Asian Cabinets

A sculptural Maitland-Smith tessellated stone cabinet designed in the form of a stack of books, dating to 1992 and produced in the Philippines. This highly decorative yet functional ...

Vintage Meiji style Tansu step chest, etagere or storage cabinet. Made from beautiful elm with traditional staircase form. The cabinet is double side...

This is a Japanese antique drawer chest, believed to date from the late Edo period to early Meiji period circa 1800s to 1900s. Constructed from solid wood and finished in a deep tim...

This piece is a Japanese sliding door cabinet crafted during the Meiji period to the early Taisho period. It is constructed from cedar wood, a material deeply rooted in Japanese arch...

This Japanese cha dansu tea cabinet was crafted during the Taisho to early Showa period and is made from richly grained keyaki (zelkova wood), one of the most prized hardwoods in tra...

This exceptional Japanese mizuya tansu dates to the Meiji period, circa 1860s to 1900s, and is crafted from solid cedar wood. It embodies the quiet refinement of traditional Japanese...

This is a large antique Tansu made in Japan. It was crafted during the Meiji period (1860s–1900s) and is made of cedar wood. The soft grain characteristic of cedar and the wood surfa...

Overview This minimalist Japanese cabinet (Tansu) from the Meiji era is a masterclass in geometric precision and organic texture. Traditionally used as a storage chest, this piece ha...

A beautifully balanced Japanese antique storage cabinet crafted in Japan during the Taishō to early Shōwa period. Made primarily from Japanese cedar (sugi) and other native woods, th...

Antique Japanese tansu cabinet crafted in Japan during the Meiji period (late 19th to early 20th century). The sliding doors are made o...

This is an antique cabinet from Japan. It is a piece of furniture with a refined and quiet presence, creating a calm atmosphere simply by being placed in a space. Its unadorned, simp...

Description This exceptional Japanese tansu (chest of drawers) from the Meiji era (late 19th century) transcends its original functional purpose to become a striking piece of "accide...

Overview This exceptional 19th-century Japanese Mizuya Tansu (traditional kitchen cabinet) is a striking example of Meiji-era craftsmanship, blending functional storage with a bold, ...

This is an antique Japanese chest of drawers. It features a simple design with only carved handles. It is a very old chest of drawers, and while it remains largely in its original c...

A Versatile Ceder Wood Cabinet Featuring a Rare Architectural Grid Back, Perfect as a Room Divider. This exceptional Mizuya Dansu (traditional Japanese kitchen chest) dates to the M...

Description This exceptional Japanese merchant’s chest (Tansu), dating from the Meiji Period (late 19th century), is a masterclass in understated elegance and functional art. Unlike ...

This striking Japanese Tansu (chest of drawers) dates back to the Meiji Period (late 19th century) and is a masterclass in functional elegance. Crafted from solid Sugi (Japanese Ceda...

New finds from a long-established hardware shop in Ibaraki pref., Japan. Single tier Mizuya tansu is made from premium quality, reddish Sugi Cedar, the product of circa 1870s to 190...

This large Japanese tansu was crafted in the early 1900s and reflects a restrained yet powerful approach to utilitarian furniture. Made from solid cedar wood, the piece combines stru...

The ikat pattern is one of the most richly layered textile traditions in the decorative arts — a design born in the dyeing of threads before weaving, characterized by its soft-edged ...

This small Chinese storage cabinet from the late 19th century has a classic design that feels timeless and sophisticated. The low cabinet is crafted of northern elm (yumu) with morti...

Vintage Chinese Apothecary Cabinet, Painted Calligraphy, 10 Drawers Offered for sale is a vintage Chinese apothecary cabinet with handwritten calligraphy with each drawer describing...

This Japanese antique mizuya cabinet was crafted during the early years of the Bunsei era (1818–1830) in the late Edo period, making it approximately 200 years old. Measuring 33.9” W...

This Japanese chadansu (tea cabinet) dates to the Early Showa period, circa 1930. Traditionally placed in the main living area of the home, a chadansu functioned much like a living-...

This is an antique Japanese Tansu. Judging by the condition of the metal parts, it appears to be quite old, likely dating to the Edo period. It has been carefully maintained to pres...

This Japanese mizuya cabinet was crafted during the Taisho period, circa 1920. At approximately three shaku wide (about 90 cm / 35.4 inches), this dimension represents a traditional...

This is an antique Japanese storage cabinet. It was made during the Taishō period (1912–1926) and crafted from high-quality chestnut wood, prized for its beautiful grain. Over many d...

This Japanese apothecary cabinet dates from the late Meiji to Taisho period (circa early 20th century) and was originally used in a medical clinic. Designed for the careful storage a...

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...

Inspired by vintage 1930s Art Deco designs, the Crate x Athena "Honore" tall cerused oak cabinet features subtle ridge detailing, glass-panel upper doors, stretcher bar supports and ...

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...

Antique apothecary cabinet in dark wood with 69 drawers and brass fittings. Korean style from around 1910. Decorative and characterful storage furniture. — Origin: Korea / East Asia...

This is a rattan pagoda form rattan cabinet. It has two doors that open to shelving. The body is 26.5”L. This piece is unmarked and in very good condition.

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...

This Japanese cabinet with drawers and sliding doors is an attractive eye-catcher for any interior. Crafted from solid wood, it boasts a beautiful, we...

This cabinet is made in the chinoiserie style. It's been lacquered in black and is hand painted. It has 2 doors that open up to open space for lots of hidden storage. The cabinets h...

This Japanese sliding-door cabinet (cha tansu) was crafted during the early Showa Period (1926–1945) in hinoki cypress, a wood valued for its fine grain, durability, and calming natu...

This is a large antique Tansu chest from Japan, crafted during the Meiji period (1860s–1900s). Made with Japanese cedar and finished with great care, it has endured for over a centur...

Paulownia furniture has long been cherished in Japanese homes. This wooden chest of drawers, crafted from the Taisho era through the early Showa period, inherits the warm texture and...

This storage furniture, known as a "kurumanagamochi" (cartridge), has been used in Japan since ancient times. Made primarily from pine and cedar, it was commonly used in the Tohoku r...

Japanese antique 2 tier mid size Mizuya tansu chest with 9 drawers. Made of premium quality Sugi cedar solid wood boards. The product of circa 1900s to 1930 (late Meiji to early Show...

Fine Mid 19th century Korean Tansu Nong Bandaji tallboy chest. Made from Zelkova Elm frame with brass accents. Acquired from Moby Dicks Maritime Antiques in the 1970s. The Korean ...

A Chinese alter cabinet in the Qing Dynasty style. 20th Century. 39.5 inches wide. 21 inches high. 16.5 inches deep.

This Japanese glass cabinet was crafted during the early Showa Period (1926–1945) in sugi (Japanese cedar) and finished with black cashew lacquer. The smooth, matte black surface cre...

A Japanese antique small cabinet with a removable front panel, dating to the Edo period (late 18th–mid 19th century). Constructed from high-quality sugi (Japanese cedar), the surfac...

This is a vertical wooden storage cabinet made of Japanese cedar in the first half of the 20th century. Although it is unknown where it was used, its appearance oozes a beauty that transcends practical use. The rustic feel of the material and its quiet presence give it a nostalgic warmth not found in modern furniture. This piece is made entirely of solid Japanese cedar, and the simple and disciplined structure of the vertical cleats, especially on the doors, and the cedar planks passed horizontally and overlapping from the reverse side, bring a perfect balance and rhythm to the overall look of the piece. This kind of design reveals a uniquely Japanese sense of design. The deep candy-colored texture created by the aging process is a taste that only antique pieces can have. The subtle changes in color from suntanning and areas touched by the hand tell a quiet story of the passage of time. The doors are simple and close with small wooden stoppers, preserving the practicality and warmth of the past. The shelves are securely fastened and provide ample storage capacity. Books, clothes, daily necessities, and various other items can be beautifully organized. The backs and shelves are stained and worn from use, and there are also some holes repaired on the sides and small chips. In a modern living space, this shelf can be used as a shelf in a study, as an accent in a living room, or as a quiet corner of a room where one spends quiet time alone, bringing a sense of calmness and flavor to the entire space. These long, locker-like proportions of antique shelves...

A striking antique Japanese display cabinet crafted in richly toned hardwood and finished in a deep red lacquer. The cabinet is beautifully detailed throughout with finely carved pan...

This Japanese cabinet with sliding glass doors and drawers dates to the Early Showa period (circa 1930). Constructed primarily of Japanese sen wood, it carries a composed and quietl...

A beautiful, Ming dynasty style scholar's cabinet. The doors and side panels are all solid single boards set with mitered, tenon and mortise construction. Two exterior and interior d...

This is an old large Tansu made in Japan. This furniture was made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). The material used is cedar wood. The iron metal fittings in the center add an...

A beautiful and extremely well made antique Oriental lacquered chinoiserie cabinet. This was made in East Asia, probably China & it dates from the early-mid 19th century likely aroun...

The rhombus — or diamond — is among the most architecturally satisfying forms in the decorative arts: four equal sides, perfect symmetry, and an inherent visual tension that makes it...

New finds from Tohoku area, Japan. This single tier Mizuya tansu is made from premium quality, reddish Sugi Cedar. The product of circa 1870s to 1900s (Meiji to early Taisho period)...

This two-door side cabinet has a classic, square-corner design with clean lines and minimal decoration. The small cabinet is crafted of elm with traditional joinery methods, faced wi...

Teak Wall Mounted Storage Cabinet circa 1970 Manufacturer Stamp on the Back Unique floating wall mounted storage cabinets. Easily mounted. Teak with tambour sliding doors. Two stora...

The Lemieux Et Cie Avenir Dresser in Mappa Burl seamlessly blends timeless beauty with functional design. Inspired by the refined simplicity of Milo Baughman and T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbin...

This antique large Mizuya Tansu was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868–1912). Its simple sliding panel doors and dark, timeworn finish reflect the quiet beauty of wabi-sabi. The surface...

from Kanto area, Japan. This 2 tier, wooden glass cabinet is a product of 1930s - 50s (early Showa period) estimate from the style, material & conditions. it's still durable ...

During winter in the colder provinces of China, life revolved around the kang, a heated brick platform that harnessed warmth from the kitchen fire. Used while seated atop the kang, l...

The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by ...