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Small French Chest of Drawers
Located in Seaford, GB
A lovely French bedside chest or ideal lamp table in a room. Made from kingwood with excellent
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Early 20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Kingwood

Small French Chest of Drawers
Small French Chest of Drawers
H 31.89 in W 14.18 in D 11.42 in
Small Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality small Regency mahogany chest of drawers, having an inlaid top, above a
Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Small Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Small Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 28.75 in W 26.78 in D 16.54 in
Small Georgian Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
Shaped Apron. A fabulous little chest of drawers, of unusual small proportions and constructed using
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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Small Georgian Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
Small Georgian Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
H 31.5 in W 32.5 in D 19 in
Small Georgian Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Very Good Quality Late 18th Century, George III Period Mahogany Chest, Of Rare Small Proportions
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Small Georgian Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
Small Georgian Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
H 33 in W 27.5 in D 16.5 in
Louis XV period tomb chest of drawers stamped (small Parisian chest of drawers)
Located in Somme-Leuze, BE
magnificent tomb chest of drawers small Parisian model Louis XV period 18th century stamped Jean
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood

Small Mahogany Chest of Drawers -18 ° Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
a fine English 18th century mahogany chest of drawers chest of drawers of small dimensions with
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Antique 18th Century British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Small Mahogany Chest of Drawers -18 ° Century
Small Mahogany Chest of Drawers -18 ° Century
H 36.23 in W 33.47 in D 17.72 in
Queen Anne Small Oak Chest of Drawers
By Queen Anne
Located in Sherborne, GB
Antique English Queen Anne small chest of drawers circa 1710, rare sweet size only 25 inches wide
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Antique Early 18th Century Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Small 19th Century Bowfront Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
which we offer for sale this small antique chest of drawers has been inspected and attended to in our
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Small Postmodern Chest of Drawers / Side Table
Located in Surbiton, GB
Postmodern bank of drawers on castors. Side table size. Dimensions (cm, approx): Height: 57
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Late 20th Century Unknown Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Steel

Small Postmodern Chest of Drawers / Side Table
Small Postmodern Chest of Drawers / Side Table
H 22.45 in W 12.21 in D 12.21 in
Small Italian Walnut Chest Of Drawers-17th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
lovely little chest of drawers in walnut from the Italian Renaissance - 17th century Very
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Antique 17th Century Italian Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

18th Century Small Elm Country Chest of Drawers
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
18th century small elm country chest of drawers This is a lovely piece dating from circa 1750
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Antique 1740s Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Early 19th Century Louis XVI small Chest of Drawers
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Early 19th Century Chest of Drawers Germany, 1800 Mahogany Elegant Chest with two drawers
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Antique Early 1800s German Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Gründerzeit Small Deep Chest of Drawers in Solid Walnut, 1900
Located in Lüdinghausen, DE
Small deep chest of drawers Gründerzeit around 1900 solid walnut Features: Almost cube-shaped
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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Four Drawers Small Petit Narrow Bachelor Chest
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice narrow Mid-Century Modern bachelor chest by Paul McCobb.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Aluminum

Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality Regency mahogany chest of drawers, of small proportions, the chest has
Category

Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 30.71 in W 30.32 in D 16.93 in
Small 19th Century Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers, Northern Germany, circa 1835
Located in Greven, DE
Small antique Biedermeier chest of drawers Northern Germany Ash tree Biedermeier around 1835
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Antique Mid-19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Ash

Georgian Miniature Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
very soft, and smooth to the touch. Has two small drawers over two long drawers. The entire chest has
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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Georgian Miniature Chest of Drawers
Georgian Miniature Chest of Drawers
H 14.5 in W 13.75 in D 8 in
Small Empire Chest of Drawers in Cuban Mahogany, Denmark, circa 1810
Located in Miami, FL
A very lovely small Empire chest in mahogany with satinwood inlays, ebonized details and brass
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Antique Early 19th Century Danish Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

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

Materials

Walnut

Antique Walnut Chest of Drawers
Antique Walnut Chest of Drawers
H 22.84 in W 18.12 in D 13 in
Harvey Probber Chest of Drawers
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern chest of drawers by Harvey Probber. Harvey Probber chest of drawers in bleached
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Harvey Probber Chest of Drawers
Harvey Probber Chest of Drawers
H 30 in W 36 in D 18 in
Antique fine quality small C1920 caddy top mahogany chest of drawers
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique fine quality small C1920 caddy top mahogany chest of drawers. No loose joints or woodworm
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Vintage 1920s Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A very good quality 18th century Chippendale Period Georgian mahogany chest of relative small
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 32 in W 34 in D 20 in
Small Mid-Century Chest of Drawers in Spruce and Marble, 1972
Located in Berlin, DE
This fantastic Small Mid-Century Chest of Drawers in Spruce and with round Marble Ball Feet was
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Antique 18th Century Small Louis XVI Chest of Drawers in Mahogany
Located in Miami, FL
A handsome and unusually small Louis XVI chest in mahogany offering four drawers with bowed front
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Antique Late 18th Century Danish Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Small Georgian 19th Century Mahogany Bow Front Chest of Drawers
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique quality small Georgian 19th century mahogany bow front chest of drawers C1820. Lovely
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Antique 1820s Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

German Baroque Chest of Drawers
Located in Pasadena, CA
drawers that dates to the first half of the 18th century. The smaller proportions of this chest make it
Category

Antique Early 18th Century German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

German Baroque Chest of Drawers
German Baroque Chest of Drawers
H 28.5 in W 39 in D 19 in
Antique Victorian Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A very large and extremely well made antique Victorian period chest of drawers. This was made in
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Chest of Drawers
Antique Victorian Chest of Drawers
H 48.04 in W 44.1 in D 21.26 in
Bedside Table, Small Danish Rosewood Chest of Drawers Model 384 Kai Kristiansen
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
bedside table, chest of drawers, console table. Very well made piece of furniture with a very elegant
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood

17th century walnut chest of drawers
Located in Penzance, GB
Here we have a very early piece of walnut furniture of small size in oak elm and walnut .The chest
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Antique 17th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

17th century walnut chest of drawers
17th century walnut chest of drawers
H 33 in W 34.5 in D 22 in
18th century French chest of drawers ...
Located in Brecht, BE
a gorgeous 18th century French fruitwood chest of drawers, small proportions and with quirky feet
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Fruitwood

18th century French chest of drawers ...
18th century French chest of drawers ...
H 29.53 in W 37.01 in D 22.05 in
18th Century Baroque Chest of drawers
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
18th Century Baroque Chest of drawers \ Masterful small baroque chest of drawers in walnut and
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Antique Mid-18th Century German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Walnut

18th Century Baroque Chest of drawers
18th Century Baroque Chest of drawers
H 32.29 in W 44.1 in D 22.84 in
Military Campaign Small Chest of Drawers with Hidden Radio Tape Record Player
Located in GB
out of style military campaign style small chest of drawers, it’s the size of a modern-day coffee
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20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Danish Midcentury Teak Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Danish midcentury teak chest of drawers circa 1960. Good quality midcentury chest from Denmark
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak, Teak

Danish Midcentury Teak Chest of Drawers
Danish Midcentury Teak Chest of Drawers
H 28.5 in W 19.75 in D 12 in
George III Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Madison, MS
This is an elegant George III period oak chest of drawers. The medium dark patina has a beautiful
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Antique Early 19th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Oak

George III Oak Chest of Drawers
George III Oak Chest of Drawers
H 60.5 in W 43 in D 19.5 in
Carved Oak Housekeepers Chest of Drawers
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Carved oak housekeepers chest of drawers This is a lovely antique chest of drawers, the chest
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Antique Mid-19th Century Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Michel Pigneres Mirrored Chest of Drawers
By Michel Pigneres
Located in Waalwijk, NL
chest is built up of twelve drawers, divided from small to large, offering plenty of storage space. Each
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass, Steel, Chrome

Michel Pigneres Mirrored Chest of Drawers
Michel Pigneres Mirrored Chest of Drawers
H 34.26 in W 48.43 in D 20.87 in
18th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
. This beautiful early 18th century chest of drawers is earlier in date than the vast majority you will
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Antique Early 18th Century European George I Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Georgian Period Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A fantastic George III period chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from around the
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Antique 1790s British George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique Georgian Period Chest of Drawers
Antique Georgian Period Chest of Drawers
H 33.08 in W 42.13 in D 22.84 in
Lovely Pair of Burr Yew Wood Small Sized Tallboy Chests of Drawers Lamp Tables
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely pair of vintage Burr Yew wood tall boy chests of
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20th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Yew

Danish Vintage Chest of Drawers by Dyrlund
By Dyrlund
Located in London, GB
standard, the condition is superb throughout. We also have the matching small bedside chest of drawers and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Danish Vintage Chest of Drawers by Dyrlund
Danish Vintage Chest of Drawers by Dyrlund
H 42.92 in W 29.53 in D 18.12 in
19th Century American Federal Bachelor's Chest of Drawers
Located in Forney, TX
An exceptional quality American Federal Style Bachelor's chest of five drawers from the first half
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Antique 19th Century Federal Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Scandinavian Midcentury Baroque Revival Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Scandinavian midcentury Baroque Revival chest of drawers circa 1950. Good quality mahogany
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Georgian Bow Front Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A very small and fine quality antique Georgian period bow front chest of drawers. This was made in
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Antique 1790s British George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Antique Georgian Bow Front Chest of Drawers
Antique Georgian Bow Front Chest of Drawers
H 27.56 in W 24.02 in D 16.93 in
Antique Yew Wood Bachelors Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique yew wood bachelors chest of drawers. This was made in England in the Georgian
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Vintage 1920s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Yew

Antique Yew Wood Bachelors Chest of Drawers
Antique Yew Wood Bachelors Chest of Drawers
H 29.93 in W 25.2 in D 14.97 in
18th Century Dutch Marquetry Chest of Drawers
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good 18th Century Dutch Marquetry Chest of Drawers. The chest has six drawers
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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Figured Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A stunning Art Deco figured walnut chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from the
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Figured Walnut Chest of Drawers
Art Deco Figured Walnut Chest of Drawers
H 45.28 in W 30.71 in D 20.08 in
Antique Satinwood Inlaid Edwardian Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A slim & small proportioned antique Edwardian chest of drawers. This was made in England & dates
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

A Small and Rare William and Marry Figured Walnut Chest of Drawers, Circa 1690.
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A 17th-century William and Mary figured walnut chest of drawers of diminutive proportions, circa
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Antique 17th Century English William and Mary Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Walnut, Oak, Pine

SMALL FLORAL & BIRD HAND PAINTED GREEN SIDE END LAMP WINE TABLE CHEST OF DRAWERs
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, side table sized chest of drawers which was hand
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20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

19th Century Italian Neoclassical Chest of Drawers
Located in Forney, TX
A Neoclassical style chest of drawers from the 19th century, acquired from the legendary American
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Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Chest of Drawers Chest Commode Architectural Facade Enclosed Renaissance Cedar
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A museum quality, English, Late-Renaissance, cedar enclosed chest of drawers with exceptional
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Antique Early 17th Century European Renaissance Commodes and Chests of D...

Materials

Cedar

Henredon Custom Folio One Fruitwood Chest of Drawers
By Henredon
Located in Germantown, MD
An Henredon custom Folio one fruitwood chest of drawers in very good vintage condition. Features 2
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Fruitwood

Mahogany Ball and Claw Blockfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Annville, PA
A vintage Mahogany Ball and Claw Blockfront Chest of Drawers brought to you by Niagara Furniture. A
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Late 20th Century Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Solid Cherry Lingerie Chest of Drawers, Circa 1980s
By Pennsylvania House
Located in Germantown, MD
Hig quality American made, tall narrow lingerie jewelry chest of drawers. "This vintage Narrow
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Late 20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cherry

17th Century Carved Two Piece Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
17th century carved two piece chest of drawers from Scotland made from walnut and rosewood. The top
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Antique 17th Century Scottish Charles II Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut

Antique Teak & Brass Military Campaign Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A fantastic antique military campaign chest in teak and brass. This was made in England, it dates
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Antique 1860s British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

French Antique Transformation Chest of Drawers, circa 1800
Located in Belmont, MA
The French antique transformation furniture chest of drawers, originates from Paris and dates back
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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Kingwood, Rosewood, Satinwood

18th Century, Italian Walnut Wood Chest of Drawers with Secrétaire
Located in IT
18th century, Italian walnut wood chest of drawers with secrétaire The elegant small chest of
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Antique Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Nutwood

Regency Parquetry and Exotic Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
drawer over three graduated drawers, all drawers with brass knobs, flanked by reeded columns, small fan
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Antique 1810s English Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood, Satinwood

Late 16th Century Genoan Bambocci Chest of Drawers
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
chest is framed by small figures skilfully carved from one wood chunk then applied on each side. Getting
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Antique 16th Century Italian Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

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Very Small Chest Of Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of very small chest of drawers is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct very small chest of drawers — often made from wood, metal and walnut — can elevate any home. Find 396 antique and vintage very small chest of drawers at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Very small 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. Very small chest of drawers are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, Georgian and louis xv styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Very small chest of drawers have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Paul McCobb, George Nelson and Planner Group are consistently popular.

How Much are Very Small Chest Of Drawers?

Prices for very small chest of drawers can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, very small chest of drawers begin at $395 and can go as high as $346,355, while the average can fetch as much as $4,088.

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.

Questions About Very Small Chest Of Drawers
  • 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 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 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 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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