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19th Century Tall 6 Drawer Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
19th Century Tall 6 Drawer Oak Chest of Drawers
This is a Superb Oak Chest of Drawers it is
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Antique 19th Century Adam Style Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Restored American of Martinsville 6 Drawer Chest- Pair Available
By American of Martinsville
Located in Atlanta, GA
the drawers. An elegant and sophisticated piece which offers wonderful storage. Exceptional jewelry
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Stellar Restored Nakashima Style American of Martinsville 6 Drawer Chest - Pair
By American of Martinsville
Located in Atlanta, GA
case construction with exceptional lines and detail. Stunning wormhole accents on the drawer front adds
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
H 31 in W 54 in D 20.5 in
Victorian 5 Drawer Pharmacy Chest of Drawers
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Victorian 5 Drawer Pharmacy Chest of Drawers
This is an unusual piece of Victorian Furniture it
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Antique 1890s Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
CraftAssociates Chest, Milo Baughman Chest, Walnut, 6 Drawer, Modern
By Milo Baughman, Craft Associates
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Chest, Milo Baughman Chest, Walnut, 6 Drawer, Modern
The Milo Baughman 6 Drawer
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2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Walnut
1970s Spanish Lace Wicker 6-Drawer Tall Chest
Located in Marbella, ES
Vintage 1970s Spanish lace wicker 6-drawer tall chest.
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Late 20th Century Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wicker
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Chest by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in Toledo, OH
Walnut mid-century modern 6-drawer chest of drawers with diamond pattern inlaid drawer fronts and
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Furniture
Materials
Walnut
19th Century French inlaid mahogany 6 drawer inlaid chest
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century french inlaid mahogany 6-drawer inlaid chest, circa 1830.
Early 19th century inlaid
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Early Victorian Commodes and Chests of D...
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
Teak 6 Drawer chest by Aksel Kjersgaard for Odder
By Odder Furniture, Erik Kirkegaard
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A stylish and useful piece by Aksel Kjersgaard, looks good enough for a lounge, and has enough storage for the bedroom.
Wherever you choose it is great quality and is in great condit...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Classic Midcentury Walnut 6 Drawer Chest, Stunning, Sculptural, Vaughan Designs
By Vaughan Designs
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Mid-Century Modern sculpted walnut and rosewood 6 drawer chest with doors. Manufactured by
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
H 54 in W 42.5 in D 19 in
Antique French Chest of Drawers Cabinet 3-Drawer Serpentine Carved Oak w Key
Located in Tyler, TX
Beautiful Antique French Oak chest of drawers with 3 drawers and key~~HIGHLY CARVED~~ circa 1900
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Antique Early 1900s French Renaissance Revival Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Oak
H 39.5 in W 53 in D 20.5 in
Modern White Blossom Flower Glass Mosaic 6-Chest of Drawers by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Blossom chest of 6 drawers by Ercole Home has a 6-drawer front, with white wash finish on oak
Category
2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Italian chest of drawers, design, 1960
Located in Nice, FR
Italian chest of drawers from the 60s, 6-drawer front, walnut marquetry
iron base with wooden shoes
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fruitwood
Queen Anne Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Asheville, NC
Fine 6 drawer high chest with fan-carved center and cabriole legs ending in pad feet. Unpolished
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20th Century Unknown Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
6-Drawer "Chiffonnier" in cherry Louis XVI style with black laquered Drawers
Located in Landivy, FR
This chiffonnier or 6-drawer chest belongs to our Melaine collection that proposes handcraft
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2010s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Cherry, Oak
H 52.76 in W 24.81 in D 15.75 in
American Walnut Block Front 6 Drawers Long Dresser Credenza Restored Mint
By American of Martinsville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern gorgeous American walnut six drawer block front dresser.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Early 20th Refinished Solid Pine 6-Drawer Side Cabinet Chest, circa 1920s
Located in Germantown, MD
An Early 20th solid pine 6-drawer american colonial style side cabinet chest of drawers. Flawlessly
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Early 20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
H 35.5 in W 36.5 in D 12 in
Modern Leather Chest of 6-Drawer with Earl Grey Stained Red Oak by Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This a very elegant chest of drawer, the case is in red oak with an Earl Grey stain.
The drawers
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21st Century and Contemporary American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
H 33 in W 64 in D 20 in
6-Drawer Chest Chiffonnier in solid blond cherry wood, Louis XVI style
Located in Landivy, FR
This chiffonnier 6-drawer chest belongs to our MELANIE collection that proposes handcraft
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2010s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Cherry, Oak
H 52.76 in W 24.81 in D 15.75 in
Bespoke Italian Post-Modern Blue Turquoise Gray Glass 6-Drawer Semainier Chest
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
What we love about this piece is not only the functionality with its 6 drawers (options for sizes
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2010s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 52 in W 38 in D 18 in
Bespoke Italian Post-Modern Blue Turquoise Gray Glass 6-Drawer Semainier Chest
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
What we love about this piece is not only the functionality with its 6 drawers (options for sizes
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 52 in W 38 in D 18 in
Modern 6-Drawer Pearl Leather Chest with Natural Steel Pulls by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The leather drawer chest by Ercole Home has a 6-drawer, with a Pearl leather front. Natural Steel
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2010s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Kindel Milano Louis XVI Style 6 Drawer Highboy Cherry Wood Tall Chest Dresser
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Kindel Milano Directoire French Louis XVI Style 6 Drawer Highboy Cherry Wood Tall Chest Dresser
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Mid-20th Century Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
H 52.75 in W 34 in D 18 in
Stylish Woven Bamboo Rattan Chest of Drawers Commode
Located in Hopewell, NJ
drawers. Exterior drawer height: 8 1/4"
Interior drawer height: 6 3/8"
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Vintage 1980s Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Mid-Century Modern Blond Light Burl Wood 6 Drawer High Chest Dresser Mint!
By Thomasville, Edmond J. Spence
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern blond light burl wood 6 drawer high chest dresser mint!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple, Burl
Mid-20th Century Palisander Tall Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
chest of drawers. 6 equal sized drawers with fitted solid handles, top drawer fitted with a lock
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Palisander
Bespoke Italian Green Yellow Brown Gray Blue Modern Brass 6-Drawer Dresser/Chest
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
six-drawer dresser/sideboard is entirely handcrafted in Italy, with imagery of bright colors. The
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2010s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 30.5 in W 59.5 in D 20 in
Bespoke Italian Green Yellow Brown Gray Blue Modern Brass 6-Drawer Dresser/Chest
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
six-drawer dresser/sideboard is entirely handcrafted in Italy, with imagery of bright colors. The
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2010s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 30.5 in W 59.5 in D 20 in
Tall Teak Chest of Drawers with Wooden Knobs
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian cabinet with 6 drawers original from the 1950s.
A capacious chest of drawers that
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Teak
Tallboy Chest of Drawer by Poul M. Volther 1950s
By Poul Volther
Located in Handewitt, DE
Tallboy chest of drawers in oak by Poul M. Volther for FDB Møbler 1950s. Model F-17. Front with 6
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Pair of Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Teak Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
small Swedish chests, each fitted with 6 drawers and brass handles. Recently re-finished in our
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mirrored Diamond Front 3-Drawer Chest
Located in New York, NY
lacquered legs with brass sabots. Top and bottom drawers are 6" deep in height. The center drawer is 10-3/4".
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Beveled Front 6-Drawer Mirrored Dresser
Located in New York, NY
Custom beveled front 6-drawer mirrored dresser. Customization is available in different sizes
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Commodes and Chests ...
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Pine Highboy Chest of Six Drawers, Denmark circa 1880
Located in Round Top, TX
waxed, this 6-drawer chest is solid, stable and ready for use; drawers function.
Age related signs of
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Antique Late 19th Century Danish Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
6-Drawer Silver Trim Mirrored Dresser
Located in New York, NY
Custom 6-drawer silver trim mirrored dresser with Lucite knobs. Customization is available in
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2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Silver Leaf
20th Century Italian Baroque Chiffonniere/High Chest of Drawers
Located in Berlin, DE
20th century Italian Baroque Chiffonniere/high chest of drawers
Walnut root veneer on solid wood
Category
20th Century Italian Baroque Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Louis Philippe Semainier High Chest of Drawers
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Elegant Louis Philippe high chest of drawers, so-called "semainier", from the 19th century. Solid
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Antique 19th Century Belgian Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Victorian Chest Drawers Period Mahogany 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Victorian Mahogany Chest of Drawers.
This Chest of Drawers Features 6 Ash Lined Drawers with Turned
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Antique 1860s Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Chest of Drawers
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb 6-drawer cabinet in beautiful original finish dark
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Original Tommi Parzinger Sculpted Front Chest of Drawers 'Signed'
By Tommi Parzinger, Parzinger Originals
Located in East Hampton, NY
This is an original condition, beautifully preserved 6-drawer chest by Tommi Parzinger for
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Provincial Style Mahogany 3-Drawer Chest
By John Hall
Located in Chicago, IL
French Provincial style mahogany 3-drawer chest in a very nice silhouette. Made by John Hall
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1990s American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Victorian Campaign Era Military Secretaire Chest of Drawers C1840
Located in London, GB
drawers dates from Circa 1840.
The top drawer opening to a pull out secretaire fitted with a small drawer
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Antique 1840s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 39.77 in W 41.74 in D 18.31 in
CORALLO Black Chest of Six Drawers with Carved Red Coral
By Fratelli Boffi
Located in Lentate sul Seveso, Monza e Brianza
The Corallo 6-Drawer Chest—an Italian masterpiece where craftsmanship meets coastal allure
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2010s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Large Faux Bamboo Chest of Drawers with White Marble Top
Located in Port Chester, NY
A charming dark pine chest of drawers with faux bamboo columns and mouldings. Slightly unusual
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Antique Late 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Neoclassical Style 6-Drawer Beveled Mirrored Highboy
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Neoclassical modern 6-drawer beveled mirrored highboy. Customization is available in different
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Commodes and Chests ...
Materials
Glass, Mirror, Wood
Victorian Tall Boy Chest Drawers Serpentine 1900
Located in Potters Bar, GB
a shaped apron.
Having an arrangement of 6 graduated oak lined drawers.
The drawer fronts and top of
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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Tommi Parzinger Elegant Chest Of Drawers with Brass Pulls 1940s (Signed)
By Tommi Parzinger, Charak Furniture Company
Located in New York, NY
Chest of drawers model TP104 in dark brown mahogany with brass pulls by Tommi Parzinger for Charak
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Large 19thC English Oak 6 Drawer Dresser Base
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1890
Large 19thC English Oak 6 Drawer Dresser Base
sku 1736
W169 x D57 x H88
Weight 102 Kg
Category
Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Tall Narrow Rococo Blue Chest of Six Drawers, Sweden circa 1890
Located in Round Top, TX
is carried down through the 6 drawer fronts and bottom apron resulting in an elegant chest all
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Early American 18th Century Chippendale Tiger Maple Tall Chest of Drawers
Located in Louisville, KY
Chippendale tall dresser with 6 drawers with brass drawer pulls was designed and built in the New England area
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Antique Late 18th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Brass
French Directoire 6-Drawer Chiffonnier in Cherry, blue variations
Located in Landivy, FR
This Chiffonnier 6-drawer chest is a free hand crafted and modernized interpretation of the French
Category
2010s French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Cherry, Oak
Modern Gray Lacquered Ravenna Glass Mosaic Chest of Drawers by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Ravenna chest by Ercole Home has a 6-drawer front, with 2-3/8 H platform wood base.
Handcut
Category
2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Glass
Louise Semainier Commodes and chests of drawer in Fine Hammered Antique Bronze
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
and chests of drawer in Fine Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
Size- 24"x
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2010s Indian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
H 66 in W 16 in D 24 in
Rare Art Deco Chest of Drawers / Filing Cabinet with Stunning Coromandel Handles
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautifully designed AND executed, Dutch Art Deco chest with stunning drawers and handles.
Having
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
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H 38.8 in W 29.7 in D 20 in
Victorian Carved Oak Sewing Chest of Drawers, Card Filing or Apothecary Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
Rare Antique Oak versatile use Sewing Drawers Solid Wooden 6 in Original Cabinet Case Drawer.
Great
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Early 20th Century American Late Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
H 19.75 in W 13 in D 17 in
Love - Mother of Pearl Inlay Four Drawer Dressers
Located in New York, NY
bedroom or living room. This stunning four drawer dresser is entirely handmade, featuring intricate mother
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Che...
Materials
Wood, Mother-of-Pearl
Light gray 6-drawer Chiffonnier Louis XVI Directoire solid wood reinterpretation
Located in Landivy, FR
This Chiffonnier 6-drawer chest is a free hand crafted and modernized interpretation of the French
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2010s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry, Oak, Wood
H 52.76 in W 24.81 in D 15.75 in
Small Chest of Drawers in Italian Walnut Molteni&C by Gio Ponti -D.655.2
By Gio Ponti, Molteni & C
Located in New York, NY
D.6655.2 Small Chest of Drawers in Various Woods by Gio Ponti.
Expert-crafted in Italy exclusively
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Elm, Wood
H 35.38 in W 48.18 in D 20.12 in
Large Chest of Drawers in Italian Walnut Molteni&C by Gio Ponti - D.655.1
By Gio Ponti, Molteni & C
Located in New York, NY
D.665.1 Large Chest of Drawers in Various Woods by Gio Ponti.
Expert-crafted in Italy exclusively
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Elm, Wood
H 35.38 in W 72.78 in D 20.12 in
6-drawer French Chiffonier in solid oak, charming white-cream finish
Located in Landivy, FR
soft and charming lacquers.
Semainier is the French word for "weekl-er". The six drawers are for each
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2010s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 52.76 in W 25.99 in D 16.15 in
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6 Drawer Chest Of Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of 6 drawer chest of drawers available for sale. Frequently made of wood, metal and walnut, all 6 drawer chest of drawers available were constructed with great care. We have 2964 antique and vintage 6 drawer chest of drawers in-stock, while there are 85 modern editions to choose from as well. 6 drawer chest of drawers have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of 6 drawer chest of drawers to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Neoclassical and Louis XV 6 drawer chest of drawers are of considerable interest. 6 drawer chest of drawers have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Paul McCobb, Baker Furniture Company and Anna Castelli Ferrieri are consistently popular.
How Much are 6 Drawer Chest Of Drawers?
Prices for 6 drawer chest of drawers start at $95 and top out at $149,500 with the average selling for $4,214.
Finding the Right commodes-chests-of-drawers for You
Is it 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 a 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.
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 6 Drawer Chest Of Drawers
- 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
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