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Mid Century Japanese Dresser

Japanese keyaki Wood Modern Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rare and handsome dresser. Danish modern style. Simple and clean lines. Architectural form and
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Modern Dressers

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Wood

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

Charlotte Perriand
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Grenoble, FR
outlet in ash and fir. This set was created in 1968 for the 3 arcs residence, inspired by Japanese
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Ash

Charlotte Perriand
Charlotte Perriand
H 183 in W 118 in D 50 in
Max Keuhne Style Chest of Drawers with Incised Flowers and Brass Strapping
By Max Kuehne
Located in Hanover, MA
. Reminiscent of furniture designed by Max Keuhne for the Whitney family. Also seems inspired by Japanese Isho
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Brass

Mid 20th Century Occupied Japan Figural Lamps - a Pair
Located in Canton, MA
Mid 20th Century occupied Japan figural lamps, a pair. A Pair of lamps made in the style of dresden
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Table Lamps

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Porcelain

Exquisite Hand Painted Japanese Satsuma Lidded Bowl
Located in San Francisco, CA
Exquisite Hand Painted Japanese Satsuma Lidded Bowl A stunning lidded Japanese Satsuma bowl
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Anglo-Japanese Ceramics

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Porcelain

1970s Henredon American Asian Inspired Dresser
By Henredon
Located in Germantown, MD
Vintage Henredon pan Asian campaign 9 drawer 2 door dresser sideboard with brass hardware. Original
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Mid-20th Century North American Anglo-Japanese Lowboys

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Brass

Classic Edward Wormley for Dunbar Chest of Drawers/ Dresser
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Japanese style- studio/ craftsman details. Leather wrapped handles (dark brown) show some signs of wear
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Leather, Walnut

70s 5 Piece Bedroom Suite, Dresser, Hanging Headboard, Matching Low Night Stands
Located in Monrovia, CA
1970s - 4 piece bedroom suite - dresser, hanging headboard and 2 low night stands. 4 Piece
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Sets

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Metal

Japanese Art Nouveau, Awaji Ware Art Studio Pottery Flower Vase, Ca. 1900
By Awaji Pottery
Located in New York, NY
Awaji pottery was made on the Japanese island of the same name between 1830 and 1939. Most of the pieces
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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Art Nouveau Vases

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Ceramic

Porcelain Butterfly Jewelry Dish Vide-Poche
Located in New York, NY
A white porcelain butterfly jewelry dish vide-poche, circa mid to late-20th century. A great piece
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Porcelain

George Nakashima black american walnut chest of drawers 1955
By George Nakashima
Located in Paris, IDF
This dresser crafted from American black walnut is a stunning testament to George Nakashima's
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Scandinavian Modern Teak Low Cabinet Sideboard Model #394 by Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen, IKEA, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Topeka, KS
mid-century modern movement. In 1952 after traveling through Morocco and Europe, Kjersgaard returned
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

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Rosewood

"Centro" revolving bookcase, by Claudio Salocchi, Ed. Sormani, Italy, circa 1960
By Luigi Sormani, Claudio Salocchi
Located in Paris, FR
American and Japanese markets, where success was immediate. In 1968, he began a collaboration with
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

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Metal

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JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Mathieu Matégot, Stilnovo, Blueprint Lighting
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting. Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel

Chicago Coin's 10th Frame "Special Bowler" Arcade Game, 1949 USA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage bowling arcade machine from 1949 manufactured by Chicago Coin. Wooden cabinet painted with bowling designs in primary colors, lighted scoreboard and Formica lane. Player uses...
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Vintage 1940s American Games

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Metal

SOLD 03/08/24 Lane Staccato Mid Century Walnut Brutalist Highboy Dresser
By Lane Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Lane Staccato Mid Century Walnut Brutalist Highboy Dresser This highboy measures: 38 wide x 19 deep x 64.25 inches high All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored ...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Walnut

Suelo Modern Bench
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
This Suelo Modern bench is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. This silhouette is simple, modern, and sleek, topped with a comfortable cushion. This is the perfect ...
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2010s American Modern Benches

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Hardwood

Suelo Modern Bench
Suelo Modern Bench
H 18 in W 72 in D 16 in
Sculptural Custom Neve Plaster Fixture
By (after) Jean Michel Frank
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural bespoke Neve plaster fixture in the Jean Michel Frank manner. Please note that this fixture takes (1) Edison bulb at 40 or 60 watts in the center and (8) e-12 candelabra b...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers an...

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Plaster

1920s, Mahogany and Oak Compactom Ltd Gentleman's Wardrobe
Located in San Francisco, CA
A mahogany and oak gentleman's wardrobe by Compactom Ltd. of London. Fitted with labeled compartments, trays and rails. Opening to reveal a fully fitted interior, complete with hangi...
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Vintage 1920s English Wardrobes and Armoires

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Oak, Mahogany

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Brass X Base Dresser Chest of Drawers - Pair
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Brass X Base Dresser Chest of Drawers - Pair Each chest of drawers measures: 36 wide x 19.25 deep x 36.25 high All pieces of furniture can be had...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Oval Brass and Parchment Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Beautiful chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires, this other version of the spider chandelier has longer arms on the sides giving the oval shape. The metal arms paint...
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2010s Italian Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal, Brass

Art Deco Cloud Figured Walnut Wardrobe, English, c1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this fabulously styled Art Deco wardrobe dating to the 1930's. Small and well proportioned this wardrobe has stunning Walnut grain with book paged veneers w...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

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Walnut

HERITAGE HENREDON Walnut Mid 20th Century Dresser
By Heritage-Henredon
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Mid 20th Century Modern style double dresser by Heritage Henredon, a collaboration between Henredon and Drexel Heritage. Walnut with brass & walnut hardware, solid edge to the top,...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Brass

Pair of 19th Century Japanese Choba Tansu on Custom Steel Stands
Located in Chicago, IL
Immerse your living space in timeless elegance with these transformed 19th century Japanese Choba Tansu chests. Crafted from exquisite pine and fine iron fittings and hardware, each ...
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Steel, Iron

Vintage German Cherrywood Biedermeier Wardrobe/Cabinet on Castors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century German style small Bedermeier armoire/wardrobe with burl wood cherry. One long drawer at the top. Interior has shaves and three drawers. Sits on top of carved legs with ...
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Antique 19th Century German Georgian Wardrobes and Armoires

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Cherry

19th Century Japanese Staircase Tansu Cabinet with Two Drawers and Single Door
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese staircase tansu cabinet from the 19th century, with two drawers and single door. Born in Japan during the 19th century, this staircase tansu features a convenient stepped ...
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Cabinets

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Wood

19th Century Japanese Tansu Chest
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a wonderful 19th century Japanese Laquer Tansu chest on a custom metal base Two drawers with metal hardware in great condition Born in Japan, this wooden chest is a good ex...
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

19th Century Japanese Tansu Chest
19th Century Japanese Tansu Chest
H 42 in W 37 in D 18 in
Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Campaign Black Lacquered Twelve-Drawer Dresser
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style twelve-drawer dresser or credenza By Drexel Heritage USA, 1970s Black lacquered walnut, with original brass hard...
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Brass

Japanese Meiji 19th Century Cha Tansu Kiri Wood Tea Cabinet with Doors, Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Meiji period kiri wood cha tansu tea cabinet from the 19th century, with sliding doors, multiple drawers and brass hardware. Created in Japan during the Meiji period in th...
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

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Brass, Iron

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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 Pasadena, CA
Japanese two piece tansu with chrysanthemum shaped hardware symbolizing good health, top section
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Antique 19th Century Dressers

George Nakashima Mid Century Four-Drawer Dovetailed Walnut Dresser
By George Nakashima
Located in Milford, NH
A splendid four-drawer dovetailed walnut dresser by mid century American furniture designer George
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Walnut

Large “Janus” Dresser Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, Solid Walnut
By Edward Wormley
Located in Round Rock, TX
has been completely restored. Would be an lovely addition to any Mid Century, Studio Craft, Post
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Brass

Rare birch DU Series 4 drawer dresser, designed by Cees Braakman for Pastoe
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Dronten, NL
Cees Braakman's finest design, the DU or Japanese Series is usually made in teak. This dresser is
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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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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Mid-20th Century Japanese Folk Art Animal Sculptures

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Composition

Sterling Silver Wood Dresser Box with Mixed Metal Lid Depicting Japanese Scene
Located in New York, 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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Sterling Silver

Dresser Buffet André Sornay, 1950s
By Andre Sornay
Located in Grenoble, FR
Dresser buffet André Sornay, 1950s very beautiful original condition, original blue paint
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Buffets

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Formica, Mahogany

Dresser Buffet André Sornay, 1950s
Dresser Buffet André Sornay, 1950s
H 74.81 in W 70.87 in L 74.81 in
Japanese Fine Original Antique Five-Drawer Chest, 100% Original Tansu
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese Acquisitions travels. This is an antique handcrafted wooden chest tansu
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

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Wood

Paul McCobb Planner Group Dresser on Bench
By Paul McCobb
Located in Oakland, CA
Paul McCobb Planner Group two dressers resting on a low bench / coffee table, consisting of two
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets

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Maple, Lacquer

Paul McCobb Planner Group Dresser on Bench
Paul McCobb Planner Group Dresser on Bench
H 26.25 in W 48.25 in D 18.25 in
Japanese Original Antique "Flying Birds" Five-Drawer Chest, 100% Original Tansu
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese Acquisitions travels. 100% original with unusual hand wrought "flying
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

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Wood

Dutch Minimalist Teak Japanese Series Sideboard by Cees Braakman, Pastoe, 1960s
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
1960s. This sideboard comes from the well-known series of Pastoe which has been renamed the 'Japanese
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Vintage 1960s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Metal

Collinson & Lock, Style of E W Godwin Pair of Aesthetic Movement Circular Tables
By Edward William Godwin
Located in London, GB
circular tables, with Japanese style shaped undertiers below, on five turned and tapered legs each table
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Tables

Materials

Boxwood, Rosewood

Gordon & Jane Martz / Marshall Studios Ceramic Table Lamps, Matte Black Glaze
By Gordon & Jane Martz
Located in Portland, OR
What is it? — Another gem from the masters of mid-century lightning – Gordon and Jane Martz. Not
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

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

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Metal

Japanese Tansu with Iron Hardware
Japanese Tansu with Iron Hardware
H 40 in W 34.5 in D 18 in
George Nakashima 12-Drawer Dresser Widdicomb Origins, 1960
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., George Nakashima
Located in Camden, ME
dresser. The design of the brass pulls is based on the lintel of a Japanese temple gate The interior of
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Bronze

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

1950s Edward Wormley for Dunbar Walnut Cabinet with Natzler Ceramic Inset Pulls
By Edward Wormley
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
with raised edges to provide visual interest. The inset feet showing a subtle nod to japanese
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Tansu-Inspired Dresser, circa 1950s
By American of Martinsville
Located in Peabody, MA
by a traditional Japanese tansu, circa 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of D...

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Pewter

Japanese Antique Five Drawer Small Treasures Tansu Cabinet
Located in South Burlington, VT
From our recent Japanese Acquisitions travels. This is a functional old five (5) drawer drawer
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Art Deco Furniture

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Wood

Japanese Sleek Blue Iris Bamboo Handled Tea Pot 1930s
Located in South Burlington, VT
Another Gem Japan, a mouth watering and fine 9" tall 1930s green and blue Awaji kiln tea pot
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Sculptures and Carvings

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Ceramic, Pottery

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Chest of Drawers/ Dresser
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Japanese style- studio/ craftsman details. Leather wrapped handles show some signs of wear. Piece has
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Leather, Walnut

Classic Edward Wormley for Dunbar Chest of Drawers/ Dresser
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Japanese style- studio/ craftsman details. Leather wrapped handles (dark brown) show some signs of wear
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Leather, Walnut

English Regency Style Chinoiserie Decorated Commode or Chest
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive English Regency style commode or chest of drawers featuring a Japanned case decorated
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20th Century American Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Japanese Series Sideboard "DU04" by Cees Braakman for UMS Pastoe
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

Materials

Metal

Pair of Baker Modern Tansu Chest Cabinet
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Hudson, NY
Pair of amazingly beautiful Japanese Tansu chests or cabinets by Baker. Metal tag. Dark stained oak
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Metal

Cees Braakman for UMS Pastoe Sideboard Model DU04 Dutch Design from 1955
By Cees Braakman, Pastoe
Located in Amsterdam, NL
This Minimalist Mid-Century Modern sideboard, model DU04, was designed by Cees Braakman and
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Sideboards

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Metal

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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.