1910s Meiji-Taisho Era Japanese Tansu

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An exceptional antique early-20th-century (Meiji-Taisho Era) Japanese storage cabinet (Kasane / Isho Tansu). Crafted from fine Japanese Sugi (cedar) wood, … Read more An exceptional antique early-20th-century (Meiji-Taisho Era) Japanese storage cabinet (Kasane / Isho Tansu). Crafted from fine Japanese Sugi (cedar) wood, this piece showcases a beautifully aged natural grain finish with warm honey-amber tones.
The upper section features full-length slatted sliding doors (kandou) that open to reveal spacious interior for shelving, ideal for modern linen storage, media, or clothing. The lower section comprises a bank of storage drawers accented with traditional hand-forged black iron corner plates (magane) and curved iron ring pulls (hirute).
This versatile armoir embodies classic Wabi-Sabi aesthetics—celebrating organic texture, functional simplicity, and authentic historical craftsmanship. Kitchen cupboard, closet, organization for office space and much much more. This gorgeous while minimal piece can be placed and function in a wide range of situations. As per tradition, the inside is empty and ready to be adapted to the chosen use.

Easy local pickup at our showroom DTLA, local delivery available.

Dimension (inches): 36W, 29.5D, 67H
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