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Pair of Chests by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare and beautifully detailed pair of chests designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. Sculpted
Category
Vintage 1950s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pair of Solid Mahogany Bachelor Chests by Henredon
Located in North York, ON
This listing is for a pair of solid mahogany bachelor chests made in the 1950s by renowned
Category
20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair, Blue Painted Swedish Gustavian Chest of Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of elegant Gustavian pine chests of three drawers painted in soft blue with pair of
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Midcentury Greek Key Chests by Kittinger
By Kittinger
Located in Astoria, NY
A pair of vintage chests in light toned wood, produced circa 1940s by Kittinger, including three
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of Retro Elm beside Chests Vintage, 1970s
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and useful pair of chests, dating from the 1970s. They're beautifully made from elm
Category
Vintage 1970s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Elm
1970s Pair of Vintage Wood and Chrome Chests
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and unusual pair of vintage chests, these date from the 1970s and are very versatile
Category
Vintage 1970s European Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome
Pair of Parchment Chests in the Manner of Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful Pair of Parchment Chests in the Manner of Gio Ponti. The chests contain a shelf and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Parchment Chests in the Manner of Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful Pair of Parchment chests in the Manner of Gio Ponti. The chests contain a shelf and
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$16,000 / set
Pair of Swedish Black Painted Gustavian Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
A pair of decorative Gustavian style chests of drawers.
Crafted from black-painted pine with a
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Neoclassical Chests of Drawers, Italy early 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
A large pair of Italian neoclassical chests, each featuring two drawers and tapered legs with brass
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of D...
Materials
Walnut
Pair of English Early 20th Century Edwardian Chests of Drawers
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A delightful pair of Edwardian cream-painted chests of drawers, from turn of the 20th century
Category
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Paint
Midcentury Pair of White Harrison Van-Horn Chests of Drawers
By Harrison Van Horn
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage pair of Harrison Van-Horn chests of drawers covered in raffia with brass handles. Good
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Chest of Drawers by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings.
Located in Miami, FL
A classic pair of chest of drawers by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings, for John Stuart. Newly refinished in
Category
Vintage 1940s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pair of Small Antique Danish Chest of Drawers Painted White
Located in Round Top, TX
is lightly distressed allowing the natural pine to show through, giving the pair of chests a cottage
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
A Pair of Bedside Cabinets
Located in London, GB
A pair of bedside cabinets, each with six drawers and veneered with highly figured flame mahogany
Category
20th Century French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
A pair of Danish commodes
Located in New York, NY
A good pair of Danish Late Empire figured mahogany and ebonized commodes, Circa 1820-1830, each
Category
Antique 19th Century Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
$15,000
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Chests of Drawers circa 1950
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
A Pair of Mid-Century 'Cumbrae' range chests of drawers by Moriss of Glasgow. Zebra wood with
Category
Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Sycamore, Zebra Wood
Mid 20th Century Vintage Heywood Wakefield Chest Air Drawers - a Pair
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage MCM chests of drawers. Made by the iconic Heywood Wakefield group and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple
Pair of White Painted Swedish Chest of Drawers, circa 1880
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of Gustavian pine chest of drawers with Greek key motif carved in upper molding resting on
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Pair Of Vintage Chest Of Drawers In the Manner Of Fornasetti
Located in London, GB
A Pair of mid-century chest of drawers designed by E Gomme for G Plan, 1960s.
These practical yet
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Teak
Maison Jansen Style Hollywood Regency Commodes or Chests / Nightstands a Pair
By Maison Jansen
Located in Manhasset, NY
Maison Jansen style Hollywood Regency commodes, chests or nightstands. A pair of ebony simply
Category
Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Maison Jansen Style Hollywood Regency Commodes or Chests / Nightstands a Pair
By Maison Jansen
Located in Manhasset, NY
Maison Jansen style Hollywood Regency commodes, chests or nightstands. A pair of ebony simply
Category
Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Continental Neoclassical Chests, Pair
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of Neoclassical mahogany chests with inset green marble tops, each has two (2) small drawers
Category
Antique Early 19th Century European Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of ...
Materials
Marble, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Solid Mahogany and Brass Commode Chests, a Pair
Located in Charleston, SC
A rare find of solid mahogany commode chests by Link Taylor that have been newly refinished. These
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Refinished Transitional Campaign Style Chests Acquisitions for Henredon
By Henredon
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
A striking pair of Campaign-inspired chests from the Acquisitions by Henredon collection
Category
Early 2000s American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Pair of dressers with Louis XV Style chinoiseries, 1910 – France
By French House
Garden
Located in Valladolid, ES
Gorgeous Pair of Chinoiserie Chests of Drawers Louis XV Style, 1910 – France
Exquisite pair of
Category
Vintage 1910s French Napoleon III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Pair of Vintage Serpentine Three-Drawer Painted Wood Chests
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of three-drawer serpentine front chests from Canada.
This pair of chests from the mid
Category
20th Century Canadian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of Ebonized French Louis XVI Style Jansen Chests
By Maison Jansen
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of ebonized French Louis XVI style Jansen chests. This is a one of a kind pair of Maison
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests o...
Pair of Midcentury Danish Rosewood Chests by Svend Langkilde
By Svend Langkilde
Located in Stamford, CT
A rare pair of matching rosewood chests designed by Svend Langkilde. The pair retain the Danish
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of Important Chests With Berlin Cast Iron Details
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Important chests in maple with burl veneer and ebonized details. Extraordinarily crafted
Category
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
Late 19th Century Pair of Gustavian Chests from Sweden
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A pair of small handcrafted Swedish chests of drawers made of pinewood with a grey-white painted
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Pair of Nancy Corzine White Lacquered Chests With Drawers
By Nancy Corzine
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A pair of Nancy Corzine white lacquer chests of drawers. Each chest has three generous drawers and
Category
Late 20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer
Pair of Kindel Bleached Wood Chests with Fluted Details
By Kindel Furniture
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of vintage chests from American luxury furniture manufacturer Kindel (Grand Rapids, MI
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Pair of English 19th Century Victorian Mahogany Bedside Chests
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a pair of Victorian mahogany bedside chests, each having five graduated drawers with
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Black Lacquer Bachelor
s Chests with Brass Hardware
By Davis Furniture
Located in Danville, CA
A beautiful pair of solid Oak Bachelor's Chests with polished brass pulls, refinished in black
Category
Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Zig-Zag Small Chests In Black Lacquer
Located in Norwalk, CT
A graphic pair of zig-zag form chests --each with 2 drawers. Newly lacqured in high gloss black.
Category
Vintage 1970s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of whitewashed natural mahogany chests retailed John Stuart
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A beautiful pair of chest retailed by John Stuart made by the Mount Airy co. We have had these
Category
Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Custom Quality Commodes or Chests Linen Wrapped
Located in Manhasset, NY
A pair of custom quality commodes, chests or nightstands each linen wrapped. The pair having oak
Category
Vintage 1960s Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Chests, USA, circa 1960s
Located in Norwalk, CT
A handsome pair of modern chests in a dark coffee brown finish with original pulls, slightly
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pair of Tommi Parzinger linen sided lacquered bachelor chests
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A nice pair of Tommi Parzinger chests with Formica tops and linen sides. The same chest was sold by
Category
Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Linen, Formica
Scandinavian Modern Pair of Chest of Drawers by Kurt Østervig, 1950s
By Kurt Østervig
Located in Stockholm, Stockholms län
A rare vintage pair of chest of drawers designed by the renowned Danish designer Kurt Østervig
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Exquisite Pair of Italian Painted Wood Two-Drawer Chests
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Italian painted wood small size two-drawer chests with lovely cartouche-like carvings and
Category
20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of 19th Century Northern European Bow Front Chests
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Northern European Mahogany chests with 4 drawers having book match veneered fronts, top
Category
Antique 19th Century European Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Exceptionally Rare Restored Pair of Modern Chests by Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning pair of modern three-drawer chests by Widdicomb, circa 1930. Stout, expertly crafted
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Pair of Jansen-Style French Chests with Chinoiserie Decorations
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Jansen-style French chests with chinoiserie decoration, the squared corners with vertical
Category
Vintage 1950s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Exquisite Pair of Brass and Bronze Chests by Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Atlanta, GA
A radiant pair of three-drawer chests by Mastercraft, circa 1975. Exceptionally crafted solid
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Pair of Mirrored 4-Drawer Bachelor Chests
Located in Astoria, NY
A vintage pair of mirrored bachelor chests with four drawers fronted with an etched diamond pattern
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass
Restored Pair of Ribbon Mahogany Chests by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning pair of four-drawer chests by John Stuart, circa 1950. Stout, expertly made mahogany
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Louis XVI Style Mahogany Commodes or Chests of Drawers
Located in Winter Park, FL
A good pair of solid mahogany chests with brass trim and pulls topped with white marble, four
Category
20th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pair of Louis XVI Style Chests of Drawers by Brunovan, Inc.
Located in Dallas, TX
a pair of Louis XVI style chests of drawers with marble tops, gilt bronze mounts and trim by
Category
Early 20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Pair Marble top Louis XV Nightstands / Chests of Drawers
Located in Pomona, CA
A pair of Louis XV style chests or night-stands with marble tops. Parquetry sides and drawer fronts
Category
Vintage 1950s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Ebony Bombe Chests Commodes Chinoiserie Louis XV Style Marble Top, a Pair
Located in Manhasset, NY
Ebony Bombe chests commodes Chinoiserie Louis XV style marble top. A pair of simply stunning
Category
Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Pair of Blue/White Hand Painted Italian Chests of Drawers / Commodes
Located in London, Park Royal
A vivid pair of Italian chests of drawers, hand painted in the traditional Florentine style
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair, 19th Century Swedish Blue Pine Chest of Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of elegant Gustavian pine chests of three drawers painted in soft shades of blue.
Canted
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of 19th Century Burr Ash Chests / Bedside Tables
Located in Richmond, Surrey
A Pair of 19th Century Burr Ash Chests / Bedside Tables with four mahogany lined drawers fitted
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ash
Art Deco Style Nancy Corzine Mirrored Commode, Nightstand or Chest, a Pair
By Nancy Corzine
Located in Plainview, NY
A stunning pair of Art Deco style Nancy Corzine Collette mirrored commodes, nightstands or chests
Category
Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Pair Of Antique Chest of Drawers, Walnut, Bedside Cabinet, Nightstand, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique chest of drawers. An English, walnut bedside cabinet or nightstand
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
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A Pair Of Chests For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of a pair of chests available for sale. Each of these unique a pair of chests was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and brass. We have 4220 antique and vintage a pair of chests in-stock, while there are 65 modern editions to choose from as well. A pair of chests have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Louis XV and Hollywood Regency a pair of chests are consistently popular styles. Baker Furniture Company, Edward Wormley and George Nelson each produced beautiful a pair of chests that are worth considering.
How Much are A Pair Of Chests?
A pair of chests can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $5,801, while the lowest priced sells for $10 and the highest can go for as much as $989,645.
Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.
Questions About A Pair Of Chests
- What is a dower chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A dower chest — also called a dowry chest or hope chest — is a Pennsylvania Dutch chest, a piece of furniture traditionally used by young women to store items in anticipation of married life. Find a collection of antique and vintage dowry chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a demilune chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A demilune chest is a type of case good furniture that features a straight back and a curved front. Most feature rows of drawers, cabinet doors or a mix of the two types of storage. Demilune comes from the French word for half moon and refers to the shape of the chests. Shop a range of demilune chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a bachelor’s chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2019
A bachelor’s chest is a low chest of drawers. Its name comes from the fact that it was originally designed to provide multipurpose storage for a single man with a small living space.
- What is a military chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A military chest is a chest of drawers made of hardwood like mahogany, teak or cedar. Also called a campaign chest, the furniture usually comes apart into smaller pieces for easy carrying. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of military chests.
- What is a sea chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sea chest, typically seen onboard ships, is a storage chest for a sailor’s personal property. The first known sea chest was used in 1613. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic sea chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is a sugar chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sugar chest is a chest, typically made of wood and featuring legs, that was designed to hold sugar in the late 1700s to early 1800s, when sugar was very valuable. Sugar chests would feature a lock to keep this sweet sign of wealth secure, and featured sections inside to separate light and dark sugars. Shop a range of antique sugar chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a Tansu chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Tansu refers to Japanese portable storage chests. When tansu became a well-known feature of life in Japan — the chests’ emergence is said to be rooted in the Genroku era of the Edo period (1688–1704) — the country’s traditionally minimalist households had little to no proper seats, tables, or other pieces of furniture. Tansu were intended to be multipurpose cabinets. These case pieces were used to store things of everyday utility, such as clothing and various personal items. Tansu are regarded as collectible furniture with a timeless appeal. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary Tansu from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a gentleman s chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A gentleman's chest is a piece of wooden storage furniture with at least one section large enough to accommodate hanging men's clothing like ties, suits and dress pants. Normally, drawers appear beside and below the hanging cabinet. Find a range of gentleman's chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a bonnet chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bonnet chest is a chest of drawers that has a space for hats. Typically, this larger drawer or area is in the center space and toward the top. Bonnet chests get their name for their function not their shape, as there is no one standard shape for a bonnet chest. Shop a collection of vintage and antique furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a bombe chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
A bombe chest is a set of drawers that bulges outward in the front and on the sides. The style, whose name comes from French word bombé, meaning “curved,” originated in 17th-century France.
- What is a door chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A door chest is a small cabinet with shelves and is used for storage. They are usually found in bedrooms and living rooms to provide a little extra storage. Shop for a range of antique and vintage door chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a campaign chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023A campaign chest is a chest of drawers that breaks down into smaller pieces for easier transport. Some people refer to this type of case furniture as a military chest. Although mobile furniture for military campaigns dates back to the Romans, the British Army in its global conquests in the 18th and 19th centuries defined the style we know as campaign furniture with sturdy and elegant pieces. Find a selection of campaign chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a mule chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A mule chest is a low chest that has a drawer or a set of drawers at its base and a hinged top. It stands on legs or brackets and it is usually wider than it is deep. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary mule chests from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a marriage chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A marriage chest is an ornate chest that is given as a gift or dowry to the bride by her parents. It was popular during the Renaissance period in Italy. It was especially used to hold a bride's dowry goods or other possessions. Find marriage chests and other vintage and antique case pieces on 1stDibs.
- What is a Bombay chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A Bombay chest is a piece of wooden furniture — a chest that bulges outward in the front and on the sides and then curves in at the base. This style of chest was popularized in 17th century French design.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Traditionally, the point of a hope chest was to help a woman prepare for married life. Women would place textiles and household items inside, so that she had a collection of belongings to take to her husband's home when she got married. Today, people still use hope chests to store blankets, pillows and other items. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage hope chests.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The origin of the mule chest is a mystery, though several theories exist. Some of the most common are that the lower drawers of the chest were where shoes, including mules might be stored. Another thought is that it was a chest that a peddler might have used to carry along goods on his mule. Shop a collection of antique mule chests on 1stDibs.
- How do you date a cedar chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024To date a cedar chest, search the piece for a manufacturer’s mark. Then, use trusted online resources to determine who the maker is based on those markings. From there, you can use photographs, serial numbers and other identifying characteristics to get a rough idea of when the maker produced it. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer evaluate your cedar chest. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of cedar chests.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell if a chest is antique, first examine its materials and details carefully. An antique chest is one produced 100 years ago or more. This generally predates the use of engineered wood, particleboard, plastics and other synthetic materials. As a result, an antique chest usually features solid wood construction.
In addition, antique chests are likely to be handmade, so you should be able to spot subtle signs that indicate this, such as tool marks and small irregularities in any carvings. If a piece looks flawless and regular, it is unlikely to be antique. Locating a maker's mark and then researching when the manufacturer was active can also help you date your chest. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to learn more about your chest.
On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique chests. - Why is it called a Bombay chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The chest of drawers with a curvy frame is called a Bombay chest due to a misunderstanding about its name. Its proper name is "bombe" which is correctly pronounced similarly to the word "bomb." However, some people say "bom-BAY." This has led to confusion over how the name of the chest is actually spelled. Find a selection of bombe chests on 1stDibs.
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