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Vintage Burl Mahogany Tansu Chest with Paper Antique Calligraphy Lining
Vintage Burl Mahogany Tansu Chest with Paper Antique Calligraphy Lining

Vintage Burl Mahogany Tansu Chest with Paper Antique Calligraphy Lining

$3,750Sale Price|46% Off

H 20.5 in W 21 in D 15 in

Vintage Burl Mahogany Tansu Chest with Paper Antique Calligraphy Lining

Located in Lomita, CA

This is a unique Japanese Tansu chest that presents beautifully and also offers a glimpse into

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass

1960s Custom Japanese Tansu Tea Cabinet in Walnut with Woodblock Prints
1960s Custom Japanese Tansu Tea Cabinet in Walnut with Woodblock Prints

1960s Custom Japanese Tansu Tea Cabinet in Walnut with Woodblock Prints

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This is a Japanese Tansu Tea Cabinet, dating to the 1960s. It has a case and a base made of walnut

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Vintage 1960s American Modern Cabinets

Materials

Steel

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19th C. Early Meiji Period Paper Tansu Wabi Sabi
19th C. Early Meiji Period Paper Tansu Wabi Sabi

19th C. Early Meiji Period Paper Tansu Wabi Sabi

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H 26.78 in W 31.11 in D 12.41 in

19th C. Early Meiji Period Paper Tansu Wabi Sabi

Located in London, GB

An early 19th C. Meiji period paper tansu. Heavily patinated Japanese pine & cedar. two sets of

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Cedar, Pine, Paper

Exceptional Rare Wabi Sabi Taisho Period Paper & Cedar Tansu/Cabinet
Exceptional Rare Wabi Sabi Taisho Period Paper & Cedar Tansu/Cabinet

Exceptional Rare Wabi Sabi Taisho Period Paper & Cedar Tansu/Cabinet

Located in London, GB

A rare Japanese Taisho period (C.1920s) cedar & paper tansu. Beautifully patinated cedar carcass

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Vintage 1920s Japanese Taisho Cabinets

Materials

Cedar, Paper

Rustic Papered Front Tansu
Rustic Papered Front Tansu

Rustic Papered Front Tansu

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H 30.5 in W 70 in D 19 in

Rustic Papered Front Tansu

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Rustic Papered Front Tansu Japan, Circa 1960's Patinated, wear consistent to age

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Vintage 1960s Sideboards

Materials

Wood, Parchment Paper

20th Century Japanese Tansu Chest, Bamboo & Wood, White Paper Doors
20th Century Japanese Tansu Chest, Bamboo & Wood, White Paper Doors

20th Century Japanese Tansu Chest, Bamboo & Wood, White Paper Doors

Located in Somis, CA

A most charming Tansu. The sliding doors are covered in white Japanese hand made rice paper in

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20th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Bamboo, Wood, Paper

Rare Rustic Early Meiji Period Paper & Cedar Tansu/Cabinet Wabi Sabi
Rare Rustic Early Meiji Period Paper & Cedar Tansu/Cabinet Wabi Sabi

Rare Rustic Early Meiji Period Paper & Cedar Tansu/Cabinet Wabi Sabi

Located in London, GB

A rare heavily patinated 19th C. paper & cedar tansu cabinet. Simply constructed with two sliding

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Antique 1860s Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Iron

Japanese Antique Katana Tansu / Paper Pasted Drawer / Meiji Period Wabi-sabi
Japanese Antique Katana Tansu / Paper Pasted Drawer / Meiji Period Wabi-sabi

Japanese Antique Katana Tansu / Paper Pasted Drawer / Meiji Period Wabi-sabi

Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture

This is an old box for storing Japanese swords called "Katana Tansu". It seems to be around the

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antiquities

Materials

Wood, Paper

Japanese Antique Paper Pasted Tansu / Cabinet Sideboard / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi
Japanese Antique Paper Pasted Tansu / Cabinet Sideboard / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi

Japanese Antique Paper Pasted Tansu / Cabinet Sideboard / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi

Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture

This is an original item made by pasting old Japanese paper on an old Japanese chest of drawers

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Iron

Large Taisho Period Wabi Sabi Japanese Tansu
Large Taisho Period Wabi Sabi Japanese Tansu

Large Taisho Period Wabi Sabi Japanese Tansu

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H 59.45 in W 59.45 in D 19.3 in

Large Taisho Period Wabi Sabi Japanese Tansu

Located in London, GB

A large charred cedar, elm & paper Japanese Tansu from the early 20th century Taisho period

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Furniture

Materials

Elm, Cedar, Paper

Japanese Antique Lattice Door Tansu / Cabinet Sideboard / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi
Japanese Antique Lattice Door Tansu / Cabinet Sideboard / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi

Japanese Antique Lattice Door Tansu / Cabinet Sideboard / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi

Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture

patina of the cedar wood provides a powerful contrast to the aged texture of the washi paper. Condition

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Cedar, Paper

Korean 19th Century Two Part Elm Tansu Wedding Cabinet with Butterfly Mounts
Korean 19th Century Two Part Elm Tansu Wedding Cabinet with Butterfly Mounts

Korean 19th Century Two Part Elm Tansu Wedding Cabinet with Butterfly Mounts

Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL

doors mounted with butterfly hinges and butterfly center-mount. The doors open up to paper lined

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Antique Late 19th Century Korean Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Japanese Antique Tansu / Japanese Paper Pasted Cabinet / Meiji Period WabiSabi
Japanese Antique Tansu / Japanese Paper Pasted Cabinet / Meiji Period WabiSabi

Japanese Antique Tansu / Japanese Paper Pasted Cabinet / Meiji Period WabiSabi

Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture

This is an old Japanese Tansu. It is made of cedar, and old Japanese paper is pasted on the front

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Cedar, Straw, Paper

Japanese Antique Tansu / Japanese Paper Pasted Cabinet / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Japanese Antique Tansu / Japanese Paper Pasted Cabinet / Wabi-Sabi Mingei

Japanese Antique Tansu / Japanese Paper Pasted Cabinet / Wabi-Sabi Mingei

Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture

Japanese paper is pasted on the front of the drawer. The chest of drawers is thought to be from around the

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Straw, Wood, Cedar, Paper

Japanese Antique Paper-covered Box 1900s-1920s / Tansu Sofa Table Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Paper-covered Box 1900s-1920s / Tansu Sofa Table Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Paper-covered Box 1900s-1920s / Tansu Sofa Table Wabi Sabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Very old Japanese paper-covered storage box. It was made in the Meiji era (1900s-1920s). It appears

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Antique Early 1900s Japanese Meiji Side Tables

Materials

Tin

19th Century Korean Tansu Bandaji Chest
19th Century Korean Tansu Bandaji Chest

19th Century Korean Tansu Bandaji Chest

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H 22 in W 22.5 in D 11 in

19th Century Korean Tansu Bandaji Chest

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Distinctive Korean Tansu Bandaji style chest or blanket chest made of elm. Featuring iron hardware

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Antique 19th Century Korean Campaign Furniture

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Tansu / Cabinet  Drawer / Meiji Period Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Japanese Antique Tansu / Cabinet  Drawer / Meiji Period Wabi-Sabi Mingei

Japanese Antique Tansu / Cabinet Drawer / Meiji Period Wabi-Sabi Mingei

Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture

This is an old Japanese chest of drawers. It is also called "Tansu." It's made of cedar. It is

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Straw, Wood, Cedar, Paper

Pair of Elm Tansu Chests
Pair of Elm Tansu Chests

Pair of Elm Tansu Chests

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H 21 in W 23.25 in D 12.75 in

Pair of Elm Tansu Chests

Located in Los Angeles, CA

These vintage Korean cabinets with decorative brass accents are made out of solid wood and have been newly restored. These pieces have been finished in rich walnut color and have bee...

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Vintage 1940s Chinese Chinese Export Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

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1970s Vintage Asian Rosewood Tansu Chest with Brass Hardware
1970s Vintage Asian Rosewood Tansu Chest with Brass Hardware

1970s Vintage Asian Rosewood Tansu Chest with Brass Hardware

$956Sale Price|20% Off

H 21.75 in W 20.5 in D 13.25 in

1970s Vintage Asian Rosewood Tansu Chest with Brass Hardware

By James Mont

Located in Chattanooga, TN

A compact jewel of Asian craftsmanship, this rosewood chest blends ornate detail with purposeful form. The body is crafted from richly figured rosewood, its grain deep and warm, wi...

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Mid-20th Century Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

17th Century Japanese Export Lacquer Cabinet with Depiction the Dutch Tradepost
17th Century Japanese Export Lacquer Cabinet with Depiction the Dutch Tradepost

17th Century Japanese Export Lacquer Cabinet with Depiction the Dutch Tradepost

Located in Amsterdam, NL

A highly important Japanese export lacquer cabinet with depiction of the Dutch East India Company tradepost Deshima and the annual Dutch delegation on its way to the Shogun in Edo ...

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Antique 17th Century Japanese Edo Lacquer

Materials

Copper, Gold

Korean Campaign Style Secrétaire Cabinet Chest with Desk
Korean Campaign Style Secrétaire Cabinet Chest with Desk

Korean Campaign Style Secrétaire Cabinet Chest with Desk

$2,200Sale Price|43% Off

H 50.5 in W 34.5 in D 25.5 in

Korean Campaign Style Secrétaire Cabinet Chest with Desk

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Impressive Asian campaign style cabinet featuring two large front doors that open to reveal a drop down writing desk and fitted with numerous storage drawers. Adorned with opulent br...

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20th Century Korean Campaign Furniture

Materials

Brass

Asian Scholar's Bamboo and Braided Wicker Chests / Side Tables, C 1940s, a Pair
Asian Scholar's Bamboo and Braided Wicker Chests / Side Tables, C 1940s, a Pair

Asian Scholar's Bamboo and Braided Wicker Chests / Side Tables, C 1940s, a Pair

Located in Germantown, MD

A Pair of Antique Asian scholar's chests /side tables configured with 3 upper drawers and lower cabinet compartments. Beautifully appointed with striking drop pulls and wicker face d...

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Early 20th Century Korean Anglo-Japanese Side Tables

Materials

Brass

Antique Korean Tansu Elm Wood Chest with Brass Trim
Antique Korean Tansu Elm Wood Chest with Brass Trim

Antique Korean Tansu Elm Wood Chest with Brass Trim

$2,900Sale Price|23% Off

H 34.5 in W 42.5 in D 18.5 in

Antique Korean Tansu Elm Wood Chest with Brass Trim

Located in Sheffield, MA

The antique Korean Bandaji, or blanket chest is handcrafted in wood and embellished with original brass trim, mounted with intricate fittings, including handles, hinges and lock plat...

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Antique Late 19th Century Korean Other Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Lacquered Wood Cabinet with Chinese Seenes
Lacquered Wood Cabinet with Chinese Seenes

Lacquered Wood Cabinet with Chinese Seenes

$5,139Sale Price|26% Off

H 38.78 in W 34.85 in D 14.77 in

Lacquered Wood Cabinet with Chinese Seenes

Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France

This beautiful two doors cabinet is made of black and red lacquered wood presenting Chinese sceens and decorations in gold tones. This is a French work. Circa 1940

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Vintage 1940s French Chinese Export Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Korean Antique Pine and Persimmon Wood Stacking Nong Cabinets
Korean Antique Pine and Persimmon Wood Stacking Nong Cabinets

Korean Antique Pine and Persimmon Wood Stacking Nong Cabinets

$5,000 / set

H 46.25 in W 32.5 in D 14.75 in

Korean Antique Pine and Persimmon Wood Stacking Nong Cabinets

Located in Atlanta, GA

A two-tier stacking storage cabinet on comforting stand, known as Nong in Korean, circa early 20th century (end of Joseon to Korean Empire Period). Each cabinet is fitted with a pair...

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Early 20th Century Korean Other Furniture

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century Antique Korean Tansu Chest
Early 20th Century Antique Korean Tansu Chest

Early 20th Century Antique Korean Tansu Chest

$3,450

H 51.75 in W 36 in D 16 in

Early 20th Century Antique Korean Tansu Chest

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

This Early 20th-Century Korean Tansu Chest is a stunning example of traditional craftsmanship, featuring intricate hand-forged hardware and a beautifully aged patina. With its ample ...

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Early 20th Century Korean Meiji Furniture

Materials

Metal

Late Meiji Japanese Keyaki Merchant Tansu Chest with Iron Fittings
Late Meiji Japanese Keyaki Merchant Tansu Chest with Iron Fittings

Late Meiji Japanese Keyaki Merchant Tansu Chest with Iron Fittings

Located in Yonkers, NY

A Japanese Meiji merchant's tansu chest from the late 19th century with iron hardware. This late Meiji-period Japanese merchant’s chest, crafted from keyaki (Japanese elm) and adorne...

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

Materials

Iron

Fine Antique Korean Wedding Bandaji Chest Gyeonggi Do Joseon Dynasty
Fine Antique Korean Wedding Bandaji Chest Gyeonggi Do Joseon Dynasty

Fine Antique Korean Wedding Bandaji Chest Gyeonggi Do Joseon Dynasty

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Korean Bandaji Chest circa late 19th century toward the end of Joseon Dynasty from Gyeonggi Do. Bandaji is known as drop front half opening chest and was traditionally used to stor...

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Antique 19th Century Korean Other Furniture

Materials

Brass

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

20th Century Japanese Tokyo Tansu Chest in Two Parts

Located in Torino, IT

This 20th-century Japanese Tokyo Tansu chest for clothing produced at the beginning of the Taisho period it’s an example of furniture characteristic of this period in Japan and in vo...

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20th Century Japanese Taisho Furniture

Materials

Iron

Japanese Meiji Period Tansu Chest in the Sendai Dansu Style Made of Keyaki Wood
Japanese Meiji Period Tansu Chest in the Sendai Dansu Style Made of Keyaki Wood

Japanese Meiji Period Tansu Chest in the Sendai Dansu Style Made of Keyaki Wood

Located in Torino, IT

This 19th-century Japanese Tansu clothing chest produced in the Meiji period is made of Japanese cedar wood (cryptomeria Japonica) in its inner parts, while for the outer parts it is...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

Materials

Iron

Antique Tansu Cabinet Stand with Brass Accent with Slideout Lock
Antique Tansu Cabinet Stand with Brass Accent with Slideout Lock

Antique Tansu Cabinet Stand with Brass Accent with Slideout Lock

$1,036Sale Price|20% Off

H 25 in W 22 in D 12 in

Antique Tansu Cabinet Stand with Brass Accent with Slideout Lock

Located in Seattle, WA

Amazing old cabinet. Beautiful burl wood, metal fixture, even a fish design lock. Looks to be Japanese characters on the back. Measures: 22” wide 25” tall 12” deep.

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Antique Early 1900s Tibetan Side Tables

Materials

Ash

Large Chinese Carved and Lacquered Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
Large Chinese Carved and Lacquered Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century

Large Chinese Carved and Lacquered Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A large and magnificent near life-sized Chinese carved and lacquered wood figure of a Buddha, Qing Dynasty, 19th century or earlier, southern China. The figure likely represents ...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Wood

Framed Antique Japanese Embroidery Fukusa Textile Panel
Framed Antique Japanese Embroidery Fukusa Textile Panel

Framed Antique Japanese Embroidery Fukusa Textile Panel

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Japanese silk Fukusa Panel housed in a gilt frame circa late 19th century of Meiji Period. Fukusa is a traditional Japanese textile art used as a wrap for presenting gifts at impor...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Textiles

Materials

Silk, Wood

20th Century Vintage Jewelry Storage Mahogany Tansu Chest with Original Lock
20th Century Vintage Jewelry Storage Mahogany Tansu Chest with Original Lock

20th Century Vintage Jewelry Storage Mahogany Tansu Chest with Original Lock

Located in Lomita, CA

This is slightly larger than many so-called "tansu" chests, which were originally traditional Japanese mobile storage units, often made of wood, featuring intricate joinery and iron ...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass

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Paper Tansu For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the paper tansu you’re looking for. A paper tansu — often made from wood, paper and elm — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without a paper tansu — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century.

How Much is a Paper Tansu?

Prices for a paper tansu start at $1,550 and top out at $7,000 with the average selling for $3,209.

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