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How tall is a highboy dresser?

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How tall is a highboy dresser?
A highboy dresser is usually around six feet tall, with some versions standing even taller at seven feet or so. Highboys, which began to appear with frequency during the early 17th century in England, are essentially very tall dressers with lots of drawers, whereas a lowboy is a different type of storage furniture in that it's a dressing table with one or two rows of drawers. A wardrobe can usually be found positioned on top of a tallboy, which is yet another type of dresser.

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French Louis XVI Style Burl Wood Dresser by Romweber
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Blonde Mahogany, Burl Book-Matched Walnut, Brass Pulls This exquisite dresser by Romweber captures the refined elegance of early 20...
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Vintage 1920s American Louis XV Dressers

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Brass

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern 9-Drawer Walnut Dresser, Bassett Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Walnut

Expertly Restored - Richard Thompson Lacquered Walnut Dresser for Glenn of CA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Steel

Louis White Oak Dresser with 6 Drawers
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Louis XVI style 6 drawer dresser in a beautiful natural white oak finish. The elegant design of this Louis XVI nightstand features intricate detailing and craftsmanship that exudes l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Louis XVI Dressers

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Oak

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern 9-Drawer Walnut Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Walnut

Antique American Empire Flame Mahogany Tallboy Dresser Chest of Drawers 42"
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid to late 19th century American Empire tallboy / highboy chest. Made of flame / crotch mahogany featuring rectangular form with scrolled front and four hand dovetailed drawers. Di...
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Antique 19th Century American American Empire Dressers

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