Japanese Cabinets

This is an old Japanese wooden cabinet, believed to date from the Meiji to Taisho period, circa 1860s to 1920s. The front is composed of sliding doors arranged in two sections. The ...

This is an old Japanese wooden storage cabinet, believed to date from the Taisho to early Showa period, circa 1910s to 1940s. The front features four sliding doors arranged in a cle...

This is a Japanese antique drawer chest, believed to date from the late Edo period to the early Meiji period, circa 1800s to 1900s. Constructed from solid wood, this piece has a sim...

This is a large antique Japanese Tansu distinguished by its broad, stable proportions and its remarkably quiet presence, achieved through an almost complete absence of ornamentation....

This Japanese antique keyaki cabinet from the Late Meiji Era (1868–1912) is distinguished by its uncommon solid one-piece sliding doors, five practical drawers, and the quiet archite...

This cabinet dates to the Meiji period (1868–1912) in Japan and has been reimagined through a restrained contemporary intervention. The original wooden sliding doors have been caref...

This is an old Japanese wooden cabinet, believed to date from the early Showa period, circa 1920s to 1940s. The cabinet is made from keyaki, Japanese zelkova wood, a highly valued h...

This large Japanese Tansu cabinet is believed to have been crafted during the late Meiji to early Taisho period. Among traditional Japanese storage furniture, examples of this scale...

This Japanese antique stacking cabinet was crafted during the Taisho Era (1912–1926). Combining solid keyaki (Japanese zelkova), lattice panels fitted with traditional Nishinouchi wa...

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 exceptional Japanese mizuya tansu dates to the Meiji period, circa 1860s to 1900s, and is crafted from solid cedar wood. It represents a refined example of traditional Japanese ...

This Japanese small cabinet was crafted during the Taisho to early Showa period and is made from richly grained keyaki (Japanese zelkova wood),...

This large cabinet is a one-of-a-kind piece created by restoring an original Japanese tansu from the Edo period and reimagining it with custom-made sliding doors clad in reclaimed an...

This Japanese antique storage cabinet was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868-1912). Compact in scale yet rich in character, the cabinet combines lattice-front sliding doors with five dr...

This is an old Japanese black Tansu chest. Its horizontally balanced proportions and deep black tone create a quiet sense of stability, bringing a calm visual weight to any space. Wi...

This cabinet is crafted from high-quality Japanese Sugi cedar and dates to Taisho to early Showa period (circa 1910s–1940s), estimate from the style, materials & conditions. Having ...

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 striking tall cabinet is a masterful blend of history and contemporary functionality. The original cabinet was remodeled into a sliding-door cabinet using recycled wood from the...

Japanese Antique Small Cabinet with Sliding Doors and Drawers Japan, Early 20th Century, circa 1900–1920 A beautifully weathered Japanese storage cabinet displaying the quiet elega...

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...

This glass-front cabinet was crafted in the Taisho Era (1912–1926). The case is made of hinoki (Japanese cypress). The exterior was originally finished in traditional Japanese urush...

This medium-sized mizura tansu (kitchen chest) dates to the mid-to-late Edo period (circa 1830s-1869), as determined by its style and condition. The original urushi lacquer has a ni...

A finely crafted Japanese Mizuya tansu from the early 20th century, circa 1910s to 1930 (Taisho to early Showa period). Constructed from richly figured keyaki wood, prized for its s...

This Japanese antique glass showcase cabinet was crafted in the late Taisho to early Showa period (1910s–1930s). Defined by strong horizontal lines, the cabinet features a crown-lik...

This is an old Japanese storage shelf. It is made of cedar and is thought to have originally been used as a shoe cabinet. The design of the wooden doors is the result of the maker's...

This cabinet is crafted from high-quality Japanese Sugi cedar and dates to the Meiji–Taishō period (circa 1900s–1920s). It is made entirely from dense, high-grade Sugi wood, which h...

Mid size Mizuya (cupboard) , dates to Taisho to early Showa period (circa 1910s–1930s).
 Crafted from high-quality Japanese Sugi cedar and Japanese Oak. Tansu cabinets in this style...

Japanese cabinet from the early 20th century, crafted from wood with a warm dark brown finish. This compact piece of furniture combines practical stor...

Overview A masterful blend of historical resonance and rustic minimalism, this one-of-a-kind primitive cabinet is a testament to timeless Japanese craftsmanship. The centerpiece of t...

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 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 fabulous quality and impressive large Japanese hardwood Shodona from the Meiji period, the lovely carved pediment incorporating a large winged bird and having mythical creatures ei...

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...

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 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...

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...

This Japanese vintage cabinet was crafted around 1940, during the Early to Mid Showa Period. Finished in traditional shibuzumi, a deep brown-black coating made from persimmon tannin...

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 ...

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...

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 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...

New finds from a Kominka in Ibaraki pref, Japan. This mid-size wooden closet is a product of 1930s - 40s (early Showa period) estimate from the style, conditions, also hearing from...

A gorgeous antique Japanese two piece kitchen tansu chest (Goshu Mizuya) from the late Meiji period. This stunning tansu from the Kansai region, is so unique in that it is made of el...

This glass cabinet was crafted in the early Showa period (1926–). Made of hinoki (Japanese cypress), it has a light and natural tone with a clean, honest wood surface. The simple co...

New finds from Kanto or Tohoku area, Japan. This large Mizuya tansu is made from premium quality, reddish Sugi Cedar, the product of circa 1870s to 1900s (Meiji to early Taisho peri...

A large Japanese Meiji period two-piece futon tansu cabinet from the late 19th century, with original iron hardware. Created in Japan during the second hal...

Late Shōwa period wardrobe or linen cupboard. The top half has two locking doors and many removable drawers, which could be reformatted for multiple uses. While the base consists of...

A Japanese Meiji period keyaki wood Sendai tansu clothing chest from the late 19th century, with hand-cut iron hardware and safe box. Created in the Sendai Prefecture during the last quarter of the 19th century, this keyaki (elm) wood tansu is a fine example of Japan's traditional mobile cabinetry. Featuring a lacquered finish with reddish brown tones, the chest showcases a rectangular top, sitting above a perfectly organized façade. A long upper...

This Japanese sliding-door cabinet was crafted in the early Showa Period (1926–1945) from sugi (Japanese cedar). Compact and warm in character, it features a simple pair of wooden sl...

A Vintage Tansu Staircase Side Cabinet from the mid 20th century with two drawers and double doors on each side. Bask in the fusion of Chinese craftsmanship with Japanese finesse as you make this two-sided staircase Tansu...

Acquired in Saitama Prefecture in Japan’s Kanto region, this mizuya tansu is estimated to date from the late Edo period, circa 1820s–1850s, based on its construction, materials, surf...

The powerful wood grain, unique to zelkova wood, is instantly captivating. The flowing grain spreads across the entire front, creating a beauty reminiscent of a painting. With its ...

Japanese Antique Mizuya tansu chest / side board, From Kanto area, Japan. Made from premium quality, reddish Sugi Cedar, the product of circa 1900s to 1930 (late Meiji to early Show...

Incredible example of Asian lacquer carving. Standing over seven feet tall, this monumental display shelf was produced in Japan at the end of the Ed...

An Extremely Fine and Very Important 17th Century Japanese Lacquer Cabinet on French Giltwood Stand of Regence Period circa 1680-1690 Provenance Likely acquired by Herman Willem ...

An extremely fine, elegant and rare late 17th Century Japanese lacquer cabinet, from the Eco period, on later lacquered black stand. Japanese circa 1690 Provenance A private Scottish collection This outstanding cabinet is a fascinating fusion of east and west. The cabinet itself would have been made in Japan, c.1690, and is decorated to the outside with hiramaki-e lacquer. This technique involves the use of sprinkled gold powder which adheres to the lacquer surface. On the best pieces, as with this example, many layers are added in order to create areas of high relief and give depth to the surface decoration. The taste of the Japanese workshops in this period was often for quite restrained pieces with plenty of the black background visible, unlike some of the busier Chinese lacquer or European japanned examples produced around the same time. The Japanese makers seemed content to rely on the outstanding quality of the lacquer itself, regarded by most experts as the finest lacquer ever produced, and did not see the need to cover every surface believing that less was more in this respect. The lacquer here is used to produce a mountainous scene with buildings on the bank of a river, the other side of the river with more buildings and a contrasting flatter and forested landscape. The fine perspective achieved is the result of the clever use of raised and flatter areas in the lacquer itself in combination with the drawing of the design itself. Another remarkable aspect of this piece is the fine metalware throughout, but particularly the lockplate / hasp, hinges and foot mounts to the front. This is all beautifully cast and engraved contrasting against the black background. Interestingly another cabinet on stand with near identical metalwork was advertised in the Burlington Magazine, November 1913, with the dealer W. Williamson and Sons of Guildford. The lacquer on that piece is similarly refined and it seems likely that both pieces came from the same workshop. The European influence in our piece can be seen in both the later ebonised stand and in the japanned decoration which has been applied to the inside of the doors and is also very fine indeed. This consists of two panels with birds of prey perched on branches in colours set against a golden background. The cabinet has a recent Scottish provenance and so it is likely that the ebonised stand was made in Britain though such pieces were made throughout Europe as a way of quite literally elevating these imported pieces of eastern lacquer as in Japan these would have been used on the floor. Inside the cabinet there is a combination of more Japanese lacquer and lock plates and European drawer handles. Most of the lacquer drawer fronts incorporate mountainous scenes and birds in combination, with a few purely one or the other of the two subjects. Again the lacquer is in excellent condition and is of exceptional quality with multiple layers of relief used in one single scene in many cases. As mentioned above, Japanese lacquer is the most technically brilliant of the eastern lacquers and, as such, was highly prized by collectors and connoisseurs throughout Europe when this piece was made. The acquisition of such pieces would only have been possible for a small group of incredibly wealthy individuals, largely royal or high ranking courtiers or merchants connected with the East India trade...

A most decorative Continental 19th century Japanese Lacquer and Ormolu cabinet. This stunning freestanding cabinet is raised on four elegant, slender, and tapered cabriole legs endin...

A highly decorative 19th Century Japanese gilt lacquered cabinet from the Meiji period (1868-1912) the double hinged doors decorated with two eag...

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