Cedar Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

This is a piece of storage furniture called a "kurumanagamochi," a traditional Japanese piece of furniture. Crafted from pine and cedar, it was originally used in the Tohoku region....

19th century Chinese cabinet with carved panels and painting. From Anhui province this cabinet is made of fir wood and cypress. Outlining th...

A six drawer early Meiji period cedar tansu cabinet/chest of drawers. A beautiful and very practical piece of furniture. Heavily patinated through years of use with original iron h...

From Daigo, Ibaraki pref., Japan. Antique dougu tansu, tool chest of drawers made of Yamizo Sugi cedar made in the year 1886 (Meiji 19). "Yamizo Sugi" is a premium quality Sugi ced...

We offer this Midcentury Drawer attributed to Eugenio. Escudero made in solid cedar wood, circa 1960. Great vintage condition. The wood has been professionally refinished.

This compact chest was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868-1912). It features a handle on top, making it easy to carry or reposition as needed. The aged patina of the wood highlights i...

1960's Traditional Queen Anne style Cedar Hope Chest by Lane Altavista. Beautifully carved. Very nice condition.

A tall two section Japanese tansu from the mid 19th century. Nicely patinated cedar with multiple drawers, sliding doors & iron hardware. Strong utilitarian design.

This is a lacquerware craftsman's workbench made on January 8, 1963. The production date is written on the back of the drawer. This work drawer is a stand for applying red and black ...

Antique mid-size tansu with 4 drawers - product of Meiji to Taisho period (estimate 1868-1926). Made with traditional woodworking jointly without metal fastener. Finished with blac...

A rare early 20th C. Taisho period bleached out cedar shelving unit. 20 sizeable individual open compartments with two more behind doors. Beautifully example of Japanese joiner...

A beautifully constructed Japanese kitchen cabinet, known as a mizuya tansu, from the Taishō period, early 20th century. This tall and versati...

The original wooden showcase has had its glass removed and the entire piece covered in old Japanese paper to create an open display case. *Please note that glass is not included. Th...

A refined piece of Meiji-era craftsmanship, this antique Mizuya-dansu (kitchen chest) dates to circa 1900 and reflects the understated elegance of traditional Japanese interiors. Cra...

This is a fine pair of antique collector's chests. An English, mahogany and cedar two-drawer specimen cases, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870. A superb find for the discern...

This piece of furniture has characteristics that suggest that it was designed by Edmond Spence for Industria Mueblera, circa 1950. A solid cedar three-door credenza with brass legs ...

An exceptional Amish made handcrafted rustic lodge two-piece armoire dresser or wardrobe USA, Circa Late 20th Century Gorgeous cedar wood, with faux antler hardware. Measures: 45"...

A fine quality mahogany breakfronted bookcase of great size. The quality of construction and materials is extraordinary. Tri-cluster columns are mounted to each of the doors. The ast...

A cabinetmaking gem indulging in Baroque details, this sideboard is a fine example of Louis XVI-style designs. The shaped structure in first-rate cedar is decorated with 24K gold-pla...

This 20th-century Japanese Tokyo Tansu chest for clothing produced at the beginning of the Taisho period it’s an example of furniture characteristic of this period in Japan and in vo...

Contemporary cedar credenza from the MUARQ collection, designed as part of an ongoing effort to preserve and reinterpret the legacy of Mexican architect Hugo González. Crafted in so...

This is an antique Japanese small Tansu, distinguished by its unusually compact scale and beautifully balanced proportions. Considerably smaller than a typical Japanese Tansu, it is ...

This is an antique Japanese Tansu, crafted during the Meiji period (circa 1868–1912) from Japanese cedar (sugi). Distinguished by its broad, weighty proportions and richly aged dark ...

Burl Wood Light Walnut Lift Top "Dresser" on Sculptural Legs Cedar Lined Hope Chest Bottom Shelf MINT!

Crafted in Japan during the 20th century, this Pauownia wood (Kiri in Japanese ) tansu chest is a fine example of Japan's traditional mobile cabinetry. The long side handles flip up ...

New finds from Kura (the traditional style warehouse) of old established tea shop in Ibaraki pref., Japan. This Mizuya tansu is made from premium quality, reddish Sugi Cedar, the pr...

Swat, Pakistan Period: mid-19th century Entirely hand carved Interlocking structure no gluing Very good condition Measurements: cm W113 x D59 x H121.5 cm.

This vintage storage chest is an authentic example of Amazigh (Berber) craftsmanship from the mid 20th-century. Constructed from solid cedar wood, the piece is covered in intricate...

circa 1680 17thC Italian Cedar Wood Coffer sku 1833 W124 x D63 x H69 cm Weight 30 kg

Decorative Country Arts & Crafts Style c1960s Red Cedar wall Shelves on Dowels Bookcase Nice Varnished Finish & Patina

Bookcase Babel Cedar with all structure in solid cedar wood in natural finish, bookcase on swivel base. Treated with wax with natural pine extracts. Solid cedar wood include movemen...

Customizable Shelf Mogwai by Camilo Andres Rodriguez Marquez (aka CarmWorks) Solid oak or cedar / Burnt wood or natural Standard size: H 87 x 220 x 40 cm (customizable) Each piec...

3 fabulous 20th-century Japanese-style stacking Tansu chests of drawers. Each section can be used separately for versatility or stacked together to save space. Originally used to store Japanese kimonos...

An outstanding French Art Deco / Mid Century Modern tall cabinet. with N.F. Ameublement seal. The armoire features stunning Macassar ebony in a geometric parquetry inlaid pattern with dots of decorative mother of pearl inlay. The case rests on elegant, tapered ebonized legs capped by nickeled bronze tall sabots. The exterior wood grain is all in the original high gloss lacquer finish. and is in very good original condition, with minor wear consistent with age. This unique piece offers an interior refinished in beautiful cedar with ample storage supporting two interior shelves behind the double doors. A unique blend of Art Deco and Mid-Century Modern design pervades this cabinet and showcases an overall exquisite cubist, stark and simple design. The original label is present, and is stamped 1973. Label by Ameublement NF...

This modular dining table in eucalyptus wood was designed by Tatiana Bilbao as part of the MUARQ II architectural furniture collection. Conceived as a domestic landscape rather than...

Beautiful cedar lined storage bench, settee, chest, or trunk comprised of coral vinyl or faux leather and brass nailhead trim. Wonderful original vi...

This is a Japanese black wooden storage box. It is probably from around the Edo period. It is one of the folk utensils mainly used in Japan in the early modern times, and it is a r...

A large, museum-quality, cedar, Venetian, cassone on its original stand ; the sea creature ornament probably drawn from De la Cosmographie Universelle, livre III, engraving 1550-1568. Possibly a revival piece after Late 16th Century examples. • This is the only, known, cassone of this type retaining its original stand. • The collection in Italy that it originally came from was a palazzo that it had reputedly been in for generations of the same family and this most likely why the stand has survived. • The decoration is very unusual, and delightful in the array of sea creatures depicted. The connection of the region with the sea is very strong. • The inner lid is very practical and can be used for display or serving. The interior offers masses of storage space which is particularly suitable for textiles being cedar which repels moths. • The cassone is a beautiful, rich colour and has developed a lustrous patina. • The cassone is Illustrated & discussed in discussed in ‘Woods in British Furniture Making’, (Bowett) c13 Provenance: Private collection, Mayorca. Private collection, Italy For a somewhat similar example, please consider this Cassone in V&A collection, no 4886-1858 Width 177 cm., 70 in., Height 87 cm., 34 ½ in. Depth 68 cm. 26 ½ in. With lid open 155 cm., 61 in “Late 16th and 17th century, London inventories confirm that cypress wood chests were relatively common in prosperous households. In 1598 there was a cypress chest in the hall of John Mason, a vintner, valued at 50 shillings. It was the most expensive piece of furniture in the house. Similarly there was a ‘fair cypress chest’ in the great chamber of Adrian Moore, haberdasher, in 1618, and a cypress chest worth £ 9 in the hall of Thomas Willis, a clotherworker in 1630. The chests were sometimes described as ‘great’ or ‘small’ but not otherwise described – presumably they were familiar to the compilers of the inventories. They were placed in halls, chambers and parlours, places where they would have been on prominent view. It is noteworthy that only the chests were imported and not, apparently, the wood. “ (p282, Cypress, Woods in British Furniture making) The decoration is very unusual, and delightful in the array of sea creatures depicted. The connection of the region with the sea is very strong. I have never seen one of these chests on its original stand. The collection in Italy that it came from was a palazzo that it had reputedly been in for generations of the same family and this most likely why the stand has survived. In practical terms, the stand makes the chest a comfortable height to use. The exterior of the chest is a beautiful, mellow colour and has developed a lustrous patina. The top comprises three planks faced with a shallow, cleated, moulded edge nailed on. The front retains its original hasp and lockplate and, as is commonly found, the lock has been removed but, unusually the original ring hinges have survived. The top opens to reveal an inner lid with ring hinges and a brass ring, revealing a large open storage compartment below, the bottom lined with an old fabric. The underside of the lid retains its original penwork and pierced decoration. The central panel depicts sea creatures, sharks, flatfish, monster fish, sea horses, Neptune and mermaids, probably drawn from De la Cosmographie Universelle, livre III, engraving 1550-1568. The panels either side depicting a crown, the sun and unicorns amongst stylised floral sprays. The surrounding naive penwork border features repeats of three naked ladies in the sea, a man wearing an animal mask with two dogs in a forest and a huntsman with two dogs. The floor of the inside of the cassone is upholstered in an 18th century red and yellow striped woven textile the colours of the Catalan flag. The front is decorated with pierced, silhouettes of beasts, trees and figures. The sides are plain with iron carrying handles. On its original stand, with similar decoration, and bearing a cartouche which would have been decorated with the arms of its original owner. Italian, last quarter of the 16th century. Condition Report : Old repair to bottom left moulding of top. Some hairline cracks to top. The hasp, lockplate and ring hinges are original, the lock has been removed. Handles probably 18th century. The inner lid was probably added in the 18th century and supporting mechanism in the 19th century. Exceptional original, lustrous colour and patina. Measures: Width 177 cm. 70 in., height 87 cm. 34 ½ in., depth 68 cm. 26 ½ in. The cassone was the principal piece of furniture in 16th century, Italy. These chests were made as bridal gifts for nobles and aristocrats from cedar specifically for storing their much prized and valued hangings, clothing and linens, as the wood repels moths and the sweet fragrance delicately scents fabrics. Consquently the cassone, as in this example might be decorated with the family coat of arms or with depictions of virtue and edifying episodes from the Bible. A young woman could not be allowed to enter marriage without some instruction. Later, many cassoni were taken apart so that the decorated front panel could be hung as a painting. The stand of this cassone has a cartouche that would have contained a painted coat of arms in the centre which shows that it was conceived for a noble family. Such cypress or cedar chests, incised in bas relief and pyrographically engraved, have long been associated with Venice and typically have a naïve decoration on the exterior. Literature: The 'cypress chests' containing 'arras, counterpoints, costely apparel, tents, and canopies, fine linen, Turkey cushions...

A rare oratory black lacquer refinish showcase with a body surmounted by richly carved cedar and walnut, front and side headboards, glazed and framed door and sides with curvilinear...

Striking 1940s Art Deco sideboard credenza featuring an elegant off-white lacquer finish (color reference: #F2F0EF) and generous proportions. Measuring 78.75 inches (200 cm) wide, th...

Impressive French Art Deco credenza dating from the 1940s, featuring a refined off-white lacquer finish and elegant copper-plated brass hardware. Measuring 78.75 inches (200 cm) wide...

William 4th open free standing bookcase in octagonal form made from partridge wood veneer with cross grain moulded top resting on a cevetto moulding with applied brass decoration the...

A decorative off white lacquer refinish chest of drawers oratory, featuring two bodies, two doors, and various intricate carvings. The upper body of the chest showcases carved, cut, ...

18th-Century Immigrant Coffer: A Testament to Swedish Craftsmanship in the New World This exquisite 18th-century painted coffer likely tells the story of a Swedish artisan who ventu...

An exceptional 18th-century George II crossbanded burl mulberry, walnut, and cedar secretary bookcase, adorned with a double bonnet top and mirrored door...

The Cathedral Cabinet is a monumental collectible storage piece that merges contemporary Dutch design with the vertical grandeur and structural rhythm of Gothic cathedral architectur...

SUPER-MARKET collection Italy, 2007 Original design 2006 Nilufar Edition. Limited series of 15 examples, 3 APs. Example 1/15. Printed logo: “Caturegli Formica 061/2007, 1/15, Nilufar Edition” Lebanon...

American Federal mahogany and Spanish cedra one drawer hinged sugar chest on stand with carved molded edge, exposed dovetails, wooden knobs, silver escutch...

A solid walnut black lacquer paper cabinet from the Early 20th Century. A box with front and sides featuring cut-out and bulged lines, unusual asymmetrical curves, composed of two up...

Cedar and burl wood cabinet Two available.

Elegant and striking, this armoire cabinet has been professionally refinished in a deep high-gloss black lacquer, giving the piece a sleek, sophisticated presence while preserving it...

A large early Meiji period Japanese tansu/sideboard A really nice mid/late 19th C. Japanese sideboard/tansu. It was likely to be used as a coun...

Charles II Cedar Wood chest A 17th century Charles II cedar wood cushion fronted chest. The chest is smaller than usual and comes in two parts, the two door cupboard top has be...

Bookcase Babel Cedar with all structure in solid cedar wood in natural finish, bookcase on swivel base. Treated with wax with natural pine extracts. Solid cedar wood include movemen...

This credenza is a piece to touch, the ideal accent for a space with a lot of personality. Its fronts carved by hand in solid cedar wood with a black finish, generate a sensory e...

More information coming soon… A marvelous North African chest, adorned with geometric carvings infused with hundreds of iron studs, dating to the 1880s. The rectilinear chest can a...

The cabinet has an open arched pediment with a carved crest adorned with a top fleur-de-lis with a pendant flower. A detail of two scrolls holds the fleur-de-lis. There is a carved rosette and two hearts in the center of the cornice. There are two doors that open to show three shelves and four spaces. The doors closed with a German lock...

A Chinese Qing Dynasty period late 19th century apothecary merchant's cabinet made in two parts of nam wood (a variety of cedar) with shelves and multiple drawers. Created in China d...

A tall Japanese tansu/chest of drawers of highly unusual proportions . Four drawers with storage well to top. Heavily patinated cedar with many age old repairs.

Marked by a delightful white and azure color palette, this cabinet draws inspiration from the unattainable perfection of nature. It stands on thin metal legs, creating an appealing i...