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Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Vintage Danish chest of drawers Teak 6 drawers 108 cm
Located in VEENENDAAL, NL
Beautiful vintage chest of drawers, from Denmark. The chest offers a lot of practical storage space and has a crazy look thanks to the beautiful colour of the teak and the subtle woo...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Lane Rhythm Walnut High Chest
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Lane Rhythm Walnut High Chest. Featuring a straight line design, five drawers with wooden pulls, modern legs, and a beautiful walnut finish! ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Walnut

Vintage Danish Bow Front Teak Chest of Drawers, 1960s
Located in Wesseling, DE
Vintage teak dresser from the 1960s, made in Denmark. Beautiful bow front with solid, sculpted teak drawers. Very neat condition with age-related signs of use. Dimensions: W 80 x H ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Mid Century Modern Chest of 3 Drawers with Brass Hardware
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern chest of drawers features hardwood construction, original walnut finish, three dovetailed drawers with brass hardware.

Matching four drawer dresser available...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

1960s Upcycled Oak Chest of Drawers, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- carefully refurbished - Iron legs were added afterwards
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Carlo De Carli D154 chest of drawers by Sormani, Italy, 1963
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A chest of drawers, model D154, in painted wood with brass cast elements, designed by Carlo de Carli, manufactured by Sormani, Italy, 1963. The intense red color characterizes this t...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Modular Wall unit "Extenso" by Amma Torino, Italy, 1960's
By Amma
Located in Brussels , BE
Mid-Century Modern Modular Wall unit "Extenso" by Amma Torino, Italy, 1960's
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Restored Paul Frankl Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Experience the refined elegance of this mid-century modern chest of drawers, designed by Paul Frankl and expertly restored by our skilled craftsmen. Crafted from mahogany, this piece...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

1960s Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bachelor Chest with Carved Details
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Embrace the timeless allure of our 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bachelor Chest of Drawers, a masterpiece beautifully hand-crafted from walnut. This exceptional piece has been meticulousl...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

1960s Upcycled Oak Chest of Drawers, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- carefully refurbished - Iron legs were added afterwards
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Schirolli Chest of drawers, 1960’s Italy
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
A stunning Italian Mid-Century Modern chest of drawers unit from Schirolli. The unit consists of 4 loose cases with 9 drawers each. Executed in mahogany veneer finish with flap front...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Michel Pigneres Chest/Sideboard
Located in West Palm Beach, US
Nice sideboard by Michel Pigneres, The finish is original lacquered wood. Deep maroon color. The metal is silver with patina. There are some small scratches on the surface as to be ...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Cerused Oak Aquidneck Nightstand by Brian Paquette for Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Aquidneck Nightstand is part of the collaborative collection with interior designer Brian Paquette and features four drawers with solid wood knobs. This piece is available in exc...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Fully Refinished Mid Century Modern Dresser by Hickory Manufacturing Company.
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Fully Refinished Mid Century Modern Dresser by Hickory Manufacturing Company. North Carolina. Circa 1960s Features a quintessential Clean lines Mid Century Modern Design and ...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Walnut

Argentine Dresser 1950s
Located in Milano, IT
Dresser, mahogany veneer wood, brass ferrules.
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1950s Argentine Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Mid 20th century mahogany chest of drawers by Bodafors
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century mahogany chest of drawers by bodafors circa 1960. Good quality chest of drawers by well known maker smf bodafors of sweden.  Fitted with 3 graduating doors all vene...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany, Teak

Dresser with mirror Years 50-60
Located in Milano, IT
Dresser with mirror and glass open shelf. Made of walnut and teak veneer wood, back-treated glass top, brass handles and finials.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Dresser with mirror Years 50-60
Located in Milano, IT
Dresser with mirror, wood veneer briar, legs with carved decorations. Good conditions.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mirror, Wood

1960s Brutalist Chest of Drawers in Oak
Located in London, London
Chest of drawers Brutalist style Oak Three long drawers Nice details 1960s Belgium
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Matched pair of Milo Baughman Dressers for Drexel USA - 1950s
Located in Berlin, DE
Matched pair of Milo Baughman Dressers for Drexel, USA 1950s. Both pieces have the same veneer and are in very good condition. Signed! The measurements given apply to the credenza. H...
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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Vintage 1970s Oak veneered 'Stag C Range' chest of four drawers
Located in London, GB
A stylish mid century; 1970s, oak veneered chest of drawers, featuring 4 drawers, on solid oak turned legs, designed by John & Sylvia Reid for Stag from the 'C' range. This piece is ...
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

A Pair of Italian rosewood chests of drawers by Ico Parisi for Mim.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Pair of Italian rosewood chests of drawers by Ico Parisi for Mim circa 1950.
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Chrome

1960s dresser with toilet
Located in Milano, IT
Dresser with dressing table, drawers and compartment with drop-down door, mahogany veneered wood, grissinized panel, top with clear glass in countertop.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Midcentury Modern Design Chest of Drawers, Belgium 1960's
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage "One of a Kind" Midcentury Modern Design Chest of Drawers. Made in Belgium, 1960's period. This was hand made by a belgian cabinet maker for the previous owners to fit in the...
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1960s Belgian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Carrara Marble

Indian Damachiya Dowry Chest
Located in New York, NY
Indian Damachiya Dowry Chest, Rajasthan, circa 1900, with finial headed rectangular top above two intricately paneled doors supported on four legs. 37" H x 37" W x 12" D.
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak High Chest
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Teak High Chest. Featuring a straight line design, five drawers for storage, original black metal pulls, modern legs, and a beautiful walnut ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

A Mid Century Harris Lebus Style Chest of Drawers Art Deco style handles.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
A Mid Century Harris Lebus Style Chest of Drawers Art Deco style handles.  circa 1950s, it features featuring 4 drawers with dove-tail joints. The oak veneer finish and the Art Deco ...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Vintage Ikea Swedish Pine Chest Of Drawers
By IKEA
Located in Chicago, IL
c. 1970s. Price is for the set. Contact us if you’d like to purchase a single item. They work well next to each other as a full dresser, see original catalog pic included in listing....
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1970s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Mid-Century Modern, Nightstands, Chests, Black Lacquer, Brass, USA, 1970s
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern, Chests of Drawers, Black Lacquer, Brass, USA, 1990s Pair of sleek clean mid century modern chests or nightstands in the art deco fashion. Each of this recently r...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Chest of drawers in oak and wicker – France 1950
Located in Girona, ES
Chest of drawers in oak veneer with wicker decoration on the front of the drawers. France c.1950
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1950s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wicker, Oak

1960's Teak Bedside Drawers / Cabinet
Located in Bern, CH
Mid Century teak bedside cabinet / chest of drawers. Teak veneer with solid teak legs. Three drawers with beautiful detailing to handles. Origin unconfirmed, possibly Danish. Produc...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Midcentury Chest in Wood and Copper by Santambrogio & De Berti, Italy 1960s
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing rectangular chest in wood and embossed copper decoration on the lower part by Santambrogio & De Berti. Made in Italy in the 1960s.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal, Copper

Handsome Harvey Probber Small Chest Night Stand Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome Harvey Probber small chest or night stand with Brass ring pulls. This chest measures 25.5"t x 24"w x 18"d
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Fabulous Pair Drexel Campaign Chest Oxford Square Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous pair of extremely rare Campaign chests by Drexel for the Oxford Square Collection. We just love the unusual patterns on all sides done with different colored stains and pai...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair of Bedsides in Ivory Color, from Aldo Tura, Italy 1970s
Located in Waasmunster, BE
Pair of Bedsides in Ivory Color, from Aldo Tura, Italy 1970s
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Parchment Paper

Hickory Manufacturing, Chests of Drawers, Hickory, Brass, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of brass and hickory chests of drawers produced by Hickory Manufacturing, USA, 1950s.
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Vintage Mid Century Meredew Chest of Drawers In Oak
Located in London, GB
A rare vintage Meredew chest of 8 drawers, manufactured in the 1960s. Finished in dark oak, with solid oak conical handles, an iconic feature of Meredew from the mid century. The pie...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Davis Cabinet Company Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie Oak Highboy
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie style highboy dresser or lingerie chest By Davis Cabinet Company USA, Circa 1960s Carved oak, with original Asian inspi...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Raymond Loewy for Mengel Bleached Mahogany Nightstand with Drawer & Shelf
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Raymond Loewy for Mengel single drawer Bedside Table with short legs. Featuring a rectangular Bleached Mahogany form with top drawer, wood and brass knob with Mengel M, cubbies, and ...
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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Paul Mccobb Calvin Group Mahogany and Brass Five-Drawer Chest / Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Paul Mccobb Calvin Group five-drawer chest (model 1003) manufactured by Directional Furniture (ca. early 1950s, USA). Composed of a stained mahogany chest with brass tear-drop pulls ...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Commode 6 tiroirs en palissandre - 60's
Located in ESTRABLIN, FR
Magnifique commode 6 tiroirs en palissandre datant des années 60. Son sublime veinage lui donne un charme certain et son format pratique lui permet de se glisser partout. Le couliss...
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1960s British Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Palisander

Bellagio Bedside Table, Made of Ash Wood
Located in Salizzole, IT
Bedside table made of ash wood with 2 shelves covered in wood, glass or stone onrequest.  
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Ash

Oak Four Drawers Chest by Bertil Fridhagen For Bodafors, Sweden 1963
Located in Rīga, LV
Vintage veneered oak chest of drawers with brass details on the sides and solid oak base. Each drawer features green laminated bottom. Additional information: Country of manufacture...
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20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

1960 Tatra Cabinet in Walnut Finish, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- High gloss finish - Good original condition with minor signs of use
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1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Joyce Bedside Table, Made of Ash Wood
Located in Salizzole, IT
Ash wood bedside table with glass or marble top, a compartment closed by a sliding doorand brass handles. Shaped foot with brass cup. Design Li...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Ash

Mid-Century Chest of Drawers in Walnut & Teak from AY Crown Furniture, 1960s
Located in South Shields, GB
A mid century walnut tallboy chest of drawers from AY Crown Furniture - which is a beautiful quality piece It's very similar in style and quality to Alfred Cox designed furniture Sta...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak, Walnut

Comò Anni 70 con specchiera
Located in Milano, IT
Comò con specchio, luci laterali (non revisionate) in legno impiallacciato legno esotico.
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Mid-Century Walnut Chest of Drawers by Alfred COX for Heals, 1960s
Located in South Shields, GB
An impressive quality, tall walnut chest of drawers from Alfred Cox - retailed through Heal's during the 1950s The bank of five drawers stands on long, tapered, splayed legs
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Pair of Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Black Lacquer Low Chests by Kittinger
Located in New York, NY
This bold and thoughtfully composed Pair of Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Low Chests in Black Lacquer with Antique White Gold Greek Key Detailing are by Kittinger and originate fr...
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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Lacquer

Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Black Lacquer Low Chest by Kittinger
Located in New York, NY
This bold and thoughtfully composed Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Low Chest in Black Lacquer with Antique White Gold Greek Key Detailing is by Kittinger and originates from the Un...
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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Lacquer

Mid-Century Teak Chest of Drawers by Heals from Loughborough, 1950s
Located in South Shields, GB
A teak & mahogany chest of drawers from Loughborough Furniture - retailed through Heals during the 1950s With an ebonised trim Featuring four drawers The matching tallboy is liste...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Brutalist Masive Oak chest of drawers - 1960s
Located in Brussels , BE
Nice chest of drawers in oak
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1960s European Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Vintage Mid Century Meredew Chest of Four Drawers in Oak
Located in London, GB
Stylishly simple chest of four drawers by Meredew from the early 1960s. Beautiful blonde oak finish which is smooth to touch with a characterful grain. Good size drawer depth and the...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Pair Vintage Italian Mahogany 3 Drawer Side Chests with Black Legs & Brass Feet
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this pair of mahogany three drawer sides chests date from the late 1950s / early 1960s. Chests are set on floating style black frames with X-form stretchers and brass...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid-Century Teak Chest of Drawers from Homeworthy, 1970s
Located in South Shields, GB
A teak chest of drawers from Homeworthy Featuring 4 drawers
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Scandinavian Chest Of Drawers By Carlo Jensen - Hundevad & Co. - Oak - Ca 1960
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Scandinavian double chest of drawers by designer Carlo Jensen produced by Poul Hundevad and his company Hundevad & Co. Pretty light oak furniture from the 1960s, mid century modern, ...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Shop Counter of Birch and Oak Wood with Twenty Drawers, 1940's
Located in Madrid, ES
Two-part merchant haberdashery counter made of birch and oak. Glass upper part with interior compartment of ten display drawers and mounting for lighting. Bottom part with ten larger...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Commode, 1950s, Sweden
Located in Brussels, BE
This elegant commode is from Sweden and dates from the 1950s. The modernist details are in the handles of the commode and the feet. The decorative brass fixtures contrasts with the s...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid-century Modern commodes and chests of drawers for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern commodes and chests of drawers for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage commodes and chests of drawers created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, more furniture and collectibles, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern commodes and chests of drawers made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original commodes and chests of drawers, popular names associated with this style include Lawson-Fenning, Paul McCobb, Edward Wormley, and Widdicomb Furniture Co.. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for commodes and chests of drawers differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $130 and tops out at $128,000 while the average work can sell for $4,174.

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