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Antique Chest of Drawers Chiffonniere Flamed Mahogany on Oak 19th Century
Located in Poperinge, BE
Beautiful large antique chest of drawers of very high quality, chiffonnière from the first half of
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Antique Early 19th Century European Federal Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Early 19th Century mahogany bowfront chest of drawers supported on splay feet
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 19th Century mahogany bowfront chest of drawers, having two short over three long graduated
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Antique 1810s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Early 19th Century three drawer mahogany bowfront chest standing on splay feet
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 19th century mahogany bowfront chest of drawers, having two short over three long graduated
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Antique 1810s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Fine inlaid 18th Century English George III chest on chest 81.5" high
Located in Richmond, VA
chest. Well figured mahogany used throughout.
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
American, Pa. 19th Century Mahogany Miniature Two-Drawer Chest on Turned Legs
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
-drawer miniature chest dates to the mid-1800s and retains all original hardware and wooden pulls.
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Sheraton Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Maitland Smith William
Mary Mahogany Highboy Tall Chest of Drawers on Stand
By Maitland Smith
Located in Dayton, OH
Iconic Maitland Smith William & Mary Style Highboy. Mahogany with herring-bone crossbanding, two
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Late 20th Century William and Mary Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
English Antique Flame Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality Edwardian flame mahogany serpentine chest on chest. Having an
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Early 20th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
English Antique Flame Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
It is a good quality Edwardian flame mahogany serpentine chest on chest. Having an arrangement of
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Early 20th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
George III period Oak Chest on Stand
Located in Montreal, QC
George III period, beautifully patinated oak chest on stand, the drawer fronts inlaid with mahogany
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak, Mahogany, Walnut, Boxwood
Irish Tall Boy Chippendale Chest on Stand
Located in Woodbury, CT
Rare and impressive Irish tall chest on stand with ornate Chippendale relief carving to frieze
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Antique 19th Century Irish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Frank Lloyd Wright for Henredon Chest on Stand
By Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Dallas, TX
A rare mahogany chest of drawers on stand designed by Frank Lloyd Wright for Henredon.
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Vintage 1950s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
LATE 19TH CENTURY CHIPPENDALE STYLE CHEST ON STAND
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
LATE 19TH CENTURY CHIPPENDALE STYLE CHEST ON STAND FEATURING 5 DRAWERS
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Mid 19th Century Military Campaign Cabinet on Chest
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A mid-19th century, early Victorian period two-part mahogany military cabinet on chest, featuring a
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Antique Mid-19th Century British British Colonial Commodes and Chests of...
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century and Later Continental Marquetry Chest on Stand
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century and later continental Marquetry chest on stand
Stunning early 19th century
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Antique Late 18th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of English Leather Tufted Benches/Chests on Paw Feet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of 19th Century English mahogany leather tufted benches/chests standing on carved paw feet
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Antique 19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
George III Mahogany Campaign Chest in Two Parts
Rare Small Size on Turned Feet
Located in Nantucket, MA
Early 19th century English five drawer mahogany campaign chest of unusual small size. Made in two
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Antique Early 19th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Late 19th Century Five Drawer Federal Chest on Turned Feet
Located in Savannah, GA
Late 19th century five drawer federal chest on turned feet with decorative pilasters consisting of
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Antique 19th Century American Federal Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
BRITISH CAMPAIGN CHEST
Located in New York, NY
Large 19th Century British mahogany campaign chest-on-chest raised on carved wood bun feet
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
$9,750
19th Century English Bachelors Chest Having Four Drawers Raised on Bracket Feet
Located in Savannah, GA
19th century English bachelors chest having four drawers raised on bracket feet.
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique English Campaign Chest, circa 1850
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Antique English brass-bound mahogany campaign chest on chest with bureau. In exceptional condition
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Paul McCobb Vitrolite Glass Tops Chests on Brass Legs and Stretchers
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of two floating bi-fold doors chest dressers credenzas cabinets designed by Paul McCobb for
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
c.1850 Egyptian Revival Chest of Drawers
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Antique Egyptian Revival mahogany dresser with Egyptian motif decoration, including pharaoh
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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
c.1850 Egyptian Revival Chest of Drawers
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Antique Egyptian Revival mahogany dresser with Egyptian motif decoration, including pharaonic term
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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
William IV Mahogany Sarcophagus Cellarette on Front Lion Paw Feet
Located in London, GB
A superb English antique Regency William IV mahogany sarcophagus shaped cellarette set on two lion
Category
Antique 1830s European William IV Blanket Chests
Materials
Mahogany
A Good George II Mahogany Coffer on Stand
Located in London, GB
with exceptional timber having a hinged lid above two frieze drawers on squared chamfered legs. English, c. 1740
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier British George II Blanket Chests
French Louis XVI Style Ebonized Commode, Dresser or Chest of Drawers
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Antique French Louis XVI commode, or if prefer, dresser or even chest of drawers if you are English
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Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Neoclassic Mahogany Commode on Sabre Legs
Located in New York, NY
Antique neoclassic mahogany two-drawer commode on sabre legs.
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Antique 19th Century German Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Chests or Dressers Brass Ring Pulls
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Hudson, NY
A very glamorous pair of three-drawer chests by Widdicomb and designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings in
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Commode in Mahogany with Asian Motif on Front by Renzo Rutili
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Large commode in mahogany with Asian motif on front and center case in Chinese red lacquer designed
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Vintage 1960s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
c.1880 English Mahogany Bank of Drawers
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Awesome antique English mahogany narrow chest with four hand-dovetailed graduated drawers. This
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Mahogany High Chest on Chest
Located in Annville, PA
A vintage Mahogany High Chest on Chest which will be the focal point of any room in which it is
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Vintage 1930s American Chippendale Dressers
Materials
Mahogany
Original French Louis XVI Mahogany 3 Drawer Commode
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
What a fabulous original eighteenth century French Louis XVI 3 drawer commode. All of us here at Old Plank love this exquisite commode in extremely untouched original condition. It h...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Original French Louis XVI Mahogany 3 Drawer Commode
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
What a fabulous original eighteenth century French Louis XVI 3 drawer commode. All of us here at Old Plank love this exquisite commode in extremely untouched original condition. It h...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Fully Restored French Empire Mahogany Commode with Lion Paw Feet
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Restored antique French Empire (1804-1815), or Restoration (1815-1830) commode. Made from mahogany
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Antique 1840s French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique French Lion Paw Footed Mahogany Empire Style Commode, Restored
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Antique Lion Paw footed French Empire style commode. Our old plank workshop completed a thorough restoration of this antique French commode from the interior to the exterior, while l...
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Antique 1860s French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique French Empire Mahogany Commode with Lion Paw Feet, Marble Top, Restored
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
rebuilt the drawers and the entire frame, but restrained from refinishing the mahogany. We of course
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Antique 1860s French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Spectacular Antique French Flame Mahogany L. Philippe Commode
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Extraordinary antique French book-matched crotch mahogany Louis Philippe 4 drawer commode retaining
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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Restored Midcentury Mahogany Lowboy Dresser with Rattan Pulls
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored Postwar mahogany lowboy dresser with large full-length rattan pulls along each drawer and
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Vintage 1940s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rattan
Mahogany Campaign Chest on Chest, as a Cabinet
Located in Huntington, NY
Mahogany Campaign Chest on Chest, as a Cabinet
Originally designed as a chest of drawers.
This
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cabinets
Materials
Brass
Antique Empire or Restoration Commode with Lion Paw Feet, Completely Restored
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
department completely rebuilt the drawers and the entire frame, but restrained from refinishing the mahogany
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Antique 1880s French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Opulent Pair of Vintage French Style.Marble Top Commodes
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
This special pair of commodes are amazing. Marble tops add a formal touch while providing a nice contrast to the exquisite characters of the base with their painted scenes and ormolu...
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Vintage 1950s Romanian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
French Louis XVI Style Commode or Dresser with an Ebonized Finish, circa 1800s
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
French Louis XVI style commode or dresser, restored with an old world ebonized finish applied. Our Old Plank finishing department, hand sanded and completely removed the old finish f...
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Antique 1870s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Flame Mahogany Cabinet on Chest
Located in London, GB
This antique cupboard on chest has some stunning flame mahogany veneers giving it a very striking
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Vintage 1920s English Victorian Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Antique French Louis XVI Style Ebonized Commode with Calcutta Oro Marble
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Antique French Louis XVI style commode, that our in-house Old Plank restoration department hand stripped, using no dangerous chemicals and then applied an old-world ebonized finish. ...
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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique French Commode or Dresser from the Restoration Period
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
Our antique French Commode or Dresser, was constructed during the Bourbon Restoration period of French history, following the demise of Napoleon in 1814, until the July Revolution of...
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Antique 1820s French Restauration Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century Mahogany Secretaire on Chest
Located in Conwy, GB
Three long drawers below the deeper secretaire drawer with one long and two short drawers above, flush brass handles.
Excellent original condition.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Mahogany
Harden Furniture Georgian Solid Mahogany Triple Chest-On-Chest Highboy Dresser
By Harden Furniture 1
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Georgian or Chippendale style triple chest-on-chest seven-drawer highboy dresser
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Late 20th Century American Georgian Dressers
Materials
Brass
Maitland Smith Flame Mahogany and Leather Chest on Chest Highboy Dresser
By Maitland Smith
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional chest on chest highboy dresser by Maitland Smith. The dresser features stunning
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Late 20th Century Philippine British Colonial Dressers
Materials
Brass
Maitland Smith Flame Mahogany and Leather Chest on Chest Highboy Dresser
By Maitland Smith
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional chest on chest highboy dresser by Maitland Smith. The dresser features stunning
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Late 20th Century Philippine British Colonial Dressers
Materials
Brass
Vintage Drexel Chest on Chest
Located in Annville, PA
From Niagara Furniture a Vintage Drexel Chest on Chest, a high quality piece of furniture from top
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Vintage 1980s North American Renaissance Dressers
Materials
Mahogany
Beacon Hill Mahogany Federal Style 10 Drawer Highboy Chest on Chest Dresser
By Beacon Hill
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beacon Hill Mahogany Federal Style 10 Drawer Highboy Chest on Chest Dresser. Item features 2 part
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Early 20th Century Federal Dressers
Materials
Mahogany
Vtg Chinese Chippendale Flame Mahogany Bowed Front Tall Chest on Chest Dresser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chinese Chippendale flame mahogany bowed front tall chest on chest dresser. Item features a
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Dressers
Materials
Mirror, Mahogany
18th Century George III Mahogany Secretaire Chest on Chest, circa 1770-1780
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
18th century George III Mahogany Secretaire chest on chest, circa 1770-1780. England
The moulded
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Antique 18th Century English Chippendale Secretaires
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century English Mahogany Georgian Chest on Chest with Splay Feet
Located in Atlanta, GA
English mahogany Georgian chest on chest with splay feet, 19th century
Category
Antique 19th Century English Wardrobes and Armoires
Hepplewhite Mahogany Bookcase-on-Chest of Elegant Proportions
Located in San Francisco, CA
An elegantly proportioned English mahogany Hepplewhite period bookcase-on-chest of shallow
Category
Antique Early 1800s English Hepplewhite Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
Antique English Flame Mahogany Georgian Walnut Chest on Chest with Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Antique George III walnut Chest on Chest. The chest is 2 pieces. The top piece has 5 dovetail
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Antique Late 19th Century English George III Dressers
Materials
Walnut
19th Century mahogany serpentine bookcase on chest circa 1890
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th Century mahogany serpentine bookcase on chest circa 1890
Category
Antique 19th Century British Bookcases
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 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 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 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.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- What is a waterfall cedar chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The term Waterfall Cedar Chest refers to a specific shape of cedar chest where the lid extends down the side a bit as though it’s flowing off the top. It’s not like modern waterfall countertops where the top extends to the floor, instead it reaches a few inches down from the top. Shop a collection of cedar chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 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. - 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.
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Chippendale Tall Chest
Drawers Lions Feet
Hepplewhite Cherry
Antique French Cabinet Pulls
Georgian Chest On Stand
Chippendale Block Front Chest
Dixie Chest
Dixie Furniture Chest Of Drawers
Hepplewhite Mahogany Bow Front Chest Of Drawers
Queen Anne Mahogany Chest
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