Lingerie Chest Dresser
20th Century American Federal Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1960s European Louis XIV Dressers
Carrara Marble, Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Rosewood
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Faux Bamboo, Wicker
2010s Hepplewhite Dressers
Mahogany
2010s Chippendale Dressers
Mahogany
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
20th Century American Chippendale Dressers
Walnut
20th Century Chippendale Dressers
Brass
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Dressers
Nickel
20th Century Hollywood Regency Dressers
Mirror
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1980s Dressers
Ash, Burl, Wood
Late 20th Century American American Colonial Dressers
Cherry
Vintage 1960s American French Provincial Dressers
Brass, Bronze
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Dressers
Cherry, Walnut
Vintage 1980s American Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Brass
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Aluminum
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Metal
Vintage 1940s Italian Louis XV Dressers
Beech
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Night Stands
Brass
Mid-20th Century Dressers
Wood
Early 20th Century Italian Baroque Dressers
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Rosewood
Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bronze
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1940s North American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Vintage 1940s Hollywood Regency Dry Bars
Mirror, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Secretaires
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Rosewood
Vintage 1920s Scottish Wardrobes and Armoires
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Italian Louis XV Dressers
Beech
Vintage 1980s American Georgian Dressers
Brass
Antique Late 19th Century Chippendale Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1940s Scottish Dressers
Walnut
Late 20th Century Regency Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Early 20th Century French Dressers
Marble
Vintage 1970s Hollywood Regency Dressers
Rattan
Mid-20th Century Unknown Bohemian Dressers
Faux Bamboo, Wood
Late 20th Century American Campaign Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Vintage 1940s Louis XV Dressers
Mahogany
Late 20th Century Dressers
Wood
20th Century European French Provincial Dressers
Burl
1990s Organic Modern Dressers
Faux Bamboo, Wicker, Wood
Vintage 1920s Italian Rococo Revival Dressers
Olive
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Vintage 1920s Scottish Dressers
Vintage 1960s Campaign Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1920s French Directoire Dressers
Breccia Marble
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
Mid-20th Century Louis XV Dressers
Wood
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Dressers
Vintage 1930s Unknown Louis XV Dressers
Sycamore
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Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A lingerie chest is used to neatly organize and store undergarments. This compact chest of drawers can also be used to store other items around the house, allowing for versatile styling. On 1stDibs, find an array of lingerie chests.
- 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 ExpertApril 1, 2024The difference between a chest and a dresser is that 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.
The first step in finding the perfect dresser is considering your particular needs. Most tall dressers offer anywhere from five to seven drawers, essentially allowing for the organization of an entire wardrobe, while shorter, waist-height dresser varieties can be equipped with a convenient vanity mirror.
Find antique and vintage dressers for sale on 1stDibs. - 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.
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