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Georgian Chest on Chest Tall Boy Mahogany 1800
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing a gorgeous Georgian chest on chest
Mahogany serpentine tall boy or chest on chest
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Antique Early 1800s Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Mahogany Georgian Chest on Chest 1820 English Furniture
Located in Potters Bar, GB
A mahogany Georgian chest on chest with orignal drop handles terminating on bracket feet.
Comes in
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Antique 1820s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Georgian Mahogany Antique Tallboy or Chest on Chest
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A very good quality georgian 18th century mahogany tallboy,
or chest on chest, retaining excellent
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
English Mahogany Chest on Drawes
Located in Southampton, NY
English Mahogany Chippendal Style Chest of Drawers
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Early 19th Century Mahogany Large Proportion Chest on Chest
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century mahogany large proportion chest on chest
Excellent condition with all the
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Renzo Rutili Mahogany
White Micarta Tall Chest-On-Chest
Located in Chicago, IL
Renzo Rutili for Johnson Furniture tall two tiered gentleman's chest. Mahogany cases and drawer
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Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century George III Mahogany Bowfront Chest on Chest
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
of this handsome George III mahogany bowfront chest on chest has an arched cornice over a frieze with
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Antique 1780s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Georgian Mahogany Chest on bracket feet
Located in Long Island City, NY
Georgian Mahogany Chest on bracket feet
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Biedermeier Tallboy or Chest on Chest of Mahogany
Located in Austin, TX
A Danish tall boy (or chest-on-chest) featuring a Biedermeier-style design of flame-cut mahogany
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Antique 19th Century Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Georgian-Era Chest-on-Chest (Tallboy) of Mahogany
Located in Austin, TX
A Georgian-era chest-on-chest or tallboy of mahogany and oak construction, the canopy with a
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Regency Mahogany Bow Front Chest on Chest, England ca. 1810
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Regency Period Mahogany Bowfront Chest on Chest/Tallboy, with Lion's Head Carved Cornice and
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Biedermeier Tall Chest of Drawers/Chest on Chest in West Indies Mahogany
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A fine Biedermeier chest on chest or chiffonier in West Indies mahogany with molded pedestal top
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Antique 1830s Danish Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Queen Anne Mahogany Chest on Stand
Located in Dallas, TX
a Queen Anne mahogany chest on stand with three small drawers above three large drawers which are
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Baker Furniture Georgian Mahogany Triple Chest-On-Chest Highboy Dresser
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
chest of drawers
By Baker Furniture, "Historic Charleston Collection"
USA, Circa 1980s
Solid mahogany
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Vintage 1980s American Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Baker Furniture Georgian Mahogany Triple Chest-On-Chest Highboy Dresser
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
chest of drawers
By Baker Furniture, "Historic Charleston Collection"
USA, Circa 1980s
Solid mahogany
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Vintage 1980s American Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Impressive Mahogany Baker Historic Collection Triple Chest on Chest Commode
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Impressive large mahogany stepped triple chest on chest by Baker Historic Collection having newly
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1990s American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century George III Mahogany Bow Front Chest on Chest
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
A good quality 19th century George III mahogany bow front chest on chest. The top of the chest has
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Antique Early 19th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Mahogany
Antique George III Mahogany Bow Front Chest on Chest - Tallboy
Located in Benington, Herts
A good quality antique George III period figured mahogany bow fronted tallboy / chest on chest
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
English Chippendale Mahogany Two Part Chest on Chest circa 1780
Located in Milford, NH
A fine English Chippendale mahogany two part chest on chest, its upper case with a molded cornice
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Antique 1780s English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
English Bowfront Chest on Chest
Located in Stamford, CT
A good quality English light mahogany bowfront chest-on-chest.
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Antique 19th Century English Hepplewhite Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Georgian Style Mahogany Bowfront Chest on Chest Dresser Tallboy Sheraton
Located in Dayton, OH
Mid century bowfront chest on chest. Made of mahogany featuring Georgian and Sheraton styling with
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Mid-20th Century Sheraton Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
English George III Mahogany Gentleman
s Secretaire Chest on Chest 1790-1819
Located in San Francisco, CA
An exceptionally fine and unusual George III period boldly figured mahogany secretaire chest on
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Antique 19th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique English George III Inlaid Flame Mahogany Chippendale Chest on Chest
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Exquisite quality antique English Geo. III satinwood inlaid flame or crotch mahogany Chippendale
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Antique Late 18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Mahogany
English Georgian Chest on Chest
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
An early 19th century Georgian chest on chest, the top with two short drawers over three long, and
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Antique 1820s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Georgian Style Mahogany Chest on Bracket Feet
Located in Long Island City, NY
Georgian Style Mahogany Chest on Bracket Feet.
Circa 1850.
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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
English Oak Chest on Chest
Located in Woodbury, CT
This English quarter-sawn oak chest on chest of grand proportions features an inlaid cornice and
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Antique 19th Century British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
$10,550
Antique English George III Figured Mahogany Chippendale Style Chest on Chest
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Fine quality antique English George III figured mahogany Chippendale style chest on chest with oak
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine, Mahogany
Pair of Miniature Mahogany Chests on Stands
Located in Long Island City, NY
Pair of miniature mahogany chests on stands by Hicks of Dublin.
Stand with shell carved in
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Early 20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Late 19th Century British Campaign Officer
s Mahogany Chest on Stand
Located in Nantucket, MA
A handsome, late 19th century British Campaign mahogany officer's chest in an usual larger size
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Antique Late 19th Century Campaign Blanket Chests
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Mahogany Queen Anne Tall Chest on Chest by Copenhaver
s Furniture
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Queen Anne style tall chest on chest by Copenhaver's Furniture, Winchester, VA offers
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Early 20th Century American Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Good Quality 19th Century Mahogany Inlaid Chest On Chest
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Super Quality Inlaid Mahogany Standing On Bracket Feet, Inlaid Round The Top Freize, Cross Banded
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
George III Chest on Chest
Located in Conwy, GB
Raised on tall bracket feet with three graduated drawers above with brushing slide, three further graduated drawers and two short drawers to the upper section flanked by canted and r...
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Antique Late 18th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique English Bookmatched Geo. III Crotch Mahogany Bow-Front Chest on Chest
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Magnificent quality antique English bookmatched crotch mahogany George III bow-front chest on chest
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Chest on Chest of Drawers, English, Tall Boy, Mahogany, circa 1780
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique chest on chest of drawers, an English, late Georgian tall boy in mahogany and
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique 18th Century mahogany tallboy chest on chest of drawers
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique 18th Century mahogany tallboy chest on chest of drawers.
Lovely age, colour and patina
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Antique 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
English provincial oak chest on chest
Located in San Francisco, CA
An English oak provincial chest on chest with paneled sides, the upper case with 2 short over 3
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak, Mahogany
18th Century English Chest on Chest
Located in High Point, NC
18th century chest on chest from England. There is a dental molding surrounding the top, following
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Antique 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany, Pine
20th Century English Edwardian Mahogany Chest on Stand
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
A good quality antique mahogany chest on stand. The top having an arrangement of two short over
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Early 20th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Georgian Mahogany Three-Drawer Chest on Bracket Feet
Located in London, GB
This charming and very well-proportioned Georgian mahogany chest of drawers features three
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century English Georgian Mahogany Chest on Stand
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A late 18th century English mahogany Georgian five-drawer chest with two short over three long
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
English Small Chest of Mahogany on Bracket Feet
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English small chest of mahogany, featuring a moulded top over a frieze of four beaded
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
English Mahogany Inlaid Bow Front Chest on Chest with Brushing Slide, Circa 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
English Hepplewhite mahogany bow front chest on chest with a decorative carved molded edge
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Antique 1780s English Hepplewhite Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Fine George III period Chest-on-Chest in Mahogany, c. 1790
Located in Atlanta, GA
A George III period Chest-on-Chest in richly-figured Mahogany, fitted with both Gilt-Bronze & Brass
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Victorian Mahogany Naval Campaign Chest on Stand with Brown Engraved Handles
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Stunning antique Victorian mahogany Naval campaign chest with fully engraved handles and original
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Blanket Chests
Materials
Mahogany
Baker Furniture Georgian Inlaid Mahogany Chest on Stand
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous petite Georgian style chest on stand or storage side table
By Baker Furniture
USA
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Late 20th Century American Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Tallboy Chest on Chest of Drawers
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique 19th Century inlaid mahogany tallboy chest on chest of drawers.
This is a lovely chest
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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Thomas Chippendale George III Chest on Chest
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in New Orleans, LA
well into the 19th century. This elegant chest on chest illustrates why mahogany will forever be
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Antique 18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century chest on chest circa 1770
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
18th Century chest on chest with a brushing slide circa 1770
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
English George III Flame Mahogany Tall Chest on Chest of Drawers, circa 1780
Located in Shippensburg, PA
This excellent example of English craftsmanship is noteworthy for its’ use of crotch-grain mahogany
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Antique 1780s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
English Mahogany Two over Three Drawer Chest on Stand
Located in Savannah, GA
English Mahogany Two over Three Drawer Chest on Stand. Beautiful Carvings and Stand Ending on Ball
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century Bleached English Victorian Chest on chest
Located in Nashville, TN
ntroducing the Elegantly Bleached Mahogany English Chest on Chest – A Timeless Fusion of Classic
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Antique Mid-19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
English Early 19th Century Georgian Chest on Chest
Located in Santa Monica, CA
English early XIX Georgian chest on chest with 6 large drawers and 3 small drawers.
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Antique 1820s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Georgian 18th Century Miniature Tallboy Chest On Chest
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
An Exceptionally Rare And Untouched 18th Century, Georgian Mahogany, Miniature, Or Childs Size
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Georgian Oak Country Tallboy Chest on Chest of Drawers
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique Georgian 18th century rustic oak country tallboy chest on chest of drawers.
Attractive
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Antique 18th Century Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Dwarf Chest on Stand, English, Flame Mahogany, Victorian, Circa 1900
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique dwarf chest on stand. An English, flame mahogany chest of drawers, dating to the
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Antique Late 19th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Benchmade Chippendale Style Bonnet-Top Chest on Chest, 20th Century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
Connecticut River Valley examples of the late 18th Century, the chest on chest features bold fluted corner
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Late 20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Asian Gentleman
s Tall Chest on Chest by Heritage
By Heritage Furniture
Located in Wilmington, DE
example of Asian mid-century modern design; a Black Mahogany chest from the 1960's. Features a Chest on
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern 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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Antique Chippendale Highboy
Chinoiserie Chest On Stand
Drexel Heritage Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie
Hand Carved Cedar Chest
Hepplewhite Pulls
Three Over Six
19th Century Tall Dresser
Brass Blanket Stand