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Stunning French Parquetry Veneered Three Drawer Commode
Located in Crawley, GB
three-drawer commode, the shaped marble top above a graduated bombé body with brass mounts , good
Category
Early 20th Century British Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
French Provincial or Country French Maple Six-Drawer Dresser
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial or Country French style six-drawer dresser or credenza
USA, 1993
Category
1990s American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Fancy John Widdicomb Regency Style Two Drawer Commode
By John Widdicomb
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant medium sized two drawer commode having magnificent glossy mahogany with curlicue paint and
Category
Early 2000s American Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Henredon Scene One Walnut 4 Drawer Campaign style Commode
By Henredon
Located in Pasadena, TX
This campaign style chest is made by Henredon Furniture..
The commode is made of walnut and has
Category
Late 20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Neoclassical Four-Drawer Commode w/Rounded Column Side Posts
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical wooden four-drawer commode, with column accents, from the 19th century. This
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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
La Permanente Mobili Cantù drawer cabinet Italy 1950
By La Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
This elegant drawer console or desk table, designed and manufactured by Permanente Cantu in Italy
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Widdicomb Modern Original Figured Mahogany Three-Drawer Commode
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Widdicomb modern original Art Deco three-drawer commode with figured mahogany drawer fronts
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$2,800 Sale Price
20% Off
John Widdicomb Georgian Green Lacquered Eight-Drawer Double Dresser, Refinished
By Ralph Widdicomb, John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Georgian or Regency style eight-drawer double dresser or chest of drawers
By Ralph
Category
Vintage 1940s American Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Maggiolini Italian Neo-Classical Inliad Marquetry 3-Drawer Commode
By Giuseppe Maggiolini
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neo-Classical (18th Century) commode cabinet with 3 pullout drawers featuring brass ring
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Petite Intentionally Distressed Henredon Style 2 Drawer Commode Nightstand
By Henredon
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This petite intentionally distressed two-drawer commode nightstand in the Henredon style offers a
Category
Vintage 1950s American Directoire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$1,436 Sale Price
20% Off
18th Century Louis XV Three-Drawer Walnut Commode
Located in Milford, NH
A fine 18th century Louis XV three-drawer carved walnut commode, original decorative brasses
Category
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Henkel Harris Georgian Solid Mahogany Eight-Drawer Highboy Dresser, 1973
By Henkel Harris
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style eight-drawer highboy chest of drawers
By Henkel Harris
Category
Vintage 1970s American Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century Italian Raised Two-Drawer Cassettiera
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian raised two-drawer chest, with decorative inlay and brass hardware, from the 18th century
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Baker "Collectors Edition" Figured Walnut Bombe Three-Drawer Commode
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Baker Furniture collector's edition bombe-front figured walnut four-drawer commode. Linen fold
Category
Vintage 1960s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$3,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Continental Baroque Style Three Drawer Commode in Tooled Faux Leather
Located in Milford, NH
A wonderful form Baroque style three drawer chest with gilt tooled faux leather top, side panels
Category
20th Century European Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Four-Drawer Bleached Mahogany Serpentine Front Commode
By Empire Furniture
Located in Chicago, IL
Bleached and toned mahogany four-drawer commode by the fine furniture maker, Empire Furniture
Category
Vintage 1930s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$2,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Country French Louis XIV Style Distressed Three Drawer Commode
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
distressed three-drawer commode, blending rustic elegance with classic European craftsmanship. This
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Late 20th Century Unknown Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
4-lacquered drawer French Chiffonier in solid cherry wood
Located in Landivy, FR
charming lacquers.
This Chiffonier is short with 4 drawers only. We also provide 5 and 6-drawer
Category
2010s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Walnut Three-Drawer Commode
Located in Black Rock, CT
A timeless French Louis XVI–style commode, this graceful three–drawer beauty blends classical form
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Four Drawer Night Stand by Thomasville Furniture c. 1950
s
By Thomasville, Gilbert Rohde
Located in New York, NY
Chic four drawer night stand, or chest of drawers, in original blonde veneer with center brass disk
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Contemporary / Modern White "Lustrosa" Cabinet and Natural Wood 2-Drawer Dresser
Located in Queens, NY
Contemporary / Modern "Lustrosa" 2-drawer chest featuring a white finished wood cabinet containing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Che...
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Fine Quality Italian-Made Olivewood Marquetry Three Drawer Commodes
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Italian-Made Olivewood Marquetry Three-Drawer Commodes. These beautifully crafted pieces feature exquisite
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Neoclassical Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Louis XV Style Serpentine Front Inlaid 3 Drawer Commode
Located in Queens, NY
and corners, inset inlay borders, 3 drawers with finely cast brass ring pulls, brass central
Category
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Fabulous Restored Bamboo and Mahogany Ten Drawer Commode, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
ten drawer commode, circa 1970. Beautiful case design with handsome brass hardware. Diagonally
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Small 18th Century American Cherry Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in San Francisco, CA
A small solid cherrywood three drawer chest with original brass hardware.
In excellent refinished
Category
Antique Late 18th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Vintage Regency 3 Drawer Dresser Hollywood Regency Mid Century Commode Console
By Treasure House
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Elevate your home with the Vintage Regency 3 Drawer Dresser, a piece that exudes classic elegance
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Rustic 1880s Bleached Pine Three-Drawer Commode with Carved Spandrels
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French bleached pine three-drawer commode from the late 19th century, with carved spandrels
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Harold Schwartz for Romweber Acacia and Walnut Wood Three Drawer Commode
By Romweber Furniture Co., Harold Schwartz
Located in Chicago, IL
acacia wood and brass circular pulls. The three drawer casement is raised by .5” from the squared leg
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$4,240 Sale Price
20% Off
Paolo Buffa Italian Mid-Century Mahogany and Marble 6-Drawer Dresser / Sideboard
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Mid-Century mahogany dresser / sideboard / chest with 6 drawers mounted with brass drawer
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
French Louis XVI Style 19th Century Cherry Three-Drawer Commode with Fluting
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Each drawer presents a recessed panel and is fitted with linear brass handles surrounding a central
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Late 19th Century Louis XVI Style Fruitwood Marquetry 2-Drawer Commode
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Late 19th Century Louis XVI Style Fruitwood Marquetry 2-Drawer Commode
This glowing kidney shaped
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Bronze
English 1820s Regency Oak Five-Drawer Commode with Crossbanding and Bracket Feet
Located in Atlanta, GA
the brass hardware. The simplicity of the chest is nicely balanced by the banding on the drawers
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Co Walnut and Natzler Tile Eight-Drawer
By Edward Wormley
Located in Queens, NY
American mid-century walnut eight-drawer chest comprised of a narrow set of drawers on the left and
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
6-drawer French Chiffonier in solid oak, charming white-cream finish
Located in Landivy, FR
cherry wood. Our solid wood comes exclusively from sustainably managed French forests.
Each drawer
Category
2010s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French 19th Century Walnut Three-Drawer Commode with Grey Marble Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
brass feet. With its Classical lines and walnut patina, this 19th century French commode will bring an
Category
Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Stunning Restored Three-Drawer Raffia Commode by Harrison Van Horn, circa 1985
By Harrison Van Horn
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stellar three-drawer chest from the boutique production of Harrison-Van Horn, circa 1985. Pair
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Italian Louis XVI 19th Century Walnut Two-Drawer Commode with Inlay
Located in Atlanta, GA
. The dovetail drawers, equipped with classical brass hardware, reflect meticulous attention to detail
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of 19th Century Jacobean Four Drawer English Oak Dressers or Commodes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
brass. Each Dresser comes in two pieces, that when together have an artful strength, yet are easily
Category
Antique 19th Century English Jacobean Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$8,715 Sale Price / set
30% Off
English King George III 1800s Oak Five Drawer Commode with Raised Panels
Located in Atlanta, GA
, graduating ones), all fitted with unusual brass ring pulls on diamond shaped backplates. Each drawer
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Brass
18th C French Provincial Five Drawer Walnut Commode with Serpentine Front
Located in Milford, NH
, all with original bold foliate bronze or brass hardware, a nicely shaped skirt, paneled sides, and an
Category
Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Brass
Pair of French Art Deco Maple Veneer 2-Drawer Commodes With Mirror Tops
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French 1940s maple veneer bedside table/commodes with 2 drawers and having burnished brass
Category
20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
A Tall Antique Swedish 4-Drawer Commode in Scraped Pine, Circa 1880
Located in Dallas, TX
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With four tiers of drawers, this Swedish commode is quite tall, standing almost four feet. Hand-carved circa 1880, the original finish of the pine woo...
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
French Provincial style 6-drawer handcrafted Chiffonier in solid cherry wood
Located in Landivy, FR
mounted front drawers , each lacquered with a different color.
The knobs are made of brass.
The drawers
Category
2010s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Rococo Revival Mahogany Heavily Carved 2 Drawer Commode in the Chippendale Taste
Located in Milford, NH
A spectacular Rococo Revival mahogany heavily carved serpentine two drawer commode, with a
Category
Antique 19th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$7,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Italian Piemontese 1890s Three-Drawer Walnut Commode with Dark Green Marble Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
spacious drawers, each framed with refined brass trim that highlights its sophisticated silhouette. Linear
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Marble, Brass
Pair of Italian 18th Century Walnut Four-Drawer Commodes with Bookmatched Veneer
Located in Atlanta, GA
with the warmth and richness of Italian walnut.
Each commode is beautifully adorned with a four-drawer
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Venetian Foliage Painted One Drawer Cabinet Commodes Tapered Legs C 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of Venetian Neoclassical foliage painted one drawer commodes with original brass pulls
Category
Antique 1780s Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French 1890s Louis XVI Style Three-Drawer Commode with Rounded Fluted Side Posts
Located in Atlanta, GA
two larger ones), all fitted with linear brass hardware. Flanked with rounded side posts, the chest is
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique 19th-century german empire oak and pine inlaid three drawer commode
Located in Casteren, NL
have two oval patinated bronze drawer pulls and a matching keyplate. The drawers' interior, back, and
Category
Antique Late 19th Century German Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French 1790s Louis XVI Period Cherry Three-Drawer Commode with Fluted Side Posts
Located in Atlanta, GA
brass hardware. Flanked with rounded fluted side posts, the commode is raised on four cylindrical
Category
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pr. Mid-Century Gilt Bronze 3-Drawer Side Cabinet/Commodes w/ Chinoiserie Decor
By Mastercraft
Located in New York, NY
A Fabulous Pair of Mid-Century Gilt Bronze Three-Drawer Side Cabinets/Commodes with Chinoiserie
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Louis XVI Period 1790s Walnut Three Drawer Commode with Fluted Side Posts
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI period walnut commode circa 1790 with three drawers, linear brass hardware
Category
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
White Lacquer Mid-Century Modern Four-Drawer Cabinet Tall Nightstand End Table
By Tommi Parzinger, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
White lacquer solid ring pulls four drawers Mid-Century Modern cabinet end table stand or chest of
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of French 19th Century Three-Drawer Walnut Commodes with White Marble Tops
Located in Atlanta, GA
, three drawers, fluted side posts, tapered legs and brass hardware. Created in France during the 19th
Category
Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
18th C French Walnut 3-Drawer Serpentine Commode with Original Rococo Hardware
Located in Milford, NH
A fine diminutive walnut serpentine commode in walnut veneer, a conforming rectangular top with molded edge and crossbanded veneer border surmounting three drawers adorned with origi...
Category
Antique 18th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Brass
18th C Style Italian Old Chestnut 3 Drawer Cassettone Dresser to order or custom
Located in Encinitas, CA
“Vernazza” 3-drawer dresser - The Italian Art & Handcraft of fine custom antique reproduction
Category
2010s Italian Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
English Chippendale Mahogany Chest of Drawers, Circa 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
English Chippendale mahogany graduated five drawer chest with original brasses and terminating on
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Antique 19th Century British Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Drawer Chest Brass For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of drawer chest brass on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, brass and wood, every piece of drawer chest brass was constructed with great care. Find 671 options for an antique or vintage item from our selection of drawer chest brass now, or shop our selection of 18 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the choice in our collection of drawer chest brass you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. An object in our assortment of drawer chest brass is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Mid-Century Modern, Louis XVI and Georgian styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made option in this array of drawer chest brass over the years, but those crafted by Paul McCobb, Baker Furniture Company and Sarreid Ltd. are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Drawer Chest Brass?
Prices for a piece of drawer chest brass start at $350 and top out at $39,445 with the average selling for $4,208.
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 Drawer Chest Brass
- 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 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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Drexel Accolade Campaign
Paul Mccobb Hardware
Baker 3 Drawer Chest
Campaigner 3 Drawer Chest
Drexel 3 Drawer Chest
Faux Bamboo 3 Drawer
Shallow Dresser