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Style: Showa
Japanese Vintage Sliding-Door Cabinet (Cha Tansu), Early Showa Era, Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This Japanese sliding-door cabinet (cha tansu) was crafted during the early Showa Period (1926–1945) in hinoki cypress, a wood valued for its fine grain, durability, and calming natu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Cabinets
Materials
Cypress, Wood
Japanese Vintage Black Glass Sliding-Door Cabinet, Early Showa Period (1926–)
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This Japanese glass cabinet was crafted during the early Showa Period (1926–1945) in matsu (Japanese pine) and finished with black cashew lacquer applied over the original shibuzumi ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Cabinets
Materials
Pine
Japanese Vintage Two-Section Glass Cabinet, Early Showa Period (1926–1945)
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This Japanese glass cabinet was crafted during the early Showa Period (1926–1945) in sugi (Japanese cedar) and finished with black cashew lacquer. The smooth, matte black surface cre...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Cabinets
Materials
Cedar
Japanese BK Tansu 1920-1940 / Showa Period / Cabinet Sideboard Wabi sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an antique Japanese Tansu.
The patina developed over time is truly exquisite.
It has been meticulously maintained to preserve its patina.
The doors operate smoothly.
It is i...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Cabinets
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Vintage Glass Sliding-Door Cabinet, Early Showa Period (1926–)
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This vintage cabinet was crafted in the Early Showa Period (1926–).
Made from Japanese cedar with a black finish, the surface shows a gently lived-in patina that lends quiet wabi-sa...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Cabinets
Materials
Cedar
Japanese vintage Storage Cabinet"Mizuya Tansu", Sideboards Early Showa
1926-
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This vintage cabinet was crafted in the Early Showa Period (1926–).
It was originally used as a traditional Japanese kitchen cabinet, or Mizu...
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Cabinets
Materials
Cypress
1930s - 1940s Japanese antique mid-size closet with drawers, wabi sabi organic
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
New finds from a Kominka in Ibaraki pref, Japan.
This mid-size wooden closet is a product of 1930s - 40s (early Showa period) estimate from the style, conditions, also hearing from...
Category
20th Century Japanese Showa Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Japanese Antique Small Tea Shelf"Chadana", Early Showa Period
1926-
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This small japanese tea shelf was crafted in the Early Showa Period'1926-'.
This piece features a harmonious design, combining the muted tones of Japanese Pagoda Tree (Enju) wood wi...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Japanese Antique, Cabinet, Cupboards Showa Period
Located in Vienna, AT
Kiri wood, painted in oxblood color / metal applications. Rectangular body on a foot frame. Structured double sliding door and 3 drawers. Inside 1 shelf, 1 small compartment and 1 dr...
Category
1920s Japanese Vintage Showa Cabinets
Materials
Softwood
Japanese 20th Century Mulberry Wood Kimono Cabinet with Doors and Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Japanese mulberry wood kimono cabinet from the 20th century, with sliding doors and drawers. Born in Japan during the 20th century, this exquisite ca...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Cabinets
Materials
Fruitwood
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Aquinas Red Oak Sliding Door Cabinet
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Multi-functional sliding door cabinet, shown in natural red oak, outfitted with handmade knobs from Sweden and a blackened metal base.
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Oak
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Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
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This furniture was made during the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
The material used is cedar wood. The iron metal fittings in the center add an...
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1900s-30s Japanese antique 2 tier Hardwood mid Mizuya tansu chest. wabi sabi
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Japanese antique 2 tier mid size Mizuya tansu chest with 3 drawers. Almost fully made of premium quality Keyaki (zelkova) solid wood boards.
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H 52.76 in W 38.31 in D 19.3 in
20th Century Japanese Elm Tansu Chest of Drawers Cabinet Set 3 parts Wabi Sabi
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Early 20th Century Japanese Tansu chest of drawers with an amazing wood grain and natural aged patina.
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Materials
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$2,950 / set
H 62 in W 58.25 in D 15.75 in
Japanese Antique BK Tansu 1860s-1900s ③ / Cabinet Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
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H 34.65 in W 34.45 in D 18.12 in
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Materials
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H 56.7 in W 29.93 in D 11.62 in
1900s-30s Japanese antique 2 tier mid Mizuya tansu chest. wabi sabi primitive
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
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H 25.6 in W 38.19 in D 17.13 in
Previously Available Items
Japanese Vintage Glass Cabinet in Cedar Wood, Early Showa Period (1926–)
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This vintage glass cabinet was crafted in the Early Showa Period (1926–) from Japanese cedar wood.
Its straightforward form and warm tone reflect the natural character of cedar, crea...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Cabinets
Materials
Cedar
H 34.53 in W 34.57 in D 14.41 in
Japanese Antique Cabinet 1900s-1940s / Shoe Cabinet Tansu Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old wooden cabinet made in Japan during the early Shōwa period (1900s–1940s).
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H 35.83 in W 28.55 in D 13.78 in
Japanese Vintage Black Glass Sliding-Door Cabinet, Early Showa 1926–
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
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H 36.42 in W 57.68 in D 13.19 in
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Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
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H 35.44 in W 28.94 in D 13.59 in
Japanese Vintage Tea Cabinet (Chadansu), Early Showa Period (1926–)
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This vintage tea cabinet was crafted in the Early Showa Period '1926-'.
Also known in Japan as a chadansu, the case is katsura, while the front is Japanese ash (tamo) with a gentle ...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Cabinets
Materials
Wood, Ash
Japanese Vintage Glass Sliding-Door Cabinet on Legs, Early Showa Period (1926–)
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This vintage cabinet was crafted in the Early Showa Period (1926–).
Made from Japanese cedar with a black finish, the surface shows a gentle, time-worn character that adds subtle wa...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Cabinets
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Cedar
H 33 in W 48.82 in D 15.99 in
Japanese Vintage Cabinet with Diamond Glass Sliding Doors, Early Showa (1926–)
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This vintage cabinet was crafted in the Early Showa Period (1926–).
Compact in size and built primarily in Japanese Sen wood. The sliding doors pair keyaki (zelkova) paneling with d...
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H 25.48 in W 24.1 in D 12.21 in
Japanese Antique Cabinet with Glass Doors, Early Showa Period
1926-
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This Japanese antique cabinet was crafted in the Early Showa Period (1926–).
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H 33.67 in W 32.29 in D 12.21 in
Japanese Antique Sidebord Cabinet"Mizuya Tansu", Early Showa Period
1926-
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique cabinet was crafted in the Early Showa Period (1926-).
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Cabinets
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H 38.75 in W 55.6 in D 14.85 in
Japanese Antique Sliding Glass Door Cabinet, Early Showa Period
1926-
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This glass cabinet was crafted in the Early Showa Period'1926-'.
Made from beautifully aged chestnut wood, this piece boasts a stunning, rich patina that enhances its timeless appea...
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H 33.86 in W 32.88 in D 14.77 in
Japanese Antique Black Sliding Glass Door Cabinet, Early Showa Period
1926-
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Cabinets
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Wood
H 33.75 in W 34.45 in D 15.48 in
Japanese Vintage Small Cabinet, Early Showa Period
1926-
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This Japanese vintage cabinet was crafted in the early Showa Period (1926-).
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Showa cabinets for sale on 1stDibs.
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