Living Room Chest Furniture
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Living Room Sets
Leather, Wood
Late 20th Century Rustic Living Room Sets
Upholstery, Oak
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests
Walnut
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests
Walnut, Wood, Cedar
Mid-20th Century American Queen Anne Blanket Chests
Wood, Hardwood, Mahogany, Cedar
Vintage 1980s American British Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Stone
Vintage 1970s Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1970s American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests o...
Brass
Vintage 1970s American Beaux Arts Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Vintage 1960s American Dutch Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
20th Century North American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Late 20th Century American Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood, Paint
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Mid-20th Century North American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1980s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Fruitwood
Vintage 1980s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Late 20th Century American Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1940s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1960s American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1980s American William and Mary Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Dutch Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Hepplewhite Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Late 20th Century North American French Provincial Commodes and Chests o...
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1940s American Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1980s American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1980s American Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1920s North American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Late 20th Century American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Teak
Late 20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1960s American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Late 20th Century American Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Late 20th Century American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1980s Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Vintage 1940s American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Late 20th Century American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021The best living room furniture is a matter of personal preference. Depending on your needs, you can choose from a variety of furniture types such as sofas, tables, cabinets and so on. Consider the furniture style / origin of the furniture’s design, the space you are working with, and color of the upholstery as well as your specific needs in order to find the best set of furniture for your budget. Find a collection of antique and vintage living room furniture on 1stDibs today.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The best furniture for a small living room depends on the actual size of the room. It’s possible to create a warm and welcoming living room even if it’s modest in size. Experts say that when shopping for living room furniture, you should establish a focal point for the space and then arrange your furniture around it. Make sure guests have enough room to navigate around the furniture. Measure your space carefully when buying what can be the most expensive components: your sofa and chairs. On 1stDibs, you can find a diverse range of plush furniture.
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