Pennsylvania Chests Of Drawers
1940s Pennsylvania House Chest of Drawers
By Pennsylvania House
Located in Germantown, MD
Vintage distressed Pennsylvania House chest of drawers. Few signs of age.
Measurements: 25 W x 14
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Solid Pennsylvania Cherry Diminutive Bachelors Chest
By Pennsylvania House
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Solid Pennsylvanian cherry diminutive bachelors chest with brass handles. The warm dark reddish
Category
Vintage 1970s American American Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pennsylvania House Chippendale Cherry Chest on Chest Bonnet Top Dresser
By Pennsylvania House
Located in Germantown, MD
A rare Pennsylvania House Chippendale Chest on Chest with Bonnet Top chest of drawers in excellent
Category
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$2,995
H 78.28 in W 36.75 in D 18.75 in
Walnut Chippendale Chest, Pennsylvania, 18th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
A Chippendale walnut chest of drawers, Philadelphia, 1765-1780.
Rectangular top above a
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Antique Late 18th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Walnut
RARE Pennsylvania High Chest, Circa 1800
Located in High Point, NC
RARE and EXQUISITE Pennsylvania high chest made from cherry with holly inlay. The top is
Category
Antique Early 19th Century American Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry, Holly
Solid Pennsylvania Cherry Diminutive Bachelors Chest
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Pennsylvania House Furniture maker with four graduated drawers and beautifully finished back.
Category
Vintage 1960s American American Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
Chest of Drawers by Pennsylvania House
By Pennsylvania House
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Charming dresser crafted in rich walnut, showcasing a streamlined form and warm natural grain. Compact yet functional, it offers versatile storage and a refined presence, making it a...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Oak Bedside Chest of Drawers Nightstand
By Pennsylvania House
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid-century Pennsylvania house oak bedside chest of drawers nightstand featuring three drawers with
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Materials
Brass
19th Century Pennsylvania Folky Sheraton Cherry Chest of Drawers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique wooden chest of drawers.
With a terrific old finish.
In cherry wood with a polar
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century North American Folk Art Painted Furniture
Materials
Wood, Cherry
Chippendale Style Highboy Dresser by Pennsylvania Furniture Co., York PA
Located in Seattle, WA
Pennsylvania.This stately chest of drawers features a classic serpentine front with five dovetailed drawers, each
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
$4,995
H 43.25 in W 38 in D 20.25 in
Pennsylvania Child
s High Chest
Located in West Chester, PA
Delightful child's sized Pennsylvania high chest in red paint. Three over two over four drawer
Category
Antique Late 18th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Poplar
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PENNSYLVANIA HOUSE Cherry Chippendale Chairside Chest
By Pennsylvania House
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Chippendale style chairside chest by Pennsylvania House. Solid cherry wood, brass hardware, brass
Category
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Federal Pennsylvania Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A nicely proportioned ca. 1800 American chest with four graduated drawers, the whole resting on
Category
Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
A Pennsylvania Chippendale Walnut Tall Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
With fluted quarter columns, five short and five long drawers.
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Chester County, Pennsylvania Queen Anne Walnut Chest Raised Paneled Sides
Located in Allentown, PA
Chester County, Pennsylvania Queen Anne walnut chest raised paneled sides.
Category
Antique 1760s American Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pennsylvania House Natural Maple Three-Drawer Bachelor Chest
By Pennsylvania House
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful three-drawer bachelor chest by Pennsylvania House. The dresser features gorgeous
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Primitive Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple
Pennsylvania Chippendale Walnut Tall Chest of Drawers
Located in Milford, NH
Pennsylvania Chippendale walnut tall chest of drawers. This chest features 3 over 5 drawers
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
2 Pennsylvania House New Louie P
s Chests Dutch Bombe Commode Dresser Nightstand
By Pennsylvania House
Located in Dayton, OH
graceful lines and modern sensibility. Features three dovetailed drawers, a lower cedar drawer and upper
Category
Late 20th Century Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
H 34.5 in W 39 in D 20.5 in
American Chippendale Cherrywood Tall Chest of Drawers, Pennsylvania
Located in Shippensburg, PA
Remaining in excellent original condition, this fine tall chest of drawers shows the transition of
Category
Antique 1790s American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
American Federal Inlaid Chest of Drawers
Located in Shippensburg, PA
and locks while remaining in outstanding condition, this is a Pennsylvania chest of drawers that
Category
Antique 19th Century American Federal Commodes and Chests of Drawers
American Chippendale Antique Chest of Drawers, Pennsylvania circa 1770
Located in Shippensburg, PA
, a fine American Chippendale Walnut Chest of Drawers of rather desirable proportions. The chest has
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Chippendale Commodes and Chest...
H 34.25 in W 38.75 in D 20.5 in
American Chippendale Cherry Chest of Drawers, Pennsylvania, circa 1780
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A good circa 1780s Chippendale chest of drawers executed in cherry-wood primaries, the top being
Category
Antique Late 18th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Brass
Pennsylvania Chippendale Walnut Antique Bachelor
s Chest of Drawers c. 1780
Located in Shippensburg, PA
PENNSYLVANIA CHIPPENDALE WALNUT ANTIQUE CHEST OF DRAWERS
Probably Delaware River Valley c. 1780
Category
Antique 1780s American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 32.57 in W 36 in D 20.25 in
18th Century American Chippendale Walnut Tall Chest of Drawers, Pennsylvania
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A bold and impressive object, this chest originates in southeastern Pennsylvania, possibly the
Category
Antique 18th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
H 62.88 in W 42 in D 21.88 in
American Chippendale Walnut Antique Chest of Drawers, Pennsylvania, circa 1780
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A very fine Chippendale period chest of drawers from Pennsylvania during the last quarter of the
Category
Antique 1780s American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 36.63 in W 40 in D 23 in
American Chippendale Walnut Chest of Drawers, Pennsylvania, Late 18th Century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A very attractive piece executed in solid walnut, this delightful chest of drawers was crafted
Category
Antique Late 18th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Walnut
H 44.38 in W 39.75 in D 20 in
American Chippendale Walnut Tall Chest of Drawers, Pennsylvania circa 1780
Located in Shippensburg, PA
Chippendale tall chest of drawers was crafted in Pennsylvania during the last quarter of the 18th Century
Category
Antique Late 18th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Brass
H 66.69 in W 44.13 in D 24 in
Fine American Chippendale Cherry Chest of Drawers, Pennsylvania, circa 1770
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A most attractive piece of early Pennsylvania craftsmanship, this chest of drawers is one that
Category
Antique 1770s American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
H 36.13 in W 40.13 in D 22.88 in
American Federal Walnut Tall Chest of Drawers, Pennsylvania circa 1810-1820
Located in Shippensburg, PA
American Federal Walnut Tall Chest Of Drawers With Fluted Columns
Pennsylvania, circa 1810-1820
Category
Antique 19th Century American Federal Commodes and Chests of Drawers
H 62.94 in W 43 in D 22.82 in
Pennsylvania Chippendale Walnut Chest of Drawers, with False Front, circa 1790
Located in Shippensburg, PA
At a height somewhere between a mid-size chest and a tall chest of drawers, this highly attractive
Category
Antique Late 18th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Walnut
H 50.38 in W 40.75 in D 22.88 in
Fine American Pennsylvania Chippendale Cherry Tall Chest of Drawers c. 1790-1810
Located in Shippensburg, PA
The entirety of this fine tall chest of drawers is preserved in nearly untouched condition. All
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Chippendale Commodes and Chest...
Materials
Brass
H 69.19 in W 43.88 in D 23.63 in
Pennsylvania Walnut Chippendale Chest on Stand
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Excellent form and color with well figured walnut. The upper portion fitted with drawers supported
Category
20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
18th Century Pennsylvania Cherry Tall Chest with Great Proportions
Located in Milford, NH
tall chest with great proportions, with graduated drawers, oval brass pulls, supported by French
Category
Antique Late 18th Century American Hepplewhite Commodes and Chests of Dr...
American Chippendale Tall Dresser Chest of Drawers, Mid-Atlantic c. 1800
Located in Shippensburg, PA
powerful form from the Mid-Atlantic States, probably Pennsylvania circa 1800, this tall chest of drawers
Category
Antique 19th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 51.88 in W 38 in D 19.75 in
18th c. Walnut Pennsylvania Highboy
Located in Milford, NH
Pennsylvania highboy circa 1770-1800 with ball and claw feet, dentil molding and first brasses.
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Chippendale Commodes and Chest...
Materials
Brass
Good Mid-19th Century Pennsylvania Sheraton Tiger Maple Three-Drawer Work Table
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Of elegant proportions and great craftsmanship this Pennsylvania tiger maple and walnut work table
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century American Sheraton Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 30.5 in W 19.25 in D 17.25 in
American Chippendale Antique Blanket Chest of Drawers, Pennsylvania, circa 1780
Located in Shippensburg, PA
This finely crafted blanket chest of drawers is distinguished by the open dovetailing of the case
Category
Antique 1780s American Chippendale Blanket Chests
Materials
Brass, Wrought Iron
H 28.88 in W 47.5 in D 23 in
American Chippendale Painted Blanket Chest of Drawers, Pennsylvania c. 1790-1810
Located in Shippensburg, PA
chest are fully poplar, the bottoms of two drawers half-lapped (two board) and the corners dovetailed
Category
Antique 19th Century American Chippendale Blanket Chests
H 30.88 in W 51.75 in D 23 in
20th Century Vintage Cherry Nighstand Dresser Chest of Drawers Side Table
By Pennsylvania House
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage nightstand or bedside dresser. Made of cherry featuring four drawers and federal style
Category
Late 20th Century Federal Night Stands
Materials
Cherry
H 22.5 in W 15.5 in D 22 in
Solid Cherry Lingerie Chest of Drawers, Circa 1980s
By Pennsylvania House
Located in Germantown, MD
Hig quality American made, tall narrow lingerie jewelry chest of drawers.
"This vintage Narrow
Category
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
American Chippendale Style Walnut Chest of Drawers, Pennsylvania, 20th Century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
perfect replication of the tall chests of Pennsylvania from the late 18th century, this is a piece built
Category
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Poplar, Walnut
H 62.88 in W 45.38 in D 22.63 in
Pennsylvania Hepplewhite Chest
Located in Doylestown, PA
A Pennsylvania Hepplewhite chest of drawers in walnut, circa 1800 with 4 graduated drawers, brass
Category
Antique 19th Century American Hepplewhite Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pennsylvania Chippendale Style Tall Chest by Henkel Harris
By Henkel Harris
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Beautifully made with great style and handsome mahogany. Very good condition.
Category
20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Late 18th C Walnut Seven Drawer Tall Chest, Probably Maryland or Pennsylvania
Located in Milford, NH
A nicely made hand carved walnut Chippendale style tall chest with most of its original color
Category
Antique Late 18th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Brass
H 63 in W 35.5 in D 19.5 in
19th Century Empire Bow-Front Chest in Burled Olivewood and Ebony
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
wood to that part of Pennsylvania. As an American chest of drawers, it is a highly unusual and unique
Category
Antique Early 19th Century American Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of D...
Materials
Ebony, Elm, Olive
Soap Hollow Chest of Drawers
Located in Columbus, OH
This exceptional Soap Hollow, Pennsylvania, chest of drawers is initialed M.L. and dated 1881. The
Category
Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry, Pine, Poplar
PENNSYLVANIA HOUSE Cherry Chippendale Chest on Chest
By Pennsylvania House
Located in Charlotte, NC
A unique vintage Chippendale style chest on chest by Lewisburg Chair & Furniture, the predecessor
Category
Early 20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
PENNSYLVANIA HOUSE Solid Cherry Queen Anne Style Silver Chest
By Pennsylvania House
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Queen Anne style silver chest by Pennsylvania House. Solid cherry with brass hardware, side
Category
Late 20th Century American Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pennsylvania Miniature Sheraton Chest
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Fine miniature Sheraton chest of 3 drawers, in the original finish, with pressed brass knobs and
Category
Antique 19th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pennsylvania Walnut Chest on Frame
Located in Norwalk, CT
Pennsylvania chest on frame with good vertical proportions. The top with three small over five long
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pennsylvania Mahogany Bow Front Four Drawer Chest
Located in Kensington, MD
Mahogany Bow Front four drawer chest with brass hardware
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Category
Antique 19th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
An 18th Century Pennsylvania American Carved Walnut Tall Chest
Located in Woodbury, CT
An 18th century walnut tall chest of drawers from the Pennsylvania region having a projected cove
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Marquetry Child
s Chest
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully detailed Marquetry Child's Chest of Drawers. Pennsylvania Origin.
Category
Antique 19th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Federal Bowfront Mahogany Chest, Pennsylvania, circa 1790
Located in Alexandria, VA
This four-drawer chest came from Grumblethorpe house in Germantown, Pennsylvania, and descended
Category
Antique Late 18th Century American Hepplewhite Commodes and Chests of Dr...
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Pennsylvania Chests Of Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of pennsylvania chests of drawers is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct pennsylvania chests of drawers — often made from wood, cherry and hardwood — can elevate any home. Pennsylvania chests of drawers have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of pennsylvania chests of drawers to choose from, but at 1stDibs, mid-century modern and folk art pennsylvania chests of drawers are of considerable interest. Many pennsylvania chests of drawers are appealing in their simplicity, but Pennsylvania House produced popular pennsylvania chests of drawers that are worth a look.
How Much are Pennsylvania Chests Of Drawers?
Prices for pennsylvania chests of drawers start at $350 and top out at $77,500 with the average selling for $2,500.
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 Pennsylvania Chests Of Drawers
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bachelor’s chest of drawers is a relatively short and shallow chest, usually with three or four drawers. The name refers to their historical use as multi-purpose, space-saving fixtures that are perfect for a bachelor sharing a friend’s flat. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern bachelor’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A chest of drawers is also sometimes known as a dresser or a bureau. It is a cabinet with several parallel horizontal drawers stacked on top of one another. A chest of drawers is frequently used to store clothing and a variety of personal items. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify an antique chest of drawers, look inside and beneath drawers and on the back and bottom for any type of maker's marking. Researching these marks using trusted online resources may allow you to determine who produced your chest and roughly date your piece. If your chest is at least 100 years old, it is an antique. Should you be unable to locate the maker's marks, look at the hardware. Rose head nails, one-piece cast brass pommels on the drawer handles and circular rather than hexagonal bolts may all indicate that a piece is an antique. Keep in mind that hardware may have been replaced at some point and that there are many reproductions of antique furnishings. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer complete the identification process if you're unable to identify your chest via the maker's markings. Find a range of antique chests of drawers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The first chest of drawers was invented by Chinese physician Hua Tuo during the 3rd century. In the west, chests of drawers began to appear during the 17th century and rose in popularity from there. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique chests of drawers from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A man’s chest of drawers is also known as a gentleman’s chest. It is characterized by its tall cabinet section that hangs clothes like suits and pants, and also features a column of drawers. Shop a collection of gentleman’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A low chest of drawers is called a lowboy. A lowboy sits at waist height and was a prominent piece of bedroom furniture in the 18th century. These low chests of drawers were a clothing storage solution before tallboys and highboys came into fashion. On 1stDibs, there is a variety of antique and vintage low chests of drawers available for sale.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A tall chest of drawers is known as a standard chest of drawers and also as a vertical chest. These are tall and narrow storage pieces. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage tall chests of drawers.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What a large chest of drawers is called depends on its proportions. In the United States, a wide piece about waist-high is usually called a dresser. A tall, thin chest of drawers is typically referred to as a highboy. On 1stDibs, you can find a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary chests of drawers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A chest of drawers with a mirror attached is called a bureau. This type of case piece is usually waist-high with a mirror that rests on the top of the structure. They are mainly used in bedrooms. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Dressers are designed to offer a place for you to dress, with the top functioning as a table on which to place your clothing. It will offer space for a mirror, whereas chests of drawers are typically exactly that — they provide ample storage while taking up little floor space. A dresser is usually wide and short, while a chest of drawers is narrow and tall. Both types of furniture are commonly used to store clothing and other items in drawers. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dressers and chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 1, 2024Yes, there is a difference between a dresser and a chest of drawers. 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.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This type of case piece was originally a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period.
Find antique and vintage dressers for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between a bureau, a chest of drawers and a dresser comes down to shape and function. Dressers and chests of drawers are both types of bedroom furniture that feature storage drawers. However, bureaus tend to be wider and shorter, while chests of drawers are narrower and taller. Often used for storage outside of bedrooms, bureaus are usually about the same height as dressers but are shorter than chests of drawers. Find a wide range of casegoods on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Yes, a chest of drawers can be used as a bedside table, provided that you have enough space beside your bed to accommodate it. If you want to be able to easily reach items on the top of the chest, choose a piece that is about 2 to 4 inches taller than your mattress. Shop a variety of bedroom furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between a dresser, a bureau and a chest of drawers is where you place these furnishings and their overall shapes and designs. Usually positioned in a bedroom, a dresser is a wide, low casegood consisting of two or more columns of drawers. When this type of furniture is placed in a living room, office, library or other space beyond the bedroom, people normally refer to it as a bureau. Another type of bedroom furnishing is a chest of drawers, which is a tall vertical column of drawers stacked one above the other. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dressers, bureaus and chests of drawers.
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