Antique Japanese Hinoki Tansu Folding Glass Doors, Meiji Period

DescriptionAntique Japanese tansu cabinet crafted from solid hinoki (Japanese cypress), dating to the Meiji period. The cabinet features double folding glass doors, a form designed to provide full access to the interior while maintaining a visually light, architectural presence.The interior opens to reveal a single full-width shelf, offering practical storage and display functionality. A small pull-out drawer is integrated at the base, a common yet desirable feature that adds both utility and visual balance to the composition.Hinoki cypress, long prized in Japanese woodworking, is valued for its fine, straight grain, stability, and subtle natural luster. The wood has developed a warm, even patina consistent with age, enhancing the cabinet’s understated elegance. The restrained design and minimal hardware reflect the practical refinement characteristic of Meiji-era furniture.Well-proportioned and versatile, this tansu works equally well as a display cabinet, storage piece, or architectural accent within both traditional and contemporary interiors.Age: Meiji Period (1868–1912)Dimensions: 45″ W × 39″ H × 14″ D