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Antique Pair of Swedish Late Gustavian Period Painted Chests, 19th Century
Located in Wichita, KS
A beautiful neoclasical pair of Swedish painted chests from the late Gustavian period. Each chest
Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Swedish Painted Chests with Fluted Drawers and Brass Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
A distinctive pair of Swedish chests of drawers, likely crafted in the early 20th century
Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Pair, White Painted Gustavian Chest of Drawers, Sweden, circa 1860-70
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of decorative Gustavian pine chest of drawers painted in shades of white, fitting their
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine, Paint
Pair, Gustavian White Painted Chest of Drawers, Sweden circa 1840-80
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of decorative Gustavian pine chest of drawers painted in shades of white, fitting their
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair, Black Painted Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden circa 1860-90
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of Gustavian pine chest of drawers with canted fluted side posts with upper carved diamond
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair, Blue Painted Gustavian Chest of Drawers, Sweden circa 1860-80
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of elegant Gustavian pine chest of drawers painted in light shades of blue, fitting their
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine, Paint
Pair, Painted Decorative Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden circa 1840-60
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of elegant Gustavian pine chests of three drawers painted in soft seafoam green and blue
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair, Gray Painted Gustavian Chest of Drawers, Sweden circa 1840-60
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of decorative Gustavian pine chest of drawers painted in mottled shades of gray and plum
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine, Paint
Pair, Green Painted Gustavian Chest of Drawers, Sweden circa 1860-80
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of elegant Gustavian pine chests of three drawers painted in soft shades of green.
Canted
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine, Paint
1960s Pair of Vintage Mahogany Chests by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in London, GB
A magnificent pair of vintage mahogany chests, these were made in the USA by Dunbar furniture, they
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair, Gustavian White Painted Chest of Drawers, Sweden circa 1860-80
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of decorative Gustavian pine chest of drawers painted in shades of antique white with Greek
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Custom Made Bedroom Chests by Mario Genovese, circa 1960s
By Mario Genovese
Located in Peabody, MA
A pair of custom made bedroom chests by Mario Genovese (1929-2019), circa 1960s. The Genovese name
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Acrylic
Handsome Restored Pair of Vintage Henredon Campaign Chests in Espresso Lacquer
By Henredon
Located in Atlanta, GA
narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready.
A beautiful pair of
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
1960s Pair of Vintage Mahogany Chests by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley, Dunbar Furniture
Located in London, GB
A magnificent pair of vintage mahogany chests, these were made in the USA by Dunbar furniture, they
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair, 19th Century Gustavian Blue Painted Chest of Drawers or Nightstands
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of decorative Gustavian style chest of drawers painted in shades of blue, fitting their
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair, 19th Century White Painted Gustavian Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of Gustavian pine chest of drawers painted in shades of white, fitting their Swedish origin
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Pair of Italian Burr Walnut Commodini Bedside Chests 18th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning pair of Antique Lombardy-Venetian burr walnut and ormolu mounted bedside chests
Category
Antique 1780s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ormolu
A Pair Of Leather Mosaic Covered Bombe Dressers
Located in NYC, NY
A unique pair of bombe chest of drawers covered by an artistic patchwork of leather, many in snake
Category
Late 20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather, Wood
Pair of Swedish Mid-20th Century Vintage Chest of Drawers in Soft White Color
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Swedish three-drawer chests. This pair of vintage Swedish painted wood chests from the
Category
20th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Pair of Swedish Painted Chest of Drawers with Light Grey and Neutral Taupe Tones
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of vintage Swedish three-drawer chests. This pair of Swedish painted wood chests from the
Category
20th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Pair of Chests of Drawers Art Deco Style Burr Elm Veneers English, circa 1970
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
A pair of Art Deco style chests of drawers with burr elm veneers surrounding entire chests
Category
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of English Early 20th Century Bow Front Mahogany Regency Style Chest of Dra
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A fantastic pair of Regency style chests of drawers, made in England towards the beginning of the
Category
20th Century English Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Blue Painted Chest of Three Drawers With Griffins, Sweden circa 1840-60
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of elegant Gustavian pine chests of three drawers painted in soft blue and contrasting black
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Modern Simple Three Drawer Two-Tone Bachelor
s Chests or Nightstands
By Dunbar Furniture, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of wonderful three-drawer two-tone bachelor's chests / nightstands. These chests have been
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Abalone
Swedish Late Gustavian Pair of Antique Chests with Marbleized Tops, 19th Century
Located in Wichita, KS
A rare neoclassical pair of Swedish chests from the late Gustavian period with hand-painted
Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Vintage Three-Drawer Raised Chests, American with Rococo Style Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of American vintage three-drawer chests. This pair of painted wood chests features a smaller
Category
Mid-20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of Swedish Neoclassical Style 19th Century Chests with Greek Key Friezes
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Swedish neoclassical style painted chests from the 19th century, with Greek Key friezes
Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of Swedish Gustavian Style 1880s Painted and Carved Three-Drawer Chests
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Swedish Gustavian style painted chests from the late 19th century, with dentil molding
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of 19th Century Swedish Painted Wood Breakfront Chests with Three Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Swedish painted wood breakfront chests from the 19th century, with three drawers and
Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
A Pair of Finely Inlaid Spanish Rosewood Commodes
Located in Greenwich, CT
A Pair of intricately inlaid rosewood commodes, each with a serpentine white marble top above a
Category
Antique 19th Century Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Pewter
Pair of Swedish Gustavian Painted Chests with Dentil Molding and Marbleized Tops
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Swedish Gustavian painted wood chests from the early 19th century, with marbleized tops
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of Swedish Neoclassical Style 19th Century Chests with Painted Greek Keys
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Swedish Neoclassical style chests from the 19th century with marbleized tops, painted
Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Italian Pair of Smaller-Sized Carved Wood Side Chests from 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Italian side chests from the 19th century. This pair of antique side chests from Italy
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
A Pair of 19th Century Painted Italian Commodes
Located in London, GB
Italy, circa 1890
A pair of late nineteenth century poplar commodes decorated with geometric
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Poplar
$18,436 / set
Pair of Danish Rosewood Chests by Henning Jorgensen for Fredericia, Ca. 1960s
By Henning Jørgensen
Located in Peabody, MA
A pair of Danish rosewood chests by Henning Jorgensen for Fredericia, ca. 1960s.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Very Chic Pair of James Mont Style Ebonized Low Chests by Henredon
By James Mont, Henredon
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A pair of black three-drawer chests by Henredon, 1960s. The ebonized finish over solid wood with
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
19th Century, a Pair of Gustavian Pedestal Cabinets
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An unusual pair of Swedish side cabinets made of grey painted pinewood with one door and keys
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Pair of French Style Inspired Carved-Wood Side Chests from Reclaimed Wood
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French design inspired carved-wood side chests, made of reclaimed wood. This pair of
Category
20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of Dressers With A Big Black Frame
Located in Roma, Lazio
Strange pair of dresser with big black frame, sides with fillets
Also the leg formed by five bands
Category
Early 20th Century Austrian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pair of Neoclassical-Style Two-Drawer Raised Chests, Bleached w/Champagne Trim
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage pair of nicely inspired French neoclassical style raised chests, American made by
Category
20th Century American Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair, Gustavian Gray Painted Small Chest of Drawers, Sweden circa 1860-1880
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of decorative Gustavian pine chest of drawers painted in shades of gray, fitting their
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine, Paint
Pair, Small White Painted Gustavian Chest of Drawers, Sweden circa 1840-60
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of small Gustavian pine chest of drawers painted in shades of white, fitting their Swedish
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine, Paint
1970s French Style Italian Burlwood And Brass Commodes / Chest Of Drawers - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of Italian burlwood serpentine chests with French styling. They have paper lined
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Louis XIV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair, Black Painted Gustavian Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden circa 1840-60
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of Gustavian pine chest of drawers with fluted side posts and upper dentil molding, all
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Russian Neoclassical Style Chests or Commodes with Step Up Tops
Located in Manhasset, NY
A palatial pair of Russian neoclassical style chests or commodes with step up tops. This
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
1950s Vintage Pair of Side Chests by John
Sylvia Reid for Stag
By John
Sylvia Reid
Located in London, GB
A very stylish pair of vintage side chests of drawers in oak, these were designed by John & Sylvia
Category
Vintage 1950s English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Pair, Blue Gustavian Chest of Three Drawers Nightstands, Sweden circa 1840-60
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of decorative Gustavian pine chest of three drawers with Greek key motif carved in upper top
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair, Green Painted Gustavian Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden circa 1860-80
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of decorative pine Gustavian chest of three drawers with traditional dentil molding; upper
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine, Paint
Pair, Blue Painted Gustavian Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden circa 1860-80
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of decorative Gustavian style pine chest of drawers painted in shades of blue, fitting their
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century Pair, Black Gustavian Chests of Three Drawers with Greek Key
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of elegant Gustavian pine chest of drawers with decorative painted lions under top central
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Danish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid-20th C. Painted Wood Bombé Style Chest of Drawers w/Scalloped Skirts
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of American vintage painted wood chest of drawers. This pair of American chests from the mid
Category
Mid-20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
A Pair of Marble Top Black Laquered Commodes
Located in Toronto, ON
These sophisticated ebonized night tables are accented with
gilt details and bronze hardware. A rose marble top
over two drawers standing on graceful cabriole legs.
gilt details and bronze hardware. A rose marble top
over two drawers standing on graceful cabriole legs.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
A Pair of Italian Neoclassical Marquetry
Walnut Commodini
Located in Sheffield, MA
The rectangular top with an inlaid marquetry design over a frieze drawer, over two larger drawers, all over tapering legs. The case is highly decorated with marquetry and inlaid wor...
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
19th Century Italian Pair of Antique Arte Povera Pine Chests, Tuscan Nightstands
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A black-white, antique pair of Italian chests, commodes in the Arte Povera technique, made of hand
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
White Inlay Moorish Moroccan Nightstands a Pair
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Fabulous Middle Eastern Syrian style Moroccan nightstands.
Pair of handcrafted contemporary Moorish
Category
Late 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Bone, Shell, Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl
$15,000 / set
Pair French Nightstands Louis XVI Bedside Chests
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a pair of French bedside chests in the Louis XVI manner
Hand crafted from kingwood
Category
Vintage 1930s Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Kingwood
Vintage Pair of Flame Mahogany Bedside Chests Cabinets with Slides 20th C
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful pair of flame mahogany chests with slides in elegant Georgian style dating from
Category
Vintage 1980s Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
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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 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 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- What is a waterfall cedar chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The term Waterfall Cedar Chest refers to a specific shape of cedar chest where the lid extends down the side a bit as though it’s flowing off the top. It’s not like modern waterfall countertops where the top extends to the floor, instead it reaches a few inches down from the top. Shop a collection of cedar chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 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. - 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.
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