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Japanese Elm Wood Tansu Chest

19th century
Sold 8 April 2025 · Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
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Description

Charming Japanese elm wood Tansu chest in original untouched condition. There are historic knocks, marks, cracks and scratches as is to be expected an item of it age, however these only add to its appeal as a very functional antique. Its 7 drawers all run smooth and retain the original iron handles and provide ample storage. It has gained a wonderful rich colour and patina over the years with many more years of use ahead.

Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Japanese Elm Tansu Chest to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
48cm (18.90")
Width
59cm (23.23")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Reference Numbers
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SA976642
Dealers Internal Reference
SAI2917
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Charming Japanese elm wood Tansu chest in original untouched condition.
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There are historic knocks, marks, cracks and scratches as is to be expected an item of it age, however these only add to its appeal as a very functional antique.
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

Its 7 drawers all run smooth and retain the original iron handles and provide ample storage. It has gained a wonderful rich colour and patina over the years with many more years of use ahead.

Date of Manufacture

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors has dated this Japanese Elm Tansu Chest to the 19th Century.

Height
48cm (18.90")
Width
59cm (23.23")
Depth
36cm (14.17")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA976642
Dealers Internal Ref
SAI2917
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Jul 2017

A family run business , second generation of antique dealers est 1977 with 3 warehouses over 6000 sq ft

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors Profile Page

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Archive I A dark brown Japanese elm tansu chest featuring multiple symmetrical drawers and black iron hardware. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Japanese Elm Wood Tansu Chest

Archive II A dark brown Japanese elm tansu chest featuring multiple symmetrical drawers and black iron hardware. View II
Archive III A dark brown Japanese elm tansu chest featuring multiple symmetrical drawers and black iron hardware. View III
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Archive V A dark brown Japanese elm tansu chest featuring multiple symmetrical drawers and black iron hardware. View V
Archive VI A dark brown Japanese elm tansu chest featuring multiple symmetrical drawers and black iron hardware. View VI
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Archive VIII A dark brown Japanese elm tansu chest featuring multiple symmetrical drawers and black iron hardware. View VIII
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Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors

Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
Telephone 07977 119 787
Location
91 Main Street
Thornton
Fife
KY1 4AQ
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/sinclairs
Verified Since Jul 2017
Items For Sale 598
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Sinclairs Antiques and Interiors
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A dark brown Japanese elm tansu chest featuring multiple symmetrical drawers and black iron hardware.
Japanese Elm Wood Tansu Chest
Ref: SA976642
A dark brown Japanese elm tansu chest featuring multiple symmetrical drawers and black iron hardware.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectChest of Drawers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleTraditional Japanese
  • MaterialJapanese Elm, Iron
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsDrop handles, Iron lock plates, Asymmetrical drawer arrangement, Visible wood grain
  • SizeH 48 cm (19 in) x W 59 cm (23 in) x D 36 cm (14 in)

FAQs

A tansu is a traditional mobile storage chest originating in Japan, historically used by merchants, farmers, and scholars to store clothing, documents, and valuables.

Tansu chests are traditionally crafted from native Japanese woods such as keyaki elm, hinoki cypress, and sugi cedar, often fitted with intricate hand-forged iron hardware.

Authentic pieces typically feature hand-cut joinery, traditional forged iron lock plates and handles, natural wood grain patterns, and signs of age such as oxidisation on the metalwork.

A tansu chest can be integrated into contemporary spaces as a statement surface, media console, or entryway accent, pairing well with minimalist decor to highlight its textural craftsmanship.

Preserve the wood by dusting with a dry, soft cloth, avoiding direct sunlight, and occasionally applying natural beeswax to nourish the timber without damaging the finish.
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