Modern Dressers
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
"Il Pezzo 2 Coffee Table" with drawers - walnut - Marquinia marble - brass base
Located in Firenze, IT
Classic, flowing and gentle contours, Il Pezzo 2 gives its own reading of time, old pieces inspiring familiar and comforting sensations.
Crafted entirely from solid American walnut, ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Dorothy Bureau, Modern Walnut Chest of Drawers with Turned Legs and Shaped Pulls
Located in Stevenson, WA
The Dorothy Bureau is a solid wood chest of drawers with a continuous grain matched waterfall miter from side to top to side. The drawer fronts are gr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dressers
Materials
Hardwood
Custom Made Pelios Chest of Drawers in Wood Veneer, Marble and Brass legs
By Casa Botelho
Located in London, GB
Pelios chest of drawers
A perfect pair to the Pelios bedside table, the pelios chest of drawer exudes the same seductive, glamorous aesthetic. Designed with sleekly-architectural lin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Dressers
Materials
Marble, Metal
Celato Cabinet / Chest of Drawers in Copper by De Castelli
By DeCastelli
Located in Boston, MA
Designed by R&D DeCastelli
Celato is a reference to what is concealed to keep a memory intact; it’s an archetype in which beauty is revealed in stages.
A monolithic appearance m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Copper
"Il Pezzo 2 Highboy" dresser in American walnut - Marquinia marble - brass base
Located in Firenze, IT
Classic, flowing and gentle contours, Il Pezzo 2 gives its own reading of time, old pieces inspiring familiar and comforting sensations.
Crafted entirely from solid American walnut, ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Oscar Chest of Drawers
By Guerra Vanni
Located in Milan, IT
Captivating and stylish, this item in the new Oscar collection, the chest of 4 drawers, boasts a bold yet elegant design with elements of Santos rosewood that will adapt to any decor...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
Isabella Costantini, Italy, Gerardo Dresser with Three Drawers
Located in Ascoli Piceno, IT
Designed by IC and realized by skilful Italian artisans, the Gerardo dresser features three self-closing doors and stunning geometric details that make it a Stand-out piece that will...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Loft 6-Drawer Dresser by Daytona
By Daytona
Located in Milan, IT
In a stunning design, the Loft Double 6-drawer Dresser is composed of a plywood structure and a wooden top in hemp lacquer finish, the base is lacquered effec...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Pacific Highboy by Volk
By VOLK 3
Located in Brooklyn, NY
As shown:
Solid walnut with custom turned brass legs.
Solid poplar drawers with turned brass drawer pulls.
Fabric drawer linings upon request for an additional fee.
Oil and wax f...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
21st Century Sahara.6 Chest of Drawers by Roberto Cavalli Home Interiors
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Sahara.6 Chest with drawers in glossy lacquered finishing col. 7528c. Structure in leather Cat. B touch col. Ashgrey. Gold metal feet, top in marble CAT. A Travertino Navona.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Marble
AC11, Solid Walnut Credenza, or Dresser with Bronze Pulls and Dovetail Joinery
Located in Newburgh, NY
This handmade credenza or dresser console features bronze pulls, dovetail joinery and a blackened steel base. The AC11 stands with confidence and add...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Bronze, Steel
21st Century Fly Case Chest of Drawers by Roberto Cavalli Home Interiors
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Fly Case literally means "air box". This product line of Roberto Cavalli Home Interiors is inspired by the protective containers used for the transport of fra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Leather, Wood
Napoleon Chest of Drawers Cabinet by Matteo Cibic
Located in Kolkata, IN
Napoleon Chest of Drawers Cabinet by Matteo Cibic is a gorgeous chest of drawers with resin inlay work in chic, geometrical patterns.
India's handicrafts are as multifarious as its ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dressers
Materials
Resin
HALO NIGHTSTAND - Modern Nightstand with Circle Design with Gold Leaf Detail
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
HALO NIGHTSTAND - Modern Nightstand with Circle Design with Gold Leaf Detail
The Halo nightstand is a stunning and modern piece of furniture that exudes sophistication and luxury. I...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Gold Leaf
Atlantic Dresser by Volk
By VOLK 3
Located in Brooklyn, NY
As shown:
Solid walnut with inlaid brass details.
Bent brass drawer pulls.
Fabric lined drawers by request at an additional fee.
Oil and wax finish.
Dimensions: 34" H x 42" W x ...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Established & Sons Tudor Two-Door Cabinet in Black by Jaime Hayon
Located in London, GB
Tudor cabinet uses simple symbolic forms to emulate the theatrical architecture, opulence and culture of the 16th century. Iconic forms loyal to the Tudor period...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
RECAMIER DRESSER - Modern Oak + Lacquer Dresser w/ Gold Leaf Hand-Carved Details
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
RECAMIER DRESSER - Modern Oak + Lacquer Dresser w/ Gold Leaf Hand-Carved Details
The Recamier dresser is a beautiful and unique piece of furniture that features a mixed finish desig...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Silver Leaf
Isabella Costantini, Italy, Maddalena Dresser with Three Drawers
Located in Ascoli Piceno, IT
Designed by IC and realized by expert Italian artisans, the Maddalena dresser features three spacious drawers and sinuous lines which are elegantly enriched with brass, or powder coa...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Wide Pacific Dresser by Volk
By VOLK 3
Located in Brooklyn, NY
As shown:
Solid blackened ash with turned copper legs and drawer pulls and solid walnut with turned brass legs and pulls.
Fabric lined drawers by request at an additional fee.
Wat...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Copper
Craft Associates Dresser, Modern Walnut Dresser, 8 Drawers
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Modern walnut dresser - quick ship. All show samples are in excellent condition. Can ship immediately!
This modern dresser - 1608 - Craft Associates Furniture is expertly crafted. The base is constructed by hand from hard wood and not machine. The walnut is then shaped by artisans and finished with a commercial grade matte finish.
"Modernism means freedom - freedom to mix, to choose, to change, to embrace the new but to hold fast...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Lateral Dresser Metal and Hardwood Dresser with Brass Inlay and Hot Rolled Steel
Located in North Branch, NY
The Lateral dresser is a traditional four-drawer dresser unit with clean lines and the highest levels of material and craftsmanship. The frame of the unit...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass, Steel
SIMONE NIGHTSTAND - Bleached White Oak Side Table with Authentic Snakeskin
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
SIMONE NIGHTSTAND - Bleached White Oak Side TAble with Authentic Snakeskin
The Simone nightstand is a beautifully crafted piece of furniture that sh...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Base Solid Wood Dresser, Walnut in Hand-Made Natural Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
A high-end contemporary dresser crafted by expert hands in Italy with premium solid walnut, oil finish. A sturdy and durable design piece that wil...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Ash, Walnut
Double C Dresser by Daytona
By Daytona
Located in Milan, IT
This exquisite dresser has an oval plywood structure with dark walnut veneer and brushed gloss finish on an inset plinth base. The top features an alluring Emperador marble slab with...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Pacific Dresser by Volk
By VOLK 3
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Solid bleached ash with turned brass legs and drawer pulls.
Fabric drawer linings upon request for an additional fee.
Flat waterborne finish.
Dimensions: 42” H x 26” W x 18” D.
C...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Custom 6-Drawer White Lacquer Dresser with Acrylic Side Panels
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Custom 6-drawer white lacquer dresser with acrylic side panels. Customization is available in different sizes, colors.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dressers
Materials
Acrylic, Lacquer
21st Century Sideroid Zenith Cabinet by CTRLZAK and Livio Ballabio - L.E.
By CTRLZAK and Livio Ballabio, JCP UNIVERSE
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
"An object of desire coming from the stars. Sideroid Zenith has a double soul: an artistic artifact and a container of precious items. Based on the s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Commode-Object, organic modern, Alu on Wood Handcrafted, made in Europe
Located in Dietmannsried, Bavaria
Furniture object by German designer Eckehard Weimann
organically designed chest of drawers.
Folds and distortions are sculpted from the surfaces. The furniture is made of multiplex ...
Category
2010s German Modern Dressers
Materials
Metal, Aluminum
Established & Sons Tudor Two-Door Cabinet in Red by Jaime Hayon
Located in London, GB
Tudor cabinet uses simple symbolic forms to emulate the theatrical architecture, opulence and culture of the 16th century. Iconic forms loyal to the Tudor period...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
21st Century Tonga Chest of Drawers in Gres by Roberto Cavalli Home Interiors
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
A chest of drawers with contemporary lines and vertical shape that combines functionality and aesthetic value. The piece of furniture is the result of a complex process of the crafts...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Metal
Trama e ordito Solid Wood Dresser, Walnut Natural Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
A sturdy timeless dresser, designed and made in Italy with premium solid walnut with sawn effect, oil finish. Handcrafted with passion and expertise, this dresser it’s the result of ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Indio Bedside Chest
By Jerry Nance
Located in New Hampton, NY
Shown in oiled walnut and brushed brass, the Indio bedside chest features three solid wood drawers with under-mount drawer slides, custom made hardware ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Milano Dresser by Daytona
By Daytona
Located in Milan, IT
Raised on a burnished brass tubular base, the sleek silhouette and dark hued palette of this remarkable dresser merge style with functionality. Two sliding drawers with burnished bra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Marble, Brass
21st Century Klee Chest of Drawers in Wood and Brass by Etro Home Interiors
By Etro
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
A versatile and superb mix of elements in perfect Etro Home Interiors style: the structure reminding the inital letter of the Etro logo holds the upper part covered in smoked eucalyp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Established & Sons Tudor Two-Door Cabinet in White by Jaime Hayon
Located in London, GB
Tudor cabinet uses simple symbolic forms to emulate the theatrical architecture, opulence and culture of the 16th century. Iconic forms loyal to the Tudor period...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
Welcome Wooden Bench Covered with Gauze and a Small Drawer Unit by Aldo Cibic
By Aldo Cibic
Located in Como, IT
Welcome, an entryway furniture, consisting of a bench and a mini chest of drawers, where it's
possible to put a flower or mail, keys or what you...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Textile, Wood
"Chaneau" Dresser by Robert Marinelli, edited by BGA, USA, 2019
Located in New York, NY
Black piano lacquered main body, with three “bands” of carved silver oak drawers featuring
silvered bronze handles. The insides of the drawers are lined with felt.
Custom sizes, ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dressers
Materials
Bronze
21st Century Woodstock Dressing Table in Wood and Brass by Etro Home Interiors
By Etro
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
A warm combination of essences and finishes for the Woodstock dressing table, a piece of furniture that completes Woodstock collection launched in 2018. The structure is in matte dar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Dante Double 6-Drawer Dresser by Daytona
By Daytona
Located in Milan, IT
A remarkably elegant accessory, the Dante double 6-drawer dresser has a structure in plywood covered in a dark walnut veneer with a brushed gloss ebony finish. Featuring practical dr...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Marble, Brass
TRESTLES NIGHTSTAND - Modern Ebony Walnut with Silver Metallic Base
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
TRESTLES NIGHTSTAND - Modern Ebony Walnut with Silver Metallic Base
The Trestles Nightstand is a beautiful piece of furniture that combines modern urban influences with fine craftsm...
Category
2010s North American Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Walnut Three-Drawer Dresser by John Kapel for Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a professionally restored 3-drawer cabinet designed by John Kapel for Glenn of California.
Category
1960s American Vintage Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Modern Semainire Made of Tarnished Brass with Rotating Walnut Drawers
Located in Chicago, IL
A modern take on a semainier, complete with vanity mirror and nine variable depth drawers, provides ample storage for all things. The top drawer, conveniently slim, is the ideal space for watches, ties or jewelry. Different from traditional cabinets...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass, Steel
Atlantic Dresser with Hutch by VOLK
By VOLK 3
Located in Brooklyn, NY
As shown:
Solid walnut with inlaid brass details and bent brass drawer pulls.
Fabric lined drawers by request at an additional fee.
Sliding doors with inset panels of Harris Tweed...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
21st Century Justine Cabinet in Wood by Matteo Cibic - Limited Edition
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
"In a world where treasured objects dematerialize, containers become the real protagonists. Conceived as a coffer, Justine is an uncommon creation with soft a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dressers
Materials
Metal
Moreno Bedside Chest
By Jerry Nance
Located in New Hampton, NY
Shown in satin white lacquer with burnished brass hardware and Calcatta marble, the Moreno bedside chest features three solid wood drawers with under-mo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dressers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Midcentury Italian Cedar Wood Pair of Chest of Drawers with Brass Finishings
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful Italian pair of elegant in solid cedar wood chest of drawers, with handles and brass feet, with six very spacious drawers each.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Modern Chrome and Faux Snakeskin Chest of Drawers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This impressive contemporary modern chest of drawers features a heavy chrome frame with faux snakeskin finish. Fabric lined drawers, X style stretchers, and unique pulls make this sp...
Category
Late 20th Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Chrome
Samba Cabinet by Wendell Castle, Late 20th Century, Signed with Impressed WC.
Located in Kansas City, MO
Samba cabinet from the Wendell Castle Collection for Icon Design, late 20th century. Finished on all sides.
Hand carved and stained ash with leather pulls. Signed with WC. The drawe...
Category
1990s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Leather, Ash
Ac10 Walnut Dresser Console with Drawers, Steel Base and Bronze Accents
Located in Newburgh, NY
Ac 10 is a handmade, solid walnut dresser console with interior drawers and shelving. It features a clean and minimal exterior, making for an elegant yet functional storage solution ...
Category
2010s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Steel, Bronze
Custom Ball Foot Mirrored Commode with Silver Leaf Trim
Located in New York, NY
Custom ball foot mirrored commode with silver leaf trim. The one is shown in antiqued mirror finish. Customization is available in different sizes, mirror ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dressers
Materials
Silver Leaf
Mid Century Ebonized Credenza
Located in Locust Valley, NY
Category
Mid-20th Century American Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
Neoclassical Modern 4-Drawer Mirrored Dresser
Located in New York, NY
Custom Neoclassical modern 4-drawer mirrored dresser. Customization is available in different sizes, mirror finish, and hardware.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dressers
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Large Diamond Front Mirrored Dresser
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Custom large diamond front mirrored dresser with 9 drawers and two doors. Customization is available in different sizes, finishes and hardware.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dressers
Materials
Mirror, Wood, Glass
Pair of Custom Black Lacquered Dressers with Genuine Shagreen Drawer Fronts
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Pair of custom lacquered dresser with genuine shagreen three drawer fronts. One is shown in the combination of black satin lacquer and dyed shag...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Modern Dressers
Materials
Lacquer, Shagreen
Custom 9-Drawer Python Dresser with Lucite Side Panels
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Custom 9-drawer python dresser with Lucite side panels. Customization is available in different sizes and colors.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood, Python, Lucite
6-Drawer Grey Gunmetal Python Dresser with Lucite Side Panels
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Custom 6-drawer grey gunmetal python dresser with Lucite side panels. Customization is available in different sizes and colors.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dressers
Materials
Metal
Early Edward Wormley for Dunbar Chest of Drawers
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mahogany chest of drawers with brass octagonal ring pulls, designed by Edward Wormley in late 1930s.
Category
1930s American Vintage Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
1970s Cedar Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in Milano, IT
1970s cedar wood chest of drawers, brass handles and legs.
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Modern dressers for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern dressers 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 dressers 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 Modern dressers made in a specific country, there are Europe, North America, and United States pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original dressers, popular names associated with this style include Erbanisteria Roberto Gambella, Crump and Kwash, Ercole Home, and Luis Pons. 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.
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