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PAIR OF VINTAGE MILITARY CAMPAiGN YEW WOOD CHEST OF DRAWERS END TABLES
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London
We are delighted to offer for sale this Pair of Vintage Military Campaign Yew
Category
20th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Yew
PAiR OF CASTLE HOWARD ANTIQUE 1840 HARDWOOD TALLBOY CHEST OF DRAWERS CUPBOARDS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this sublime pair of late
Category
Antique 1840s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
Important pair of 18th-century chest of drawers veneered in walnut burl
Located in Cesena, FC
Important pair of 18th-century chest of drawers veneered in walnut burl and flamed walnut, with a
Category
Antique 1730s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nutwood
Pair of American Modern Parchment Three-Drawer Chests, Gilbert Rohde
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American Modern Parchment Three-Drawer Chests, Gilbert Rohde
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Parchment Paper
Pair Victorian Mahogany Multi Drawer Chests
Located in Dereham, GB
Pair Victorian Mahogany Multi Drawer Pedestal Chests
Tops with 3 quarter Gallery
One Chest With 8
Category
Antique 1870s British Late Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
$1,862 / set
Pair of Mid-Century style Grey Night Stands or Chest of Drawers
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of Mid Century style night stands or Commodes with gray glass and brass frame and legs.
Each
Category
2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Art Glass
PAIR OF RESTORED FRENCH POLISHED FLAMED HARDWOOD SIDE TABLE CHEST OF DRAWERs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
pair of fully restored, traditionally French Polished side table sized chests of drawers in Flamed
Category
20th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of French Mid-20th Century Burl Wood Serpentine Side Chests
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French pair of raised three-drawer side chests from the mid-20th century. These antique commodes
Category
Mid-20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Burl
Pair of / Biedermeier-Style Fruitwood 3-Drawer Chests, style of Josef Danhauser
By Josef Danhauser
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Art Deco / Biedermeier-Style fruitwood chest with demilune back rails and scroll carved
Category
20th Century Unknown Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Ebony, Fruitwood
EXQUISITE PAIR OF ViNTAGE FLAMED HARDWOOD CHEST OF DRAWERS PART OF A SUITE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
pair of vintage circa 1920-1940 flamed mahogany chests of drawers which sit in a two over four
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of Gustavian-style chests of drawers in Antique White with a Touch of Gray
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant pair of Gustavian-style chests of drawers exemplifies the refined restraint and
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century
Pine wood
perfectly preserved
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Italian Pair of Raised Two-Drawer Chests w/Grey Marble Tops
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian pair of raised two-drawer chest of drawers, with marble tops, from the later part of the
Category
20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Georgian Design Pair of Antique Bedside Chest of Drawers
Brass Batwing Handles
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Elegant Pair of Matching English Antique Four Drawer Bedside Chests with Batwing Brass Handles on
Category
20th Century British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$3,943 Sale Price / set
20% Off
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Widdicomb Pair of Bedside Tables / Chests
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Bradenton, FL
Stunning pair of mid-century three-drawer bedside tables / chests in walnut by T.H. Robsjohn
Category
20th Century American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century
Pine wood
perfectly preserved
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century
Pine wood
perfectly preserved
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century
Pine wood
perfectly preserved
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century
Pine wood
perfectly preserved
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century
Pine wood
perfectly preserved
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of model-sized chest with three drawers, 19th C.
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Pair of model-sized chest with three drawers, Swedish and richly carved, 19th Century.
Category
Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Pair of Pinewood Chests - Antique Commodes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 19th Century, antique pair of light-grey Swedish Gustavian chests made of hand crafted painted
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century
Pine wood
perfectly preserved
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of rare Mickey Mouse Chest of Drawers from Starform, France, 1988
By Pierre Colleu 1, Starform
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Pair of rare Mickey Mouse bedside cabinets designed by Pierre Colleu.
Made of laminated wood
Category
Vintage 1980s Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Pair of American Modern Rosewood Three-Drawer Chests, Gilbert Rohde
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American Modern Rosewood Three-Drawer Chests, Gilbert Rohde.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
19th Century French Pair of Antique Provencal Pine Provincial Commodes, Chests
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique French pair of Provencal chests of drawers or commodes made of hand crafted Pinewood
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests ...
Materials
Metal
Vintage Boho Industrial Chests - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Inject raw character and functional design into your space with this impressive pair of vintage
Category
Late 20th Century American Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
$3,450 / set
Pair French Louis Bedside Lamp Chests
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A very nice pair of French cream painted Louis XIV bedside lamp chests of drawers, with ormolu
Category
20th Century Louis XIV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Paint
Pair of 1960s Chests with Aqua Handles in Original Vintage Condition
Located in West Palm Beach, US
Title:
Pair of 1960s Chests with Aqua Handles in Original Vintage Condition
Description:
Pair of
Category
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Fine Pair of 18th Century Venetian Rococo Bombe Bedside Chests of Drawers
Located in Richmond, VA
Fine pair of 18th century Venetian Rococo bombe bedside chests of drawers. Serpentine form
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Niels Clausen Pair of Wide Rosewood Bedside Chests, circa 1960
By Niels Clausen
Located in London, England
Niels Clausen Wide Bedside Chests, c1960s
Wide Rosewood cabinets by Niels Clausen for his own
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of Mid-Century Black Lacquer and Lucite Small Chests of Drawers
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Mid-Century chest of drawers with a black lacquer finish, raised decorative lucite drawer
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lucite, Wood, Glass
PAIR OF LARGE ITALIAN HARDWWOOD
WALNUT MARBLE TOPPED TALLBOY CHESTS OF DRAWERs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this sublime pair of
Category
20th Century Italian Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Chests Manufactured by Kittinger, 1940s
By Kittinger
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Pair of Mid-Century Modern Chests with Greek Key motive.
Manufactured by Kittinger, The Mandarin
Category
Vintage 1940s Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Pair Commode Grey White Bedroom
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850 antique Swedish Gustavian Grey White painted chest of drawers commode in Gustavian style
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
$5,335 Sale Price / set
35% Off
PAIR OF VINTAGE MiLITARY CAMPAIGN TALLBOY CHESTS OF DRAWERS GREEN LEATHER TRAYS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this sublime pair of
Category
20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of neoclassical Italian chests of drawers in inlaid wood, XVIII century
Located in Vicenza, IT
This exceptional pair of Italian neoclassical 18th century dressers in wood richly inlaid on the
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Marble, Bronze
James Mont for Widdicomb Black Chests of Drawers, a Pair
By John Widdicomb, James Mont
Located in Hudson, NY
Two sultry ebonized chests by James Mont for John Widdicomb. Two over three drawers open with
Category
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Italian 18th Century Louis XV St. Italian Chests
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A very elegant and high quality pair of Italian 18th century Louis XV period walnut and kingwood
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Kingwood, Walnut
Pair of Modern Linen Chest, Nightstands, Dressers, Walnut, Custom American
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of modern linen chest, nightstands, dressers, walnut, custom American.
Custom quality pair of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Linen
Pair of Paul McCobb Three-Drawer Planner Group Chest of Drawer Dressers
By Paul McCobb
Located in Dallas, TX
These matching pair of solid maple three-drawer chests designed by Paul McCobb as part of his
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Very Fine 19th Century Pair of Large Marble Top Chests
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine 19th Century pair of marble top kingwood chests of grand proportions, fabulously hand
Category
Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Pair of Elegant James Mont Cerused Custom Cabinet /Nightstand Chests
By James Mont
Located in Westport, CT
Pair of oak cerused James Mont petite three-drawer chest / nightstand cabinets with original bronze
Category
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Metal
Pair of Black Lacquer Mahogany Mid-Century Modern Bachelor Chests
By George Nelson, John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern black lacquer mahogany bachelor chests dresser by John Stuart.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Danish Painted Chests of Drawers in Grey, circa Late 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A handsome pair of Danish chests of drawers in beautifully patinated grey paint, crafted in the
Category
Antique 19th Century Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Smaller Pair of Sleek 19th Century Biedermeier Bedside Chests/End Tables
Located in Westport, CT
Lovely pair of small two drawer chests in cherry wood veneer on pine with ebonized inlaid rhombus
Category
Antique 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
Pair of Mahogany Military Campaign Chests on Stands or Tables
Located in Dallas, TX
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of modern military campaign chests mounted on
Category
Vintage 1970s Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Henredon French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Chests of Drawers, Pair
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style dressers, chests of drawers, or bedside chests
Category
Vintage 1960s American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Modern Commode Chests in High Gloss Lacquer Finish
Located in North York, ON
creates a timeless look. The chest is finished with a rich dark espresso stain and black lacquer accents
Category
2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
PAIR OF ANTiQUE ESTATE MADE BOW FRONTED 168.5CM WALNUT TALLBOY CHEST OF DRAWERS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this sublime pair of
Category
Antique 19th Century English Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Donald Deskey Streamlined Art Deco Chests, USA, Circa 1930s
By Donald Deskey
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Donald Deskey Streamlined Art Deco Chests, USA, Circa 1930s
A striking matched pair of Art
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Teak Chests with Marble Tops
Located in New York, NY
Pair of structural Mid-Century Modern chest of drawers/nightstands with ebonized frame and grey
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Pair of German Neo-Classical Hand Painted Bed Side Chests
Located in Dallas, TX
Nice pair of German Neo-Classical hand painted blue and white bedside tables. These are very unique
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of...
Materials
Wood
Elegant Silver Leafed Chests - Pair Available
By Samuel Marx
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Silver Leafed Chests, American, circa 1940s. They are priced at $3250 each or $5800 for the
Category
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
$3,250 / item
Pair of Black Lacquer Three Drawer Chests With Silvered Square Knobs
Located in Locust Valley, NY
This stunning pair of Art Deco-style black lacquered chest of drawers offers a sleek, modern
Category
20th Century Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer
PAIR OF MID CENTURY MODERN RENATO ZEVI CHESTS OF DRAWERs MARGARET THATCHER HOME
By Renato Zevi
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
highly collectable pair of original Mid Century Modern Renato Zevi hand made in Italy Chests of drawers
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Chrome
Pair Walnut Bedside Chests Regency Nightstands
Located in Potters Bar, GB
You are viewing an elegant pair of Regency manner bedside chests
Hand crafted from walnut with
Category
Vintage 1980s Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
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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 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 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.
- 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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Italian studio DimoreMilano mustered great ingenuity when crafting these sculptural shelves, which are built without any screws.
Ask an Interior Designer: Work-from-Home Edition
Leaping into a design project, whether it's refreshing the bedroom or redoing the whole house, can be overwhelming. Luckily, we know more than a few interior designers. You asked questions on Instagram, and now they're answering.
Collected and Eclectic, ‘Wunderkammern’ Are Back in a Big Way
Introduced nearly 500 years ago, curiosity cabinets are finding new fans among today's collectors and designers.
Meet the Incredible Woman Transforming Fallen Trees into Sleek Furniture
In the hands of New York Heartwoods cofounder Megan Offner, unwanted local trees become works of design art.
These New York Architects Love a Complicated Project
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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