Antique Japanese Tansu Cabinet, Wood and Metal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A traditional Japanese tansu from the early 1900s, crafted in a warm-toned wood and accented with
Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Cabinets
Metal, Berlin Iron
Antique Japanese Tansu Cabinet, Wood and Metal
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A traditional Japanese tansu from the early 1900s, crafted in a warm-toned wood and accented with
Metal, Berlin Iron
1900s Antique Japanese Tansu Red Cabinet Travel Chests
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1900s Antique Japanese Meiji Tansu Red Travel Cabinet Set includes 2 cabinets with base. Two wood
Metal
$4,800
H 35 in W 21.25 in D 10.25 in
Meiji Period Japanese Cabinet with Textile-Backed Doors, c. 1880–1910
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
A beautifully preserved late 19th-century Japanese Meiji-period cabinet, thoughtfully refinished to
Metal
Small Japanese Wooden Cupboards 1970s
Located in Paris, FR
This is a wooden cupboards which was made in Japan around 1970s in Showa era. There is some
Metal
$7,825
H 53 in W 41 in D 15.5 in
Taishō Period Japanese Mizuya Tansu Kitchen Chest in Sugi Wood with Sliding Door
Located in Yonkers, NY
A beautifully constructed Japanese kitchen cabinet, known as a mizuya tansu, from the Taishō period
Metal
19th Century Japanese Tansu Chest
Located in Winnetka, IL
This is a wonderful 19th century Japanese Laquer Tansu chest on a custom metal base Two drawers
Metal
$7,119
H 28.35 in W 88.98 in D 17.72 in
Cees Braakman Japanese Series "DU03" Teak Sideboard for Pastoe, 1960s
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in The Hague, NL
silhouette elevated on a slender black lacquered metal base, giving the cabinet a light “floating” appearance
Metal
Pastoe sideboard, Japanese Series by Cees Braakman
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Brussels, BE
classic. Crafted from teak wood, it features a sleek black lacquered metal frame. The cabinet is adorned
Metal
$1,368
H 27.96 in W 29.53 in D 16.15 in
Early 20th Century Japanese Choba Tansu Chest with Original Iron Hardware
Located in Berlin, DE
This early 20th century Japanese Choba Tansu is a beautiful example of traditional Japanese
Metal
$9,871
H 28.55 in W 88.98 in D 17.72 in
Sideboard Du03 Japanese Serie By Cees Braakman For Pastoe, 1960s
By Cees Braakman
Located in Brussels, BE
Sideboard Du03 Japanese Serie By Cees Braakman For Pastoe, 1960s
Metal
$8,136
H 28.35 in W 88.59 in D 17.72 in
Japanese Serie DU03 Sideboard by Cees Braakman for Pastoe 1958, Dutch design
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Antwerp, BE
Minimalistisch Japanese series DU03 sideboard by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, 1958. Dutch design icon
Metal
$1,200
H 46.25 in W 22.75 in D 15.5 in
Chinoiserie Japanned English Pagoda Bamboo Standing Corner Shelf or Etagere
Located in Oklahoma City, OK
An antique English 3 tier corner etagere of burnt bamboo and black Japanned panels. Each shelf is
Metal
$2,700
H 21.5 in W 17.5 in D 8.5 in
Japanese Marquetry Hanging or Table Cabinet, Meiji Period, c. 1900, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A large and remarkable Japanese lacquer and marquetry decorated table or hanging cabinet, Meiji
Metal, Brass, Copper
Big Modular Bookshelf for Cassina, 1971
By Cassina, Afra & Tobia Scarpa
Located in Roma, IT
shelves offer open storage, while the upper compartments include: Drop-front cabinets with original locks
Metal
$14,500
H 35 in W 51.5 in D 21.5 in
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.
Marble, Metal
Unavailable
H 46.26 in W 49.61 in D 17.72 in
Vintage Cu01 Japanese Series Cabinet by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, 1958
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in BAARLO, LI
cabinet belongs to the Japanese series of Pastoe and is a real Dutch design classic. The cabinet has four
Metal
Vintage Japanese Kiriwood Isho Tansu Chest
Located in Brattleboro, VT
Versatile and elegant Japanese Kiriwood Isho Tansu chest. The ingenuity of Japanese joinery
Metal
Unavailable
H 46.07 in W 59.06 in D 17.72 in
Cees Braakman for Pastoe CU05 Japanese Series cabinet, The Netherlands, 1960s
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Lijnden, Noord-Holland
Cees Braakman for Pastoe CU05 Japanese series cabinet, The Netherlands, 1960s In good vintage
Metal
Unavailable
H 28.35 in W 72.84 in D 17.72 in
Cees Braakman "DU04" Japanese Series for Pastoe Credenza, the Netherlands, 1950s
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Lijnden, Noord-Holland
Cees Braakman DU04 Japanese series for Pastoe credenza or sideboard, The Netherlands, 1950s This
Metal
Unavailable
H 28.75 in W 88.59 in D 17.72 in
Iconic Pastoe Credenza, Sideboard, Japanese Series, Model DU03 by Cees Braakman
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Schagen, NL
Netherlands. This piece was made from teakwood veneer and features four drawers and two cabinets with a shelf
Metal
Unavailable
H 28.35 in W 88.98 in D 17.72 in
"Japanese Series" DU03 Sideboard by Cees Braakman for UMS Pastoe, Dutch, 1950s
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Lijnden, Noord-Holland
over 50 years old, but it still looks fantastic and very modern with its elegant black metal legs and
Metal
Unavailable
H 28.35 in W 88.98 in D 17.72 in
"Japanese Series" DU03 Sideboard by Cees Braakman for UMS Pastoe, Dutch, 1950s
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Lijnden, Noord-Holland
over 50 years old, but it still looks fantastic and very modern with its elegant black metal legs and
Metal
Sideboard, Italy, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Matte black lacquered and tinted fruitwood cabinet in the Japanese style. The front doors cut to
Metal
Okamura Mid-Century Japanese Metal Cabinet
By O&M Design
Located in Seattle, WA
Black metal cabinet by Okamura. Sliding glass doors with two adjustable glass shelves.
Metal
Metal Console Cabinet with Drawers
Located in Surrey, BC
Excellent metal cabinet retaining traces of original black finish with stencilling hilights. The
Metal
Pastoe Cees Braakman Japanese Cabinet, 1958
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Highly wanted cabinet from the Japanese series by Cees Braakman with metal slipper frame in black
Metal
A rare Japanese Lacquer Cabinet on Stand
Located in London, GB
A fine 17th century Japanese lacquer cabinet with gilt metal mounts, handles and hinges. The whole
Lacquer
19th Century Japanese Black and Gold Lacquered Display Cabinet
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Superb quality Japanese display cabinet circa 1890. Contains various scenes from Japanese life on
Metal
Sold
H 19.5 in W 34.5 in D 16 in
Japanese Early 20th Century Low Storage Cabinet with Sliding Doors and Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Japanese low storage cabinet from the early 20th century, with sliding doors, three
Metal
Japanese Series Cabinet by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, 1958
By Cees Braakman
Located in Vlimmeren, BE
This cabinet of the well-known Japanese Series was designed by Cees Braakman for Pastoe in 1958
Metal
Sold
H 52.5 in W 37.5 in D 15.5 in
Japanese 19th Century Meiji Period Apothecary Cabinet with 27 Drawers and Doors
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Meiji period apothecary cabinet from the 19th century, with 27 drawers, sliding doors
Metal
Sold
H 36 in W 37 in D 16.5 in
Antique Japanese Tansu Chest With Drawers on Contemporary Metal Stand Console
Located in Centennial, CO
made contemporary black metal stand. The tansu chest was part of a larger cabinet which was lost at
Iron
Sold
H 46.46 in W 59.06 in D 17.72 in
Cees Braakman Japanese Series CU07 cabinet Pastoe The Netherlands 1959
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Beautiful symmetric cabinet model CU07 of the Japanese Series designed by Cees Braakman for Pastoe
Metal
Sold
H 46.07 in W 49.61 in L 46.07 in
Cees Braakman Japanese Series "Cu06" Teak Cabinet for Pastoe, 1960s
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in The Hague, NL
highboard comes from the very popular 'Japanese Series". Model No.- CU06 and is mentioned in the Pastoe
Metal
Sold
H 46.46 in W 49.61 in D 17.72 in
Japanese Series Teak Cabinet by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, Netherlands, 1950s
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in London, GB
Teak cabinet from the UplusN - or Japanese - series, with characteristic black handles and black
Metal
Sold
H 46.07 in W 59.06 in D 17.72 in
Pastoe CU04 Teak Japanese Series Cabinet Cees Braakman Highboard, 1960's
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Very nice cabinet from the Japanese series by Cees Braakman manufactured by Pastoe. This cabinet is
Metal
Sold
H 46.07 in W 49.61 in D 17.72 in
Pastoe CU01 cabinet Japanese series Teak higboard by Cees Braakman, 1959
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Dutch minimalist cabinet from the so called 'Japanese Series' by designer Cees Braakman for Dutch
Metal
Sold
H 117 in W 75 in D 45 in
'Japanese' Series Birch Cabinet by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, Netherlands, 1950s
By Cees Braakman
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
This is a very rare cabinet because it is made of a birch veneer exterior and a beautiful
Metal
Pastoe Japanese series wardrobe teak with metal frame
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
One of the most wanted series of this period, this wardrobe from the Japanese series is designed by
Metal
Sold
H 46.46 in W 49.61 in D 17.72 in
CU01 Japanese Series Teak Cabinet by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, the Netherlands
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This very nice and highly collectable cabinet, from the Japanese series, was designed by Cees
Metal
Primitive Book Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This primitive book cabinet from Japan features natural wood construction accented with subtle
Metal
Japanese Tansu
Located in Hudson, NY
This tansu, an important and standard piece of furniture in Japanese culture can be found in homes
Metal
Japanese Tansu Chest
Located in Chicago, IL
A Japanese Taisho period single-section wardrobe cabinet from the late 19th century, with two
Metal
Pretty Japanese Tansu Chest
Located in Wainscott, NY
include metal tassels and hardware which is original to the Tansu.
Metal
George I red japanned & parcel gilt chest or cabinet
Located in Nashville, TN
The cabinet on an earlier (circa 1650) Dutch baroque stand or "kwabtafel " The English in
Metal
Japanese Tansu Pine Wood Chest with Two Drawers
Located in Chicago, IL
Tansu chest made from pine wood and features two large drawers and a custom-made metal base. Wear
Metal
Japanese Tansu Pine Wood Chest with Four Drawers
Located in Chicago, IL
, and a custom-made metal base. Wear consistent with age and use.
Metal
Sold
H 70.87 in W 88.59 in D 23.63 in
KU16 Japanese Series Wardrobe or Cabinet by Cees Braakman for Pastoe Teak Black
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Large KU-16 Japanese series cabinet designed by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, 1958. Cees Braakman's
Metal
Japanese Tansu with Black Hardware
Located in Chicago, IL
This two-part Tansu chest is from Japan and was made from pine wood, circa 1900. The piece features
Metal
Two-Part Japanese Tansu Chest
Located in Chicago, IL
Crafted in Japan during the 20th century, this Kiri wood tansu chest is a fine example of Japan
Metal
Desk covered in Japanese paper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully designed desk - desk surface is covered in Japanese paper - detail shots shown show
Metal
Japanese Tansu with Black Hardware
Located in Chicago, IL
This two-part Tansu chest is from Japan and was made from pine wood, circa 1900. The piece features
Metal
Pastoe highboard, Japanese Series by Cees Braakman
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Brussels, BE
the Japanese series by Cees Braakman, this highboard is recognized as a Dutch icon, known for its
Metal
Japanesque Style Cocktail Cabinet Handpainted 'Kimono' Design
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
This exquisite cabinet, crafted from indigenous hardwood originating in Madagascar, showcases a
Metal
Japanese Tansu with Black Color Hardware
Located in Chicago, IL
This two part Tansu chest is from Japan and was made from paulownia wood, circa 1900. The piece
Metal
Cees Braakman for Pastoe CU06 Japanese Series Teak Highboard
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Model CU06 Japanese series highboard by Cees Braakman, Netherlands, 1950s. In very good condition
Metal
Cees Braakman DU03 Japanese Series Teak Sideboard
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Iconic DU-03 ‘Japanese Series’ sideboard designed by the famous Dutch designer Cees Braakman for
Metal
Sold
H 28.35 in W 29.49 in D 14.57 in
Vintage chest of drawers DU10 by Cees Braakman for Pastoe Japanese series
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Breda, NB
Vintage chest of drawers DU10 by Cees Braakman for Pastoe from the Japanese series, 1958. The
Metal
Sold
H 46.46 in W 59.45 in D 17.72 in
CU07 Japanese Series Teak Highboard by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, The Netherlands
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Steenwijk, NL
This very nice and highly collectable highboard, from the Japanese series, was designed by Cees
Metal
Cees Braakman Du01 Japanese Series Sideboard for Pastoe
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Rare size DU-01 Japanese series sideboard by Cees Braakman. Teak with black lacquered metal base
Metal
Wall Unit by Cees Braakman Pastoe Japanese series
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Den Haag, NL
for Pastoe. Japanse series 1960's, 3 white wall units and 13 shelves with black metal hangers can be
Brass, Metal
Braakman Japanese Series DU03 Sideboard for Pastoe, 1960
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Iconic DU-03 ‘Japanese Series’ sideboard designed by the famous Dutch designer Cees Braakman for
Metal
Antique Japanese Tansu Clothing Chest Bo Ishu-Dansu
Located in Portland, OR
-appropriate patina. Keys included. Made in Japan circa 1910. A wonderful historical piece for storage and
Metal, Iron
Pastoe Cees Braakman Japanese series buffet teak and white
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Rare high buffet by Cees Braakman for Pastoe. This buffet is from the famous Japanese series and is
Metal
Cees Braakman for Pastoe Model EU01 Japanese Series Desk, 1950s
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Cees Braakman for Pastoe model EU-01 Japanese Series desk in teak and metal and bent plywood
Metal
Japanese Series Sideboard by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, 1960s
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in bruxelles, BE
Sideboard composed of 4 doors, 4 drawers. Black metal base. Wear due to time and the age of the
Metal
Sold
H 46.5 in W 37 in D 18 in
Japanese Meiji Period Two-Part Tansu Clothing Chest with Butterfly Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Meiji period two-part tansu clothing chest from the 19th century, with round medallion
Metal
Sold
H 28.35 in W 85.04 in D 17.72 in
Cees Braakman DU03 Japanese Series sideboard Pastoe The Netherlands 1958
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Etten-Leur, NL
Iconic sideboard model DU03 for the Japanese Series designed by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, The
Metal
'Namban' Japanese Lacquer Export Cabinet
Located in London, GB
A 'Namban' export cabinet of the early 17th century Of rectangular form, dressed with engraved
Gilt Metal
Sold
H 28.35 in W 88.98 in D 17.72 in
Magnificent DU03 Sideboard / Credenza Japanese Series Cees Braakman Pastoe, 1954
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
in combination with its warm teak and black metal base make this a much desired design piece. The
Metal
Sold
H 28.75 in W 17.72 in D 88.98 in
Japanese Series DU03 Sideboard by Cees Braakman for Pastoe, circa 1950
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
manufacturing: 1950s Size W x D x H: 226 x 45 x 73 cm. Material: Metal base, teak cabinet, plastic handles
Metal
Sold
H 28.35 in W 59.06 in D 17.72 in
Dutch Minimalist Teak Japanese Series Sideboard by Cees Braakman, Pastoe, 1960s
By Pastoe, Cees Braakman
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
1960s. This sideboard comes from the well-known series of Pastoe which has been renamed the 'Japanese
Metal
On Hold|$8,500
H 68.19 in W 66.7 in D 20.08 in
19th Cen. Edo Japanese 2-tier large black Mizuya Tansu, wabi sabi kitchen chests
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
New finds from the Kominka (old traditional house) owned by an old-established family in Nagano prefecture, Japan. This 2-tier large Mizuya tansu (Kitchen chest) is the product of m...
Wood, Cedar, Pine
20th Century Japanese Tansu Chest in Two Parts
Located in Torino, IT
Crafted in Japan during the 20th century, this Pauownia wood (Kiri in Japanese ) tansu chest is a fine example of Japan's traditional mobile cabinetry. The long side handles flip up ...
Wood, Cedar
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
$4,370
H 65.5 in W 44 in D 21.25 in
Antique Korean Elm Brass Bound Bandaji Nong Tansu Scholars Chest Wedding Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
Fine Mid 19th century Korean Tansu Nong Bandaji tallboy chest. Made from Zelkova Elm frame with brass accents. Acquired from Moby Dicks Maritime Antiques in the 1970s. The Korean ...
Brass
$750
H 9.45 in W 10.63 in D 7.09 in
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...
Cedar
$900
H 23.82 in W 24.22 in D 12.6 in
Japanese Antique Black Box / Side Table Exhibition Stand / 1868-1912s/ Wabi-sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old wooden storage box made in Japan. It is thought to date from around the Meiji period and is made of cedar. It has a simple design with no metal fittings. The overall m...
Wood, Cedar
$1,000
H 20.28 in W 22.84 in D 14.38 in
Japanese Antique Drawer / Storage Tansu / 1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an antique Japanese-made drawer. It is made from cedar, and the date "Meiji 45 (1912s)" is written in ink on the bottom of the drawer at the time. Through years of use, it ...
Iron
$1,600
H 26.38 in W 23.43 in D 15.95 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 made of cedar wood and pine. The handles are made of iron. This is almost in its o...
Cedar, Pine
The 'Matisse' Etagere
Located in London, GB
The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...
Wrought Iron
$2,500
H 47.05 in W 33.67 in D 13.94 in
Antique Japanese Tea Tansu (Chadansu), Chestnut & Keyaki, Early Showa c.1930
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This Japanese chadansu (tea cabinet) dates to the Early Showa period, circa 1930. Traditionally placed in the main living area of the home, a chadansu functioned much like a living-...
Brass
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s / Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an antique Japanese drawer chest from the Meiji period (1860s–1920s). Crafted from paulownia wood (kiri) with iron fittings, it embodies the essence of Japanese simplicity an...
Wood
$2,950 / set
H 62 in W 58.25 in D 15.75 in
20th Century Japanese Elm Tansu Chest of Drawers Cabinet Set 3 parts Wabi Sabi
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Early 20th Century Japanese Tansu chest of drawers with an amazing wood grain and natural aged patina. Larger than average, it divides into three sections to make it easy for travell...
Iron
$4,800
H 69.3 in W 72.25 in D 24.02 in
1870s-1900s Japanese antique large Mizuya tansu chest. wabi sabi primitive
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
New finds from Kanto or Tohoku area, Japan. This large Mizuya tansu is made from premium quality, reddish Sugi Cedar, the product of circa 1870s to 1900s (Meiji to early Taisho peri...
Wood, Cedar
$3,800
H 28.75 in W 48.23 in D 24.41 in
Japanese Antique Large BK Tansu 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an antique Japanese Tansu. Judging by the condition of the metal parts, it appears to be quite old, likely dating to the Edo period. It has been carefully maintained to pres...
Cedar
$385,000
H 38 in W 36 in D 21 in
Japanese Lacquer and Cinnabar "Samurai" Cabinet, Inaba Family, Edo Period
Located in Troy, NY
Exceptionally large and rare lacquer cabinet. According to the heraldry, visible on the headgear in one of the panels, it was made for the Inaba family, a high ranking Daimyo family,...
Bronze
$1,100 / set
H 25.6 in W 38.19 in D 17.13 in
1900s-30s Japanese antique 2 tier mid Mizuya tansu chest. wabi sabi primitive
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
New finds from Kura (the traditional style warehouse) of old established tea shop in Ibaraki pref., Japan. This Mizuya tansu is made from premium quality, reddish Sugi Cedar, the pr...
Wood, Cedar
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.
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