Oriental Red Lacquer Wares Collection: Scrolls, Chest, Boxes, Tray
A collection of oriental red lacquer wares, comprising a character decorated scroll case, a decorated dome top scroll chest, two circular boxes, and a modern Japanese black and red lacquer tray, the large scroll case 43.11 in. long, 3.15 in. diameter
Japanese Stained Pine Tansu with Iron Fittings, Early 20th Century
A Japanese stained pine Tansu, early 20th century the storage chest with three graduated long drawers above an arrangement of six drawers, with iron fittings, swing handles and corner reinforcements. Height 27.95 in., width 25.98 in., depth 13.39 in.
Japanese Pine and Elm Tansu, Early 20th Century Clothing Chest
A Japanese stained pine and elm Tansu, early 20th century the clothing chest (sendai dansu) of typical square form, with a long drawer over two sliding doors and an arrangement of drawers below with a lockable compartment enclosing two extra drawers, with
Japanese Stained Pine Tansu with Iron Fittings and Five Drawers
A small Japanese stained pine Tansu, first half 20th century the small storage chest in stained pine with iron fittings, with an arrangement of five drawers, with ironwork carrying handles. Height 8.66 in., width 24.80 in., depth 13.58 in.
Early 20th Century Japanese Stained Pine Tansu with Iron Fittings
A small Japanese stained pine Tansu, early 20th century the small storage chest in stained pine with iron fittings, with an arrangement of five drawers. Height 9.45 in., width 8.86 in., depth 15.16 in.
Japanese Stained Pine Tansu with Ironwork Handles, 20th Century
A small Japanese stained pine Tansu, first half, 20th century the rectangular specimen chest with an arrangement of 21 small drawers over 3 larger drawers, with ironwork carrying handles. Height 25.20 in., width 18.11 in., depth 12.20 in.
Japanese Stained Pine Tansu, Early 20th Century Storage Chest
A Japanese stained pine Tansu, early 20th century the square form storage chest with five long drawers in stained pine, with iron fittings, swing handles and corner reinforcements. Height 25.59 in., width 24.41 in., depth 13.39 in.
Late Meiji Period Japanese Mizuya-Dansu Kitchen Chest, Zelkova Panels
Japanese late Meiji period Mizuya-Dansu (kitchen chest). Upper section with Zelkova sliding panels and four small drawers. The lower section with Zelkova panels and six small drawers. 66.93 in. height x 43.31 in. width
Late Taisho Period Mizuya-Dansu Kitchen Chest with Glazed Panels
Japanese late Taisho period Mizuya-Dansu (kitchen chest). In two sections. The upper section with sliding glazed panels below sliding panel doors with recessed Zelkova panels. The lower section with sliding panels beside four drawers and two drawers to the
Late Meiji Period Paulownia Isho-Dansu Clothing Chest, 100 cm
Japanese late Meiji period Paulownia Isho-Dansu (clothing chest). With cast iron carry handles to the upper sides. Showing considerable wear. 39.37 in. height & 34.65 in. width
Antique Japanese Two-Section Chest: Meiji Period, Stained Pine & Iron
An antique Japanese two sectional chest of drawers, stained pine with iron fittings, Meiji period, 37.80 in. high, 35.43 in. wide, 15.35 in. deep
Japanese Lacquer Chest with Brass Hardware and Inlaid Borders
Japanese lacquer chest, with two short drawers above three long drawers, with brass hardware and inlaid borders, 35.83 in. x 33.46 in. x 12.99 in.
Japanese Bronze Koro of Fukurokuju on Stag, Meiji Period
A large Japanese bronze koro of Fukurokuju seated on a stag, Meiji period the finely cast and black-patinated bronze koro of the god of wisdom and longevity Fukurokuju seated on a black stag, with his long beard and bald elongated head, wearing long flowin
Edo Period Tansu Chest with Elaborate Steel Fittings
A Japanese late Edo period (1603 and 1867) characterful tansu chest, with a combination of seven drawers and pair of doors, with elaborate steel fittings including large lock plates to all and uncommon flared hinges. With key. 30.51 in. x 16.14 in. x 31…
Meiji Period Japanese Step Chest
A Japanese Kaidan Dansu (step chest); Meiji period (1868-1912); with beautiful overall patina of aged Hinoki (cypress), a combination of six drawers and two hinged and sliding door cupboards with simple iron handles follow eight steps up to the apex. 197.5
Meiji Era Japanese Two-Door Chest
A small Japanese two door chest; Meiji period (1868-1912); beautifully aged two drawer (lockable) and main sliding cupboard, in a combination of Keyaki and Hinoki wood. 35.04 in. high, 35.63 in. wide, 23.03 in. deep
Japanese Lacquered Jewellery Cabinet
A Japanese lacquered jewellery cabinet, mid 20th century comprising two small chests united by a wooden base and top, with four drawers to one side, the other with a small door which opens to reveal two deep drawers with a smaller one below, with inlaid ge
Japanese Lacquered Jewellery Cabinet with Pagoda Top
A Japanese lacquered jewellery cabinet, 20th century, the small lacquered chest with a waisted pagoda top, painted and gilded with flora and birds, the double doors opening to a fitted interior with six small drawers, a larger drawer below and a shaped one
Japanese Exotic Wood Collector's Chest with Bronze Handles
A circa 1930 Japanese quality exotic woods collector's chest, the six-drawer combination including burl mulberry panels, bronze swing handles. With key. 17.91 in. x 11.22 in. x 13.19 in.
Gilded Japanese Samurai Armour with Crested Helmet
An impressive 20th century Japanese samurai full suit of armour, with enamelled metal plates with gilded highlight, blue dominant rope cord lashings, includes crested helmet, mask plate, chest, arm, waist, leg and other coverings, on stand and with display
Japanese Coral Red Lacquer Nagamochi Trunk, Meiji Period
A fabulous Japanese coral red lacquer and gilt metal mounted nagamochi (trunk) Meiji period (1868-1912), 59.84 in. wide 30.71 in. high 25.59 in. deep
19th Century Japanese Black Lacquer Locking Tansu Chest with Keys
A 19th century Japanese black lacquer locking small personal tansu chest the five various drawers secured by a locking bar, single door, with fancy iron lock and fittings. 20.28 in. x 12.01 in. x 20.87 in. With keys
Japanese Tansu Chest with Marquetry and Mother-of-Pearl Inlay
Japanese Tansu chest, decorated with geometric wood marquetry, opening top above pair of panelled mother-of-pearl inlaid doors enclosing a fitted interior, above a single long drawer (A/F), height 18.50 in. width 17.32 in. depth 10.24 in. Provenance: The…
Antique Japanese Elm Staircase Chests (Mirror Pair)
Mirror pair of antique style Japanese elm staircase chests, height 35.04 in., length 36.22 in., depth 36
Japanese Edo Chest with 10 Drawers and Double Doors
Japanese mid Edo merchant chest paulownia wood C.1780. 10 drawers with double doors. 24.80 in. x 31.10 in. x 18.90 in.
Late 19th Century Sendai Kimono Chest with Symbols
An uncommon Japanese late 19th century Sendai region kimono chest, the five drawers with chestnut fronts, crane, tortoise and pine symbols decorate the lock plates, ebonised other metal fittings. Original condition. W/ key, width 41.81 in. D.18.23 in.,…
Vintage Japanese Chest with Worn Finish
An early 20th century Japanese small chest, three full width drawers and four half width, the original finish showing characterful wear around the drop swing handles. 21.26 in. x 12.20 in. x 22.44 in.
Japanese Ebony Kimono Chest with Gilded Panels and Drawers
An early 20th century Japanese Taisho period ebony fronted kimono chest, the three sections incorporating a pair of gilded panelled doors above eleven drawers, the upper three with 'harmonica' action, with key. 46.65 in. x 15.94 in. x 59.84 in.
Red Lacquered Japanese Chest of Drawers
Pair of Japanese red lacquered chest of drawers some losses to finish, 10.24 in. wide, 11.81 in. deep, 38.98 in. high
Japanese Meiji Lacquered Miniature Chest (15.2 cm)
Minature chest Japanese Meiji period laquered miniature chest, height 5.98 in.
Japanese Limed Tansu Chest with Sliding Doors and Drawers
A c1920's Japanese small tansu chest, slightly limed grain effect, with a combination of two sliding doors and five drawers. Bronze swing handles and fittings. 23.03 in. x 11.02 in. x 18.70 in.
Japanese Kodansu Bedside Chest with Five Drawers and Cupboard
A c1900 Japanese Kodansu bedside chest, with combination of five drawers and single cupboard enclosing three further drawers, decorative black metal fittings, complete with two keys. 23.82 in. x 12.01 in. x 23.82 in.
Japanese Kodansu Chest with Decorative Fittings and Keys
A c1900 Japanese Kodansu collector's chest, with combination of three drawers and single cupboard door, enclosing two further drawers decorative black metal fittings, complete with keys. 17.91 in. x 11.81 in. x 19.29 in.
Japanese Kodansu Bedside Chest with Sliding Doors and Drawers
A c1900 Japanese Kodansu bedside chest, with combination of a pair of sliding doors above five drawers and one cupboard door, bronze fittings, minor old damage. 25.59 in. x 14.17 in. x 29.92 in.
Japanese Kodansu Collector's Chest with Swing Handles
A c1900 Japanese Kodansu collector's chest, with combination of four drawers, black metal fittings with swing handles to the front and top. 11.81 in. x 12.20 in. x 15.35 in.
Japanese Kodansu Bedside Chest with Seven Drawers
A c1900 Japanese Kodansu bedside chest, with combination of seven drawers, metal fittings including swing handles to the front and sides. 24.21 in. x 12.99 in. x 29.53 in.
Japanese Brass-Decorated Wood Chest
A small Japanese wood precious objects chest, lavishly decorated with engraved brass corner plates to all drawers and the top, strapping to the front and with additional brass detail, brass carrying handle to the top. 13.58 in. x 9.84 in. x 9.65 in.
Bird and Floral Japanese Lacquer Trinket Chest
Japanese lacquer ware trinket chest with bird and floral decoration, width 24 x depth 12 x height 12.01 in.
Japanese Tansu Chest with Eight Drawers and Lockable Cupboard
A c.1900 Japanese small tansu chest, with a combination of eight drawers including three secured behind a lockable cupboard. With metal swing handles, lock plates and various fittings. With two keys. 22.64 in. x 13.39 in. x 23.03 in.
Japanese Cedar Wedding Chest with Bronze Fittings
Japanese wedding chest, c1950s, three segment, Japanese cedar (Sugi) with hand beaten bronze fittings lockable compartments, height 65.35 in., length 46.46 in., depth 16.14 in.
Japanese Tansu Chests with Iron Mounts and Handles
Two Japanese Tansu chests, late 19th century/Early 20th century, one chest with one long drawer above a pair of sliding doors and eight graduated drawers, with iron mounts, the other tansu in two parts with iron handles to sides, having a pair of doors enc
19th Century Japanese Kaidan Tansu Step Chest
A good original 19th century Japanese Kaidan Tansu step chest, Meiji period, of cypress and cedar construction with a combination of five doors and six drawers all in keyaki wood, the eight Japanese red pine steps displaying gold old wear. Provenance: Purc
Edo Period Locking Chest with Multiple Drawers and Keys
A good c1850 Japanese paulownia wood merchant's locking chest, 'Choba-Dansu', with pair of sliding doors above a combination of drawers, three secured by a locking bar, the single cupboard door enclosing three drawers, multiple locks and various metal fitt
Antique Japanese Tansu Chest with Six Drawers and Locks
A c.1900 Japanese small tansu chest, with a combination of six drawers, large circular lock plates, swing handles. 22.44 in. x 11.81 in. x 22.83 in.
Taisho Era Oak and Cedar Clothing Chest with Drawers and Cupboards
A Taisho period oak and cedar three section Japanese clothing chest, 10 assorted sized drawers and three cupboards. 43.70 in. x 14.96 in. x 59.45 in.
Black Lacquered Japanese Clothing Chest with Gilt Handles
A c1900 Japanese issho-dansu clothing chest, black lacquered with gilt metal handles, large disc lock plates and fittings, a combination of seven drawers, with key. From the Gifu prefecture. 33.46 in. x 15.75 in. x 64.96 in.
Japanese Inlaid Jewelry Chest with Mount Fuji Design
A Japanese inlaid jewellery chest with tambour doors revealing mount Fuji and three drawers below, height 9.06 in., width 9.45 in., depth 4.72 in.
Pair of Japanese Miniature Decorated Wooden Chests
Two early Japanese miniature wooden chests each with three decorated drawers, height 3.15 in., and 3.35 in.
19th Century Japanese Merchant's Ten-Drawer Chest
Japanese Merchants chest of drawers, 19th century fitted with ten drawers and original metal hardware
Meiji Period Japanese Chest on Chest with Metal Fittings
An antique Japanese chest on chest, pine and cypress with metal bound fittings, Meiji period, 42.13 in. high, 35.83 in. wide, 16.93 in. deep
Japanese Elm Chest of Drawers
Chest of drawers, early, 20th century, Japanese elm and camphorwood five drawer with burr elm ebonised handles and bronze escutcheons, height 35.04 in., width 34.25 in., depth 17.72 in.
19th Century Japanese Black Lacquer Tansu Chest with Lock
A 19th century Japanese black lacquer locking tansu chest, the five various drawers secured by a locking bar, single door, with fancy iron lock and fittings. 20.28 in. x 12.01 in. x 20.87 in. With keys
Japanese Tansu Chest: 99x43x99.5 cm
Japanese Tansu chest of drawers 38.98 in. wide, 16.93 in. deep, 39.17 in. high
Japanese Lacquer Miniature Chests with Bird and Floral Decoration
Two Japanese lacquer ware miniature chests with bird and floral decoration, height 4.13 in.
Japanese Bronze Elephants with Bone Tusks, Meiji Period
A pair of Japanese bronze elephants Meiji period, 19th century one with rearing trunk, both with bone tusks impressed seal marks 7.87 in. long
Japanese Tanzu Chest: Vertical or Horizontal Assembly
Japanese 2 part Tanzu chest of drawers can be assembled in a vertical or horizontal manner, part 1: 61.02 in. wide, 16.14 in. deep, 35.43 in. high and part 2: 26.38 in. wide, 16.14 in. deep, 24.61 in. high
Japanese Tansu Chest with Cast Iron Handles
A Japanese tansu chest, four drawers with two small drawers in a lockable cupboard at the base, substantial cast iron handles. 35.43 in. x 16.93 in. x 41.73 in.
Japanese Double Sided Step Chest with 11 Drawers
A good size double sided Japanese step chest, seven steps comprising a combination of eleven drawers and two sliding door compartments, brass handles, on plinth base. 65.75 in. x 17.32 in. x 62.99 in.
Japanese 7-Step Chest with Drawers and Doors
A late 19th century Japanese step chest (kaidan-dansu), of seven steps enclosing a combination of 13 drawers and three slatted doors, original blackened iron swing handles, lock and hinged fittings, of two sections with panelled tall end and back. 65.35…
Japanese Paulownia Tansu Chest, 1930s
A Japanese paulownia tansu chest, circa 1930's of typical form, in two sections with five long drawers and iron fittings 47.24 in. high, 34.65 in. wide, 16.14 in. deep
Japanese Meiji Period Miniature Traveling Chest with Cabinet Doors
A Japanese miniature travelling chest of drawers with cabinet doors, Meiji period, 19th century, 18.11 in. high, 15.35 in. wide, 8.27 in. deep
Distressed Japanese Three Drawer Chest with Metal Corners
A vintage Japanese three drawer chest, 20th century, the exterior having a distressed painted finish overall and applied with metal work corners, 25.20 in. high, 22.83 in. wide, 13.58 in. deep
Japanese Tanzu Chest with 6 Graduated Drawers and Cabinet
Japanese Tanzu chest of drawers with 6 graduated drawers and a small single door cabinet locked, fitted with metal hardware and corner strapping, 45.67 in. wide, 16.14 in. deep, 40.16 in. high
Japanese Eight-Drawer Chest
A Japanese chest of eight drawers, height 12.99 in., width 14.17 in., depth 8.27 in.
Japanese Chests: Compact and Elegant Storage Solutions
Two Japanese chests of drawers, height 18.90 in., width 18.90 in., depth 12.99 in.
Japanese Chest with 6 Drawers & Sliding Doors
A Japanese chest of six drawers & sliding doors, height 20.47 in., width 20.87 in., depth 11.42 in.
Japanese Five-Drawer Chest with Doors
A Japanese chest of five drawers with doors, height 11.02 in., width 23.62 in., depth 11.81 in.
Japanese Tansu Chest with Two Drawers
A Japanese two drawer chest of drawers. Provenance: Tansu Ya, Queen Street Woollahra, W 49 & 9.84 in., depth 14.57 in.
Japanese Cedarwood Kimono Chest with Metal Fittings
Late 19th century Japanese Cedarwood kimono chest with metal fittings, handles and lock plates
Japanese Two-Stage Tansu Chest with Iron Fittings
Japanese two stage Tansu chest with four drawers and small cupboard, all with iron handles and fittings
Vintage Japanese Tansu Chest with Imperial Connections
Impressive vintage Japanese tansu chest, Table top wooden chest decorated with inlay and marquetry, with fittings, strap hinges and corner supports. Two doors open to six fitted draers, and one drawer below. Associated documentation includes supporting let
Meiji Period Japanese Cypress Cabinet with Metal Fittings
A Japanese cypress cabinet, mizuya dansu, persimmon wood panelling, Meiji period 1878-1912, chest on chest with iron metal fittings, the upper section with several sections, the lower part with double sliding doors and three drawers. Provenance: Original r
Elaborate Japanned Kimono Chest with Metal Fittings
Late 19th century Japanese Kimono chest with elaborate japanned metal handles and fittings
Antique Japanese Miniature Lacquer Ware Chest
Antique Japanese miniature lacquer ware chest, approx 3.15 in. high, 3.15 in. wide, 2.17 in. deep
1930 Japanese Double Kimono Chest with Gold Leaf Panels
An exceptional c.1930 Japanese double kimono chest, the twin chests side-by-side on common stand, both with a pair of sliding gold leaf on silk panelled doors above a combination of five short drawers above four full width drawers, all with burr mulberry f
Japanese Lacquer Clothing Chest Tansu, Meiji Period
A Japanese Yonezawa style lacquer Clothing chest Tansu, Meiji period, circa 1868-1912, of zelkova and cryptomeria wood construction, deep lacquered finish with round iron lock plates engraved in a butterfly motif. Forged 'Mokko' (melon style) drawer pulls
Japanese Ironwork Timber Chest, 19th Century
A two-part timber chest with decorative dark ironwork, Japanese, 19th century, 44.09 in. high
Japanese lacquered table chest with porcelain top
A Japanese lacquered table chest with blue and white porcelain top, 9.06 in. high, 12.20 in. wide, 9.65 in. deep
Japanese Peddlar's Chests with Secret Latches
An exceptional pair of Japanese peddlar's chests, Gyosho Bako, Edo period, mid 19th century, each with eleven shallow sample drawers, and secret locking button latches, made from paulownia wood and iron bound, with copper drawer pulls. Provenance: A Europe
Metal Bound Japanese Chest with Five Drawers (1860)
Antique Japanese metal bound two door chest concealing five full width internal drawers c.1860
Japanese metal bound chest with multiple drawers
Antique Japanese metal bound chest with multiple drawers c.1860
Metal Bound Japanese Chest with Drawers, c.1860
Antique Japanese metal bound chest on chest, the top section with two doors concealing two full width drawers c.1860
Ornate Japanese Kimono Chest with Six Drawers
19th century Japanese Kimono chest from the Nihonmatsu village combination of six drawers each centred by ornate roundel, steel handles and fittings in two parts
Vintage Japanese Domed Trunk with Iron Strapping
A large vintage Japanese trunk, Taisho period, early 20th century, the domed trunk of generous proportions, fabricated from lightweight timbers, of unadorned form, with iron strapping and a trio of simple pin form hinges, a 'C' form handle and shaped escut
Japanese Elm and Pine Sectional Chest with Drawers
A Japanese elm and pine sectional chest with five drawers. Height 39.37 in., width 34.25 in., depth 15.75 in.
Red Lacquered Japanese Chest with Metal Hardware
Japanese red lacquered chest with decorative metal hardware
Antique Japanese Traveling Chest with Iron Strapping
An antique Japanese timber and iron chest, Meiji period, late 19th century, of travelling chest form with carry handles, having two shallow drawers, with a deeper drawer below flanked by a small drawer with a secret compartment to the rear, with iron work
Japanese Paulownia Tansu Chest with Full Width Drawer
A Japanese light paulownia tansu chest, with a configuration of full width drawer above numerous smaller drawers and cupboards, the lower section with two sliding doors. 35.43 in. x 14.96 in. x 38.98 in.
Meiji Period Metal Bound Paulownia Wood Chest on Chest
A Japanese metal bound paulownia wood two-sectional chest on chest, late Meiji period. 47.64 in. high, 46.06 in. wide, 20.47 in. deep
Japanese Wooden Trunk with Metal Mounts
Japanese wooden trunk with metal mounts. Approx 21.26 in. high, 38.19 in. wide, 16.73 in. deep
Japanese Metal Bound Elm Chest (18/19th Century)
A Japanese metal bound elm chest, 18/19th century. 25.20 in. high, 32.28 in. wide and 15.75 in. deep
Japanese Cedar Kimono Chest with Iron Handles
A c.1880s Japanese two section Nihonmatsu cedar kimono chest, a combination of three long drawers above another with small cupboard beside enclosing two further drawers, decorative black finished iron handles and binding. 41.54 in. x 16.93 in. x 42.52 in.
Japanese 19th Century Miniature Black and Gold Lacquer Chest
A miniature black and gold lacquer chest, Japanese, 19th century, 14.96 in. high, 12.60 in. wide, 5.12 in. deep
Edo Period Japanese Lacquer Tansu Chest
An unusual and well decorated Japanese lacquer and iron mounted Tansu chest, Edo period 17/18th century, 42.13 in. high, 37.40 in. wide, 16.93 in. deep
Japanese Tansu Chest with Glazed Sliding Doors
Japanese Tansu chest of two sections, each section with four glazed sliding doors. Height 66.54 in. Width 70.87 in. Depth 17.72 in. Provenance: Estate of Prof. Alan Walker
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Japanese Tea Chest with Burr Timber Fascias
Japanese cha-dansu [tea utensil and storage chest], with cupboards and small drawers with burr timber fascias. Height 37.01 in., width 32.28 in.
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Meiji Era Zelkova & Lacquer Kitchen Chest
Two section Japanese zelkova and lacquer mizuya [kitchen chest], Meiji period, the upper section with sliding cupboards above small drawers, the lower section with sliding cupboards. Height 67.72 in., width 70.87 in.
Japanese 2-Part Chest with 5 Drawers and 1 Door
Japanese 2 part chest with 5 drawers and 1 door, 41.73 in. wide, 38.98 in. high approx
Japanese Iron-Fitted Timber Chest
Japanese timber chest with iron fittings, 31.10 in. wide, 14.57 in. high
Japanese Chest with 2 Drawers and 1 Door
Japanese chest with 2 drawers and 1 door, 45.67 in. wide, 23.82 in. high approx