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19th Century Pair of Money Chests
19th Century Pair of Money Chests

19th Century Pair of Money Chests

$2,000 / set

H 19.75 in W 11.75 in D 15.75 in

19th Century Pair of Money Chests

Located in Santa Monica, CA

A Pair of Money Chests circa 1850 - 1890 This pair of money chests has a top lid cover (with lock), square legs and horse-hoof feet.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Hardwood

Steel Engraved Nuremberg Money Chest or Cash Box circa 1600
Steel Engraved Nuremberg Money Chest or Cash Box circa 1600

Steel Engraved Nuremberg Money Chest or Cash Box circa 1600

Located in Milford, NH

A fine example of a money chest or cash box with steel engraved figures on each side and an intricate locking mechanism under the lid, typical of metalwork coming out of a host of ci...

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Antique Early 1600s German Decorative Boxes

Materials

Steel

Antique Korean Money Chest Ton-Kwe Joseon Dynasty
Antique Korean Money Chest Ton-Kwe Joseon Dynasty

Antique Korean Money Chest Ton-Kwe Joseon Dynasty

$5,600

H 21 in W 34.5 in D 14.5 in

Antique Korean Money Chest Ton-Kwe Joseon Dynasty

Located in Atlanta, GA

Known as coin chest (Ton-Kwe in Korean), this type of chest was originally used for storing money and valuables.

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Antique 19th Century Korean Other Furniture

Materials

Iron

Chinese Money Chest in Black Lacquer and Gilt Decoration
Chinese Money Chest in Black Lacquer and Gilt Decoration

Chinese Money Chest in Black Lacquer and Gilt Decoration

Located in Dallas, TX

A Chinese black lacqured chest with gilt decoration was originally used to hold gold coins. This highly decorative cabinet is beautiflly decorated with multible children in various s...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Altar Coffer with Carved Geometric Motifs
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Altar Coffer with Carved Geometric Motifs

Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Altar Coffer with Carved Geometric Motifs

Located in Yonkers, NY

The lower compartment, only accessible through the upper drawers, demonstrates that this coffer was likely a money chest. The façade attracts our attention with its beautifully carve...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Elegant Restored Pair of Modern Maple Chests by John Stuart, circa 1950
Elegant Restored Pair of Modern Maple Chests by John Stuart, circa 1950

Elegant Restored Pair of Modern Maple Chests by John Stuart, circa 1950

By John Stuart

Located in Atlanta, GA

Rich, warm and understated - the unmistakable look of old money. Excellent Restored Condition. The chests have been professionally cleaned and re-lacquered.

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Maple

Elegant Restored Cerused Oak and Rattan Campaign Chest by McGuire, circa 1970
Elegant Restored Cerused Oak and Rattan Campaign Chest by McGuire, circa 1970

Elegant Restored Cerused Oak and Rattan Campaign Chest by McGuire, circa 1970

By McGuire

Located in Atlanta, GA

The unmistakable look of serious old money. Excellent Restored Condition. The chest has been professionally cleaned and re-lacquered.

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Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Stunning Restored Pair of Walnut Chests by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1960
Stunning Restored Pair of Walnut Chests by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1960

Stunning Restored Pair of Walnut Chests by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1960

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Atlanta, GA

The unmistakable look of old money. Excellent restored condition. The chests have undergone a meticulous complete restoration; the walnut displays wonderful color and movement.

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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Elegant Pair of Cerused Oak and Rattan Campaign Chests by McGuire, circa 1970
Elegant Pair of Cerused Oak and Rattan Campaign Chests by McGuire, circa 1970

Elegant Pair of Cerused Oak and Rattan Campaign Chests by McGuire, circa 1970

By McGuire

Located in Atlanta, GA

The unmistakable look of serious old money. Excellent Restored Condition. The chest has been professionally cleaned and re-lacquered.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Beautiful Restored Pair of Tortoiseshell Caramel Cane Commodes, circa 1980
Beautiful Restored Pair of Tortoiseshell Caramel Cane Commodes, circa 1980

Beautiful Restored Pair of Tortoiseshell Caramel Cane Commodes, circa 1980

Located in Atlanta, GA

The unmistakable look of old money. The chests are shipped completely installation ready.

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bamboo, Cane, Mahogany

Dramatic Restored Pair of Cerused Oak and Brass Commodes by McGuire, circa 1970
Dramatic Restored Pair of Cerused Oak and Brass Commodes by McGuire, circa 1970

Dramatic Restored Pair of Cerused Oak and Brass Commodes by McGuire, circa 1970

By John and Elinor McGuire, McGuire

Located in Atlanta, GA

The unmistakable look of serious old money. Excellent Restored Condition. The chests have been professionally cleaned and re-lacquered.

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Vintage 1970s North American Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Coveted Pair of Saffron Walnut Commodes by T H Robsjohn-Gibbings, dated 1950
Coveted Pair of Saffron Walnut Commodes by T H Robsjohn-Gibbings, dated 1950

Coveted Pair of Saffron Walnut Commodes by T H Robsjohn-Gibbings, dated 1950

By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.

Located in Atlanta, GA

The unmistakable look of old money. Excellent Restored Condition. The chests have been professionally cleaned and polished.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Rare Inscribed Japanese Wood Chest Zenibako on Custom Stand
Rare Inscribed Japanese Wood Chest Zenibako on Custom Stand

Rare Inscribed Japanese Wood Chest Zenibako on Custom Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

Made specifically to safe keep the money, the chest is unique in several features. It consists of a main compartment and three drawers underneath.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Furniture

Materials

Iron

Antique Chinese Lacquered Stacking Box, Early 20th Century
Antique Chinese Lacquered Stacking Box, Early 20th Century

Antique Chinese Lacquered Stacking Box, Early 20th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

Placed atop a table or kang platform, the box likely found various uses as a presentation box, serving tray, or storage chest for stationery, money or other small treasures.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Elm

Antique Japanese Rare Early Edo Era (dated 1675!) Document Tansu 30"H
Antique Japanese Rare Early Edo Era (dated 1675!) Document Tansu 30"H

Antique Japanese Rare Early Edo Era (dated 1675!) Document Tansu 30"H

Located in Portland, OR

Kakesuzuri were used as portable accounting chests and money boxes used by merchants and elites to carry valuable between while traveling.

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Antique Late 17th Century Japanese Edo Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

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Antique Korean Money Chest or Trunk, 18th Century
Antique Korean Money Chest or Trunk, 18th Century

Antique Korean Money Chest or Trunk, 18th Century

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H 18 in W 41 in D 15 in

Antique Korean Money Chest or Trunk, 18th Century

Located in Sheffield, MA

Antique Korean hardwood money chest or trunk with original hand forged iron latch plate with a pierced design, corner mounts and hinges.

Category

Antique 18th Century Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Money Chests with Moulding Edge Waist
Pair of 19th Century Chinese Money Chests with Moulding Edge Waist

Pair of 19th Century Chinese Money Chests with Moulding Edge Waist

Located in Central, HK

A pair of money chest or side chests with moulding edge waist, front open door and square horse hoof foot. 19th century, elm (Zelkova sheneidriana).

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Antique 19th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wood

A red-lacquered “Armada” wrought-iron money chest with elaborate lock, 17th cent
A red-lacquered “Armada” wrought-iron money chest with elaborate lock, 17th cent

A red-lacquered “Armada” wrought-iron money chest with elaborate lock, 17th cent

Located in AMSTELVEEN, NL

A Red-Lacquered “Armada” Wrought-Iron Money Chest with Elaborate Lock, 17th Century A striking and well-preserved example of a 17th-century “Armada” money chest, crafted in heavy wr...

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Antique 17th Century German Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal, Iron

Ingot chest
Ingot chest

Ingot chest

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H 23.75 in W 24 in D 16.5 in

Ingot chest

Located in Westport, CT

A painted money chest from Northern China

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Trunks and Luggage

Late 17th-Early 18th Century Chinese Large Black Lacquer Chest
Late 17th-Early 18th Century Chinese Large Black Lacquer Chest

Late 17th-Early 18th Century Chinese Large Black Lacquer Chest

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H 24.81 in W 36.03 in D 23.63 in

Late 17th-Early 18th Century Chinese Large Black Lacquer Chest

Located in Central, HK

A large black lacquer money chest with original metal ware, from Shanxi Province, China, late 17th century-early 18th century.

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Antique Late 17th Century Chinese Antiquities

Materials

Wood

Mickey Mouse, The Mail Pilot, Unframed Poster, 1974
Mickey Mouse, The Mail Pilot, Unframed Poster, 1974

Mickey Mouse, The Mail Pilot, Unframed Poster, 1974

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H 41 in W 27 in D 0.1 in

Mickey Mouse, The Mail Pilot, Unframed Poster, 1974

Located in London, GB

Mickey the mail pilot is entrusted with a chest of money. He battles rain and snow, but his biggest battle is against Pete, who has a plane equipped with a machine gun and a harpoon ...

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20th Century American Posters

Materials

Paper

Chinese Money Chest with 5 drawers
Chinese Money Chest with 5 drawers

Chinese Money Chest with 5 drawers

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H 31 in W 33 in D 23 in

Chinese Money Chest with 5 drawers

Located in Chicago, IL

Chinese money Chest with drop ring hardware from Henan.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Antique Japanese Money Chest
Antique Japanese Money Chest

Antique Japanese Money Chest

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H 19.75 in Dm 17.75 in

Antique Japanese Money Chest

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A most auspicious antique Japanese money chest of old kiri wood with mitered mortise and tenon construction and hand wrought iron fittings, including the original sao-toshi (suspendi...

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Antique 19th Century Antiquities

Materials

Wood

19th Century Chinese Money Chest
19th Century Chinese Money Chest

19th Century Chinese Money Chest

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H 37 in W 38.5 in D 12.5 in

19th Century Chinese Money Chest

Located in Chicago, IL

A 19th century Chinese black lacquered walnut money chest with two doors with brass hardware, and an open shelf for storage.

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Side Tables

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Chinese Money Chest
19th Century Chinese Money Chest

19th Century Chinese Money Chest

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H 37.25 in W 24.75 in D 19.5 in

19th Century Chinese Money Chest

Located in Chicago, IL

Secured by brass latches, this elmwood money chest once safeguarded the finances and prized possessions of a Qing-dynasty household.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Furniture

Materials

Brass

Chinese Lacquered Money Chest, circa 1850
Chinese Lacquered Money Chest, circa 1850

Chinese Lacquered Money Chest, circa 1850

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H 37.25 in W 24.75 in D 19.5 in

Chinese Lacquered Money Chest, circa 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

Secured by brass latches, this elmwood money chest once safeguarded the finances and prized possessions of a Qing-dynasty household.

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Side Tables

Materials

Brass

17th Century French Oak and Iron Money Chest with Original Lock and Key
17th Century French Oak and Iron Money Chest with Original Lock and Key

17th Century French Oak and Iron Money Chest with Original Lock and Key

Located in Dallas, TX

Adorned by an impressive lattice of strapwork, this oak and iron money chest from 17th-century France is both functional and aesthetically appealing.

Category

Antique 17th Century French Blanket Chests

Materials

Metal, Iron

Small Antique Oak Money Chest Trunk with Wrought Iron Details, circa 1700
Small Antique Oak Money Chest Trunk with Wrought Iron Details, circa 1700

Small Antique Oak Money Chest Trunk with Wrought Iron Details, circa 1700

Located in Round Top, TX

This small trunk or chest is heavily embellished with hand-wrought iron details, including cut-out of heart patterns.

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Antique Early 18th Century Swedish Trunks and Luggage

Antique Box on a Stand
Antique Box on a Stand

Antique Box on a Stand

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H 25 in W 37 in D 25 in

Antique Box on a Stand

Located in Dallas, TX

Antique British Colonial Metal Money Chest on Stand.

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Antique 19th Century English Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

17th Century Oak and Iron Bound Money Trunk from Haut Jura, France
17th Century Oak and Iron Bound Money Trunk from Haut Jura, France

17th Century Oak and Iron Bound Money Trunk from Haut Jura, France

Located in Dallas, TX

From the 1600s, this French money trunk is heavily clad with thick, iron strapping that goes completely around the trunk. Though this trunk’s ironwork was designed for the security o...

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Antique 17th Century French Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

Antique Coin Cabinet, Money Box, Lacquered Black Wood, Drawers, Original Knobs
Antique Coin Cabinet, Money Box, Lacquered Black Wood, Drawers, Original Knobs

Antique Coin Cabinet, Money Box, Lacquered Black Wood, Drawers, Original Knobs

Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)

18th century antique cabinet, used as a money box before the electric coffers, black lacquered wood, slightly to restore, with working and original drawers, original knobs and feet....

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Antique Late 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Antique Money Box Chest
Antique Money Box Chest

Antique Money Box Chest

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H 23.5 in W 31 in D 21.5 in

Antique Money Box Chest

Located in Dallas, TX

Commercial bank money box s chest or end table. Natural distressed verde green iron metal with lock front access, iron handles and hardware.

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Vintage 1910s English British Colonial Trunks and Luggage

Antique Money Box
Antique Money Box

Antique Money Box

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H 23.5 in W 31 in D 21.5 in

Antique Money Box

Located in Dallas, TX

Commercial bank money box as chest or end table. Painted green iron with side handles.

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Vintage 1910s English British Colonial Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

18th Century Brass and Iron Money Box, Little Strongbox or Treasure Chest
18th Century Brass and Iron Money Box, Little Strongbox or Treasure Chest

18th Century Brass and Iron Money Box, Little Strongbox or Treasure Chest

Located in Haarlem, NL

Heavy sheet iron strong box with original black paint and superbly detailed hand-cut brass ornaments. The box comes complete with working lock and key. Measurements include hand...

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Antique 18th Century European Decorative Boxes

Materials

Brass, Iron

19th Century Korean Brass Mounted Wood Money Chest
19th Century Korean Brass Mounted Wood Money Chest

19th Century Korean Brass Mounted Wood Money Chest

Located in Forney, TX

A charming antique Korean wooden money chest with beautifully aged warm rustic distressed patina.

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Antique 19th Century Korean Rustic Furniture

Materials

Brass

18th Century Antique Corsair Nuremberg Wrought Iron Safe Money Chest
18th Century Antique Corsair Nuremberg Wrought Iron Safe Money Chest

18th Century Antique Corsair Nuremberg Wrought Iron Safe Money Chest

Located in Dallas, TX

18th century antique wrought iron safe trunk called "corsair" or "Nuremberg" probably from Germany (circa:1700), cut, chisel finished, assembled with rivets and screws, handles on bo...

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Antique Early 18th Century German Baroque Trunks and Luggage

17th Century German Polished Wrought Iron Corsair Nuremberg Money Chest Safe
17th Century German Polished Wrought Iron Corsair Nuremberg Money Chest Safe

17th Century German Polished Wrought Iron Corsair Nuremberg Money Chest Safe

Located in Dallas, TX

Crafted in Germany, circa 1690, the safe called a "corsair' or "Nuremberg" has a polished finish, and has been assembled with rivets and screws. The trunk features a large decorative...

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Antique Late 17th Century German Baroque Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

Antique Security Chest, Money Trunk
Antique Security Chest, Money Trunk

Antique Security Chest, Money Trunk

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H 21 in W 29 in D 19 in

Antique Security Chest, Money Trunk

Located in Somis, CA

Rustic charming money chest was used by merchants in the 19th century to keep currency, especially coins.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Wood

17th Century German Ornately Decorated Steel and Iron Strong Box
17th Century German Ornately Decorated Steel and Iron Strong Box

17th Century German Ornately Decorated Steel and Iron Strong Box

Located in London, GB

A late 17th century German strong box or money chest, probably Nuremberg. Made from sheet steel with reinforcing iron strips and wrought iron handles, lock plates and fittings for pa...

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Antique Late 17th Century German Trunks and Luggage

Austrian Silver Money Box Piggy Bank Treasure Chest, circa 1880-1885
Austrian Silver Money Box Piggy Bank Treasure Chest, circa 1880-1885

Austrian Silver Money Box Piggy Bank Treasure Chest, circa 1880-1885

By Alexander Katsch

Located in Vienna, AT

Excellently made lidded money box (piggy bank) shaped as treasure chest having movable handles at lateral sides.

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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian High Victorian Sterling Silver

Materials

Silver

Petite Indian 19th Century House-Shaped Money Box with Carved Geometric Décor
Petite Indian 19th Century House-Shaped Money Box with Carved Geometric Décor

Petite Indian 19th Century House-Shaped Money Box with Carved Geometric Décor

Located in Yonkers, NY

A small Indian carved wood house-shaped money box chest from the 19th century, with geometrical motifs and metal braces.

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Antique 19th Century Indian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Metal

Pair of Chinese Low Banker's Chests, c. 1900
Pair of Chinese Low Banker's Chests, c. 1900

Pair of Chinese Low Banker's Chests, c. 1900

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H 19.75 in W 20 in D 15 in

Pair of Chinese Low Banker's Chests, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This adorable pair of low square chests were designed to be used as portable safes, used to store and secure money and other valuables for a Qing-dynasty merchant or household.

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Small Japanese Wood Safe Zenibako Edo Period
Small Japanese Wood Safe Zenibako Edo Period

Small Japanese Wood Safe Zenibako Edo Period

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H 6.5 in W 6.5 in D 7.75 in

Small Japanese Wood Safe Zenibako Edo Period

Located in Atlanta, GA

There is a conforming handle on top. The small chest was made as a portable device to keep and transport money.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Furniture

Materials

Iron

Antique Japanese Late Edo Era 3 Drawer Funadansu Sugi & Iron 16.5"
Antique Japanese Late Edo Era 3 Drawer Funadansu Sugi & Iron 16.5"

Antique Japanese Late Edo Era 3 Drawer Funadansu Sugi & Iron 16.5"

Located in Portland, OR

The method of construction as well as all the forged iron work on this chest helps to date it. This chest was used to hold documents and writing materials, as well as, money and valu...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Wrought Iron

Antique Satirical Print of the John Law Wind Trade & The Finance Crisis, c.1720
Antique Satirical Print of the John Law Wind Trade & The Finance Crisis, c.1720

Antique Satirical Print of the John Law Wind Trade & The Finance Crisis, c.1720

Located in Langweer, NL

Also shown is a man sitting upon a chest with an inscription at his feet which translates to: "I thought to have filled this chest with money, but it is only filled with horse dung,"...

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Antique Early 18th Century Prints

Materials

Paper

Shanxi Money Chest

Shanxi Money Chest

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H 34 in W 61 in D 22 in

Shanxi Money Chest

Located in East Hampton, NY

Q'ing Dynasty Shanxi Lacquered Money Chest

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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Money Chest
Money Chest

Money Chest

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H 20 in W 20.25 in D 15.5 in

Money Chest

Located in East Hampton, NY

Q'ing Dynasty Jiangsu Money Chest

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Antique 19th Century End Tables

Money Chest
Money Chest

Money Chest

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H 22 in W 17.75 in D 17.75 in

Money Chest

Located in East Hampton, NY

Turn of the Century Q'ing Dynasty Lidded Money Chest

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Early 20th Century End Tables

Materials

Brass

Shanxi Money Chest
Shanxi Money Chest

Shanxi Money Chest

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H 22.5 in W 17.25 in D 17.25 in

Shanxi Money Chest

Located in East Hampton, NY

Mid 19thC. Q'ing Dynasty Shanxi Money Chest ( 2 available priced and sold separately)

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Antique 19th Century Side Tables

Tibetan Money Chest
Tibetan Money Chest

Tibetan Money Chest

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H 22 in W 22 in D 16 in

Tibetan Money Chest

Located in East Hampton, NY

Q'ing Dynasty Tibetan Money Chest on Stand ( 2 available priced and sold separately )

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Antique 19th Century End Tables

Chinese Money Chest
Chinese Money Chest

Chinese Money Chest

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H 36 in W 32 in D 18.75 in

Chinese Money Chest

Located in Sarasota, FL

This well made by hand Chinese Money Chest would have been in a quality home. Having 2 Doors and 2 compartment to with brass hardware.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Brass

19th Century Chinese Money Chest
19th Century Chinese Money Chest

19th Century Chinese Money Chest

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H 27 in W 31 in D 18 in

19th Century Chinese Money Chest

Located in New York, NY

A 19th Century Chinese money chest, with striking graphic panels of Chinese characters.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture

Materials

Elm

Chinese End Cabinet
Chinese End Cabinet

Chinese End Cabinet

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H 21 in W 20.5 in D 16 in

Chinese End Cabinet

Located in East Hampton, NY

Q'ing Dynasty Jiangsu Money Chest

Category

Antique 19th Century End Tables

Materials

Brass

Coffee Table
Coffee Table

Coffee Table

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H 19 in W 34 in D 32.5 in

Coffee Table

Located in East Hampton, NY

Q'ing Dynasty Ming Styled Money Chest/Trunk Coffee Table

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Antique 19th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Brass

Dutch Colonial Money Box
Dutch Colonial Money Box

Dutch Colonial Money Box

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H 13.5 in W 25 in D 12.5 in

Dutch Colonial Money Box

Located in San Marino, CA

Dutch Colonial, from Ceylon (now Sri Lanka). Deeply Patinated Jack Wood decorated with Brass Caps, overlay and straps, on a pair of strut feet.

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Antique Early 19th Century Sri Lankan Dutch Colonial Blanket Chests

Japanese Money Chest / Cabinet or Funa Dansu Edo Period
Japanese Money Chest / Cabinet or Funa Dansu Edo Period

Japanese Money Chest / Cabinet or Funa Dansu Edo Period

Located in Dallas, TX

This is a very handsome Japanese money chest or safe, with elaborate and ornate ironwork is from the Edo period (1603-1868).

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Antiquities

Materials

Iron

Rare 17th Century Spanish Baroque Iron Strong Box on Stand, circa 1660-1690
Rare 17th Century Spanish Baroque Iron Strong Box on Stand, circa 1660-1690

Rare 17th Century Spanish Baroque Iron Strong Box on Stand, circa 1660-1690

Located in Bedford, Bedfordshire

Not until the 16th century were money chests and cash boxes first forged completely in sheet iron and reinforced with intersecting strips and fittings made of iron.

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Antique Late 17th Century Spanish Baroque Decorative Boxes

Materials

Iron

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Located in Austin, TX

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Located in Glendale, CA

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Located in Swedesboro, NJ

Dimensions - H: 3 3/4in W: 9 3/4in D: 5in This Antique Turn of the Century Bronze Ormolu and Leather Jewelry Casket is truly remarkable and is made of the highest quality! If you t...

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$1,588

H 13 in W 18.9 in D 11.82 in

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Located in Madrid, ES

Safe box. Iron. XIX century. Rectangular safe made of iron, with a rectangular base, two handles on the sides and classicist-influenced molding decorations on the fronts and top. It...

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$850

H 3 in W 8 in D 6.5 in

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Located in Tampa, FL

A renaissance revival style solid bronze box of the highest quality. The deep blue velvet interior has a ring holder. The interior depth is two and a half inches. No key. Austria, ci...

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Antique 1880s Austrian Decorative Boxes

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$3,950

H 5.25 in W 7.5 in D 4.5 in

English Tortoiseshell Tea Caddy

Located in Dallas, TX

A lovely bow front tortoiseshell tea caddy inlaid with mother of pearl flowers and topped with a silver badge. English, circa 1870.

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Antique 1870s English Tea Caddies

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Pair of Tulips Murano Glass and Brass Sconces
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$3,528 / set

H 32.29 in W 19.69 in D 9.45 in

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Located in Puglia, Puglia

Pair of wall lamps, entirely handmade in Murano, Italy, that bring the energy of Nature and Feng Shui into your interior. This pair of modern organic wall lamps is composed of a hand...

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Early 2000s Italian Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

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Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK

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Rare and Beautiful Architectural Pagode Display Cabinet, China

Rare and Beautiful Architectural Pagode Display Cabinet, China

Located in Antwerp, BE

Made of carved wood with transparent fences and scrollwork panels, two dragons at the front and pagoda roofs on top. A beautiful realization by the Chinese woodcarver and furniture m...

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Sapele Wood, Ivory

Very Rare Antique Armada Box or Strongbox in Iron Early 17th Century
Very Rare Antique Armada Box or Strongbox in Iron Early 17th Century

Very Rare Antique Armada Box or Strongbox in Iron Early 17th Century

Located in Meer, VAN

Very Rare Antique Armada Box or Strongbox in Iron Early 17th Century A truly wonderful 400 year old museum worthy ‘strongbox’ or ‘armada box’. Most probably German, around 1600-1620...

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Antique 17th Century European Medieval Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Iron

Antique Iron Safe with Rocaille Decoration, France, Circa 1740
Antique Iron Safe with Rocaille Decoration, France, Circa 1740

Antique Iron Safe with Rocaille Decoration, France, Circa 1740

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A large, antique single-door safe or cassa forte made of hand crafted iron with rivets and bands on the surface and palmettes and rocaille decorations on the front, in good condition...

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Antique Mid-18th Century French Cabinets

Materials

Metal, Iron

19th Century French Large and Finely Gilt Bronze Casket
19th Century French Large and Finely Gilt Bronze Casket

19th Century French Large and Finely Gilt Bronze Casket

Located in Dallas, TX

Finest quality French 19th century bronze doré box. Beautiful scenes of cherubs at play on all sides. Boucher scenes. Lined with a beautiful silk original key.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Decorative Boxes

Materials

Bronze

Korean Asian Large Long Life Byobu Byeongpung Shipjangsaengdo Ten Panel Screen
Korean Asian Large Long Life Byobu Byeongpung Shipjangsaengdo Ten Panel Screen

Korean Asian Large Long Life Byobu Byeongpung Shipjangsaengdo Ten Panel Screen

Located in Studio City, CA

An absolutely gorgeous, monumental, exceptionally large Korean ten-panel Sipjangsaengdo Byobu folding screen depicting the ten symbols of longevity—sun, mountain, water, rock, cloud,...

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Mid-20th Century Korean Paintings and Screens

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Paint, Paper

19th Century French Limoges Enamel Plaque in Gilt Bronze Frame
19th Century French Limoges Enamel Plaque in Gilt Bronze Frame

19th Century French Limoges Enamel Plaque in Gilt Bronze Frame

By Limoges

Located in London, GB

This beautiful Limoges enamel plaque depicts a knight in full armour. He is portrayed turning towards the viewer, as though he is about to unsheathe his sword. The knight stands befo...

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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Paintings

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu, Bronze

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