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What’s the difference between a chest and dresser?

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What’s the difference between a chest and dresser?
The difference between a chest and a dresser is that dressers are short, and chests of drawers are overall taller pieces of furniture that typically do not have room on the top for a mirror as most dressers do.

The first step in finding the perfect dresser is considering your particular needs. Most tall dressers offer anywhere from five to seven drawers, essentially allowing for the organization of an entire wardrobe, while shorter, waist-height dresser varieties can be equipped with a convenient vanity mirror. 

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Drexel Heritage French Empire Style Walnut Burl Marble Top Commode Chest Dresser
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Drexel Heritage French Empire Style Commode, Console or Chest of Drawers. Features a rectangular form made from walnut with lacquered and gilt columns and a marble top. The...
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Late 20th Century American Empire Dressers

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Marble, Brass

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

Materials

Brass

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

Materials

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

Materials

Steel

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

Materials

Walnut

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

Materials

Oak

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