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Postmodern Memphis Style Floating Chest of Drawers
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Incredible floating wall chest of drawers in the silhouette for a female nude. Postmodern Memphis
Category
Late 20th Century Post-Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Mid Century Modern Low Commode Chest of Drawers by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage low chest of drawers manufactured by American of Martinsville, circa 1960's. This unique
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 19 in W 30 in D 16.5 in
Antique French Oak + Pine Chest of Drawers
Located in Chicago, IL
This monumental antique French chest is a storied piece with 44 drawers formerly used to house
Category
Antique 19th Century French Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Modern Italian Chest of Drawers by Paolo Buffa
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern Italian chest of drawers by Paolo Buffa
Six-drawer dresser, Italy circa 1940
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
"Robot" chest of drawers by Mario Botta, Ed.Alias 1989
By Mario Botta, Alias
Located in Renens, CH
"Robot" chest of drawers by Mario Botta, Ed.Alias 1989.
In 1989, the world famous Italian
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Baker Furniture Hollywood Regency Black Lacquered Campaign Chest of Drawers
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
chest of drawers
By Baker Furniture, "Milling Road" Collection
USA, 1960s
Black lacquered
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 21.75 in W 36 in D 20 in
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Painted Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dive into the retro allure of our mid-century modern chest of drawers, a masterful creation from
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Formica, Paint, Lacquer, Walnut, Wood
Carlo de Carli DC154 chest of drawers Sormani Italy 1963
By Sormani, Carlo De Carli
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Elegant chest of drawers, model DC154, designed by Carlo de Carli and made by Sormani in Italy in
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Elegance Reborn: Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
high floating base, this chest of drawers not only brings a sense of lightness and modernity to your
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Louis XVI French Chest of Drawers or Commode with Statuary Marble Top
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Stunning Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Commode or Chest of drawers. The wood is a gorgeous
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Statuary Marble, Brass
1960s Henredon Walnut Chest of Drawers: Mid-Century Modern Design with Mobility
By Heritage-Henredon
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dive into the 1960s with our authentic Mid-Century Modern Henredon chest of drawers. Meticulously
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Lacquer, Plywood, Walnut
H 43 in W 32 in D 20 in
Danish Modern Small Oak Chest of Drawers, Bedside or Office, Munch Møbler, 1970s
By Henning Jensen & Torben Valeur, Munch Møbler
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Mid-century Danish small chest of drawers made from oak. Designed by Henning Jensen and Torben
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
H 24.61 in W 15.75 in D 16.93 in
Modern Grey Leather Chest of 3 Drawers with Ivory White Oak by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Our custom chest of 3 drawers by Ercole Home is made up of three touch latch drawers. The faces of
Category
2010s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Faux Leather, Art Glass, Mirror, Oak
Custom Floating 3 Drawer Oak Console
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Made to order, custom wall mounted, oak console with three drawers and antique brass hardware
Category
Early 2000s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Modern Linen Chest, Nightstands, Dressers, Walnut, Custom American
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of modern linen chest, nightstands, dressers, walnut, custom American.
Custom quality pair of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Linen
Pair Don Ruseau Chests
By Don Ruseau
Located in Norwalk, CT
A pair of small chests, perfect for bedside or other side tables. Each has 3 drawers stylishly
Category
Vintage 1950s Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Cabinets, Chests, Nightstands, Karl Springer Style
By Karl Springer
Located in Stamford, CT
floating chest appearance having three drawers which slide and glide easily all with geometric shaped
Category
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
H 32 in W 53.5 in D 21 in
Rosewood floating Nightstand/console by Arch. Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 50s, Rare
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Forest, BE
This is a elegant floating console/ nightstand. The model is extremely rare and rarely offered in
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
H 6.11 in W 17.72 in D 9.06 in
Gio Ponti Chest with Mirror
By Gio Ponti
Located in Hanover, MA
Gio Ponti long cabinet of six drawers standing on four legs which themselves are integral to the
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ash, Glass
Low Chest in Walnut by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A beautiful low chest by Edward Wormley for Dunbar ca' 1960's. Walnut with excellent graining
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood, Walnut
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Walnut Chest: Enduring Style & Sophistication
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rediscover the elegance of the 1960s with our Mid-Century Modern Walnut Chest of Drawers
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Sarreid Mirror Polished Stainless & Brass Two-Drawer Low Chest
By Sarreid Ltd.
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage 1960s mirror polished stainless steel clad Campaign chest of two drawers with solid brass
Category
Vintage 1960s Spanish Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Established & Sons Stack-13 Drawers by Raw Edges and Shay Alkalay
By Established & Sons, Shay Alkalay, Raw Edges
Located in London, GB
. Individual, multicolored, ‘floating’ drawer units are built up creating a tower of drawers that can be pushed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Plywood
Established & Sons Stack-8 Drawers by Raw Edges and Shay Alkalay
By Established & Sons, Shay Alkalay, Raw Edges
Located in London, GB
. Individual, multicolored, ‘floating’ drawer units are built up creating a tower of drawers that can be pushed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Plywood
Mid-Century Campaign Tall Chest: Ebonized Mahogany with Brass Accents
By Gibbard Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-Century Campaign Tall Chest of Drawers. Crafted from the finest mahogany wood, this exquisite piece
Category
Vintage 1940s Canadian Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair Linen Wrapped Three Drawer Commodes / Chests, Nightstands, Modern, American
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair linen wrapped three drawer commodes / chests, nightstands, Modern, American
Custom quality
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Linen, Wood
H 29.5 in W 30 in D 18.5 in
Pair Vintage Italian Mahogany 3 Drawer Side Chests with Black Legs & Brass Feet
Located in Troy, MI
1960s. Chests are set on floating style black frames with X-form stretchers and brass capped feet. Tops
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 28.5 in W 36.75 in D 20.25 in
Davis Cabinet French Country Walnut Serpentine Commode Chest Table Nightstand
By Davis Cabinet Company
Located in Dayton, OH
form with two drawers, carved accents and cabriole legs. Circa late 20th century, Nashville Tennessee
Category
Late 20th Century French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
H 24 in W 24 in D 21 in
Davis Cabinet Co Cerused Oak Chinoiserie Chest Dresser Nightstand Console Stand
By Davis Cabinet Company
Located in Dayton, OH
"Vintage Davis Cabinet Company low chest of drawers / dresser / nightstand / TV console. Made of
Category
Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
H 22.5 in W 34 in D 16 in
Pair of Luxurious Nightstands with Textured Lacquered Surface
Located in Waalwijk, NL
structured with two drawers. With their dark lacquered surface, the look reminds of tiles. Yet due to the
Category
Vintage 1960s European Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Emiel Veranneman Pair of Black Lacquered High Gloss Cabinets Belgium 1980s
By Emiel Veranneman
Located in Tilburg, NL
quality. Details like the floating upper part and the slightly higher tops of the drawers show these are
Category
Late 20th Century Belgian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
H 16.15 in W 24.41 in D 14.57 in
Unique Pair of Rosewood Consoles by Arch. Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1950s, Rare
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Forest, BE
This is a pair of floating consoles/ nightstands. The model is extremely rare and rarely offered in
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fruitwood
H 6.11 in W 35.04 in D 9.85 in
Pair of Rosewood Nightstands by Arch. Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1950s, Rare
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Forest, BE
This is a pair of floating consoles/ nightstands. The model is extremely rare and rarely offered in
Category
Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
H 6.11 in W 17.72 in D 9.06 in
Bethlehem, Mid-Century Modern, Nightstands, White Lacquer, Bronze, 1940s
By Bethlehem Furniture
Located in Stamford, CT
four double curved front drawers sitting on a floating base.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Modern Burlwood Hi-Boy Dresser / Wardrobe Cabinet, Brass Accent
By Harold Schwartz, Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Schwartz for Romweber Furniture Company this one of a kind chest on chest has two drawers over two doors
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian teak Design 2 drawer cabinet with beautiful handles, 1960
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
1960s Design 2 chest of drawers with beautiful handles
This elegant chest of drawers can be
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
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H 24.41 in W 22.05 in D 13 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Hollywood Regency Black Lacquered Campaign Dresser
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
chest of drawers
By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East" Collection
USA, 1960s
Black
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 22.38 in W 62 in D 19 in
Stack H1080 8 Drawer Green Palette Storage by Established & Sons
By Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Individual, multicoloured, ‘floating’ drawer units are built up creating a tower of drawers that can be
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Ribbon Wall-Mounted Console & Mirror, Black Wood, Bronze Hardware by Debra Folz
By Debra Folz
Located in Pawtucket, RI
with a black stain and satin bronze ribbon handles. Low-iron mirror with polished edges and floating
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
H 53 in W 22 in D 12 in
Vintage 1970s Ebonized Mid-Century Campaign Dresser with Chrome Accents
Located in Los Angeles, CA
contemporary living spaces while still honoring its mid-century roots.
This campaign chest of drawers is not
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome, Metal
1960s Danish Executive Cabinet: Mid-Century Design and Craftsmanship
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, allowing for customizable interior storage. The side sections of the cabinet contain six large drawers each
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Ribbon Wall Mounted Console and Mirror, Gray Wood, Bronze Hardware by Debra Folz
By Debra Folz
Located in Pawtucket, RI
with a gray stain and satin bronze ribbon handles. Low-iron mirror with polished edges and floating
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
H 53 in W 22 in D 12 in
Ribbon Wall Mounted Console & Mirror, Ivory Wood, Bronze Hardware by Debra Folz
By Debra Folz
Located in Pawtucket, RI
with an ivory stain and satin bronze ribbon handles. Low-iron mirror with polished edges and floating
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
H 53 in W 22 in D 12 in
Wall Mounted Nightstands by Silvio Cavatorta, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1950s
By Silvio Cavatorta
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This Italian set of two floating bedside tables dates from the 1950s. The design comes from Silvio
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 17.72 in W 20.08 in D 11.82 in
Stack H1780 13 Drawer Blue Palette Storage By Established & Sons
By Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Individual, multicoloured, ‘floating’ drawer units are built up creating a tower of drawers that can be
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Stack H1780 13 Drawer Neutral Palette Storage by Established & Sons
By Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Individual, multicoloured, ‘floating’ drawer units are built up creating a tower of drawers that can be
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Stack H1780 13 Drawer Red Palette Storage by Established & Sons
By Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Individual, multicoloured, ‘floating’ drawer units are built up creating a tower of drawers that can be
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Stack H1080 8 Drawer Red Palette Storage by Established & Sons
By Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Individual, multicoloured, ‘floating’ drawer units are built up creating a tower of drawers that can be
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Stack H1780 13 Drawer Green Palette Storage By Established & Sons
By Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Individual, multicoloured, ‘floating’ drawer units are built up creating a tower of drawers that can be
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Stack H1080 8 Drawer Wood Veneer Storage by Established & Sons
By Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Individual, multicoloured, ‘floating’ drawer units are built up creating a tower of drawers that can be
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Stack H1080 8 Drawer Blue Palette Storage by Established & Sons
By Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Individual, multicoloured, ‘floating’ drawer units are built up creating a tower of drawers that can be
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Stack H1080 8 Drawer Sage Palette Storage by Established & Sons
By Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Individual, multicoloured, ‘floating’ drawer units are built up creating a tower of drawers that can be
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Stack H1080 8 Drawer Neutral Palette Storage by Established & Sons
By Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Individual, multicoloured, ‘floating’ drawer units are built up creating a tower of drawers that can be
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
A Butterfly Style Storage Cabinet With Carved Spandrels
Located in Chicago, IL
, features a rectangular floating panel top sitting above three drawers, each with brass handles. Each drawer
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Elm
1930's Avant-Garde Modernist Flower Stand
Located in Brno, CZ
to look as though they are floating by the elegant composition and the central pillar that
Category
Early 20th Century Czech Bauhaus Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Ello Credenza in Gunmetal Stainless & Smoked Mirror with Pair Wall Mirrors
By Ello Furniture
Located in Hanover, MA
Rock Star 1970's mirrored credenza floating chest of drawers designed by O. B. Solie for Ello as
Category
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Credenzas
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 29.5 in W 75.5 in D 21 in
Circa 1760, English Mule Chest
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
on three well molded floating tombstone panels and the two drawers beneath the panels. Raised on
Category
Antique 1760s English Georgian Blanket Chests
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
Pair of Dunbar Floating Bedside Chests or Commodes
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
plinth base to create a "floating" effect. Three spacious drawers, double recessed pulls, that open and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Sven Ellekaer for Albert Hansen Chest of Drawers
By Sven Ellekaer , Albert Hansen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern chest of drawers by Sven Ellekaer for Albert Hansen. Originally made as a
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Teak
Vintage 1960s Walnut Chest of Drawers with Sculptured Doors
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover this beautifully restored mid-century chest of drawers, crafted from premium walnut and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Abalone, Wood, Walnut, Lacquer
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Floating Chest Of Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of floating chest of drawers available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, all floating chest of drawers available were constructed with great care. We have 217 antique and vintage floating chest of drawers in-stock, while there are 29 modern editions to choose from as well. Floating chest of drawers have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Floating chest of drawers bearing mid-century modern or modern hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many floating chest of drawers are appealing in their simplicity, but Established & Sons, Baker Furniture Company and Michael Taylor produced popular floating chest of drawers that are worth a look.
How Much are Floating Chest Of Drawers?
Prices for floating chest of drawers can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, floating chest of drawers begin at $467 and can go as high as $105,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,300.
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 Floating Chest Of Drawers
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A 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, 2022A 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, 2022A 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, 2022The 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A 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, 2021Dressers 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, 2021A 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, 2021A 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 ExpertApril 1, 2024Yes, 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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023Yes, 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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