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Japanese antique wooden drawers/1868-1920/tasteful chest
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Japan.
The warm texture peculiar to cedar wood stands out, and the rustic simplicity of the
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Drawer 1920s-1940s / Paulownia chest of drawer
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
long time.
For this reason, chests of drawers made of paulownia wood have been made in Japan since
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Black Storage Box / Blanket Chests / 1800-1868s Wabi-sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is a Japanese black wooden storage box.
It is probably from around the Edo period.
It is one
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Blanket Chests
Materials
Wood, Cedar
H 25.6 in W 32.88 in D 17.33 in
Japanese Antique Compact Chest, Meiji Era '1868-1912'Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
character developed over time reflect the essence of Japanese aesthetics.
This chest offers both
Category
Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
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
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers, Meiji Era'1868-1912'Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
of the cedar wood gives this chest a sense of depth and warmth. The black urushi (Japanese lacquer
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Tansu 1860s-1920s / Chest of Drawer Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old chest of drawers made in Japan.
This piece of furniture dates back to the Meiji
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chestnut, Cedar
Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers, Meiji Era'1868-1912'Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique chests of drawers was crafted in the Late Meiji Era(1868-1912).
Made of cedar wood
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Chests Of Drawers, Meiji Era'1868-1912', Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This is a Japanese chest of drawers crafted during the Meiji era (1868-1912).
Featuring a slim
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
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
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
H 20.08 in W 29.53 in D 14.18 in
Japanese Antique 9-Drawer Storage Chest 1860s-1920s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old 9 drawer storage made in Japan.
It was made between the Meiji and Taisho periods
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
H 25.2 in W 21.66 in D 12.6 in
Japanese Antique Vertical Chest Of Drawers, Meiji Era'1868-1912', Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This is a Japanese vertical chest of drawers crafted during the Meiji era (1868–1912).
This chest
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
H 39.89 in W 25.99 in D 13.12 in
Japanese Antique Chests Of Drawers / Tansu Storage / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese cabinet.
It seems to be around the Meiji period, and the material is made
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
H 34.85 in W 35.44 in D 16.15 in
1940s Japanese vintage wooden tansu chest of drawers, wabi sabi organic Japandi
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Japanese Vintage Isho Tansu, clothes chest of drawers - fully made of quality Sugi cedar with
Category
Vintage 1940s Japanese Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Cedar
H 37.8 in W 32.29 in D 16.15 in
1870s-1900s wabi sabi Japanese antique mid tansu chest of drawers
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Japanese antique mid size Tansu (chest of drawers), product of circa 1870s - 1900s, late Edo to
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
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
Category
Antique 1840s Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
H 17.01 in W 18.9 in D 14.02 in
Japanese Antique Drawer / Tansu Peddler Chest of drawers / 1868-1912s Wabi-Sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese drawer.
I think it is a called "Peddler's Tansu", which is used by
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
H 35.24 in W 11.23 in D 22.45 in
19th Edo Japanese wabi sabi dougu Kusuri Tansu, Tool medicine chest of drawers
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
tool chest or medicine chest, made of thick, fine grade reddish Sugi cedar.
The rustic surface of this
Category
Antique 1860s Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Cedar
H 30.71 in W 34.45 in D 13.98 in
Japanese antique mid-size tansu chest of drawers, 1849. late Edo era. wabi sabi
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
This 175 years-old Tansu chest of drawers, is a product of late Edo period.
Made of thick, quality
Category
Antique 1840s Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Cedar
H 14.57 in W 24.81 in D 14.38 in
1860s-1920s Japanese antique rustic wabi sabi mid tansu chest of drawers
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Antique mid-size tansu with 4 drawers - product of Meiji to Taisho period (estimate 1868-1926).
Made with traditional woodworking jointly without metal fastener.
Finished with urus...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Cedar
H 17.41 in W 38.12 in D 19.69 in
1850s-60s Japanese antique box chest of drawers, Edo era. wabi sabi urushi tansu
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
product of late Edo period, estimate 1850s- 1860s - about 160+ years-old medium sized tansu (chest
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Cedar
H 21.46 in W 22.83 in D 12.99 in
3 Fabulous 20th Century Japanese style Stacking Tansu Chest of Drawers
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Pemberton, NJ
3 fabulous 20th-century Japanese-style stacking Tansu chests of drawers.
Each section can be used
Category
Mid-20th Century American Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Japanese Drawer 1882s / Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is a drawer storage made in Japan.
It was made in the Meiji (1882s), and the year is left in
Category
Antique 1880s Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Japanese Vintage Drawer, Early Showa Period '1926-'
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This vintage drawer was crafted in the Early Showa Period '1926-'.
Made of cedar wood, it is
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
-1900s).
This is a "Shonai chest" chest made in the Tohoku region of Japan.
It is characterized by its
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Tansu 1920s-1940s / Bamboo decoration / cabinet
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
made of cedar.
It is decorated with bamboo and has a traditional Japanese design.
Both the upper and
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese small drawer storage.
The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
It is
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese small drawer storage.
The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
It is
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s / Tansu Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
characterized by its uniquely Japanese simplicity.
The grain of the cedar wood on the front of the drawers is
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Small Drawer 1860s-1900s
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese small drawer.
This furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
It is made
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique BK Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
-1900s).
It is probably from the Tohoku region of Japan.
The material is mainly cedar wood.
The handle is
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Low Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese-made drawer storage.
This is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
The
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Small Drawer, Taisho Era '1912-1926', Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique small drawer was crafted in the Taisho Era (1912-1926).
Made of cedar wood, this
Category
Vintage 1920s Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Old Wabi-Sabi Box 1948s / Tansu Sofa Table
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Old wooden box made in Japan.
Made in 1948, shortly after the war.
The year is marked on the back
Category
Vintage 1940s Japanese Showa Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Vintage Two-Drawer Box, Early Showa Period '1926-'
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
cedar wood, showcasing its charmingly rustic texture.
With the passage of time, it has developed a
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese drawer storage.
The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
Material is
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Small Drawer 1860s-1920s / Tansu Nightstand Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is a small drawer storage made in Japan.
It was made between the Meiji and Taisho periods
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1920s / Tansu Nightstand Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old small drawer storage made in Japan.
It was made between the Meiji and Taisho periods
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
H 12.41 in W 23.82 in D 11.62 in
Japanese Drawer Storage 1900s-1920s / Tansu Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is a drawer storage made in Japan.
It was made in the Taisho period (1900s-1920s) and is made
Category
Vintage 1910s Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique BK Middle Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
-1900s).
It is probably from the Tohoku region of Japan.
The material is mainly cedar wood.
The handle is
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
H 18.71 in W 18.71 in D 11.82 in
Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
-1900s).
It is probably from the Tohoku region of Japan.
The material is mainly cedar wood.
The handle is
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
H 15.36 in W 15.36 in D 10.83 in
Japanese Antique Drawer Natural Color 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese small drawer storage.
The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
It is
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
H 26.19 in W 13.19 in D 19.3 in
Japanese Antique Black Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese black drawer storage.
The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Wabisabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Mingei
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
black.
Made of cedar wood.
The handle is made of iron
It is rare for furniture made in Japan.
It is a
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
H 9.45 in W 10.63 in D 7.09 in
Japanese Antique BK Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese small drawer storage.
The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
It is
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar, Pine
Japanese Antique Wabi-Sabi Tansu 1860s-1900s / Storage Drawer
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese tasteful Tansu.
The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Cedar
Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old small drawer storage made in Japan.
The furniture was made in the Meiji period
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique BK Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese drawer storage.
The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
The main
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese small drawer.
This furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
It is made
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
H 17.33 in W 16.34 in D 12.8 in
Japanese Antique Drawer Storage 1860s-1920s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old drawer storage made in Japan.
It is a historic piece of furniture made during the
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
H 34.45 in W 33.86 in D 13.19 in
Antique Late 1800s Japanese Cedar Tansu Chest of Drawers Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Late 1800s Japanese Cedar Tansu Chest of Drawers Dresser
Country: Japan
Materials
Category
Antique 1890s Japanese Baroque Dressers
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Drawer / Tansu Storage / Meiji Period Wabi-Sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese drawer.
It seems to be around the Meiji period (1868-1912s).
It is made
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Black Drawer / Storage Tansu / 1868s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese drawer.
The material is made of cedar, and the drawer has traces of "Meiji
Category
Antique 1860s Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
H 21.26 in W 18.9 in D 10.91 in
Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1920s / Nightstand Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is a small drawer storage made in Japan.
The furniture was made between the Meiji and Taisho
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
H 19.69 in W 19.1 in D 9.85 in
Japanese Antique Huge Drawer Storage 1860s-1900s / Tansu Cabinet Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is a huge old Japanese-made drawer storage.
The furniture was made during the Meiji period
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
H 48.04 in W 66.54 in D 21.26 in
Japanese Antique Lacquered Small Drawer 1860s-1920s / Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This account consists of five companies,
We specialize in Japanese antiques and select carefully
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer, Cedar
H 18.71 in W 16.74 in D 11.62 in
Japanese Antique Tansu / Drawer Cabinet / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese drawer.
It has been used in stores since the Edo period in the Tohoku
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
H 21.07 in W 35.44 in D 15.75 in
Japanese Antique Tansu / Cabinet Drawer Night Table / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese drawer.
It is a type with a deeper drawer than a normal drawer.
It is
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Cedar
H 23.82 in W 22.64 in D 23.43 in
Japanese Zelkova Wood Storage Drawer 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is a drawer storage made in the Meiji period (1860s-1900s), using abundant Japanese zelkova
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
H 34.45 in W 32.68 in D 19.3 in
Japanese Antique Three-Drawer Box, Taisho Era'1912-1926', Wabi Sabi #2
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
from Japan. I will provide my own shipping quote. Please ask.
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
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Japanese Cedar Chests For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of Japanese cedar chests for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique Japanese cedar chests was constructed with extraordinary care, often using cedar, wood and metal. Japanese cedar chests have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century.
How Much are Japanese Cedar Chests?
Prices for Japanese cedar chests can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, Japanese cedar chests begin at $800 and can go as high as $12,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,488.
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 Cedar Chests
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether 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.
- How do you date a cedar chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024To 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.
- What is a waterfall cedar chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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.
- Are cedar chests worth anything?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024Yes, 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, 2023To 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, 2024Cavalier 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, 2024How 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022No, 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 ExpertOctober 12, 2021An 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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 24, 2024To 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 ExpertOctober 30, 2024How 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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