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18th Century Louis XVI Marquetry Commode or Chest of Drawers with Tulipwood
Located in Miami, FL
18th century Louis XVI marquetry commode or chest of drawers with tulipwood inlay veneer and oak
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Antique 18th Century Spanish Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
$18,950
H 33 in W 48 in D 21 in
Louis XV Style Country French Commode Chest of Drawers Server Cabinet Dresser
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This Louis XV style Country French commode chest of drawers is a fine example of traditional
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Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
$1,276 Sale Price
20% Off
H 32.5 in W 34.25 in D 17.75 in
Antique French Louis XV Style Marble Top Commode Chest of Drawers Dresser
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This antique French Louis XV style marble top commode chest of drawers is a refined example of 19th
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Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
$4,760 Sale Price
20% Off
H 33.75 in W 56 in D 22 in
Late 18th Century, Antique Italian Commode Chest of Drawers, Walnut, with Inlaid
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Late 18th century, important Italian antique commode chest of drawers, in solid walnut, with inlaid
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Louis XIV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
$9,272
H 38.98 in W 48.04 in D 22.45 in
Rare Pierre Colleu "Mickey Mouse" Commode or Chest of Drawers, France, 1980s
By Walt Disney, Starform, Pierre Colleu 1
Located in Miami, FL
Postmodern design icon "Mickey Mouse" commode, cabinet or chest of drawers, rendered in painted and
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Late 20th Century French Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Plastic, Laminate, Resin, Wood
$3,490
H 46 in W 39.5 in D 23.5 in
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Commode or Chest of Drawers
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style commode or dresser chest
By John Widdicomb
USA
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$2,495
H 32 in W 50.5 in D 20.5 in
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
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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
French Louis XV Style Cherry Wood Commode Semainier Chest of Drawers c. 1980
Located in Labrit, Landes
French commode chest of drawers in the Louis XVI style.
Cherry Wood and brass.
This chest of
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Vintage 1980s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$1,771
H 51.19 in W 26.19 in D 15.36 in
Louis XVI Style Provincial Fruitwood Commode or Chest of Drawers, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
19th century Louis XVI style Provincial fruitwood and marble-top commode or chest of drawers, the
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
$3,495 Sale Price
45% Off
H 34 in W 48.5 in D 22.75 in
Circa 1840 Louis Philippe French Marble Top Commode or Chest of Drawers
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1840 Louis Philippe French Marble Top Commode or Chest of Drawers. Gloriously figured
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Marble
$4,500
H 37.75 in W 50.38 in D 23 in
18th Century Italian Burl Marquetry Commode Bolognese Louis XV Chest of Drawers
Located in Milano, MI
stunning burr walnut and thuya marquetry chest of drawers realized in Italy in the second half of 18th
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Antique 1770s Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Boxwood, Fruitwood, Walnut, Burl
$7,132
H 32.68 in W 44.49 in D 22.84 in
French Louis XVI Directoire Style Commode Chest of Drawers with Brass Accents
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
, Chest of Drawers In the Manner of Maison Jansen is a nice example of high quality furniture from the mid
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$1,596 Sale Price
20% Off
H 34.5 in W 35.5 in D 22 in
American Walnut Block Front Drawers High Chest Dresser American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very clean American walnut Mid-Century Modern vintage block front drawers dresser high chest.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
$3,800
H 45 in W 40 in D 20 in
1920s, Venetian Baroque Commode, Chest of Drawers, Hand Painted, Edges Gold Leaf
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Original precious early 20th century Venetian Baroque serpentine commode, chest of drawers manually
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Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
$7,845
H 34.26 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in
Edwards and Roberts Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Cheshire, GB
Edwards and Roberts serpentine chest of drawers in the Hepplewhite taste. The shaped serpentine top
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Antique Late 19th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
French Louis XVI Style Walnut Burl Commode Chiffonnier Chest of Drawers c. 1900
Located in Labrit, Landes
French commode chest of drawers early 20th century Louis XVI style.
Four drawers, with elegant
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$1,961
H 34.26 in W 37.8 in D 18.12 in
A Huge 17th Century North Italian Walnut Commode - Chest of Drawers - Dresser
Located in Basingstoke, Hampshire
additional dimension to the already exceptionally unique piece. This chest of drawers is raised on a lower
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Antique 17th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
$19,050
H 46.07 in W 58.67 in D 25.6 in
Commode curved Francia Louis XV chest of drawers in marquetry, ormolu , marble
By Soft Baroque
Located in Valladolid, ES
One of a kind and wonderful 18th-century Louis XV transitional style chest with a curved design and
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Antique 1790s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
$4,992 Sale Price
20% Off
H 33.08 in W 39.77 in D 21.66 in
Vintage Chest of Drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Peculiar cabinet of Scandinavian origin with two drawers.
Features black leatherette upholstery
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Faux Leather, Teak
Antique French Chest of Drawers Commode Serpentine Carved Oak Louis XV c.1930s
Located in Tyler, TX
EXQUISITE Antique French Country Oak Louis XV Style Serpentine Front Chest of Drawers or Commode
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
$3,775
H 34.5 in W 49 in D 21.5 in
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
A petite chest of drawers, crafted of solid mahogany and fir, the piece is veneered with light
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Antique 1850s Swedish Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Curve Contemporary and Customizable Chest of Drawers
By Luísa Peixoto
Located in PT
Chest of drawers in lacquer black and white.
Bespoke / Customizable
Identical shapes with
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2010s Portuguese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer
Walnut and Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A walnut and burr walnut chest of drawers with ormolu mounts and locking pilaster, six graduating
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Antique Late 19th Century Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Early 19th Century Irish Chest of Drawers
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine early 19th Century Irish mahogany chest of drawers, stunningly hand carved, fully
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Antique Early 19th Century Irish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Postmodern Teal Laminate Commodes/Chests of Drawers With Gold Accents - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Pair of Postmodern Teal Laminate Commodes with gold accents adds bold elegance and practical
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Vintage 1980s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$1,285
H 30 in W 18 in D 32 in
Swedish Gustavian and Empire Chest of Drawers
Located in Kramfors, SE
Chest of drawers from northern Sweden made during the transition time between the Gustavian and
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Damascus Mother of Pearl Inlaid Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Damascus mother of pearl inlaid wooden chest of drawers. With five drawers. The wood is profusely
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20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Hollywood Regency Italian Marble Commode or Chest of Drawers Louis XV Style
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A great Italian regency cabinet circa 1960's. It features a heavy marble top, two drawers with
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Vintage 1950s Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
$2,500
H 28 in W 38 in D 18 in
Pine Chest of Four Drawers
Located in Baltimore, MD
What a gorgeous chest of drawers! A step-down routed edge and nicely chamfered front corners
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Early 20th Century Danish Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Art Deco Chest of Drawers, Hamptons of Pall Mall, London 1930s
Located in London, GB
An English four over two walnut chest of drawers, made by the renowned company Hamptons of Pal Mall
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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
$2,743 Sale Price
20% Off
H 36.23 in W 35.44 in D 19.69 in
Early 20th Century French Dresser Commode Chest of Drawers Marble Top Bronze
Located in Miami, FL
Early French 1920s hand-painted two-drawer commode with Marble Top.
The drawers have brass pulls
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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
$5,300
H 35.5 in W 52.5 in D 22.25 in
English Pine Chest of Drawers
Located in Bradenton, FL
English Pine Chest of Drawers. This chest embodies the warmth, simplicity, and craftmanship
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Antique Serpentine Chest on Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
An impressive and very well made antique serpentine chest on chest of drawers. This is in the
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Vintage 1930s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
William and Mary Oyster Veneer Chest of Drawers
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th century William and Mary burl cross-branded oyster veneered walnut chest of drawers. Chest
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Antique 18th Century English William and Mary Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Wood
Mid-18th Century Louis XV Period Chest Of Drawers Commode Stamped LARDIN
By Andre Antoine Lardin
Located in Forney, TX
+ years we have not came across a chest of drawers that captures our attention like this one!
Exquisitely
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Breccia Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
$17,500
H 33 in W 42 in D 20.75 in
19th Century Chest of Drawers
Located in Charlottesville, VA
19th century chest of drawers with four graduated drawers, each fitted with oval brass pulls and
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Burl Elm Commode, Chest of Drawers
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This quintessential Louis Philippe period commode or chest of drawers displays the exemplary
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Marble
$4,200
H 35.5 in W 51.5 in D 24 in
Biedermeier Neoclassical Chest of Drawers
By Biedermeier
Located in Bradenton, FL
Elegant Biedermeier Style Neoclassical Chest of Drawers. Chest features three ample drawers with
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Early 20th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
1940s wooden chest of drawers
Located in MONTESSON, FR
This 1940s chest of drawers opens with three drawers. It is made of different types of wood. This
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Vintage 1940s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Art Deco Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco marble top chest of drawers
France, Circa 1930
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
1830s French Empire Mahogany Chest with Four Drawers and Gilded Edges, Commode
Located in Miami, FL
1830s French Empire mahogany chest with four drawers and gilded edges
Beautiful wooden root.
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
$4,900
H 38.97 in W 48.22 in D 23.42 in
Pine Chest of Four Drawers
Located in Baltimore, MD
This lovely little chest of drawers has a beautiful light honey color and an even grain pattern
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Early 20th Century French Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
William And Mary Oyster Veneer Chest Of Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
rings and compass rose.With two drawers over three long drawers. Brass ring handles. Bun feet.
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Antique 1690s English William and Mary Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Country Louis XV Style Carved "Bombe" Walnut Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
French country carved "Bombe" walnut chest in the Rococo style. Item features solid wood
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Early 20th Century French Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
$3,486 Sale Price
30% Off
H 51.57 in W 28.74 in D 16.92 in
Arts and Crafts Golden Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
Arts and Crafts golden walnut chest of drawers
This is a good solid chest, there are 2 short
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Antique 1880s Arts and Crafts Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
French Commode or Patinated Red Chest of Drawers Spanish Style, 20th Mid-Century
Located in Labrit, Landes
French elm chest of drawers from the 1960 years.
Five drawers.
This commode has been patinated by
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Vintage 1960s French Spanish Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
$1,749 Sale Price
20% Off
H 28.75 in W 43.31 in D 14.77 in
Pine Chest of Four Drawers
Located in Baltimore, MD
An applied bullnose molding creates a step-down edge to the top of this beautiful little chest of
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Antique Late 19th Century Danish Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of D...
Materials
Pine
English Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th century English painted oak chest of drawers with a harlequin design. 1790.
Internal
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Antique 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Chest of Drawers by Craig Nealy for Glenn of California, US, 1950s
By Craig Nealey, Glenn of California
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful vintage chest of drawers designed by Craig Nealy for Glenn of California in the United
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$5,171
H 43.71 in W 36.03 in D 17.72 in
English Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th Century English painted and decorated oak chest of drawers. 1790.
Code: 9116
Dimensions:
W
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Antique 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
George III Chest of Drawers
Located in Greenwich, CT
A George III chest of drawers with ogee molded top over four cock-beaded graduated drawers with
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Inlaid Teak Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
A charming 3-drawer chest, handcrafted in India out of aged teak wood and cruelty-free, responsibly
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2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bone, Teak
Antique Walnut Chest on Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A large and impressive antique walnut chest on chest of drawers. This in the Georgian revival style
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Vintage 1950s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Dutch Chest of Drawers or Commode / Cabinet, in Style of Tejo Remy, Droog Design
By Tejo Remy
Located in New York, NY
A unique Dutch chest or commode or server or sideboard or cabinet composed of 14 distinct
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20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$1,490
H 41 in W 39.5 in D 21 in
Chippendale Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
A refined example of Chippendale revival design, this elegant bow front chest features rich
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Vintage 1950s Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pine Chest of Drawers, 1910s
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Chest of drawers made circa 1910 in Hungary. The chest of drawers is made of pine. It has four
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Vintage 1910s Hungarian Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Italian Inlaid Chest of Drawers
Located in Nashville, TN
This stunning Italian veneer commode side table exudes timeless elegance with each chest featuring
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21st Century and Contemporary Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
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Chest Of Drawers And Commodes For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of chest of drawers and commodes available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and walnut, all chest of drawers and commodes available were constructed with great care. There are 29040 antique and vintage chest of drawers and commodes for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 716 modern editions to choose from as well. Chest of drawers and commodes have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Chest of drawers and commodes bearing Mid-Century Modern or Louis XVI hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Chest of drawers and commodes have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Baker Furniture Company, Paul McCobb and George Nelson are consistently popular.
How Much are Chest Of Drawers And Commodes?
Prices for chest of drawers and commodes 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 Of Drawers And Commodes
- 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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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