Fine Japanese Edo Period Keyaki Choba Tansu 'Merchant's Chest'

An outstanding Meiji period Japanese keyaki wood (elm) tansu of large size with 8 drawers, 3 large 2 medium and 3 small, and 2 cabinets with small interior drawers. The piece has iro...

A Japanese Meiji period iron mounted sea chest or table cabinet, the removable front cover opening to reveal an interior with 5 drawers of varying sizes. The piece is mounted with de...

An attractive English inlaid mahogany bedside commode of serpentine form, the front panel embellished with a well-executed satinwood inlaid conch shell. The sides and back consist of...

A good quality American Hepplewhite style inlaid mahogany chest of drawers of serpentine form, the well-figured top with a boxwood inlaid edge above 4 graduated drawers each with lin...

A substantial American Empire Revival period mahogany dressing chest the top with a molded edge and an attached adjustable mirror supported by well-carved standards. The lower case i...

An elegant and rare Queen Anne period marquetry inlaid walnut cabinet-on-chest in two parts, the upper section with cabinet doors opening to reveal three adjustable shelves, the base...

This is a Japanese antique chests of drawers. This tansu chest is a valuable antique piece made during the late Edo period(Late 1800s) in Japan. Beautiful black surfaces bear the marks of extensive use, exuding a unique history and character. In particular, the missing front panel on the lower right drawer adds to the charm of this tansu chest. Even these imperfections enhance its beauty, revealing the rich patina of age and creating a sense of wabi-sabi aesthetics. These flaws contribute to the unique allure of this antique piece. This magnificent antique tansu chest...

A tall, 5 drawer part charred cedar & elm Japanese tansu from the early 19th C. Both a beautiful & very practical piece of furniture. Heavy patinated through years of use with orig...

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...

A Japanese Meiji period choba dansu merchant's chest from the 19th century with sliding doors, eight drawers, side door opening to two additional drawers and iron hardware. This 19th-century Japanese choba dansu merchant's chest, a quintessential piece from the Meiji period, exudes a remarkable harmony of style, practicality, and craftsmanship. Its rectangular top, well-proportioned façade, and rustic backside create a captivating aesthetic contrast, infusing a sense of antiquity and charm into your space. The façade features a well-structured design with two small drawers gracing the upper section. The middle part is occupied by two sliding doors on the left, matched by a smaller drawer atop a side door on the right, revealing two additional drawers when opened. The lower section houses five orderly drawers, in a three-over-two formation, maximizing storage space while maintaining visual elegance. A defining aspect of this chest is the ornate iron hardware, lending the piece a distinct aura of traditional Japanese craftsmanship. The juxtaposition of this intricate hardware with the chest's rich wood creates a visually captivating interplay of textures, further enhancing its appeal. The sides of the chest are adorned with recessed panels, a detail that adds depth and interest to the piece. This Meiji period choba dansu chest stands as a testament to traditional Japanese woodworking...

Beautiful pair of Japanese Tansu chests. These are out of a great Palm Springs estate. These are old Meiji period chests that have been refitted with new ...

A Japanese merchant's chest from the 19th century, with four large drawers and a lateral door concealing additional drawers. Created in Japan during the 19th century, this merchant's...