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Korean Tansu Chest, 19th Century
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Crafted of solid woods, this chest features wonderful handmade hardware and rivets.
There are three small drawers as well as two larger compartments.
Category
Antique 19th Century Korean Furniture
Materials
Wood
Large Japanese Tansu, 19th C
Located in Washington, DC
This unusually large19th Century Tansu is made from Keyaki wood, a highly prized Japanese hardwood
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron, Bronze
19th C Antique Korean Tansu
Located in Stamford, CT
19th C Antique Korean Tansu
Category
Antique 19th Century South Korean Cabinets
19th Century Korean Elm Tansu with Brass Decoration
Located in Macclesfield, GB
An exceptional quality and highly decorated Korean Joseon Dynasty three-tier sam-cheung-jang Tansu
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Korean Furniture
Materials
Brass
Korean Tansu
Located in Pasadena, CA
19th century Korean Tansu. Decorative iron covers most of the surface. This piece reads well with a
Category
Antique 19th Century Korean Cabinets
Materials
Iron
$1,500
Antique Tansu
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A wonderful antique 2 part Japanese tansu.
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Cabinets
Materials
Elm
$1,200
Sendai Tansu
Located in New York, NY
Kiri-wood Sendai-Tansu used to store kimonos and clothing. With original iron-work and fittings
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
$3,500
JAPANESE TANSU
Located in Washington, DC
TWO TONED, 19TH CENTURY JAPANESE TANSU. KIRI WOOD WITH ORIGINAL HEAY IRON HARDWARE
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
$3,600
19TH C. JAPANESE TANSU CHEST WITH DESIGN
Located in New York, NY
A fascinating and unusual antique tansu chest with design.
In three pieces - base
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Kimono Tansu
Located in New York, NY
Cherry wood Japanese Kimono chest with traditional fan hardware motif.
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
$7,500
Tansu
Located in East Hampton, NY
19thC. Q'ing Dynasty Shanxi Japanese Inspired Kitchen Tansu that Separates into 2 Buffets
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Cupboards
$8,500
Japanese Tansu Chest
Located in Round Top, TX
, each fitted with hand-forged iron handles and hardware, 19th century.
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
$2,800
Wood Tansu
Located in Hudson, NY
Wood tansu with wrought iron hardware.
Category
Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
$1,800
Japanese Tansu Chest
Located in Hudson, NY
Japanese Tansu two part chest with iron mountings and handles.
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
$2,500
Futon Tansu - JR 78
Located in Culver City, CA
Futon Tansu from Japan, 19th Century
Category
Antique 19th Century Furniture
$4,750
JAPANESE STACKING TANSU
Located in San Francisco, CA
The pine and keyaki wood two part Tansu contains 4 sliding doors above two large sliders with wire
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Cabinets
$4,250
Nice Japanese Tansu
Located in Stamford, CT
Handsome chest in two parts with tambour sliding doors
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Cabinets
Materials
Wood
$2,600
Antique Tansu Chest Coffer Trunk Blanket Box Japanese, 19th Century
Located in Longdon, Tewkesbury
Antique 19th century Japanese hardwood travelling chest, the rectangular hinged top with fall front
Category
Antique 19th Century Blanket Chests
Materials
Hardwood
Small Red Painted Tansu
Located in New York, NY
Small Kiriwood Tansu with Two Drawers and Sliding Cabinet Doors revealing 3-tiered shelving system.
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Cabinets
$3,500
Meji Period Clothing Tansu
Located in San Francisco, CA
A very nice and large Meji Period clothing tansu. Made in two stacking parts. The decorative iron
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Cabinets
Japanese Tansu
Located in East Hampton, NY
Late 19thC. Japanese 2 part tansu from Enshu Japan
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
$4,800
Japanese Tansu
Located in Houston, TX
Antique Japanese Tansu made in 2 sections with great iron hardware.
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Furniture
Materials
Iron
$1,250
a small traveling tansu
Located in Brooklyn, NY
a tansu for carrying books and stationary, made of Japanese cedar and hand made iron details, this
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Night Stands
Materials
Iron
Japanese Tansu
Located in East Hampton, NY
Mid to late 19thC. Japnese Tansu with original Iron Trim
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Softwood
$3,500
Tansu Case
Located in Hudson, NY
Wooden tansu case with two large drawers. Metal handles on drawers and sides. Ebony finish.
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$2,750
12 Drawer Tansu - JS 69
Located in Culver City, CA
12 Drawer Tansu from Japan with Cane Wraped top and legs, 19th Century
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Furniture
$1,600
Small Antique Japanese Tansu
Located in Houston, TX
Small antique Japanese tansu with handmade hardware and great color old surface. It is only 22
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Furniture
Materials
Wood
Handsome Vintage Tansu Chest
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
Vintage Tansu chest with ornate iron hardware.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Asian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pair of Tansu cabinets
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Asymetrical pair of cabinets mounted on new iron bases. Great height as bedside tables or at end of sofas
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Cabinets
Materials
Iron
$3,200
Meiji Era Tansu Chest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Small ko danso storage chest from Japan, Meiji period. Made of kiri wood. Wear on wood and iron hardware is consistent with age and use.
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture
Materials
Metal
$3,200
Cho Dansu Tansu Chest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Japanese cho dansu merchant’s storage chest made of kiri wood and iron hardware. Wear on wood and irony hardware is consistent with age and use.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
$1,500
Pair of antique Tansu chests
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Extra wide Korean Tansu chests with beautiful original patina and graphic metalwork now mounted on
Category
Antique 19th Century Korean Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Japanese Kitchen Tansu
Located in East Hampton, NY
Late 19thC. Japanese Kitchen Tansu with Original Iron Trim
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Night Stands
$3,500
Kanto 2 Piece Tansu Chest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Japanese two piece tansu clothing chest from the Meiji period (1868 –1912). This hails from the
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Furniture
Materials
Iron
Pair of painted Korean Tansus
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unusual pair of naively painted chests. Good as end tables or cabinets. Great patina.
Category
Antique 19th Century Korean Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Tansu Japan Two-Section Clothing Chest Bedside or Side Table, Meiji 19th Century
Located in Monterey, CA
Japanese Tansu chest constructed entirely of paulownia with large iron wart style (mountain fern
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Japanese Tansu
Located in Montecito, CA
A fine example of a double stacking kimono chest with lockable compartment and key. The intricate hand wrought iron hardware of the escutcheons is incised with lotus blossoms. The fi...
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Furniture
Materials
Iron
$1,695
Antique Japanese Clothing Tansu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unusual metal work on outside doors. 4 clothing drawers inside.
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wrought Iron
Antique Japanese Clothing Tansu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic tansu with complete original hardware. Two piece. Could be used as side or end tables as
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Furniture
2 Part Lacquered Tansu - JR 54
Located in Culver City, CA
2 part Lacquered Tansu, from Japan 19th Century
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Furniture
Materials
Metal
Japanese Edo Period Tansu
Located in Santa Fe, NM
This two part Tansu is notable for its handmade heavy iron hardware. Has a locking safe on the
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Furniture
Materials
Wood
Important Japanese Decorated Lacquer Isho Tansu Chest
Located in Hudson, NY
carved rosewood stand.
Minor gilt wear and some age cracks.
Japan, 18th-19th century. Measures: 49
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Cabinets
Materials
Metal
Pair of Japanese Tansus mounted as bedside tables
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful distressed lacquered tansus mounted on iron bases. Great rustic patina. Drawers lined in
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Night Stands
Materials
Iron
Ko Dansu Tansu Chest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Meiji period Ko dansu (small chest) from Yamagata Prefecture, Japan. Made of all kiri wood, the iron lockplact on this chest features a butterfly crest design.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$4,100
Tansu Custom Hangai Low Boy Orange Red Beauty
Located in San Francisco, CA
This Hangai (double) Tansu is has a custom made steel bracket to hold both pieces to create a long
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Late 19thC Triple Tansu Japanese Chest
Located in Stamford, CT
Offered here is a Tansu Japanese Chest. Since Japanese homes were so small in the 19th century
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Japanese Tansu, Two Part in Cedar Elm
Located in Hudson, NY
A period Tansu from the late 19th century. Beautiful hardware and color.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Anglo-Japanese Cabinets
Black Lacquer/Red Stained Isho Tansu
Located in New York, NY
A transparent red lacquered cedar casing contains three full-width drawers in a slight recess above one deeper drawer and a square door enclosing two small drawers, all in highly pol...
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wrought Iron
Two-Piece Japanese Stacked Tansu Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two-piece stacked Japanese tansu chest of drawers with original hardware.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Dressers
Materials
Wood
Japanese Kiri Wood
Wrought Iron Tansu Chest
Located in Seattle, WA
Exceptional two-section Isho kasane-dansu (clothing chest) from Hiroshima. Heavily constructed Kiri wood (Paulownia) façade, case and interiors. The wood has been left unfinished and...
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wrought Iron
Japanese Isho Tansu with Black Lacquer Casing
Located in New York, NY
Black lacquer casing encloses three figured paulownia-fronted drawers in a recess above four drawers of various sizes. The recessed drawers close with a removable strap lock of iron ...
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wrought Iron
Japanese Tansu Pair Console Sideboard Storage Bedside Table Chest Bronze Beige
Located in Monterey, CA
This Japanese Tansu is from the Nihonmatsu, Fukushima prefecture in the Meiji period circa 1880
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture
Materials
Bronze
Japanese Tansu Light Wood Kiri Black Hardware Chest Side Table Bedside Table
Located in Monterey, CA
Japanese tansu chest constructed of kiri with large iron handles and massive iron lock plates with
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Furniture
Materials
Wood
Japanese Tansu Wood Kiri Iron Turtle Crane Hardware Chest Side Table Bedside
Located in Monterey, CA
Japanese Tansu chest constructed of kiri with large iron handles and massive iron lock plates with
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Furniture
Materials
Wood
Japanese Tansu Light Wood Kiri Iron Hardware Chest Side Table Bedside Table
Located in Monterey, CA
Japanese Tansu chest constructed of kiri with large iron handles and massive iron lock plates with
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Furniture
Materials
Wood
Japanese Tansu Light Wood Kiri Red Black Hardware Chest Side Table Bedside Table
Located in Monterey, CA
Japanese tansu chest constructed of kiri with large iron handles and massive iron lock plates with
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Furniture
Materials
Wood
Japanese Kasane Dansu
Located in San Francisco, CA
leaf design adorns the sides of the chests. Two section tansu are very versatile. It can be separated
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Furniture
$4,050
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19th Century Tansu For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the 19th century tansu you’re looking for at 1stDibs. A 19th century tansu — often made from wood, metal and iron — can elevate any home. A 19th century tansu made by Folk Art designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made 19th century tansu over the years, but those crafted by Japanese School are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a 19th Century Tansu?
Prices for a 19th century tansu can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $400 and can go as high as $22,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,108.
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.
Questions About 19th Century Tansu
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022British artist John Singer Sargent was one of the most important portrait painters of the 19th century. Other notable portraitists from the period include James Abbott McNeill Whistler, Eugène Delacroix, Théodore Géricault, Gustave Courbet, Édouard Manet, Mary Cassat, Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of portrait paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The French painters of the 19th century worked in two styles. Neoclassicism dominated the first half of the century, and Impressionism was the most common style during the second half. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of French paintings.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Yes, there were cannons in the 16th century. The history of the weapon dates back to 12th-century China. Historical records suggest that the first cannons appeared in Europe during the Islamic wars in Iberia in the 13th century. Find a range of antique cannons on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, the history of glass-making goes back much further than the 1600s. It’s believed that they were making glass in different parts of the world at least 3,600 years ago, maybe even longer. During the late Bronze Age in Egypt and in Western Asia, glassmarking advanced significantly and was manipulated extensively to produce vessels, jewelry, and works of art. Shop a range of antique and vintage glass on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, wedding rings have a long history, stretching back to ancient Egypt. The first diamond engagement ring was created in 1477 by Archduke Maximillian of Austria. Browse a wide array of vintage and contemporary wedding rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In the 18th century, art changed in style from Baroque to Rococo and Neoclassicism. Art became more ornamented and idealized during the Rococo period and then shifted toward a style that emulated the artwork of ancient Greece and Rome near the end of the century. You’ll find a variety of fine art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify 18th-century furniture, you can research your piece in the context of the prevailing styles of the period or consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. To identify your item on your own, look over it for maker's marks, such as carvings, stamps, brands and labels. Researching the marking can help you determine the maker of your piece, and from there, you can search further to learn more about your particular item. Without a maker's mark, the best approach is to consider the characteristics of the dominant furniture styles during the 18th century. In England, these included William and Mary, Queen Anne, Georgian, Chippendale, Hepplewhite and Sheraton. Some French furniture styles of the 1700s include Louis XV, Louis XVI and Régence. Find a diverse assortment of 18th-century furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What painting is the most important of the 20th century is largely a matter of personal opinion. Some notable works produced during the period include Paul Cézanne's Mont Sainte-Victoire, Pablo Picasso's Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, Henri Matisse's The Dance and Jackson Pollock's Lavender Mist. Shop a large selection of 20th-century paintings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A variety of furniture was used during the 16th century. Items commonly found in homes include high-backed armchairs, chests, stools, benches and cupboards. Most European artisans active during the time period produced pieces out of oak wood. Find a large collection of antique furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What 17th-century furniture is called varies. The general term for all furniture produced 100 years ago, including 17th-century pieces, is antique furniture. You may also choose to be more specific and describe a piece by its style. Theatrical and lavish, the Baroque style was prevalent across Europe from the 17th to the mid-18th century and spread around the world through colonialism, including in Asia, Africa and the Americas. Baroque furniture was extravagant in all aspects, from shape to materials. 17th-century pieces from England often feature characteristics of the William and Mary style, such as crisp lines, maple and walnut veneers, inlaid bands and C-scroll ornaments. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of antique furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One way to check if your brass candlesticks are from the 18th century is to look for the two seams running lengthwise on either side. This is from when the candlestick was molded in two halves and then soldered together. You’ll find a variety of candlesticks of all shapes and sizes from some of the top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Sir Isaac Newton invented the reflector telescope in the 17th century. He created it as a replacement for the refracting telescope, which tended to have poor optics. Find a collection of antique and vintage telescopes on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 202217th-century Dutch portraiture has many similarities to other Baroque paintings, including rich colors, dark shadows and intense lighting. Many famous Dutch Baroque works lean toward realism. In Dutch portraiture, props and detailed backgrounds are uncommon. You'll find a collection of Dutch Baroque paintings from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025The individuals considered the Big Three of 18th-century cartoons are William Hogarth, James Gillray and George Cruikshank. Although the 18th century saw a widespread increase in illustrations in newspapers, these three illustrators were particularly well-known for their work. Hogarth's work was extremely diverse, ranging from serious, realistic paintings and portraits to satirical and moralistic illustrations filled with symbolism. A British caricaturist, Gillray is remembered today for his artworks representing political and social satires, like his political cartoons against George III of England. Despite being a prolific caricaturist, Cruikshank is now most famous for illustrating the works of Charles Dickens. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of illustrations.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022At the end of the 17th century, Europe went into a frenzy over porcelain. Asian porcelain was highly sought after, and spurred the foundation of the Meissen factory in France, where hard porcelain went on to be made. You’ll find a large collection of porcelain pieces from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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