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Meiji Period Japanese Cedar Tansu Chest with Bronze Hardware
Meiji Period Japanese Cedar Tansu Chest with Bronze Hardware

Meiji Period Japanese Cedar Tansu Chest with Bronze Hardware

Located in Long Island City, NY

In Japan, the tansu was developed during the Edo and Meiji periods as mobile and modular storage. Generally, they were lightweight, sturdy and stackable, with iron handles that would...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

19th C Edo Japanese Antique Mid-Size Sugi Cedar Urushi Tansu Chest of Drawers
19th C Edo Japanese Antique Mid-Size Sugi Cedar Urushi Tansu Chest of Drawers

19th C Edo Japanese Antique Mid-Size Sugi Cedar Urushi Tansu Chest of Drawers

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

This tansu chest of drawers is made entirely from thick, high-quality solid sugi cedar boards.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Japanese Antique Small Drawer Chest 1860s-1900s / Nightstand Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Small Drawer Chest 1860s-1900s / Nightstand Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Small Drawer Chest 1860s-1900s / Nightstand Wabisabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

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.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Drawer 1920s-1940s / Paulownia chest of drawer
Japanese Antique Drawer 1920s-1940s / Paulownia chest of drawer

Japanese Antique Drawer 1920s-1940s / Paulownia chest of drawer

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a very old Japanese drawer storage. This is from the Early Showa period (1920s-1940s). The material is Paulownia. Paulownia wood is the least prone to warping and deformatio...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Black Storage Box / Blanket Chests / 1800-1868s Wabi-sabi
Japanese Antique Black Storage Box / Blanket Chests / 1800-1868s Wabi-sabi

Japanese Antique Black Storage Box / Blanket Chests / 1800-1868s Wabi-sabi

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

This is a Japanese black wooden storage box. It is probably from around the Edo period.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Japanese Antique Compact Chest, Meiji Era '1868-1912'Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Compact Chest, Meiji Era '1868-1912'Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Compact Chest, Meiji Era '1868-1912'Wabi Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

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...

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Antique 1890s Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Early Meiji Period Japanese Tansu Cabinet/Chest Of Drawers Wabi Sami
Early Meiji Period Japanese Tansu Cabinet/Chest Of Drawers Wabi Sami

Early Meiji Period Japanese Tansu Cabinet/Chest Of Drawers Wabi Sami

Located in London, GB

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...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s/Chest of Drawers Wabisabi Art
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s/Chest of Drawers Wabisabi Art

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s/Chest of Drawers Wabisabi Art

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

It is an old Japanese drawer. It is an item of the Meiji era (1860s-1920s) The material is cedar. The shade of brown is beautiful and the taste is wonderful. The drawer also ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Small Chest of Drawers (Kohikidashi), Taisho Era (1912–1926)
Japanese Antique Small Chest of Drawers (Kohikidashi), Taisho Era (1912–1926)

Japanese Antique Small Chest of Drawers (Kohikidashi), Taisho Era (1912–1926)

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This Japanese antique small chest of drawers (kohikidashi) was crafted in the Taisho Era (1912–1926).

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Antique Japanese Edo Tansu Chest, Multi Drawer Cabinet, Excellent Interior
Antique Japanese Edo Tansu Chest, Multi Drawer Cabinet, Excellent Interior

Antique Japanese Edo Tansu Chest, Multi Drawer Cabinet, Excellent Interior

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

Antique Japanese Tansu box chest of drawer, product of late Edo to early Meiji era (estimate 1850s-1900s).

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Japanese Antique Chest of Drawers, Taisho Era (1912-1926), Wabi Sabi, Mingei
Japanese Antique Chest of Drawers, Taisho Era (1912-1926), Wabi Sabi, Mingei

Japanese Antique Chest of Drawers, Taisho Era (1912-1926), Wabi Sabi, Mingei

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

Made primarily of sugi (Japanese cedar), the chest embodies the quiet practicality found in everyday Japanese furniture of the period.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Japanese Antique Massive Drawer Chest 1860s-1900s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Massive Drawer Chest 1860s-1900s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Massive Drawer Chest 1860s-1900s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is a huge old Japanese-made drawer storage. The furniture was made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s) and is made of cedar wood with rustic and practical iron hardware on the...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Black Drawer Chest 1800s-1860s / Sideboard Tansu Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Black Drawer Chest 1800s-1860s / Sideboard Tansu Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Black Drawer Chest 1800s-1860s / Sideboard Tansu Wabi Sabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an antique Japanese black chest of drawers distinguished by its low, horizontally balanced form and the deep black patina that gives it a quiet yet commanding presence.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Tansu Chest of Drawers, Late Meiji Era (1868–1912)
Japanese Antique Tansu Chest of Drawers, Late Meiji Era (1868–1912)

Japanese Antique Tansu Chest of Drawers, Late Meiji Era (1868–1912)

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This Japanese antique chest of drawers was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868–1912).

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Black Drawer Chest 1860s-1900s / Tansu Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Black Drawer Chest 1860s-1900s / Tansu Sideboard Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Black Drawer Chest 1860s-1900s / Tansu Sideboard Wabi Sabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an old Japanese black drawer cabinet. Quietly standing in space, it brings a deep sense of balance and quiet tension without ever appearing overly assertive. It is believed ...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Black Low Board 1860s-1900s / Tansu Drawer Chest Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Black Low Board 1860s-1900s / Tansu Drawer Chest Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Black Low Board 1860s-1900s / Tansu Drawer Chest Wabisabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

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...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Edo Period Japanese Gyosho Tansu, Traveling Merchant Chest with Multiple Drawers
Edo Period Japanese Gyosho Tansu, Traveling Merchant Chest with Multiple Drawers

Edo Period Japanese Gyosho Tansu, Traveling Merchant Chest with Multiple Drawers

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

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).

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1800s-1860s/Safe Storage Cabinet Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1800s-1860s/Safe Storage Cabinet Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1800s-1860s/Safe Storage Cabinet Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

It is an old Japanese drawer. It is an item from the Edo period (1800s-1860s). It has a keyed door so that it can also be used as a safe. Both metal fittings are attached with very ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Chest of Drawer / Tansu Storage / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Japanese Antique Chest of Drawer / Tansu Storage / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei

Japanese Antique Chest of Drawer / Tansu Storage / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei

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

This striking antique chest of drawers, originating in Japan, exudes timeless minimalism and the aesthetics of wabi-sabi.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Low Chest of Drawers, Taisho Era “1912–1926”, Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Low Chest of Drawers, Taisho Era “1912–1926”, Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Low Chest of Drawers, Taisho Era “1912–1926”, Wabi Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

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...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Small Chest of Drawers, Keio Era (Edo Period, 1867), Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Small Chest of Drawers, Keio Era (Edo Period, 1867), Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Small Chest of Drawers, Keio Era (Edo Period, 1867), Wabi Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

Made from Japanese cedar and finished with traditional Japanese lacquer (urushi), the surface has developed areas of natural wear and fading over time, revealing a rich, aged charact...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Small Chest of Drawers, Keyaki Wood, Meiji Era “1868–1912”
Japanese Antique Small Chest of Drawers, Keyaki Wood, Meiji Era “1868–1912”

Japanese Antique Small Chest of Drawers, Keyaki Wood, Meiji Era “1868–1912”

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

The case is made of sugi (Japanese cedar), while the drawer fronts are keyaki (Japanese zelkova), featuring a finely grained, densely figured surface.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Small Chest of Drawers, Edo Era (Tenpō 1830-1844), Wabi-Sabi
Japanese Antique Small Chest of Drawers, Edo Era (Tenpō 1830-1844), Wabi-Sabi

Japanese Antique Small Chest of Drawers, Edo Era (Tenpō 1830-1844), Wabi-Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This antique small chest of drawers was crafted in the Edo Era (Tenpō 1830-1844). The aged urushi (Japanese lacquer), worn away in places, enhances the piece’s unique character and ...

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Antique 1840s Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Edo Period Apothecary Chest (Tansu), Kaei 1 (1848), Wabi-Sabi
Japanese Edo Period Apothecary Chest (Tansu), Kaei 1 (1848), Wabi-Sabi

Japanese Edo Period Apothecary Chest (Tansu), Kaei 1 (1848), Wabi-Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

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...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Tansu Chest of Drawers, Early Meiji Era ‘1868–1912’, Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Tansu Chest of Drawers, Early Meiji Era ‘1868–1912’, Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Tansu Chest of Drawers, Early Meiji Era ‘1868–1912’, Wabi Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This Japanese antique chest of drawers was crafted in the Early Meiji Era (1868–1912). The form is simple and unadorned, reflecting its origins as a practical storage piece. A nota...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

1886 (Meiji 19) Japanese antique dougu tansu, tool chest of drawers wabi sabi
1886 (Meiji 19) Japanese antique dougu tansu, tool chest of drawers wabi sabi

1886 (Meiji 19) Japanese antique dougu tansu, tool chest of drawers wabi sabi

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

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

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Antique 1880s Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Cedar

1860s-1910s Meiji Japanese antique wabi sabi Urushi mid Tansu chest of drawers
1860s-1910s Meiji Japanese antique wabi sabi Urushi mid Tansu chest of drawers

1860s-1910s Meiji Japanese antique wabi sabi Urushi mid Tansu chest of drawers

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

From Tohoku area, Japan. This mid-size, dark reddish brown Urushi lacquered Tansu chest of drawers is a product of Meiji period (1868-1912) , estimate from the style & conditions.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Cedar

1860s-1920s Japanese antique Black urushi Tansu chest of drawers wabi sabi
1860s-1920s Japanese antique Black urushi Tansu chest of drawers wabi sabi

1860s-1920s Japanese antique Black urushi Tansu chest of drawers wabi sabi

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

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...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar, Wood

Edo Japanese Wabi-Sabi Dougu / Kusuri Tansu, Tool / Medicine chest Late 19th Cen
Edo Japanese Wabi-Sabi Dougu / Kusuri Tansu, Tool / Medicine chest Late 19th Cen

Edo Japanese Wabi-Sabi Dougu / Kusuri Tansu, Tool / Medicine chest Late 19th Cen

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

Product of late Edo period (estimate 1860s-1870s) in Aomori prefecture, Japan. Originally made as tool chest or medicine chest, made of thick, fine grade reddish Sugi cedar.

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Antique 1860s Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Cedar

1860s-80s Edo Japanese antique mid size Urushi Tansu chest of drawers, wabi sabi
1860s-80s Edo Japanese antique mid size Urushi Tansu chest of drawers, wabi sabi

1860s-80s Edo Japanese antique mid size Urushi Tansu chest of drawers, wabi sabi

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

Mid-size, Dark reddish brown Urushi lacquered Tansu chest of drawers. Made of Sugi cedar - a product of late Edo to early Meiji era (circa 1860s-1880s) , estimate from the style &...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Cedar

1860s-80s Edo Japanese antique mid size Urushi Tansu chest of drawers, wabi sabi
1860s-80s Edo Japanese antique mid size Urushi Tansu chest of drawers, wabi sabi

1860s-80s Edo Japanese antique mid size Urushi Tansu chest of drawers, wabi sabi

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

Mid-size, Dark reddish brown Urushi lacquered Tansu chest of drawers. Made of Sugi cedar - a product of late Edo to early Meiji era (circa 1860s-1880s) , estimate from the style &...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Cedar

3 Fabulous 20th Century Japanese style Stacking Tansu Chest of Drawers
3 Fabulous 20th Century Japanese style Stacking Tansu Chest of Drawers

3 Fabulous 20th Century Japanese style Stacking Tansu Chest of Drawers

By Baker Furniture Company

Located in Pemberton, NJ

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 ...

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Mid-20th Century American Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Meiji Period Tansu/Chest Of Drawers
Meiji Period Tansu/Chest Of Drawers

Meiji Period Tansu/Chest Of Drawers

Located in London, GB

A three drawer cedar Meiji period Japanese chest of drawers. Unusually large drawers for a piece of Japanese furniture of this time period.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a "Shonai chest" chest made in the Tohoku region of Japan.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer Meiji / Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer Meiji / Tansu Storage Wabisabi

Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer Meiji / Tansu Storage Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

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. ...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer primitive  / Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer primitive  / Tansu Storage Wabisabi

Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer primitive / Tansu Storage Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a very old black-lacquered drawer storage unit made in Japan. The original handles still have old ropes attached, suggesting it is very old. It is thought to date from the Ed...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Very old Japanese small drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is made of cedar wood. The handles are made of iron. The design is ultimately simple...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s / Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s / Sideboard Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s / Sideboard Wabi Sabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

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.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Primitive Charred Edo Period Tansu/Chest Of Drawers Wabi Sabi
Primitive Charred Edo Period Tansu/Chest Of Drawers Wabi Sabi

Primitive Charred Edo Period Tansu/Chest Of Drawers Wabi Sabi

Located in London, GB

A 5 drawer 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 original iron h...

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s / Nightstand Tansu Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s / Nightstand Tansu Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s / Nightstand Tansu Wabisabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an old drawer storage made in Japan. It was made between the Meiji and Taisho periods (1860s-1920s). The material used is cedar wood, and iron hardware is attached to the han...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabisabi

Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a very old Japanese black drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is probably from the Tohoku region of Japan. The material is mainly cedar w...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Wabisabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Mingei
Japanese Antique Wabisabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Mingei

Japanese Antique Wabisabi Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Storage Tansu Mingei

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

It is a very old Japanese drawer. It was built from the late Edo period to the Meiji period (1820-1912). It is furniture that was used in shops rather than being used in ordinary hom...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Cedar Small Drawer Chest, 1930s–1950s, Wabi-Sabi
Japanese Antique Cedar Small Drawer Chest, 1930s–1950s, Wabi-Sabi

Japanese Antique Cedar Small Drawer Chest, 1930s–1950s, Wabi-Sabi

Located in Chiba, Chiba

A Japanese antique small drawer chest crafted from solid cedar, dating from the 1930s–1950s.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Rustic Furniture

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique BK Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi
Japanese Antique BK Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi

Japanese Antique BK Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Very old Japanese small drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is made of cedar wood and pine. The handles are made of iron. This is almost in its o...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar, Pine

Japanese Antique Drawer / Storage Tansu / 1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Japanese Antique Drawer / Storage Tansu / 1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei

Japanese Antique Drawer / Storage Tansu / 1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei

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

This is an antique Japanese-made drawer. It is made from cedar, and the date "Meiji 45 (1912s)" is written in ink on the bottom of the drawer at the time. Through years of use, it ...

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Vintage 1910s Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique BK Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique BK Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique BK Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabi Sabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Very old Japanese drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). The main material is cedar wood. The handles are made of iron. The design is ultimately simpl...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabisabi

Japanese Antique BK Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Very old Japanese small drawer. This furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is made of cedar wood. The drawer is tasteful, rustic, simple and beautiful. There is no wa...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Drawer / Storage Tansu / 1900-1930s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Japanese Antique Drawer / Storage Tansu / 1900-1930s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei

Japanese Antique Drawer / Storage Tansu / 1900-1930s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei

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

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

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Small Drawer / Storage / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Japanese Antique Small Drawer / Storage / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei

Japanese Antique Small Drawer / Storage / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei

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

A Rare Relic of the Meiji Era: Antique Japanese Small Tansu with Rope Pulls Dating back to the Meiji period (1868–1912), this exceptional Japanese small chest (Ko-tansu) is a testam...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rope, Cedar

Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1920s / Nightstand Tansu Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1920s / Nightstand Tansu Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1920s / Nightstand Tansu Wabi Sabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is a small drawer storage made in Japan. The furniture was made between the Meiji and Taisho periods (1860s-1920s) and is made of cedar wood. Iron is used for the handles, and t...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Drawer / Storage Tansu / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Japanese Antique Drawer / Storage Tansu / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei

Japanese Antique Drawer / Storage Tansu / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei

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

Crafted entirely from solid Sugi (Japanese Cedar), it possesses a commanding presence, characterized by its deep charcoal-to-ebony wash and a texture that tells a story of over a cen...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Drawer / Tansu Storage / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Japanese Antique Drawer / Tansu Storage / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei

Japanese Antique Drawer / Tansu Storage / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei

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

This is an old Japanese drawer. The original red color has balanced with soot from its long use in an old house with an irori hearth, and has turned a natural reddish-brown. The pee...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Antique Late 1800s Japanese Cedar Tansu Chest of Drawers Dresser
Antique Late 1800s Japanese Cedar Tansu Chest of Drawers Dresser

Antique Late 1800s Japanese Cedar Tansu Chest of Drawers Dresser

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Antique Late 1800s Japanese Cedar Tansu Chest of Drawers Dresser Country: Japan Materials: Wood, Iron Condition: Original Condition Style: Italian Baroque Year: 1890s $2,2...

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Antique 1890s Japanese Baroque Dressers

Materials

Iron

A Large Early 19th C. Late Edo Period Tansu Cabinet/Chest Of Drawers Wabi Wabi
A Large Early 19th C. Late Edo Period Tansu Cabinet/Chest Of Drawers Wabi Wabi

A Large Early 19th C. Late Edo Period Tansu Cabinet/Chest Of Drawers Wabi Wabi

Located in London, GB

An eight 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 iro...

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Antique 1820s Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

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Two-Section Cedar Elm Clothing Chest Dresser Bedside Japanese
Two-Section Cedar Elm Clothing Chest Dresser Bedside Japanese

Two-Section Cedar Elm Clothing Chest Dresser Bedside Japanese

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H 39.5 in W 33.25 in D 16.5 in

Two-Section Cedar Elm Clothing Chest Dresser Bedside Japanese

Located in Monterey, CA

Two-section stacked lacquered clothing chest. Material: Cedar (Sugi) and Elm (Keyaki) Origin: Niigata prefecture, Japan Age: Meiji period, circa 1870–1890 Size: 33.25 x 16.5 x 39.5 ...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

Materials

Cedar

Cedar Keyaki Chest Japanese Meiji Tansu Dresser Storage Drawers
Cedar Keyaki Chest Japanese Meiji Tansu Dresser Storage Drawers

Cedar Keyaki Chest Japanese Meiji Tansu Dresser Storage Drawers

Located in Monterey, CA

This lacquered cedar and kayak clothing chest (Sendai Isho Dansu) is from the Sendai, Miyagi prefecture in Japan.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

Materials

Cedar

19th Century Meiji Period Cedar and Metal Bound Tansu- Japanese Chest
19th Century Meiji Period Cedar and Metal Bound Tansu- Japanese Chest

19th Century Meiji Period Cedar and Metal Bound Tansu- Japanese Chest

Located in London, GB

This 19th century Meiji period chest is in characteristic lightweight cedar wood with iron bindings and is in two original sections with four long drawers, a short drawer and a cupbo...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Tansu Cedar Elm Chest Sendai Style 19th Century
Japanese Tansu Cedar Elm Chest Sendai Style 19th Century

Japanese Tansu Cedar Elm Chest Sendai Style 19th Century

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H 35.5 in W 47 in D 17.75 in

Japanese Tansu Cedar Elm Chest Sendai Style 19th Century

Located in Monterey, CA

There are metal handles on the sides that you can use to move the piece. Cedar chests are highly valued in Japan for their resistance to humidity and insects.

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Antique Late 19th Century Furniture

19th Century Japanese Clothing Chest
19th Century Japanese Clothing Chest

19th Century Japanese Clothing Chest

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H 44 in W 36 in D 16 in

19th Century Japanese Clothing Chest

Located in Stockbridge, MA

Japanese cedar wood.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Furniture

Materials

Cedar

Antique Japanese Carpenter's Tansu Chest of Drawers
Antique Japanese Carpenter's Tansu Chest of Drawers

Antique Japanese Carpenter's Tansu Chest of Drawers

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H 25 in W 9.5 in D 12 in

Antique Japanese Carpenter's Tansu Chest of Drawers

Located in New York, NY

Japanese Carpenter’s tool chest, constructed of Cedar (sugi, Cryptomeria japonica) with a persimmon stain, with the drawer interiors constructed of Paulownia (kiri, Paulownia tomento...

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

Materials

Copper

Japanese Kanji Character, 3 Drawer Chest by Stuart Welch
Japanese Kanji Character, 3 Drawer Chest by Stuart Welch

Japanese Kanji Character, 3 Drawer Chest by Stuart Welch

Located in Stanwood, WA

A beautifully crafted 3 drawer chest in the form of a Japanese Kanji Character by Stuart Welch a contemporary of Wendell Castlle.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Dressers

Materials

Mahogany, Walnut, Cedar

Kaidan Dansu _ Step Chest
Kaidan Dansu _ Step Chest

Kaidan Dansu _ Step Chest

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H 83 in W 55 in D 34 in

Kaidan Dansu _ Step Chest

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

Step chests were custom made for old Japanese houses to reach the 2nd floor or loft and doubled in function as chests for storage. This piece is made of Keyaki wood which is uncommon...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Stairs

Materials

Cedar

Mizuya/Kitchen Chest
Mizuya/Kitchen Chest

Mizuya/Kitchen Chest

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H 68 in W 72 in D 19.25 in

Mizuya/Kitchen Chest

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

This type of Mizuya came from Kansai area which is around Kytoto and Osaka.
A rich family used to own such a large kitchen chest.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Cabinets

Materials

Cedar, Cypress

Late Edo period chest of drawers for sewing
Late Edo period chest of drawers for sewing

Late Edo period chest of drawers for sewing

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H 6.11 in W 8.27 in D 4.73 in

Late Edo period chest of drawers for sewing

Located in CARLTON, AU

This is a beautifully worn late Edo period small chest of drawers for sewing. Made of Cedar with iron handle and hinge. The whole look is rustic, blackened and simple, with refined d...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Furniture

Materials

Cedar

Cedar and Pine Tansu Chest, Japan, circa 1890
Cedar and Pine Tansu Chest, Japan, circa 1890

Cedar and Pine Tansu Chest, Japan, circa 1890

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H 38.25 in W 34.25 in D 18 in

Cedar and Pine Tansu Chest, Japan, circa 1890

Located in Culver City, CA

Cedar and Pine Tansu Chest Japan, circa 1890 34.25”l x 18”d x 38.25”h.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar, Pine

Japanese Cedar Tansu Chest of Drawers, Edo Period, Late 18th Century
Japanese Cedar Tansu Chest of Drawers, Edo Period, Late 18th Century

Japanese Cedar Tansu Chest of Drawers, Edo Period, Late 18th Century

Located in New York, NY

A seven-drawer Japanese Tansu chest in cedar and elm wood. Edo Period, circa 1780.

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Antique 1780s Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Cedar

Meiji Era Japanese Tansu Chest of Drawers, Cedar Wood, Wabi-Sabi 1868–1912
Meiji Era Japanese Tansu Chest of Drawers, Cedar Wood, Wabi-Sabi 1868–1912

Meiji Era Japanese Tansu Chest of Drawers, Cedar Wood, Wabi-Sabi 1868–1912

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

Made of Japanese cedar and finished with urushi (Japanese lacquer), it has developed a beautifully weathered surface that reflects the quiet dignity of time.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Edo Period Tansu Chest in Cedar and Forged Iron
Edo Period Tansu Chest in Cedar and Forged Iron

Edo Period Tansu Chest in Cedar and Forged Iron

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H 34.65 in W 34.65 in D 17.33 in

Edo Period Tansu Chest in Cedar and Forged Iron

Located in London, GB

An Edo period Tansu chest, constructed from dark heavily patinated cedar with decorative forged iron hardware.

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Antique 1840s Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Medicine Chest 1860s-1900s/Chests of Drawers Storage Tansu
Japanese Antique Medicine Chest 1860s-1900s/Chests of Drawers Storage Tansu

Japanese Antique Medicine Chest 1860s-1900s/Chests of Drawers Storage Tansu

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

A drawer containing old Japanese medicine. Furniture from the Meiji era. (1860s-1900s) The materials are zelkova and cedar. This is very rare. It's a miracle that all the drawe...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Antique Japanese Chest of Drawers, Meiji Period, 19th Century
Antique Japanese Chest of Drawers, Meiji Period, 19th Century

Antique Japanese Chest of Drawers, Meiji Period, 19th Century

Located in Prahran, Victoria

Antique Japanese shop storage chest of 17 drawers, 19th century, Meiji Period.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar, Cypress

Early 20th Century Japanese Choba Tansu Chest with Original Iron Hardware
Early 20th Century Japanese Choba Tansu Chest with Original Iron Hardware

Early 20th Century Japanese Choba Tansu Chest with Original Iron Hardware

Located in Berlin, DE

This early 20th century Japanese Choba Tansu is a beautiful example of traditional Japanese merchant furniture, combining practical storage with strong architectural design. Construc...

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Vintage 1920s Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Antique Japanese Tansu Clothing Chest Bo Ishu-Dansu
Antique Japanese Tansu Clothing Chest Bo Ishu-Dansu

Antique Japanese Tansu Clothing Chest Bo Ishu-Dansu

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H 40.25 in W 34.75 in D 17.25 in

Antique Japanese Tansu Clothing Chest Bo Ishu-Dansu

Located in Portland, OR

Antique clothing chest with upper locking drawers. Taller than standard indicating this was made for a samurai class. Traditional motifs in iron detail and original lacquer finish sh...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Iron

Tansu Chest from Japan, Showa Period, Mid-20th Century
Tansu Chest from Japan, Showa Period, Mid-20th Century

Tansu Chest from Japan, Showa Period, Mid-20th Century

Located in New York, NY

A Tansu chest of drawers from Japan. Showa period, mid-20th century.

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Vintage 1950s Japanese Showa Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

1860s-1900s Japanese Antique Drawer Chest of Drawers Cabinet Wabisabi
1860s-1900s Japanese Antique Drawer Chest of Drawers Cabinet Wabisabi

1860s-1900s Japanese Antique Drawer Chest of Drawers Cabinet Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

1860s-1900s Japanese antique drawer chest of drawers cabinet wabisabi Size: W 300, D 415, H 600.

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Wooden Drawers/1868-1920/Wabisabi Chest of Drawers
Japanese Antique Wooden Drawers/1868-1920/Wabisabi Chest of Drawers

Japanese Antique Wooden Drawers/1868-1920/Wabisabi Chest of Drawers

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is an antique wooden drawer made in the Meiji era to the early Showa era (1868-1920) in Japan.The material is cedar or cypress and the total weight is 23 kg. The handle metal fi...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers,  Meiji Era'1868-1912'Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers,  Meiji Era'1868-1912'Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers, Meiji Era'1868-1912'Wabi Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

The aged texture of the cedar wood gives this chest a sense of depth and warmth.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique, Chests of Drawers, Taisho Period'Early 1900s', Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique, Chests of Drawers, Taisho Period'Early 1900s', Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique, Chests of Drawers, Taisho Period'Early 1900s', Wabi Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This is a Japanese antique chest of drawers. It was made in the Taisho period (1912-1926).

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1860s-1900s/Tansu Commodes Cabinet Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1860s-1900s/Tansu Commodes Cabinet Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1860s-1900s/Tansu Commodes Cabinet Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

It is an old Japanese drawer. Furniture from the Meiji era. (1860-1900s) The material is like cedar. It is a simple and beautiful design. The drawer moves smoothly. Colors u...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Tansu 1860s-1920s / Chest of Drawer Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Tansu 1860s-1920s / Chest of Drawer Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Tansu 1860s-1920s / Chest of Drawer Wabi Sabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a very old chest of drawers made in Japan. This piece of furniture dates back to the Meiji period (1860s-1920s).

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chestnut, Cedar

Japanese Vintage Small Chest of Drawers, Kohikidashi, Early Showa Period (1926–)
Japanese Vintage Small Chest of Drawers, Kohikidashi, Early Showa Period (1926–)

Japanese Vintage Small Chest of Drawers, Kohikidashi, Early Showa Period (1926–)

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

Made of Japanese cedar (sugi), it has a warm, time-worn surface that brings quiet wabi-sabi character without feeling heavy.

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1860s-1920s/Tansu Storage Cabinet Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1860s-1920s/Tansu Storage Cabinet Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1860s-1920s/Tansu Storage Cabinet Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

It is an old Japanese drawer. It is an item from the Meiji era (1860s-1920s). It is made of cedar wood. Simple and beautiful furniture with no waste. The drawers move smoot...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Craftsman Chests of Drawers 1860s-1900s/Tansu Storage Cabinet
Japanese Antique Craftsman Chests of Drawers 1860s-1900s/Tansu Storage Cabinet

Japanese Antique Craftsman Chests of Drawers 1860s-1900s/Tansu Storage Cabinet

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is an old Japanese craftsman's drawer storage. This item is from the Meiji era (1860s-1900s). It is made of cedar wood. It looks like Japanese craftsmen used to store their t...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1800s-1860s/Tansu Storage Cabinet Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1800s-1860s/Tansu Storage Cabinet Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1800s-1860s/Tansu Storage Cabinet Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

It is an old Japanese drawer. It is an item from the Edo period (1800-1860s). It is made of cedar wood. A simple and beautiful drawer. There is no waste. This is black and b...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Old Black Medicine Chest 1800s-1860s/Antique Drawer Storage Cabinet
Japanese Old Black Medicine Chest 1800s-1860s/Antique Drawer Storage Cabinet

Japanese Old Black Medicine Chest 1800s-1860s/Antique Drawer Storage Cabinet

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

It is a drawer that contains old Japanese medicine. Furniture from the Edo period. (1800s-1860s) The material is cedar. This is very rare. It is miraculous that all the drawer ...

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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s/Tansu Storage Chests of Drawers Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s/Tansu Storage Chests of Drawers Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s/Tansu Storage Chests of Drawers Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is an old Japanese craftsman drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1920s). It is made of cedar wood. It appears to have been used by Japanese craftsme...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Tansu 1800s-1860s/Chest of Drawers Cabinet Sideboard Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Tansu 1800s-1860s/Chest of Drawers Cabinet Sideboard Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Tansu 1800s-1860s/Chest of Drawers Cabinet Sideboard Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

It is an old Japanese chest. In Japan this is called "Kuruma Nagamochi". Furniture from the end of the Edo period. (1800s-1860s) It is an era called "Bakumatsu". I used to stor...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1860s-1920s/Tansu Commodes Cabinet Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1860s-1920s/Tansu Commodes Cabinet Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1860s-1920s/Tansu Commodes Cabinet Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

It is an old Japanese drawer. Furniture from the Meiji era. (1860-1920s) The material is like cedar and zelkova. Japan at that time was very poor, and only wealthy families coul...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Japanese Antique Chests Of Drawers, Meiji Era'1868-1912', Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Chests Of Drawers, Meiji Era'1868-1912', Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Chests Of Drawers, Meiji Era'1868-1912', Wabi Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This is a Japanese chest of drawers crafted during the Meiji era (1868-1912). Featuring a slim design, it offers practical storage with six drawers. The wood shows areas where the f...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Wooden Chest of Drawers/1868-1920/Meiji Period/Tansu
Japanese Antique Wooden Chest of Drawers/1868-1920/Meiji Period/Tansu

Japanese Antique Wooden Chest of Drawers/1868-1920/Meiji Period/Tansu

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

We have a unique Japanese aesthetic sense. And only we can introduce unique items through our purchasing channels in Japan and the experience we have gained so far, in such a way tha...

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1800s-1860s/Tansu Storage Cabinet Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1800s-1860s/Tansu Storage Cabinet Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1800s-1860s/Tansu Storage Cabinet Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

It is an old Japanese drawer. It is an item from the Edo period (1800s-1860s). It is a simple and beautiful drawer. There is no waste. This is black and beautiful. Why is it...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Old Chests of Drawers 1860s-1900s/Antique Tansu Commodes Wabisabi Shelf
Japanese Old Chests of Drawers 1860s-1900s/Antique Tansu Commodes Wabisabi Shelf

Japanese Old Chests of Drawers 1860s-1900s/Antique Tansu Commodes Wabisabi Shelf

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

It is an old Japanese drawer. Furniture from the Meiji era. (1860s-1900s) The material is like cedar. It is a simple and beautiful design. The drawer moves smoothly and is in g...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Black Storage 1860s-1920s/Tansu Chests of Drawers Sofa Table
Japanese Antique Black Storage 1860s-1920s/Tansu Chests of Drawers Sofa Table

Japanese Antique Black Storage 1860s-1920s/Tansu Chests of Drawers Sofa Table

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

It is an old Japanese storage. It is an item from the Meiji era (1860s-1920s). It is made of cedar trees. A simple and beautiful drawer. There is no waste. It can also be us...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Small Chest of Drawers, Taisho Era (1912–1926), Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Small Chest of Drawers, Taisho Era (1912–1926), Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Small Chest of Drawers, Taisho Era (1912–1926), Wabi Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This compact three-drawer chest is crafted from Japanese cedar (sugi), with drawer fronts in chestnut (kuri).

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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chestnut, Cedar

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers"tansu", Meiji Era'1868-1912', Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers"tansu", Meiji Era'1868-1912', Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers"tansu", Meiji Era'1868-1912', Wabi Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This antique chests of drawers was crafted in the Late Meiji Era(1868-1912).

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Small Chest of Drawers, Meiji Era '1868-1912'Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Small Chest of Drawers, Meiji Era '1868-1912'Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Small Chest of Drawers, Meiji Era '1868-1912'Wabi Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This small chest of drawers was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868-1912). It features three drawers that combine functionality with the charm of aged craftsmanship. The piece showcase...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Chests Of Drawers / Tansu Storage / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi
Japanese Antique Chests Of Drawers / Tansu Storage / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi

Japanese Antique Chests Of Drawers / Tansu Storage / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi

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

This is an old Japanese cabinet. It seems to be around the Meiji period, and the material is made of cedar. There are 20 drawers of 3 different sizes. The handle is a black metal ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Medicine Chest / Tansu Drawer Cabinet / 1887-1896s Wabi-Sabi
Japanese Antique Medicine Chest / Tansu Drawer Cabinet / 1887-1896s Wabi-Sabi

Japanese Antique Medicine Chest / Tansu Drawer Cabinet / 1887-1896s Wabi-Sabi

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

This is an old Japanese medicine chest. It's called "Medicine Tansu" in Japan.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Copper, Iron

Japanese Antique, Chest of Drawers Meiji Period, Late 19th Century, Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique, Chest of Drawers Meiji Period, Late 19th Century, Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique, Chest of Drawers Meiji Period, Late 19th Century, Wabi Sabi

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This is a very old chest of drawers from the Early Meiji period. (late 1800s) Materials are cedarwood for the case and chestnut for the drawer faces This has a beautiful black colo...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Chestnut, Cedar

Japanese Antique Chest Of Drawers / Cabinet Tansu / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Minge
Japanese Antique Chest Of Drawers / Cabinet Tansu / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Minge

Japanese Antique Chest Of Drawers / Cabinet Tansu / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Minge

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

This is an old Japanese drawer. There is a random beauty due to natural changes. It is believed to have been used in the Tohoku region of Japan, and the material is made of cedar. ...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Antique Japanese Tansu
Antique Japanese Tansu

Antique Japanese Tansu

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H 36.5 in W 33.25 in D 15.5 in

Antique Japanese Tansu

Located in East Hampton, NY

Beautiful cedar clothing tansu chest in 2 pieces....

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20th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Late Edo Period Japanese Drawers Wabi Sabi
Late Edo Period Japanese Drawers Wabi Sabi

Late Edo Period Japanese Drawers Wabi Sabi

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H 21.26 in W 11.42 in D 16.54 in

Late Edo Period Japanese Drawers Wabi Sabi

Located in London, GB

A set of heavily patinated cedar Japanese drawers from the late Edo period. 9 drawers in total with many age old repairs.

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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Vintage Drawer, Early Showa Period '1926-'
Japanese Vintage Drawer, Early Showa Period '1926-'

Japanese Vintage Drawer, Early Showa Period '1926-'

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H 28.08 in W 11.7 in D 17.6 in

Japanese Vintage Drawer, Early Showa Period '1926-'

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This vintage drawer was crafted in the Early Showa Period '1926-'. Made of cedar wood, it is solidly constructed and shows the beautiful signs of aging. The surface of the wood has...

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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Drawer / Storage / Meiji Period WabiSabi
Japanese Antique Drawer / Storage / Meiji Period WabiSabi

Japanese Antique Drawer / Storage / Meiji Period WabiSabi

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

This is an old wooden drawer in Japan. It seems to be around the Meiji period. The material is cedar, and the handle is equipped with a strong iron object at that time. It seems t...

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Small Drawer 1860s-1900s
Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Small Drawer 1860s-1900s

Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Small Drawer 1860s-1900s

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H 14.97 in W 17.92 in D 12.01 in

Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Small Drawer 1860s-1900s

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Very old Japanese small drawer. This furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is made of cedar wood. The round handles are made of iron. These drawers are tasteful, rust...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Tansu 1920s-1940s / Bamboo decoration / cabinet
Japanese Antique Tansu 1920s-1940s / Bamboo decoration / cabinet

Japanese Antique Tansu 1920s-1940s / Bamboo decoration / cabinet

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a very old Japanese cabinet. It dates from the early Showa period (1920s-1940s). It is made of cedar. It is decorated with bamboo and has a traditional Japanese design. B...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Tansu Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Tansu Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Tansu Wabi Sabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Very old drawer storage made in Japan. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). Material is cedar. The handles are made of iron. The design is simple and lean. It is th...

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Antique Late 1800s (Meiji Era) Japanese Kansai Style Cedar Merchant Chest Tansu
Antique Late 1800s (Meiji Era) Japanese Kansai Style Cedar Merchant Chest Tansu

Antique Late 1800s (Meiji Era) Japanese Kansai Style Cedar Merchant Chest Tansu

Located in Centennial, CO

A stunning antique late 1800s Japanese Kansai style cedar merchant chest / tansu with multiple compartments, doors, and drawers.

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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Cabinets

Materials

Iron

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Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

Very old Japanese drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). Material is cedar wood. The handles are made of iron. The design is ultimately simple and lea...

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19th C. Bleached-Out Two Part Japanese Tansu Wabi Sabi

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A bleached-out 19th C. (early Meiji) Japanese two part campaign tansu/chest of drawers.

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Antique Meiji Era Japanese Kansai Style Cypress and Cedar Merchant's Tansu Chest

Located in Centennial, CO

A stunning Japanese antique Meiji Era Kansai style cyprus and cedar merchant's tansu chest with multiple doors and drawers.

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Charred Edo Period Wabi Sabi Tansu/Chest Of Drawers

Located in London, GB

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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Japanese Cedar Chests For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of Japanese cedar chests for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique Japanese cedar chests was constructed with extraordinary care, often using cedar, wood and metal. Japanese cedar chests have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century.

How Much are Japanese Cedar Chests?

Prices for Japanese cedar chests can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, Japanese cedar chests begin at $800 and can go as high as $12,500, while the average can fetch as much as $2,488.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

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