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Chest Of Drawers With Central Legs, Three Drawers And Marble Top
Located in London, GB
Chest of three drawers in walnut veneer with oak details. Central leg in metal painted black and
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2010s British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Carrara Marble, Metal

Zebrano Three Chest of Drawers With Central Metal Leg
Located in London, GB
Chest of three drawers in zebrano veneer with oak details. Central leg in metal painted black and
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2010s Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Crescent Chest Of Drawers - Modern White Lacquered Chest with Brass Legs
By Prieto Studio
Located in London, GB
and brass legs that can be customized to order by our team of experienced craftsmen. This piece is
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Brass

Danish Modern Rosewood Chest of Drawers with Hairpin Legs
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and elegant Danish modern chest of drawers on hairpin legs, circa 1960s. The chest is in
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Chest of Drawers with Nickel Hardware and Splayed Legs
Located in St. Louis, MO
1940s mahogany chest in a dark brown finish with open square nickel hardware.
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

21st Century Brocart Chest of Drawers with Hand-carved Legs
By Jumbo Collection
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
of the top layer of lacquer. Brocart chest of drawers with base in wood, hand-carved legs and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of D...

Materials

Wood

Burr Walnut Venner Chest Of Drawers On Legs With Wood Top
Located in London, GB
The Burr chest of drawers is made in burr walnut veneer with three lines that divide in equal
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2010s Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Teak chest of drawers with lockable drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian vintage 1960s chest of drawers. A piece of furniture with clean, essential lines. The
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Teak

Teak chest of drawers with lockable drawers
Teak chest of drawers with lockable drawers
H 25.99 in W 29.53 in D 14.97 in
Italian Midcentury Rococo Style Bombé Chest with Three Drawers and Cabriole Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
serpentine front, three drawers, cabriole legs and exquisite veneer. Add a touch of elegance to your living
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Mid-20th Century Italian Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

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

Materials

Brass

Teak scandi chest of drawers with 3 drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Authentic 3-drawer chest of drawers from the original Scandinavian manufacture of the 1960s. Its
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Teak

Teak scandi chest of drawers with 3 drawers
Teak scandi chest of drawers with 3 drawers
H 28.75 in W 32.09 in D 16.54 in
Chest of Drawers with Macassar Veneer
Located in Chicago, IL
This chest of drawers features a highly polished lacquered finish. The chest dates to the 1960's
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Vintage 1960s Hungarian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Macassar, Lacquer

Chest of Drawers with Macassar Veneer
Chest of Drawers with Macassar Veneer
H 29.75 in W 40 in D 20.5 in
19th Century Chest of Drawers Side Table Marble-Top Carved Legs
Located in Weiningen, CH
19th century small chest of drawers or side table with two drawers. Carved legs with shell
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Antique 1890s German Baroque Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Scandinavian Chest of Drawers with Black Details
Located in Brescia, IT
with metal elements, used for the handles of the drawers and for the toe of the legs. The details of
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Metal

Scandinavian Chest of Drawers with Black Details
Scandinavian Chest of Drawers with Black Details
H 29.14 in W 34.65 in D 16.54 in
Vintage Chest of Drawers with Gold Handles
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian 1960s cabinet with drawers. This retro-looking chest of drawers is distinguished by
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Teak

Vintage Chest of Drawers with Gold Handles
Vintage Chest of Drawers with Gold Handles
H 27.96 in W 30.32 in D 14.97 in
Oiled Walnut Bookmached Six Drawers High Chest Dresser on Bracket Legs
By John Keal, Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern oiled walnut high chest dresser on black lacquer bracket feet. Excellent
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Pair White Bespoke Chests with Three Drawers
Located in Troy, MI
This pair of three drawer chests is new and was custom made to our specifications by an English
Category

2010s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Early French Art Deco High Chest Of Drawers With Six Drawers
Located in Ulm, DE
High chest of drawers wooden body, hand polished shellac probably stained ash and mahogany fluted
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Louis XV Italian Chest of Drawers Walnut Commode High Leg
Located in Sanremo, IM
high leg measuring 90 x 116 x 58 cm. This beautiful chest of drawers with 3 drawers moved centrally
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Antique 1740s Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Chest of Drawers “Pantalonnière” with Three Drawers by Jacques Adnet, France
By Jacques Adnet, Compagnie Des Arts Français
Located in Brussels, BE
Chest of large drawers whose wooden structure is entirely sheathed in saddle stitched black
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Small teak chest of drawers with metal handles
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian furniture from the 1960s with black painted legs. An original, small chest of drawers
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Metal

Small teak chest of drawers with metal handles
Small teak chest of drawers with metal handles
H 27.56 in W 29.53 in D 14.97 in
Three-drawer chest of drawers with wooden handles
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage 1960s cabinet with drawers. Simple, linear forms for this chest of drawers in warm teak
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Vintage Chest of Drawers with Metal Handles
Located in Brescia, IT
1960s teak cabinet with 4 drawers. This chest of drawers is distinguished by the shape of the
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Teak

Tall Teak Chest of Drawers with Wooden Knobs
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian cabinet with 6 drawers original from the 1950s. A capacious chest of drawers that
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Teak

Tall Teak Chest of Drawers with Wooden Knobs
Tall Teak Chest of Drawers with Wooden Knobs
H 40.16 in W 31.5 in D 15.75 in
Modernist Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
A modernist chest in the style of Gio Ponti. Veneer with decorative blue drawer fronts , patinated
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Modernist Chest of Drawers
Modernist Chest of Drawers
H 33 in W 45 in D 22.75 in
FIGURED VICTORIAN WALNUT BOW FRONTED CHEST OF DRAWERS RAiSED ON QUEEN ANNE LEGS
Located in Pulborough, GB
Fronted Chest Of Drawers. A figured Victorian walnut bow-fronted chest of drawers is a stunning piece of
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20th Century British Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Teak Chest of Drawers with Black Painted Details
Located in Brescia, IT
Original Scandinavian cabinet with three drawers and brass finials. The special feature of this
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Teak

Teak Chest of Drawers with Black Painted Details
Teak Chest of Drawers with Black Painted Details
H 27.56 in W 32.29 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 4 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
cabinet and drawers are made of solid ash, oak or walnut, either oiled or covered with a water-resistant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Walnut

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 4 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 4 drawers
H 28.35 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 10 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
cabinet and drawers are made of solid ash, oak or walnut, either oiled or covered with a water-resistant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Walnut

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 10 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 10 drawers
H 35.44 in W 55.12 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 8 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
cabinet and drawers are made of solid ash, oak or walnut, either oiled or covered with a water-resistant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

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Walnut

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 8 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 8 drawers
H 28.35 in W 55.12 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 10 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
cabinet and drawers are made of solid ash, oak or walnut, either oiled or covered with a water-resistant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

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Oak

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 10 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 10 drawers
H 35.44 in W 55.12 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 8 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
cabinet and drawers are made of solid ash, oak or walnut, either oiled or covered with a water-resistant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Oak

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 8 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 8 drawers
H 28.35 in W 55.12 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
cabinet and drawers are made of solid ash, oak or walnut, either oiled or covered with a water-resistant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

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Walnut

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
H 48.43 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
cabinet and drawers are made of solid ash, oak or walnut, either oiled or covered with a water-resistant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Walnut

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
H 35.44 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
cabinet and drawers are made of solid ash, oak or walnut, either oiled or covered with a water-resistant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Oak

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
H 48.43 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
cabinet and drawers are made of solid ash, oak or walnut, either oiled or covered with a water-resistant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Oak

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
H 35.44 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 4 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
cabinet and drawers are made of solid ash, oak or walnut, either oiled or covered with a water-resistant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

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Oak

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 4 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 4 drawers
H 28.35 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Antique American Mahogany Chest with Turned Legs, circa 1890
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique American Mahogany chest with turned legs, Circa 1890.
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Antique 19th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Beautiful antique oak chest of drawers with 4 drawers and a striking appearance
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this beautiful antique chest of drawers with history and character! This stylish oak
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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Oak

19th Century Baroque Chest of Drawers with Burl wood
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Late XIX Century Chest of Drawers in Baroque Style, Germany, 1890 Walnut with burl wood, A chest
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Antique 1880s German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut, Burl

Danish Louis XVI Chest of Drawers with Original Paint
Located in Kastrup, DK
Very beautiful Louis XVI chest of drawers, crafted in pine in original polychrome color, with a
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Antique Late 18th Century Danish Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wrought Iron

Mid-Century Italian Chest of Drawers with Mirror Plane
Located in Premariacco, IT
Elegant chest of drawers from the early 1950s with six drawers and mirrored top. Contrast of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

5-Drawer Pie Crust Mirrored Chest with Ebonized Legs
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Custom 5-Drawer pie crust mirrored chest with ebonized legs. Customization is available in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of D...

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Mirror, Wood, Glass

Chest of drawers With 8 Drawers Inspired By The Gustavian style From 1780s
Located in Lejre, DK
Dive into the past with this Swedish chest of drawers in the enchanting Gustavian style from around
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Antique 1780s Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Oak

Regency Period Chest of Drawers
Located in Warrington, GB
Beautifully figured Mahogany chest of drawers with boxwood stringing to the drawer fronts and top
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Antique Early 19th Century European Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Period Chest of Drawers
Regency Period Chest of Drawers
H 38.19 in W 38.19 in D 18.51 in
Mid-Century Chest of Drawers
Located in Austin, TX
Chest of drawers, French, in the manner of Jean-Charles Moreux. This architectural chest features
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass, Bronze

Mid-Century Chest of Drawers
Mid-Century Chest of Drawers
H 34.625 in W 63.5 in D 17.75 in
Antique Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A charming antique walnut chest of drawers, made in England and dating from around the 1920-30’s
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Vintage 1920s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Antique Walnut Chest of Drawers
Antique Walnut Chest of Drawers
H 22.84 in W 18.12 in D 13 in
Victorian Diminutive Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Victorian diminutive chest of drawers or jewelry chest in carved wood with turned legs, two short
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Victorian Diminutive Chest of Drawers
Victorian Diminutive Chest of Drawers
H 15.5 in W 11.75 in D 8.25 in
Scandinavian Vintage Chest of Drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Modern 1960s teak cabinet. A chest of drawers with modern and elegant lines that features
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Teak

Scandinavian Vintage Chest of Drawers
Scandinavian Vintage Chest of Drawers
H 25.99 in W 29.73 in D 14.97 in
French Chest of Drawers with Shelf Tray Art Neveau
Located in Berlin, DE
French chest of drawers with shelf Tray Art Neveau. All-round hand-inlaid inlays with Art Nouveau
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20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

French chest of drawers 1850
Located in Meulebeke, BE
French chest of drawers in French oak 1850. Crafted from the finest French oak, this stunning
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Antique 1850s French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

French chest of drawers 1850
French chest of drawers 1850
H 33.08 in W 55.52 in D 23.23 in
Small 1960s Chest of Drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Swedish nightstand with three drawers. A small chest of drawers, ideal for use as a nightstand
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Small 1960s Chest of Drawers
Small 1960s Chest of Drawers
H 25.2 in W 24.02 in D 13.39 in
French Antiques Chest of Drawers
Located in Austin, TX
This French antique chest of drawers embodies the timeless elegance of the Louis XVI style and
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Vintage 1910s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

French Antiques Chest of Drawers
French Antiques Chest of Drawers
H 32.125 in W 48.75 in D 18 in
1960s, Teak Chest of Drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage Scandinavian cabinet with drawers. This chest of drawers is characterized by the square
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Teak

1960s, Teak Chest of Drawers
1960s, Teak Chest of Drawers
H 27.56 in W 32.29 in D 3.94 in
Black Japanned Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
English Japanned chest of drawers with three small drawers over three long drawers. The legs are
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Early 20th Century English Anglo-Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Lacquer

Black Japanned Chest of Drawers
Black Japanned Chest of Drawers
H 35 in W 46 in D 20 in
Scandinavian Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage 1960s cabinet with drawers. This modern-looking chest of drawers traces the
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Oak

Scandinavian Oak Chest of Drawers
Scandinavian Oak Chest of Drawers
H 27.17 in W 32.49 in D 16.15 in
Scandinavian Teak Chest of Drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
metal handles and wooden legs painted black. This chest of drawers can be used in any room of the house
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Teak Chest of Drawers
Scandinavian Teak Chest of Drawers
H 27.56 in W 29.53 in D 14.97 in
Chevron Modern Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
handles distinguishes this chest of drawers. Modern, geometric, and sculptural, this works in any floor
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Commodes and...

Materials

Wood

Chevron Modern Chest of Drawers
Chevron Modern Chest of Drawers
H 34 in W 42 in D 20 in
Vintage Burl Chest of Drawers
By Mastercraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover our exceptional Mid-Century Modern Chest of Drawers, a piece that beautifully captures the
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Nickel, Brass

Vintage Burl Chest of Drawers
Vintage Burl Chest of Drawers
H 33 in W 34 in D 18 in
French Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
front and sides, with crossbanding and inlays. The three long soft closing drawers have traditional
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chest...

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Wood

French Style Chest of Drawers
French Style Chest of Drawers
H 36 in W 47 in D 21.5 in
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Chests Drawers With Legs For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of chests drawers with legs is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and walnut, all chests drawers with legs available were constructed with great care. Find 47 antique and vintage chests drawers with legs at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Chests drawers with legs have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Chests drawers with legs bearing Mid-Century Modern or Modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many chests drawers with legs are appealing in their simplicity, but Phloem Studio, Ginger Brown and T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings produced popular chests drawers with legs that are worth a look.

How Much are Chests Drawers With Legs?

Chests drawers with legs can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $5,198, while the lowest priced sells for $1,050 and the highest can go for as much as $45,000.

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 Chests Drawers With Legs
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A chest of drawers is also sometimes known as a dresser or a bureau. It is a cabinet with several parallel horizontal drawers stacked on top of one another. A chest of drawers is frequently used to store clothing and a variety of personal items. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bachelor’s chest of drawers is a relatively short and shallow chest, usually with three or four drawers. The name refers to their historical use as multi-purpose, space-saving fixtures that are perfect for a bachelor sharing a friend’s flat. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern bachelor’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A man’s chest of drawers is also known as a gentleman’s chest. It is characterized by its tall cabinet section that hangs clothes like suits and pants, and also features a column of drawers. Shop a collection of gentleman’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The first chest of drawers was invented by Chinese physician Hua Tuo during the 3rd century. In the west, chests of drawers began to appear during the 17th century and rose in popularity from there. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique chests of drawers from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 1, 2024
    Yes, there is a difference between a dresser and a chest of drawers. Dressers are short, and chests of drawers are overall taller pieces of furniture that typically do not have room on the top for a mirror as most dressers do.

    Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This type of case piece was originally a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. 

    Find antique and vintage dressers for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A low chest of drawers is called a lowboy. A lowboy sits at waist height and was a prominent piece of bedroom furniture in the 18th century. These low chests of drawers were a clothing storage solution before tallboys and highboys came into fashion. On 1stDibs, there is a variety of antique and vintage low chests of drawers available for sale.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Dressers are designed to offer a place for you to dress, with the top functioning as a table on which to place your clothing. It will offer space for a mirror, whereas chests of drawers are typically exactly that — they provide ample storage while taking up little floor space. A dresser is usually wide and short, while a chest of drawers is narrow and tall. Both types of furniture are commonly used to store clothing and other items in drawers. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dressers and chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A chest of drawers with a mirror attached is called a bureau. This type of case piece is usually waist-high with a mirror that rests on the top of the structure. They are mainly used in bedrooms. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A tall chest of drawers is known as a standard chest of drawers and also as a vertical chest. These are tall and narrow storage pieces. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage tall chests of drawers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Yes, a chest of drawers can be used as a bedside table, provided that you have enough space beside your bed to accommodate it. If you want to be able to easily reach items on the top of the chest, choose a piece that is about 2 to 4 inches taller than your mattress. Shop a variety of bedroom furniture on 1stDibs.

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