Burled Wood Chest
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Walnut
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Wood
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Mahogany
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Brass
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Wood, Birch, Burl
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Wood
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Brass
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Glass, Cherry, Mahogany, Burl
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Birch, Walnut, Burl, Wood
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Mahogany, Walnut, Burl
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Mahogany
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Burl
2010s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
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Walnut, Burl
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Brass, Bronze
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Wood, Maple
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Walnut
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Marble
Antique 1850s English Blanket Chests
Brass, Steel
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Wood
Antique 1860s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
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Marble, Bronze
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Hardwood
Antique 1870s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble
Antique 1880s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble
Antique 1840s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Hardwood
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Brass
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Brass
Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Ormolu
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Stone, Marble, Metal, Brass
Antique 19th Century Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
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Marble
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Walnut
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Kingwood, Mahogany, Olive, Satinwood
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Mahogany, Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Bronze
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Marble, Brass
Vintage 1930s Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Satinwood
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1950s North American Dressers
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Baroque Wardrobes and Armoires
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Brass
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Glass, Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Belgian Black Marble, Bronze
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Walnut
Antique 18th Century Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Fruitwood, Maple, Olive, Walnut, Burl
Early 20th Century Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
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Brass
Antique 1860s Scottish Models and Miniatures
Wood
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Brass
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Ash, Burl
Antique 1720s British Queen Anne Desks
Brass
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Brass
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Wood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Night Stands
Brass
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Wood, Burl, Paint
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Walnut
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Iron
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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.
- What is a burl in wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A burl in wood is a growth on a tree formed from bud tissue that has not sprouted. The burl forms large, knobby-looking growths on the base and trunk of the tree. Every piece of burl wood is unique, which is one reason they are considered rare and valuable. They come in a variety of sizes and have varying wood textures and colors. Find a collection of antique and vintage burl wood furniture on 1stDibs today.
- What is burled wood?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Burled wood is wood with a unique grain characteristic that results from harvesting a tree that has a burl. A burl is a tree growth often caused by injury, fungus, virus, or insects. The stress from the growth causes pressure on the wood and creates intense grain patterns.
- Is burl wood timeless?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023Whether burl wood is timeless is largely a matter of personal opinion. However, burl wood became popular during the Art Deco and Regency eras, and furniture designers have continued to use it to produce pieces ever since then. This owes largely to the material’s range of organic shapes and knots, which add richness and distinct visual appeal. On 1stDibs, find a range of burl wood furniture.
- What is a burl wood table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023A burl wood table is a piece of furniture crafted out of wood burls, growths on trees that have unique grain patterns. Because of the character of the wood, no two are ever completely identical. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of burl wood tables.
- How much is burl wood worth?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021Burl wood's worth depends on the quality and the size of the wood. Depending on the size and condition, a larger-eyed burl would cost around $25 to $200. Layered burls are not of much value. On 1stDibs, find a range of alluring antique and vintage burl wood furniture today.
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