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Japanese Clothing Tansu

Japanese clothing tansu or isho dansu range from the simple kiri (paulownia) wood two- or three-section drawered chest to opulent lacquer chests with highly detailed ironwork, such as the Sendai, Yonezawa, Nihonmatsu, and Tsuruoka.

Regardless of their chosen design and material, all are wonderfully varied and practical for the storage of clothing of any kind, with countless drawers and creative storage spaces and often a secret box tucked inside for special treasures.

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Japanese Merchant Clothing Tansu
Japanese Merchant Clothing Tansu - TCXM25
Our Price: $1,995.00 In Stock

Great two-piece Japanese combination merchant and clothing chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Fine, lightweight kiri (paulownia) and cedar woods and dramatic keyaki (zelkova).  Paneled cabinet and varied drawers offer substantial storage as well as a small cabinet at base.  Delicate metalwork throughout includes rectangular lockplates and gracefully formed hirute-style handles. A delightful piece of traditional tansu craftsmanship, and a fine example of the beauty and functionality found in the Japanese style. Very good condition.  Dimensions:  65.25” high, 35.5” wide, 16.5” deep.
Japanese Clothing Tansu, Isho Dansu
Japanese Clothing Tansu, Isho Dansu - TCXF183
Our Price: $995.00 In Stock

Splendid one-piece Japanese clothing chest tansu, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Fine, lightweight kiri (paulownia) wood.  Drawers of various sizes offer substantial storage.  Delicate metalwork includes gracefully formed warabite-style handles. A delightful piece of traditional tansu craftsmanship, and a fine example of the beauty and functionality found in the Japanese style. Very good condition.  Dimensions:  39.5” high, 29.5” wide, 16” deep.
Japanese Kimono Tansu, Kiri Wood Clothing Chest
Japanese Kimono Tansu, Kiri Wood Clothing Chest - TJXJ918
Our Price: $1,595.00
Sale Price: $1,395.00 In Stock

Graceful three-piece Japanese kimono dansu clothing chest tansu, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926.  Lovely, lightweight kiri (paulownia) and fragrant cedar woods. Simple, beautiful double doors at center swing open to reveal a roomy cabinet within, housing sturdy pull-out drawers for storing folded kimono or clothing. Drawers below and above, and a paneled cabinet at top offer additional storage options.  A charming piece of traditional tansu craftsmanship, and a fine example of the beauty and functionality found in the Japanese style. Very good condition. Dimensions:  63.5” high, 36.75” wide, 16.5” deep.
Japanese Clothing Tansu, Isho Dansu
Japanese Clothing Tansu, Isho Dansu - TJXJ918A
Our Price: $595.00
Sale Price: $495.00 In Stock

Sturdy Japanese clothing chest tansu, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926.  Lovely, lightweight kiri (paulownia) and fragrant cedar woods. Roomy drawers offer plenty of storage.  Delicately conceived metalwork adds to charm.  A fine piece of traditional tansu craftsmanship, and great example of the beauty and functionality found in the Japanese style. Optional customized black wood stand upon request.  Very good condition. Dimensions:  18” high, 36.75” wide, 16.5” deep.
Japanese Kimono Tansu, Clothing Chest
Japanese Kimono Tansu, Clothing Chest - TJXJ918B
Our Price: $1,195.00
Sale Price: $995.00 In Stock

Lovely two-piece Japanese kimono dansu clothing chest tansu, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926.  Traditional lightweight kiri (paulownia) and fragrant cedar woods. Simple, beautiful double doors at top swing open to reveal a roomy cabinet within, housing sturdy pull-out drawers for storing folded kimono or clothing. Drawers below offer additional storage options.  A charming piece of traditional tansu craftsmanship, and a fine example of the beauty and functionality found in the Japanese style. Very good condition. Dimensions: 45.5” high, 36.75” wide, 16.5” deep.
Japanese Isho Dansu, Clothing Tansu
Japanese Isho Dansu, Clothing Tansu - TJXJ918C
Our Price: $1,195.00
Sale Price: $895.00 In Stock

Charming, two-piece Japanese kimono dansu clothing chest tansu, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926.  Lovely, lightweight kiri (paulownia) and fragrant cedar woods. Simple cabinet at top slides open to reveal a roomy cabinet within.  Drawers below offer additional storage options.  A fine piece of traditional tansu craftsmanship and example of the beauty and functionality found in the Japanese style. Very good condition. Dimensions: 41” high, 36.75” wide, 16.5” deep.
Japanese Clothing Tansu, Isho Dansu
Japanese Clothing Tansu, Isho Dansu - TJXJ918D
Our Price: $495.00
Sale Price: $395.00 In Stock

Appealing Japanese clothing chest tansu, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926.  Lovely, lightweight kiri (paulownia) and fragrant cedar woods. Simple chest offers charm and storage with drawers and paneled cabinet.  A sweet piece of traditional tansu craftsmanship, and a fine example of the beauty and functionality found in the Japanese style. Optional customized black wood stand upon request.  Very good condition. Dimensions: 18” high, 36.75” wide, 16.5” deep.
Japanese Kannon Clothing Chest
Japanese Kannon Clothing Chest - TCXF161
SOLD
Our Price: $2,695.00

Impressive Japanese two-piece kannon-dansu, ryobiraki-isho or double-door clothing chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Fashioned of warm, lightweight kiri (paulownia) and cedar woods and remarkable for its lavishly decorated swing-out doors, which house deep, roomy drawers offering generous storage options. Additional drawers below offering great storage space within. Traditionally used both for clothing and as a symbol of affluence due to it highly decorative, abundant and valuable metalwork. Very good condition. Dimensions:  40” high, 37.5” wide, 16.5” deep.
Japanese Clothing Tansu Chest
Japanese Clothing Tansu Chest with Stand - TJ9JU111
Our Price: $995.00
Sale Price: $895.00 In Stock

Sturdy Japanese clothing chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Formidable chest fashioned of warm, lightweight kiri (paulownia) and finely grained cedar woods. Handsome traditional metalwork features bold, circular lockplates and graceful bracketing, making this a fine example of tansu craftsmanship. Long, deep drawers offer generous storage space.  Wooden stand adds height.  A sublime and functional piece exhibiting Japanese style and tradition. Very good condition.  Dimensions:  26” high, 37” wide, 16” deep.
Japanese Three-Piece Clothing Tansu, Isho Chest
Japanese Three-Piece Clothing Tansu, Isho Chest - TJXJ273
Our Price: $1,495.00 In Stock

Splendid three-piece Japanese clothing chest tansu, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Fine, lightweight kiri (paulownia) and cedar woods.  Paneled cabinet and various drawers offer substantial storage.  Delicate metalwork throughout includes incised lockplates and gracefully formed hirute style handles. A delightful piece of traditional tansu craftsmanship, and a fine example of the beauty and functionality found in the Japanese style. Very good condition.  Dimensions: 
Japanese Kimono Tansu, Clothing Chest
Japanese Kimono Tansu, Clothing Storage Chest - TCXJ2851
Our Price: $1,995.00 In Stock

Elegant three-piece Japanese kimono dansu clothing chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  Lovely, lightweight kiri (paulownia) and cedar woods.  Simple, beautiful double doors at center swing open to reveal a roomy cabinet within, housing sturdy pull-out drawers for storing folded kimono or clothing. Drawers below and above, and a paneled cabinet at top offer additional storage options.  A charming piece of traditional tansu craftsmanship, and a fine example of the beauty and functionality found in the Japanese style. Very good condition. Dimensions: 64.25” high, 42.5” wide, 18.5” deep.
Japanese Lacquer Clothing Tansu
Japanese Lacquer Clothing Tansu - TCXJ2854
SOLD
Our Price: $3,295.00

Beautiful two-piece Japanese lacquer clothing chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  Dramatic, detailed and finely crafted heavyweight metalwork throughout.  Comes with original keys. Fashioned of richly grained keyaki wood, kiri and cedar. Deep, roomy drawers offer generous storage and a small cabinet below offers additional options.  A practical yet eye-catching piece and remarkable addition to any room. Dimensions: 43.5” high, 35” wide, 17” deep.
Japanese Clothing Tansu, Kiri Isho
Japanese Clothing Tansu, Kiri Isho - TCXJ2856
Our Price: $1,495.00 In Stock

Handsome Japanese two-section clothing chest tansu, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926.  Substantial chest fashioned of warm, lightweight kiri (paulownia) wood.  Striking traditional metalwork features bold, circular lockplates, graceful bracketing and heavyweight, warabite style handles.  Long, deep drawers offer generous storage space.   A sublime and functional piece exhibiting Japanese style and tradition. Very good condition.  Dimensions: 40.75” high, 37” wide, 17” deep.
Japanese Kimono Tansu, Clothing Chest
Japanese Kimono Tansu, Clothing Storage Chest - TJXJ917
SOLD
Our Price: $1,595.00
Sale Price: $1,395.00

Attractive three-piece Japanese kimono dansu clothing chest tansu, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926.  Lovely, lightweight kiri (paulownia) and fragrant cedar woods. Simple, beautiful double doors at center swing open to reveal a roomy cabinet within, housing sturdy pull-out drawers for storing folded kimono or clothing. Drawers below and above, and a paneled cabinet at top offer additional storage options.  A charming piece of traditional tansu craftsmanship, and a fine example of the beauty and functionality found in the Japanese style. Very good condition. Dimensions: 61.25” high, 35.5” wide, 16.5” deep.
Japanese Kimono Clothing Tansu
Japanese Kimono Clothing Tansu - TJXJ917A
SOLD
Our Price: $1,195.00
Sale Price: $995.00

Fine two-piece Japanese kimono dansu clothing chest tansu, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926.  Lovely, lightweight kiri (paulownia) and fragrant cedar woods. Simple, beautiful double doors at top swing open to reveal a roomy cabinet within, housing sturdy pull-out drawers for storing folded kimono or clothing. Drawers below offer additional storage options.  A charming piece of traditional tansu craftsmanship, and a fine example of the beauty and functionality found in the Japanese style. Very good condition. Dimensions: 43.5” high, 35.5” wide, 16.5” deep.
Japanese Clothing Tansu, Isho Dansu
Japanese Clothing Tansu, Isho Dansu - TJXJ917B
SOLD
Our Price: $595.00
Sale Price: $495.00

Subtle Japanese clothing chest tansu, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926.  Lovely, lightweight kiri (paulownia) and fragrant cedar woods. Roomy drawers offer plenty of storage.  Delicately conceived metalwork adds to charm.  A fine piece of traditional tansu craftsmanship, and great example of the beauty and functionality found in the Japanese style. Optional customized black wood stand upon request.  Very good condition. Dimensions:  22” high, 35.5” wide, 16.5” deep.
Japanese Isho Clothing Tansu
Japanese Isho Clothing Tansu - TJXJ917C
SOLD
Our Price: $1,195.00
Sale Price: $995.00

Sweet, two-piece Japanese kimono dansu clothing chest tansu, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926.  Lovely, lightweight kiri (paulownia) and fragrant cedar woods. Simple cabinet at top slides open to reveal a roomy cabinet within.  Drawers below offer additional storage options.  A charming piece of traditional tansu craftsmanship, and a fine example of the beauty and functionality found in the Japanese style. Very good condition. Dimensions: 40” high, 35.5” wide, 16.5” deep.
Japanese Clothing Tansu, Isho Chest
Japanese Clothing Tansu, Isho Storage Chest - TJXJ917E
SOLD
Our Price: $495.00
Sale Price: $395.00

Handsome Japanese clothing chest tansu, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926.  Lovely, lightweight kiri (paulownia) and fragrant cedar woods. Simple chest offers charm and storage with drawers and paneled cabinet.  A sweet piece of traditional tansu craftsmanship, and a fine example of the beauty and functionality found in the Japanese style. Optional customized black wood stand upon request.  Very good condition. Dimensions: 18” high, 35.5” wide, 16.5” deep.
Japanese Screen, Room Divider
Japanese Screen, Room Divider - TJXJ919
SOLD
Our Price: $495.00

Wonderful Japanese turn-of-century, four-panel bamboo screen or room divider, Taisho period (1912-1926).  Red lacquer finish on cedar frame. Charming cut-outs at bottom and center and bamboo rungs at top add to sophistication. A beautiful enhancement to any room. Very good condition. Dimensions:  48” x 72” (fully extended).
Japanese Lacquer Ko Dansu, Keyaki
Japanese Lacquer Ko Dansu, Keyaki Clothing Tansu - TC9102010
Our Price: $5,995.00
Sale Price: $5,395.50 In Stock

Rare Japanese lacquer ko dansu, small clothing chest tansu with locking bar and keys, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  Extraordinary, highly detailed and wonderfully rendered metalwork throughout.  Chest fashioned of richly grained keyaki and cedar woods. Deep, roomy drawers offer generous storage and small cabinet below provides additional options.  An exceptional, eye-catching piece and a remarkable addition to any room. Dimensions:  23.75” x 25.5” wide, 12.5” deep.
Japanese Lacquer Clothing Chest, Ko-Dansu
Japanese Lacquer Clothing Chest, Ko-Dansu - TC9102014
Our Price: $2,495.00
Sale Price: $2,245.50 In Stock

Dramatic Japanese small clothing chest tansu, ko-dansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Stunning metalwork throughout.  Multiple drawers and metal-studded bar and cabinet below.  Chest fashioned of richly grained cedar wood.  A striking yet functional piece and a remarkable addition to any room. Comes with working key.  Very good condition.  Dimensions:  25” high, 24” wide, 13.5” deep.
Japanese Lacquer Bar Isho Clothing Tansu
Japanese Lacquer Bar Isho Dansu, Clothing Tansu - TJ910209
SOLD
Our Price: $3,495.00
Sale Price: $3,145.50

Exceptional Japanese black and red lacquer bar isho-dansu or clothing chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Superb, exquisitely rendered metalwork throughout features bamboo, prunus and pine, as well as crane and minogame long-tailed turtle. Chest fashioned entirely of richly finished kiri and cedar woods. Deep, roomy drawers throughout offer generous storage options. Charming highly detailed lockable cabinet at base offers additional space for valued keepsakes. A functional and eye-catching piece!  A stunning addition to any room. Very good condition. Dimensions:  41.75” high, 35.5” wide, 17” deep.
Japanese Sendai Lacquer Clothing Tansu
Japanese Sendai Lacquer Clothing Tansu - TP9M291
Our Price: $4,495.00 In Stock

Remarkable, rare, one-piece Japanese red lacquer Sendai clothing chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912.  Dramatic, highly detailed and wonderfully rendered metalwork throughout.  Chest fashioned of richly grained keyaki wood. Deep, roomy drawers offer generous storage and small cabinet below.  A practical yet eye-catching piece and a remarkable addition to any room. Dimensions:  34” high, 42” wide, 17.5” deep.
Japanese Ko Dansu, Small Clothing Tansu
Japanese Ko Dansu, Small Clothing Tansu - TC9868
Our Price: $1,895.00
Sale Price: $1,705.50 In Stock

Bold Japanese small clothing chest tansu, ko-dansu, early 20th century. Dramatic metalwork throughout.  Multiple drawers and metal-studded cabinet below.  Chest fashioned entirely warm, lightweight kiri (paulownia) wood.  A striking yet functional piece and a stunning addition to any room. Very good condition. Dimensions:  25.5” high, 23.5” wide, 15.5” deep.
Japanese Kimono Tansu, Kiri Clothing Chest
Japanese Kimono Tansu, Kiri Clothing Storage Chest - TJ9MY118
Our Price: $1,395.00
Sale Price: $1,116.00 In Stock

Graceful two-piece Japanese kimono dansu clothing chest tansu, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Fine, lightweight kiri (paulownia) wood. Simple, beautiful double doors swing open to reveal a roomy cabinet within, housing sturdy pull-out drawers for storing folded kimono or clothing. Drawers below offer additional storage options. Distinctive hinges and lovely, light metalwork throughout. Gracefully formed warabite handles echo the natural arc of the warabi, the Japanese mountain fern for which they are named. A charming piece of traditional tansu craftsmanship, and a fine example of the beauty and functionality found in the Japanese style. Very good condition. Dimensions:  63” high, 37” wide, 16.5” deep.
Japanese Clothing Tansu, Kiri Wood Chest
Japanese Clothing Tansu, Kiri Wood Chest - TJ9MY915
SOLD
Our Price: $495.00
Sale Price: $395.00

Charming Japanese clothing chest tansu, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Fine, lightweight kiri (paulownia) and cedar woods.  Sliding panels and drawers offer storage.  Delicate metalwork throughout includes kiri leaf lockplates and gracefully formed warabite handles echo the natural arc of the warabi, the Japanese mountain fern for which they are named. A delightful piece of traditional tansu craftsmanship, and a fine example of the beauty and functionality found in the Japanese style. Very good condition.  Shown in photo insert with optional 6.5” standard wooden stand. Dimensions:  17.75” high, 35.5” wide, 15.25” deep.
Japanese Clothing Chest Tansu - Metalwork
Japanese Clothing Chest Tansu with Metalwork - TP9M292
Our Price: $2,495.00
Sale Price: $2,245.50 In Stock

Bold Japanese two-section clothing chest tansu, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Substantial chest fashioned of warm, lightweight kiri (paulownia) and finely grained cedar woods. Abundant, dramatic traditional metalwork features bold, circular lockplates and graceful bracketing, making this a rare example of tansu craftsmanship. Long, deep drawers offer generous storage space.   A sublime and functional piece exhibiting Japanese style and tradition. Very good condition.  Dimensions:  44”high, 37” wide, 17.5”, deep.
Japanese Clothing Tansu, Isho Dansu
Japanese Clothing Tansu, Wide and Deep Drawers - TJ9M301
Our Price: $795.00
Sale Price: $695.00 In Stock

Subtle Japanese clothing chest tansu, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Fine, lightweight kiri (paulownia) and cedar woods.  Wide and deep drawers offer substantial storage.  Delicate metalwork throughout. Gracefully formed warabite handles echo the natural arc of the warabi, the Japanese mountain fern for which they are named. A charming piece of traditional tansu craftsmanship, and a fine example of the beauty and functionality found in the Japanese style. Very good condition.  Dimensions: 23” high, 44” wide, 20” deep. Shown here with optional standard wooden stand, 6.5" high.
Japanese Merchant or Clothing Tansu
Japanese Merchant or Clothing Tansu - TJ9F191
Our Price: $2,595.00
Sale Price: $2,295.00 In Stock

Dramatic two-piece Japanese merchant or clothing chest tansu, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926.  Golden cypress and rare, knotted cedar woods complemented by striking, heavyweight metalwork. Roomy cabinet above, numerous drawers in a combination of sizes below. Traditional warabite style drawer pulls. A wonderful example of elegance and simplicity in traditional tansu craftsmanship! Very good condition with some age cracking inside drawers (not visible from outside). Dimensions:
   
 
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