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19th C. Gustavian Style Swedish Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1890 Gustavian Style Swedish painted distressed Dresser-Nightstand. Original brass hardware.
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Antique 1850s Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$1,200 Sale Price
75% Off
Swedish 19th century hand painted Gustavian chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century hand painted Gustavian chest of drawers circa 1820.
3 drawer commode with shaped
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak, Paint
19th Century Gray Painted Swedish Pine Chest of Three Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
This gray chest of drawers has the simple, clean lines that reveal its Swedish country style.
The
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Chest of Drawers Circa 1870
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant 19th-century Swedish chest of drawers, crafted circa 1870, is a fine example of the
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Swedish Painted Chest of Drawers in Grey-Blue, circa 1920
Located in Atlanta, GA
A delicate and beautifully aged Swedish chest of drawers, circa 1920, painted in a soft grey-blue
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20th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
18th century Swedish Serpentine Front Chest of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
original bronze hardware and intricate carved apron on bun feet.
Chest of drawers is in two parts.
Sweden
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Antique 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Late 18th Century Blue Swedish Bombay Chest of Three Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
draws one to this striking small chest of three drawers.
Later professionally painted in layered soft
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Swedish Gustavian Chest of Drawers with Internal Dividers, circa 1800
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rare and finely detailed Gustavian chest of drawers, crafted in Sweden around 1800 and finished
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Late 18th Century Blue Swedish Rococo Chest of Four Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
Late 18th-century Swedish Rococo chest of four drawers with an oak front and pine sides and drawer
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Axel Larsson Chest of Drawers for SMF Bodafors, Sweden, 1940s
By Axel Larsson
Located in London, GB
Elegant vintage chest of drawers designed by Axel Larsson and made by SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch, Elm
Chest of drawers by Axel Larsson for Bodafors, Sweden, 1930s
By SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors, Axel Larsson
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great chest of drawers designed by Axel Larsson for Svenska möbelfabrikerna, Bodafors in Sweden
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Reeded Swedish Gustavian Style Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
White/greyish hand painted Gustavian style chest of drawers constructed from solid wood with a hand
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Early 2000s European Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Genuine Swedish Original Gustavian Period Handmade Chest of Drawers
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish chest of drawers from the 1700s in gustavian style. The chest is a genuine Swedish
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Gustavian Chest Of Drawers Grey Painted, Swedish Origin From 1840s
Located in Lejre, DK
Gustavian chest of drawers from the 1840s with three drawers, painted grey in a classic style. Top
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Antique 1840s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Scandinavian Functionalist chest of drawers, Oscar Nilsson, NK, Sweden, 1930s
By NK (Nordiska Kompaniet), Oscar Nilsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
Chest of drawers by Oscar Nilsson, made from teak. Lovely, rounded functionalist forms and cool
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Late 18th Century Swedish Black Bombay Chest of Three Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
chest of drawers.
Restored, strong stable and ready for use. The old but later applied black paint has
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Swedish Mid-Century Chest of Drawers with Golden Birch Veneers
Located in London, GB
This Swedish mid-century chest of drawers showcases the timeless elegance of Scandinavian
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Mid Century Scandinavian Chest of Drawers in Teak, Sweden 60s
Located in Lucija, SI
Nice and rare chest of drawers made in the 60s
Classic scandinavian design
Made in Sweden
Very good
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Swedish early 19th century hand painted pine chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish early 19th century painted pine chest of drawers circa 1800.
Fine quality chest of drawers
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine, Paint
Swedish mid century walnut chest of drawers by SMF Bodafors
By SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish mid century walnut chest of drawers by bodafors circa 1950.
Good quality chest of drawers
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century Swedish Oak Large White Chest of Four Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
This large antique rococo chest of four drawers features a serpentine front, decorative carved
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Swedish Karl Johan Mahogany "Wellington" Chest of Drawers, circa 1840s
Located in New York, NY
A Swedish Karl Johan well figured mahogany "Wellington" from chest of drawers, circa 1840s, the
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Antique 1840s Swedish Karl Johan Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Swedish Late 18th Century Gustavian Period Commode / Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
An elegant and sober late 18th century/very early 19th century Swedish dresser or chest of drawers
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Directoire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
$6,890 Sale Price
29% Off
Vintage Oak Chest Of Drawers From Sweden, Circa 1960
Located in Nashville, TN
Vintage Oak Chest Of Drawers From Sweden, Circa 1960. Nice four drawer model with original key
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Vintage 1960s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Chest of Drawers - Antique Pinewood Sideboard
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique Swedish Gustavian chest of drawers with two doors and six drawers, made of hand crafted
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Chrome
18th Century Swedish Late Baroque Chest of Drawers with Originalpaint
Located in Boden, SE
18th century Late Baroque chest of drawers from Piteå Norrbotten, Northern Sweden.
Carefully hand
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Antique 18th Century Swedish Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers with Decorative Livery, Circa 1840
Located in Atlanta, GA
This refined Swedish Gustavian chest of drawers, dating to around 1840, showcases the graceful
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Antique 1840s Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Early 19th century Swedish baroque oak inlaid chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century Swedish oak inlaid chest of drawers circa 1800.
Rare Swedish period commode
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Baroque Revival Commodes and Chests o...
Materials
Oak
Gray Painted Small Chest of Nine Drawers, Sweden circa 1860
Located in Round Top, TX
Fascinating Gustavian pine chest of nine drawers with fluted columns, dentil molding and tapered
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine, Paint
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
Pair of Swedish Gustavian Painted Four-Drawer Chests of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A handsome and well-matched pair of late 19th century Swedish Gustavian chests of drawers, crafted
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Antique Late 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
Satin Birch Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A satin birch chest of drawers, the top drawer revealing a fitted secretaire
Sweden, Circa 1830
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Antique 1830s Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
20th Century Art Deco Sweden Commode or Chest of Drawers
Located in Madrid, ES
An Art Deco chest of drawers in birch wood, marquetry, with three drawers and handles in copper and
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
$1,858 Sale Price
20% Off
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
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Tallboy Black C 1850
Located in Lewes, England
C 1850 antique Swedish Gustavian painted chest of 3 drawers commode with detailed gustavian ribbed
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
$6,535 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Painted Chests of Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exceptional pair of 19th-century Swedish Gustavian chests embodies the elegance and restraint
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Antique 19th Century Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Swedish Rococo Chest of Drawers with Original Hardware, circa 1760–1770
Located in Atlanta, GA
An elegant Swedish Rococo period chest of drawers, dating to circa 1760–1770, with a gracefully
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Antique 18th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Pair Commode Grey White Bedroom
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850 antique Swedish Gustavian Grey White painted chest of drawers commode in Gustavian style
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Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
$6,584 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Swedish Gustavian White Grey Painted Chest of Drawers Commode C.1870
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1860/1870 antique Swedish Gustavian White Grey painted plain front chest of drawers commode
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Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
$4,942 Sale Price
20% Off
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Grey White C.1860
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850/1880 antique Swedish Gustavian Grey White painted chest of drawers commode in gustavian
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Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
$4,942 Sale Price
20% Off
Swedish Black-Painted Architect
s Chest with 27 Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
Architect's chest / archive cabinet crafted in black-painted pine with 27 spacious drawers, perfect
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Early 20th Century Swedish Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
19th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers, Antique Red and Black Finish
Located in Kvidinge, SE
An Swedish Chest of Drawers from early 19th century
painted in a soft red / orange color and the
Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$1,586 Sale Price
40% Off
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
19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Style Painted Three-Drawer Chest of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
A Swedish neoclassical style painted chest of drawers, dated around 1890, with shaped top, canted
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Bronze
Original Red Painted 19th Century Swedish Pine Chest of Three Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
The simple, clean lines of this charming pine chest of three drawers reflect its Swedish country
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine, Paint
19th Century Swedish Stone Top Black Small Chest of Three Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
It is the original stone top that makes this small chest of three drawers a special find while the
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Stone
19th Century Swedish Black Chest of Three Drawers with Greek Key
Located in Round Top, TX
A decorative Gustavian style pine chest of drawers with dramatic painted "à La Grecque" or Greek
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine, Paint
Low Pine Chest of Drawers
Located in London, England
Late 20th Century low pine set of drawers, two over two. Solid pine construction. Sweden circa
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Vintage 1970s Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Midcentury "Tulip Rose" chest of drawers by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1930s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful chest of drawers by Carl Malmsten, model called “Tulipanros” (“Tulip Rose”), made in
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Late 18th Century Swedish Inlaid Oak Commode Chest of Three Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
This antique rococo large oak chest of drawers is accented with contrasting inlaid trim along the
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Iron
Charming Antique Swedish Chest of Drawers, Solid Pine with Original Paint
Located in Kramfors, SE
Charming Swedish antique chest of drawers in solid pine with three working drawers. The chest is a
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Swedish 18th Century Gustavian Serpentine Two Piece Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Wichita, KS
Beautiful 18th Century Swedish Serpentine front Commode Chest of Drawers in two pieces. this Two
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Antique 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Antique Swedish Genuine Tall Red Painted Gustavian Country Chest of Drawers
Located in Kramfors, SE
Swedish country house chest of drawers in gustavian style. The chest of drawers is a Swedish
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Colonial style chest of drawers model 500 by Bodafors, Sweden, 1890s
By SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great chest of drawers, model No 500, produced by Bodafors, Sweden, during the 1890s.
Made with
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chest...
Materials
Straw, Beech
18th century Swedish baroque elm curved front chest of drawers/commode
Located in London, GB
A handsome mid C18th swedish curved front commode in baroque style in a lovely warm mid brown elm
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Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Elm
Colonial style chest of drawers model 555 by Bodafors, Sweden, 1890s
By SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great chest of drawers, model No 555, produced by Bodafors, Sweden, during the 1890s.
Made with
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chest...
Materials
Straw, Beech
20th Century Swedish Birchwood Chest of Drawers by AB Åsundens Möbelfabrik
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A single, vintage Swedish Art Deco chest made of hand crafted polished, partly veneered Birchwood
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass, Bronze
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Chest Of Drawers Sweden For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the chest of drawers Sweden you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, softwood and pine, every chest of drawers Sweden was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a chest of drawers Sweden, we have 1852 options in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer chest of drawers Sweden, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Each chest of drawers Sweden bearing Scandinavian Modern, Art Deco or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made chest of drawers Sweden over the years, but those crafted by Edmond J. Spence, Axel Larsson and Bodafors are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Chest Of Drawers Sweden?
The average selling price for a chest of drawers Sweden at 1stDibs is $4,600, while they’re typically $504 on the low end and $55,000 for the highest priced.
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 Sweden
- 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 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 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 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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