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Campaign Chest of Drawers
Located in Culver City, CA
Campaign Chest of Drawers
England circa 1920
Navy chest of drawers with hidden compartments.
38”w x
Category
Vintage 1920s English British Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Miniature Chest of Drawers
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Miniature chest of drawers.
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Nantucket, MA
English 19th Century inlaid small chest of drawers.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Large Victorian Chest of Drawers Victorian Figured Walnut chest of drawers
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Large Victorian Chest of Drawers
Victorian Figured Walnut chest of drawers, the chest has 2
Category
Antique 19th Century Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Empire Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Empire fruit wood chest of drawers with gilt bronze hardware and ebonized columns, 19th century. No
Category
Antique 19th Century European Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
High Chest of Drawers
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Machine Age deco skyscraper chest of drawers in walnut and burl; in the style of Deskey, circa
Category
Vintage 1930s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Burl, Walnut
Pana Chest of Drawers
By Tekton Furniture & Design House
Located in Cairo, EG
Organize your living space with the Pana-Chest of Drawers. This massive oak chest provides ample
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Egyptian Country Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Oak
Eliom Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of Drawers Eliom with wooden structure in
smocked oak veneer, with mirror glass in bronzed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Mirror, Mahogany, Oak, Plywood
French Fruitwood Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Chest of drawers made with a beautiful fruitwood with brass accents. This chest of drawers is rare
Category
Antique Late 18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Chest of drawers
By Zanaboni
Located in Milan, IT
oval chest of drawers is a stunning piece of functional decor that will enrich the look of any bedroom
Category
2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This farmhouse style chest of drawers is painted with floral embellishments. Three wide drawers
Category
20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Sandy Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of Drawers Sandy with wooden structure covered with
clear mirrored glass and with stainless
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
1950s Graduated Chest of Drawers
Located in Tarleton, GB
An elegant graduated chest of drawers by English furniture maker Golden Key.
Dated circa mid
Category
Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak, Walnut
Ellite Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers ellite with structure in solid walnut wood,
with 4 drawers with dark brown
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Salon Boulle Chest of Drawers Chest of Drawers Napoleon III, Paris
Located in Berlin, DE
Salon Boulle chest of drawers Napoleon III Paris circa 1850-1880
Rectangular and curved body
Category
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Ole Wanscher Chest of Drawers
By Ole Wanscher
Located in Kastrup, DK
Ole Wanscher (Danish 1903-1985).
Teak wood chest of drawers designed by Ole Wanscher for Illums
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
German Baroque Chest of Drawers
Located in Brussels, BE
German baroque chest of drawers.
Category
Antique 17th Century German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Chest of Drawers and Mirror Set
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Chest of drawers and mirror set
Dimensions :
Chest of drawers: L 100 x D 51 x H 70 cm
Mirror : h
Category
Vintage 1980s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer
Chelby Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers chelby with solid wood structure
upholstered and covered with genuine Italian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Herman Miller Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Herman Miller chest of drawers, circa 1950.
Category
20th Century American Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Bount Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers bount with structure in walnut wood in matte
finish. Nightstand or side table
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Stainless Steel, Iron
Walnut chest of drawers, bedroom chest of drawers, central Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
ancient chest of drawers in walnut, from central Italy, 1600s, measuring cm L 163 x H 102 x D 64
Category
Antique 17th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Chest of Drawers, circa 1750
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Rare chest of drawers, probably Danish around 1750.
Category
Antique 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Lenny Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of Drawers Lenny with structure in veneered walnut wood,
with white marble top. Chest with 8
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Stainless Steel
Marieta Chest of Drawers
Located in ALMAZÁN, ES
In love with this new chest of drawers from the Marieta serie. One by one or two by two. Lower than
Category
2010s Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Trainer Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of Drawers Trainer with wooden structure. With sides, back
and 6 drawers covered with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Nina Chest of Drawers
Located in Vosselaar, BE
Our Nina chest of drawers is a upcycled 19th century Oak Louis XV commode. We preserved the basic
Category
2010s Belgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Tarius Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers Tarius with wooden structure with solid walnut
veneer in matte finish. With
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Danish Teak Chest of Drawers
Located in Chorzów, PL
Chest of drawers - chiffon, Danish design, 1960s
Very good condition.
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Pyramid Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W21 D10.5 H59.5
Vintage lightly restored chest of drawers. Item has been inspected and secured
Category
1990s Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
André Sornay chest of drawers
By Andre Sornay
Located in LYON, FR
70's chest of drawers by designer and publisher André Sornay, famous Lyon cabinetmaker and master
Category
Mid-20th Century French Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Laminate, Beech
Syrian Inlaid Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Syrian chest of drawers featuring mother of pearl inlay and topped with marble.
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Syrian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Allia Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers Allia with all structure in wood. Chest covered
with high quality beige grained
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wenge, Leather, Wood
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Fine polished walnut Biedermeier chest of drawers with ebony trim, illustration of two winged
Category
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Ebony, Walnut
Aroa Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers Aroa with solid wood structure, in black
ash finish. With 5 drawers on easy glide
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Stainless Steel
Louis XV period tomb chest of drawers stamped (small Parisian chest of drawers)
Located in Somme-Leuze, BE
magnificent tomb chest of drawers small Parisian model Louis XV period 18th century stamped Jean
Category
Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
H 32.68 in W 20.87 in D 44.49 in
Tanka Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers Tanka with structure in smocked eucalyptus wood in
matte finish, with 5 drawers
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Stainless Steel
Chests of drawers, Flötotto
By Elmar Flötotto
Located in Neuss, NW
Four freestanding chests of drawers from the "Profilsystem" collection by Flötotto from the 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s German Bauhaus Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Formica, Beech
Biedermeier Walnut Miniatur Chest of Drawers
Located in Darmstadt, DE
The miniature or model chest of drawers dates back to the Biedermeier period and was made with
Category
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Walnut, Softwood
Walnut Case Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of Drawers Walnut Case with black
matte lacquered aluminium base and with
solid walnut
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
Pietro Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers Pietro with frame structure in metal
in burnished and antiqued brass finish
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
Chest of Drawers, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
A chest of drawers from Denmark in the 1960s.
Dimensions: height 71 cm / width 77 cm / depth 42
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Fine Biedermeier Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
A Biedermeier chest of drawers in an architectural style.
Crafted in walnut veneer and walnut burl
Category
Antique 1830s Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Carved Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
An Italian, circa 1920 carved wood chest of drawers with foliage motif.
Measurements:
Height
Category
Vintage 1920s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fruitwood
Mid-Century Chest of Drawers
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Paris, FR
Mid-Century chest of drawers in solid exotic wood opening by seven drawers in the style of Jacques
Category
Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Beautifully Restored Chest of Drawers
Located in Bronx, NY
Chest of drawers in solid mahogany and mahogany veneers, this five-drawer chest has been
Category
Vintage 1940s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Early 19th Century Chest of Drawers
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Antique mahogany chest of drawers with interesting drawer configuration. Beautiful aged patina
Category
Antique 1830s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Harvey Probber Chest of Drawers
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern chest of drawers by Harvey Probber. Harvey Probber chest of drawers in bleached
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
Mahogany Chest of Drawers, Chippendale
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
George III small mahogany chest of drawers with original plate handles and brushing slide, the
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
George III Chest of Drawers
Located in Woodbury, CT
George III figured mahogany chest of drawers with two short drawers over three long oak lined
Category
Antique 18th Century European George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Chests of drawers, Flötotto
By Elmar Flötotto
Located in Neuss, NW
Four freestanding chests of drawers from the "Profilsystem" collection by Flötotto from the 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s German Bauhaus Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Formica, Beech
Scandinavian Vintage Chest of Drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Modern 1960s teak cabinet.
A chest of drawers with modern and elegant lines that features
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Teak
Ada Chest of Drawers
Located in ALMAZÁN, ES
In this chest of drawers, the classic design of the structure gives prominence to the color palette
Category
2010s Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Decorative Moroccan Chest of Drawers
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Small 1950s decorative Moroccan chest of drawers. 1950.
Dimensions
32.5 inches (83 cms) wide
Category
20th Century Moroccan Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
19th Century Chest of Drawers
Located in Brecht, BE
chest of drawers made mid 19th century in France, cabinet maker used cedarwood and hazlenut twigs
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Twig, Cedar
English Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A stunning mahogany chest of drawers made in England. This four drawer chest features a linear
Category
Antique 19th Century English Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
English Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Buchanan, NY
English mahogany chest of drawers with ball feet and original hardware. The top of the piece has a
Category
Early 20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
American Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, SC
American Walnut graduated chest of drawers with box wood string inlay, burl walnut carved skirt
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
English Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good early 19th century English painted pine bowfronted chest of drawers. 1830.
Dimensions
44
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Antique 19th Century English William IV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
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Chest Of Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of chest of drawers for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct chest of drawers — often made from wood, metal and walnut — can elevate any home. There are 51206 antique and vintage chest of drawers for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 1172 modern editions to choose from as well. Chest of drawers have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Chest of drawers bearing Mid-Century Modern or Georgian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Baker Furniture Company, Paul McCobb and George Nelson each produced beautiful chest of drawers that are worth considering.
How Much are Chest Of Drawers?
Prices for chest of drawers can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, chest of drawers begin at $1 and can go as high as $845,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,252.
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 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.
- What is a bank of drawers?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A bank of drawers is a piece of storage furniture that differs considerably from a chest of drawers. This furnishing is typically going to feature many more drawers than an ordinary chest of drawers might, and is often used interchangeably with the term “apothecary cabinet” because pharmacists used to require such a structure that afforded ample storage for classifying and filing away items in their places of business. Find antique and vintage banks of drawers today on 1stDibs.
- What is a file drawer?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The term “file drawer” likely refers to filing cabinets. This is a type of office furniture that is used for storing paper documents in file folders. The two most common forms of filing cabinets are lateral filing cabinets and vertical filing cabinets. Shop for a variety of antique and vintage filing cabinets and other storage solutions 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 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 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 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 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.
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