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Baroque-Style Chest of Drawers in Oak, Danish Cabinetmaker, Early 20th Century
Located in Odense, DK
Beautiful small baroque style chest of drawers, crafted in the early 20th century. The piece
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Romantic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Small Baroque Chest in Oak
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Unknown
Manufacturer: Unknown
Era: 18th century
Dimensions: 38.5? wide x 19? deep x 20.5? tall
Restoration includes:
• Structural + joint repair (if...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Small Georgian Mahogany Chest With Slide
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Very Good Quality 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Chest Of Small Proportion Retaining Good Colour
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Small French 18th Century Chest
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality 18th century Regence period bombe fronted commode. Marble topped, ormolu-mounted, the drawer fronts having quartered veneers and crossbanded, raised on out swept legs,...
Category
Antique 18th Century French Régence Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Fine Louise Seize Chest of Drawers Made In Elm Wood from 1780s
Located in Lejre, DK
A small and exquisite Louise Seize chest of drawers crafted from elm wood, originating from
Category
Antique 1780s Danish Louis XIV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Elm
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
Yellow Bombay Chest of Three Drawers with Marble Top, Sweden circa 1890
Located in Round Top, TX
small chest of three drawers.
While the painted finish is old, it is likely not original to this chest
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Pair of Small Rosewood Jewelry Chests by Henning Koch #2
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 Small Rosewood Jewelry Chests by Henning Koch #1
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
Vintage Teak Chest of Drawers with Leather Handles by Fröseke Nybrofabrik, 1970s
By Fröseke 2
Located in Oirlo, LI
Small Teak wooden chest of drawers with leather handles by Fröseke Nybrofabrik, 1970s
This
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather, Wood
$1,096 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of Fine Italian Inlaid Three Drawers Banded Tops Nightstands Small Dresser
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Fine Italian Inlayed Three Drawers Banded Tops Night End Table Stands Small Dressers Chests
Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Burl
Small Victorian Oyster Re-Veneered Collector
s Chest
Located in London, GB
This small Victorian collector's chest has been recently sympathetically re-veneered over the
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Small 19th Century Bombay Two Drawer Chest
Located in Brooklyn, NY
French two drawer chest of drawers with great color and silver colored ormolu.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Silver
A miniature George II style figured walnut chest of drawers, English circa 1900
Located in Central England, GB
This most pleasing and rare small miniature apprentice type chest of drawers is beautifully
Category
Early 20th Century British George II Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
German Mid 18th Century Baroque Chest Of Drawers with Trompe-l
œil Marquetry
Located in Greven, DE
Baroque chest of drawers with trompe-l'œil cube marquetry
Mainfranken
Nussbaum and others
Mid 18th
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
A Small Figured Walnut Chest with Brushing Slide
Located in Harrodsburg, KY
A small chest with a brushing slide over four graduated drawers fitted with the original hardware
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
LOVELY VINTAGE BURR
BURL YEW WOOD GEORGIAN STYLE MEDIUM SIZE CHEST OF DRAWERs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Yew wood small bank or chest of drawers made in the Georgian taste
Please note the delivery fee
Category
Mid-20th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Yew
Small George III Period Mahogany Caddy-Top Chest
Located in Harrodsburg, KY
A George III period mahogany chest of drawers in a smaller size. Composed of two short drawers over
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Small Brass 3 Drawer Treasure Chest by Sarreid
By Sarreid Ltd.
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Small captivating brass over wood small chest having 3 drawers and nailhead decoration with
Category
Vintage 1960s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Louis XV Kidney Style Iroko
Marble Top Little Chest of Drawers, c 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
broken and glued, not disturbing for the eyes.
The small size of this chest of drawers makes it ideal for
Category
Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
$1,139 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-Century Modern Small Chest, Wood, Italy, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Small Chest, Wood, Italy, 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Children
s Chest With Drawers Made In Painted Wood From 1890s
Located in Lejre, DK
Small children's chest of drawers in painted wood from around the 1890s. We can possibly repair if
Category
Antique 1890s Danish Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Small English Chest in Oak from the 18th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
interesting dimensions and a superb sculpted face
This chest has two drawers at the bottom as well as a
Category
Antique 18th Century British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Midcentury Small Wooden Chest of Drawer by Derk Jan De Vries for Domus, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Midcentury Small Wooden Chest of Drawer by Derk Jan de Vries for Domus, 1960s.
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Late 18th C. French Smaller-Sized Two-Drawer Wooden Side Chest
Located in Atlanta, GA
sized chest is needed; perhaps as a small nightstand, or used as an end table with storage next to your
Category
Antique Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Wood
Small Japanese Wooden Box with Drawers and Floral Design, Japan, 20th Century
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
A small Japanese wooden chest of drawers (kodansu), dating from the early 20th century. With two
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Small French Inlaid Marquetry Bombe Chest with Fossil Limestone Top
Located in Belper, Derbyshire
A stunning vintage French Bombe chest of drawers of small proportions. Beautiful Satin wood with
Category
20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Limestone
Gustavian, Louis XVI Style, Small Swedish Chest, Brass, Marble, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Gustavian, Louis XVI Style, Small Swedish Chest, Brass, Marble, Sweden, 1970s
Small Gustavian
Category
Vintage 1970s Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Small-Sized Chest w/Great Rococo Brass Hardware, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
. This smaller-sized antique chest from France has a rectangular-shaped top, with softly rounded front
Category
Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
William
Mary Jacobean 3 drawer Small Chest Bun Feet solid Walnut
Located in Atlanta, GA
Beautiful English Late 17th-century William & Mary Jacobean Small Chest made of solid walnut. Tear
Category
Antique 1840s English William and Mary Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Small English 1920s Mottled Bamboo Three-Drawer Chest with Floral Décor
Located in Atlanta, GA
drawers and metal hardware. Created in England during the Roaring Twenties, this small chest features a
Category
Early 20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Other
Japanese Antique Small Drawer Chest with Top Handle, Meiji Era (1868–1912)
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique small chest was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868–1912) from keyaki (Japanese zelkova), a
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
G Plan - V.B. Wilkins Mid Century Small Dresser / Chest London
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A nice sized three drawer wooden dresser chest with satin black cut out base giving the piece a
Category
Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Modern Teak 3-Drawer Small Vintage Chest Marked Made in Denmark
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome small Scandinavian Modern teak three-drawer chest marked made in Denmark. It is in
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Vintage Louis XV Style Carved Walnut 2 Drawer Chest Italian Small Bombe Commode
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Louis XV Style Carved Walnut 2 Drawer Chest Italian Small Bombe Commode. Item features
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Small Italian Jewelry Chest Burl Olive Wood French Louis XV Style Bombe Commode
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Small Italian Jewelry Chest, Burl Olive Wood French Louis XV Style Bombe Commode. Item features
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Burl
18th Century English Oak Georgian Chest of Dreawers
Located in Viterbo, VT
Small George III chest of drawers hand-crafted in the UK in the late 1700s using oak. The chest is
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Cute Pair of Bevelled Mirrored Small Commodes
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cute pair of Hollywood Regency small three drawers commodes in bevelled mirrored glass.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass
$1,990 / set
18th Century Swedish Neoclassical Period Painted Chest of Drawer
Located in Charleston, SC
A charming unusual small proportioned Neoclassical chest of drawers from 18th-century Sweden in
Category
Antique 18th Century Swedish Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Smaller Danish Painted Pine Bedside- / Side Cabinets
Located in Kastrup, DK
highlights their authentic age and craftsmanship.
One cabinet features four practical drawers hidden behind
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
$1,146 Sale Price / set
30% Off
Small commode
Located in
S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Very decorative small marquetry commode, Italy, circa 1850.
Inlaid with different woods such as
Category
Antique 1850s Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bone, Ebony, Mahogany
$4,450
Small Wooden Drawer
Located in London, GB
This compact chest of drawers exemplifies minimalism elevated by expert craftsmanship and
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$1,026
Small Bedside Commode
Located in Vista, CA
Small bedside commode. Louis XV style. circa 1860.
Category
Antique 1860s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$3,600
Small Dutch Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Small 19th C Dutch three drawer commode. 1820. Awaiting brass handles.
Dimensions
39 inches (99
Category
Antique 19th Century Dutch Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
$3,697
Breathtaking Pair of Black Walnut Parquetry Small Commodes by Renzo Rutili
By Renzo Rutili, Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent pair of chests is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the
Category
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Henredon Nightstand / Small Cabinet
Located in Pasadena, TX
Henredon Nightstand / Small Cabinet designed by Frank Lloyd Wright
28x19x26
Category
Vintage 1950s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
$1,504 Sale Price
20% Off
A pair of small Napoleon III kingwood display cabinets on stands
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
A pair of small Napoleon III kingwood display cabinets on stands, each of rectangular form with a
Category
Antique 1870s Napoleon III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Kingwood
French 19th Century Small Commode
Located in Stockbridge, GA
” as it has 2 drawers.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
$2,560 / item
Bamboo English Victorian Small Etagere
Located in Queens, NY
Bamboo English Victorian Small Etagere
Category
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bamboo
1960s Set of Two Small Fully Restored and Refinished Danish Teak Dressers
Located in Knebel, DK
!
The two identical small teak dresser each with 4 drawers that will do well together in almost any room
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
$1,335 Sale Price / set
25% Off
Art Deco Small Commode, 1940s
Located in Lisbon, PT
An elegant light wood commode with a bookcase on the left side and door on the right side.
Small
Category
20th Century Portuguese Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Tin
$1,969 Sale Price
20% Off
Small Swiss Alp Trunk
Located in grand Lancy, CH
Small Swiss alp trunk.
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Antique 1850s Swiss Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$1,280 Sale Price
20% Off
Small Size 18th Century Gustavian Commode
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
smaller space, this is the piece.
Small decorative and functional storage with three drawers.
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Small 18th Century Portuguese Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
front design with two drawers and detailed carving. 1790.
Reference: 8429
Dimensions
33 inches (84 cms
Category
Antique 18th Century Portuguese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany, Teak
Small 19th Century French Walnut Commode
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Late 19th century French walnut commode with three drawers and simple tapered legs. Retains its
Category
Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Small Italian 19th century Rococo Style Commode
Located in Troy, NY
Small Italian 19th century Rococo Style Commode of petit size, Rococo style, serpentine shape, on
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
French 18th Century Small Commode
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Very charming piece with its royal marble top. It is made of inlay of walnut and fruitwood. The line of this pice is between Louis XIV and Louis XV.
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
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Small Chest Of Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of small chest of drawers available for sale. Each of these unique small chest of drawers was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, mahogany and metal. We have 737 antique and vintage small chest of drawers in-stock, while there are 8 modern editions to choose from as well. Small chest of drawers have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of small chest of drawers to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Georgian, Mid-Century Modern and Scandinavian Modern small chest of drawers are of considerable interest. If space is limited, there are small small chest of drawers measuring 10.5 inches across. There have been many well-made small chest of drawers over the years, but those made by Kai Kristiansen, Jean Claude Mahey and Bevan Funnell Ltd. are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Small Chest Of Drawers?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,800, while they’re typically $298 on the low end and $55,000 highest priced.
Finding the Right Commodes And 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 Small Chest 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 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 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 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 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 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 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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