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Style: Showa
Japanese Antique Cabinet 1920s-1940s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Cabinet 1920s-1940s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Cabinet 1920s-1940s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

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...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Cabinets

Materials

Cedar

Antique Japanese Tea Tansu (Chadansu), Chestnut & Keyaki, Early Showa c.1930
Antique Japanese Tea Tansu (Chadansu), Chestnut & Keyaki, Early Showa c.1930

Antique Japanese Tea Tansu (Chadansu), Chestnut & Keyaki, Early Showa c.1930

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

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-...

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1930s Japanese Vintage Showa Cabinets

Materials

Brass

1930s - 1940s Japanese antique mid-size closet with drawers, wabi sabi organic
1930s - 1940s Japanese antique mid-size closet with drawers, wabi sabi organic

1930s - 1940s Japanese antique mid-size closet with drawers, wabi sabi organic

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

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...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Cabinets

Materials

Brass

Japanese Vintage Okidoko (Low Display Cabinet), Mid Showa Period, Circa 1950
Japanese Vintage Okidoko (Low Display Cabinet), Mid Showa Period, Circa 1950

Japanese Vintage Okidoko (Low Display Cabinet), Mid Showa Period, Circa 1950

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This Japanese vintage okidoko (low display cabinet) was crafted during the Mid Showa Period, circa 1950. In Japan, this type of cabinet is known as an okidoko—a traditional low disp...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Hardwood

Shōwa Period Cedar Wardrobe, Japanese Tansu with Locking Doors, 1950s
Shōwa Period Cedar Wardrobe, Japanese Tansu with Locking Doors, 1950s

Shōwa Period Cedar Wardrobe, Japanese Tansu with Locking Doors, 1950s

Located in London, England

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...

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1950s Japanese Vintage Showa Cabinets

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Japanese Antique Glass Cabinet, Early Showa Period “1926–”
Japanese Antique Glass Cabinet, Early Showa Period “1926–”

Japanese Antique Glass Cabinet, Early Showa Period “1926–”

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

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...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Cabinets

Materials

Cedar, Cypress

Japanese Antique, Cabinet, Cupboards Showa Period
Japanese Antique, Cabinet, Cupboards Showa Period

Japanese Antique, Cabinet, Cupboards Showa Period

Located in Vienna, AT

Kiri wood, painted in oxblood color / metal applications. Rectangular body on a foot frame. Structured double sliding door and 3 drawers. Inside 1 shelf, 1 small compartment and 1 dr...

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1920s Japanese Vintage Showa Cabinets

Materials

Softwood

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Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

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Japanese Antique Large Black Tansu 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Wabisabi
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Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

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Located in Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate-gun, Iwate Prefecture

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Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

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Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

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Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

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Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

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Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

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Japanese Vintage Low Board Cabinet, Early Showa Period (1926–1945)

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Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

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Showa cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Showa cabinets for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Mid-20th Century, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage cabinets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, cedar and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Showa cabinets made in a specific country, there are Asia, East Asia, and Japan pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for cabinets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $1,920 and tops out at $4,500 while the average work can sell for $3,500.