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Antique Small Japanese Kiri Wood Tansu Chest on Stand, circa 1920s
Antique Small Japanese Kiri Wood Tansu Chest on Stand, circa 1920s

Antique Small Japanese Kiri Wood Tansu Chest on Stand, circa 1920s

Located in Norton, MA

Small Vintage Japanese Kiri Wood Tansu Chest on Stand, circa 1920s, having four drawers with brass pulls, set on a carved wooden base, set atop a wooden stand, 12 1/2" high (18" with...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Brass

Japanese Kiri Wood Hibachi with Maki-e Decoration, Taisho Period, Early 20th Cen
Japanese Kiri Wood Hibachi with Maki-e Decoration, Taisho Period, Early 20th Cen

Japanese Kiri Wood Hibachi with Maki-e Decoration, Taisho Period, Early 20th Cen

Located in Fukuoka, JP

A superb Japanese wooden hibachi crafted from kiri wood (paulownia), distinguished by its elegant proportions and unique maki-e lacquer decoration.

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20th Century Japanese Showa Antiquities

Materials

Wood

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

The drawer interiors and sides are made from a notably light wood, likely kiri, traditionally valued in Japanese cabinetry for its low weight and suitability for storing clothing and...

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

Materials

Iron

Antique Japanese Kiri Wood Ishodansu Kasane Tansu Meiji Era Chest of Drawers 37"
Antique Japanese Kiri Wood Ishodansu Kasane Tansu Meiji Era Chest of Drawers 37"

Antique Japanese Kiri Wood Ishodansu Kasane Tansu Meiji Era Chest of Drawers 37"

Located in Portland, OR

Drawer construction is clean, with unfinished kiri interiors showing the characteristic pale, fine grain of the wood.

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Other Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Japanese 19th-C Kiri Wood Hibachi with Maki-e Buddhist Motifs & Carved Toad Hand
Japanese 19th-C Kiri Wood Hibachi with Maki-e Buddhist Motifs & Carved Toad Hand

Japanese 19th-C Kiri Wood Hibachi with Maki-e Buddhist Motifs & Carved Toad Hand

Located in Fukuoka, JP

The body is crafted from kiri — paulownia wood, prized in Japan above all other timbers for its exceptional lightness, its resistance to heat and moisture, and its long association w...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antiquities

Materials

Copper

Japanese Root-Wood Sculpture of Two Shi Shi Lion Pups
Japanese Root-Wood Sculpture of Two Shi Shi Lion Pups

Japanese Root-Wood Sculpture of Two Shi Shi Lion Pups

Located in Hudson, NY

Must use imagination to see. Collectors kiri-wood box.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Rare Early Japanese Hibachi with Unique Makie Lacquer Scene, 19th, planter
Rare Early Japanese Hibachi with Unique Makie Lacquer Scene, 19th, planter

Rare Early Japanese Hibachi with Unique Makie Lacquer Scene, 19th, planter

Located in Fukuoka, JP

An exceptional and rare example of an early Japanese hibachi (charcoal brazier), this elegant piece is crafted from kiri wood (paulownia) and fitted with a beautifully aged copper in...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antiquities

Materials

Copper

Early 19th Century Japanese Wood Noh Mask
Early 19th Century Japanese Wood Noh Mask

Early 19th Century Japanese Wood Noh Mask

Located in Hudson, NY

Early 19th century Japanese wood noh mask, This mask comes in its original kiri wood storage box, which is signed and dated: Koran, 1811 (Edo period).

Category

Antique 1810s Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Gesso, Wood

Japanese Antique, Cabinet, Cupboards Showa Period
Japanese Antique, Cabinet, Cupboards Showa Period

Japanese Antique, Cabinet, Cupboards Showa Period

Located in Vienna, AT

Kiri wood, painted in oxblood color / metal applications.

Category

Vintage 1920s Japanese Showa Cabinets

Materials

Softwood

Pair of Japanese Kiri Hibachi with Momiji Maki-e and Raden Inlay, 17th c
Pair of Japanese Kiri Hibachi with Momiji Maki-e and Raden Inlay, 17th c

Pair of Japanese Kiri Hibachi with Momiji Maki-e and Raden Inlay, 17th c

Located in Fukuoka, JP

The bodies are crafted from paulownia wood (kiri) and richly decorated with maki-e lacquer depicting autumn maple leaves (momiji), enhanced with delicate raden (mother-of-pearl) inla...

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Antique 17th Century Japanese Antiquities

Materials

Gold

Edo Period Bizen Vase
Edo Period Bizen Vase

Edo Period Bizen Vase

Located in Hudson, NY

Seal on the bottom of the vase reads: Jo-ichi. Comes in kiri wood collector's box.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Showa Period Lacquer “Flower Basket”
Showa Period Lacquer “Flower Basket”

Showa Period Lacquer “Flower Basket”

Located in Hudson, NY

Comes in original signed kiri wood storage box.

Category

Vintage 1930s Japanese Showa Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Oversize Antique Japanese Hanging Flower Basket
Oversize Antique Japanese Hanging Flower Basket

Oversize Antique Japanese Hanging Flower Basket

Located in Hudson, NY

Comes in original signed kiri wood storage box. Calligraphy reads: Rattan woven hanging basket.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Decorative Baskets

Materials

Bamboo

Japanese hammered silver vase by Seiho
Japanese hammered silver vase by Seiho

Japanese hammered silver vase by Seiho

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Japanese hammered silver vase by Seiho, a handled ewer form with round capsule body with a pronounced mid-body ridge, tapering stove pipe neck on centre with the mouth terminating a...

Category

20th Century Japanese Other Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Large Vintage Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Kimono Tray
Large Vintage Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Kimono Tray

Large Vintage Japanese Maki-e Lacquer Kimono Tray

Located in Atlanta, GA

It retains the original tomobako (the storage Kiri wood box) on which a faint inscription reads Tsuruki, Kyoto and November 10th and the year of 1950, which is likely the date the tr...

Category

Vintage 1940s Japanese Japonisme Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Japanese ink on paper painting of Plum Blossoms, Tani Buncho
Japanese ink on paper painting of Plum Blossoms, Tani Buncho

Japanese ink on paper painting of Plum Blossoms, Tani Buncho

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Painting paper with some minor horizontal creases from rolling, otherwise fine condition. Kiri wood storage box (unsigned). Mounting measures overall: 71 inches long x 11-1/4 inche...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paper

Antique Japanese Meiji Era (c1860’s) Red Lacquer Kodansu Personal Tansu 6 Drawer
Antique Japanese Meiji Era (c1860’s) Red Lacquer Kodansu Personal Tansu 6 Drawer

Antique Japanese Meiji Era (c1860’s) Red Lacquer Kodansu Personal Tansu 6 Drawer

Located in Portland, OR

Used for storing documents, money and other precious items it is made throughout of solid Kiri wood (paulownia) front and case. Kodansu chest were a special piece used to store one's...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Iron

Antique Japanese Meiji Era (c1870’s) Red Lacquer Kodansu Personal Tansu 8 Drawer
Antique Japanese Meiji Era (c1870’s) Red Lacquer Kodansu Personal Tansu 8 Drawer

Antique Japanese Meiji Era (c1870’s) Red Lacquer Kodansu Personal Tansu 8 Drawer

Located in Portland, OR

Used for storing documents, money and other precious items it is made throughout of solid Kiri wood (paulownia) front and case. Kodansu chest were a special piece used to store one's...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Iron

Nakajima Yasumi II Bronze "Keifuku" Ikebana Vase, Showa Era, 1960's
Nakajima Yasumi II Bronze "Keifuku" Ikebana Vase, Showa Era, 1960's

Nakajima Yasumi II Bronze "Keifuku" Ikebana Vase, Showa Era, 1960's

By Nakajima Yasumi II

Located in Austin, TX

The vase comes with the original inscribed kiri wood storage box, tomobako. The lid of the box inscribed and translated as "Bronze Keifuki Single Flower Vase".

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Showa Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Nakajima Yasumi II Bronze "Tomoe" Ikebana Vase, Showa Era, 1960's
Nakajima Yasumi II Bronze "Tomoe" Ikebana Vase, Showa Era, 1960's

Nakajima Yasumi II Bronze "Tomoe" Ikebana Vase, Showa Era, 1960's

By Nakajima Yasumi II

Located in Austin, TX

The vase is accompanied by the original inscribed kiri wood storage box, tomobako. The lid of the tomobako with a six character inscription translated as "Bronze Tomoe Flower Vase".

Category

Vintage 1960s Japanese Showa Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Japanese Meiji Gilt Lacquer Writing Desk & Poem Box
Japanese Meiji Gilt Lacquer Writing Desk & Poem Box

Japanese Meiji Gilt Lacquer Writing Desk & Poem Box

Located in Chicago, IL

Each item includes a paulownia (kiri) wood storage case. Additional Dimensions: Writing Desk: 25"W x 14.25"D x 5.25"H Poem Box: 3.75"W x 16"D x 2.25"H Writing Desk Case: 26.5"W x 1...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Lacquer

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Japanese Edo Period c1850's Chobadansu Merchant Chest Kiri & Sugi Tansu 36"W
Japanese Edo Period c1850's Chobadansu Merchant Chest Kiri & Sugi Tansu 36"W

Japanese Edo Period c1850's Chobadansu Merchant Chest Kiri & Sugi Tansu 36"W

Located in Portland, OR

Available from Shogun's Gallery in Portland, Oregon for over 40 years specializing in Asian Arts & Antiques. Japanese Kiri and Sugi Chobadansu Merchant Chest Late Edo Period Tan...

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Antique 1850s Japanese Edo Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of Japanese Abalone And Lacquer Inlaid Kiri Hibachis With Copper Inserts
Pair of Japanese Abalone And Lacquer Inlaid Kiri Hibachis With Copper Inserts

Pair of Japanese Abalone And Lacquer Inlaid Kiri Hibachis With Copper Inserts

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Pair of Japanese Abalone and Lacquer Inlaid Kiri Hibachis with copper inserts, Late Meiji period, early 20th century. Signed. The images of birds and flowers are artistically inlai...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

Materials

Wood, Lacquer, Shell

Japanese vintage urushi small Kiri tansu box chest of drawers, wabi sabi mingei
Japanese vintage urushi small Kiri tansu box chest of drawers, wabi sabi mingei

Japanese vintage urushi small Kiri tansu box chest of drawers, wabi sabi mingei

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

Japanese vintage small box tansu chest of drawers, Kohikidashi, fully made of Kiri (Paulownia). Refinished by seller with traditional black Urushi lacquer, persimmon tannin & bur...

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20th Century Japanese Folk Art Decorative Boxes

Materials

Wood

Rare Triptych Scroll Paintings by Watanabe Seitei Meiji Period
Rare Triptych Scroll Paintings by Watanabe Seitei Meiji Period

Rare Triptych Scroll Paintings by Watanabe Seitei Meiji Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

It appears that the triptych has always been kept as a set in the persimmon wood box with a kiri wood interior holder custom-made for them.

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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Japonisme Paintings and Screens

Materials

Brocade, Silk, Wood

Japanese vintage kimono textile art " Kobachi" blue white wall art by ikasu
Japanese vintage kimono textile art " Kobachi" blue white wall art by ikasu

Japanese vintage kimono textile art " Kobachi" blue white wall art by ikasu

By Lena Okamoto, Kimono ikasu

Located in Setagaya City, JP

The kiri wood brings warmth, lightness, and historical depth, reinforcing the connection to Japanese craftsmanship and daily life.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Paintings

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Silk, String, Thread, Yarn, Wood, Reclaimed Wood

Antique kimono textile art " Kobachi ~Coral Collection~ II" by ikasu Japan
Antique kimono textile art " Kobachi ~Coral Collection~ II" by ikasu Japan

Antique kimono textile art " Kobachi ~Coral Collection~ II" by ikasu Japan

By Lena Okamoto, Kimono ikasu

Located in Setagaya City, JP

The kiri wood brings warmth, lightness, and historical depth, reinforcing the connection to Japanese craftsmanship and daily life.

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Paintings

Materials

Silk, Wood, Fabric, Textile, String, Thread, Yarn, Reclaimed Wood

Antique kimono textile art "Geometry ~Colors of Desert~ II" by ikasu Japan
Antique kimono textile art "Geometry ~Colors of Desert~ II" by ikasu Japan

Antique kimono textile art "Geometry ~Colors of Desert~ II" by ikasu Japan

By Lena Okamoto, Kimono ikasu

Located in Setagaya City, JP

[About the frame] The artwork is framed in natural kiri (桐) paulownia wood. Traditionally used in Japan for storing precious textiles, kiri wood is valued for its lightness, durabili...

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Japonisme Paintings

Materials

Fabric, Textile, Silk, String, Thread, Yarn, Wood

Antique Japanese wooden drawer chest / Edo period, 1770s /Small Storage Tansu
Antique Japanese wooden drawer chest / Edo period, 1770s /Small Storage Tansu

Antique Japanese wooden drawer chest / Edo period, 1770s /Small Storage Tansu

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

The drawer fronts are made of paulownia (kiri) wood, while the outer frame is built from Japanese cedar (sugi) — a combination that reflects the joinery practices of craftsmen workin...

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Antique 1770s Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Hibachi (Hand-Warmer Brazier), Meiji Period, Paulownia Wood
Hibachi (Hand-Warmer Brazier), Meiji Period, Paulownia Wood

Hibachi (Hand-Warmer Brazier), Meiji Period, Paulownia Wood

Located in Fukuoka, JP

A large hibachi (手焙り, te-aburi / hand-warmer brazier) of paulownia wood (kiri, 桐), decorated with mother-of-pearl inlay (raden, 螺鈿) and makie lacquer depicting birds and flowers (花鳥蒔...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Planters, Cachepots and Jardini...

Materials

Gold Leaf

Hibachi (Hand-Warmer Brazier), Meiji Period, Paulownia Wood
Hibachi (Hand-Warmer Brazier), Meiji Period, Paulownia Wood

Hibachi (Hand-Warmer Brazier), Meiji Period, Paulownia Wood

Located in Fukuoka, JP

A large hibachi (手焙り, te-aburi / hand-warmer brazier) of paulownia wood (kiri, 桐), decorated with mother-of-pearl inlay (raden, 螺鈿) and makie lacquer depicting birds and flowers (花鳥蒔...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Planters, Cachepots and Jardini...

Materials

Gold Leaf

Japanese Antique Paulownia wood Drawer Box, 1900s–1930s, Wabi-Sabi
Japanese Antique Paulownia wood Drawer Box, 1900s–1930s, Wabi-Sabi

Japanese Antique Paulownia wood Drawer Box, 1900s–1930s, Wabi-Sabi

Located in Chiba, Chiba

A Japanese antique drawer box crafted from kiri (paulownia) wood, dating from the early 20th century, circa 1900s–1930s.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Rustic Furniture

Materials

Iron

Antique Japanese Kasane (Sword) Tansu, Meiji Period
Antique Japanese Kasane (Sword) Tansu, Meiji Period

Antique Japanese Kasane (Sword) Tansu, Meiji Period

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Traditionally katana are stored in the upper drawer and in the lower drawer, the wakazashi.  Kiri and Sugi wood.  Meiji period. Beautifully cleaned and polished. 45.5" x 17" x 15.5"

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antiquities

Materials

Iron

1850s-1890s Japanese antique mid-size medicine tansu chest of drawers, wabi sabi
1850s-1890s Japanese antique mid-size medicine tansu chest of drawers, wabi sabi

1850s-1890s Japanese antique mid-size medicine tansu chest of drawers, wabi sabi

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

Fully made of made of Kiri (Paulownia) solid wood boards, known to its light weight, natural repellent & humidity resistance, Kiri is considered as an Ideal wood material for sto...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Antique Japanese Meiji Era c1890's Matsumoto Tansu Persimmon Tannin Finish 41"H
Antique Japanese Meiji Era c1890's Matsumoto Tansu Persimmon Tannin Finish 41"H

Antique Japanese Meiji Era c1890's Matsumoto Tansu Persimmon Tannin Finish 41"H

Located in Portland, OR

Constructed from sugi (cedar) and kiri (paulownia) woods, the chest features a symmetrical configuration of drawers and locking compartments, all secured with original hand-forged ir...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

20th Century Japanese Tansu Chest in Two Parts
20th Century Japanese Tansu Chest in Two Parts

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.

Category

20th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Japanese Edo Period 19th century Nagamochi - Wedding Trunk with Lacquer Crests
Japanese Edo Period 19th century Nagamochi - Wedding Trunk with Lacquer Crests

Japanese Edo Period 19th century Nagamochi - Wedding Trunk with Lacquer Crests

Located in New York, NY

Many were designed to be portable, often constructed from light kiri (paulownia) wood and fitted with handles for transport.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

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

The main material is Sugi Cedar, while the top 2 drawer's inner parts are made of Kiri (Paulownia wood), also the outside of these 2 drawer boxes are urushi lacquered.

Category

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

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Fine Miniature Japanese Kodansu with Lacquer Inlays
Fine Miniature Japanese Kodansu with Lacquer Inlays

Fine Miniature Japanese Kodansu with Lacquer Inlays

Located in Atlanta, GA

The drawers were constructed with Kiri (Paulownia) wood with meticulous black wood pins, visible from the bases.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Lacquer

Materials

Wood

Japanese Nanban Tsuba with Dragons, Edo Period, early 19th century, Japan
Japanese Nanban Tsuba with Dragons, Edo Period, early 19th century, Japan

Japanese Nanban Tsuba with Dragons, Edo Period, early 19th century, Japan

Located in Austin, TX

The same inlay technique has been used on the circular surround to inlay a silver coating. With a fitted kiri (paulownia) wood and silk tomobako, including an image of the tsuba to...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Metalwork

Materials

Gold, Silver, Iron

Japanese Inlaid Paulownia Tabako-Bon, c. 1930
Japanese Inlaid Paulownia Tabako-Bon, c. 1930

Japanese Inlaid Paulownia Tabako-Bon, c. 1930

Located in Chicago, IL

This example dates to the early 20th century and is comprised of a single cross section of paulownia wood (kiri). Metal inlay shaped as cherry blossoms, maple leaves, and a floating ...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antiquities

Materials

Metal, Copper

Japan Antique Hand-Crafted Edo Period Imperial Pair Dolls, 1840
Japan Antique Hand-Crafted Edo Period Imperial Pair Dolls, 1840

Japan Antique Hand-Crafted Edo Period Imperial Pair Dolls, 1840

Located in South Burlington, VT

They come in an original kiri wood storage box. Dimensions: Large doll 12 inches tall and 6 inches wide Small doll 8.5 inches tall and 2.5 inches wide Wood box 13-1/4” High x 8-...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Shell, Wood

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Kiri Wood Tansu
Kiri Wood Tansu

Kiri Wood Tansu

Unavailable

H 40 in W 34.5 in D 16 in

Kiri Wood Tansu

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Kiri wood tansu with original brass fittings.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Brass

Kiri Wood Tansu
Kiri Wood Tansu

Kiri Wood Tansu

Unavailable

H 40 in W 34.5 in D 16 in

Kiri Wood Tansu

Located in New York, NY

Kiri Wood Tansu with Original Brass Fittings

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Japanese Kiri Wood Office Chest
Japanese Kiri Wood Office Chest

Japanese Kiri Wood Office Chest

Unavailable

H 33.5 in W 30 in D 14.5 in

Japanese Kiri Wood Office Chest

Located in Seattle, WA

A small Japanese choba-dansu, or office chest, constructed entirely of Kiri wood (Paulownia) with wrought iron lock plates corner pieces and handles.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Furniture

19th Century Japanese Kiri Wood Tansu Chest
19th Century Japanese Kiri Wood Tansu Chest

19th Century Japanese Kiri Wood Tansu Chest

Unavailable

H 40.16 in W 38.59 in D 16.93 in

19th Century Japanese Kiri Wood Tansu Chest

Located in Bodicote, Oxfordshire

A very nice and charming Japanese Tansu two part chest constructed in Kiri wood with metal mounts. Each section is perfect for use as either beside cabinets or coffee tables as they ...

Category

Antique 1890s Japanese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Vintage Japanese Trays
Vintage Japanese Trays

Vintage Japanese Trays

Unavailable

H 5 in W 11.5 in D 11.5 in

Vintage Japanese Trays

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Kiri wood Japanese meal trays. Offered by .  

Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Kiriwood Tansu Dresser
Kiriwood Tansu Dresser

Kiriwood Tansu Dresser

Unavailable

H 43 in W 36 in D 16.5 in

Kiriwood Tansu Dresser

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Kiri wood two-tiered tansu with original iron fittings.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Dressers

Personal Chest from Takayama Japan
Personal Chest from Takayama Japan

Personal Chest from Takayama Japan

Unavailable

H 30.5 in W 29.25 in D 14.75 in

Personal Chest from Takayama Japan

By Takayama Craftsmen

Located in New York, NY

Small clothing chest with painted kiri wood doors from Takayama Japan.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Furniture

Katana dansu from Nagoya, Japan
Katana dansu from Nagoya, Japan

Katana dansu from Nagoya, Japan

Unavailable

H 19.75 in W 43 in D 15 in

Katana dansu from Nagoya, Japan

By Nagoya Craftsmen

Located in New York, NY

Kiri wood chest for sword storage with iron hardware distinctive to the Nagoya area.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Furniture

19th Century Japanese Kimono Tansu
19th Century Japanese Kimono Tansu

19th Century Japanese Kimono Tansu

Unavailable

H 38.5 in W 38 in D 17 in

19th Century Japanese Kimono Tansu

By Japanese Studio

Located in Washington, DC

Striking two section, kiri wood tansu with hand forged iron and bronze decorative hardware. chest offers four storage drawers plus locked compartment for valuables.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze, Iron

Echigo - Etchu Kuruma Dansu
Echigo - Etchu Kuruma Dansu

Echigo - Etchu Kuruma Dansu

Unavailable

H 32.5 in W 37.75 in D 20 in

Echigo - Etchu Kuruma Dansu

By Etchu Craftsmen

Located in New York, NY

The lower sliding doors secure a compartment which has three kiri wood drawers. The terms Echigo and Etchu refer to what are now Niigata and Toyama Prefectures.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Furniture

Merchants Chest from Sado Island Japan.
Merchants Chest from Sado Island Japan.

Merchants Chest from Sado Island Japan.

Unavailable

H 16 in W 21 in D 14 in

Merchants Chest from Sado Island Japan.

By Sado Craftsmen

Located in New York, NY

The top section is made with a drop fit door, when removed reveals 6 kiri wood drawers with Kakute iron handles and forged hardware distictive to Sado Island.

Category

20th Century Japanese Cabinets

Gold Lacquer Tebako Box with Fan and Chrysanthemum
Gold Lacquer Tebako Box with Fan and Chrysanthemum

Gold Lacquer Tebako Box with Fan and Chrysanthemum

Unavailable

H 8.5 in W 5.24 in D 10.25 in

Gold Lacquer Tebako Box with Fan and Chrysanthemum

Located in New York, NY

Comes with the original fitted black lacquer kiri-wood box inscribed in silver lacquer "Tebako with Gold Lacquer Fan".   

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Lacquer

Japanese Tachiko Gosho Ningyo, Edo Period
Japanese Tachiko Gosho Ningyo, Edo Period

Japanese Tachiko Gosho Ningyo, Edo Period

Unavailable

H 14 in W 5 in D 4 in

Japanese Tachiko Gosho Ningyo, Edo Period

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Tachiko Gosho Ningyo, standing male figure with ikat patterned purple chirimen silk kimono with tea green lining and brocade obi costume. All carved of Kiri wood (Paulownia)...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Box with Wavy Clouds and Crescent Moon

Box with Wavy Clouds and Crescent Moon

Unavailable

H 4.25 in W 5.75 in D 1.5 in

Box with Wavy Clouds and Crescent Moon

By Yoshio Okada

Located in New York, NY

(Made by Yoshio) With fitted kiri-wood tomobako storage box inscribed Tensho maki-e kobako Haun Sengetsu??????

Category

2010s Lacquer

Japanese Tachibina, Edo Period
Japanese Tachibina, Edo Period

Japanese Tachibina, Edo Period

Unavailable

H 13.25 in W 8.5 in D 3 in

Japanese Tachibina, Edo Period

Located in New York, NY

Displayed on a contemporary bronze custom Stand. Original kiri wood storage box. Minor signs of wear and age, otherwise fine condition.

Category

Antique 1840s Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Textile

Japanese Kuge Tachiko Gosho Ningyo, Edo Period
Japanese Kuge Tachiko Gosho Ningyo, Edo Period

Japanese Kuge Tachiko Gosho Ningyo, Edo Period

Unavailable

H 14 in W 5 in D 4 in

Japanese Kuge Tachiko Gosho Ningyo, Edo Period

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Kuge Tachiko Gosho Ningyo, a standing young prince figure holding a compass, wearing a striped dark blue kimono with brown mid-section and light blue silk lining, tied toget...

Category

Antique 1840s Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Antique Japanese Personal Merchant's Tansu Chest
Antique Japanese Personal Merchant's Tansu Chest

Antique Japanese Personal Merchant's Tansu Chest

Unavailable

H 29.6 in W 27 in D 14 in

Antique Japanese Personal Merchant's Tansu Chest

Located in Harbor Springs, MI

The Merchant’s Chest, also called a Tansu, has origins dating back to Japan’s Meiji period and is crafted from Paulownia / Kiri wood which comes from a tree popularly known as the Em...

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Cabinets

Materials

Iron

Japanese Silver Vase, a Handled Ewer Form by Seiho, 20th Century
Japanese Silver Vase, a Handled Ewer Form by Seiho, 20th Century

Japanese Silver Vase, a Handled Ewer Form by Seiho, 20th Century

Located in New York, NY

Japanese hammered silver vase by Seiho, a handled ewer form with round capsule body with a pronounced mid-body ridge, tapering stove pipe neck on centre with the mouth terminating at...

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20th Century Japanese Vases

Materials

Silver

Japanese Takeda Ningyo, Kabuki Actor, Edo Period
Japanese Takeda Ningyo, Kabuki Actor, Edo Period

Japanese Takeda Ningyo, Kabuki Actor, Edo Period

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H 16 in W 7 in D 5 in

Japanese Takeda Ningyo, Kabuki Actor, Edo Period

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Takeda Ningyo, depicting a kabuki actor on the stage, dressed in kinran dragon and cloud brocade coat with sleeves thrown back, chirimen silk crepe sleeves of inner coat emb...

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Antique 1820s Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Textile

Antique Japanese Takeda Ningyo, Depicting Murasame Carrying a Shiokumi
Antique Japanese Takeda Ningyo, Depicting Murasame Carrying a Shiokumi

Antique Japanese Takeda Ningyo, Depicting Murasame Carrying a Shiokumi

Located in New York, NY

The figure stands on a Takeda style unfinished kiri wood stage box base with cutout panel backed in kinran brocade.

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Antique 1840s Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Fabric

Antique Japanese Takeda Ningyo of an Oiran, Edo Period
Antique Japanese Takeda Ningyo of an Oiran, Edo Period

Antique Japanese Takeda Ningyo of an Oiran, Edo Period

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H 12.5 in W 8 in D 4.75 in

Antique Japanese Takeda Ningyo of an Oiran, Edo Period

Located in New York, NY

The figure is supported on an unfinished kiri wood elevated Takeda style stage base with front cut outs having a fabric backing.

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Antique 1840s Japanese Edo Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Fabric

Japanese Ink Painting of Plum Blossoms Inscribed Tani Buncho, Scroll Mounting
Japanese Ink Painting of Plum Blossoms Inscribed Tani Buncho, Scroll Mounting

Japanese Ink Painting of Plum Blossoms Inscribed Tani Buncho, Scroll Mounting

Located in New York, NY

Painting paper with some minor horizontal creases from rolling, otherwise Fine condition. Kiri wood storage box (unsigned). Mounting measures overall: 71 inches long x 11-1/4 inche...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paper

Antique Japanese Ink Painting of Chinese Poets, Scroll Mounting, Yosa Buson
Antique Japanese Ink Painting of Chinese Poets, Scroll Mounting, Yosa Buson

Antique Japanese Ink Painting of Chinese Poets, Scroll Mounting, Yosa Buson

Located in New York, NY

Informal Chinese style scroll mounting with brocade surround, scroll ends missing. Kiri wood storage box. Condition: Minor age discolouration and minor subtle creases.

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Japanese Tansu Light Wood Kiri Black Hardware Chest Side Table Bedside Table
Japanese Tansu Light Wood Kiri Black Hardware Chest Side Table Bedside Table

Japanese Tansu Light Wood Kiri Black Hardware Chest Side Table Bedside Table

Located in Monterey, CA

Japanese Tansu chest constructed entirely of kiri with large iron handles and massive iron lock plates with a distinctive motif. Elongate escutcheon are gracefully fitted behind each...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

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Green Tara, the Bodhisattva of Enlightened Activity Painting by Mayumi Oda
Green Tara, the Bodhisattva of Enlightened Activity Painting by Mayumi Oda

Green Tara, the Bodhisattva of Enlightened Activity Painting by Mayumi Oda

By Mayumi Oda

Located in Honolulu, HI

This scroll comes with a traditional Japanese kiri wood box for safe storage while not on display.

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2010s Japanese Paintings and Screens

Materials

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Mt. Fuji Writing Box
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Mt. Fuji Writing Box

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H 1.66 in W 8.39 in D 9.65 in

Mt. Fuji Writing Box

Located in New York, NY

Also comes with the original lacquered kiri-wood fitted box which is inscribed in gold on black lacquer: Fuji suzuri.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Gold, Silver

Tansu Japanese Sado Island Cedar Console Sideboard Bedside Table Cabinet, Meiji
Tansu Japanese Sado Island Cedar Console Sideboard Bedside Table Cabinet, Meiji

Tansu Japanese Sado Island Cedar Console Sideboard Bedside Table Cabinet, Meiji

Located in Monterey, CA

All kiri wood (paulownia) chest are valued in Japan for their resistance to unity and insects.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

Materials

Iron

Japanese Ship's Chest Funa Dansu
Japanese Ship's Chest Funa Dansu

Japanese Ship's Chest Funa Dansu

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H 13 in W 22 in D 12.5 in

Japanese Ship's Chest Funa Dansu

Located in Seattle, WA

The cho-bako type chest of keyaki (zelkova) for the case and front and kiri (paulownia) wood for secondary wood. The chest with a pair of hinged doors above three drawers.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Cabinets

Gold Lacquer Tea Caddy with Maple Leaves and Cherry Blossoms by Ippyosai VII
Gold Lacquer Tea Caddy with Maple Leaves and Cherry Blossoms by Ippyosai VII

Gold Lacquer Tea Caddy with Maple Leaves and Cherry Blossoms by Ippyosai VII

By Eizo Ippyosai VII

Located in Berlin, Berlin

The wooden box, made of paulownia wood (kiri), is signed underneath: Makie-shi Ippyosai ???

Category

1990s Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Gold, Silver

Gold Lacquer Maki-e Tea Caddy with Gourds and Wines by Ippyosai VII, 1942
Gold Lacquer Maki-e Tea Caddy with Gourds and Wines by Ippyosai VII, 1942

Gold Lacquer Maki-e Tea Caddy with Gourds and Wines by Ippyosai VII, 1942

By Eizo Ippyosai VII

Located in Berlin, Berlin

The wooden box, made of paulownia wood (kiri), is signed underneath: Makie-shi Ippyosai ??????

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1990s Japanese Lacquer

Materials

Gold

Japanese Kiri Wood Hibachi on Stand
Japanese Kiri Wood Hibachi on Stand

Japanese Kiri Wood Hibachi on Stand

Located in San Francisco, CA

Kiri wood hibachi on custom stand with three copper lined compartments, two with wooden lids and the larger middle section having a fitted glass cover.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Side Tables

Materials

Copper

Japanese Meiji Period Kanto Style Kiri Wood Kitchen Cabinet with Sliding Doors
Japanese Meiji Period Kanto Style Kiri Wood Kitchen Cabinet with Sliding Doors

Japanese Meiji Period Kanto Style Kiri Wood Kitchen Cabinet with Sliding Doors

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Japanese Meiji period kiri wood two-part kitchen cabinet in the Kanto style with sliding doors, parchment paper and drawers.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Parchment Paper

19th Century Japanese Two-Section Kiri Wood Wardrobe with Ombre Finish
19th Century Japanese Two-Section Kiri Wood Wardrobe with Ombre Finish

19th Century Japanese Two-Section Kiri Wood Wardrobe with Ombre Finish

Located in Yonkers, NY

An antique Japanese two-section kiri wood wardrobe from the 19th century, with ombre finish.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Wood

Japanese Early 20th Century Taishō Kiri Wood Kitchen Cabinet with Sliding Doors
Japanese Early 20th Century Taishō Kiri Wood Kitchen Cabinet with Sliding Doors

Japanese Early 20th Century Taishō Kiri Wood Kitchen Cabinet with Sliding Doors

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Japanese late Meiji / Taisho period kiri wood kitchen cabinet from the early 20th century, with grill wood sliding doors and iron hardware.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Cabinets

Materials

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A Japanese Kiri Wood and Lacquer Hibachi
A Japanese Kiri Wood and Lacquer Hibachi

A Japanese Kiri Wood and Lacquer Hibachi

Located in Austin, TX

A beautiful Japanese kiri (paulownia) wood hibachi (charcoal brazier) crafted from a hollowed out trunk section and carved into an attractive lobed form.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Lacquer

Antique 1920s Japanese Three Piece Elm and Kiri Wood Isho Tansu Chest
Antique 1920s Japanese Three Piece Elm and Kiri Wood Isho Tansu Chest

Antique 1920s Japanese Three Piece Elm and Kiri Wood Isho Tansu Chest

Located in Centennial, CO

Constructed in the Taisho Era (1912-1926) out of Keyaki (elm) wood on the front and Paulownia (kiri) wood for the casework, this tansu disassembles into 3 lightweight sections making...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Cabinets

Materials

Copper

Antique Japanese c1880’s Kiri Wood Suzuribako Calligraphy Tansu Chest 12"
Antique Japanese c1880’s Kiri Wood Suzuribako Calligraphy Tansu Chest 12"

Antique Japanese c1880’s Kiri Wood Suzuribako Calligraphy Tansu Chest 12"

Located in Portland, OR

This suzuribako (portable calligraphy tansu) has two drawers and a lidded top section, made of solid Kiri (pallowina) wood. The metal hardware is hand forged iron.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Japanese Meiji Era Kiri Wood Suzuribako Calligraphy Tansu Chest 10"
Antique Japanese Meiji Era Kiri Wood Suzuribako Calligraphy Tansu Chest 10"

Antique Japanese Meiji Era Kiri Wood Suzuribako Calligraphy Tansu Chest 10"

Located in Portland, OR

This suzuribako (portable calligraphy tansu) has three drawers and a lidded top section, made of solid Kiri (paulowina) wood. The metal hardware is hand forged iron.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

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Japanese Kiri Isho
Japanese Kiri Isho

Japanese Kiri Isho

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H 60.75 in W 37 in D 16.5 in

Japanese Kiri Isho

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Solid paulonia and kiri woods. From the Taisho Era (1911-1925).

Category

20th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Antique Japanese Taisho Era 1920's Kiri Kodansu Personal Tansu 5 Drawer 23"W
Antique Japanese Taisho Era 1920's Kiri Kodansu Personal Tansu 5 Drawer 23"W

Antique Japanese Taisho Era 1920's Kiri Kodansu Personal Tansu 5 Drawer 23"W

Located in Portland, OR

The warm, dry surface tone and visible grain structure of the kiri wood give the piece a quiet, understated presence.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Copper

Late 19th Century Antique Meiji Era Japanese Two Piece Tansu
Late 19th Century Antique Meiji Era Japanese Two Piece Tansu

Late 19th Century Antique Meiji Era Japanese Two Piece Tansu

Located in Peabody, MA

A late 19th century Japanese two-piece tansu chest in kiri wood with original hand forged iron hardware.

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Materials

Iron

Vase Designed by To-Ryo, Japan, 2000s
Vase Designed by To-Ryo, Japan, 2000s

Vase Designed by To-Ryo, Japan, 2000s

By To-Ryo

Located in Stockholm, SE

Bronze. Loose liner. Kiri wood box enclosed. Stamped.  

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Early 2000s Japanese Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Bronze

Merchant's Chest
Merchant's Chest

Merchant's Chest

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H 33.5 in W 34.5 in D 15 in

Merchant's Chest

Located in Yonkers, NY

Unusual Cho-Dansu (Merchant's Chest), Kiri Wood, Meiji Period, Japan, 19th Century. Original Iron Hardware.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Meiji Merchant's Chest or Tansu
Meiji Merchant's Chest or Tansu

Meiji Merchant's Chest or Tansu

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H 31.5 in W 31.3 in D 16.15 in

Meiji Merchant's Chest or Tansu

Located in London, GB

A Meiji period portable merchant's chest or "Tansu" in kiri wood with wrought iron mounts and handles.

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

18th Century Japanese Apothecary Chest
18th Century Japanese Apothecary Chest

18th Century Japanese Apothecary Chest

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H 25 in W 27 in D 7 in

18th Century Japanese Apothecary Chest

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Japanese kusuri dansu, apothecary chest. Kiri wood FOR OUR COMPLETE INVENTORY PLEASE VISIT www.dosgallos.com

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Japanese Apothecary Cabinets

Pair of Tansu Nightstands
Pair of Tansu Nightstands

Pair of Tansu Nightstands

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H 22.5 in W 34 in D 16.5 in

Pair of Tansu Nightstands

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Pair of 19th century Kiri wood, tansus on custom iron bases. Original hardware and bamboo nails.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Night Stands

19th Century Tansu on Iron Base
19th Century Tansu on Iron Base

19th Century Tansu on Iron Base

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H 37 in W 31 in D 16 in

19th Century Tansu on Iron Base

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Diminutive kiri wood tansu from the Toyko area, c.1850. All original.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Iron

Edo Period Suzuri Bako on Later Stand
Edo Period Suzuri Bako on Later Stand

Edo Period Suzuri Bako on Later Stand

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H 18 in W 7.5 in D 8.75 in

Edo Period Suzuri Bako on Later Stand

Located in San Francisco, CA

Japanese Edo period (1603-1868) pine sea chest wth kiri wood drawers and bamboo dowels. Now on a custom stand of a later date.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture

Japanese Shrine with Red Lacquer and Gold Paint
Japanese Shrine with Red Lacquer and Gold Paint

Japanese Shrine with Red Lacquer and Gold Paint

Located in Chicago, IL

This beautiful Japanese shrine is from Kyoto, Japan and is made from Kiri wood. The shrine features in red lacquer and gold paint with a functioning door that opens and closes.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Religious Items

Materials

Wood

20th Century Japanese Clothing Tansu, Yonezawa Style, Yamagata Prefecture
20th Century Japanese Clothing Tansu, Yonezawa Style, Yamagata Prefecture

20th Century Japanese Clothing Tansu, Yonezawa Style, Yamagata Prefecture

Located in Point Richmond, CA

20th century antique Japanese clothing Tansu, Yonezawa style, Yamagata Prefecture Lacquered Kiri wood (Japanese pine) drawers with cedar wood casing First half of the 20th century.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Furniture

Materials

Silver Plate, Iron

Pair of Japanese Tansus
Pair of Japanese Tansus

Pair of Japanese Tansus

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H 41.5 in W 34 in D 16.5 in

Pair of Japanese Tansus

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Great pair of stacked 19th century. Kiri wood tansus on custom bases. Original iron latches and locks.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Japanese Modern Bronze Flower Vase
Japanese Modern Bronze Flower Vase

Japanese Modern Bronze Flower Vase

Located in Hudson, NY

Brilliant red color with hammered silver design. Comes in kiri wood storage box. Signature reads: Gyokusendo.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Ceramic Fishing Basket by Ito Tozan '1846-1920'
Ceramic Fishing Basket by Ito Tozan '1846-1920'

Ceramic Fishing Basket by Ito Tozan '1846-1920'

Located in Hudson, NY

Seal on bottom reads: Tozan Original Kiri-wood box.

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Japanese Bronze Vase with Flying Fish Design
Japanese Bronze Vase with Flying Fish Design

Japanese Bronze Vase with Flying Fish Design

Located in Hudson, NY

Comes with storage box (kiri wood). Signature reads: Churoku Neya.

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Vintage 1930s Japanese Showa Metalwork

Materials

Bronze

Pair of 19th Century Tansu Chests with Fan Shaped Hardware
Pair of 19th Century Tansu Chests with Fan Shaped Hardware

Pair of 19th Century Tansu Chests with Fan Shaped Hardware

Located in Chicago, IL

This pair of 19th Century Tansu Chests is from Japan and is made from Kiri Wood during the late 19th century. The chests features a custom made metal base (modern) and fan shaped har...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

19thc. Tansu on Iron Base
19thc. Tansu on Iron Base

19thc. Tansu on Iron Base

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H 46.5 in W 38 in D 17 in

19thc. Tansu on Iron Base

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Mid 19th c. Kiri wood tansu with "gravity" forged iron handles.

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

Materials

Iron

A 19th Century Japanese Tansu Chest of Drawers
A 19th Century Japanese Tansu Chest of Drawers

A 19th Century Japanese Tansu Chest of Drawers

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H 37.01 in W 33.08 in D 16.54 in

A 19th Century Japanese Tansu Chest of Drawers

Located in London, GB

Japan, circa 1860 A mid nineteenth century Japanese Tansu chest of drawers, in kiri wood, opening to the front with three long drawers above three short drawers, with original beate...

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

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Pine

Antique Late 19th Century Two Piece Tansu Chest
Antique Late 19th Century Two Piece Tansu Chest

Antique Late 19th Century Two Piece Tansu Chest

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Crafted in 19th century Meiji period, the chest is made of kiri wood, known for its lighter weight, strength, and fine finish.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

Materials

Metal

Edo Period Zitan Wood Suzuribako 'Writing Box' with Bamboo Design
Edo Period Zitan Wood Suzuribako 'Writing Box' with Bamboo Design

Edo Period Zitan Wood Suzuribako 'Writing Box' with Bamboo Design

Located in Hudson, NY

Comes in its original signed kiri wood storage box. Calligraphy on the storage box reads: Makie Zitan Suzuribako dated Keio 3 made by Honda Toshikichi.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Decorative Boxes

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Gold Leaf

Japanese Antique Tansu Cabinet Dresser Two-Piece 20th Century
Japanese Antique Tansu Cabinet Dresser Two-Piece 20th Century

Japanese Antique Tansu Cabinet Dresser Two-Piece 20th Century

Located in Oakland, CA

Stunning two-piece Japanese Tansu in beautifully aged Kiri wood c1900s. Amazing grain on the two doors.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Wardrobes and Armoires

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Brass, Iron

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Sleek 1930s Art Deco Shagreen Cigarette Case with Golden Interior

Located in Red Lion, PA

Sleek 1930s Art Deco Shagreen Cigarette Case with Golden Interior This sleek Art Deco shagreen cigarette case epitomizes the understated elegance and refinement of 1930s luxury desi...

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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Tobacco Accessories

Materials

Metal

Japanese Satsuma Vase
Japanese Satsuma Vase

Japanese Satsuma Vase

$925

H 4.75 in W 2.5 in D 2.5 in

Japanese Satsuma Vase

By Satsuma

Located in New York, NY

A gorgeous hand-painted Japanese Satsuma vase, Meigi, circa 20th century, Japan. Beautiful hand-painted detail of colorful flowers and spider mum flowers around finished with gold de...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Earthenware

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

Materials

Wood, Cedar

1990s Gorgeous "Commedia dell'Arte" table Lamp by Piero Fornasetti for Antonange
1990s Gorgeous "Commedia dell'Arte" table Lamp by Piero Fornasetti for Antonange

1990s Gorgeous "Commedia dell'Arte" table Lamp by Piero Fornasetti for Antonange

By Fornasetti, Piero Fornasetti

Located in Milano, IT

This exceptional "La Commedia dell'Arte" table lamp represents a prestigious collaboration between the Piero Fornasetti and the avant-garde Milanese lighting house Antonangeli Illumi...

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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Plastic

Japanese Antique Large Black Tansu 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Large Black Tansu 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Large Black Tansu 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This exceptional Japanese mizuya tansu dates to the Meiji period, circa 1860s to 1900s, and is crafted from solid cedar wood. It embodies the quiet refinement of traditional Japanese...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Iron

Magic Box Desk from Ateliers Genestar in Paris - 1960s
Magic Box Desk from Ateliers Genestar in Paris - 1960s

Magic Box Desk from Ateliers Genestar in Paris - 1960s

$5,332

H 44.89 in W 32.88 in D 22.05 in

Magic Box Desk from Ateliers Genestar in Paris - 1960s

By Ateliers Genestar

Located in Linkebeek, BE

Ateliers Genestar "Magic Box" Folding Desk Cabinet Measures : 83.5x56cm H:114cm Mid-century, 1950s "Magic Box". Made by the French manufacturer "Ateliers Genestar". This piece is ac...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

French Coquillage Shellwork Amphora, Turn of the 20th Century
French Coquillage Shellwork Amphora, Turn of the 20th Century

French Coquillage Shellwork Amphora, Turn of the 20th Century

Located in Valencia, VC

French Coquillage Shellwork Amphora Vase, Cabinet of Curiosities Object, Turn of the 20th Century French shellwork amphora dating to the turn of the 20th century, covered with hundr...

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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Vases

Materials

Sandstone

A pair of six-panel folding screens from the Kanō school depicting red-crowned c
A pair of six-panel folding screens from the Kanō school depicting red-crowned c

A pair of six-panel folding screens from the Kanō school depicting red-crowned c

Located in Milano, IT

An important and early antique pair of six-panel Japanese folding screens from the Kanō school, painted in ink and natural mineral pigments on a gold-leaf ground. The composition unf...

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Antique Early 18th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Gold Leaf

Antique Japanese Satsuma Style Moriage Cobalt Blue Floral Double Handle Vase
Antique Japanese Satsuma Style Moriage Cobalt Blue Floral Double Handle Vase

Antique Japanese Satsuma Style Moriage Cobalt Blue Floral Double Handle Vase

Located in Miami, FL

An unusual Japanese Satsuma-style moriage ceramic vase, richly decorated with a deep cobalt-blue ground, large hand-painted floral motifs and elaborate raised gilt ornamentation. Th...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Art Deco Vases

Materials

Ceramic

"Magic Box" Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Suisse, 1955
"Magic Box" Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Suisse, 1955

"Magic Box" Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Suisse, 1955

$4,013

H 44.89 in W 32.68 in D 21.26 in

"Magic Box" Desk by Mummenthaler & Meier, Suisse, 1955

By Mummenthaler and Meier

Located in Rhode-Saint-Genèse, BE

Le "Magic Box" desk (ou bureau boîte magique) est une pièce de mobilier emblématique du design Mid-Century Modern, conçue à l'origine en 1955 par les designers suisses Ernst Mummenth...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Desks

Materials

Wood

Pair of Vintage Chinese Hardwood Square Top End or Side Tables
Pair of Vintage Chinese Hardwood Square Top End or Side Tables

Pair of Vintage Chinese Hardwood Square Top End or Side Tables

Located in Yonkers, NY

This handsome pair of vintage Chinese hardwood side tables embodies the timeless appeal of traditional Chinese furniture through clean lines, balanced proportions, and understated cr...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Side Tables

Materials

Hardwood

Exceptional Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase Attributed to Hayashi Kodenji
Exceptional Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase Attributed to Hayashi Kodenji

Exceptional Japanese Cloisonné Enamel Vase Attributed to Hayashi Kodenji

Located in Long Island City, NY, NY

An exceptional Japanese cloisonné enamel vase of the Meiji period, circa 1890, attributed to the celebrated Nagoya enamel master Hayashi Kodenji (1831–1915). Distinguished by its bri...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Vases

Materials

Copper, Enamel

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 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

Materials

Wood, Cedar

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With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the kiri wood you’re looking for. Each kiri wood for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and iron. There are 16 variations of the antique or vintage kiri wood you’re looking for, while we also have 1 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a kiri wood — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A kiri wood is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Modern styles are sought with frequency. Francisco Gomez Paz, Japanese School and Rossana Orlandi each produced at least one beautiful kiri wood that is worth considering.

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