Chest On Legs
Antique 18th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Antique 19th Century French Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1920s British Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Early 20th Century English Serving Tables
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century English Sideboards
Silver Plate
Early 20th Century Korean Cabinets
Brass
Antique 1850s English Blanket Chests
Brass, Steel
Vintage 1930s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary American Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of ...
Mahogany
2010s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Birch, Walnut
Antique Early 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
2010s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
20th Century British Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique 18th Century German Baroque Blanket Chests
Wood, Oak
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal, Brass
1990s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Gold, Brass
20th Century American American Classical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique 1790s British Hepplewhite Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
20th Century French Blanket Chests
Oak
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Iron
Antique 1860s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Antique Mid-18th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Chestnut
Early 20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass, Iron
Antique Mid-18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany, Kingwood
Mid-20th Century American Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique 1710s English Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique 18th Century English William and Mary Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Brass
Vintage 1980s American William and Mary Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Paint, Maple, Poplar
Antique Late 19th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Antique 18th Century British George II Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak, Walnut, Burl
Antique 1770s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique 1770s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Vintage 1950s Adirondack Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wrought Iron
Antique 1740s Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique Late 19th Century American Classical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Antique 19th Century European Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique Early 18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Vintage 1920s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique 18th Century British Georgian Blanket Chests
Brass
Early 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Brass
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Late 20th Century American Blanket Chests
Wood
Antique Mid-18th Century Irish George II Blanket Chests
Mahogany
20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Antique 18th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique Early 18th Century British Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Walnut
Antique 1720s British George II Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique 1690s British William and Mary Blanket Chests
Oak
Antique 1720s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique Early 1800s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
20th Century William and Mary Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
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Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets for You
Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially 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. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of storage case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.
- What is a cabriole leg?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 21, 2019
A cabriole leg is a is a type of leg used in Chippendale and Queen Anne furniture whose form is composed of two arcs: one at the top curving outward, and another at the bottom curving inward.
- What is a gate legged table?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A gateleg table is a form of furniture that dates back to the 16th century in England. When not in use, the tabletop has a fixed section and one or two hinged leaves that fold down beneath the fixed section and hang vertically. Shop a range of antique, vintage and made-to-order gateleg tables on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The legs on a table are referred to as table legs, but they may go by a different name that distinguishes the shape of the leg. Some common table leg shapes include square, fluted, shaker, hairpin and spiral, but there are many more different types. Shop a collection of vintage and new tables from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Who introduced the cabriole leg?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The cabriole leg has a long history of use by ancient Greeks and Chinese but only arrived in Europe in the early 18th century. The design, which resembles animal legs, is characteristic of Chippendale and Queen Anne furniture in England and of Louis XV furniture in France. On 1stDibs, find a selection of cabriole-leg furniture from top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021There are many reasons a bathroom vanity might have legs. This includes because the european style had legs for moving the furniture around. They also help make the furniture look more custom.
- 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.
- What is a sea chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sea chest, typically seen onboard ships, is a storage chest for a sailor’s personal property. The first known sea chest was used in 1613. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic sea chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is a bachelor’s chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2019
A bachelor’s chest is a low chest of drawers. Its name comes from the fact that it was originally designed to provide multipurpose storage for a single man with a small living space.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The cabriole leg was introduced during the 18th century. It first appeared on chairs, tables and case goods produced during the Louis XV period in France. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique cabriole leg furniture from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is cabriole leg furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cabriole leg furniture is a chair, table or case good with a certain leg style called a cabriole. Its design starts with a convex curve and then continues with a concave curve. Normally, the width of the leg grows smaller from the top to the foot. Find a collection of cabriole leg furniture on 1stDibs.
- What are bobbin turned legs?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bobbin turned legs, sometimes called spool furniture, feature lathe-turned ornamental knobs that looked like bobbins or spools. Picture a series of circles or knots placed upon one another to form a leg. This was very popular on furniture from the late 17th century. Shop a collection of 17th century furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a Bombay chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A Bombay chest is a piece of wooden furniture — a chest that bulges outward in the front and on the sides and then curves in at the base. This style of chest was popularized in 17th century French design.
- What is a campaign chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023A campaign chest is a chest of drawers that breaks down into smaller pieces for easier transport. Some people refer to this type of case furniture as a military chest. Although mobile furniture for military campaigns dates back to the Romans, the British Army in its global conquests in the 18th and 19th centuries defined the style we know as campaign furniture with sturdy and elegant pieces. Find a selection of campaign chests on 1stDibs.
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