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19th Century French Provincial Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden chest of drawers made in 19th century, France. Scrupulously carved scroll details notched
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Provincial Oak Chest of Drawers
19th Century French Provincial Oak Chest of Drawers

19th Century French Provincial Oak Chest of Drawers

$4,995
19th Century French Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
This 19th century oak chest made in France features three spacious drawers decorated with ornate
Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Oak Chest of Drawers
19th Century French Oak Chest of Drawers

19th Century French Oak Chest of Drawers

$4,995
18th Century French Louis XV-Louis XVI Transition Period Bleached Oak Commode
Located in Birmingham, AL
on short fluted toupie feet. The beautiful bleached finish not only showcases the exquisite oak wood
Category

Antique 1770s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

18th Century French Louis XV-Louis XVI Transition Period Bleached Oak Commode
18th Century French Louis XV-Louis XVI Transition Period Bleached Oak Commode

18th Century French Louis XV-Louis XVI Transition Period Bleached Oak Commode

$5,750
1880s French Neoclassical Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
An oak chest of drawers from 1880s France with a Neoclassical silhouette. A cabinet housing a pair
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of D...

Materials

Oak

1880s French Neoclassical Oak Chest of Drawers
1880s French Neoclassical Oak Chest of Drawers

1880s French Neoclassical Oak Chest of Drawers

$3,995
1920s French Oak Decorative Carved Drawer Chest
Located in High Point, NC
This four-drawer oak chest was made in France, circa 1920. Decorative drawer pulls and locks
Category

Vintage 1920s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

1920s French Oak Decorative Carved Drawer Chest
1920s French Oak Decorative Carved Drawer Chest

1920s French Oak Decorative Carved Drawer Chest

$4,595
English Georgian Style Carved and Bleached Oak Lowboy
Located in Bradenton, FL
bleached oak finish.
Category

Antique 19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

English Georgian Style Carved and Bleached Oak Lowboy
English Georgian Style Carved and Bleached Oak Lowboy

English Georgian Style Carved and Bleached Oak Lowboy

$2,400
French 1870s Napoleon III Bleached Oak Four-Drawer Commode with Side Columns
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Napoleon III period bleached oak commode from the late 19th century, with side columns and
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Oak

French 1870s Napoleon III Bleached Oak Four-Drawer Commode with Side Columns
French 1870s Napoleon III Bleached Oak Four-Drawer Commode with Side Columns

French 1870s Napoleon III Bleached Oak Four-Drawer Commode with Side Columns

$5,400
French 1790s Period Louis XVI Bleached Oak Three-Drawer Commode with Rinceaux
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French 18th century Louis XVI three-drawer bleached oak commode with rinceaux motifs. This French
Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

French 1790s Period Louis XVI Bleached Oak Three-Drawer Commode with Rinceaux
French 1790s Period Louis XVI Bleached Oak Three-Drawer Commode with Rinceaux

French 1790s Period Louis XVI Bleached Oak Three-Drawer Commode with Rinceaux

$5,950
18th Century Louis XV Transitional Bleached Oak Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
hand carved oak with bleached finish with brass fittings.
Category

Antique 18th Century Belgian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

18th Century Louis XV Transitional Bleached Oak Commode
18th Century Louis XV Transitional Bleached Oak Commode

18th Century Louis XV Transitional Bleached Oak Commode

$4,700
1900s French Oak and Marble Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
chest. The oak construction has been delicately treated with a bleaching process, which has added new
Category

Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

1900s French Oak and Marble Chest of Drawers
1900s French Oak and Marble Chest of Drawers

1900s French Oak and Marble Chest of Drawers

$4,995
French Bleached and Carved Oak Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
French bleached and carved oak commode c.1830
Category

Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

French Bleached and Carved Oak Commode
French Bleached and Carved Oak Commode

French Bleached and Carved Oak Commode

$6,988
1860s French Antique Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
This antique wooden chest of drawers was crafted in France, circa 1860. The front case houses three
Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Brass

1860s French Antique Oak Chest of Drawers
1860s French Antique Oak Chest of Drawers

1860s French Antique Oak Chest of Drawers

$4,995
20th Century Belgian Oak Two-Drawer Chest
Located in High Point, NC
curved cabriole legs with coquettish twirly feet. A pale tone of the restored oak accentuates the
Category

Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

20th Century Belgian Oak Two-Drawer Chest
20th Century Belgian Oak Two-Drawer Chest

20th Century Belgian Oak Two-Drawer Chest

$1,995
18th Century Louis XVI Bleached Wood Marble Top Chest
Located in Wichita, KS
. Bleached finish. The chest sits tapered fluted legs with fine detailing.
Category

Antique 18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass

18th Century Louis XVI Bleached Wood Marble Top Chest
18th Century Louis XVI Bleached Wood Marble Top Chest

18th Century Louis XVI Bleached Wood Marble Top Chest

$5,278
20th Century Belgian Oak Chest with Cabriole Legs
Located in High Point, NC
the purity of the bleached oak finish.
Category

Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

20th Century Belgian Oak Chest with Cabriole Legs
20th Century Belgian Oak Chest with Cabriole Legs

20th Century Belgian Oak Chest with Cabriole Legs

$1,595
18th Century French Bleached Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century French carved and bleached oak commode. Circa 1780. Adds warmth and charm to any room!
Category

Antique 1780s Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

18th Century French Bleached Commode
18th Century French Bleached Commode

18th Century French Bleached Commode

$6,400
18th Century European Oak Chest
Located in High Point, NC
An antique chest in bleached oak with metal hardware from Europe circa 1750. Crackling with matured
Category

Antique 18th Century European Rustic Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

18th Century European Oak Chest
18th Century European Oak Chest

18th Century European Oak Chest

$2,595
19th Century French Oak Drawer Chest with Marble Top
Located in High Point, NC
with the rustic, natural patterns of the bleached oak, accentuating the elegance of this chest.
Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Marble

19th Century French Oak Drawer Chest with Marble Top
19th Century French Oak Drawer Chest with Marble Top

19th Century French Oak Drawer Chest with Marble Top

$4,995
Turn of the Century French Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden chest of drawers made in early 20th century France. The elegantly shaped, cast metal
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Turn of the Century French Oak Chest of Drawers
Turn of the Century French Oak Chest of Drawers

Turn of the Century French Oak Chest of Drawers

$4,995
18th Century Louis XVI Bleached Oak Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Solid bleached oak Louis XVI period commode. With beautiful hand carved details and original brass
Category

Antique 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

18th Century Louis XVI Bleached Oak Commode
18th Century Louis XVI Bleached Oak Commode

18th Century Louis XVI Bleached Oak Commode

$5,434
Turn of the Century French Provincial Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
An oak chest of drawers from turn of the century France with a delicate rococo influence. The
Category

Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Turn of the Century French Provincial Oak Chest of Drawers
Turn of the Century French Provincial Oak Chest of Drawers

Turn of the Century French Provincial Oak Chest of Drawers

$4,595
Late 17th Century Catalan Primitive Commode in Bleached Oak
Located in Round Top, TX
A very handsome and very stout 17th century primitive commode or work table from the Catalan region of Spain. Beautifully constructed with primitive joinery techniques, this work ab...
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Late 17th Century Catalan Primitive Commode in Bleached Oak
Late 17th Century Catalan Primitive Commode in Bleached Oak

Late 17th Century Catalan Primitive Commode in Bleached Oak

$8,125
Chic Cerused Oak Chest of Drawers by Karpen of California
By Karpen of California
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Elegant chest featuring four large and deep drawers by Karpen. Bleached and cerused oak with inset
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Leather, Oak

Chic Cerused Oak Chest of Drawers by Karpen of California
Chic Cerused Oak Chest of Drawers by Karpen of California

Chic Cerused Oak Chest of Drawers by Karpen of California

$5,500
An 18th Century Dutch Commode In Bleached Oak
Located in Kent, Dover
A Dutch serpentine fronted three drawer commode in solid bleached oak. With bronze lozenge shaped
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Commodes and Chests of Drawers

An 18th Century Dutch Commode In Bleached Oak
An 18th Century Dutch Commode In Bleached Oak

An 18th Century Dutch Commode In Bleached Oak

$6,600
Antique Bleached Oak Secretary Drawer Chest
Located in High Point, NC
fitted with a folding writing desk. Bleached oak finish gives this cabinet a bright and contemporary
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Secretaires

Materials

Oak

Antique Bleached Oak Secretary Drawer Chest
Antique Bleached Oak Secretary Drawer Chest

Antique Bleached Oak Secretary Drawer Chest

$3,995
Late 18th Century Flemish Commode In Bleached Oak
Located in Round Top, TX
Late 18th century three drawer commode in washed oak from Belgium. This beautiful chest of drawers
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Belgian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of...

Late 18th Century Flemish Commode In Bleached Oak
Late 18th Century Flemish Commode In Bleached Oak

Late 18th Century Flemish Commode In Bleached Oak

$5,625
18th Century Belgian Louis XVI Period Arbalette Shaped Bleached Oak Commode
Located in Wichita, KS
A richly carved Louis XVI period bleached oak commode with an Arbalette shaped front and paw feet
Category

Antique 18th Century Belgian Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

18th Century Belgian Louis XVI Period Arbalette Shaped Bleached Oak Commode
18th Century Belgian Louis XVI Period Arbalette Shaped Bleached Oak Commode

18th Century Belgian Louis XVI Period Arbalette Shaped Bleached Oak Commode

$7,800
Large 18th Century Flemish Serpentine Bleached Oak Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Large early 18th Century Régence period Flemish four drawer commode. With beautiful hand carved detail to the serpentine front with original brass fittings. Circa 1715.
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Antique 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Large 18th Century Flemish Serpentine Bleached Oak Commode
Large 18th Century Flemish Serpentine Bleached Oak Commode

Large 18th Century Flemish Serpentine Bleached Oak Commode

$5,763
French Louis XIV Bleached Oak Commode with Bronze Sea Horse Pulls
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant French chest of drawers was created during the late Louis XIV or early Regence period
Category

Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

French Louis XIV Bleached Oak Commode with Bronze Sea Horse Pulls
French Louis XIV Bleached Oak Commode with Bronze Sea Horse Pulls

French Louis XIV Bleached Oak Commode with Bronze Sea Horse Pulls

$5,800
Lg Bleached Cerused Oak Cabinet Dresser W Nickel Hardware -Henredon 2- Available
By Henredon
Located in Hudson, NY
Stunning and solid bleached and cerused oak large cabinet with drawers, Consists of three charming
Category

Mid-20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Nickel

Lg Bleached Cerused Oak Cabinet Dresser W Nickel Hardware -Henredon 2- Available
Lg Bleached Cerused Oak Cabinet Dresser W Nickel Hardware -Henredon 2- Available

Lg Bleached Cerused Oak Cabinet Dresser W Nickel Hardware -Henredon 2- Available

$4,800 / item
Late 18th Century Commode In Bleached Oak From Liege, Belgium
Located in Round Top, TX
Late 18th century commode in washed oak from Liege, Belgium. This is the perfect chest of drawers
Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier Belgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Late 18th Century Commode In Bleached Oak From Liege, Belgium
Late 18th Century Commode In Bleached Oak From Liege, Belgium

Late 18th Century Commode In Bleached Oak From Liege, Belgium

$5,625
English Carved Oak Coffer
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Late 17th century English carved bleached oak coffer. 1690 Dimensions 47 inches (119 cms) wide
Category

Antique 17th Century English George III Blanket Chests

Materials

Oak

English Carved Oak Coffer
English Carved Oak Coffer

English Carved Oak Coffer

$1,587
English Carved Oak Coffer
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Late 17th century English carved bleached oak coffer, 1690 Dimensions 48.5 inches (123 cms
Category

Antique 17th Century English George III Blanket Chests

Materials

Oak

English Carved Oak Coffer
English Carved Oak Coffer

English Carved Oak Coffer

$1,511
Early 18th Century French Louis XVI Bleached Commode Circa 1800
Located in Atlanta, GA
crafted piece that exemplifies the elegance and restraint of the Louis XVI style. Made from bleached oak
Category

Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Early 18th Century French Louis XVI Bleached Commode Circa 1800
Early 18th Century French Louis XVI Bleached Commode Circa 1800

Early 18th Century French Louis XVI Bleached Commode Circa 1800

$5,950
French Oak Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th century French bleached oak serpentine commode, 1790. Dimensions: 53.5 inches (136 cms
Category

Antique 18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

French Oak Commode
French Oak Commode

French Oak Commode

$4,397
Danish Oak Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good 19th century Danish bleached oak commode. 1820 Dimensions 50.5 inches (128 cms) wide
Category

Antique 19th Century Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Danish Oak Commode
Danish Oak Commode

Danish Oak Commode

$3,367
French Oak Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Wonderful 18th century French bleached oak commode, 1780. Dimensions: 47 inches (119 cms) wide
Category

Antique 18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

French Oak Commode
French Oak Commode

French Oak Commode

$4,810
French Oak Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th century French bleached and carved oak commode, 1820 Dimensions 49.5 inches (126 cms
Category

Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

French Oak Commode
French Oak Commode

French Oak Commode

$4,054
French Oak Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th century French bleached oak 3-drawer commode, 1820. Dimensions: 47 inches (119 cms
Category

Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

French Oak Commode
French Oak Commode

French Oak Commode

$4,116
18th Century French Oak Trunk
Located in High Point, NC
Fantastic carvings give this antique oak trunk an irresistible appeal. Built in France circa 1789
Category

Antique 18th Century French Rococo Blanket Chests

Materials

Oak

18th Century French Oak Trunk
18th Century French Oak Trunk

18th Century French Oak Trunk

$4,595
19th Century French Oak Trunk
Located in High Point, NC
Ornate carving gives this antique oak trunk an enchanting Neo-Renaissance aesthetic. Made in France
Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Blanket Chests

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Oak Trunk
19th Century French Oak Trunk

19th Century French Oak Trunk

$2,395
19th Century German Oak Trunk
Located in High Point, NC
Ample and solid, this unique trunk was built out of oak in Germany circa 1800. The facade boasts
Category

Antique 19th Century German Gothic Revival Blanket Chests

Materials

Oak

19th Century German Oak Trunk
19th Century German Oak Trunk

19th Century German Oak Trunk

$4,995
19th Century Danish Chest of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
19th century chest of drawers in richly carved bleached oak with curvaceous serpentine drawer
Category

Antique 19th Century Danish Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

19th Century Danish Chest of Drawers
19th Century Danish Chest of Drawers

19th Century Danish Chest of Drawers

$6,200
Antique Dutch Wooden Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
craftsmanship within this unique chest. The natural oak wood grain has been retouched with a delicate bleaching
Category

Antique Early 1900s Dutch Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Antique Dutch Wooden Chest of Drawers
Antique Dutch Wooden Chest of Drawers

Antique Dutch Wooden Chest of Drawers

$6,595
18th Century German Oak Trunk
Located in High Point, NC
Made to safeguard your precious treasures, this impressive wooden chest made in Germany circa 1780
Category

Antique Late 18th Century German Rustic Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

18th Century German Oak Trunk
18th Century German Oak Trunk

18th Century German Oak Trunk

$4,995
French Oak Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th century French bleached oak three drawer commode, 1820. Dimensions 48 inches (122
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French George IV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

French Oak Commode
French Oak Commode

French Oak Commode

$3,779
French Bow Front Oak Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th century French bow-front bleached oak commode, 1810. Dimensions: 45.5 inches (116
Category

Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

French Bow Front Oak Commode
French Bow Front Oak Commode

French Bow Front Oak Commode

$4,116
19th Century French Wooden Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden chest of drawers made in 19th century France. The surface of this oak chest of drawers has
Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Wooden Chest of Drawers
19th Century French Wooden Chest of Drawers

19th Century French Wooden Chest of Drawers

$4,995
20th Century French Wooden Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
chest of drawers is a shining example of traditional French craftsmanship. A delicate bleaching process
Category

20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

20th Century French Wooden Chest of Drawers
20th Century French Wooden Chest of Drawers

20th Century French Wooden Chest of Drawers

$1,595
19th Century French Wooden Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
delightful accents, this rustic and elegant chest of drawers exudes classical charm. Patterned notches that
Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Wooden Chest of Drawers
19th Century French Wooden Chest of Drawers

19th Century French Wooden Chest of Drawers

$4,995
1900s French Wooden Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden chest of drawers made in 1900s France. This handsome and astute dresser greets one with a
Category

Antique Early 1900s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

1900s French Wooden Chest of Drawers
1900s French Wooden Chest of Drawers

1900s French Wooden Chest of Drawers

$4,995
18th Century Danish Chest of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
18th century chest of drawers in richly carved bleached oak with curvaceous serpentine drawer
Category

Antique 18th Century Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

18th Century Danish Chest of Drawers
18th Century Danish Chest of Drawers

18th Century Danish Chest of Drawers

$6,600
19th Century Danish Chest of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
19th century chest of drawers in richly carved bleached oak with curvaceous serpentine drawer
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

19th Century Danish Chest of Drawers
19th Century Danish Chest of Drawers

19th Century Danish Chest of Drawers

$5,900
Early 19th Century Dutch Wooden Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden chest of drawers created in early 19th century Netherlands. Boisterous, full of dazzling
Category

Antique 19th Century Dutch Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Early 19th Century Dutch Wooden Chest of Drawers
Early 19th Century Dutch Wooden Chest of Drawers

Early 19th Century Dutch Wooden Chest of Drawers

$6,995
19th Century French Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
bleached oak finish is achieved through the application of natural nourishing oils. This transparent finish
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of...

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Chest of Drawers
19th Century French Chest of Drawers

19th Century French Chest of Drawers

$4,595
19th Century French Wooden Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
eye-pleasing detail. A delicate bleaching process has been applied to the surface of the oak, both
Category

Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Wooden Chest of Drawers
19th Century French Wooden Chest of Drawers

19th Century French Wooden Chest of Drawers

$4,995
Wonderful 18th Century French Oak Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Wonderful 18th century French bleached and carved oak commode, 1780 Dimensions 50.5 inches
Category

Antique 18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Wonderful 18th Century French Oak Commode
Wonderful 18th Century French Oak Commode

Wonderful 18th Century French Oak Commode

$5,153
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Bleached Oak Chest For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal bleached oak chest for your home. A bleached oak chest — often made from wood, oak and metal — can elevate any home. There are many kinds of the bleached oak chest you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. A bleached oak chest is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Louis XVI, Georgian and Louis XV styles are sought with frequency. Jay Spectre, Henredon and Karpen of California each produced at least one beautiful bleached oak chest that is worth considering.

How Much is a Bleached Oak Chest?

Prices for a bleached oak chest can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $1,062 and can go as high as $23,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,595.

Finding the Right Commodes-chests-of-drawers for You

Shopping for a commode or a chest of drawers?

Commode is the French term for a low chest of drawers, but it is also sometimes used to denote any case piece with a particularly intricate design. The commode dates to circa 1700 France, where it was used as an alternative to a taller cabinet piece so as to not obscure paneled, mirrored or tapestried walls. Coffers, or chests, which were large wooden boxes with hinged lids and sometimes stood on ball feet, preceded chests of drawers, a fashionable cabinet furnishing that garnered acclaim for its obvious storage potential and versatility. The term commode was also used to refer to a piece of bedroom furniture — a washstand or nightstand that contained a chamber pot. 

As time passed, French and British furniture makers led the way in the production of chests of drawers, and features like the integration of bronze and ornamental pulls became commonplace. Antique French commodes in the Louis XV style were sometimes crafted in mahogany or walnut, while an Italian marble top added a sophisticated decorative flourish. This specific type of case piece grew in popularity in the years that followed.

So, what makes a chest of drawers different from a common dresser? 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. Tallboys and highboys are variations of the dresser form. Some chests of drawers have one column of four to six long drawers or three long drawers in their bottom section that are topped by a cluster of small side-by-side drawers on the top. To further complicate things, we sometimes refer to particularly short chests of drawers as nightstands. 

Even though chests of drawers are commonly thought of as bedroom furniture to store clothing, these are adaptable pieces. A chest of drawers can house important documents — think of your walnut Art Deco commode as an upgrade to your filing cabinet. Nestle your chest near your home’s front door to store coats and other outerwear, while the top can be a place to drop your handbag. Add some flair to your kitchen, where this lovable case piece can hold pots, pans and even cookbooks.

When shopping for the right chest of drawers for your home, there are a few key things to consider: What will you be storing in it? How big a chest will you need?

Speaking of size, don’t dream too big. If your space is on the smaller side, a more streamlined vintage mid-century modern chest of drawers, perhaps one designed by Paul McCobb or T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, may best suit your needs.

At 1stDibs, we make it easy to add style and storage to your home. Browse our collection of antique and vintage commodes and chests of drawers today.

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