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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

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Cedar

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

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Cedar

Japanese Antique cabinet "mizuya tansu" Meiji Era 1868-1912 , Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique cupboard was crafted in the Late Meiji Era(1868-1912). Crafted in an aged black finish, this cabinet exudes a sense of timeless elegance, perfect for adding character t...
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

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Wood, Cedar

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

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Cedar

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
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Japonisme Cabinets

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Iron

Japanese Antique Small Drawer /Storage Tansu / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese small drawer. It seems to be around the Meiji period, and the material is made of zelkova. There are 5 drawers, and the size gets bigger as you go from top ...
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

Japanese Antique Large Black Mizuya Tansu /Cabinet Cupboard 1868-1912s Wabi-sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
It is an old Japanese cupboard called "Mizuya Tansu". "Mizuya" means a place that deals with water
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

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Wood, Cedar, Pine

Japanese Antique Black Drawer / Cabinet Tansu / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese black chest of drawers. It seems to be around the Meiji period, and the material is made of cedar. It is a very simple design with almost no metal fittings. ...
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

Japanese Antique Small Drawer /Storage Tansu / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese drawer. It seems to be around the Meiji period, and the material is made of cedar. There are 3 drawers, each with a slightly different size. Compared to ge...
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

Japanese Antique Chests Of Drawers / Tansu Storage / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, 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

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Iron

Japanese Antique Large Black Tansu / Cabinet Sideboard / 1868-1912s Wabi-sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese cabinet. It originally came with a drawer, but it is an original product that was customized and converted into a cabinet with legs. It was used in the Toho...
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

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Wood, Cedar, Cherry, Pine

Antique Japanese Meiji Era c1880 Clothing Kimono Tansu Chest Keyaki Wood 36"H
Located in Portland, OR
. Ishodansu were used to store precious kimono, obi and accessories. This tansu chest is made with pegged
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Japanese Antique Black Tansu / Sideboard Exhibition Table / 1860-1900s Wabi-sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is a storage furniture that was used very old in Japan and is called "Kurumanagamochi". It is said that if a disaster such as a fire occurs, it was placed near the entrance of ...
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Sideboards

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Wood, Cedar, Pine

Antique Japanese Meiji Era c1880 s Yonezawa Clothing Tansu Chest Keyaki Wood 42"
Located in Portland, OR
used to store precious kimono, obi and accessories. It features the distinctive hardware of tansu made
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Antique Japanese Edo Era (c 1860) Bodansu Personal Tansu Red Lacquer 24"W
Located in Portland, OR
locked out. This tansu has a red lacquer finish and all the hardware is hand forged iron with the burnt
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Japanese Antique Black Drawer 1800s-1860s/Tansu Chests of Drawers Wabi-Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese drawer. It is from the Edo period (1800s-1860s). It is made of walnut wood. It is a beautiful drawer. The design is simple and lean. It is the ulti...
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

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). Crafted from cedar wood, it boasts a rustic allure, perfect for those seeking ample storage space. Ideal...
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cedar

Japanese Antique Large Wooden Box 1850s-1900s/Sofa Table Coffee Table Tansu
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
It is a big old Japanese black wooden box. It is an item from the Meiji era (1860s-1900s). The material is cedar. This is simple and cool. This is black and beautiful. Why i...
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Sideboards

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Cedar

Japanese Antique Chest Of Drawers / Cabinet Tansu / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Minge
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, 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

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Iron

Vintage Javanese Staircase Tansu in Japanese Style with Four Drawers and Doors
Located in Yonkers, NY
and double-door cabinet. Inspired by a 19th century Japanese design, this staircase tansu features a
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Mid-20th Century Javanese Cabinets

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Wood

Unique Wabi Sabi Japanese Coffee Table
Located in London, GB
Charred cedar top on late 19th century. Two door cedar tansu base. Good strong design with ample
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Antique 19th Century Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Cedar

Japanese Meiji Late 19th Century Tansu Chest with Drawers and Sliding Doors
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Meiji period wooden tansu chest from the late 19th century, with six drawers, sliding
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

19th Century Tansu Bedside Tables
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of handsome, functional tansus with two drawers each and all original hardware atop custom
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Night Stands

Japanese 19th Century Tansu Chest
Located in East Hampton, NY
This handsome Japanese tansu chest was stripped of its red finish and waxed, giving it a simpler
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Pair of 19th Century Tansu Nightstands
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mid-19th century natural light colored kiri wood Tansus on iron bases. Hand-forged iron hardware
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Japonisme Night Stands

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Iron

Pair of 19th Century Tansu Bedside Cabinets
Located in London, GB
Japan, circa 1860 A pair of late nineteenth century Tansu elm bedside cabinets with three lowers
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Night Stands

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Wrought Iron

Japanese Meiji Period 19th Century Tansu Three-Drawer Chest with Handles
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Japanese Meiji period tansu chest from the 19th century, with three drawers, carrying
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Japanese Meiji Period 19th Century Tansu Chest with Sliding Chest and Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
Japanese Meiji period Tansu clothing chest from the 19th century with two sliding doors, six
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

19th Century Shop Chest Tansu from Japan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large scale 19th century Tansu chest from Japan with seven drawers and sliding doors. Within the
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Antique 19th Century Edo Cabinets

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Wood

Japanese 19th Century Kiri Wood Tansu Clothing Chest with Three Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese kiri wood tansu clothing chest from the 19th century with three drawers and brass
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

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Wood

Japanese Kiri Wood Tansu Clothing Cabinet with Iron Accents, 19th Century
Located in Yonkers, NY
Japanese clothing cabinet. This 19th century Tansu was made with Kiri wood and iron hardware. This Tansu
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Cabinets

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Brass

19th Century Japanese Tansu
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large scale tansu with four drawers. Flora and fauna motif in the hardware. Beautiful and delicate
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Antique 19th Century Asian Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

19th Century Ogi Tansu Console
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th c. Japanese Ogi tansu with removable cabinet doors. One shelf inside. Nice patina and hand
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Console Tables

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Iron

19th Century Japanese Tansu on Iron Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very functional, hinoki wood Japanese tansu on custom iron base. This tansu has four drawers and
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Antique 19th Century Furniture

Materials

Wood

Late 19th Century Japanese Ko Tansu Chest
Located in Sacramento, CA
Late 19th century Japanese Ko Tansu wooden chest of drawers. The chest has five drawers and one
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

19th Century Japanese Tansu on Iron Base
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very functional, hinoki wood Japanese tansu on custom iron base. This tansu has five drawers and
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Furniture

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Iron

Late 19th Century Cypress Tansu
Located in New York, NY
This tansu was made in Japan in the 1870s. It is comprised of two chests crafted from cypress. The
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

19th Century Meiji Era Antique Japanese Tansu
Located in Peabody, MA
19th century Japanese tansu Meiji period chest, featuring a rich dark amber lacquered finish and
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

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Iron

19th Century Japanese Wheeled Merchant Tansu Chest
Located in San Francisco, CA
This impressive Edo period tansu was made in the early to mid-19th century. It is a difficult to
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Furniture

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Metal, Steel

Pair of 19th Century Low Japanese Tansus, Nightstands
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 19th century Japanese tansus on custom iron bases. Sold as a pair. All original hardware
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Night Stands

Meiji Period Kiri Wood Tansu, Japan 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
original condition. Japanese, 19th century.
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

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Iron

19th Century Japanese Shop Tansu, Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century Japanese double stacked (two tansus) with drawers. Can be separated into two separate
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

19th Century Korean Tansu Bandaji Chest
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Distinctive Korean Tansu Bandaji style chest or blanket chest made of elm. Featuring iron hardware
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Antique 19th Century Korean Campaign Furniture

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Iron

19th Century Six-Drawer Japanese Tansu Shop Chest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wide six-drawer shop chest with original bamboo nails and decorative iron hardware. A handsome entry piece or a place to store your art work. Custom iron base. Sturdy, functional Cla...
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Late 19th Century Meiji Era Tansu Chest
Located in Peabody, MA
A late 19th century, Meiji period merchant's tansu chest in elmwood with remarkable metalwork inset
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Meiji Period Chestnut Tansu, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
A beautifully proportioned Meiji period chestnut wood tansu with original iron hardware. Japan
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Furniture

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Iron

Pair of Mid-19th Century Japanese Tansu
Located in Chicago, IL
Traditionally designed to be portable and functional, Japanese tansu chests were versatile storage
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

Materials

Iron

Early 19th Century Japanese Tansu with Calligraphy Original Iron
Located in Somis, CA
A very special Japanese tansu from the early 19th century Edo period. Of typical form with a hinged
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Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Furniture

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Wrought Iron

Large 19th Century Japanese Tansu Storage Chest with Sliding Doors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19th century Japanese tansu chest used for storing bedding. Cabinet has three drawers and a pair of
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Cabinets

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Wood

Japanese 19th Century Meiji Tansu Traveling Chest with Multiple Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Meiji period tansu traveling chest from the 19th century with multiple drawers, and iron
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Late 19th Century Meiji Period Kasane Tansu Chest on Chest
Located in Peabody, MA
A late 19th century, Meiji period Kasane Tansu chest on chest from the Yonezawa region of Japan
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

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Iron

Late 19th Century Japanese Tansu Chest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Japanese wood Tansu chest of drawers with original iron hardware. Made in Japan circa 1870s.
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Antique 1870s Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

Japanese Kiri Wood Tansu, Meiji Late 19th - Early 20th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
cedar. In excellent condition, the inside is very clean. Japan, late 19th - early 20th century.
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

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Iron

Japanese 19th Century Meiji Period Tall Five-Drawer Clothing Tansu Chest
Located in Yonkers, NY
A tall Japanese Meiji period tansu clothing chest from the 19th century, with five drawers, dark
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

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Iron

Japanese 19th Century Meiji Period Sendai Clothing Tansu with Bronze Hardware
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese 19th century Sendai tansu (Isho-dansu) clothing cabinet with drawers and elaborate
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

19th Century Japanese Staircase Wooden Tansu Cabinet with Two Drawers and Door
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese staircase tansu cabinet from the 19th century, with two drawers and doors. Born in Japan
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Wood

Late 19th Century Korean Tansu Elmwood Cabinet with Brass Mounts
Located in Milford, NH
A beautiful example of a late 19th century Korean elmwood cabinet with brass mounts, four small
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Antique Late 19th Century Korean Furniture

Materials

Brass

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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, 2022
    British 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, 2022
    The 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, 2022
    Yes, 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, 2022
    Yes, 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, 2022
    Yes, 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, 2022
    In 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, 2024
    To 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, 2022
    What 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, 2022
    A 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, 2024
    What 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, 2022
    One 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, 2022
    Sir 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, 2022
    17th-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, 2025
    The 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, 2022
    At 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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