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Pair of Three Drawer Brass Clad Chests in Manner of Sarreid, Circa 1970s
By Sarreid Ltd.
Located in Peabody, MA
A pair of nightstand height three drawer brass clad chests with stud details, most likely by
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Studded Leather Travel Chest
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
19th C dome top leather covered travel chest decorated with brass studs. 1850. Reference: 7537
Category

Antique 19th Century French Blanket Chests

Materials

Leather, Pine

Studded Leather Travel Chest
Studded Leather Travel Chest
H 26 in W 44.5 in D 21 in
17th Century French Brass Studded Chest
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
17th Century French brass studded chest with wonderfully decorative and intricate patterns created
Category

Antique 17th Century French Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

17th Century French Brass Studded Chest
17th Century French Brass Studded Chest
H 23.63 in W 44.89 in D 22.05 in
18th Century Spanish Studded Leather Chest
Located in Greenwich, CT
Very good Spanish 18th century studded leather chest, the domed lit with Arabesque design stud work
Category

Antique Early 18th Century Spanish Baroque Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Antique Zanzibar Chest in Teak Wood with Brass Overlay and Studs
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Rare early 20th century handcrafted Zanzibar blanket chest with brass metal overlay and brass studs
Category

Early 20th Century Tanzanian Tribal Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

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
Category

Early 20th Century Indian Blanket Chests

Materials

Bronze

17th Century William and Mary Brass Studded Leather Chest
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
still retaining its marbled lined paper . Brass studded design stylised floral and swirled design with
Category

Antique 17th Century British William and Mary Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Tommi Parzinger Chest, White Lacquer, Brass Studded
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Tommi Parzinger, white lacquer and brass studded chest. Drop-front blanket chest which could
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Modern Gilt Lacquered Studded Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Modern gilt lacquered studded chest of drawers, with black lacquered top fitted with two drawers
Category

20th Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Antique Zanzibar Omani Teak & Brass Studded Copper Clad Dowry Chest Trunk, 1880
Located in Portland, OR
strap hinges and a single lidded candle till. The base of the chest having three drawers with stud work
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Omani Moorish Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass, Copper

Antique 19th Century Zanzibar Shirazi Brass Stud & Copper Clad Dowry Chest, 1850
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique 'Zanzibar' teak and brass stud work with copper overlay dowry chest, circa 1850. A
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Bahraini Islamic Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass, Copper

Tommi Parzinger Iconic Studded Small Chest/Bedside Table 1981
By Tommi Parzinger, Parzinger Originals
Located in New York, NY
Small cabinet/chest/bedside table model 223S with 2 drawers in white lacquered mahogany with chrome
Category

Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chrome

Important Travel Chest with a Domed Top
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
metallic reinforcements, a richly studded decor; and iron-forged handles. These chests were used for
Category

Antique 16th Century Blanket Chests

Materials

Walnut

Important Travel Chest with a Domed Top
Important Travel Chest with a Domed Top
H 28.35 in W 49.22 in D 22.05 in
Tommi Parzinger Originals Brass Studded & Blue Lacquered Two Drawer Chest
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Buffalo, NY
dresser but scale suggests nightstand or bedside chest. Solid brass round domed studs evocative of
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Tommi Parzinger Originals Brass Studded & White Lacquered Two Drawer Chest
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Hanover, MA
dresser but scale suggests nightstand or bedside chest. Solid brass round domed studs evocative of hobnail
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Indonesian Vintage Chest with Unique Latch & Side Handles
Located in Yonkers, NY
A vintage Indonesian blanket chest from the mid 20th century, with brass studs, unusual lock
Category

Mid-20th Century Indonesian Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Indonesian 19th Century Wooden Blanket Chest with Detailed Brass Hardware
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indonesia antique wooden blanket chest from the 19th century, with detailed brass hardware
Category

Antique 19th Century Indonesian Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Exceptional Cathedral Chest
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
EXCEPTIONAL CATHEDRAL CHEST ORIGIN: GERMANY PERIOD: 15th CENTURY Height : 77 cm Length : 147 cm
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

Exceptional Cathedral Chest
Exceptional Cathedral Chest
H 30.32 in W 57.88 in D 22.84 in
Chinese Qing Dynasty 19th Century Distressed Blanket Chest with Iron Fittings
Located in Yonkers, NY
A large Chinese Qing Dynasty period distressed blanket chest from the 19th century, with iron
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Blanket Chests

Materials

Iron

19th Century Indian Brass over Wood Bridal Chest with Hand-Tooled Décor
Located in Yonkers, NY
studs and sitting below scrollwork, the chest presents side handles and is resting on petite feet. With
Category

Antique 19th Century Indian Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Zanzibar 19th Century Dowry Chest
Located in Nantwich, GB
A rare mid 19th century Zanzibar chest out fitted with bronze sheet and brass studs in a stunning
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Zanzibari Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Zanzibar 19th Century Dowry Chest
Zanzibar 19th Century Dowry Chest
H 18.5 in W 43 in D 18.5 in
Zanzibar 19th Century Dowry Chest
Located in Nantwich, GB
A rare mid 19th century Zanzibar chest out fitted with bronze sheet and brass studs in a stunning
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Zanzibari Other Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Zanzibar 19th Century Dowry Chest
Zanzibar 19th Century Dowry Chest
H 18.5 in W 43 in D 18.5 in
Chest or Stollentruhe, Early 16th Century, German Gothic, Oak Chest, Original
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
. This type of large oak standing chest is known as a 'stollentruhe' (studded chest) and is thought to
Category

Antique 16th Century German Gothic Blanket Chests

Materials

Oak

Green Leather Camphorwood Studded Trunk
Located in Wilson, NC
This trunk has repeating brass stud work that frames the top with a studded panel. A few of the
Category

Antique 1830s English Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Green Leather Camphorwood Studded Trunk
Green Leather Camphorwood Studded Trunk
H 18.5 in W 42 in D 21.25 in
18th Century Continental Storage Chest
Located in New York, NY
18th Century Continental Storage Chest with brass strapwork and studs. Measures: 44" x 21" x 22".
Category

Antique 18th Century French Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

George II Brass-Studded Leather Trunk
Located in London, GB
A FINE GEORGE II BRASS-STUDDED LEATHER TRUNK BY HENRY NICKLES, CIRCA 1730. Geometrically decorated
Category

Antique 18th Century Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

George II Brass-Studded Leather Trunk
George II Brass-Studded Leather Trunk
H 22.5 in W 42.5 in D 22.5 in
English Studded Black Leather Coach Trunk
Located in Montreal, QC
English studded black leather coach trunk, brass lock key hole stamped VR patent for Victoria
Category

Antique 1850s English Blanket Chests

Materials

Leather

Antique Large Chest in Sucupira Wood
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
tell the story of its age and origins. Adorning the chest are studs with embossed ornamentation, which
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Antique 1890s Portuguese Romantic Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Antique Large Chest in Sucupira Wood
Antique Large Chest in Sucupira Wood
H 31.5 in W 55.12 in D 30.71 in
Renzo Rutili Mahogany and White Micarta Chest-on-Chest
By Renzo Rutili, Johnson Furniture Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Renzo Rutili for Johnson Furniture tall two-tiered gentleman's chest. Mahogany cases and drawer
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

19th Century Brass Bound Campaign Chest, Secret Interior
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
A 19th century brass bound campaign chest, secret interior This is a beautiful looking and fine
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Campaign Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Geometric Dowery Chest, England 1716
Located in Culver City, CA
Geometric Dowery Chest, England 1716 Constructed in pine, chest with single drawer on bottom
Category

Antique 18th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

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

André Sornay chest of drawers
André Sornay chest of drawers
H 29.14 in W 34.26 in D 18.51 in
19th Century Italian Provincial Chest
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This monumental 19th century provincial chest includes a hide exterior with intricate stud
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Hide, Leather, Paper

19th Century Italian Provincial Chest
19th Century Italian Provincial Chest
H 30.5 in W 48 in D 25 in
Small Antique Dome Top Chest, Spanish, Leather, Decorative Trunk, Georgian, 1750
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small antique dome-top chest. A Spanish, leather covered decorative trunk, dating to the
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Spanish Blanket Chests

Materials

Leather

Arcon, Chest, Coffer, Leather, Spanish, Baroque, Brass Studwork, Domed, Travel
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
this condition are rare. The ornamentation uses three different designs and sizes of floral studs
Category

Antique 1620s Spanish Baroque Blanket Chests

Materials

Leather

Arcon Chest Coffer Leather Armorial Spanish Baroque Gilded Brass Studwork Domed
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
designs and sizes of floral studs. This striking arcon is in exceptional condition having been in the same
Category

Antique 1620s Spanish Baroque Blanket Chests

Materials

Leather

Rare Late Medieval 16th Century German Wrought Iron Oak Chest or Stollentruhe
Located in Dallas, TX
large oak standing chest is known as a ‘stollentruhe’ (studded chest) and is thought to have been made
Category

Antique 16th Century German Gothic Blanket Chests

Materials

Wrought Iron

Vintage Maitland Smith Rush and Leather Clad Chest
By Maitland Smith
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Vintage Maitland Smith Rush and Leather Clad Chest. Leather clad studded construction with natural
Category

Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Leather, Rush

Italian pony and leather bauole chest of drawers
Located in Milano, IT
with studs that punctuate the chest with a sense of purpose and style.
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Fur, Leather

Antique Leather Bound Military Campaign Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A fantastic antique leather bound military campaign chest of drawers. This was made in England, the
Category

Antique 1890s British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

17th Century Leather Trunk, 17th Century Chest
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
drawing made with little brass studs. It has got 2 iron side handles and an iron lock but no key. Iron
Category

Antique 17th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Leather, Wood

17th Century Leather Trunk, 17th Century Chest
17th Century Leather Trunk, 17th Century Chest
H 25.99 in W 47.25 in D 23.63 in
Louis XVI Chest of drawers from early 19th century
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Early 19th Century Chest of Drawers from Louis XVI period, 1800 Germany, This Louis Seize walnut
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Antique Early 19th Century German Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Contemporary Valentina Giovando Chest of Drawers Wood Zinc Silver Purple
By Valentina Giovando
Located in Milano, IT
Amatemi Bello, Amatemi Grande, Amatemi Diverso. Chest of drawers This Chest of drawers derives
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass, Zinc, Bronze

English George III Demilune Shaped Painted Leather Chest on Stand
Located in Nashville, TN
..With stud work, hand-forged latches and large side handles. Detailed and colorful banquet scenes
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Leather

Large Decorative Brass Zanzibar Trunk with Drawers
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Large Decorative Brass Zanzibar Trunk with Drawers This chest is in fact a mule Chest as it has 2
Category

Antique Early 1900s Folk Art Blanket Chests

Materials

Fruitwood

18th Century French Louis XV Chest of Drawers, Palisander, 1740s
Located in Greven, DE
x D: 83 x 121 x 64 cm Description: French four-bay chest of drawers from the middle of the 18th
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Palisander

Contemporary Valentina Giovando Chest of Drawers Wood Brass Gold Red Beige
By Valentina Giovando
Located in Milano, IT
CASTORP Chest of drawers Reminding the atmosphere of the beginning of the Eighteen century
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Spanish Baroque Leather-Wrapped Coffer Adorn with Brass Accents, 18th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
coffer, with it's rectangular-shaped body, has been ornately decorated with nail head brass studs (which
Category

Antique 18th Century Spanish Baroque Blanket Chests

Materials

Leather, Wood

Studded Leather Travel Chest
Located in Greenwich, CT
Very fine early 18th century leather travel chest or trunk in beautiful brass and iron studded
Category

Antique Early 1700s Spanish Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Leather

Studded Leather Travel Chest
Studded Leather Travel Chest
H 23.5 in W 43 in D 22.5 in
Antique Studded Metal Chest
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique chest or trunk, most likely over 100 years old and from Asia (inferred from the asian
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Rustic Trunks and Luggage

Materials

Metal

Antique Studded Metal Chest
Antique Studded Metal Chest
H 26 in W 36 in D 22.5 in
1970s Gony Nava Four-Door Gilt Brass and Mirror Console with Eight Drawers
Located in Marbella, ES
1970s four-door and eight-drawer gilt brass and mirror studded console by renowned artisan Gony
Category

Late 20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

19th Century Zanzibar Trunk
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
workers This hardwood chest is decorated with brass, studs and fretwork Dowry chests like this were
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Beaux Arts Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

19th Century Zanzibar Trunk
19th Century Zanzibar Trunk
H 15 in W 35 in D 18 in
Velvet Covered Pine Domed Top Blanket Box
Located in Batley, GB
finished with brass studs. Measures: 90cm wide 41cm deep 51cm high.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Blanket Chests

Materials

Velvet, Pine

Large 19th Century Spanish Leather Trunk
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
original studded decoration that is worked to create the patterns. The nail heads are raised and shaped as
Category

Antique 19th Century European Blanket Chests

Materials

Leather

Large 19th Century Spanish Leather Trunk
Large 19th Century Spanish Leather Trunk
H 30.71 in W 46.46 in D 20.87 in
Large Industrial Mail Bin or Storage Cart
By Kennett Fiber Company
Located in Sheffield, MA
studs. These mail bins or carts were used for sorting mail. Can be used for laundry cart or children
Category

Mid-20th Century North American Industrial Blanket Chests

Materials

Natural Fiber

Large Industrial Mail Bin or Storage Cart
Large Industrial Mail Bin or Storage Cart
H 24.5 in W 29 in D 18.58 in
Large Vintage Mail Bin or Storage Cart
Located in Sheffield, MA
and metal studs. These mail bins or carts were used for sorting mail. Can be used for laundry cart or
Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Blanket Chests

Materials

Natural Fiber

Large Vintage Mail Bin or Storage Cart
Large Vintage Mail Bin or Storage Cart
H 28.25 in W 30 in D 19 in
Vintage Mail Bin or Storage Cart
By Kennett Fiber Company
Located in Sheffield, MA
studs. These mail bins or carts were used for sorting mail. Can be used for laundry cart or children
Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Blanket Chests

Materials

Natural Fiber

Vintage Mail Bin or Storage Cart
Vintage Mail Bin or Storage Cart
H 16 in W 22.75 in D 16.5 in
Small Vintage Mail Bin
By Kennett Fiber Company
Located in Sheffield, MA
studs. These mail bins or carts were used for sorting mail. Can be used for laundry cart or children
Category

Mid-20th Century American Industrial Blanket Chests

Materials

Natural Fiber

Small Vintage Mail Bin
Small Vintage Mail Bin
H 18.5 in W 16.25 in D 14.25 in
Pair of Antique Leather Campaign Trunks
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
brass studs. Bearing the label: H. Herbert, 187 strand and stating that the company supplied equipment
Category

Antique 1820s English Regency Blanket Chests

Materials

Steel

Ottoman, Leather, 19th Century, English, Victorian, Mahogany, Serpentine, Tufted
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
upholstered in a floral cotton chintz. The front and sides faced with close nailed brass studs. The base with
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Blanket Chests

Materials

Leather

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An assortment of chest with studs is available at 1stDibs. Each of these unique chest with studs was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and animal skin. There are all kinds of chest with studs available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Chest with studs bearing Baroque or Mid-Century Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Sarreid Ltd. produced beautiful chest with studs that are worth considering.

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  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A stud set is a stylish fastener that covers the top button of a tuxedo shirt. It is worn on formal and semi-formal occasions as per the event's dress code. A collection of stylish vintage stud sets can be found on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    A trinity stud is an earring that is free of hanging parts and features an element arranged in a group of three. Some trinity studs have three pearls or three gemstones, like diamonds or sapphires. Others have three precious metal elements, like a trio of balls or hearts. To some people, trinity studs represent the Christian Holy Trinity or symbolize a person's past, present and future. Shop a large collection of stud earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    A cushion stud is a stud earring that features a cushion-cut gemstone, often a diamond. The cut gives a gemstone a square shape with softly rounded corners. As a brilliant cut, it brings out the sparkle of gemstones, and it has a rich history dating back to the 18th century. Find a diverse assortment of gemstone stud earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cufflink studs fit through the button-holes of a dress shirt’s cuffs. Cufflinks add an air of sophistication to a man’s formal wear. Cufflinks can come in many different styles and lend a touch of personality to an outfit. Shop a collection of cufflinks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    To choose pearl studs, first decide what shape you prefer. Options include the classic round, curvy oval, irregularly shaped baroque and low-profile button shapes. Another thing to consider is size. You can find everything from petite pearl studs that measure 6 to 7 millimeters in diameter to eye-catching statement sizes of 8 to 9 millimeters and above. You may also consider when you intend to wear your earrings. Small to medium sizes are great for everyday wear and work, while larger sizes can be an elegant pick for dressier occasions. Explore a variety of pearl stud earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Typically, you use strong glue to attach a pearl to a stud when making earrings. For a more secure fit, a maker may drill a small hole into the pearl and use a stud with a small peg that fits into the hole. If you're trying to repair a stud earring, consider enlisting the help of an experienced jeweler, as it's possible to damage the pearl if you apply too much glue or exert too much pressure on it. Explore a collection of pearl stud earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    The best stud earrings are the ones that most appeal to you. If you like a subtle look or want something for everyday wear, a solitaire gemstone stud may be a good pick. Cluster studs that feature numerous gemstones arranged in a shape can add more sparkle or color to your ensembles. Another option is the halo stud, which features a large center gemstone surrounded by smaller accent stones. Beyond gemstone pieces, there are also studs featuring pearls, beads and precious metals formed into shapes like balls or crosses. Explore a wide range of stud earrings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    What stud earrings symbolize is a matter of opinion. For many people, stud earrings don't have a deeper meaning, and they wear them because they like their appearance or don't want something that hangs below their ears. To others, stud earrings may represent things like wisdom, confidence or beauty. Some styles may have special meanings. For example, stud earrings set with birthstones can signify what month of the year someone was born, while cross-shaped stud earrings may be associated with the Christian faith. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of stud earrings.
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    A CZ stud earring is a certain style of earring set made with cubic zirconia. Stud earrings are earrings that don't hang below the earlobe. Cubic zirconia is a manufactured alternative to diamonds formed out of zirconium dioxide. Shop an assortment of cubic zirconia stud earrings from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Basket stud earrings are gemstone earrings with a specific setting. In the design, the gemstone rests upon a two-tier setting composed of thick circular wires. Four upright prongs extend from the bottom of the setting to the top and hold the gemstone in place. The design of the basket settings ensures security while allowing more of the gemstone to remain visible and close to the ear. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of basket stud earrings.
  • 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.