Japanese single section tansu chest, crafted in the Meiji period and designed for samurai-class use. Constructed using Kuri (Chestnut) and Sugi (Cryptomeria) woods with rich, warm tones and a clear grain pattern, this chest features distinctive iron hardware including elaborate lock plates, corner brackets, and drawer pulls. Notably, several iron fittings display the Tokugawa family crest (mon)—a rare mark of prestige and historical connection.
The asymmetrical layout includes multiple... Click for details

Japanese antique Kasuga table, small altar. Square form with elongated, curved legs. Lacquered red and fitted with copper hardware on corners.

Age: Edo Period (1603-1868)

Dimensions: 13 3/4" high x 11 1/2" wide x 8 3/4" deep

Japanese antique lacquer Kasuga table, small altar. Rectangular form with elongated curved legs. Lacquered a deep reddish-brown color and fitted with copper hardware on corners and edges.

Age: Edo Period (1603-1868)

Dimensions: 14 1/2" high x 18 1/2" long x 11" wide

Japanese antique rootwood stand. Made of gnarled keyaki (elm) wood. Beautifully balanced natural form and smoothed top. Dark finish with patina.

Meiji period (1868-1912)

Dimensions: 16" high x 11 1/4" wide x 9 1/2" deep

Japanese antique bronze usubata, container for ikebana flower arranging, in the form of a lotus leaf standing on three feet shaped like lotus stems and flower pods. Two frogs are facing each other on either side of the bowl. The bronze has a deep reddish brown patina.

Meiji/Taisho period (c. early 1900's)

Dimensions: 6 1/2" high (top top of frogs) x 12 3/4" wide

Contemporary Indonesian 4-Door handcrafted sideboard, made of solid recycled elm hardwood timbers. Rough-hewn planks are carefully hand selected used in the construction.
A high quality, clear furniture wax has been applied to protect the finish from minor spills and scuffs. To maintain simple wipe with a soft dry cloth.

Age: Contemporary

Dimensions: 90" wide x 38" high x 19" deep

Japanese antique single section kannon biraki choba tansu (merchant's chest with opening doors). Made all of kiri (paulownia) wood. The doors open to 5 drawers and a compartment with sliding panels. The iron hardware has a deep reddish brown lacquer finish and includes a large round lock and cross bracing on the front, round locks and hirute shaped handles on the drawers, and side handles for carrying.

Age: Late Edo Period (c.mid 1800's)

Dimensions: 26" high x 26 1/4"... Click for details

Japanese single-section Mizuya Tansu (kitchen chest) showcases a refined balance of function and traditional design. Crafted during the late Edo to Meiji period, the piece features a beautiful contrast of light hinoki (cypress) frame and darker hardwood drawer faces. Its clean proportions and compact form make it ideal for both display and practical storage.
The highlight of this tansu is the set of sliding doors with hand-forged iron grille panels, backed with fine mesh, which provide... Click for details

Japanese antique scroll painting of a monk reading a scroll. Seated on a lotus on a fudog. The central figure is encircled with the names of 73 monks separated with 4 seal script characters (the one at lower left is: 貞 Tei (or Jō) (Firm adherence to principles).
Around the figure in the outer ring portion of the ring are 3 sections of text. At the top, in seal script, read right to left: 清浄大海衆 Shōjō Daikaishū which translates literally as “Pure, Great Oceanic... Click for details

A masterful example of Japanese lacquer artistry, this ceremonial display stand is adorned with intricate makie (gold sprinkled lacquer) detailing, centered around a bold depiction of the Tokugawa clan crest—the iconic triple hollyhock (mitsuba aoi) mon—framed by curling waves and stylized cloud patterns in shimmering gold.
Resting atop a deep black lacquered base, the lower section features a striking golden dragon cresting through waves, symbolizing power and protection. The dynamic... Click for details