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French Provinical LXV Period Fruitwood 3-Drawer Small Commode, mid 18th century
Located in Atlanta, GA
housing a pull out writing surface above two small drawers over a larger drawer, the case raised on
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
French Chiffonier
Located in Austin, TX
“Chiffonier” French cabinet in the Louis XVI style. The solid hand carved cherry wood chest
Category
Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
$2,650
Suite Maggiolini Walnut Italy 1804
By Giuseppe Maggiolini
Located in Milano, IT
Pair of chest of drawers with four drawers and a bedside table with door and drawer under the top
Category
Antique Early 1800s Italian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Boxwood, Cherry, Maple, Walnut
$166,117 / set
Kindel Furniture French Regency Louis XVI Cream Lacquered Parcel Gilt Dresser
By Kindel Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style six-drawer dresser or chest of drawers
By Kindel
Category
Vintage 1960s American Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century Country French Commode
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Carved cherry French commode with raised panel sides and corners, drawers having carved cartouches
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Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Cherry
18th Century Provencal Cherrywood Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A charming 18th Century cherrywood commode.
Of wonderful colour and form.
Category
Antique 18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
18th Century New England Queen Anne Highboy
Located in Norwood, NJ
, cherry wood constructed in two parts. Bonnet top with flame-carved finials set on fluted plinths, above a
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century American Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
Architectural 19th Century Biedermeier Commode
Located in London, GB
with finely figured book matched veneers of cherry wood to the front, opening with three drawers, with
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of D...
Materials
Wood, Cherry
$13,116 Sale Price
31% Off
French 18th Century Louis XV Period Three-Drawer Bombee Shaped Commode
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional French 18th century Louis XV period cherry wood, ormolu, and Incarna Turquin marble
Category
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Louis XVI Period Marquetry Inlaid Cherrywood Commode, Late 18th Century
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
, dating from the late 18th century, circa 1780. This refined piece features two spacious drawers with
Category
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Louis Philippe Commode
Located in High Point, NC
19th century Louis Philippe commode made from cherry with a wonderfully grained gray marble top
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
19th Century South German Biedermeier Commode
Located in Berlin, DE
Cherry tree on solid conifers, partly ebonized. On short conical legs straight three-body. Black
Category
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Cherry
19th Century Half cabinet, Biedermeier, Rhineland, around 1815/20 cherrywood
Located in Münster, DE
Half cupboard
Biedermeier, Rhineland around 1815/20, cherry veneered on softwood, concealed drawer
Category
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Cherry, Fruitwood
Late 18th Century Cherrywood Commode with Brass Mounts, circa 1790
Located in Darmstadt, DE
of the Classical period. Crafted in solid cherrywood, the commode features three full-length drawers
Category
Antique Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry, Pine
Drexel "Sun Coast Collection" Six Drawer Dresser by Kipp Stewart
By Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in Toledo, OH
Kipp Stewart. Circa 1959. Cherry, sits on a base with anodized trim. Great Vintage condition, with some
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
$1,250 Sale Price
50% Off
50s-60s Chest of Drawers with Glass Shelf
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant vintage Italian-made chest of drawers with cherry veneer, glass raised top and six drawers. In good overall condition, has a small chipping on the glass as visible in photo.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Cherry
19th Century Country French Cherrywood Marble Top Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
a somewhat rustic look thanks to the natural beauty of the solid aged cherry wood, it features
Category
Antique 1880s French Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Italian Transitional Period Mahogany, Tulipwood, Cherrywood And Ormolu Commode
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
apron and drawers. Each drawer has an central oval inlay surrounding the keyhole. The central Cherrywood
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ormolu
Spectacular Restored 8 Drawer Commode by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1960
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent chest is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry, Walnut
French Louis XVI Directoire style wooden 6-drawer Chiffonier, gray lacquered
Located in Landivy, FR
molde-grey lacquered.
All drawers have dovetails mounted fronts and are made of wild cherry wood
Category
2010s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Cherry, Oak
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Cherrywood Half Cabinet / Commode
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This charming Biedermeier half cabinet is crafted from solid cherry wood and dates back to around
Category
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Cherry, Spruce
$4,593 Sale Price
20% Off
Large Mid Century Highboy Dresser Wardrobe by Renzo Rutili
By Johnson Furniture Company, Renzo Rutili
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional large highboy chest, armoire, wardrobe designed by Renzo Rutili, made by the Johnson
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Cherry
19th Century German Biedermeier Cherrywood and Ebonized Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome 19th century German Biedermeier cherrywood commode with ebonized details. This piece has a very fine finish, clean lines and high-quality construction. Superb!!
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Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Cherry
Dresser cabinet, with drop-down drawers, MAZZANTICA company 1970-1980
Located in Manzano, IT
Dresser cabinet, with drop-down drawers, MAZZANTICA company 1970-1980
DESCRIPTION cherry wood with dovetail drawers, inlaid and brass handles
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Vintage 1970s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Baroque Revival Style Commode with Inlay, ca. 1900
Located in Budapest, Budapest
Barroque style commode with drawers.
Manufactured arround 1900s at the Debreziner workshop in
Category
Antique Early 1900s Hungarian Baroque Revival Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Cherry, Sycamore, Walnut, Pine
Empire French Alpine Commode, Early 19th Century
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Columns and drawers in front and two side doors with small compartments.
Nice patina and finely
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Abstract Painted Baroque Style Commode in Black and White, Felix Bachmann, 2024
By Felix Bachmann
Located in Berlin, DE
The Abstract Painted Baroque Style Commode in Black and White by Felix Bachmann (2024) is a striking fusion of classical elegance and modern abstraction. This three-drawer commode fe...
Category
2010s German Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$3,132 Sale Price
20% Off
Early 19th Century Biedermeier Cherrywood Half Cabinet / Commode
Located in Darmstadt, DE
with a shelf. Distinctive architectural columns made of solid cherry flank both sides, lending the
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Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Spruce, Cherry
$4,686 Sale Price
33% Off
Louis XIV Cherrywood Commode from France, Early 18th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
The straight grain and rich color of the cherry tree made it a desirable wood for constructing
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Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Louis XVI Period Cherrywood Commode with Verde Antico Marble Top
Located in Montreal, QC
Louis XVI period cherrywood commode with Verde Antico marble top and decorated with brass handles and diamond-shaped locks.
Category
Antique 1780s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
French Faux Bamboo Secretaire à Abattant, or Drop Front Desk
Located in Winter Park, FL
veneer over solid oak and the faux bamboo details made of turned cherry wood. Four dovetailed drawers
Category
Mid-20th Century French Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Stunning toilette writing commode vanity mirror, late Biedermeier, 1850, Austria
Located in Wien, AT
, a late piece made around 1850, in Austria.
The structure of the chest of drawers consists of a
Category
Antique 1850s Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
6-drawer French Chiffonier in solid oak, charming white-cream finish
Located in Landivy, FR
soft and charming lacquers.
Semainier is the French word for "weekl-er". The six drawers are for each
Category
2010s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century Tennessee American Classical Jackson Press
Located in Forney, TX
, including as a chest of drawers commode or dresser, sideboard server buffet, credenza, oversized hall
Category
Antique 19th Century American American Classical Commodes and Chests of ...
Materials
Cherry, Poplar, Pine
18th Century French Louis XVI Marquetry Commode
Located in Winter Park, FL
A fine 18th century French Louis XVI marquetry commode, or chest of drawers, with bookmatched and
Category
Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
18th Century Halfcabinet/ Trumeau Commode, Cherrywood, Austria circa 1780
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Remarkable late 18th Century halfcabinet or so-called "Trumeau" commode from the "Josephinism" period in Austria. (called after Joseph II, holy Roman emperor in which he was the sole...
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Austrian Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry, Fruitwood, Nutwood, Spruce
Smith
Wesson Double Drawer Bedside, Office Storage, Commode
By Rached Sultan
Located in beirut, LB
. It is offered in custom dimensions and number of drawers.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Lebanese Minimalist Commodes and Chests of...
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
18th Century Queen Anne Highboy with Engraved Brasses
Located in Milford, NH
graduated drawers over an associated lower case with three fitted drawers, all with early engraved batwing
Category
Antique Mid-17th Century American Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Vintage Louis XV/XVI Transitional Style Inlaid Commode with Brass Fittings
Located in Morristown, NJ
20th c., Louis XV/XVI transitional style inlaid commode with loose shaped rouge marble top, inlaid flower basket design to both drawer fronts on slender cabriole legs with scrolled c...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Empire Dresser Chest of Drawers Solid Cherry
Located in Cookeville, TN
Beautifully crafted Empire style solid cherry wood chest of drawers. Dovetail joints, turned legs
Category
Early 20th Century American Empire Dressers
Materials
Wood
$1,108 Sale Price
44% Off
Antique German Biedermeier Cherry Dresser Chest of Drawers Console 46"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique German Biedermeier dresser / chest of drawers / console. Made of cherry featuring
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century German Biedermeier Dressers
Materials
Cherry
$2,100 Sale Price
30% Off
LATE 18th CENTURY TUSCAN NEOCLASSICAL CHEST OF DRAWERS IN CHERRY
Located in Firenze, FI
Beautiful chest of drawers of small dimensions, made of solid cherry wood, hand-carved and veneered
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Dressers
Materials
Bronze
Henkel Harris Georgian Cherry Wood Dresser or Chest of Drawers, Circa 1960s
By Henkel Harris
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Georgian or Chippendale style five-drawer dresser or chest of drawers
By Henkel
Category
Vintage 1960s American Georgian Dressers
Materials
Brass
Henkel Harris Georgian Solid Cherry Wood Five-Drawer Dresser or Chest of Drawers
By Henkel Harris
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Georgian or Chippendale style five-drawer dresser or chest of drawers
By Henkel
Category
Vintage 1980s American Georgian Dressers
Materials
Brass
19th Century Sheraton Tiger Maple + Cherry Highboy Chest of Drawers
Located in Hyattsville, MD
surface looks refinished. Drawers do not run very smooth, and they drop when pulled out, they are not on
Category
Antique 19th Century American Sheraton Dressers
Materials
Maple
Chest of Drawers Biedermeier from 1810
Located in Kraków, Małopolska
Unique chest of drawers Biedermeier from 1810.
Chest of drawers was produced at the turn of the
Category
Antique 1810s Austrian Biedermeier Dressers
Materials
Cherry
Antique American New England Cottage Chest of Drawers Dresser
Located in Southampton, NJ
Late 19th c. custom antique cottage New England chest of five drawers with marvelous hand carvings
Category
Antique Late 19th Century American American Classical Dressers
Materials
Cherry, Pine
1980s Kindel Furniture Georgian Hand-Painted Block Front Chest of Drawers
By Kindel Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
An outstanding Georgian or Chippendale style four-drawer dresser, chest of drawers, or commode
By
Category
Vintage 1980s American Georgian Dressers
Materials
Brass
Mid 20th C. Permacraft Sanford Furniture Five-Drawer Bachelor Chest of Drawers
By Permacraft
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid 20th C. Sanford Furniture Permacraft Five-Drawer Bachelor Chest of Drawers. Features two top
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Cherry, Plywood
19th Century Federal Chest
Located in Acton, MA
Circa 1830 cherry wood chest of drawers with. four beaded drawers. The top drawer being oversized
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Antique 1830s American Federal Dressers
Materials
Cherry
19th Century Biedermeier Cherrywood Chest of Drawer
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This exquisite Biedermeier chest of drawers is a fine example of early 19th-century Austrian
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of D...
Materials
Brass
19th Century Biedermeier Solid Cherrywood Chest Of Drawer
Located in Darmstadt, DE
This beautifully proportioned Biedermeier chest of drawers was crafted in Austria around 1825 and
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of D...
Materials
Brass
$5,339 Sale Price
35% Off
Cherry Chest of Drawers
Located in Morristown, NJ
Cherry chest of drawers with cabriole leg
Category
20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
$4,300
Biedermeier Cherry Chest of Drawers, circa 1810
Located in St. Louis, MO
Biedermeier cherry chest of drawers, the top with book matched veneers and a black ink band, the
Category
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Cherry
Wild Cherry Chest of Drawers, France, Mayenne, Late 18th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Wonderful patina.
Three waving drawers.
Original iron handles and keys holes.
Legs redone as
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
18th Century French Louis XV Bombe Cherry Chest of Drawers, circa 1780
Located in Dallington, East Sussex
elegant chest of drawers was made in France by a skilled cabinet maker in circa 1780.
This will light
Category
Antique 1780s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
Connecticut Chippendale Cherry Chest of Drawers
Located in Woodbury, CT
columns centering on four graduated long drawers above a scalloped apron raised on molded base supported
Category
Antique 1770s American Chippendale Dressers
Materials
Cherry
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Cherry Chest Of Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of cherry chest of drawers for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique cherry chest of drawers was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, hardwood and cherry. There are 1295 antique and vintage cherry chest of drawers for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 23 modern editions to choose from as well. Cherry chest of drawers have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Cherry chest of drawers bearing Louis XVI or mid-century modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Large cherry chest of drawers can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller cherry chest of drawers available at 1stDibs — each spanning 14.5 inches in width — may make for a better choice. Cherry chest of drawers have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Baker Furniture Company, John Widdicomb and Henkel Harris are consistently popular.
How Much are Cherry Chest Of Drawers?
Cherry chest of drawers can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $4,502, while the lowest priced sells for $200 and the highest can go for as much as $418,810.
Finding the Right Commodes And 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.
Questions About Cherry Chest Of Drawers
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bachelor’s chest of drawers is a relatively short and shallow chest, usually with three or four drawers. The name refers to their historical use as multi-purpose, space-saving fixtures that are perfect for a bachelor sharing a friend’s flat. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern bachelor’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A chest of drawers is also sometimes known as a dresser or a bureau. It is a cabinet with several parallel horizontal drawers stacked on top of one another. A chest of drawers is frequently used to store clothing and a variety of personal items. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify an antique chest of drawers, look inside and beneath drawers and on the back and bottom for any type of maker's marking. Researching these marks using trusted online resources may allow you to determine who produced your chest and roughly date your piece. If your chest is at least 100 years old, it is an antique. Should you be unable to locate the maker's marks, look at the hardware. Rose head nails, one-piece cast brass pommels on the drawer handles and circular rather than hexagonal bolts may all indicate that a piece is an antique. Keep in mind that hardware may have been replaced at some point and that there are many reproductions of antique furnishings. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer complete the identification process if you're unable to identify your chest via the maker's markings. Find a range of antique chests of drawers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A man’s chest of drawers is also known as a gentleman’s chest. It is characterized by its tall cabinet section that hangs clothes like suits and pants, and also features a column of drawers. Shop a collection of gentleman’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The first chest of drawers was invented by Chinese physician Hua Tuo during the 3rd century. In the west, chests of drawers began to appear during the 17th century and rose in popularity from there. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique chests of drawers from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A low chest of drawers is called a lowboy. A lowboy sits at waist height and was a prominent piece of bedroom furniture in the 18th century. These low chests of drawers were a clothing storage solution before tallboys and highboys came into fashion. On 1stDibs, there is a variety of antique and vintage low chests of drawers available for sale.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A tall chest of drawers is known as a standard chest of drawers and also as a vertical chest. These are tall and narrow storage pieces. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage tall chests of drawers.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What a large chest of drawers is called depends on its proportions. In the United States, a wide piece about waist-high is usually called a dresser. A tall, thin chest of drawers is typically referred to as a highboy. On 1stDibs, you can find a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary chests of drawers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A chest of drawers with a mirror attached is called a bureau. This type of case piece is usually waist-high with a mirror that rests on the top of the structure. They are mainly used in bedrooms. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Dressers are designed to offer a place for you to dress, with the top functioning as a table on which to place your clothing. It will offer space for a mirror, whereas chests of drawers are typically exactly that — they provide ample storage while taking up little floor space. A dresser is usually wide and short, while a chest of drawers is narrow and tall. Both types of furniture are commonly used to store clothing and other items in drawers. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dressers and chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 1, 2024Yes, there is a difference between a dresser and a chest of drawers. 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.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This type of case piece was originally 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.
Find antique and vintage dressers for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between a bureau, a chest of drawers and a dresser comes down to shape and function. Dressers and chests of drawers are both types of bedroom furniture that feature storage drawers. However, bureaus tend to be wider and shorter, while chests of drawers are narrower and taller. Often used for storage outside of bedrooms, bureaus are usually about the same height as dressers but are shorter than chests of drawers. Find a wide range of casegoods on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Yes, a chest of drawers can be used as a bedside table, provided that you have enough space beside your bed to accommodate it. If you want to be able to easily reach items on the top of the chest, choose a piece that is about 2 to 4 inches taller than your mattress. Shop a variety of bedroom furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between a dresser, a bureau and a chest of drawers is where you place these furnishings and their overall shapes and designs. Usually positioned in a bedroom, a dresser is a wide, low casegood consisting of two or more columns of drawers. When this type of furniture is placed in a living room, office, library or other space beyond the bedroom, people normally refer to it as a bureau. Another type of bedroom furnishing is a chest of drawers, which is a tall vertical column of drawers stacked one above the other. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dressers, bureaus and chests of drawers.
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