East Asian Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets

This Japanese antique cha-dansu (tea cabinet), also known as a chadana (tea shelf), was crafted in the Taisho Era (1912–1926). Made primarily of chestnut wood, the piece showcases t...

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...

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

A testament to Japanese craftsmanship, this exquisite Mizuya Tansu (kitchen chest) embodies the serene beauty of the Wabi-Sabi aesthetic. Its deep, rich, darkened patina—cultivated ...

This is an antique lowboard made in Japan. Quietly blending into a space while maintaining a distinct presence, it is a beautifully refined piece of traditional furniture. It is bel...

A captivating and highly functional antique Japanese chest of drawers from the early Showa period. It embodies the essence of Wabi-Sabi. This exceptional piece is a culmination of t...

This is an antique Japanese chest of drawers. With its quiet presence, it embodies the essence of Japan’s everyday living culture, offering a refined and understated beauty. The thre...

This piece is a Japanese chest of drawers crafted during the late Meiji to early Taisho period. It is constructed from cedar wood, a material deeply rooted in Japanese architecture a...

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 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...

Traditional Japanese Tansu chest of drawers from the 1890s. Manufactured during the late Meiji era (1868-1912). This piece of furniture exudes authenticity and character. The cabinet...

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 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...

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

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...

Antique Japanese Tansu box chest of drawer, product of late Edo to early Meiji era (estimate 1850s-1900s). As showed in the paper labels remains on each drawer faces, This is used by...

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...

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...

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...

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 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 antique low chest of drawers was crafted in the Taisho Era (1912–1926). Finished with traditional Japanese kakishibu (persimmon tannin) and soot-based pigment, the surface pres...

Traditional Japanese Tansu chest of drawers from the 1870s. Manufactured during the late Meiji era (1868-1912). This piece of furniture exudes authenticity and character. The cabinet...

This is an old Japanese black low board with drawers. Crafted during the Meiji period (1860s–1900s), it carries the quiet atmosphere of an era moving toward modernization, presenting...

A rare and thoughtfully designed early 20th-century Japanese Sugi (Cedar) chest, featuring a curated layout of nine drawers in two distinct, functional sizes. Crafted during the tra...

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...

Overview An exceptional piece of Japanese history, this Meiji Period (1868–1912) Tansu showcases a rare and functional five-drawer layout. Crafted entirely from solid Sugi (Japanese ...

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 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 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...

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

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 is a small antique Japanese chest of drawers. Quietly understated yet unmistakably present, it has a simple and powerful character that brings depth to any space. It is believe...

Traditional Japanese Tansu chest of drawers from the 1870s. Manufactured during the late Meiji era (1868-1912). This piece of furniture exudes authenticity and character. The cabinet...

This is a very old black-lacquered drawer storage unit made in Japan. Judging from the handle design, it appears to date from the Meiji period. It is very old. It comes with a lock. ...

The bold lacquer, paneled fronts and gilt carvings of these small bedside cabinets exemplify the early 20th-century furniture from Fujian, China. Petite in scale, these cabinets may ...

Japanese antique mid-size apothecary chest, tansu chest of drawers for medicines (Kusuri dansu). Product of late Edo to early Meiji era (1850s-1890s), estimate from the style & ...

Antique Late 1800’s Japanese Rolling Tansu Chest of Drawers Dresser Country: Japan Materials: Wood, Iron Condition: Original Condition Style: Japanese ...

Traditional Japanese Tansu chest of drawers with sliding doors from the 1890s. Manufactured during the late Meiji era (1868-1912). This piece of furniture exudes authenticity and cha...

Antique tansu chest of drawers made of solid Sugi cedar, dating back to late Edo to Meiji period (1850s - 1900s) estimate from the style & conditions. Found at the old storehouse...

Chinoiserie cupboard lacquered with carved hardstone flowers and birds, circa 1890. It panel is hand-painted with a different scene. This atypical furniture is made of a little cabin...

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...

This is an old Japanese chest of drawers, handcrafted during the Meiji period (1860s–1900s). It is a fine example of traditional Japanese craftsmanship from that era. The body is mad...

Vintage petite bamboo and grass cloth three shelf petite etagere in a reverse demi lune shape. A unique and rare piece.

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...

Japan, Meiji Period, 1868 - 1912 A very fine mid nineteenth century black lacquered Meiji wooden trunk, with gilded foliate arabesques throughout, large roundels and engraved corner...

Antique Japanese Tansu box chest of drawers, which is originally as Gyosyo tansu (Peddler's chest), product of late Edo - Meiji era (estimate 1860s-1910s). Used by Gyosyonin (peddler...

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 Japanese apothecary chest (tansu) dates to the first year of Kaei (1848), late Edo period. The date is recorded internally in brush-written ink, providing direct historical evid...

This is an old Japanese-made cabinet. It was made in the early Showa period (1920s-1940s). It features traditional Japanese design. The wood pattern is used in an interesting way ...

This is a very old drawer storage chest made in Japan. It dates back to the Meiji era (1860s–1920s) and is crafted from Japanese cedar wood. The metal fittings are made of iron. The...

A handsome Chinese sideboard finished in a vibrant red lacquer, featuring a classic long rectangular form with a beautifully balanced arrangement of drawers and doors. Five small drawers line the top, each fitted with traditional ring pulls, while the lower section is composed of four paneled doors centered by a round moon-shaped lock plate. Dark iron hinges and hardware provide a dramatic contrast against the rich lacquered surface, emphasizing the strong geometry and symmetry that define traditional Chinese cabinetry. Red lacquer furniture...

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

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...

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...