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Japanese Tansu Chests
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful pair of Japanese Tansu chests. These are out of a great Palm Springs estate. These are
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20th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

  • Japanese Tansu Chests
  • Japanese Tansu Chests
  • Japanese Tansu Chests
  • Japanese Tansu Chests

Japanese Tansu Chests

H 27.5 in W 45.25 in D 17.5 in
Keyaki Wood Tansu Chest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Late 19th century tansu chest from Japan made of Keyaki wood and iron hardware. Chest has multiple
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

  • Keyaki Wood Tansu Chest
  • Keyaki Wood Tansu Chest
  • Keyaki Wood Tansu Chest
  • Keyaki Wood Tansu Chest

Keyaki Wood Tansu Chest

H 22.5 in W 26.25 in D 12.5 in
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
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

  • 19th Century Japanese Tansu Chest
  • 19th Century Japanese Tansu Chest
  • 19th Century Japanese Tansu Chest
  • 19th Century Japanese Tansu Chest

19th Century Japanese Tansu Chest

H 42 in W 37 in D 18 in
Japanese Burled Elm Tansu Chest
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Japanese Meiji period elm wood tansu chest, early 20th century. With a black painted top above 4
Category

Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

  • Japanese Burled Elm Tansu Chest
  • Japanese Burled Elm Tansu Chest
  • Japanese Burled Elm Tansu Chest
  • Japanese Burled Elm Tansu Chest

Japanese Burled Elm Tansu Chest

H 36 in W 38.75 in D 17.5 in
Cedar and Pine Tansu Chest, Japan, circa 1890
Located in Culver City, CA
Cedar and Pine Tansu Chest Japan, circa 1890 34.25”l x 18”d x 38.25”h.
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar, Pine

  • Cedar and Pine Tansu Chest, Japan, circa 1890
  • Cedar and Pine Tansu Chest, Japan, circa 1890
  • Cedar and Pine Tansu Chest, Japan, circa 1890
  • Cedar and Pine Tansu Chest, Japan, circa 1890

Cedar and Pine Tansu Chest, Japan, circa 1890

H 38.25 in W 34.25 in D 18 in
Japanese Taishō Period Early 20th Century Tansu Chest with Five Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Taisho period antique tansu chest from the early 20th century with five drawers and iron
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

  • Japanese Taishō Period Early 20th Century Tansu Chest with Five Drawers
  • Japanese Taishō Period Early 20th Century Tansu Chest with Five Drawers
  • Japanese Taishō Period Early 20th Century Tansu Chest with Five Drawers
  • Japanese Taishō Period Early 20th Century Tansu Chest with Five Drawers

Japanese Taishō Period Early 20th Century Tansu Chest with Five Drawers

H 39 in W 36 in D 24 in
Japanese Meiji Period Late 19th Century Tansu Chest in Sendai Isho-Dansu Style
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Meiji period tansu chest from the late 19th century in the Sendai Isho-dansu style, with
Category

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

Materials

Wood

  • Japanese Meiji Period Late 19th Century Tansu Chest in Sendai Isho-Dansu Style
  • Japanese Meiji Period Late 19th Century Tansu Chest in Sendai Isho-Dansu Style
  • Japanese Meiji Period Late 19th Century Tansu Chest in Sendai Isho-Dansu Style
  • Japanese Meiji Period Late 19th Century Tansu Chest in Sendai Isho-Dansu Style

Japanese Meiji Period Late 19th Century Tansu Chest in Sendai Isho-Dansu Style

H 47 in W 35 in D 16.75 in
Japanese Meiji Period 19th Century Black and Brown Tansu Chest with Nine Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Meiji period two-toned tansu chest from the 19th century with black and brown finish
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

  • Japanese Meiji Period 19th Century Black and Brown Tansu Chest with Nine Drawers
  • Japanese Meiji Period 19th Century Black and Brown Tansu Chest with Nine Drawers
  • Japanese Meiji Period 19th Century Black and Brown Tansu Chest with Nine Drawers
  • Japanese Meiji Period 19th Century Black and Brown Tansu Chest with Nine Drawers

Japanese Meiji Period 19th Century Black and Brown Tansu Chest with Nine Drawers

H 39.5 in W 46 in D 15 in
3 Fabulous 20th Century Japanese style Stacking Tansu Chest of Drawers
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Pemberton, NJ
3 fabulous 20th-century Japanese-style stacking Tansu chests of drawers. Each section can be used
Category

Mid-20th Century American Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

  • 3 Fabulous 20th Century Japanese style Stacking Tansu Chest of Drawers
  • 3 Fabulous 20th Century Japanese style Stacking Tansu Chest of Drawers
  • 3 Fabulous 20th Century Japanese style Stacking Tansu Chest of Drawers
  • 3 Fabulous 20th Century Japanese style Stacking Tansu Chest of Drawers

3 Fabulous 20th Century Japanese style Stacking Tansu Chest of Drawers

H 85.25 in W 38 in D 18.25 in
All Original C. 1850 Japanese Tansu Chest, 2 Parts
Located in Chicago, IL
stands. When separated, the two drawer sets make excellent side chests. Japanese storage tansu chests
Category

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

Materials

Pine

  • All Original C. 1850 Japanese Tansu Chest, 2 Parts
  • All Original C. 1850 Japanese Tansu Chest, 2 Parts
  • All Original C. 1850 Japanese Tansu Chest, 2 Parts
  • All Original C. 1850 Japanese Tansu Chest, 2 Parts

All Original C. 1850 Japanese Tansu Chest, 2 Parts

H 41.5 in W 35.75 in D 18.5 in
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
Category

20th Century Japanese Taisho Furniture

Materials

Iron

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

20th Century Japanese Tokyo Tansu Chest in Two Parts

H 41 in W 40.5 in D 16 in
Late 19th Century Japanese Ko Tansu Chest
Located in Sacramento, CA
Late 19th century Japanese Ko Tansu wooden chest of drawers. The chest has five drawers and one
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

  • Late 19th Century Japanese Ko Tansu Chest
  • Late 19th Century Japanese Ko Tansu Chest
  • Late 19th Century Japanese Ko Tansu Chest
  • Late 19th Century Japanese Ko Tansu Chest

Late 19th Century Japanese Ko Tansu Chest

H 23.25 in W 21 in D 11 in
Korean Elm Tansu Chest with Brass Hardware
Located in New York, NY
Korean elm chest with original brass hardware. The chest has a nice patina. Inside has three pull
Category

Antique 1890s Korean Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

  • Korean Elm Tansu Chest with Brass Hardware
  • Korean Elm Tansu Chest with Brass Hardware
  • Korean Elm Tansu Chest with Brass Hardware
  • Korean Elm Tansu Chest with Brass Hardware

Korean Elm Tansu Chest with Brass Hardware

H 24 in W 27.5 in D 13 in
Rare C. 1850 Antique Japanese 2-Part Tansu Chest with Original Patina
Located in Chicago, IL
Japanese storage tansu chests were used to hold clothing and other personal effects in a 19th
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Dressers

Materials

Pine

  • Rare C. 1850 Antique Japanese 2-Part Tansu Chest with Original Patina
  • Rare C. 1850 Antique Japanese 2-Part Tansu Chest with Original Patina
  • Rare C. 1850 Antique Japanese 2-Part Tansu Chest with Original Patina
  • Rare C. 1850 Antique Japanese 2-Part Tansu Chest with Original Patina

Rare C. 1850 Antique Japanese 2-Part Tansu Chest with Original Patina

H 41.5 in W 36.5 in D 18 in
Japanese Meiji Period 19th Century Tansu Chest with Sliding Chest and Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
Japanese Meiji period Tansu clothing chest from the 19th century with two sliding doors, six
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

  • Japanese Meiji Period 19th Century Tansu Chest with Sliding Chest and Drawers
  • Japanese Meiji Period 19th Century Tansu Chest with Sliding Chest and Drawers
  • Japanese Meiji Period 19th Century Tansu Chest with Sliding Chest and Drawers
  • Japanese Meiji Period 19th Century Tansu Chest with Sliding Chest and Drawers

Japanese Meiji Period 19th Century Tansu Chest with Sliding Chest and Drawers

H 30.25 in W 35.25 in D 16.25 in
A Large Two Section Cedar Wabi Sabi Japanese Tansu/Chest Of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A large heavily patinated two part Japanese Meiji period tansu. Constructed in cedar with brass
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass, Iron

  • A Large Two Section Cedar Wabi Sabi Japanese Tansu/Chest Of Drawers
  • A Large Two Section Cedar Wabi Sabi Japanese Tansu/Chest Of Drawers
  • A Large Two Section Cedar Wabi Sabi Japanese Tansu/Chest Of Drawers
  • A Large Two Section Cedar Wabi Sabi Japanese Tansu/Chest Of Drawers

A Large Two Section Cedar Wabi Sabi Japanese Tansu/Chest Of Drawers

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H 38.39 in W 37.01 in D 16.93 in
Fine and Large Keyaki Wood Iron Mounted Tansu Chest with 8 Drawers
Located in San Francisco, CA
An outstanding Meiji period Japanese keyaki wood (elm) tansu of large size with 8 drawers, 3 large
Category

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

Materials

Iron

  • Fine and Large Keyaki Wood Iron Mounted Tansu Chest with 8 Drawers
  • Fine and Large Keyaki Wood Iron Mounted Tansu Chest with 8 Drawers
  • Fine and Large Keyaki Wood Iron Mounted Tansu Chest with 8 Drawers
  • Fine and Large Keyaki Wood Iron Mounted Tansu Chest with 8 Drawers

Fine and Large Keyaki Wood Iron Mounted Tansu Chest with 8 Drawers

H 34.75 in W 57 in D 17.5 in
Japanese Taishō Tansu Chest in Isho-Dansu Style with Six Drawers and Safe
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Taisho period single section tansu clothing chest from the early 20th century in Isho
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

  • Japanese Taishō Tansu Chest in Isho-Dansu Style with Six Drawers and Safe
  • Japanese Taishō Tansu Chest in Isho-Dansu Style with Six Drawers and Safe
  • Japanese Taishō Tansu Chest in Isho-Dansu Style with Six Drawers and Safe
  • Japanese Taishō Tansu Chest in Isho-Dansu Style with Six Drawers and Safe

Japanese Taishō Tansu Chest in Isho-Dansu Style with Six Drawers and Safe

H 40 in W 36 in D 15.5 in
Dark Brown Antique Wooden Tansu Dresser Chest
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Taisho period zebra wood tansu chest from the early 20th century with four drawers
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

  • Dark Brown Antique Wooden Tansu Dresser Chest
  • Dark Brown Antique Wooden Tansu Dresser Chest
  • Dark Brown Antique Wooden Tansu Dresser Chest
  • Dark Brown Antique Wooden Tansu Dresser Chest

Dark Brown Antique Wooden Tansu Dresser Chest

H 34.5 in W 33.75 in D 16.25 in
Japanese Meiji Zebra Wood Tansu Chest in Isho-Dansu Style with Five Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Meiji period single section tansu clothing chest from the late 19th century in Isho
Category

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

Materials

Iron

  • Japanese Meiji Zebra Wood Tansu Chest in Isho-Dansu Style with Five Drawers
  • Japanese Meiji Zebra Wood Tansu Chest in Isho-Dansu Style with Five Drawers
  • Japanese Meiji Zebra Wood Tansu Chest in Isho-Dansu Style with Five Drawers
  • Japanese Meiji Zebra Wood Tansu Chest in Isho-Dansu Style with Five Drawers

Japanese Meiji Zebra Wood Tansu Chest in Isho-Dansu Style with Five Drawers

H 37.25 in W 35.25 in D 16.5 in
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
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji 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
  • 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

H 35 in W 45.5 in D 20.5 in
Japanese 19th Century Meiji Period Brown and Black Tansu Clothing Chest
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Japanese Meiji period tansu clothing chest from the 19th century, with black and brown
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

  • Japanese 19th Century Meiji Period Brown and Black Tansu Clothing Chest
  • Japanese 19th Century Meiji Period Brown and Black Tansu Clothing Chest
  • Japanese 19th Century Meiji Period Brown and Black Tansu Clothing Chest
  • Japanese 19th Century Meiji Period Brown and Black Tansu Clothing Chest

Japanese 19th Century Meiji Period Brown and Black Tansu Clothing Chest

H 37.5 in W 35.5 in D 16.75 in
Japanese 19th Century Keyaki Wood Isho Dansu Clothing Chest with Iron Hardware
Located in Yonkers, NY
Japanese keyaki wood 19th century double section Sendai clothing tansu chest will bring an exotic touch to
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

  • Japanese 19th Century Keyaki Wood Isho Dansu Clothing Chest with Iron Hardware
  • Japanese 19th Century Keyaki Wood Isho Dansu Clothing Chest with Iron Hardware
  • Japanese 19th Century Keyaki Wood Isho Dansu Clothing Chest with Iron Hardware
  • Japanese 19th Century Keyaki Wood Isho Dansu Clothing Chest with Iron Hardware

Japanese 19th Century Keyaki Wood Isho Dansu Clothing Chest with Iron Hardware

H 34.75 in W 42 in D 16.75 in
Vintage Ebonized Chinoiserie Chest
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fantastic mid-century Chinoiserie/Tansu chest combining eastern aesthetic influences with western
Category

Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Brass

  • Vintage Ebonized Chinoiserie Chest
  • Vintage Ebonized Chinoiserie Chest
  • Vintage Ebonized Chinoiserie Chest
  • Vintage Ebonized Chinoiserie Chest

Vintage Ebonized Chinoiserie Chest

H 26 in W 33 in D 18 in
Japanese Meiji Period Late 19th Century Isho-Dansu Chest with Iron Hardware
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Japanese Meiji period two-part tansu chest from the late 19th century with dark red
Category

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

Materials

Iron

  • Japanese Meiji Period Late 19th Century Isho-Dansu Chest with Iron Hardware
  • Japanese Meiji Period Late 19th Century Isho-Dansu Chest with Iron Hardware
  • Japanese Meiji Period Late 19th Century Isho-Dansu Chest with Iron Hardware
  • Japanese Meiji Period Late 19th Century Isho-Dansu Chest with Iron Hardware

Japanese Meiji Period Late 19th Century Isho-Dansu Chest with Iron Hardware

H 41.5 in W 36 in D 17.5 in
"Mosaic" Chest of Drawers, by Vicente Wolf
By Vicente Wolf
Located in New York, NY
A Tansu chest with five drawers, by New York interior designer Vicente Wolf. This one of a kind
Category

2010s Indonesian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass, Bronze

  • "Mosaic" Chest of Drawers, by Vicente Wolf
  • "Mosaic" Chest of Drawers, by Vicente Wolf
  • "Mosaic" Chest of Drawers, by Vicente Wolf
  • "Mosaic" Chest of Drawers, by Vicente Wolf

"Mosaic" Chest of Drawers, by Vicente Wolf

H 48.5 in W 34 in D 19 in
Pair of 19th Century Japanese Choba Tansu on Custom Steel Stands
Located in Chicago, IL
Tansu chests. Crafted from exquisite pine and fine iron fittings and hardware, each chest represents the
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Steel, Iron

  • Pair of 19th Century Japanese Choba Tansu on Custom Steel Stands
  • Pair of 19th Century Japanese Choba Tansu on Custom Steel Stands
  • Pair of 19th Century Japanese Choba Tansu on Custom Steel Stands
  • Pair of 19th Century Japanese Choba Tansu on Custom Steel Stands

Pair of 19th Century Japanese Choba Tansu on Custom Steel Stands

H 24.75 in W 34.75 in D 16.5 in
Japanese 19th Century Lacquered Sendai Clothing Tansu with Elaborate Hardware
Located in Yonkers, NY
elaborate handcut iron hardware. Born during the 19th century, this wooden Tansu chest is a fine example of
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Iron

  • Japanese 19th Century Lacquered Sendai Clothing Tansu with Elaborate Hardware
  • Japanese 19th Century Lacquered Sendai Clothing Tansu with Elaborate Hardware
  • Japanese 19th Century Lacquered Sendai Clothing Tansu with Elaborate Hardware
  • Japanese 19th Century Lacquered Sendai Clothing Tansu with Elaborate Hardware

Japanese 19th Century Lacquered Sendai Clothing Tansu with Elaborate Hardware

H 45.5 in W 45 in D 17 in
19th Century Japanese Kimono Chest or Tansu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An antique two-part Japanese tansu kimono chest of drawers. In good condition original finish.
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

  • 19th Century Japanese Kimono Chest or Tansu
  • 19th Century Japanese Kimono Chest or Tansu
  • 19th Century Japanese Kimono Chest or Tansu
  • 19th Century Japanese Kimono Chest or Tansu

19th Century Japanese Kimono Chest or Tansu

H 46.75 in W 37 in D 16.5 in
Antique Japanese Tansu Campaign Style Clothing Chest
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an antique Asian Tansu campaign style stacking clothing chest. It has a lacquered burnt
Category

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

Materials

Iron

  • Antique Japanese Tansu Campaign Style Clothing Chest
  • Antique Japanese Tansu Campaign Style Clothing Chest
  • Antique Japanese Tansu Campaign Style Clothing Chest
  • Antique Japanese Tansu Campaign Style Clothing Chest

Antique Japanese Tansu Campaign Style Clothing Chest

H 41 in W 34 in D 16 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
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Korean Other Blanket Chests

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
  • Antique Korean Tansu Elm Wood Chest with Brass Trim

Antique Korean Tansu Elm Wood Chest with Brass Trim

H 34.5 in W 42.5 in D 18.5 in
Japanese Meiji 19th Century Cha Tansu Kiri Wood Tea Cabinet with Doors, Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
tansu chest is made of kiri wood (also known as Paulownia Tomentosa or Princess Tree), a Japanese wood
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Brass, Iron

  • Japanese Meiji 19th Century Cha Tansu Kiri Wood Tea Cabinet with Doors, Drawers
  • Japanese Meiji 19th Century Cha Tansu Kiri Wood Tea Cabinet with Doors, Drawers
  • Japanese Meiji 19th Century Cha Tansu Kiri Wood Tea Cabinet with Doors, Drawers
  • Japanese Meiji 19th Century Cha Tansu Kiri Wood Tea Cabinet with Doors, Drawers

Japanese Meiji 19th Century Cha Tansu Kiri Wood Tea Cabinet with Doors, Drawers

H 56 in W 35.5 in D 15.5 in
HENREDON Asian Japanese Tansu Campaign Style Extra Large Gentleman's Chest
By Henredon
Located in Charlotte, NC
An extra tall gentleman's chest in the Japanese Tansu Campaign style by Henredon. Mahogany with
Category

Late 20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

  • HENREDON Asian Japanese Tansu Campaign Style Extra Large Gentleman's Chest
  • HENREDON Asian Japanese Tansu Campaign Style Extra Large Gentleman's Chest
  • HENREDON Asian Japanese Tansu Campaign Style Extra Large Gentleman's Chest
  • HENREDON Asian Japanese Tansu Campaign Style Extra Large Gentleman's Chest

HENREDON Asian Japanese Tansu Campaign Style Extra Large Gentleman's Chest

H 78.25 in W 40 in D 20 in
Fantastic Pair Baker Modern Asian Tansu Bachelors Chest Chinoiserie Mid-Century
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Amazingly beautiful pair of Japanese Tansu bachelors chests by Baker. Dark stained oak with
Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

  • Fantastic Pair Baker Modern Asian Tansu Bachelors Chest Chinoiserie Mid-Century
  • Fantastic Pair Baker Modern Asian Tansu Bachelors Chest Chinoiserie Mid-Century
  • Fantastic Pair Baker Modern Asian Tansu Bachelors Chest Chinoiserie Mid-Century
  • Fantastic Pair Baker Modern Asian Tansu Bachelors Chest Chinoiserie Mid-Century

Fantastic Pair Baker Modern Asian Tansu Bachelors Chest Chinoiserie Mid-Century

H 27.25 in W 38 in D 19.5 in
Japanese Antique Tansu 1860s-1900s / Chest of Drawer Cabinet Wabisabi Mingei
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese drawer. The furniture dates from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is made of paulownia wood, a high quality material. These drawers are rustic, simple and be...
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

  • Japanese Antique Tansu 1860s-1900s / Chest of Drawer Cabinet Wabisabi Mingei
  • Japanese Antique Tansu 1860s-1900s / Chest of Drawer Cabinet Wabisabi Mingei
  • Japanese Antique Tansu 1860s-1900s / Chest of Drawer Cabinet Wabisabi Mingei
  • Japanese Antique Tansu 1860s-1900s / Chest of Drawer Cabinet Wabisabi Mingei

Japanese Antique Tansu 1860s-1900s / Chest of Drawer Cabinet Wabisabi Mingei

H 31.89 in W 31.11 in D 15.95 in
Japanese Antique Wooden Small Drawer/1750-1850/Wabisabi Storage Chest/Tansu
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
A very old Japanese small drawer. It is from the late Edo period (1750s-1850s). It is made of zelkova wood. The zelkova tree is a very hard wood with a beautiful grain that has be...
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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

  • Japanese Antique Wooden Small Drawer/1750-1850/Wabisabi Storage Chest/Tansu
  • Japanese Antique Wooden Small Drawer/1750-1850/Wabisabi Storage Chest/Tansu
  • Japanese Antique Wooden Small Drawer/1750-1850/Wabisabi Storage Chest/Tansu
  • Japanese Antique Wooden Small Drawer/1750-1850/Wabisabi Storage Chest/Tansu

Japanese Antique Wooden Small Drawer/1750-1850/Wabisabi Storage Chest/Tansu

H 12.41 in W 17.64 in D 13 in
Sendai Tansu, Meiji Period
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a very good example of a Meiji Period Sendai Tansu in Keyaki wood. This one-part tansu
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Antique 1880s Japanese Anglo-Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wrought Iron

  • Sendai Tansu, Meiji Period
  • Sendai Tansu, Meiji Period
  • Sendai Tansu, Meiji Period
  • Sendai Tansu, Meiji Period

Sendai Tansu, Meiji Period

H 36 in W 40.5 in D 19 in
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Chests of Drawers Wabi Sabi Storage Tansu
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese drawer. It is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is made of paulownia wood, which is very expensive today. The handles are made of iron. These ...
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

  • Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Chests of Drawers Wabi Sabi Storage Tansu
  • Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Chests of Drawers Wabi Sabi Storage Tansu
  • Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Chests of Drawers Wabi Sabi Storage Tansu
  • Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Chests of Drawers Wabi Sabi Storage Tansu

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Chests of Drawers Wabi Sabi Storage Tansu

H 15.36 in W 20.28 in D 13.78 in
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Chests of Drawers Wabi Sabi Storage Tansu
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese drawer. It is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is made of paulownia wood, which is very expensive today. The handles are made of iron. The drawer ...
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

  • Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Chests of Drawers Wabi Sabi Storage Tansu
  • Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Chests of Drawers Wabi Sabi Storage Tansu
  • Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Chests of Drawers Wabi Sabi Storage Tansu
  • Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Chests of Drawers Wabi Sabi Storage Tansu

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Chests of Drawers Wabi Sabi Storage Tansu

H 17.72 in W 25.01 in D 14.57 in
Japanese Antique Small Drawer / Cabinet Storage Tansu Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese small drawer. It was made in the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is made of cedar wood. The handles are made of iron. This drawer is rustic, simple and beautiful. T...
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

  • Japanese Antique Small Drawer / Cabinet Storage Tansu Wabisabi
  • Japanese Antique Small Drawer / Cabinet Storage Tansu Wabisabi
  • Japanese Antique Small Drawer / Cabinet Storage Tansu Wabisabi
  • Japanese Antique Small Drawer / Cabinet Storage Tansu Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Small Drawer / Cabinet Storage Tansu Wabisabi

H 23.63 in W 23.63 in D 14.18 in
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Storage Tansu Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). Material is cedar. The handles are made of iron. The design is simple and lean. It is a very ...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

  • Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Storage Tansu Wabisabi
  • Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Storage Tansu Wabisabi
  • Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Storage Tansu Wabisabi
  • Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Storage Tansu Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Storage Tansu Wabisabi

H 27.96 in W 29.53 in D 15.16 in
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). The material is cedar. The handles are made of iron. The design is simple and lean. It is a v...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

  • Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi
  • Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi
  • Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi
  • Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi

H 26.58 in W 27.17 in D 14.18 in
Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese small drawer. It was made in the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is made of cedar wood. The handles are made of iron. This drawer is rustic, simple and beautiful. T...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

  • Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu
  • Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu
  • Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu
  • Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu

Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu

H 15.95 in W 17.72 in D 14.18 in
Japanese Antique Huge Tansu 1800s-1860s / Storage Cabinet Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese wheeled Tansu. This Tansu is from the Edo period (1800s-1860s). Made of paulownia
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Cedar

  • Japanese Antique Huge Tansu 1800s-1860s / Storage Cabinet Sideboard Wabi Sabi
  • Japanese Antique Huge Tansu 1800s-1860s / Storage Cabinet Sideboard Wabi Sabi
  • Japanese Antique Huge Tansu 1800s-1860s / Storage Cabinet Sideboard Wabi Sabi
  • Japanese Antique Huge Tansu 1800s-1860s / Storage Cabinet Sideboard Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Huge Tansu 1800s-1860s / Storage Cabinet Sideboard Wabi Sabi

H 41.34 in W 62.21 in D 33.47 in
Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Cabinet
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). Material is cedar. The handles are made of iron. The passage of time has made this beautiful ...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

  • Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Cabinet
  • Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Cabinet
  • Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Cabinet
  • Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Cabinet

Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Cabinet

H 23.82 in W 23.82 in D 13.98 in
Japanese Antique Black Storage Box 1800s-1860s / Drawer Tansu Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old storage box made in Japan. This furniture is from the Edo period (1800s-1860s). It is made of paulownia wood. It has been smoked black. The soot has piled up and made this ...
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

  • Japanese Antique Black Storage Box 1800s-1860s / Drawer Tansu Wabisabi
  • Japanese Antique Black Storage Box 1800s-1860s / Drawer Tansu Wabisabi
  • Japanese Antique Black Storage Box 1800s-1860s / Drawer Tansu Wabisabi
  • Japanese Antique Black Storage Box 1800s-1860s / Drawer Tansu Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Black Storage Box 1800s-1860s / Drawer Tansu Wabisabi

H 13.59 in W 12.6 in D 17.72 in
Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Cabinet
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). Material is cedar. The handles are made of iron. It is a beautiful drawer that is tasteful an...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

  • Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Cabinet
  • Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Cabinet
  • Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Cabinet
  • Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Cabinet

Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Cabinet

H 20.67 in W 24.61 in D 13.98 in
Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese small drawer. This furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is made of chestnut and cedar wood. The round handles are made of iron. These drawers are r...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chestnut, Cedar

  • Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Wabisabi
  • Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Wabisabi
  • Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Wabisabi
  • Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Wabisabi

H 15.95 in W 15.95 in D 8.27 in
Japanese Antique Black Drawer 1860s-1900s / Wabi Sabi Tansu Cabinet
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese black drawer. It is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is made mainly of cedar wood. These drawers are beautifully finished in black lacquer. The design is si...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

  • Japanese Antique Black Drawer 1860s-1900s / Wabi Sabi Tansu Cabinet
  • Japanese Antique Black Drawer 1860s-1900s / Wabi Sabi Tansu Cabinet
  • Japanese Antique Black Drawer 1860s-1900s / Wabi Sabi Tansu Cabinet
  • Japanese Antique Black Drawer 1860s-1900s / Wabi Sabi Tansu Cabinet

Japanese Antique Black Drawer 1860s-1900s / Wabi Sabi Tansu Cabinet

H 20.87 in W 29.93 in D 12.6 in
Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Tansu 1860s-1900s / Storage Box Cabinet Sideboard
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese wheeled tansu. The furniture was made in the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

  • Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Tansu 1860s-1900s / Storage Box Cabinet Sideboard
  • Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Tansu 1860s-1900s / Storage Box Cabinet Sideboard
  • Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Tansu 1860s-1900s / Storage Box Cabinet Sideboard
  • Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Tansu 1860s-1900s / Storage Box Cabinet Sideboard

Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Tansu 1860s-1900s / Storage Box Cabinet Sideboard

H 31.11 in W 56.3 in D 24.41 in
Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese small drawer. It was made in the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is made of cedar wood. The handles are made of iron. This drawer is rustic, simple and beautiful. T...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

  • Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Wabisabi
  • Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Wabisabi
  • Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Wabisabi
  • Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Wabisabi

H 13 in W 17.52 in D 12.21 in
Japanese Antique Wabisabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Mingei
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese drawer. It dates from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is made of cedar wood. The handles are made of iron. These drawers are rustic, simple and beautiful. ...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

  • Japanese Antique Wabisabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Mingei
  • Japanese Antique Wabisabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Mingei
  • Japanese Antique Wabisabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Mingei
  • Japanese Antique Wabisabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Mingei

Japanese Antique Wabisabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Mingei

H 17.72 in W 22.64 in D 13.39 in
Rare Small Wabi Sabi Japanese Late Edo Period Drawers / Tansu
Located in London, GB
A beautifully worn late Edo period small set of drawers. Made of cedar with iron & brass hardware.
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Antique 19th Century Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

  • Rare Small Wabi Sabi Japanese Late Edo Period Drawers / Tansu
  • Rare Small Wabi Sabi Japanese Late Edo Period Drawers / Tansu
  • Rare Small Wabi Sabi Japanese Late Edo Period Drawers / Tansu
  • Rare Small Wabi Sabi Japanese Late Edo Period Drawers / Tansu

Rare Small Wabi Sabi Japanese Late Edo Period Drawers / Tansu

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H 8.47 in W 7.88 in D 12.01 in
Japanese Antique Black Large Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese drawer storage. The furniture dates from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is made of paulownia wood. The metal fittings on the handles are made of iron. The desi...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

  • Japanese Antique Black Large Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabi Sabi
  • Japanese Antique Black Large Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabi Sabi
  • Japanese Antique Black Large Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabi Sabi
  • Japanese Antique Black Large Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Black Large Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabi Sabi

H 55.91 in W 43.31 in D 19.69 in
Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Cabinet Mingei
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese drawer storage. It dates from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is made of cedar wood. The design is simple and lean. It is the ultimate in simplicity and is...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

  • Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Cabinet Mingei
  • Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Cabinet Mingei
  • Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Cabinet Mingei
  • Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Cabinet Mingei

Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Cabinet Mingei

H 21.86 in W 26.58 in D 18.71 in
Japanese Antique Small Wooden Black Drawer / 1800-1900 / Tansu Cabinet Storage
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
A very old Japanese small drawer. It is from the late Edo period to the Meiji period (1800s to 1900s). The material is made of cedar wood. The round handle is made of copper. The...
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

  • Japanese Antique Small Wooden Black Drawer / 1800-1900 / Tansu Cabinet Storage
  • Japanese Antique Small Wooden Black Drawer / 1800-1900 / Tansu Cabinet Storage
  • Japanese Antique Small Wooden Black Drawer / 1800-1900 / Tansu Cabinet Storage
  • Japanese Antique Small Wooden Black Drawer / 1800-1900 / Tansu Cabinet Storage

Japanese Antique Small Wooden Black Drawer / 1800-1900 / Tansu Cabinet Storage

H 14.18 in W 16.38 in D 9.85 in
Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Mingei
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese drawer. It is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is made of paulownia wood, which is very expensive today. The handles are made of iron. These ...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

  • Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Mingei
  • Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Mingei
  • Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Mingei
  • Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Mingei

Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Mingei

H 11.82 in W 29.73 in D 14.38 in
Japanese Tansu with White Sliding 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

  • Japanese Tansu with White Sliding Doors
  • Japanese Tansu with White Sliding Doors
  • Japanese Tansu with White Sliding Doors
  • Japanese Tansu with White Sliding Doors

Japanese Tansu with White Sliding Doors

H 28.75 in W 33.5 in D 14 in
Ogi Ishō, Dansu Japanese Two Pieces Tansu of Late Meiji Era
Located in Torino, IT
This early 20th century Japanese clothing chest from Sado Island produced in the late Meiji Era. It
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

Materials

Iron

  • Ogi Ishō, Dansu Japanese Two Pieces Tansu of Late Meiji Era
  • Ogi Ishō, Dansu Japanese Two Pieces Tansu of Late Meiji Era
  • Ogi Ishō, Dansu Japanese Two Pieces Tansu of Late Meiji Era
  • Ogi Ishō, Dansu Japanese Two Pieces Tansu of Late Meiji Era

Ogi Ishō, Dansu Japanese Two Pieces Tansu of Late Meiji Era

H 42 in W 32 in D 15 in
Rare Japanese Export Marquetry Cabinet with Drawers on Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
A piece of functional art made in Shizuoka for export to the western market, this Japanese chest
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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Cabinets

Materials

Brass

  • Rare Japanese Export Marquetry Cabinet with Drawers on Stand
  • Rare Japanese Export Marquetry Cabinet with Drawers on Stand
  • Rare Japanese Export Marquetry Cabinet with Drawers on Stand
  • Rare Japanese Export Marquetry Cabinet with Drawers on Stand

Rare Japanese Export Marquetry Cabinet with Drawers on Stand

H 61 in W 38 in D 18.5 in
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Tansu Chests For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of tansu chests available for sale. Each of these unique tansu chests was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and iron. Tansu chests have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of tansu chests to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Folk Art and Modern tansu chests are of considerable interest. Not every interior allows for large tansu chests, so small tansu chests measuring 12 inches across are available at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made tansu chests over the years, but those made by Henredon, Baker Furniture Company and American of Martinsville are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Tansu Chests?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $3,483, while they’re typically $425 on the low end and $11,000 highest priced.

Finding the Right Commodes and Chests of Drawers for You

Is it a commode or a chest of drawers?

Commode is the French term for a low chest of drawers, but it is also sometimes used to denote a piece with a particularly intricate design. The commode dates to circa 1700 France, where it was used as an alternative to a taller cabinet piece so as to not obscure paneled, mirrored or tapestried walls. Coffers, or chests, which were large wooden boxes with hinged lids and sometimes stood on ball feet, preceded chests of drawers, a fashionable cabinet furnishing that garnered acclaim for its obvious storage potential and versatility.

As time passed, French and British furniture makers led the way in the production of chests of drawers, and features like the integration of bronze and ornamental pulls became commonplace. Antique French commodes in the Louis XV style were sometimes crafted in mahogany or walnut, while an Italian marble top added a sophisticated decorative flourish. This specific type of case piece grew in popularity and double chests — tallboys and highboys, which were essentially one chest on top of another — followed.

So, what makes a chest of drawers different from a common dresser? Dressers are short, and chests of drawers are overall taller pieces of furniture that typically do not have room on the top for a mirror as most dressers do. Some chests of drawers have one column of four to six long drawers or three long drawers in their bottom section that are topped by a cluster of small side-by-side drawers on the top. To further complicate things, we sometimes refer to particularly short chests of drawers as nightstands.

Even though chests of drawers are commonly thought of as bedroom furniture to store clothing, these are adaptable pieces. A chest of drawers can house important documents — think of your walnut Art Deco commode as an upgrade to your filing cabinet. Nestle your chest near your home’s front door to store coats and other outerwear, while the top can be a place to drop your handbag. Add some flair to your kitchen, where this lovable case piece can hold pots, pans and even cookbooks.

When shopping for the right chest of drawers for your home, there are a few key things to consider: What will you be storing in it? How big a chest will you need? Speaking of size, don’t dream too big. If your space is on the smaller side, a more streamlined vintage mid-century modern chest of drawers, perhaps one designed by Paul McCobb or T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, may best suit your needs.

At 1stDibs, we make it easy to add style and storage to your home. Browse our collection of antique and vintage commodes and chests of drawers today.

Questions About Tansu Chests
  • What is a step Tansu?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A step Tansu is also known as a step Tansu chest. It originated in Japan with simplistic design and multi-purpose use. Step Tansu has a storage chest that doubles as a staircase to climb to higher-level rooms. Add aesthetic appeal to your home decor with a step Tansu chest or other storage pieces from 1stDibs.
  • What is a Tansu chest?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Tansu refers to Japanese portable storage chests. When tansu became a well-known feature of life in Japan — the chests’ emergence is said to be rooted in the Genroku era of the Edo period (1688–1704) — the country’s traditionally minimalist households had little to no proper seats, tables, or other pieces of furniture. Tansu were intended to be multipurpose cabinets. These case pieces were used to store things of everyday utility, such as clothing and various personal items. Tansu are regarded as collectible furniture with a timeless appeal. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary Tansu from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • What is a tansu chest used for?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A tansu chest is a Japanese cabinet designed for easy transportation and can store a variety of items, including clothes and personal items. Tansu chests often feature multiple compartments to keep items organized. Shop a selection of authentic tansu chests on 1stDibs.

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