Japanese Tansu Style File Chest Custom-Order Reference

Japanese Tansu style File Chest

This pictured piece is a custom-order reference example and is not available for purchase.

This Japanese tansu style file chest combines the strong, rectilinear presence of tansu-inspired furniture with a practical file-storage format. The documented specifications identify it as a custom piece in fir with a teak finish, measuring 38”W x 16”D x 33”H.

Design Overview

In plain English, tansu refers to traditional Japanese cabinetry and chests known for their clean lines, stepped casework, and prominent drawer hardware. This example uses that visual language in a file chest format, with multiple drawer sizes across the upper section and broader lower drawers beneath. The dark metal pulls and projecting case rails reinforce the tansu-inspired look while supporting the chest’s organized, work-oriented function.

Documented Specifications

MEASUREMENTS. 38”W x 16”D x 33”H

Material: Fir

Finish: Teak Finish

Visible Features

The front presents an asymmetrical drawer arrangement associated with Japanese tansu styling, including smaller top drawers, medium central drawers, and larger lower drawers suited to papers and files. Side views show exposed corner joinery details and bracket-like projecting rails that emphasize the chest’s architectural silhouette. The warm brown finish and black handles create a strong contrast that highlights each drawer front.

Reference Details

• Object type: File chest
• Style: Japanese tansu style
• Material: Fir
• Finish: Teak finish
• Dimensions: 38”W x 16”D x 33”H
• SKU reference: 090610

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