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Pair of early 19th century mahogany Biedermeier secretaire chests
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of early 19th century mahogany Biedermeier secretaire commodes circa 1830.
Rare pair of
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Danish Vintage Bedside Chests by Henning Korch
By CFC Silkeborg, Henning Korch
Located in London, GB
A stylish and exceedingly rare pair of Danish vintage bedside chests by Henning Korch. This is the
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of Antique Georgian Style Yew Wood Bedside Chests
Located in London, GB
A lovely pair of antique Georgian style yew wood bedside chests. They were made in England, they
Category
Vintage 1950s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Yew
Pair of Italian Late 19th Century Marble Top Chests
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A handsome pair of walnut veneered, 3 drawer chest of drawers with gilded metal handles and marble
Category
Early 20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
$14,000 / set
Early 19th Century Pair of Large Biedermeier Chests of Drawers, Italy
Located in New York, NY
Impressive pair of large Biedermeier chests of drawers, each with three drawers and chamfered
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Arts
Crafts oak and travertine chest of drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hard to find pair of Arts & Crafts oak and travertine chest of drawers
Category
Early 20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Travertine, Brass
Pair of Mahogany Bow Front Chests by Century Furniture
By Century Furniture
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of mahogany bow front 3-drawer chests by Century Furniture. The chests feature banded
Category
20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Pair of Vintage Italian Carved Walnut Bedside Chest of Drawers
Located in Forney, TX
A handsome pair of Italian bedside chests, born in the mid 20th century, in a distressed rustic
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair Of Baker Mid-Century Bleached Four Drawer Chests
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Bradenton, FL
Beautiful pair of Baker Company mid-century modern bleached mahogany four drawer chests with brass
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Art Deco Satinwood and Walnut Bedside Chests
Located in London, GB
A sleek and stylish pair of Art Deco satinwood and walnut bedside chests. They were made in England
Category
Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Satinwood, Walnut
Top Quality Pair French Bedside Lamp Chests of Drawers
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A very good pair of French marquetry three drawer bedside lamp chest of drawers, with ormolu mounts
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Tulipwood
Early 20th Century Neat Size Pair of Bedside Chests
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine pair of early 20th Century richly patinated mahogany and kingwood bedside chests of
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Early 20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mastercraft Pair of Mid Century Brass Chests on Stands
By Mastercraft
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chic pair of vintage two drawer chests on stands having a stylized modern campaign form and drawer
Category
Mid-20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century Large Pair of Five Drawer Bedside Chests
Located in Dublin, IE
A gorgeous pair of 19th Century mahogany bedside chests of large proportions, finely hand carved
Category
Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group Chest of Drawers Dresser
By Paul McCobb
Located in Berlin, DE
Nice aluminum ring pull version in solid maple on this matching pair of Paul McCobb drawer for
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
$4,760 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Pair Pierre Cardin Tall Wardrobe Chests of Drawers
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Hanover, MA
We have a pair of Pierre Cardin tall wardrobe dresser cabinets with double doors which open to
Category
Vintage 1970s American Space Age Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
$4,900 / item
A fine pair of George 11 burled walnut chests
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine pair of 18th century English burled walnut George 11 period chests
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English George II Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Leather Wrapped Chests in a Custom Finish
By Kreiss
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A masculine, pair of leather-wrapped statement chests, with a chic Parisian flair. Clean lined
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
$24,000 / set
Stunning Pair Of Brass Bound Campaign Style Chest Of Three Drawers
Located in Crawley, GB
We delight to offer you this stunning pair of brass bound campaign style camphor-wood bedside
Category
Mid-20th Century British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Bernhardt Flair Rosewood Walnut
Chrome Chests/ NightStands
By Flair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Bernhardt Flair Rosewood Walnut and Chrome Chests/NightStands
USA, circa 1970s
A rare find
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Chrome
$4,696 Sale Price / set
32% Off
Tall Pair of Antique Nightstands, English, Chest of Drawers, Bedside, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique nightstands. An English, mahogany bank of drawers or bedside pedestals
Category
Antique 1860s British Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Swedish Gustavian Style Chests with Greek Key Design
Located in Dallas, TX
This product is a pair of Swedish Gustavian style chests with a Greek key design. These chests are
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of D...
Materials
Wood
Pair of Continental Louis XVI Black Lacquered Chests with Bronze
Located in Dallas, TX
This product is a charming pair of Continental Louis XVI black lacquered chests with bronze accents
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of D...
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Boho Italian Burl Wood Chest of Drawers - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Boho Italian Burl Wood Chest of Drawers – A pair of stunning, handcrafted pieces with rich
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Burl
Sleek Pair of Mirrored Vintage Chests with Gold + Clean Lines
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of modern style mirrored chests or bedside tables. This vintage pair of American three
Category
20th Century American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Mirror
Pair of Walnut and Brass Ring 4-Drawer Chest
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century walnut chests with four drawers with two brass ring drawer pulls each.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Antique French Louis XV Style Lingerie Chests
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Refined pair of 19th century French lingerie chests with marble tops on seven drawer cases crafted
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Charming Pair of Hand-Painted Side Chests with Hidden Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French-style raised side chests with decoratively painted wood finish and shapely bodies
Category
20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Striking Pair of Vintage Henredon Campaign Chests in Black Lacquer
By Henredon
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful restored pair of black lacquer Campaign style bachelor chests by Henredon, circa 1975
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Bleached 5 Drawers Bachelor Chests by Baker
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern bleached bachelor chests by Baker.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
$12,500 / set
Breathtaking Pair of Vintage Chests by William Doezema for Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in Atlanta, GA
An incredible pair of commodes by William Doezema for his boutique Mastercraft Furniture, Grand
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Vintage Italian Neo-Classical Hand Painted Chests
Located in Dallas, TX
Lovely pair of vintage Italian neo-classical hand painted chests. Featuring a beautiful pale blue
Category
Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of 20th Century Wood English Naval Style Chest of Drawers, 1960
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Pair of 20th-century English chests of drawers. Naval-style furniture carved from exotic walnut
Category
Vintage 1960s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of Northern Italian Mid-18th Century Walnut Chests
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An elegant pair of Northern Italian mid 18th century walnut chests. The pair are raised by circular
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Boho Chevron Pencil Reed Chest of Drawers - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This striking pair of vintage chests embodies the glamorous, textural quality of 1970s Tropical
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Rattan, Reed
Lovely Quality Pair of 19th Century Inlaid Bedside Chests
Located in Dublin, IE
A lovely quality pair of 19th century walnut inlaid bedside chests. The moulded top raised over
Category
Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Italian 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Chests
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mahogany, Maplewood, Olivewood ebonized Fruitwood and ormolu chests. The his and hers pair of three drawer
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ormolu
Pair of Swedish Gustavian-Style Painted Chests of Drawers, Early 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A charming pair of Swedish Gustavian-style painted chests of drawers, dating to the early 20th
Category
20th Century Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Pair of White Lacquer Chests with Lucite Hardware by Anthropologie
Located in Atlanta, GA
Glamorous Pair of White Lacquer Chests with Lucite Hardware, made by Anthropologie, circa 2000s
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Ch...
Materials
Brass
Pair of 1940s Chests of Drawers with Silver Plated Scroll Hardware
Located in St. Louis, MO
Matching pair of four drawer chests with silver plated scroll hadware. Chests with rounded corners
Category
Vintage 1940s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ash
$2,900 Sale Price
23% Off
Pair of Robsjohn-Gibbings Bachelor Four Drawer Chests Dressers
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut bachelor chests by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Rosewood and Mahogany Chests by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Pair of tailored chests designed by Harvey Probber, having rosewood drawer fronts, tops and sides
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany, Rosewood
Pair Habersham Biltmore Fruitwood Serpentine Bachelor Chests of Drawers Island
By Habersham
Located in Germantown, MD
Bachelor's Chests of Drawers. Previous and original owner use the pair as a kitchen Island for a while and it
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Commodes and Chests of D...
Materials
Fruitwood
Pair of Crackle Finish Three-Drawer Chests by Grandwood Furniture
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This pair of crackle finish three-drawer chests by Grandwood Furniture offers a distinctive blend
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of Walnut Tall Chest Dressers Mid-Century Modern
By Jack Cartwright, Founders Furniture Company
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely pair of matching tall dresser chests by Jack Cartwright for Founders, circa 1957. The top
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Pair Victorian Style Chinoiserie Black Lacquered Dressers / Chests of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Pair Victorian Style Chinoiserie Black Lacquered Dressers / Chests of Drawers
Category
20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
COOL PAIR OF ViNTAGE AVIATOR HAND HAMMERED CHEST OF DRAWERS INDUSTRIAL STYLE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of
Category
20th Century English Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of English George II Style Red Japanned Chests
Located in San Francisco, CA
Each beautifully decorated chest with concave top with canted corners above a conforming body
Category
Antique Late 19th Century English George II Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$15,345 Sale Price / set
44% Off
20th Century Pair of Marquetry Inlaid Marble Top Bedside Chests
Located in Dublin, IE
inlaid marble top bedside chests of exceptional quality. This stunning pair are finely carved, quarter
Category
20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
18th Century Mahogany Georgian Chest with a Slide
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
for sale.
Should somebody be looking for an antique pair of chests of drawers, or two similar for
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Antique Scottish Late Victorian Mahogany Collector’s Chests
Located in Glasgow, GB
A good quality pair of late 19th century solid mahogany collector’s or specimen chests with trade
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair Of Mid-Century Teak Chests By Giuseppe Brusadelli, 1960
Located in Westport, CT
A Modernist pair of matte walnut finished teak chests comprised each of four drawers supported by
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Pair of Italian Venetian Style Painted Pine Commodes or Chests
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand pair of Italian commodes or chest of drawers featuring a Venetian style painted finish. The
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Pair of 1940
s Kittinger Mandarin Greek Key Chests
By Kittinger
Located in Hanover, MA
Fabulous over-sized chest of drawers/dresser by Kittinger from their earliest Mandarin collection
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$5,900 / item
Pair of Small Rosewood Jewelry Chests by Henning Koch
By Henning Korch, CFC Silkeborg
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Henning Koch
Manufacturer: Silkeborg Møbelfabrik
Era: 1960s
Materials: Rosewood
Measurements: 17.75″ wide x 12″ deep x 23.75″ tall
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of 1970s Chrome Accent John Stuart Hickory Bachelors Chests
By George Nelson, John Stuart Inc.
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Masterfully crafted and preserved vintage 1970s bachelors chests by John Stuart Inc.. We were
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome
$3,297 Sale Price / set
45% Off
Pair of Mid Century Swedish Carved and Painted Gustavian Chests
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the charm of classic Swedish design with this pair of mid-century Gustavian chests. Each
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
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Pairs Of Chests For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of pairs of chests is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct pairs of chests — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. We have 4220 antique and vintage pairs of chests in-stock, while there are 65 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of pairs of chests available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Pairs of chests made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Louis XV — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many pairs of chests are appealing in their simplicity, but Baker Furniture Company, Edward Wormley and George Nelson produced popular pairs of chests that are worth a look.
How Much are Pairs Of Chests?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $5,801, while they’re typically $10 on the low end and $989,645 highest priced.
Finding the Right Commodes-chests-of-drawers for You
Shopping for a commode or a chest of drawers?
Commode is the French term for a low chest of drawers, but it is also sometimes used to denote any case piece with a particularly intricate design. The commode dates to circa 1700 France, where it was used as an alternative to a taller cabinet piece so as to not obscure paneled, mirrored or tapestried walls. Coffers, or chests, which were large wooden boxes with hinged lids and sometimes stood on ball feet, preceded chests of drawers, a fashionable cabinet furnishing that garnered acclaim for its obvious storage potential and versatility. The term commode was also used to refer to a piece of bedroom furniture — a washstand or nightstand that contained a chamber pot.
As time passed, French and British furniture makers led the way in the production of chests of drawers, and features like the integration of bronze and ornamental pulls became commonplace. Antique French commodes in the Louis XV style were sometimes crafted in mahogany or walnut, while an Italian marble top added a sophisticated decorative flourish. This specific type of case piece grew in popularity in the years that followed.
So, what makes a chest of drawers different from a common dresser? Dressers are short, and chests of drawers are overall taller pieces of furniture that typically do not have room on the top for a mirror as most dressers do. Tallboys and highboys are variations of the dresser form. Some chests of drawers have one column of four to six long drawers or three long drawers in their bottom section that are topped by a cluster of small side-by-side drawers on the top. To further complicate things, we sometimes refer to particularly short chests of drawers as nightstands.
Even though chests of drawers are commonly thought of as bedroom furniture to store clothing, these are adaptable pieces. A chest of drawers can house important documents — think of your walnut Art Deco commode as an upgrade to your filing cabinet. Nestle your chest near your home’s front door to store coats and other outerwear, while the top can be a place to drop your handbag. Add some flair to your kitchen, where this lovable case piece can hold pots, pans and even cookbooks.
When shopping for the right chest of drawers for your home, there are a few key things to consider: What will you be storing in it? How big a chest will you need?
Speaking of size, don’t dream too big. If your space is on the smaller side, a more streamlined vintage mid-century modern chest of drawers, perhaps one designed by Paul McCobb or T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, may best suit your needs.
At 1stDibs, we make it easy to add style and storage to your home. Browse our collection of antique and vintage commodes and chests of drawers today.
Questions About Pairs Of Chests
- 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 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 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 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.
- 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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Introduced nearly 500 years ago, curiosity cabinets are finding new fans among today's collectors and designers.
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In the hands of New York Heartwoods cofounder Megan Offner, unwanted local trees become works of design art.
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From Brooklyn townhouses to Maine campgrounds, Trattie Davies and Jonathan Toews relish a challenge, like transforming a former warehouse space into the new 1stdibs Gallery.
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