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Japanese Tansu Chests
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Beautiful pair of Japanese Tansu chests. These are out of a great Palm Springs estate. These are
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20th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Japanese Tansu Chests
Japanese Tansu Chests

Japanese Tansu Chests

H 27.5 in W 45.25 in D 17.5 in
Japanese Tansu Chest / Storage, 1920s
By ACC Japan
Located in London, Lambeth
Beautiful patinated wooden small tansu from Japan. Tansu chests are very popular throughout Japan
Category

Vintage 1920s Japanese Anglo-Japanese Cabinets

Materials

Cherry

Japanese Tansu Chest / Storage, 1920s
Japanese Tansu Chest / Storage, 1920s

Japanese Tansu Chest / Storage, 1920s

H 37.01 in W 14.97 in D 16.54 in
20th Century Japanese Tansu Chest in Two Parts
Located in Torino, IT
Crafted in Japan during the 20th century, this Pauownia wood (Kiri in Japanese ) tansu chest is a
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20th Century Japanese Furniture

Materials

Wood, Cedar

20th Century Japanese Tansu Chest in Two Parts
20th Century Japanese Tansu Chest in Two Parts

20th Century Japanese Tansu Chest in Two Parts

H 39 in W 34.5 in D 18 in
19th Century Japanese Tansu Chest
Located in Winnetka, IL
This is a wonderful 19th century Japanese Laquer Tansu chest on a custom metal base Two drawers
Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

19th Century Japanese Tansu Chest
19th Century Japanese Tansu Chest

19th Century Japanese Tansu Chest

H 42 in W 37 in D 18 in
Japanese Tansu Chest in 2 parts
Located in East Hampton, NY
Wonderful old two part Japanese tansu with side locks.... can be separated for use as nightstands
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Japanese Tansu Chest in 2 parts
Japanese Tansu Chest in 2 parts

Japanese Tansu Chest in 2 parts

H 42 in W 36.75 in D 16.75 in
Antique Japanese Tansu Chest With Drawers on Contemporary Metal Stand Console
Located in Centennial, CO
A stunning and unique antique Japanese tansu chest with two interior drawers that sits on a custom
Category

Vintage 1920s Japanese Edo Cabinets

Materials

Iron

Antique Japanese Tansu Chest With Drawers on Contemporary Metal Stand Console
Antique Japanese Tansu Chest With Drawers on Contemporary Metal Stand Console

Antique Japanese Tansu Chest With Drawers on Contemporary Metal Stand Console

H 36 in W 37 in D 16.5 in
All Original C. 1850 Japanese Tansu Chest, 2 Parts
Located in Chicago, IL
stands. When separated, the two drawer sets make excellent side chests. Japanese storage tansu chests
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

All Original C. 1850 Japanese Tansu Chest, 2 Parts
All Original C. 1850 Japanese Tansu Chest, 2 Parts

All Original C. 1850 Japanese Tansu Chest, 2 Parts

H 41.5 in W 35.75 in D 18.5 in
19th Century Antique Japanese Tansu Chest, 2 Parts
Located in Chicago, IL
Japanese storage tansu chests were used to hold clothing and other personal effects in a 19th
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Dressers

Materials

Pine, Fir

19th Century Antique Japanese Tansu Chest, 2 Parts
19th Century Antique Japanese Tansu Chest, 2 Parts

19th Century Antique Japanese Tansu Chest, 2 Parts

H 41.5 in W 35.75 in D 17.5 in
Japanese Tansu, chest-on-chest (isho kasane-dansu), Yonezawa
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Japanese chest-on-chest for clothing storage (isho kasane-dansu) from Yonezawa, constructed of
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Furniture

Materials

Wood

Japanese Tansu, chest-on-chest (isho kasane-dansu), Yonezawa
Japanese Tansu, chest-on-chest (isho kasane-dansu), Yonezawa

Japanese Tansu, chest-on-chest (isho kasane-dansu), Yonezawa

H 38.13 in W 47.75 in D 18.25 in
A Pair of Japanese Tansu Chests on a Metal Stand
Located in Chicago, IL
This piece is a two part Japanese tansu split into two pieces to make nightstands or side tables
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Night Stands

Materials

Fir

A Pair of Japanese Tansu Chests on a Metal Stand
A Pair of Japanese Tansu Chests on a Metal Stand

A Pair of Japanese Tansu Chests on a Metal Stand

H 28.5 in W 17 in D 37.25 in
Hidden Cabinet "Tansu" Chest by Baker
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Japanese “Tansu” chest by Baker with inventive cabinet space concealed by a flip up front. Great
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Mid-20th Century Cabinets

Materials

Wrought Iron

Hidden Cabinet "Tansu" Chest by Baker
Hidden Cabinet "Tansu" Chest by Baker

Hidden Cabinet "Tansu" Chest by Baker

H 29.75 in W 38.25 in D 19.25 in
Japanese Cherry Lacquer Tansu Chest, c. 1880
Located in Chicago, IL
Designed to be versatile and portable, Japanese tansu chests were multipurpose storage cabinets
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Cherry Lacquer Tansu Chest, c. 1880
Japanese Cherry Lacquer Tansu Chest, c. 1880

Japanese Cherry Lacquer Tansu Chest, c. 1880

H 41.5 in W 51 in D 16 in
Meiji Two-Part Japanese Tansu in Cypress & Kiriwood from the Yamagata Prefecture
Located in Milford, NH
A fine two part Japanese tansu chest in cypress and kiriwood, the upper part with oxblood stained
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Iron

Meiji Two-Part Japanese Tansu in Cypress & Kiriwood from the Yamagata Prefecture
Meiji Two-Part Japanese Tansu in Cypress & Kiriwood from the Yamagata Prefecture

Meiji Two-Part Japanese Tansu in Cypress & Kiriwood from the Yamagata Prefecture

H 43 in W 56.25 in D 17.5 in
19th Century Korean Chest
Located in Houston, TX
work and handles. This rare blanket chest is similar to a Japanese Tansu chest and is finished in a
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Antique 19th Century Korean Cabinets

Materials

Nickel

19th Century Korean Chest
19th Century Korean Chest

19th Century Korean Chest

H 38.75 in W 45.25 in D 19.5 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
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Early 20th Century Japanese Organic Modern Cabinets

Materials

Iron

20th Century Japanese Elm Tansu Chest of Drawers Cabinet Set 3 parts Wabi Sabi
20th Century Japanese Elm Tansu Chest of Drawers Cabinet Set 3 parts Wabi Sabi

20th Century Japanese Elm Tansu Chest of Drawers Cabinet Set 3 parts Wabi Sabi

H 62 in W 58.25 in D 15.75 in
Japanese 19th Century Zebra Wood Tansu Chest with Sliding Doors and Open Shelves
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese zebra wood tansu chest from the 19th century, with sliding doors, glass panels and
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Cabinets

Materials

Zebra Wood, Glass, Wood

Japanese 19th Century Zebra Wood Tansu Chest with Sliding Doors and Open Shelves
Japanese 19th Century Zebra Wood Tansu Chest with Sliding Doors and Open Shelves

Japanese 19th Century Zebra Wood Tansu Chest with Sliding Doors and Open Shelves

H 47 in W 29.5 in D 12 in
Antique Japanese Taishō Two-Part Tansu Chest with Drawers and Sliding Doors
Located in Yonkers, NY
This antique Japanese tansu chest, crafted during the Taisho period (1912–1926), embodies a
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Cabinets

Materials

Cedar

Antique Japanese Taishō Two-Part Tansu Chest with Drawers and Sliding Doors
Antique Japanese Taishō Two-Part Tansu Chest with Drawers and Sliding Doors

Antique Japanese Taishō Two-Part Tansu Chest with Drawers and Sliding Doors

H 65.25 in W 69.5 in D 17 in
Vintage Burl Mahogany Tansu Chest with Paper Antique Calligraphy Lining
Located in Lomita, CA
This is a unique Japanese Tansu chest that presents beautifully and also offers a glimpse into
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Brass

Vintage Burl Mahogany Tansu Chest with Paper Antique Calligraphy Lining
Vintage Burl Mahogany Tansu Chest with Paper Antique Calligraphy Lining

Vintage Burl Mahogany Tansu Chest with Paper Antique Calligraphy Lining

H 20.5 in W 21 in D 15 in
Japanese Antique Large Tansu 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a historically significant Japanese tansu (chest) from the Meiji era (1860s–1900s), crafted
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Cedar

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

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

H 34.45 in W 69.3 in D 17.72 in
Japanese Antique Large Tansu 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a historically significant Japanese tansu (chest) from the Meiji era (1860s–1900s), crafted
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Cedar

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

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

H 33.47 in W 68.51 in D 23.82 in
Japanese Antique Large Tansu 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a historically significant Japanese tansu (chest) from the Meiji era (1860s–1900s), crafted
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Cabinets

Materials

Cedar

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

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

H 34.26 in W 71.66 in D 26.19 in
Antique Japanese Tansu Campaign Style Clothing Chest
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an antique Asian Tansu campaign style stacking clothing chest. It has a lacquered burnt
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Antique Japanese Tansu Campaign Style Clothing Chest
Antique Japanese Tansu Campaign Style Clothing Chest

Antique Japanese Tansu Campaign Style Clothing Chest

H 41 in W 34 in D 16 in
Japanese Wabi-Sabi Meiji Period Tansu Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
An unusually deep & heavy Meiji period tansu chest constructed from patinated stained elm timber
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Wabi-Sabi Meiji Period Tansu Chest of Drawers
Japanese Wabi-Sabi Meiji Period Tansu Chest of Drawers

Japanese Wabi-Sabi Meiji Period Tansu Chest of Drawers

H 30.12 in W 33.27 in D 23.82 in
Japanese Antique Small Chests of Drawers , Tansu, Wabi-Sabi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
not only Japanese spaces, but also modern interiors. Don't miss this opportunity to get your hands
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Small Chests of Drawers , Tansu, Wabi-Sabi
Japanese Antique Small Chests of Drawers , Tansu, Wabi-Sabi

Japanese Antique Small Chests of Drawers , Tansu, Wabi-Sabi

H 11.23 in W 14.77 in D 10.44 in
Antique Narrow Japanese Tansu
Located in Cambridge, US
Japan, ca. late 19th century. A fabulous tall and narrow tansu from the late Meiji Period in old
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Antique Narrow Japanese Tansu
Antique Narrow Japanese Tansu

Antique Narrow Japanese Tansu

H 62.5 in W 13.5 in D 24.75 in
Late Meiji Japanese Keyaki Merchant Tansu Chest with Iron Fittings
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Meiji merchant's tansu chest from the late 19th century with iron hardware. This late
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Late Meiji Japanese Keyaki Merchant Tansu Chest with Iron Fittings
Late Meiji Japanese Keyaki Merchant Tansu Chest with Iron Fittings

Late Meiji Japanese Keyaki Merchant Tansu Chest with Iron Fittings

H 35 in W 46.5 in D 17 in
Japanese Antique Tansu 1860s-1920s / Chest of Drawer Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
perspective. This is a very old Tansu made in Japan. This furniture is from the Meiji era. (1860s to 1920s
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chestnut, Cedar

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

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

H 37.01 in W 35.44 in D 13.39 in
Japanese Antique Tansu 1860s-1920s / Chest of Drawer Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old chest of drawers made in Japan. This piece of furniture dates back to the Meiji
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chestnut, Cedar

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

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

H 35.63 in W 36.82 in D 16.74 in
Japanese 19th Century Meiji Period Brown and Black Tansu Clothing Chest
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Japanese Meiji period tansu clothing chest from the 19th century, with black and brown
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Japanese 19th Century Meiji Period Brown and Black Tansu Clothing Chest
Japanese 19th Century Meiji Period Brown and Black Tansu Clothing Chest

Japanese 19th Century Meiji Period Brown and Black Tansu Clothing Chest

H 37.5 in W 35.5 in D 16.75 in
Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1860s-1900s /Tansu, Wabi-Sabi
Located in Katori-Shi, 12
This small drawer was produced in the Taisho period. This chest is made of sturdy cedar with a
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1860s-1900s /Tansu, Wabi-Sabi
Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1860s-1900s /Tansu, Wabi-Sabi

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers 1860s-1900s /Tansu, Wabi-Sabi

H 18.15 in W 16.15 in D 12.8 in
Japanese Antique Chest of Drawer 1860s-1920s / Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This account is operated by five different companies. I, on the other hand, specialize in Japanese
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

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

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

H 24.41 in W 22.25 in D 13 in
Japanese Taishō Period Early 20th Century Tansu Chest with Five Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Taisho period antique tansu chest from the early 20th century with five drawers and iron
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Japanese Taishō Period Early 20th Century Tansu Chest with Five Drawers
Japanese Taishō Period Early 20th Century Tansu Chest with Five Drawers

Japanese Taishō Period Early 20th Century Tansu Chest with Five Drawers

H 39 in W 36 in D 24 in
Antique Japanese todana tansu - 19th
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Antique Japanese todana tansu - 19th Antique - Oriental Decoration Measures : 97cmx44cm H:53cm
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Antique Japanese todana tansu - 19th
Antique Japanese todana tansu - 19th

Antique Japanese todana tansu - 19th

H 20.87 in W 38.19 in D 17.33 in
Large Japanese Keyaki Wood Iron Mounted Tansu Chest with 8 Drawers
Located in San Francisco, CA
An outstanding Meiji period Japanese keyaki wood (elm) tansu of large size with 8 drawers, 3 large
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Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Large Japanese Keyaki Wood Iron Mounted Tansu Chest with 8 Drawers
Large Japanese Keyaki Wood Iron Mounted Tansu Chest with 8 Drawers

Large Japanese Keyaki Wood Iron Mounted Tansu Chest with 8 Drawers

H 34.75 in W 57 in D 17.5 in
1870s-1900s wabi sabi Japanese antique mid tansu chest of drawers
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Japanese antique mid size Tansu (chest of drawers), product of circa 1870s - 1900s, late Edo to
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

1870s-1900s wabi sabi Japanese antique mid tansu chest of drawers
1870s-1900s wabi sabi Japanese antique mid tansu chest of drawers

1870s-1900s wabi sabi Japanese antique mid tansu chest of drawers

H 18.51 in W 23.78 in D 14.18 in
Japanese Antique Medicine Chest / Drawer Tansu / 1868-1912s / Wabi-Sabi Mingei
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese chest called "medicine chest" in Japan. It is believed that it was
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

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

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

H 23.04 in W 23.63 in D 12.01 in
Japanese Meiji 19th Century Kuruma Tansu Lacquered Chest with Safe on Wheels
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Meiji period merchant's Kuruma tansu chest from the 19th century, with four large
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Meiji 19th Century Kuruma Tansu Lacquered Chest with Safe on Wheels
Japanese Meiji 19th Century Kuruma Tansu Lacquered Chest with Safe on Wheels

Japanese Meiji 19th Century Kuruma Tansu Lacquered Chest with Safe on Wheels

H 43 in W 47.25 in D 25.75 in
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
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

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

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

H 34.85 in W 35.44 in D 16.15 in
19th Century Japanese Tansu Meiji Period
Located in Somis, CA
This exceptional, all original 19th century Japanese Tansu is formed by 3 separate chests that can
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

19th Century Japanese Tansu Meiji Period
19th Century Japanese Tansu Meiji Period

19th Century Japanese Tansu Meiji Period

H 55 in W 34 in D 16 in
1940s Japanese vintage wooden tansu chest of drawers, wabi sabi organic Japandi
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Japanese Vintage Isho Tansu, clothes chest of drawers - fully made of quality Sugi cedar with
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Vintage 1940s Japanese Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Cedar

1940s Japanese vintage wooden tansu chest of drawers, wabi sabi organic Japandi
1940s Japanese vintage wooden tansu chest of drawers, wabi sabi organic Japandi

1940s Japanese vintage wooden tansu chest of drawers, wabi sabi organic Japandi

H 37.8 in W 32.29 in D 16.15 in
Japanese Antique Drawer / Tansu Peddler Chest of drawers / 1868-1912s Wabi-Sabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese drawer. I think it is a called "Peddler's Tansu", which is used by
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Drawer / Tansu Peddler Chest of drawers / 1868-1912s Wabi-Sabi
Japanese Antique Drawer / Tansu Peddler Chest of drawers / 1868-1912s Wabi-Sabi

Japanese Antique Drawer / Tansu Peddler Chest of drawers / 1868-1912s Wabi-Sabi

H 35.24 in W 11.23 in D 22.45 in
1860s-1910s Japanese antique cabinet, wabi sabi tansu medicine chest of drawers
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
This large shop cabinet, tansu chest of drawers, is in the vein of Kusuri dansu (Medicine
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Cypress

1860s-1910s Japanese antique cabinet, wabi sabi tansu medicine chest of drawers
1860s-1910s Japanese antique cabinet, wabi sabi tansu medicine chest of drawers

1860s-1910s Japanese antique cabinet, wabi sabi tansu medicine chest of drawers

H 31.3 in W 74.22 in D 15.75 in
Japanese Taishō Tansu Chest in Isho-Dansu Style with Six Drawers and Safe
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Taisho period single section tansu clothing chest from the early 20th century in Isho
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Taishō Tansu Chest in Isho-Dansu Style with Six Drawers and Safe
Japanese Taishō Tansu Chest in Isho-Dansu Style with Six Drawers and Safe

Japanese Taishō Tansu Chest in Isho-Dansu Style with Six Drawers and Safe

H 40 in W 36 in D 15.5 in
1860s-1920s Japanese antique rustic wabi sabi mid tansu chest of drawers
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Antique mid-size tansu with 4 drawers - product of Meiji to Taisho period (estimate 1868-1926
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Cedar

1860s-1920s Japanese antique rustic wabi sabi mid tansu chest of drawers
1860s-1920s Japanese antique rustic wabi sabi mid tansu chest of drawers

1860s-1920s Japanese antique rustic wabi sabi mid tansu chest of drawers

H 17.41 in W 38.12 in D 19.69 in
Japanese Meiji Zebra Wood Tansu Chest in Isho-Dansu Style with Five Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Meiji period single section tansu clothing chest from the late 19th century in Isho
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Meiji Zebra Wood Tansu Chest in Isho-Dansu Style with Five Drawers
Japanese Meiji Zebra Wood Tansu Chest in Isho-Dansu Style with Five Drawers

Japanese Meiji Zebra Wood Tansu Chest in Isho-Dansu Style with Five Drawers

H 37.25 in W 35.25 in D 16.5 in
19th Edo Japanese wabi sabi dougu Kusuri Tansu, Tool medicine chest of drawers
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Product of late Edo period (estimate 1860s-1870s) in Aomori prefecture, Japan. Originally made as
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Antique 1860s Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Cedar

19th Edo Japanese wabi sabi dougu Kusuri Tansu, Tool medicine chest of drawers
19th Edo Japanese wabi sabi dougu Kusuri Tansu, Tool medicine chest of drawers

19th Edo Japanese wabi sabi dougu Kusuri Tansu, Tool medicine chest of drawers

H 30.71 in W 34.45 in D 13.98 in
Japanese vintage urushi small Kiri tansu box chest of drawers, wabi sabi mingei
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Japanese vintage small box tansu chest of drawers, Kohikidashi, fully made of Kiri (Paulownia
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20th Century Japanese Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Japanese vintage urushi small Kiri tansu box chest of drawers, wabi sabi mingei
Japanese vintage urushi small Kiri tansu box chest of drawers, wabi sabi mingei

Japanese vintage urushi small Kiri tansu box chest of drawers, wabi sabi mingei

H 11.74 in W 10.63 in D 12.21 in
3 Fabulous 20th Century Japanese style Stacking Tansu Chest of Drawers
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Pemberton, NJ
3 fabulous 20th-century Japanese-style stacking Tansu chests of drawers. Each section can be used
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Mid-20th Century American Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

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

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

H 85.25 in W 38 in D 18.25 in
mid 20th Japanese vintage small Tansu, wabi sabi box chest of drawers japandi
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
wooden small tansu (chest of drawers) with 5 drawers, made of Tamo (Japanese Ash). This piece is
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Ash, Hardwood

mid 20th Japanese vintage small Tansu, wabi sabi box chest of drawers japandi
mid 20th Japanese vintage small Tansu, wabi sabi box chest of drawers japandi

mid 20th Japanese vintage small Tansu, wabi sabi box chest of drawers japandi

H 17.88 in W 11.34 in D 13.12 in
Dark Brown Antique Wooden Tansu Dresser Chest
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Taisho period zebra wood tansu chest from the early 20th century with four drawers
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Dark Brown Antique Wooden Tansu Dresser Chest
Dark Brown Antique Wooden Tansu Dresser Chest

Dark Brown Antique Wooden Tansu Dresser Chest

H 34.5 in W 33.75 in D 16.25 in
Japanese Tansu Jewelry Chest
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An elegant Japanese Tansu Jewelry chest. Made of Japanese elm-keyaki. Handles on the sides, top
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Vintage 1960s Japanese Anglo-Japanese Cabinets

Materials

Elm

Japanese Tansu Jewelry Chest
Japanese Tansu Jewelry Chest

Japanese Tansu Jewelry Chest

H 12.25 in W 25.75 in D 10.5 in
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s / Tansu Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This account is operated by five different companies. As for me, I specialize in Japanese antiques
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

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

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s / Tansu Wabisabi

H 16.34 in W 22.84 in D 14.38 in
Japanese antique mid-size tansu chest of drawers, 1849. late Edo era. wabi sabi
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
This 175 years-old Tansu chest of drawers, is a product of late Edo period. Made of thick, quality
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Antique 1840s Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Cedar

Japanese antique mid-size tansu chest of drawers, 1849. late Edo era. wabi sabi
Japanese antique mid-size tansu chest of drawers, 1849. late Edo era. wabi sabi

Japanese antique mid-size tansu chest of drawers, 1849. late Edo era. wabi sabi

H 14.57 in W 24.81 in D 14.38 in
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s / Tansu Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This account consists of five companies, Regarding me, I specialize in Japanese antiques and select
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

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

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s / Tansu Wabisabi

H 30.52 in W 29.53 in D 14.38 in
1850s-60s Japanese antique box chest of drawers, Edo era. wabi sabi urushi tansu
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
product of late Edo period, estimate 1850s- 1860s - about 160+ years-old medium sized tansu (chest
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Cedar

1850s-60s Japanese antique box chest of drawers, Edo era. wabi sabi urushi tansu
1850s-60s Japanese antique box chest of drawers, Edo era. wabi sabi urushi tansu

1850s-60s Japanese antique box chest of drawers, Edo era. wabi sabi urushi tansu

H 21.46 in W 22.83 in D 12.99 in
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
-1900s). This is a "Shonai chest" chest made in the Tohoku region of Japan. It is characterized by its
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

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

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

H 24.22 in W 35.83 in D 19.3 in
Japanese Antique Tansu 1920s-1940s / Bamboo decoration / cabinet
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese cabinet. It dates from the early Showa period (1920s-1940s). It is
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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

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

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

H 29.73 in W 25.01 in D 13.39 in
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese small drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

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

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

H 29.93 in W 31.5 in D 16.15 in
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese small drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is
Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

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

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

H 25.6 in W 49.61 in D 17.72 in
Japanese Antique Wabisabi Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This account consists of 5 companies, About me, I am a selector specializing in Japanese antiques
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

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

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

H 17.13 in W 17.72 in D 12.6 in
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Japanese Tansu Chest For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Japanese tansu chest for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and iron, every Japanese tansu chest was constructed with great care. There are many kinds of the Japanese tansu chest you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. When you’re browsing for the right Japanese tansu chest, those designed in Arts and Crafts, Folk Art and Modern styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one Japanese tansu chest that is appealing in its simplicity, but Henredon produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Japanese Tansu Chest?

A Japanese tansu chest can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $3,445, while the lowest priced sells for $395 and the highest can go for as much as $15,000.

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 Japanese Tansu Chest
  • What is a Tansu chest?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Tansu refers to Japanese portable storage chests. When tansu became a well-known feature of life in Japan — the chests’ emergence is said to be rooted in the Genroku era of the Edo period (1688–1704) — the country’s traditionally minimalist households had little to no proper seats, tables, or other pieces of furniture. Tansu were intended to be multipurpose cabinets. These case pieces were used to store things of everyday utility, such as clothing and various personal items. Tansu are regarded as collectible furniture with a timeless appeal. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary Tansu from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • What is a tansu chest used for?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A tansu chest is a Japanese cabinet designed for easy transportation and can store a variety of items, including clothes and personal items. Tansu chests often feature multiple compartments to keep items organized. Shop a selection of authentic tansu chests on 1stDibs.

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