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George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a fine quality George III mahogany chest on chest. The chest has three short drawers
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Antique Early 19th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Dra...
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Mahogany
English Georgian Mahogany Chest-on-Chest Circa 1820
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
English Georgian mahogany chest-on-chest with an unusual and striking leather treatment on each
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Antique Early 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Antique Georgian Style Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in London, GB
Slim antique Georgian style mahogany chest on chest from the 1930s-1950s period and in good
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Vintage 1930s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
English George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking 18th century English George III period figured mahogany chest on chest with a simple
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Antique 1760s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century Mahogany Chest on Chest / Tallboy
By Georgian House 1
Located in Richmond, Surrey
A very high quality 18th century George III Mahogany chest on chest (Tallboy) Three short drawers
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Antique 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Mahogany, Oak
Early 19th Century Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 19th century flame mahogany chest on chest, having a molded edge cornice above a selection of
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Antique 1820s English Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Georgian Style Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in London, GB
Slim antique Georgian style mahogany chest on chest in excellent condition and dating from the
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Mid-20th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Mahogany
Antique Georgian Style Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in London, GB
Slim antique Georgian style mahogany chest on chest in excellent condition & dating from the 1930s
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Mid-20th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Georgian Style Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in London, GB
Slim antique Georgian style mahogany chest on chest in excellent condition & dating from the 1930s
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Mid-20th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century Bowfront Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century bowfront mahogany chest on chest, circa 1850.
Bowfront chest of chest of large
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique English Georgian Mahogany Chest-on-Chest, circa 1800
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Antique English Georgian mahogany chest-on-chest, circa 1800. Clean lines and striking brass
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Antique Early 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Late 18th Century English Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
An English Georgian mahogany chest on chest, the top with two short drawers over three long, and
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Antique Late 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Mahogany
George III Mahogany Chest on Chest, 18th Century
Located in Astoria, NY
George III Mahogany Chest on Chest, late 18th century, with carved geometric border, two short
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Antique 18th Century George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century Mahogany Chest On Chest (Tallboy)
Located in Richmond, Surrey
A very high quality 18th Century George III Mahogany Chest On Chest (Tallboy) Two short drawers at
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Antique 18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Mahogany
18th Century, Mahogany Chest on Chest / Tallboy
Located in Richmond, Surrey
A very high quality 18th century (George III) Mahogany chest on chest (tallboy) with a brushing
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Antique 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
18th. Century English Mahogany Chest on Chest.
Located in Manhasset, NY
An English mahogany chest on chest, circa 18th century, the shaped dentil molding over a frieze
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Georgian Commodes and Chests of...
Materials
Wood
George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality George III mahogany chest on chest. The top of the chest has an
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century Georgian Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
18th century Georgian mahogany chest on chest circa 1790.
Comprising of 2 sections. Elegant
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century Georgian Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
18th century Georgian mahogany chest on chest circa 1790.
Comprising of 2 sections. Elegant
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century Mahogany Chest On Chest (Tallboy)
Located in Richmond, Surrey
A very high quality 18th Century (George III) Mahogany Chest On Chest / Tallboy. Two short drawers
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Antique 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century Mahogany Chest On Chest (Tallboy)
Located in Richmond, Surrey
A very high quality 18th Century (George III) Mahogany Chest On Chest (Tallboy) with two short
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Antique 18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Magnificent Antique George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Suffolk, GB
This antique George III mahogany chest on chest is a magnificent example of quality and
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Antique 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century Regency Mahogany Chest on Chest, England
Located in Atlanta, GA
A regency period mahogany chest on chest with arched cornice with inlay, bow-front form, 8 sliding
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century Antique Georgian Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Martlesham, GB
A lovely quality 18th Century mahogany chest on chest, the cornice having decorative Greek key
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Antique 1780s Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Suffolk, GB
George III mahogany chest on chest with the upper section having a dentil cornice and two short
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Antique Early 19th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Dra...
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Other
Antique English George III Mahogany Chest on Chest, circa 1750-1780
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English George III Mahogany chest on chest, circa 1750-1780. Superb patina.
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Antique 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Georgian 18th Century Mahogany Chest on Chest/Tallboy
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Georgian 18th century mahogany chest on chest/tallboy having a moulded edge top above two
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Mahogany, Oak
18th Century Georgian mahogany chest on chest
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
18th century Georgian mahogany chest on chest circa 1790.
Beautiful chest on chest of good
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Quality Serpentine Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Benington, Herts
A very good quality antique mahogany chest on chest with brushing slide and blind fret canted
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Vintage 1920s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century English George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality George III mahogany chest on chest, having an arrangement of 8 drawers
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Antique Early 19th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Georgian Style Flame Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in London, GB
Antique Georgian style flame mahogany chest on chest in good original condition and dating from
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Vintage 1920s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century Mahogany Chest on Chest/Tallboy
Located in Martlesham, GB
18th century mahogany chest on chest/tallboy, the moulded edge top above a selection of eight
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Antique 1770s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
George III Mahogany Chest on Chest English, circa 1790
Located in Huntington, NY
George III Mahogany Chest on Chest English, circa 1790.
This Chest on Chest has a lovely Color, a
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century Mahogany Chest on Chest Dresser Bureau
Located in Middleburg, VA
18th Century Mahogany Chest on Chest Dresser Bureau
England, 1700 - 1799
Measures: 82" H, 51" W
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Antique 18th Century English George II Dressers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Early 19th Century George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique George III mahogany chest on chest with the upper section having a dentil cornice and two
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Antique Early 19th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Brass
Georgian Tallboy Mahogany Chest on Chest of Drawers
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Georgian circa 1780 tallboy mahogany chest on chest of drawers.
Solid and strong... splits into
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Antique 1780s Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Early 19th Century Channel Island Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century channel island mahogany chest on chest circa 1830.
Fine quality chest on
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Antique Mid-19th Century British William IV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Gorgeous 18th Century George III Period Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A very fine 18th century, George III period small mahogany chest on chest, circa 1780. The moulded
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Antique Late 18th Century British George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Early 19th century channel island mahogany chest on chest
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century channel island mahogany chest on chest circa 1830.
Fine quality chest on chest
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Early 19th century channel island mahogany chest on chest
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century channel island mahogany chest on chest circa 1830.
Fine quality chest on chest
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
George III Walnut and Mahogany Chest on Chest, Fourth Quarter 18th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
George III walnut and mahogany chest on chest, the molded cornice above two short drawers and three
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English George III Commodes and Chests ...
Materials
Brass
Untouched 18th Century George III Period Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
An untouched George III period late 18-th century solid figured mahogany chest on chest, having
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Antique Late 18th Century British George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Fine Quality 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Chest on Chest Tallboy, 1780
Located in Portland, OR
A very high quality George III mahogany chest on chest, tallboy, circa 1780.
This chest on chest
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
George III Mahogany Chest on Chest, 18th C
Located in Astoria, NY
George III Mahogany Chest on Chest, circa 1780. Note: This item is only available for preview at
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Antique 18th Century Dressers
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Mahogany
Antique Georgian Mahogany Chest on Chest Highboy Dresser Circa Late 18th Century
Located in Peabody, MA
Georgian mahogany chest on chest (at left) of two over three, over three on bracket feet features
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Antique Late 18th Century American Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Two Piece Georgian Style Mahogany Chest on Chest by Kaplan Furniture
By Kaplan Furniture
Located in Milford, NH
A fine Kaplan Furniture two piece mahogany chest on chest made for the Beacon Hill collection, its
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20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Mahogany
Late 18th Cent. Georgian Two Part Mahogany Chest on Chest with Pull Out Slide
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
This superb late 18th century Georgian figured mahogany chest on chest features an intricately
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Early American Style Solid Mahogany Chest on Chest Highboy Dresser
Located in Dayton, OH
Early American style solid mahogany chest on chest highboy dresser 40"
Handmade circa late 20th
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Late 20th Century Georgian Dressers
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Mahogany
Baker Furniture Chippendale Style Mahogany Chest on Chest Dresser
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
Chippendale style mahogany chest on chest dresser by Baker Furniture Company. The chest features
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Late 20th Century North American Chippendale Dressers
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Brass
18th Century Mahogany Chest On Chest (Tallboy) Secretaire
Located in Richmond, Surrey
A very high quality 18th Century (George III) Mahogany Chest On Chest (Tallboy) with a Secretaire
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Antique 18th Century English Georgian Secretaires
Materials
Mahogany
Georgian Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Greenwich, CT
A very fine Georgian chest on chest in figured bookmatched flame mahogany having two short over
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Antique 1760s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Chippendale Mahogany Chest on Chest
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in New Orleans, LA
This monumental chest-on-chest attributed to the workshops of Thomas Chippendale displays all of
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Antique 18th Century English Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
English Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Woodbury, CT
This impressive chest on chest is literally a chest on chest with gilded bronze ormolu pulls has a
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Antique 18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Mahogany, Oak, Pine
Antique George III Mahogany Chest on Chest c.1800
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique George III line inlaid mahogany chest on chest, c.1800 in date.
It
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Custom Charak Mahogany Chest on Chest circa 1931-1932, in the Rhode Island Taste
By Charak Furniture Company
Located in Milford, NH
A fabulous custom mahogany chest on chest with a three fitted drawer over four long drawer top
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Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in New Orleans, LA
exceptional craftsmanship and design. Crafted of Cuban mahogany that has aged to a rich patina, the chest
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Antique 18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Slim Antique Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in London, GB
Antique Georgian style mahogany bow fronted chest on chest, with nice slim proportions and in
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Vintage 1930s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
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Mahogany Chest On Chest For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the mahogany chest on chest you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and metal, every mahogany chest on chest was constructed with great care. Find 307 options for an antique or vintage mahogany chest on chest now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect mahogany chest on chest — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A mahogany chest on chest made by Georgian designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one mahogany chest on chest that is appealing in its simplicity, but Maitland Smith, Baker Furniture Company and Calvin produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Mahogany Chest On Chest?
Prices for a mahogany chest on chest start at $825 and top out at $248,500 with the average selling for $5,032.
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 Mahogany Chest On Chest
- 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 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 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 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Traditionally, the point of a hope chest was to help a woman prepare for married life. Women would place textiles and household items inside, so that she had a collection of belongings to take to her husband's home when she got married. Today, people still use hope chests to store blankets, pillows and other items. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage hope chests.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The origin of the mule chest is a mystery, though several theories exist. Some of the most common are that the lower drawers of the chest were where shoes, including mules might be stored. Another thought is that it was a chest that a peddler might have used to carry along goods on his mule. Shop a collection of antique mule chests on 1stDibs.
- How do you date a cedar chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024To date a cedar chest, search the piece for a manufacturer’s mark. Then, use trusted online resources to determine who the maker is based on those markings. From there, you can use photographs, serial numbers and other identifying characteristics to get a rough idea of when the maker produced it. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer evaluate your cedar chest. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of cedar chests.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell if a chest is antique, first examine its materials and details carefully. An antique chest is one produced 100 years ago or more. This generally predates the use of engineered wood, particleboard, plastics and other synthetic materials. As a result, an antique chest usually features solid wood construction.
In addition, antique chests are likely to be handmade, so you should be able to spot subtle signs that indicate this, such as tool marks and small irregularities in any carvings. If a piece looks flawless and regular, it is unlikely to be antique. Locating a maker's mark and then researching when the manufacturer was active can also help you date your chest. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to learn more about your chest.
On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique chests. - Why is it called a Bombay chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The chest of drawers with a curvy frame is called a Bombay chest due to a misunderstanding about its name. Its proper name is "bombe" which is correctly pronounced similarly to the word "bomb." However, some people say "bom-BAY." This has led to confusion over how the name of the chest is actually spelled. Find a selection of bombe chests on 1stDibs.
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