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Circa 1750s German Oxbow Shaped Walnut Commode
Located in North Miami, FL
carving, one of the most expensive types of wood, which is one of the hardest to work and carve.  
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Antique 18th Century German Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Burl

18th c. Danish Pine Arbalette Shaped Commode in Original Patina
Located in Wichita, KS
A Danish commode from the 18th c. in original natural patina. A shaped top and beautifully carved
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Antique 18th Century Danish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Vintage Commode with Hand Painted Scenes and Foliate Festooning
By Niermann Weeks
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Renaissance style hand painted two-drawer chest with a faux marble top, hand-carved in Italy for
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1990s Italian Renaissance Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Walnut Transitional Style 2-Drawer Commode from Arles
Located in Dallas, TX
More information coming soon… A beautiful French chest of drawers from Arles, the two-drawer
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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Bronze

A Tall Antique Swedish 4-Drawer Commode in Scraped Pine, Circa 1880
Located in Dallas, TX
, standing almost four feet. Hand-carved circa 1880, the original finish of the pine wood has been removed
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Brass

Vintage Don Ruseau Commode With Pull Out
By Don Ruseau
Located in Bridgeport, CT
. A serpentine apron meets at the center with a carved and fanned floral flourish. The drawers are
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20th Century French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Swedish Painted Breakfront Three-Drawer Commode with Dentil Molding, circa 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
molding, carved rosettes and tapered feet. This Swedish painted commode features a slightly raised
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Commode Louis XVI patinée
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Très belle commode Louis XVI finement sculptée de guirlandes de feuilles de vigne sur les tiroirs et de motifs décoratifs typiques à l'époque Louis XVI. La finition patinée récente o...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Danish Teak Dresser by Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard
By Gunnar Nielsen Tibergaard
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A classic example of Scandinavian design, this Mid-Century Modern teak chest of drawers features
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Teak

Art Deco Style Drawers Fleur-de-lis in White Bronze by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
interpretation of the fleur-de-lis motif intricately carved all over the drawers. With their remarkable design
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2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Louis XV Style Banded Drawer Stand
Located in Bridgeport, CT
supporting two drawers with double handles over floral petaled plaques. Raised on cabriole legs carved with
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20th Century Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

A French Empire Style Commode with Marble Top and Gilt Mounts, Circa 1900
Located in Dallas, TX
More information coming soon… Dating to circa 1900, the motifs on this marble top commode with gilt mounts are definitely in the style of Empire. French Empire-style furniture was ...
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Antique Early 1900s French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Metal

Vintage Country French Louis XIV Style Distressed Three Drawer Commode
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
beautifully aged chest of drawers features a gracefully carved front, embodying the timeless appeal of French
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Late 20th Century Unknown Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Brass

An Exceptional Late 18th C. Italian Walnut Commode w/ Unique Triangulated Shape
Located in Atlanta, GA
This uniquely designed Italian chest of drawers, from the late 18th-early 19th century, is perhaps
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Chest in walnut wood, carved with three flowers and lion s paw feet, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique walnut chest, richly carved with three flowers, diamond and lion's paw feet, original from
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Antique 18th Century Italian Benches

Materials

Walnut

Early 1800s French Directoire Commode in Bleached Walnut with Black Stone Top
Located in Dallas, TX
making this a period piece), the walnut wood has been bleached more recently, giving the three tiers of
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Antique Early 19th Century French Directoire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Stone, Metal, Bronze

Antique Serpentine 4-Drawer Walnut Veneer Commode from Southern Germany, C. 1750
Located in Dallas, TX
unique serpentine shape. Hand-carved (circa 1750) with a sinuous front, the chest of drawers has a
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Antique Mid-18th Century German Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Bronze

French 1890s Louis XVI Style Three-Drawer Commode with Rounded Fluted Side Posts
Located in Atlanta, GA
two larger ones), all fitted with linear brass hardware. Flanked with rounded side posts, the chest is
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

pair of C18th Portuguese serpentine decorated commodes
Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB
acanthus pierced carving. All raised on carved cabriole legs with ball and claw feet. H: 88 cm (34 5/8") W
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Antique 1760s Portuguese Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Giltwood, Paint

18th Century French Commode with Exquisite Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
commode. Crafted in the Louis XV style this exceptional piece boasts a beautifully figured wood veneer
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Rococo Style Marble Top Commode
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Louis XV Rococo style marble top commode, chest of drawers is a great example of quality French
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Brass

Second Empire-Style Cabinet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
by ebonized, parcel gilt pillars and features striking, relief carved, gilt wood lion's faces. The
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Vintage 1930s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Burl

18th C. Walnut Bordelaise Commode Bombé with Breccia Macchia Vecchia Marble Top
Located in Dallas, TX
Masterfully hand-carved in Bordeaux, France, during the 1700s, this walnut commode has tremendous
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Antique 18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Stone, Marble, Breccia Marble

French Louis Philippe Style 19th Century Wooden Commode with Four Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
hardware and carved feet. Elevate your living space with this exquisite French Louis Philippe style wooden
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Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Vintage Painted Palm Beach Regency Commode by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Colorfully painted commode, by John Widdicomb, having a rectangular top with marbleized finish. Its case colorfully painted in pastels and parcel gilt decoration. The four, stacked d...
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

French Provincial Cherrywood Commode with Marble Top
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XV Provincial cherrywood commode having 3 shaped front drawers supporting a slightly bowed front marble top resting on carving cabriole legs
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Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Wood

18th Century, French, Louis XV Walnut Commode
Located in Houston, TX
Period French, Louis XV three-drawer walnut commode or chest of drawers with original marble top.
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Antique 18th Century European Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Antique Painted Serpentine Commode from Southern Germany, 18th C. and Later
Located in Dallas, TX
follows the prevailing form of the chest of drawers. The sides are more linear, with deeply recessed
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Antique 18th Century German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Max Kuehne Silver Leaf Dresser on Tall Legs, with Colorful Floral Design, Signed
By Max Kuehne
Located in New York, NY
This is a chest of drawers by artist and craftsman Max Kuehne (1880–1968), who was known for his
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Silver Leaf

19th Century Painted French Louis XVI Style 2-Drawer Commode Sauteuse
Located in Dallas, TX
More information coming soon… Dating to the 1800s, this two-drawer French commode sauteuse has Louis XVI-style carvings inspired by Neoclassicism. Both of the drawers have bronze p...
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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Bronze

18th Century Italian Neoclassical Paint Decorated Commode
Located in Essex, MA
18th Century Italian Paint Decorated Commode Faux stone painted rectangular top.  Two front drawers and sides are painted and decorated with classical figures, foliate scrolls, fruit...
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Antique 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pair of Baker Furniture Three Drawer Walnut Commodes
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
sophisticated blend of form and function in this exquisite pair of chests. Each commode showcases clean
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Late 20th Century American Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Walnut

18th Century French Commode
Located in Houston, TX
The 18th century French commode is a stunning example of furniture from that era. It features three drawers, providing ample storage space for your belongings. The original hardware,...
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Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Wood, Paint

French 19th Century Ebonized Louis XVI Style Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A Louis XVI style, marble-topped commode from France (late 19th century) in bold, ebonized finish that could suit a wide range of decorating tastes today. The St. Anne marble surface...
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Brass

Louise Semainier Corner Cupboards in Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu for S Odegard
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Materials - Antique White Bronze, Metal sheet, Teak, Wood, Metal Techniques: Hand-Crafted, Hand-Carved
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2010s Indian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Sheet Metal

Mated Pair of 18th Century Veneered Commodes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An absolutely glorious pair of c. 1780, hand-carved, two-drawer, veneered and marquetry inlaid
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Antique 1780s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Walnut, Burl

Antique 5-Foot Long French Commode in Sculpted Oak, Original Marble Top, C. 1860
Located in Dallas, TX
A rather unusual French commode, given the approximate width of 60 inches, this sculpted oak chest
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Stone, Marble

18th Century Genovese Commode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unusual, hand carved, veneered, inlaid and ebonized, four drawer, serpentine front commode with
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Antique 1780s Italian Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Pearwood, Burl

Antique Satinwood Marquetry Demilune Commode
By Robert Adam
Located in Brooklyn, NY
England's Edwardian era, this highly ornate chest is fully adorned with elaborately hand-carved marquetry
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Antique Late 19th Century English Adam Style Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Satinwood

Bronze Mounted Louis XVI Style Kingwood Marquetry Decorated Commode
Located in Tarry Town, NY
This exquisite antique commode embodies the elegance of mid-19th century Italian craftsmanship, designed in the sophisticated Louis XV style. Featuring rich kingwood veneer, the piec...
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Antique 1860s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Pair of French Antique Vernis Martin Commodes by Durand
By Gervais Durand
Located in London, GB
turned wooden legs, elegantly finished with ormolu sabots. The wood is stamped ‘DURAND PARIS
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Theodore Alexander Style Walnut Two-Drawer Commode
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Germantown, MD
Theodore Alexander Style Walnut Two-Drawer Commode. Measures 34" in width x 14" in depth x 32" in height. Drawers inside are 27.5" in width x 10" in depth x 6" in height.
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Mid-20th Century American George II Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Italian 1690s Walnut and Ash Three-Drawer Commode with Inlaid Décor
Located in Atlanta, GA
walnut wood. This is beautifully contrasted by the lighter tones of the inlay that surrounds each drawer
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Antique Late 17th Century Italian Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Ash, Walnut

18th Century Swedish Rococo Commode
Located in Huntington, NY
A diminutive bow front Swedish Rococo commode. Three drawers over a carved skirt; sits atop
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Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique French Louis XVI Style Ormolu-Mounted Commode after Benneman
Located in London, GB
decorative ormolu sabots. In places, the wood is stamped with spurious ‘F. LINKE’ marks. Inspired by a
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

18th Century Swedish Rococo Commode
Located in Huntington, NY
A Swedish Rococo commode with a slide-out tray over three bow front drawers. Decoratively carved
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Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique French Burl Elmwood Consulat Style Commode, Circa 1880
Located in Dallas, TX
. Our burl elmwood commode was hand-carved in the Consulat style, circa 1880. Neoclassical motifs
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Antique Late 19th Century French Directoire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Pair of French Commodes in Louis XV style with Ormolu Mounts and Marquetry
Located in Dubai, AE
Pair of French 19th Century commodes in the Louis XV style. The curved solid wood bodies are
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

18th Century Italian Painted Bombe Commode ca. 1770
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Step into the elegance of the 18th century with this extraordinary Italian hand-painted bombe commode, a stunning example of craftsmanship and artistry from the third quarter of the ...
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Antique 1770s Italian Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Pair of Turquoise Lacquered Commodes with Natural Coquina Stone
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
bombe commodes. Each one consisting of two parts, a extraordinary carved coquina Sstone (limestone
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Late 20th Century French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Limestone, Metal

Grand Antique Louis XV Style French Commode with Bronze Mounts and Marble Top
Located in Dallas, TX
chest. At first, these chests of drawers were heavy and box-like, but during the reign of Louis XV, they
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Painted French Provincial Ivory and Green circa 1920s Secretary/ Desk
Located in Essex, MA
In an all-over ivory paint with a wonderful light green interior throughout this beautiful turn of the century, a French provincial secretary/desk came out of a New York City Park Av...
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Early 20th Century Unknown French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Paint

Veneered French Chiffonnier from Le Dauphiné, circa 1850
Located in Dallas, TX
. A perfect chest of drawers for any bedroom, boudoir, or living room.
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Antique 1850s French Napoleon III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Venetian Hand Painted and Gilt Figural Pagoda Two Drawer Commode, Circa 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
carved shell form handles, and resting on a scalloped edge floral skirt with the original cabriole legs
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Antique 1780s Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Giltwood, Paint

French Gilt Bronze Mounted Commode, 19th Century
Located in Cypress, CA
Lovely French Louis XV style gilt bronze mounted commode. Late 19th-early 20th century. Serpentine-fronted mottled marble top, above a veneered commode fitted with three long draw...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Bronze

18th Century Swedish Rococo Commode
Located in Huntington, NY
A Swedish Rococo commode with original brass pulls and keyhole covers and later locks. Later soft white paint.
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Antique Early 18th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Louis XV Style Bronze Mounted Marble Top Two Drawer Commode
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
gracefully curved lines, intricate woodwork, and ornate detailing. The chest is made from high quality wood
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20th Century Spanish Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Granite, Marble, Bronze

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Carved Wood Chest For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic carved wood chest available at 1stDibs. A carved wood chest — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a carved wood chest, we have 761 options in-stock, while there are 19 modern editions to choose from as well. There are many kinds of the carved wood chest you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. A carved wood chest made by Neoclassical designers — as well as those associated with Louis XV — is very popular. Egle Mieliauskiene, La Maison London and Henredon each produced at least one beautiful carved wood chest that is worth considering.

How Much is a Carved Wood Chest?

Prices for a carved wood chest can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $240 and can go as high as $115,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,400.

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 Carved Wood Chest
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    There are many methods and types of wood carving, including chip, relief, Scandinavian flat-plane, lovespoon, whittling and florentine. Each type uses different tools and can create decorative carvings on both display pieces and furniture. Browse a wide range of carved wood pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Japanese wood carving is an art form in which artists produce intricate figurines and other objects by cutting and shaping blocks of zelkova, camphor or paulownia wood. In Japanese, the artwork is known as inami. Find a selection of Japanese wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Chinese wood carving is a decorative object carved by hand by Chinese artisans out of local wood, such as nanmu, zitan, bomu or yinxing. This form of sculpture is sometimes called mudiao. On 1stDibs, find a range of Chinese wood carvings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Jepara wood carving is the intricate wood carving art that comes from the city of Jepara in Indonesia. Artisans typically work with teak wood to create beautiful carved detail and scenes in a piece of furniture. Shop a collection of Jepara wood carvings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A Paete wood carving is a decorative wooden object produced by artisans in Paete, Philippines. In 2005, the village was officially dubbed the Woodcarving Capital of the Philippines due to the intricate sculptures and statues produced there. Shop a variety of wood art from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify wood carvings, get a magnifying glass and inspect your items. Some artisans marked their carvings with symbols or signed them. Researching any markings found on your carving may allow you to identify the maker who produced it and potentially learn more about the piece from there. If you're unable to find a maker's mark, the best approach is likely to use the services of a certified appraiser or other knowledgeable expert. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of wood carvings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The difference between carving and sculpture is that carving is a carved object, whereas sculpture is the art of shaping figures or designs — because sculpture can involve adding material (i.e., working with plaster, creating a mold to be cast in bronze), it is considered “additive” versus the “subtractive” act of carving.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, many different types of woods are used for carving. Some examples include albesia, crocodile wood, rain tree, hibiscus, jackfruit, teak, mahogany and sandalwood. On 1stDibs, you can shop a range of Balinese wood art, furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique carved wood can be identified by how it is made. Antique carvings were done by hand, so nicks and cuts will indicate carvings completed with a plane or knife. In addition, hand-carved wood will not be uniform or have perfect symmetry. Always works with a certified appraiser to determine the exact date and value of an item. Find a variety of antique carved wood furniture and decor on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    To tell if wood is hand-carved, first look for small marks in the wood that indicate hand tools were used to cut and shape the material. Hand-carved pieces may also have small irregularities, particularly along curved areas. However, it may be very difficult to tell the difference between machine-worked and hand-carved pieces in some cases. On 1stDibs, shop a range of wood furniture and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    What carved wood art is called depends on the type of piece. Three-dimensional pieces created by hand-carving wood are whittlings, while carvings into a flat piece of wood are reliefs. Shop a collection of wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In Bali, Indonesia, Jackfruit is considered the best wood when it comes to carving. Jackfruit is a medium hardwood, resistant to termite attacks and is easy to polish. You’ll find a variety of Indonesian carvings from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    What wood is used for African wood carvings varies. Iroko, mahogany and ebony are frequently chosen materials, but artisans may choose to work with whatever wood is available in their local areas. Shop a variety of African wood art from some of the world's top galleries on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Carved African wood figurines were typically spiritual in nature and were primarily in human form. The wood figurines were carved using ebony, teak, mahogany and iron wood. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic African wood figurines from some of the world’s top sellers.

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