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Japanese Lacquer Cabinet on Regence Giltwood Stand, circa 1725
Japanese Lacquer Cabinet on Regence Giltwood Stand, circa 1725

Japanese Lacquer Cabinet on Regence Giltwood Stand, circa 1725

Located in Palm Desert, CA

Japanese lacquer cabinet on Regence Giltwood stand. The stand - Circa 1725 and the lacquer cabinet

Category

Antique Early 18th Century European Louis XV Cabinets

Materials

Giltwood

17th Century Japanese Lacquer Cabinet On French Giltwood Regence Stand
17th Century Japanese Lacquer Cabinet On French Giltwood Regence Stand

17th Century Japanese Lacquer Cabinet On French Giltwood Regence Stand

Located in Benington, Herts

An Extremely Fine and Very Important 17th Century Japanese Lacquer Cabinet on French Giltwood Stand

Category

Antique 17th Century Japanese Edo Cabinets

Materials

Giltwood, Lacquer

Japanese Lacquer Meiji Period Cabinet on Stand, circa 1890
Japanese Lacquer Meiji Period Cabinet on Stand, circa 1890

Japanese Lacquer Meiji Period Cabinet on Stand, circa 1890

Located in Brighton, Sussex

A exquisite, fine quality Meiji period (1868-1912) Japanese black lacquer cabinet on stand with

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Signed Mid 19th C. Edo/Meiji Period Miniature Lacquer Stacking Cabinet, Japan
Signed Mid 19th C. Edo/Meiji Period Miniature Lacquer Stacking Cabinet, Japan

Signed Mid 19th C. Edo/Meiji Period Miniature Lacquer Stacking Cabinet, Japan

Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Japanese lacquer work from the Paris Exhibition. It is plausible that this item was purchased at the Paris

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Japanese Lacquered Meiji Period Cabinet
Japanese Lacquered Meiji Period Cabinet

Japanese Lacquered Meiji Period Cabinet

Located in Montreal, QC

Japanese lacquered Meiji Period cabinet.

Category

Antique 1880s Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Wood

19th Century Japanese Cinnabar / Lacquer Cabinet
19th Century Japanese Cinnabar / Lacquer Cabinet

19th Century Japanese Cinnabar / Lacquer Cabinet

Located in Fulton, CA

, detailed carving rivaling anything produced in Japan or China during any period. This cabinet has been

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Antique Japanese Black Lacquered Table Cabinet
Antique Japanese Black Lacquered Table Cabinet

Antique Japanese Black Lacquered Table Cabinet

Located in Ipswich, GB

Antique Japanese Black Lacquered Table Cabinet, having a quality lacquered lift off lid above 4

Category

Antique 16th Century Japanese Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Hardwood

19th Century Japanese gilt lacquered cabinet
19th Century Japanese gilt lacquered cabinet

19th Century Japanese gilt lacquered cabinet

Located in Martlesham, GB

A highly decorative 19th Century Japanese gilt lacquered cabinet from the Meiji period (1868-1912

Category

Antique 1880s Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Hardwood

Antique Lacquered Cabinet Japan with Mother of Pearl Inlays
Antique Lacquered Cabinet Japan with Mother of Pearl Inlays

Antique Lacquered Cabinet Japan with Mother of Pearl Inlays

Located in Buxton, GB

This antique Japanese lacquered cabinet is a beautiful piece of furniture that is perfect for any

Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Japonisme Furniture

Materials

Shell, Wood

Small Japanese 19th Century Edo period Lacquer Kodansu Cabinet
Small Japanese 19th Century Edo period Lacquer Kodansu Cabinet

Small Japanese 19th Century Edo period Lacquer Kodansu Cabinet

Located in New York, NY

A two door Japanese cabinet from the Meiji Period (1868-1912). Decorated in gold hirimake-e and

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Cabinets

Materials

Shell, Wood, Lacquer

Antique Japanese Black Lacquer Cabinet with Wavy Glass Doors, Taisho Era (1920s)
Antique Japanese Black Lacquer Cabinet with Wavy Glass Doors, Taisho Era (1920s)

Antique Japanese Black Lacquer Cabinet with Wavy Glass Doors, Taisho Era (1920s)

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This Japanese black lacquer cabinet was crafted during the Taisho period (1912–1926). Measuring

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Cedar, Cypress, Lacquer

Italian 18th Century Japanese Lacquer and Lace Wood Veneer Cabinet
Italian 18th Century Japanese Lacquer and Lace Wood Veneer Cabinet

Italian 18th Century Japanese Lacquer and Lace Wood Veneer Cabinet

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A spectacular and high quality Italian mid 18th century Louis XVI period Japanese black lacquer

Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Cabinets

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Japanese Black Lacquer Cabinet
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Japanese Black Lacquer Cabinet

French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Japanese Black Lacquer Cabinet

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

marble and Japanese black lacquer cabinet. The Meuble à Hauteur d’Appui cabinet is raised by fine square

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Cabinets

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Antique Charles II Georgian Japanned Carved Lacquer China Cabinet on Base
Antique Charles II Georgian Japanned Carved Lacquer China Cabinet on Base

Antique Charles II Georgian Japanned Carved Lacquer China Cabinet on Base

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Charles II Georgian Japanned Carved Lacquer China Cabinet on Base. Item features an ornate

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Georgian Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Pair of French 19th Century Japanese Lacquer and Marble Encoignure Cabinets
Pair of French 19th Century Japanese Lacquer and Marble Encoignure Cabinets

Pair of French 19th Century Japanese Lacquer and Marble Encoignure Cabinets

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

lacquer, ormolu and Sarrancolin marble encoignure cabinets. Each corner cabinet is raised by fine cabriole

Category

Antique 19th Century French Cabinets

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Georgian Chinoiserie Red Lacquered Demi-Lune Cabinet
Georgian Chinoiserie Red Lacquered Demi-Lune Cabinet

Georgian Chinoiserie Red Lacquered Demi-Lune Cabinet

Located in Southampton, NJ

An early 20th century red Lacquered Chinoiserie Demi-lune side table, console cabinet having a

Category

Early 20th Century French Georgian Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Giltwood, Lacquer, Paint

19th century Japanese Lacquer Tansu with Hawk Feather Design
19th century Japanese Lacquer Tansu with Hawk Feather Design

19th century Japanese Lacquer Tansu with Hawk Feather Design

Located in New York, NY

19th century Japanese Edo period togidashi (polished out) lacquered tansu chest. Handpainted with

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

18th Century Chinoiserie Lacquer Cabinet
18th Century Chinoiserie Lacquer Cabinet

18th Century Chinoiserie Lacquer Cabinet

Located in Lymington, GB

An 18th-century gilt japanned / lacquer chinoiserie cabinet. Displaying exotic birds, pagodas

Category

Antique 18th Century English William and Mary Cabinets

Materials

Metal

George III Japanned Cabinet On Stand
George III Japanned Cabinet On Stand

George III Japanned Cabinet On Stand

Located in Essex, MA

With a pair of doors with elaborate brass hinges and overall Asian inspired decoration opening to an interior of drawers with brass bail handles. The slightly later base with Asian i...

Category

Antique 1770s English George III Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

19th Century black lacquered and painted table cabinet
19th Century black lacquered and painted table cabinet

19th Century black lacquered and painted table cabinet

Located in Martlesham, GB

19th Century freestanding Japanese black lacquered and painted table top cabinet from the Meiji

Category

Antique 1880s Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Wood

19th Century Louis XV Style Japanned Lacquer Side Cabinet by Beauderley
19th Century Louis XV Style Japanned Lacquer Side Cabinet by Beauderley

19th Century Louis XV Style Japanned Lacquer Side Cabinet by Beauderley

By Alfred Emmanuel Louis Beurdeley

Located in Brighton, Sussex

central door having this wonderful japanned lacquer panel depicting a classical oriental scene of pagoda

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Japanese Red Lacquer Wood Case, Early 20th Century
Japanese Red Lacquer Wood Case, Early 20th Century

Japanese Red Lacquer Wood Case, Early 20th Century

Located in Roma, IT

Japanese Red Lacquer Wood Case is an original decorative object realized in Japan in the first

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Sideboards

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

19th Century Venetian Rococo Lacquer Cabinet
19th Century Venetian Rococo Lacquer Cabinet

19th Century Venetian Rococo Lacquer Cabinet

Located in Lymington, GB

An antique Venetian rococo japanned (or 'lacquer') cabinet. This rare and sophisticated antique

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo Cabinets

Materials

Lacquer

Rare Japanese Export Marquetry Cabinet with Drawers on Stand
Rare Japanese Export Marquetry Cabinet with Drawers on Stand

Rare Japanese Export Marquetry Cabinet with Drawers on Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

cabinet displayed two inlaid doors with lacquered brass hardware that open to a stack of drawers, the

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Japanese Early 20th Century Black and Gold Speckled Compound Cabinet
Japanese Early 20th Century Black and Gold Speckled Compound Cabinet

Japanese Early 20th Century Black and Gold Speckled Compound Cabinet

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Japanese compound cabinet from the early 20th century with black and gold speckled finish and

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Cabinets

Materials

Glass, Wood

Japanese Apothecary Cabinet with Sliding Glass Doors, Early 20th century
Japanese Apothecary Cabinet with Sliding Glass Doors, Early 20th century

Japanese Apothecary Cabinet with Sliding Glass Doors, Early 20th century

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This Japanese apothecary cabinet dates from the late Meiji to Taisho period (circa early 20th

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Industrial Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Glass, Cedar, Lacquer

Early 18th Century Japanned Double Corner Cabinet
Early 18th Century Japanned Double Corner Cabinet

Early 18th Century Japanned Double Corner Cabinet

Located in Lymington, GB

. Often erroneously referred to as lacquer work, this is japanned. Beautifully decorated with idyllic

Category

Antique Early 18th Century English George I Cabinets

Materials

Lacquer

Meiji-era Mizuya Dansu, Circa 1900 – Japanese Kitchen Cabinet
Meiji-era Mizuya Dansu, Circa 1900 – Japanese Kitchen Cabinet

Meiji-era Mizuya Dansu, Circa 1900 – Japanese Kitchen Cabinet

Located in Yonkers, NY

circa 1900 and reflects the understated elegance of traditional Japanese interiors. Crafted from solid

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Flap-Front Storage Cabinet with Kanji Markings, Late Meiji Era
Japanese Antique Flap-Front Storage Cabinet with Kanji Markings, Late Meiji Era

Japanese Antique Flap-Front Storage Cabinet with Kanji Markings, Late Meiji Era

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

categories. The cabinet is crafted from Japanese cedar. The door frames are finished in black urushi lacquer

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Cedar, Wood, Lacquer

Japanese Lacquer Mounted Bonheur du Jour, By Henry Dasson
Japanese Lacquer Mounted Bonheur du Jour, By Henry Dasson

Japanese Lacquer Mounted Bonheur du Jour, By Henry Dasson

By Henry Dasson

Located in Brighton, West Sussex

A Fine Louis XVI Style Gilt-Bronze and Black and Gilt Japanese Lacquer Mounted Mahogany and Bois

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Cabinets

Materials

Ormolu

George I Green Japanned and Parcel Gilt Lacquer Bureau, 18th C.
George I Green Japanned and Parcel Gilt Lacquer Bureau, 18th C.

George I Green Japanned and Parcel Gilt Lacquer Bureau, 18th C.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A striking example of Japanned furniture with European flair, this secretary desk features a vivid

Category

Antique 18th Century Asian George I Buffets

Materials

Lacquer, Mirror, Wood

Pair of Dutch Neoclassic Satinwood and Japanned Cabinets
Pair of Dutch Neoclassic Satinwood and Japanned Cabinets

Pair of Dutch Neoclassic Satinwood and Japanned Cabinets

Located in Essex, MA

Each with rectangular tops with rosewood banding, canted corners over a pair of doors each with green chinoiserie decorated doors and dividers. One shelf. Raised on square tapered ...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century European Neoclassical Revival Cabinets

Materials

Satinwood, Lacquer

3-drawer cabinet of lacquer carved wood and steel from SoShiro Ainu collection
3-drawer cabinet of lacquer carved wood and steel from SoShiro Ainu collection

3-drawer cabinet of lacquer carved wood and steel from SoShiro Ainu collection

By SoShiro

Located in London, GB

in any room. Made in Italy from eco-friendly wood and steel, this grey-and-red lacquered cabinet

Category

2010s Japanese International Style Cabinets

Materials

Stainless Steel

Venetian Early 19th Century Two-Drawer Japanese Lacquered Commode
Venetian Early 19th Century Two-Drawer Japanese Lacquered Commode

Venetian Early 19th Century Two-Drawer Japanese Lacquered Commode

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A very decorative Venetian early 19th century two drawer Japanese lacquered commode with marble top

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

1930s Japanese Antique Lacquer Sendai Tansu Clothing Chest
1930s Japanese Antique Lacquer Sendai Tansu Clothing Chest

1930s Japanese Antique Lacquer Sendai Tansu Clothing Chest

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

A 1930s Japanese lacquer Sendai Tansu Chest of drawers. Looks to be solid pine construction with a

Category

Vintage 1930s Japanese Anglo-Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Early-18th Century Red Japanned Corner Cabinet Cupboard
Early-18th Century Red Japanned Corner Cabinet Cupboard

Early-18th Century Red Japanned Corner Cabinet Cupboard

Located in Lymington, GB

An English early-eighteenth century red japanned bow-front corner cupboard, or cabinet, George II

Category

Antique 18th Century English George II Corner Cupboards

Materials

Lacquer

Large Japanese Black Lacquered Storage Chest, 19th Century
Large Japanese Black Lacquered Storage Chest, 19th Century

Large Japanese Black Lacquered Storage Chest, 19th Century

Located in Southall, GB

An absolutely stunning large Japanese black lacquered storage chest, 19th century. This chest is

Category

Antique 19th Century Asian Cabinets

Materials

Wood

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Japanese Lacquer Cabinets For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of Japanese lacquer cabinets for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct Japanese lacquer cabinets — often made from wood, lacquer and metal — can elevate any home. Japanese lacquer cabinets have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Japanese lacquer cabinets bearing Georgian or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made Japanese lacquer cabinets over the years, but those made by Cees Braakman, UMS Pastoe and Drexel are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Japanese Lacquer Cabinets?

Japanese lacquer cabinets can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $6,500, while the lowest priced sells for $299 and the highest can go for as much as $385,000.

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 Japanese Lacquer Cabinets
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    You can restore Japanese lacquer that has been damaged by exposure to light by gently buffing it with carnauba wax. Use a soft cloth to gently rub the wax into the piece, removing any excess and avoiding undamaged lacquer. Take a look on 1stDibs for a variety of pieces featuring Japanese lacquer.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Lacquer refers to the finish of the cabinet, and provides a kind of glossy appearance. You would paint the cabinets a base color, and then apply a lacquered layer overtop for the desired look. You’ll find a large variety of lacquered furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Japanese lacquer is made of resin produced from the sap of the Urushi tree. Artisans craft bowls, vases, boxes and other items out of the material. Find a collection of Japanese lacquer furniture and decorative objects and art on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, there is a type of varnish called Japanese lacquer. It is made from the sap of an urushi tree, which grows in Japan, China and Southeast Asia. On 1stDibs, you can find vintage and modern Japanese lacquered pieces from some of the top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To fix Japanese black lacquer, take it to a furniture repair shop that has previously worked with the material. Lacquer is very delicate. Attempting to fix a piece on your own could cause further damage. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Japanese black lacquer.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Japanese lacquerware items are finished with a sap that comes from the lacquer tree. This finish is prone to degradation, especially if exposed to sun and water, and age will take its toll as well. To clean lacquerware items, wet a lint-free cloth and wring as much water out as you can, then wipe the item. Finish by drying it with a soft lint-free cloth. Shop a range of antique and vintage Japanese lacquerware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To clean a Japanese lacquer box, start by moistening a soft lint-free cloth with warm water. Ring it out and then gently rub every surface. Do not use soap as it may damage the lacquer. Dry the box promptly with a second soft, dry lint-free cloth. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Japanese lacquer boxes.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes lacquer is good for kitchen cabinets since it is hard and durable. Lacquer finishes tend to be quite smooth and seamless.

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