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Pair French Bombe Commodes Napoleon II Chest Drawers
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a gorgeous pair of French Napoleon II Revival commodes
Of bombe form, these really
Category
Vintage 1980s Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Antique French Empire Style Marquetry Inlay Chest Commode
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique French Empire Style Marquetry Inlay Commode Chest of Drawers
Gorgeous French Empire style
Category
Antique 19th Century French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
19th Century Venetian Rococo Style Bombe Chest Commode
Located in Chicago, IL
This 19th Century Venetian Rococo Style Bombe Chest Commode is richly hand-painted with bouquets of
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Gesso, Wood, Paint
1830s French Empire Walnut Chest with Four Drawers and Gilded Edges, Commode
Located in Miami, FL
1830s French Empire walnut chest with four drawers and gilded edges
Beautiful wooden root.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
$2,320 Sale Price
20% Off
H 30.12 in W 37.41 in D 19.1 in
French Bombe Commode Walnut Chest Drawers Louis XVII
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Louis XVII Style Walnut and Rosewood Commode.
This Commode is of a Bombe Form.
Featuring 2 Drawers
Category
Vintage 1980s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Blue French Commode Chest of Drawers, circa 1715
Located in Madison, MS
This is an incredible blue painted French commode. The year it was painted is unknown, but seems to
Category
Antique Early 18th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests ...
Materials
Wood, Paint
Period Regency Chest Drawers D Front Commode Mahogany
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Large Regency ''d'' front chest of drawers
This quality chest of drawers is raised upon turned feet
Category
Vintage 1980s Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Art Deco Walnut and Goat Skin Italian Commode and Chests of Drawers, 1930
Located in Roma, Lazio
Sinuous shapes for this fine piece of furniture, all refinement and style, this chest of drawers
Category
Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$4,751
H 37.8 in W 47.25 in D 18.51 in
20th C. Italian Parquetry and Marquetry Petite Bombay Chest Commode Side Table
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid 20th Century Italian Parquetry and Marquetry 2- drawer Petite Bombay chest Commode / side
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Kingwood, Mahogany, Olive, Satinwood
$2,150
H 29 in W 21.5 in D 13.5 in
Baker Furniture Dutch Oak Bombe Chest or Commode
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Dutch or French Provincial Louis XV style bombay chest, commode, or dresser
By Baker
Category
Vintage 1960s American Dutch Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
1940s English Chippendale Mahogany Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
English Chippendale Mahogany Commode Chest of Drawers. Features 4 large drawers functioning to
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Early 20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Paolo Buffa Chest of Drawers/Commode circa 1940
By Paolo Buffa
Located in New York, NY
A fine and elegant chest of drawers or commode by Paolo Buffa, circa 1940. The handsome mahogany
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Vintage 1940s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Elegant Chartreuse Bombay Style Commode/ Chest of Drawers
By Grange
Located in North Miami, FL
Whimsical Bombay style 4 drawer chest commode in an amazing chartreuse lacquer. Ample storage and
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$5,400 Sale Price
25% Off
H 33 in W 58.5 in D 17.5 in
19th Century Dutch Mahogany Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
A 19th century Dutch mahogany chest of drawers. The bombe shaped commode chest has a shaped top
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Antique 19th Century Dutch Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Louis Revival Marquetry Commode Chest 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning Louis revival marble topped 'bombe' marquetry commode, dating from the last
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Vintage 1980s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Milo Baughman American Mid-Century Rosewood and Brass Commode / Chest of Drawers
By Milo Baughman
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century 3-drawer commode / chest of drawers finished in rosewood veneer and a brass
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
$7,600
H 28.5 in W 36 in D 18 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Small Commode Chest of Drawers Nightstand
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Hand painted, in a wonderful Scandinavian neutral green color, Gustavian style chest of drawers or
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Early 2000s European Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Vintage Louis Revival Marquetry Commode Chest 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning Louis revival marble topped 'bombe' marquetry commode, dating from the last
Category
1990s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Baker Furniture French Provincial Oak and Burl Wood Commodes or Bedside Chests
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style commodes, nightstands, or chests of drawers
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$4,500 / set
H 25 in W 32.25 in D 16.5 in
19th Century Dutch Bleached Oak Commode / Chest of Drawers
Located in Carmine, TX
Chest of drawers hand-crafted in the Netherlands in the early 1800s using oak. The small commode
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Antique Early 19th Century Dutch Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
20th Century Etched Giltwood Florentine 2 Drawers Chest Commode And Brass Pulls
Located in Miami, FL
This most elegant and charming Italian 20th century Florentine giltwood chest of drawers, commode
Category
20th Century Italian Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Giltwood
$1,800
H 30.38 in W 30.75 in D 15.25 in
Antique Venetian Style Italian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Venetian Style Italian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode
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Vintage 1910s Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Antique Louis XVI French Marble Top Commode Chest
Located in North York, ON
Antique Louis XVI French Marble Top Commode Chest. Late 19th Century, France, Louis XVI Style
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Antique 1890s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Metal, Brass
Early American Style Cherry Commode Bedside Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
An Early American Style Cherry Three-Drawer Commode Bedside Chest of Drawers. Dovetail joints
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Late 20th Century Canadian American Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
Antique Italian Walnut, Brass and Marble Top Chest of Drawers Commode Credenza
By Gio Ponti, Paolo Buffa, Vittorio Dassi, Guglielmo Ulrich, Ico
Luisa Parisi
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian chest of drawers, with 3 greatly carved drawers hidden behind the two doors
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
$2,850 Sale Price
20% Off
H 38.98 in W 46.86 in D 21.26 in
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Fine Hammered Antique Bronze
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
experience the finish first hand.
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Fine Hammered Antique
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2010s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
$16,114 / item
H 30 in W 78 in D 21 in
Louise Semainier Commodes and chests of drawers in Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
sample set of 12 finishes so that they can experience the finish first hand.
Louise Semainier Commodes
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2010s Indian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
$14,571 / item
H 66 in W 16 in D 24 in
Louise Semainier Commodes and chests of drawers in Mid. Hammered White Bronze
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
sample set of 12 finishes so that they can experience the finish first hand.
Louise Semainier Commodes
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2010s Indian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
$14,571 / item
H 66 in W 16 in D 24 in
Louise Semainier Commodes and chests of drawers in Fine Hammered White Bronze
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
sample set of 12 finishes so that they can experience the finish first hand.
Louise Semainier Commodes
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2010s Indian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
$14,571 / item
H 66 in W 16 in D 24 in
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Fine Hammered White Bronze
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
experience the finish first hand.
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Fine Hammered White
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2010s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
$16,114 / item
H 30 in W 78 in D 21 in
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Mid. Hammered White Bronze
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
experience the finish first hand.
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Mid. Hammered White
Category
2010s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
$16,114 / item
H 30 in W 78 in D 21 in
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
experience the finish first hand.
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Mid. Hammered Antique
Category
2010s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
$16,114 / item
H 30 in W 78 in D 21 in
Dassi Midcentury Walnut and Glass Top Italian Commode Chests of Drawers, 1950
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Roma, Lazio
Very very special for its design of this Vittorio e Plinio Dassi's chest of drawers, from the
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Walnut
$5,939
H 29.14 in W 74.02 in D 19.69 in
Louise Semainier Commodes and chests of drawer in Fine Hammered Antique Bronze
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
sample set of 12 finishes so that they can experience the finish first hand.
Louise Semainier Commodes
Category
2010s Indian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
$14,571 / item
H 66 in W 16 in D 24 in
18th Century French Walnut Chest of Drawers Commode
Located in Burton, TX
Found in the South of France, this exceptional 18th century French Commode was handcrafted and
Category
Antique 18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Antique Country French Painted Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Painted Commode ~ Chest of Drawers features subtle styling and a beautiful
Category
Early 20th Century French Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century Swedish Painted Commode, Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century Swedish painted commode ~ chest of drawers is a timeless example of the craftsmanship
Category
Antique 1820s Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century French Louis XV Style Commode or Chest
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century French Louis XV Style Commode or Chest.
This stunning French Louis XV style ebonized
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Louis XVI Style Commode, After The Model By Joseph and Guillaume Benneman
By Benneman and Stockel
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Louis XVI Style Gilt-Bronze Mounted Mahogany Commode, After The Model By Joseph Stöckel and
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
$88,444
H 38.59 in W 70.87 in D 29.93 in
Vintage Italian Olive Wood Bombe Commode or Chest
Located in Rochester, NY
Vintage Italian two drawer bombe olive wood parquetry commode. Mid-20th century. Great color
Category
Mid-20th Century European Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Olive
Antique French Transitional Banded Chest Of Drawers Commode
Located in Forney, TX
A fine French antique, circa 1900, Transitional Louis XV - XVI style marble-top chest of drawers
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Stylish Woven Bamboo Rattan Chest of Drawers Commode
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Stylish medium sized vintage chest of drawers made of bamboo and lacquered woven rattan having 3
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
French Louis XV Style Hand Painted Faux Marble Chest Chinoiserie Chest Commode
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a French style Louis XV style chest with hand painted chinoiserie and faux marble top. I
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut, Paint
$2,636 Sale Price
20% Off
H 34 in W 66 in D 21 in
Tall narrow chest of drawers / semainier / French commode
Located in Budleigh Salterton, GB
Good example of a 19th century mahogany semainier , French tall narrow chest of drawers , a drawer
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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
$2,122 Sale Price
20% Off
H 58 in W 31 in D 17 in
1970s French Louis XV Style Painted And Gilded Chests / Commodes By Dixon
By Dixon
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of French Louis XV style painted commodes by Dixon out of Florida. They are ivory
Category
Late 20th Century American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$2,396 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 29.5 in W 37.75 in D 22 in
Hollywood Regency Style Off-White Commode, Nightstand or Chest
Located in Plainview, NY
An opulent Hollywood regency style commode, chest or nightstand. This exceptional chest depicts and
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Swedish Gustavian Style Pink Painted Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Wonderful hand painted textured Gustavian style chest of drawers. This commode has been constructed
Category
Early 2000s European Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Marble Top Commode Bombe Chest With Marquetry Inlay
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant vintage French Louis XV–style commode featuring a serpentine bombe form, intricate
Category
Early 20th Century Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Louis XVI Original Painted Commode - Chest of Drawers
Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire
A striking Louis XVI period original painted commode, dating from the mid 18th century. Displaying
Category
Antique 18th Century European Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Antique English Painted Chest of Drawers or Commode
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Standout antique English chest hand crafted in pine with four drawers and turned feet, painted and
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine, Paint
Antique 18th C French Country Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique 18th C French Country Commode Chest of Drawers
Category
Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Fruitwood
Antique Dutch Baroque Commode Chest of Three Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
This striking baroque chest of drawers with brass key escutcheons is from Holland. The remarkable
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Antique Early 19th Century Dutch Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
1950s Hand Painted French Bombe Chest or Commode
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a lovely 1950s hand painted French bombe chest. It has a nice, large scale and is in very
Category
Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
British Scrubbed Pine Chest of Drawers Dresser or Commode
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Lovely simple and primitive scrubbed pine chest of drawers, displaying an arrangement of four
Category
Early 20th Century English Primitive Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Theodore Alexander English Style Demilune Commode Chest of Drawers
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Theodore Alexander English Style Commode or Chest of Drawers—a luxurious blend of classic design, superior
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Directoire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th-C. Hand Painted Venetian Bombe Chest or Commode.
Located in Kennesaw, GA
Love original paint! This is a turn-of-the-century hand painted Venetian bombe chest or commode
Category
Antique Early 1900s Italian Rococo Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
$2,500 Sale Price
20% Off
H 29.5 in W 23.5 in D 13 in
18th C Style Alfonso Marina Chest of Drawers Commode
By Alfonso Marina
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
18th C Style Alfonso Marina Chest of Drawers Commode
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1990s Mexican Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
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Chest And Commode For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal chest and commode for your home. A chest and commode — often made from wood, metal and walnut — can elevate any home. Find 29103 options for an antique or vintage chest and commode now, or shop our selection of 716 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer chest and commode, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A chest and commode made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Louis XVI — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one chest and commode that is appealing in its simplicity, but Baker Furniture Company, Paul McCobb and George Nelson produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Chest And Commode?
Prices for a chest and commode start at $10 and top out at $989,645 with the average selling for $4,500.
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.
Questions About Chest And Commode
- What is a commode?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 10, 2024Commode 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. The term was also used to refer to a piece of bedroom furniture — a washstand or nightstand that contained a chamber pot.
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.
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.
Find antique and vintage commodes on 1stDibs. - What is a bombe commode?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A bombe commode is a type of two- or three-drawer chest once used to hold personal items like clothing, documents and jewelry. Its name comes from the French word "bombe" and references the curvy shape of both the chest's body and legs. You'll find a variety of bombe commodes on 1stDibs.
- What is a mule chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A mule chest is a low chest that has a drawer or a set of drawers at its base and a hinged top. It stands on legs or brackets and it is usually wider than it is deep. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary mule chests from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a marriage chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A marriage chest is an ornate chest that is given as a gift or dowry to the bride by her parents. It was popular during the Renaissance period in Italy. It was especially used to hold a bride's dowry goods or other possessions. Find marriage chests and other vintage and antique case pieces on 1stDibs.
- What is a Bombay chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A Bombay chest is a piece of wooden furniture — a chest that bulges outward in the front and on the sides and then curves in at the base. This style of chest was popularized in 17th century French design.
- What is a campaign chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023A campaign chest is a chest of drawers that breaks down into smaller pieces for easier transport. Some people refer to this type of case furniture as a military chest. Although mobile furniture for military campaigns dates back to the Romans, the British Army in its global conquests in the 18th and 19th centuries defined the style we know as campaign furniture with sturdy and elegant pieces. Find a selection of campaign chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a door chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A door chest is a small cabinet with shelves and is used for storage. They are usually found in bedrooms and living rooms to provide a little extra storage. Shop for a range of antique and vintage door chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a dower chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A dower chest — also called a dowry chest or hope chest — is a Pennsylvania Dutch chest, a piece of furniture traditionally used by young women to store items in anticipation of married life. Find a collection of antique and vintage dowry chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a demilune chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A demilune chest is a type of case good furniture that features a straight back and a curved front. Most feature rows of drawers, cabinet doors or a mix of the two types of storage. Demilune comes from the French word for half moon and refers to the shape of the chests. Shop a range of demilune chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a bonnet chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bonnet chest is a chest of drawers that has a space for hats. Typically, this larger drawer or area is in the center space and toward the top. Bonnet chests get their name for their function not their shape, as there is no one standard shape for a bonnet chest. Shop a collection of vintage and antique furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a bombe chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
A bombe chest is a set of drawers that bulges outward in the front and on the sides. The style, whose name comes from French word bombé, meaning “curved,” originated in 17th-century France.
- What is a bachelor’s chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2019
A bachelor’s chest is a low chest of drawers. Its name comes from the fact that it was originally designed to provide multipurpose storage for a single man with a small living space.
- What is a military chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A military chest is a chest of drawers made of hardwood like mahogany, teak or cedar. Also called a campaign chest, the furniture usually comes apart into smaller pieces for easy carrying. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of military chests.
- What is a sea chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sea chest, typically seen onboard ships, is a storage chest for a sailor’s personal property. The first known sea chest was used in 1613. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic sea chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is a sugar chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sugar chest is a chest, typically made of wood and featuring legs, that was designed to hold sugar in the late 1700s to early 1800s, when sugar was very valuable. Sugar chests would feature a lock to keep this sweet sign of wealth secure, and featured sections inside to separate light and dark sugars. Shop a range of antique sugar chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a Tansu chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Tansu refers to Japanese portable storage chests. When tansu became a well-known feature of life in Japan — the chests’ emergence is said to be rooted in the Genroku era of the Edo period (1688–1704) — the country’s traditionally minimalist households had little to no proper seats, tables, or other pieces of furniture. Tansu were intended to be multipurpose cabinets. These case pieces were used to store things of everyday utility, such as clothing and various personal items. Tansu are regarded as collectible furniture with a timeless appeal. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary Tansu from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a gentleman s chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A gentleman's chest is a piece of wooden storage furniture with at least one section large enough to accommodate hanging men's clothing like ties, suits and dress pants. Normally, drawers appear beside and below the hanging cabinet. Find a range of gentleman's chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a 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.
- 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 an Indian dowry chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Crafted out of rosewood, teak or jackfruit wood, Indian dowry chests are used for storing jewelry, textiles and money as a wedding dowry from the bride's family to the groom’s family. Every chest holds sentimental value, and can be used in the home to store linens or used as a coffee table. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Indian dowry chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
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