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Japanese Antique Black Tansu / Drawer Cabinet Storage / 1868-1912s Wabi-Sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese black chest of drawers.
It's called "Tansu" in Japan.
It was used in the
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Wood, Cedar
Japanese Antique Large Black Tansu /Drawer Cabinet Storage /1868-1912s Wabi-Sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese black chest of drawers.
In Japan, it is called "Tansu".
It seems to be
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Wood, Cedar
Japanese Antique Black Drawer 1860s-1900s / Mingei Wabi Sabi Tansu Cabinet
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
cedar wood.
The handles are made of iron.
It is a beautiful drawer.
The design is simple and lean
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Small Sliding Door Cabinet, Taisho Era
Early 1900s
, Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
).
This charming antique small cabinet from Japan is crafted with natural cedar wood, showcasing its
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Black Tansu / Storage Drawer Cabinet / 1868s-1912s Wabi-sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
and very beautiful.
The material is cedar, which rubs due to the passage of time and use, and has a
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Wood, Cedar
Japanese antique wooden wabisabi drawer/1868-1920/MINGEI/Meiji-Taisho
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
like this to manage many types.
The wood materials used are cedar and paulownia.
The metal fittings are
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique BK Huge Tansu 1800s-1860s / Storage Cabinet Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
wood and cedar wood.
All fittings are made of iron.
It was found in a samurai family in the Tohoku
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Wood, Cedar
Japanese antique wooden drawer/1788/Edo period/Wabi-Sabi furniture
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
and cedar, and are simple and non-decorative, creating a calm atmosphere.
It's black with soot and
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Late 18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
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
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Drawer 1882s / Tansu Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
writing on the back.
Warm cedar wood is used for the material, and heavy iron is used for the handles
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1880s Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s / Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
made of cedar wood.
The metal fittings are made of iron.
The design is simple and lean.
It is
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Drawer Storage 1900s-1920s / Tansu Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
of quaint cedar wood. The handles are made of iron, preserving the flavor of the period.
The 27
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1910s Japanese Taisho Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1920s / Tansu Nightstand Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
(1860s-1920s) and is made of cedar wood. The handles are made of iron, giving it a robust and rustic
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1920s / Tansu Sideboard
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
).
It is made of cedar wood.
The handles are made of iron.
The design is simple and lean.
It is
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Tansu / Cabinet Drawer Night Table / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
estimated that it was made around the Meiji period.
The material is made of cedar.
Chipping and friction
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Wood, Cedar
Japanese Antique Large Tansu 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
).
The material is cedar wood.
The design is ultimately simple and lean.
This simplicity embodies Japan
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Large Black Tansu /Drawer Cabinet Storage /1868-1912s Wabi-Sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese black chest of drawers.
In Japan, it is called "Tansu".
It seems to be
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Huge Drawer 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
Material is cedar wood.
The handles are made of iron.
The design is rustic
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Storage Cabinets , Taisho Period Early 1900s
, Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
'Chadansu' (tea chest).
Designed for use in the living room, it features drawers and sliding doors for
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Chestnut, Cedar
Japanese Antique Black Drawer / Storage Tansu / 1868s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese drawer.
The material is made of cedar, and the drawer has traces of "Meiji
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1860s Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Black Drawer Storage 1860s-1900s / Tansu Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
-1900s) and is made of cedar wood. Cedar is lightweight yet strong, and was widely used as a highly
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1920s Meiji period / Tansu / Wabisabi /
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an antique Japanese small chest of drawers (小引出し) crafted in the Meiji period (late 19th to
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Storage Box 1800s-1860s/Tansu Contemporary Art Wabisabi Drawer
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
It is an old Japanese storage box.
It is an item from the Edo period (1800s-1860s).
At that time, it seems that it was a storage for money.
You can see that it was a solid struc...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Storage Box with Drawer 1863s/Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
It is an old Japanese storage box.
It is an item from the Edo period (1863s).
Over time, it has sublimated into an art piece.
The drawer is also smooth, so it can also be used a...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s natural color/ Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese black drawer storage.
This is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
The material is Zelkova.
The design is simple and uncluttered.
The color is a natural ...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Small Wooden Drawer / 1865-1868 / Late Edo Period / Storage Box
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a small Japanese wooden drawer.
I think it's a drawer that was used in shops and other places where small tools were put.
The handle is made of iron.
It is a cool drawer...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique 4‑Drawer Storage 1860s-1920s / Tansu Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old Japanese chest of drawers, crafted between the Meiji and Taisho periods (1860s–1920s
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Black Drawer With Paper Pasted / Storage/ 1868-1912s/ Wabi-sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese black chest.
It seems to be around the Meiji period, and the material is
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Small Tansu 1860s-1920s / Storage Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
-1920s).
Material is chestnut and cedar wood.
Simple design with minimal waste.
It is rustic and rugged
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Chestnut, Cedar
Japanese Antique Black Box 1860s-1920s / Tansu Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
).
The material is cedar wood and the metal fittings are iron.
The design is ultimately simple and lean
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Drawer Storage 1860s-1920s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
Meiji and Taisho periods (1860s-1920s).
The material is cedar wood. The handles are made of iron, and
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique 8-Drawer Storage 1860s-1920s / Tansu Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
(1860s-1920s) and is a piece of furniture that combines practicality and beauty.
The material is cedar
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Drawer 1860s-1920s / Tansu
By Axel Vervoordt
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
is mainly cedar wood.
The handle fittings are made of iron.
It has a wonderful taste that has been
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Wood, Cedar
Japanese Antique Black Small Tansu 1860s-1900s / Drawer Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
made of cedar and paulownia wood.
The metal fittings are made of iron.
It is a small but attractive
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Tansu / Drawer Cabinet / 1838s Edo Period / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
made of cedar, pine, and zelkova.
The paper pasted on the drawer says "tabi included", and it is
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1830s Japanese Edo Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Wood, Cedar, Hardwood, Pine
Japanese Antique Drawer / Storage Tansu / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
of paulownia and cedar.
In addition to the reddish tinge that comes with years of use, the
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique, Small drawers, Taisho Period
Early 1900s
, Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This is a small drawers of Japanese antique.
It was made in the Taisho period. (1912-1926)
This practical storage item has a simple, warm and attractive design. Made of Japanese ced...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Black Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
cedar and paulownia.
The metal fittings are made of iron.
It is an attractive furniture with wonderful
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Iron
Antique
Eastlake
Brooks Brothers Dresser in Walnut with Marble Top, U.S, 1890s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
backside and remains in original condition.
This dresser is completely handmade in walnut and cedar
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1890s American Eastlake Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Brass
Antique Japanese Meiji Era Chobu Tansu Chest
Located in Peabody, MA
A chobu (merchant’s) chest in Japanese cedar and elm woods featuring original hand forged iron
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Iron
Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Black Tansu 1860s-1900s / Chests Cabinet
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
period.
It is constructed from cedar wood, a material deeply rooted in Japanese architecture and everyday
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Wood, Cedar
Japanese Antique Wooden Drawer Chest / 1800s / Wabi-Sabi Tansu
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
imitate.
This is a drawer chest made from the late Edo period to the Meiji period.
Probably it was
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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Drawers / 1868-1930 Old Wabisa Drawers / tansu chest
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
material is cedar.
The cedar wood and wood grain are loose and have a gentle atmosphere.
Simple and
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Wooden Drawer Chest / 1900s / Wabi-Sabi Tansu
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
drawer-type chest of drawers made between the end of the Edo period and the Meiji period.
It was
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Tansu 1800s-1860s/Chests of Drawers Cabinet Shelf Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
It is an old small Japanese chest of drawers.
It is made of cedar trees.
Furniture from the Edo
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Tansu 1860s-1920s/Chests of Drawers Cabinet Shelf Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
It is an old Japanese chest of drawers.
It is mainly made of cedar trees.
Furniture from the
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Tansu 1860s-1920s/Chest of Drawer Cabinet Shelf Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
It is a chest of drawers from Japan.
Made of cedar tree.
Furniture from the Meiji era. (1860s
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Old Black Drawer / 1868-1920s / Tansu Chest / Mingei
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 th...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Cabinet 1860s-1900s / Tansu Chests of Drawer Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
).
It is made of cedar wood.
Simple and beautiful, with no extra decoration.
It is the ultimate in
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Black Tansu 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Chest of Drawer Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
of cedar wood.
The design is simple and rustic.
There is no useless design, it is the ultimate in
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Black Tansu 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Chest of Drawer Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
made of cedar wood.
The uniquely Japanese design is simple and rustic.
There is no unnecessary
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Cabinet 1860s-1920s/Chests of Drawers Shelf Wabisabi Tansu
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
It is a chest from Japan.
Made of chestnut and cedar wood.
Furniture from the Meiji era. (1860s
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Chestnut, Cedar
Japanese Antique "Black Staircase Chest"
Late Edo Period-Meiji Period
/Cabinet
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
can imitate.
Japanese antique black chest "staircase chest" (late Edo period-Meiji period) / tansu
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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Black Cabinet 1860s-1920s/Chests of Drawers Shelf Tansu
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Japanese black old tansu.
It is made of cedar trees.
Furniture from the Meiji era. (1860s-1920s
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Wooden Drawer / Black Chest of Drawers / Tansu/Side Table
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
nice atmosphere.
I use cedar wood, but it is heavier than it looks.
Drawers can be taken in and out
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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Wooden Small Drawer Chest / 1800s / Wabi-Sabi Tansu
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
chests were made between the end of the Edo period and the Meiji period.
It was probably used in farm
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Cedar
Rare Small Wabi Sabi Japanese Late Edo Period Chest of Drawers/Tansu
Located in London, GB
A beautifully worn late Edo period small set of drawers.
Made of cedar with iron hardware.
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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Cedar Chest
Materials
Iron
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Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique cedar chest you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each antique cedar chest for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, cedar and metal. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique cedar chest — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each antique cedar chest bearing Victorian, Art Deco or Baroque hallmarks is very popular. Cavalier, Dillingham Manufacturing Company and Fritz Manufacturing Co each produced at least one beautiful antique cedar chest that is worth considering.
How Much is a Antique Cedar Chest?
Prices for an antique cedar chest can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $58 and can go as high as $47,881, while the average can fetch as much as $2,800.
Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces 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 Antique Cedar Chest
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023To tell how old a cedar chest is, look for a stamp or label that indicates the maker's name. In some cases, you may find a date printed on the label. Otherwise, use trusted online resources to determine the years that the manufacturer operated and when it produced chests similar to yours. Alternatively, you can consult a certified appraiser or licensed antique dealer for assistance dating the piece. Find a collection of cedar chests on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not Lane cedar chests are solid cedar depends on the furniture in question. Most chests produced by the manufacturer feature solid cedar wood interiors finished with five layers of walnut veneers. Legs and molding are usually some variety of solid hardwood but not always cedar. On 1stDibs, find a range of Lane cedar chests.
- How do you date a cedar chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024To date a cedar chest, search the piece for a manufacturer’s mark. Then, use trusted online resources to determine who the maker is based on those markings. From there, you can use photographs, serial numbers and other identifying characteristics to get a rough idea of when the maker produced it. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer evaluate your cedar chest. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of cedar chests.
- What is a waterfall cedar chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The term Waterfall Cedar Chest refers to a specific shape of cedar chest where the lid extends down the side a bit as though it’s flowing off the top. It’s not like modern waterfall countertops where the top extends to the floor, instead it reaches a few inches down from the top. Shop a collection of cedar chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Are cedar chests worth anything?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024Yes, some cedar chests may be worth something. There is a market for many kinds of cedar chests, particularly those made by well-known companies like Lane and Cavalier. Potential selling prices vary based on age, maker, style, condition and other factors. To learn more about the potential value of your cedar chest, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of cedar chests.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024Cavalier cedar chests were mostly made between 1923 and the 1940s. The company's history dates back to 1865, with the formation of the Tennessee Furniture Company in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Its name changed to the Cavalier Corporation the same year that the furniture maker unveiled its line of cedar chests. Shop a selection of Cavalier furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024How much your Lane cedar chest is worth depends on its age, style, condition and other factors. According to online sales information, the average selling price of Lane cedar chests is $200 to $400, but some pieces may be worth more or less. When the first iteration of the Lane Furniture company began to produce its now-famous Lane cedar chests in the early 20th century, the family behind the brand was unsure of how successful they’d be, so they initially didn’t bother adding their name to them. After securing a government contract during World War I, the company prospered and applied mass-production methods to its cedar-chest manufacturing. In 1922, it rebranded as the Lane Company and implemented a national advertising campaign to market its products, which led to a huge demand for its cedar chests that continues to this day. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assess your chest and give you an idea of how much your piece is worth. Find a wide range of Lane furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021An old cedar chest’s worth is based on its age, condition or rarity -- starting at $99 and as high as $700 or more. If the hardware is original then it is worth more and can fetch about $200 to $400. Find a collection of old cedar chests on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Lane Furniture does indeed make cedar chests. From 1912 to 1987, the American furniture company estimated it had sold around 12 million chests and that number continues to grow with today’s sales. Cedar chests are widely used to store clothing and linen because cedar wood is a natural repellent against moisture and moths. You can shop a collection of Lane cedar chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, the last Lane cedar chest produced was in 2001 and the plant was then permanently closed. The company hit its heights in World War II, using a great ad campaign and encouraging the purchase of cedar chests, known as Hope Chests. In 1987 a hostile corporate purchase occurred and the new owners filed for bankruptcy in 1992. Shop a collection of Lane chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell how old your Lane cedar chest is, look inside for its serial number. By reading it backward, you can determine the production date of your piece. For example, 869150 would be 05, 19, 68, or May 19, 1968. On 1stDibs, find a range of Lane chests from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024How much a 1965 Lane cedar chest is worth varies. Prices for a 1960s-era Lane cedar chest can differ depending on size, style, condition and other attributes, but you will likely pay between $200 and $400 (you may find an authentic Lane cedar chest for a bit less or a bit more depending on the aforementioned factors).
When the first iteration of the Lane Furniture company began to produce its now-famous Lane cedar chests in the early 20th century, the family behind the brand was unsure of how successful they’d be, so they initially didn’t bother adding their name to them. After securing a government contract during World War I, the company prospered and applied mass-production methods to its cedar-chest manufacturing. In 1922, it rebranded as the Lane Company and implemented a national advertising campaign to market its products, which led to a huge demand for its cedar chests that continues to this day.
Consider having a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your cedar chest to learn how much it may be worth. Explore a wide range of Lane furniture on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell if a chest is antique, first examine its materials and details carefully. An antique chest is one produced 100 years ago or more. This generally predates the use of engineered wood, particleboard, plastics and other synthetic materials. As a result, an antique chest usually features solid wood construction.
In addition, antique chests are likely to be handmade, so you should be able to spot subtle signs that indicate this, such as tool marks and small irregularities in any carvings. If a piece looks flawless and regular, it is unlikely to be antique. Locating a maker's mark and then researching when the manufacturer was active can also help you date your chest. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to learn more about your chest.
On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique chests. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify an antique chest of drawers, look inside and beneath drawers and on the back and bottom for any type of maker's marking. Researching these marks using trusted online resources may allow you to determine who produced your chest and roughly date your piece. If your chest is at least 100 years old, it is an antique. Should you be unable to locate the maker's marks, look at the hardware. Rose head nails, one-piece cast brass pommels on the drawer handles and circular rather than hexagonal bolts may all indicate that a piece is an antique. Keep in mind that hardware may have been replaced at some point and that there are many reproductions of antique furnishings. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer complete the identification process if you're unable to identify your chest via the maker's markings. Find a range of antique chests of drawers on 1stDibs.
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