A striking Japanese Kyushu tansu, crafted during the Meiji period, featuring a traditional two-section design for ease of transport and versatility. Made from solid kiri (paulownia) wood, this tansu exhibits a natural, warm patina that highlights the fine grain of the wood.
The piece is adorned with original hand-forged iron hardware, including warabite-style handles, decorative corner brackets, and an elaborate locking safe compartment with pierced and engraved details, designed to store... Click for details

Small antique Japanese taiko drum (太鼓). Handcrafted with a solid brul keyaki wood body and tacked leather hide drum heads, secured by hand-forged iron studs along the edges. The drum has a deep, resonant tone and was traditionally used in ceremonies, festivals, and theatrical performances.
The drum rests on its original wooden stand, which has a well-worn patina, reflecting its history of use. The stand is designed for stability, allowing the drum to be played at an angle.

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This Meiji-period Japanese tansu is a two-section storage chest constructed from solid kiri wood (paulownia), known for its lightweight yet durable properties. The chest features a natural wood grain finish, showcasing the fine craftsmanship of traditional Japanese cabinetry.
Top section locks into place with iron handles and pin. Great chest ready to be enjoyed.

Age: Meiji period 1868 - 1912

Dimensions: 38 1/2" wide x 42" wide x 18 1/2" deep

This Japanese Butsudan shrine (Buddhist altar), traditionally used for housing religious artifacts, statues, and ritual offerings. Constructed from rose wood, the exterior features double doors with vertical lattice panels, while the top showcases a hand-carved transom (ranma) depicting a crane among clouds, symbolizing longevity and peace.
The interior is lined with gold leaf backing, enhancing the sacred presence of displayed objects. Multiple tiered platforms and small drawers provide... Click for details

Antique two section Japanese Sendai isho tansu (clothing chest). Designed for storing garments and valuables. The chest is crafted from burl keyaki (zelkova) hardwood, known for its distinctive grain patterns, kiri wood, excellent quality softwood. Beautifully poised Shishi or Botan (Peony) motif on all of the lock plates with unusual scalloped cast framing surrounding each image. Warabite handles with incised Chrysanthemums along the bottoms of each. Hinged door hides two small drawers where... Click for details

Antique edo-period Japanese funa tansu (captioan sea chest) was used on merchant vessels to store valuables and documents securely. The chest is made with a burl keyaki (zelkova) hardwood front and a sugi (cedar) body, reinforced with hand-forged iron hardware, including corner brackets, lock plates, and hand forged carrying handles.
The interior features multiple drawers for organized storage. The top drawer spans the full width, while the lower section contains six smaller drawers.... Click for details

Antique Japanese dowry tansu (婚礼箪笥 - konrei tansu chest). Adorned with gold a set of fouor striking Kuginuki Mon (釘抜紋), also known as the Nail-Puller Crest, a symbol of strength, resilience, and unity. The mon features a square within a circle, repeated in four places on the front, traditionally representing a noble or samurai family. Constructed from kiri (paulownia) wood, the tansu is lacquered in a deep black hue, accentuated by elaborate hand-hammered copper fittings... Click for details

Antique Japanese sugi zenibacko (coin storage chest). Removable wood shoot and hinged top top open up the chest. Original finish, with iron mounts all throughout. Made of 100% sugi (ceder) wood. A traditional Japanese strongbox used for storing and transporting money, particularly during the Edo and Meiji periods. Crafted from sturdy sugi (cedar) or kiri (paulownia) wood, it features hand-forged iron reinforcements on all corners and edges, ensuring durability and security.

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Antique Japanese square wooden hibachi. Made of momiji (maple) wood with beautiful bird's eye grain pattern. Intricate pierced carved floral motif on all four sides. Original copper insert. Deco era.

Age: Taisho Period (c. 1920's)

Dimensions: 10 3/4" high x 16 3/4" wide x 16 3/4" wide

A rare Japanese antique Kyoto Choba (merchant) Tansu in 2 sections made entirely of Hinoki (Cypress) wood. All original iron fittings and wiped lacquer finish including the Hikute style handles. Very unusual design of a kitchen chest (Mizuya Dansu) with storage drawers throughout the entire chest.

Two secret compartments. One features a secret hidden compartment accessed by fully removing a drawer and lifting off a false floor panel in the rear that allows the front panel to slide... Click for details