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19th Century French Five-Drawer Chest with Bronze Decorations
Located in Marbella, ES
19th century French five-drawer chest with bronze decorations.
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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

19th Century English Oakwood Four-Drawer Chest with Bronze Fittings
Located in Marbella, ES
19th century English oakwood four-drawer chest with bronze fittings.
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Antique Indian Blanket Chest with Bronze Sheathing, Geometric Patterns and Studs
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Indian blanket chest with bronze sheathing, geometric patterns and studs. This Indian
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Early 20th Century Indian Blanket Chests

Materials

Bronze

French Louis XV Style Inlaid Marble-Top Bombe Commode Chest with Bronze Figures
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French Louis XV style inlaid marble-top bombe commode chest with bronze figures. Item features
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Marble Top Four Drawer Chest with Bronze Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
cast bronze Chinese calligraphy characters embellish the chest as handles.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Chinese Early 20th Century Elmwood Side Chest with Bronze Medallion Hardware
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese elmwood side chest from the early 20th century, with round bronze medallion hardware, two
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Early 20th Century Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

French Louis XV Style Marble Top Bombe Commode / Chest with Bronze Ormolu
Located in Kennesaw, GA
cast bronze. The red painted finish is not original and is intentionally distressed.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

French Gothic Style Jewelry Box or Chest with Bronze Inlay & Leather
Located in Plainview, NY
An exquisite French Gothic style jewelry box or small chest, a testament to the timeless allure of
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20th Century Gothic Jewelry Boxes

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Stone, Bronze

Wedding Chest with Bronze Inlay on a Custom Stand-France, c. 1860
By André-Charles Boulle
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
rosewood chest has gilt bronze stringing and Boulle style inlay of mother-of-pearl and bronze. The military
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Bronze

1980s French Empire Style Marble Top Chest
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1980s French Empire style marble top chest with bronze mounts.
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Vintage 1980s Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

1980s French Empire Style Marble Top Chest
1980s French Empire Style Marble Top Chest
H 35.5 in W 54.25 in D 20 in
French Walnut Semanier
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Fine French Louis XVI walnut Semanier tall chest with bronze escucheons and scalloped apron.
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Antique 1790s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

French Walnut Semanier
French Walnut Semanier
H 66.5 in W 20.25 in D 16.5 in
Danish Louis XVI Mahogany With Bronzes Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
Danish Louis XVI mahogany chest of drawers from Copenhagen, circa 1790.
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Antique Late 19th Century Danish Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Large Royal Early 17th Century Japanese Lacquer Chest with Gilt-Bronze Mounts
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A large Japanese transitional lacquer chest with gilt-metal mounts Edo period, early 17th
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Antique Early 17th Century Japanese Blanket Chests

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Bronze

Late Empire French Walnut Chest of Drawers with Bronze Handles
Located in Prato, Tuscany
technical and historical information to guarantee the authenticity of our objects. French chest of drawers
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Antique Late 19th Century French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Chest of Three Drawers with Desk, Claw Feet and Bronze Handles
Located in Marbella, ES
Chest of Three Drawers with Desk, Claw Feet and Bronze Handles
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

English Chest with Footboard and Drawers on Top and Bronze Fittings
Located in Marbella, ES
English Chest with Footboard and Drawers on Top and Bronze Fittings
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Antique 18th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Louis XV Bombay Chest Commode with Mounted Bronze Ormolu
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique French Bombay commode or chest of drawers France, Early 20th century
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Vintage Retro Style Chest of drawers with Brass, Copper, Bronze Drawers
By Renats Kotlevs
Located in Riga, LV
finish. Brass, copper and bronze drawer fronts are finished with patina in vintage style. The dresser is
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...

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Marble, Brass, Bronze, Copper

Italy Lacquered Wooden Belle Epoque Style Chest of Drawers with Bronzes
Located in Brescia, IT
. We can find in this important chest of drawers the antique technics of realization about processing
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Belle Époque Commodes and Chests o...

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Bronze

Chest of Drawers Covered with Amber Mirror Bronzed Skirting Glass Flower Knobs
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’. The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality. A constant...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal, Bronze

Theodore Alexander Humorous Chest of Nine Drawers with Bronze Monkey Head Pulls
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Stamford, CT
An amusing leather panel chest on stand, with nine bronze monkey head handled drawers, by Theodore
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20th Century American Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

19th Century Louis XVI Style French Oak Chest with Original Bronze Hardware
Located in Chicago, IL
19th century Louis XVI style continental chest with two drawers in carved oak, veneered with panels
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Curved Ebonized Chest of Drawers with Bronze Elements Stamped De Beyne Roubaix
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice curved chest of drawers is made of ebonized wood with finely chiseled bronze
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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

18th Century, French, Walnut Commode/ Chest with Gilt Bronze Hardware
Located in Essex, MA
/ chest with a lovely top in perfect condition with an outstanding patina to the entire piece. Original
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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Walnut

20th Century Directoire-Style Chest of Seven Drawers with Bronze Pulls, France
Located in Miami, FL
Seven-drawered French chest of drawers or Semainiere, dresser. The chest shows fluted three-quarter
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Early 20th Century French Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

20th Century Royal Francois Link chest of drawers, oak with gilt bronze
Located in Berlin, DE
FRENCH CHEST OF DRAWERS DESIGN AFTER FRANÇOIS LINKE & LÉON MESSAGÉ Finely chased, gilded fittings
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20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Spanish Polychrome Chest of Drawers with Three Drawers and Bronze Handles
Located in Marbella, ES
Spanish Polychrome Chest of Drawers with Three Drawers and Bronze Handles
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Antique 19th Century Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Paul Sormani Fruitwood Box Dedicated to Marie, Dated 1868
By Paul Sormani
Located in New York, NY
Our fruitwood jewelry chest with bronze mounts and plaque dedicated to Marie comes from the
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Boxes

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Bronze

Pair of 19th Century Japanese Meiji Period Dore Bronze Mounted Lacquered Chests
Located in New York, NY
A Fine Pair of 19th Century Japanese Meiji Period Dore Bronze Mounted Lacquered Chests/Trunks
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Antique 1880s Japanese Meiji Blanket Chests

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Bronze

Oriental Chest with Elm Drawers in the Colour of the Wood with Bronze Pulls
Located in Marbella, ES
Oriental Chest with Elm Drawers in the Colour of the Wood with Bronze Pulls.
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Late 20th Century Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Elm

19th Century French Neoclassical Empire Bronze & Mahogany Lingerie Chest
Located in Hopewell, NJ
19th century French Louis XVI neoclassical mahogany semainier or tall chest. Hand crafted from
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Antique 19th Century French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Tall Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Bronze Trim and White Marble Top
Located in Dallas, TX
A tall handsome mahogany chest of drawers with a white marble top and bronze gallery. Bronze
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Antique Early 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

18th c. French Regency style Commode / chest with ornate bronze dore mounts
Located in Houston, TX
This French 18th century commode is in the regence style. Bronze Handles in a brilliant hue and
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

20th Century Louis XV Chest of Drawers, Bronze Gilt
Located in Berlin, DE
Louis XV style chest of drawers Tulipwood veneer and maple. Body cambered on all sides with
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20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Old Chinese Chest in Wood with Decorations and Bronze Lock, 20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
Old Chinese chest in wood with hinges. Decorative plates and bronze lock, 20th century. Very good
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20th Century Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Asian Hardwood Trunk, Bronzed-Mounted Chest, Coffer, Late 20th Century
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an Asian hardwood trunk, a bronzed metal mounted chest or coffer dating to the late 20th
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Late 20th Century Central Asian Chinese Export Blanket Chests

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Hardwood

Italian Venetian Serpentine Olivewood & Bronze Mounted 4 Drawer Commode / Chest
Located in New York, NY
Italian Venetian (18th century) olive wood chest with a serpentine front and shaped top, containing
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Antique 18th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal, Bronze

Hollywood Regency Maison Jansen Style Chests / Nightstand, Black Lacquer, Bronze
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
Hollywood Regency Maison Jansen Style Chests / Nightstand, Black Lacquer, Bronze A Recently
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Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

French Style 3-Drawer Chest of Drawers with Marble Top, Bronze and Marquetry
Located in Miami, FL
French Style 3-Drawer Chest of Drawers with Marble Top, Bronze and Marquetry Offered for sale is a
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Mid-20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

20th Century Marquetry Chest of Drawers with Bronze Details and Cream Marble Top
Located in Miami, FL
20th century marquetry chest of drawers with bronze details and cream marble top.
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Mid-20th Century European French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Ebony Hollywood Regency Bronze Mounted Commode, Sideboard, Chest, Marble Top
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
An Ebony Louis XV commode or chest in the Hollywood Regency Fashion. This stunning French chest
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Early 20th Century French Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Jewelry Dresser, Drawer Chest, Bronze, Organic Design, handcrafted in Germany
By Eckehard Weimann
Located in Dietmannsried, Bavaria
with edges and kinks. The handles are integrated in the front. Made of wood and coated with bronze
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2010s German Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

French Louis XVI Figural Bronze Ormolu Chest Commode After Benneman
Located in Chicago, IL
French Louis XVI figural bronze ormolu chest commode styled after Benneman. This is an
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Vintage 1930s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

French Commode/ Chest Bombe’ Form with Marquetry Inlay and Bronze Mounts 19th C
Located in Houston, TX
Rouge marble top commode/chest of drawers having three drawers. Intricate floral marquetry inlay in
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Kingwood, Satinwood, Tulipwood

Bronze rosewood chest of drawers Louis XV Fusion Style, 20th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
Chest of drawers with mirrored top with encrusted stars, gilded bronze and rosewood parquetry with
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20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Chest of Drawers Barocchetto Maple Poplar Bronze Emilia, Italy, 1700
Located in Milano, IT
Large chest of drawers with barocchetto shelf from Emilia, with the typical curved and rounded on
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Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Pair of French Kingwood Bronze Mounted Commodes / Chest of Drawers, Nightstands
By François Linke
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of French Kingwood Bronze Mounted Commodes / Chest of Drawers or Bedside Stands 1960s, each
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Vintage 1960s Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Polished 18th/19th Century Mahogany Chest, Dresser or Commode, Bronze Accents
Located in Stamford, CT
Polished 18th/19th Century Mahogany Chest, Dresser or Commode, Bronze Accents Wonderfully
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Antique French Louis XVI Chest of Drawers Commode, Bronze and Brass
Located in Senonches, Centre-Val de Loire
Antique French Louis XVI style chest of drawers, fluted legs and long feet finished with golden
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass, Bronze

Walnut Wood Chest with Inlays and Three Drawers
Located in Marbella, ES
Hand-carved and inlaid walnut chest of drawers with three drawers and bronze handles.
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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Walnut Wood Chest with Inlays and Three Drawers
Walnut Wood Chest with Inlays and Three Drawers
H 29.14 in W 24.41 in D 13.39 in
Walnut Wood Chest with Inlay and Three Drawers
Located in Marbella, ES
Hand-Carved and inlaid walnut chest of drawers with three drawers and bronze handles.
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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Walnut Wood Chest with Inlay and Three Drawers
Walnut Wood Chest with Inlay and Three Drawers
H 27.56 in W 21.66 in D 11.82 in
French Hollywood Regency Chest or Commode by Maison Jansen, Bronze, Marble
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
French Hollywood Regency chest or commode by Maison Jansen, bronze, marble. A Hollywood Regency
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Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Tortoise Wood Bronze Mounted Greek Key Design Commode / Chest Manner Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
A tortoise wood bronze-mounted Greek key design commode or bedside stand in the manner of Maison
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Louise Art Deco Blanket Chests Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered White Bronze
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
makers trace and cut complex forms that will cover the chair in a skin of copper, white bronze, brass or
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2010s Indian Art Deco Blanket Chests

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Metal, Sheet Metal

Antique French, Louis XVI Chest of Drawers Commode, Carrara Marble & Bronze
Located in Senonches, Centre-Val de Loire
Antique French, Louis XVI style chest of drawers topped with a white Carrara marble, fluted legs
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Vintage 1920s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Carrara Marble, Bronze

Louise Art Deco Blanket Chests Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
makers trace and cut complex forms that will cover the chair in a skin of copper, white bronze, brass or
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2010s Indian Art Deco Blanket Chests

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Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Deco Blanket Chests Fine Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
makers trace and cut complex forms that will cover the chair in a skin of copper, white bronze, brass or
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2010s Indian Other Blanket Chests

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Metal, Sheet Metal

Louise Art Deco Blanket Chests Fine Hammered White Bronze by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
they can experience the finish first hand. Louise Art Deco Blanket Chests Fine Hammered White Bronze
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2010s Indian Art Deco Blanket Chests

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Metal, Sheet Metal

Superb Bright Bronze Ormolu French Louis XV Marble Top Commode Chest
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a spectacular and brightly polished bronze and brass ormolu adorned commode in the French
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Antique 1820s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

1920s Asian Dowry, Blanket or Storage Chest, Bronze Decorated J. L. George
Located in Stamford, CT
1920s Century Asian Dowry, blanket or storage chest. Bronze decorated having strong bronze hinges
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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Chinese Export Blanket Chests

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Brass

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Chest With Bronze For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of chest with bronze on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and bronze. Find 344 options for an antique or vintage piece of chest with bronze now, or shop our selection of 10 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. There are many kinds of the item from our selection of chest with bronze you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Each choice in our collection of chest with bronze bearing Louis XV, Louis XVI or Empire hallmarks is very popular. A well-made object in our assortment of chest with bronze has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Luis Pons, Matthieu Criaerd and Baker Furniture Company are consistently popular.

How Much is a Chest With Bronze?

Prices for a piece of chest with bronze can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $613 and can go as high as $234,137, while the average can fetch as much as $4,931.

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 With Bronze
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A mule chest is a low chest that has a drawer or a set of drawers at its base and a hinged top. It stands on legs or brackets and it is usually wider than it is deep. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary mule chests from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A marriage chest is an ornate chest that is given as a gift or dowry to the bride by her parents. It was popular during the Renaissance period in Italy. It was especially used to hold a bride's dowry goods or other possessions. Find marriage chests and other vintage and antique case pieces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A door chest is a small cabinet with shelves and is used for storage. They are usually found in bedrooms and living rooms to provide a little extra storage. Shop for a range of antique and vintage door chests on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs 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.

  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Tansu 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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.
  • 1stDibs 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, 2022
    A brazier is a compact, short container for burning incense to scent a room, or charcoal for heating or light. Originating in Asia, many were crafted from bronze for durability and a beautiful gleaming look. Browse 1stDibs to find a variety of antique braziers from top sellers around the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bronze cannon is a type of heavy weapon used during the 17th century. They became popular tools for warfare because they were lighter than iron guns and therefore easier to transport by land and sea. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of antique cannons.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Chinese bronzes refer to bronze objects that were cast in China before 1500 BCE. These bronze items were most likely used as ritual pieces for worship of the user’s ancestors, whose names were often inscribed on the bronze. You’ll find a variety of Chinese bronzes from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A bronze relief refers to a sculptural technique that sees a form added or raised up from a solid background made from the same material. Check out On 1stDibs, find a wide range of sculptures for your home.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Bombay chests are also called bombe chests and are a chest of drawers that feature a distinctive curved or bowed shape. The term bombe is French for a curved piece of furniture, meaning bomb-shaped. This shape of chest originated in the early 1700s in an attempt to soften the lines of furniture and create a more comfortable and casual look. Shop a collection of Bombay chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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