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Mid Century Japanese Dresser

Vintage Two-Part Japanese Kimono Five Drawer Tansu Dresser Circa 1960s
Located in Seattle, WA
The vintage two-piece Japanese Tansu dresser is a striking piece of furniture characterized by its
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Wood

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Danish Japanese Fusion Mid Century Dresser
Located in Miami, FL
Beautifully detailed refinished charming small dresser, with 2 tone wood details on handles and top
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Vintage 1960s Danish Dressers

Danish Japanese Fusion Mid Century Dresser
Danish Japanese Fusion Mid Century Dresser
H 30.25 in W 36 in D 18.75 in
Japanese Tansu, Mid to Late 19th Century
Located in San Marino, CA
Japanese two piece tansu with chrysanthemum shaped hardware symbolizing good health, top section
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Antique 19th Century Dressers

Rare C. 1850 Antique Japanese 2-Part Tansu Chest with Original Patina
Located in Chicago, IL
Century Japanese home. Because Japanese homes were (and are) relatively small, furniture was also
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Dressers

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Pine

Mid-Century Japanese Style Desk and Dresser by Meredew with Solid Teak Legs
By Meredew
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-Century, Japanese Style Desk and Dresser by British manufacturer Meredew. Despite its compact
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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Secretaires

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Metal

Vintage Swank Japan Desk Caddy Dresser Valet Elephant
By Swan
Located in North Hollywood, CA
condition for the age, rare find. Swank made In Japan vintage mid century modern desk organizer for pens
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Sterling Silver Wood Dresser Box with Mixed Metal Lid Depicting Japanese Scene
Located in Astoria, NY
Dresser box with mixed metal lid depicting Japanese scene of Mount Fuji, hardwood interior and
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Walnut Teak Danish Mid Century Style Dresser
Located in View Park, CA
Small 3-drawer Danish style mid century dresser in teak wood, circa 1960s. Minor signs of wear to
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Teak

Japanese Tansu with Iron Hardware
Located in Chicago, IL
This handsome Japanese Tansu is from Kyoto, Japan and features four drawers and detailed lock
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Dressers

Materials

Metal

Japanese Tansu with Iron Hardware
Japanese Tansu with Iron Hardware
H 40 in W 34.5 in D 18 in
Mid Century Modern Rosewood Japanese Jewelry Dresser Tansu Box
Located in San Diego, CA
A very rare and unique Japanese jewelry box with multiple compartments. Beautiful geometric pattern
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20th Century Japanese Mid-Century Modern Jewelry Boxes

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Mahogany, Rosewood, Walnut

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By Cees Braakman
Located in Udenhout, Noord Brabant
Japanese series DU04 sideboard designed by Cees Braakman for UMS Pastoe. The sideboard has four
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Metal

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20th Century Japanese Tansu Chest in Two Parts
Located in Torino, IT
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20th Century Japanese Tansu Chest in Two Parts
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$5,670 / set
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Bespoke Round Italian Dining Table in Travertine
Bespoke Round Italian Dining Table in Travertine
$4,286 / item
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Japanese Taishō Tansu Chest in Isho-Dansu Style with Six Drawers and Safe
Located in Yonkers, NY
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"Marchand" Scalloped Walnut Dresser by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
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Located in Jesteburg, DE
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Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
$10,042 / item
H 31.5 in W 106.3 in D 39.38 in
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Located in Yonkers, NY
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Located in Chicago, IL
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19th Century Antique Japanese Tansu Chest, 2 Parts
19th Century Antique Japanese Tansu Chest, 2 Parts
$4,200 Sale Price
25% Off
H 41.5 in W 35.75 in D 17.5 in
All Original C. 1850 Japanese Tansu Chest, 2 Parts
Located in Chicago, IL
This 2-part antique Japanese tansu has lovely old-patina wood and and attractive hand-forged iron handles and other hardware. It can be used as-shown, stacked or separated and raise...
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Pine

All Original C. 1850 Japanese Tansu Chest, 2 Parts
All Original C. 1850 Japanese Tansu Chest, 2 Parts
$3,800 Sale Price
34% Off
H 41.5 in W 35.75 in D 18.5 in
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By Maria Yee Inc.
Located in San Jose, CA
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Fen 78" Dresser
Fen 78" Dresser
$4,300 / item
H 34 in W 18 in D 78 in
Fen 64" Dresser
By Maria Yee Inc.
Located in San Jose, CA
The Fen Dresser marries the exquisite intricacy of traditional Tansu-style metal pulls with a decidedly modern silhouette. It beautifully illustrates the history of Maria Yee, unitin...
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Fen 64" Dresser
Fen 64" Dresser
$3,800 / item
H 34 in W 18 in D 64 in
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Mid Century Japanese Dresser For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic mid century Japanese dresser available at 1stDibs. Each mid century Japanese dresser for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and brass. Your living room may not be complete without a mid century Japanese dresser — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each mid century Japanese dresser bearing mid-century modern or Art Nouveau hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one mid century Japanese dresser that is appealing in its simplicity, but Awaji Pottery, Gordon & Jane Martz and Henredon produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Mid Century Japanese Dresser?

A mid century Japanese dresser can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,138, while the lowest priced sells for $325 and the highest can go for as much as $8,800.
Questions About Mid Century Japanese Dresser
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.

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