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Veneto Chest by Patina
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful Veneto chest by Patina (Italy)
Hand painted detail inside and out.
Category
20th Century Italian Dressers
Materials
Wood
Hand Painted Bombay Chest by Patina Furniture Company, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A lovely hand-painted Bombe or Bombay Chest of Drawers by Patina Furniture Company, 1980s. This
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Bohemian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Chinese Early 20th Century Elm Blanket Chest with Honey Toned Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese elmwood blanket chest from the early 20th century, with lateral handles. Created in China
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Blanket Chests
Materials
Elm
Nine Drawer Chest in Antiqued White Paint Patina
Located in Dallas, TX
This piece is a part of Brendan Bass’s one-of-a-kind collection, Le Monde. French for “The World”, the Le Monde collection is made up of rare and hard to find pieces curated by Brend...
Category
20th Century Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Shagreen Chest of Drawers with Antique Brass Patina Legs by Ginger Brown
By Ginger Brown
Located in Bourguebus, FR
This chest of drawers from our collection CIRCINI is made of dark grey shagreen (our ref CARBON
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 33.47 in W 39.38 in D 13.78 in
Chinese 1920s Camphor Wood Blanket Chest with Brass Hardware and Natural Patina
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Chinese camphor wood blanket chest from the early 20th century, with brass hardware
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Blanket Chests
Materials
Brass
H 17.75 in W 35 in D 18.5 in
Antique Gothic Blanket Chest / Trunk with Amazing Patina & Original Lock ca 1700
Located in Lisse, NL
Marvelously hand-crafted chest from the late 1600s or early 1700s.
One of the things that make
Category
Antique 17th Century Spanish Gothic Revival Blanket Chests
Materials
Iron, Wrought Iron
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H 26.3 in W 52.4 in D 23.2 in
Quilted Chest of Drawers in Cream Shagreen & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The quilted chest of drawers in cream shagreen is a beautifully detailed piece with its shagreen
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Brass
H 35.44 in W 19.69 in D 43.31 in
Lola Chest of Drawers in Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Lola chest of drawers by R&Y Augousti is an elegant piece with its subtle geometry. This chest
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Brass
Quilted Chest of Drawers in Cream Shagreen & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The quilted chest of drawers in cream shagreen is a beautifully detailed piece with its shagreen
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Brass
H 35.44 in W 19.69 in D 43.31 in
Lola Chest of Drawers in Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Lola chest of drawers by R&Y Augousti is an elegant piece with its subtle geometry. This chest
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Brass
Tomboy Chest of Drawers in Cream Shagreen & Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
inlaid with bronze-patina brass strips to add another touch of luxury. This chest is extremely piratical
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Brass
H 35.44 in W 19.69 in D 43.31 in
Lola Chest of Drawers in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Lola chest of drawers by R&Y Augousti is an elegant piece with its subtle geometry. This chest
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Brass
H 90 in W 50 in D 108 in
Lola Chest of Drawers in Cream Shagreen and Bronze-Patina Brass by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Lola chest of drawers by R&Y Augousti is an elegant piece with its subtle geometry. This chest
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Brass
H 90 in W 50 in D 108 in
Chinese Vintage Four-Drawer Chest with Caramel Patina and Iron Hardware
Located in Yonkers, NY
patina and iron hardware. Our vintage chest features a long rectangular top offering ample room for
Category
Mid-20th Century Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Shagreen Commode Bar with Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
bronze-patina brass legs. The interior is inlaid in gemelina wood and features two adjustable/removable
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Commodes and Chests of D...
Materials
Brass
Camphor wood campaign chest
Located in Salisbury, GB
Antique camphorwood campaign chest
This Antique camphorwood campaign chest was made circa 1840
Category
Antique 1840s English Campaign Blanket Chests
Materials
Hardwood
19th century blanket chest
By Societé anonyme francaise
Located in TARBES, FR
magnificent patina for this chest, all the ironwork was made by hand, the top of the chest shows
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Campaign Blanket Chests
Materials
Oak
French Gothic Linenfold Chest
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
This Gothic walnut chest, with an exceptional patina, is a good example of furniture intended to be
Category
Antique 16th Century French Gothic Blanket Chests
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Scandinavian Wooden Chest
Located in High Point, NC
its heritage, complemented by the unique patina that only comes with age. The chest's surface is a
Category
Antique 19th Century Scandinavian Blanket Chests
Materials
Wood
Constellation Commode/Bar in Cream Shagreen & Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu, Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
bronze-patina brass legs. The interior is inlaid in gemelina wood and features two adjustable/removable
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Brass
H 35.44 in W 18.51 in D 42.92 in
George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality, George III Mahogany chest on chest, having a dentil moulded cornice
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Mahogany
Louise Art Deco Blanket Chests Fine Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
they can experience the finish first hand.
Louise Art Deco Blanket Chests Fine Hammered Antique
Category
2010s Indian Other Blanket Chests
Materials
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
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Blanket Chests
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Monumental Antique Indian Dowry Chest
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent antique metal-bound solid teak wood damchiya marriage dowry chest with hidden
Category
Antique 19th Century Indian Rustic Blanket Chests
Materials
Iron
Parchment Chest of Drawers by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Lola chest of drawers by R&Y Augousti is an elegant piece with its subtle geometry. This chest
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Brass
Hollywood Regency Eight-Drawer Chest by Landstrom Furniture
By Landstrom Furniture
Located in Toledo, OH
Hollywood Regency eight-drawer chest by Landstrom Furniture. circa 1950s. Eight-drawer dresser made
Category
20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
George III Chest on Chest in Mahogany
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn4768 exceptional George III mahogany chest on chest, having dentil carved cornice above 2 short
Category
Antique 18th Century British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Fluted Chest of Drawers by R&Y Augousti
By R & Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The fluted chest of drawers by R & Y Augousti is a sleek and geometric design. The black pen shell
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Shell
Rive Gauche Chest-of-Drawers by Pierre Gonalons
By Pierre Gonalons
Located in PARIS, FR
Gris Couture lacquered beech chest-of-drawers. Three drawers on metal rails. Diamond-tipped edgings
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Beech
Four Drawer Server in original Paint Patina
Located in Dallas, TX
This piece is a part of Brendan Bass’s one-of-a-kind collection, Le Monde. French for “The World”, the Le Monde collection is made up of rare and hard to find pieces curated by Brend...
Category
20th Century Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Louise Art Deco Blanket Chests Fleur De Lis Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu
By Paul Mathieu, Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
they can experience the finish first hand.
Louise Art Deco Blanket Chests Fleur De Lis Smooth Brass
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Blanket Chests
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Copper
Louise Art Deco Blanket Chests Fleur De Lis Smooth Copper by Paul Mathieu
By Paul Mathieu, Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
they can experience the finish first hand.
Louise Art Deco Blanket Chests Fleur De Lis Smooth Copper
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Blanket Chests
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Copper
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
19C English Naval Captain's Sea Chest
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING a GORGEOUS 19C English Naval Captain’s Sea Chest.
Made in Britain, probably England
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Blanket Chests
Materials
Oak
Mid-century Spanish Brass Clad Chest by Sarreid LTD
By Sarried Ltd.
Located in Malibu, CA
Stunning midcentury Spanish 1960s brass clad chest with coppery tacks/nail heads. by Sarried.
The
Category
Mid-20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Copper
Antique Bombay Chest
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a lovely antique Bombay chest! This piece dates to the late 18th century and has lovely
Category
Antique 1780s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
Louise Art Deco Blanket Chests Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Copper by Paul Mathie
By Paul Mathieu, Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
they can experience the finish first hand.
Louise Art Deco Blanket Chests Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Blanket Chests
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Copper
H 33 in W 18 in D 84 in
Louise Art Deco Blanket Chests Fleur De Lis Fine Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu
By Paul Mathieu, Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
they can experience the finish first hand.
Louise Art Deco Blanket Chests Fleur De Lis Fine Hammered
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Blanket Chests
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Copper
H 33 in W 18 in D 84 in
Louise Art Deco Blanket Chests Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu
By Paul Mathieu, Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
they can experience the finish first hand.
Louise Art Deco Blanket Chests Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Blanket Chests
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Brass
H 33 in W 18 in D 84 in
Rue De Beaune Chest-of-drawers by Pierre Gonalons
By Pierre Gonalons
Located in PARIS, FR
Géranium lacquered beech chest-of-drawers with two drawers with polished brass frame handle.
It is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of...
Materials
Beech
Louise Art Deco Blanket Chests Fleur De Lis Smooth White Bronze by Paul Mathieu
By Paul Mathieu, Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
they can experience the finish first hand.
Louise Art Deco Blanket Chests Fleur De Lis Smooth White
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Blanket Chests
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Copper
H 33 in W 18 in D 84 in
Louise Art Deco Blanket Chests Fleur De Lis Fine Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu
By Paul Mathieu, Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
they can experience the finish first hand.
Louise Art Deco Blanket Chests Fleur De Lis Fine Hammered
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Blanket Chests
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Brass
H 33 in W 18 in D 84 in
18th Century Wooden Chest with Black Lacquer
Located in Kastrup, DK
and iron band.
Decorative chest with beautiful natural patina, highlighted by clear lacquer surface
Category
Antique 18th Century Chinese Qing Blanket Chests
Materials
Iron
Antique Georgian Period Dovetailed Oak Mule Chest
Located in Forney, TX
A Georgian era (1714-1837) English oak mule chest.
Born in the late 18th / early 19th century
Category
Antique Late 18th Century George III Blanket Chests
Materials
Brass, Iron
Restored Pair of Chests by Edward Wormley, circa 1947
By Drexel, Edward Wormley
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful pair of Modern chests by Edward Wormley for Drexel, circa 1947. Expertly constructed in
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
16th century large chest strongbox iron and walnut
Located in Vosselaar, BE
A quite large 16th century Italian so called 'coffre fort' . Coffers or chest like these were
Category
Antique 16th Century Italian Gothic Blanket Chests
Materials
Iron
Early 19th C. Italian Carved Walnut Chest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
figures on either side of the piece. The walnut has developed a beautiful patina over the years. There
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Renaissance Blanket Chests
Materials
Walnut
Chest of drawers in Black stone marquetry by Ginger Brown
By Ginger Brown
Located in Bourguebus, FR
This chest of drawers is made of black stone marquetry with shagreen details on the top and the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Stone
17th Century English Carved Oak Dowry Chest
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting an absolutely gorgeous and historic 17th century English carved oak dowry chest.
Made
Category
Antique Early 17th Century English Jacobean Blanket Chests
Materials
Oak
Pyramid Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
where needed by in house artisans. Chest has only been lightly restored and recoated to preserve patina
Category
1990s Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
George III Figured Mahogany Tallboy Chest on Chest Circa 1760s
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
A fine George III , figured mahogany chest on chest dating to the 1760s , In excellent antique
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century British George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
(3) Henning Kjaernulf Danish Mid-Century Oak Chests
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Norwalk, CT
Kjærnulf Chests. Each chest, individually sculpted with precision, resonates with the impeccable artistry
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests
Materials
Oak
Parchment Chest of Drawers with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Dandy oval chest of drawers by Kifu Paris is an elegant and a luxurious home accent, inlaid in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Brass
Parchment Chest of Drawers with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Dandy oval chest of drawers by Kifu Paris is an elegant and a luxurious home accent, inlaid in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Brass
Shagreen Chest of Drawers with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Dandy oval chest of drawers by Kifu Paris is an elegant and a luxurious home accent, inlaid in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Brass
Shagreen Chest of Drawers with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris
By Kifu Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Dandy oval chest of drawers by Kifu Paris is an elegant and a luxurious home accent, inlaid in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Brass
Antique Spanish Painted Chest
Located in Austin, TX
Chest from Spain featuring the original salmon colored paint and wonderful patina. The paint has
Category
Vintage 1910s Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
19th Century Pine Chest
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a lovely antique pine chest! This piece dates to the 19th century and has lovely patina
Category
Antique 1880s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
Vintage Danish Rosewood Chest of Drawers by Hg Furniture, 1960s
By Rud Thygesen and Johnny Sorensen, Hansen & Guldborg Møbler
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish rosewood chest of drawers by Johnny Sørensen and Rud Thygesen for Hansen & Guldborg
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
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Chests By Patina For Sale on 1stDibs
With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the chests by patina you’re looking for. Each chests by patina for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using brass, metal and shagreen stingray. If you’re shopping for a chests by patina, we have 2 options in-stock, while there are 11 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect chests by patina — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A chests by patina made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Modern — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made chests by patina over the years, but those crafted by R & Y Augousti, Ginger Brown and Kifu Augousti are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Chests By Patina?
A chests by patina can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $9,300, while the lowest priced sells for $1,750 and the highest can go for as much as $10,776.
Finding the Right storage-case-pieces 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.
Questions About Chests By Patina
- What is patina leather?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Patina leather has a slightly distressed look to it. You can buy it that way or let it happen naturally. When leather mixes with dirt, body oils and sunlight, it can start to wear down and develop the patina.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024To help your Louis Vuitton achieve an even patina, it is important to minimize its contact with oils and other compounds. Storing your Louis Vuitton in its dust bag and using a wax-free leather conditioner will help the patina to even out. You’ll find a variety of Louis Vuitton handbags on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024To help your Louis Vuitton achieve an even patina, it is important to minimize its contact with oils and other compounds. Storing your Louis Vuitton in its dust bag and using a wax-free leather conditioner will help the patina to even out. You’ll find a variety of Louis Vuitton handbags on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024There is no process to quickly add patina to your Louis Vuitton leather goods. The iconic luxury brand's leather handbags and shoulder bags, for example, will develop a layer of patina with time and continuous use.
Patina refers to the natural aging of your Louis Vuitton leather goods. This aging affects the look, feel and color of your leather bag or accessory, and it occurs owing to everyday use as well as to the item's exposure to the oils in your skin and nature's elements.
See Louis Vuitton's official website for guidance on caring for your leather goods, and find a collection of the brand's bags and accessories on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertMarch 7, 2024There is no process to quickly add patina to your Louis Vuitton leather goods. The iconic luxury brand's leather handbags and shoulder bags, for example, will develop a layer of patina with time and continuous use.
Patina refers to the natural aging of your Louis Vuitton leather goods. This aging affects the look, feel and color of your leather bag or accessory, and it occurs owing to everyday use as well as to the item's exposure to the oils in your skin and nature's elements.
See Louis Vuitton's official website for guidance on caring for your leather goods, and find a collection of the brand's bags and accessories 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- What is a mule chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A 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.
- What is a marriage chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A 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.
- What is a door chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A 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.
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