with a particularly intricate design. The commode dates to circa 1700 France, where it was used as an alternative to a taller cabinet piece so as to not obscure paneled, mirrored or tapestried walls. Coffers, or chests, which were large wooden boxes with hinged lids and sometimes stood on ball feet, preceded chests of drawers, a fashionable cabinet furnishing that garnered acclaim for its obvious storage potential and versatility. The term commode was also used to refer to a piece of bedroom furniture — a washstand or nightstand that contained a chamber pot. 

As time passed, French and British furniture makers led the way in the production of chests of drawers, and features like the integration of bronze and ornamental pulls became commonplace. Antique French commodes in the Louis XV style were sometimes crafted in mahogany or walnut, while an Italian marble top added a sophisticated decorative flourish. This specific type of case piece grew in popularity in the years that followed.

So, what makes a chest of drawers different from a common dresser? Dressers are short, and chests of drawers are overall taller pieces of furniture that typically do not have room on the top for a mirror as most dressers do. Tallboys and highboys are variations of the dresser form. Some chests of drawers have one column of four to six long drawers or three long drawers in their bottom section that are topped by a cluster of small side-by-side drawers on the top. To further complicate things, we sometimes refer to particularly short chests of drawers as nightstands. 

Even though chests of drawers are commonly thought of as bedroom furniture to store clothing, these are adaptable pieces. A chest of drawers can house important documents — think of your walnut Art Deco commode as an upgrade to your filing cabinet. Nestle your chest near your home’s front door to store coats and other outerwear, while the top can be a place to drop your handbag. Add some flair to your kitchen, where this lovable case piece can hold pots, pans and even cookbooks.

When shopping for the right chest of drawers for your home, there are a few key things to consider: What will you be storing in it? How big a chest will you need?

Speaking of size, don’t dream too big. If your space is on the smaller side, a more streamlined vintage mid-century modern chest of drawers, perhaps one designed by Paul McCobb or T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, may best suit your needs.

At 1stDibs, we make it easy to add style and storage to your home. Browse our collection of antique and vintage commodes and chests of drawers today.

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