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A pair of small Napoleon III kingwood display cabinets on stands
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A pair of small Napoleon III kingwood display cabinets on stands, each of rectangular form with a
Category
Antique 1870s Napoleon III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Kingwood
Mel Smilow, Chests of Drawers, Walnut, USA, 1950s
By Mel Smilow, Smilow-Thielle
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of walnut chests of drawers designed by Mel Smilow and produced by Smilow-Thielle, USA
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
$11,900 / set
Pair of French Vernis Martin Style Hand-Painted Commodes, Signed A. Mancini
By Antonio Mancini
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of French Vernis Martin style painted commodes, each having marble tops over single doors
Category
Early 20th Century American Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ormolu, Bronze
$5,625 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Country Workshop, Chests of Drawers, Maple, Brass, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of maple and brass chests of drawers produced by Country Workshop, Newark, New Jersey, USA
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
A fine pair of walnut 19th century Louis Philippe marble top commodes
Located in Dallas, TX
A very fine pair of French Louis Philippe walnut marble top commodes. Very fine figured walnut
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of ...
Materials
Carrara Marble
Raymond Loewy for Mengel Cerused Mid-Century Modern Chests, Pair
By Mengel Furniture Co.
Located in Kennesaw, GA
! This is a pair of bachelor’s chest designed by Raymond Loewy for Mengel Furniture. They have a clean
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
American Designer, Chests of Drawers, Bamboo, Rattan, USA, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of bamboo and rattan chests of drawers or nightstands designed and produced in the US, c
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Patinated Commode À Portes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated Commode à Portes. Each chest is
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Vintage Distressed White Lacquer Apothecary Chests – Near Pair with Nine Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A near pair of vintage Chinese apothecary chests, these pieces share the same nine-drawer design
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
A fine pair of late 18th century Marquetry demilune cabinets with marble tops
Located in Dallas, TX
A very fine pair of French Louis XVI mahogany and marquetry inlayed demilune side cabinets with
Category
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
American Designer, Chests of Drawers, Wood, Brass, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and wood chests of drawers designed and produced in the US, c. 1940s.
Dimensions
Category
Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
A Pair of French Chinoiserie Lacquered
Gilt Marble Top 2-Drawer Commodes
By Maison Jansen
Located in New York, NY
A Fine and Rare Pair of French Chinoiserie Lacquered & Gilt Marble Top 2-Drawer Commodes
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Hickory Manufacturing, Chests of Drawers, Hickory, Brass, USA, 1980s
By Hickory Manufacturing Company
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and hickory chests of drawers produced by Hickory Manufacturing, USA, 1980s.
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
A nice pair of late 19th c French nightstand commodes with gilt bronze mounts
Located in Dallas, TX
A nice pair of French 19th century Louis XVI mahogany and inlayed nightstand commodes . Gilt bronze
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Pair Hollywood Regency Campaign Chests, Nightstands or Commodes in White
Brass
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A stunning matching pair of campaign chests from the early 1970's. These would also make great
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Four-Drawer Commodes, a Pair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Stylish pair of midcentury dressers. Sturdy construction consisting of finished walnut. Sleek round
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
$3,000 / set
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Chests of Drawers, Walnut, USA, 1950s
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of walnut chests of drawers designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and produced by Widdicomb
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Breathtaking Restored Art Deco Chest by Widdicomb, circa 1950- Pair Available
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. There are a pair of these
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
A pair of Italian 18th century Louis XVI period Walnut and Ormolu commodes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome and wonderfully designed pair of Italian 18th century Louis XVI period Walnut and Ormolu
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ormolu
Vintage Regency Gilt Tipped Commodes - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your space with this stunning pair of vintage Regency gilt-tipped commodes, exuding
Category
Late 20th Century American Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
$4,750 / set
A Pair of Danish Empire Style Mahogany 3-Drawer Marble Topped Bow-Front
Located in San Francisco, CA
A handsome pair of Danish empire style mahogany 3-drawer marble-topped bow-front chests with brass
Category
Antique 19th Century Danish Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Murano Glass
Brass Side Cabinets, a Pair
Located in Dallas, TX
Fabulous pair of Murano glass and brass side cabinets in a pale green. Nice brass details and a
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$13,750 / set
French Pair Wooden Side Chests w/Marble Tops
Brass Accents, Mid 20th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French pair of painted wood side chests, with marble tops and brass accents, from the mid 20th
Category
Mid-20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
A pair of French 19th c mahogany and gilt bronze mounted commodes by F. Linke
By François Linke
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine and rare pair of late 19th century French mahogany and gilt bronze mounted mounted by F
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Pierre Gautier Delahaye "Weekend" Chest
By Pierre Gautier-Delaye
Located in New York, NY
A pair of pine chests from the “weekend” series with three drawers and one door, slats construction
Category
Mid-20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
$20,000 / set
Italian Pair Vintage Cassetteire w/a Neoclassical Inspired Urn Motif Painted
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian pair of Neoclassical inspired, hand-painted console chests, with faux-marble tops. This
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Niels Clausen Pair of 1960 Rosewood Nightstands
By Niels Clausen
Located in London, England
Niels Clausen - Pair of Wide Nightstands, c1960s
A stunning pair of wide Rosewood bedside chests
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Scandinavian Mod Rosewood Cabinets Rud Thygesen
Johnny Sorensen for HG a Pair
By Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen, Hansen
Guldborg Møbler
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome Mid Century Scandinavian Modern pair of cabinets by Rud Thygesen
Johnny Sorensen for
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Small Georgian Mahogany Chest With Slide
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
antique pair of chests of drawers, or two similar for either side of a bed, or anywhere else in a room for
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
English Mahogany Brass Pull Hardware Bachelor
s Chests
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Introducing a classic pair of English Mahogany Bachelor's Chests featuring traditional design
Category
Antique 19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
A Fine Pair French 19th-20th Century Louis XV Style Marquetry
Ormolu Commodes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine matched pair of French 19th-20th century Louis XV style gilt bronze-mounted (Ormolu
Category
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
George Zee Asian American Rosewood Chippendale Side Tables, circa 1960s, a Pair
By George Zee and Co, George Zee
Located in Germantown, MD
condition with very few signs of previous use. Heavy Chinese Chippendale Brass handles. The pair comes with
Category
Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Chinese Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Brass
Magnificent Pair of Modern Commodes by John Stuart, circa 1940
By John Stuart
Located in Atlanta, GA
This majestic pair of commodes have undergone a meticulous complete restoration. The chests may be
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
A Near A Pair Of 19th Century Campaign Or Marine Chests
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Charming pair of small 19th-century naval campaignchests.
These beautiful little chests are ideal
Category
Antique 19th Century British Campaign Blanket Chests
Materials
Wood
Pair of Italian Commodes w/Hand-Painted Faux-Marble Tops
Scraped Finish
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian pair of wooden chest of three drawers with faux-marble tops. These vintage chests from
Category
20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Exquisite Restored Landstrom Eight-Drawer Chest with Greek Key Handles
By Landstrom Furniture
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Hardware with beautiful patina. There are a pair of these chests available. The price listed is for one (1
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Copper
Gorgeous Restored Three-Drawer Chest by Widdicomb in Cream Lacquer
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. There is a pair of these
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Antique 20th Century Chests
Located in Peabody, MA
A pair of chests in elm wood with hand wrought brass hardware. These were imported to the United
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Furniture
Materials
Elm
$3,895 / set
Gustavian Style 19th Century Painted Swedish Chests with Carved Greek Key Frieze
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Swedish Gustavian style chests from the 19th century with antique off white / cream
Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
French Louis XVI Style Painted Chests / Commodes / Tables Att. To Julia Gray
By Julia Gray
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of French Louis XVI style chests or side tables attributed to Julia Gray. They are
Category
Late 20th Century American Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Italian Pair 19th C. Bow-Front Night Stands w/Decorative Veneers
Inlay Banding
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian pair of wooden side chests with veneers and decorative inlay banding, from the 19th
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Gorgeous Mahogany Cane Commode by John Hutton for Donghia - Pair Available
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Retains the maker mark; DONGHIA is burned into the case bottom. There are a pair of these rare chests
Category
1990s American Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
Magnificent Rare Modern Commode by John Stuart, circa 1940 - Pair Available
By John Stuart
Located in Atlanta, GA
, tall chest and vanity or desk. Retains the maker mark. There are a pair of these examples available
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Sublime Streamline Moderne Commode by Gilbert Rohde, circa 1930- Pair Available
By Cavalier, Gilbert Rohde
Located in Atlanta, GA
. There are a pair of these chests available. Exceptionally crafted solid mahogany case construction with
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Elegant Caramel Cane and Brass Commode by Tommi Parzinger- Pair Available
By Tommi Parzinger, Willow and Reed
Located in Atlanta, GA
Maker mark. There are a pair of these chests available. The price listed is for one (1) chest.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Sophisticated Art Deco Style Cane Commode by Bielecky Brothers- Pair Available
By Bielecky Brothers
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent chest is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing
Category
1990s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Sublime Black Lacquer Wicker Commode by John Hutton for Donghia- Pair Available
By John Hutton, Donghia
Located in Atlanta, GA
narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. There are a pair of these
Category
1990s Unknown Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rattan, Mahogany
Beautiful Oak, Rattan and Cane Commode by McGuire, circa 1970- Pair Available
By McGuire
Located in Atlanta, GA
. All rawhide and cane accents are intact and complete. There are a pair of these chests available. The
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Louis XV Style, French Commode, Kingwood Inlay, Bronze, France, 19th C.
Located in Manhasset, NY
compatible pair of chests.
Kingwood Inlay, Bronze, Marble; France, 19th C.
Height: 37.5 inches, Width
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Magnificent Rare Restored Modern Commode by John Stuart, circa 1940
By John Stuart
Located in Atlanta, GA
this rare series: a pair of nightstands, tall chest and vanity or desk. Retains the maker mark. There
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Spectacular Restored 8 Drawer Commode by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1960
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
and sheen. Retains the Maker mark. There are a match pair of these chests available. The price listed
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry, Walnut
Magnificent Restored Cerused Oak Commode by Lorin Jackson for Grosfeld House
By Lorin Jackson, Grosfeld House
Located in Atlanta, GA
oak leaf and Acorn hardware mark the drawers. Heavy and beautifully made. There are a match pair of
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Collection of 22 18th-20th Century Pieces of Antique Furniture Hardware
Located in Casteren, NL
keyhole covers, seven slide latches and a pair of chest handles.
All items were handmade by a blacksmith
Category
Antique 18th Century German Architectural Elements
Materials
Wrought Iron
$1,532 Sale Price / set
20% Off
A Pair of Bedside Chests
Located in Huntington, NY
A Pair of Bedside Chests In a lightly Cerused
Light oak finish. With Graduated sized drawers
And
Category
1990s Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
$6,240 Sale Price / set
20% Off
A Pair of Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
Of strong proportions, with bow fronts and two short and three graduating drawers, with beautifully turned pilaster ends, and sparse, graphically designed ebony inlay, with brass han...
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Dressers
Materials
Brass
$25,396 / set
Boho Chic Wicker Chests of Drawers - A Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate interiors with Boho Chic Wicker Chests—a luxe pair featuring honey‑tone wicker, streamlined
Category
Early 2000s Philippine Dressers
Materials
Wicker
$1,388 / set
Ralph Lauren Brook Street Chest of Drawers Sideboard Alligator Leather
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
along with a pair of Chests of drawers
Condition wise we have deep cleaned, hand condition waxed and
Category
20th Century American American Classical Sideboards
Materials
Leather
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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 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.
- 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 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 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023Historically, camphor chests came from China. Before being used to transport porcelain, tea, textiles and other items to Europe, the chests served as storage furniture in Chinese homes. On 1stDibs, find a variety of camphor chests.
- What are Bombay chests used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bombay chests are also called bombe chests and are a chest of drawers that feature a distinctive curved or bowed shape. The term bombe is French for a curved piece of furniture, meaning bomb-shaped. This shape of chest originated in the early 1700s in an attempt to soften the lines of furniture and create a more comfortable and casual look. Shop a collection of Bombay chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A vargueno chest may also be referred to as a bargueño chest, which is a cabinet that has both Spanish and Oriental influences and is designed to be portable. Two chests, one on the bottom and one of the top, come together to provide a work surface and drawers for supply storage. Shop a collection of chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a tansu chest used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A tansu chest is a Japanese cabinet designed for easy transportation and can store a variety of items, including clothes and personal items. Tansu chests often feature multiple compartments to keep items organized. Shop a selection of authentic tansu chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a chest dresser called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024What a chest dresser is called varies. Some people refer to this type of storage furniture as a bureau or chest of drawers. It's also correct to simply call one a dresser or a chest. Shop a large selection of dressers from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
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