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1905 Chest Of Drawer

George Nakashima black american walnut chest of drawers 1955
By George Nakashima
Located in Paris, IDF
grains and knots. The dresser consists of three full-size drawers and one smaller one. The drawer handles
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Restored Modernist Mahogany Chest of Drawers W/ Rattan Pulls
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Restored Post War mahogany lowboy dresser with large full-length rattan pulls along each drawer and
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Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rattan

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Widdicomb Tall Walnut Dresser with Spear Shaped Handles
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Miami, FL
a T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Furniture Company tall five-drawer walnut chest of drawers
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Pair French 19th Century Louis XV/XVI Style Transitional Commodes, Linke Attr.
By François Linke
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, each with a large drawer surmounted with ormolu wreath-ring pulls, the banded ormolu aprons with
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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

George Nakashima 8 Drawer Cherry Chest, Mid-Century
By George Nakashima
Located in Toledo, OH
Studio crafted chest by George Nakashima (1905-1990). This cherry chest features a 3 plank top with
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Cherry

Satinwood Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase Chest Drawers Gillows Lancaster Georgian
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dublin, Ireland
Century. The secretaire drawer front folds and opens to reveal an arrangement of central pigeon holes
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Antique Late 18th Century Irish Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Satinwood, Mahogany

Renaissance by Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Flatware Set 156 Pcs Herbst Estate
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Big Bend, WI
2-drawer (non-Tiffany) estate chest. Excellent condition, with matching "H" monogram. This set
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Early 20th Century Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Widdicomb Tall Walnut Dresser with Spear Shaped Handles
Located in Buffalo, NY
. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Furniture Company tall five-drawer walnut chest of drawers with stylish
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Vintage 1950s American Dressers

Materials

Silver Plate

Iris & New Art by Durgin Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service Nouveau 167 Pieces
By Durgin Silver Company
Located in Big Bend, WI
compliment to New Art. The 1905 New Art Catalog states that the two patterns were meant to be used together
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Mid-20th Century Tableware

Materials

Sterling Silver

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Late 20th Century American Modern Beds and Bed Frames

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Metal, Chrome

Danish Midcentury Commode in Oak by Hans Wegner, 1960s
By Hans J. Wegner, Ry Møbler
Located in Lejre, DK
Commodes in oak. Designed by Hans J Wegner for RY Moebler cabinetmakers in the late 1950s.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

French Riviera Chest of Drawers in Woven Rattan by Vivai del Sud, Italy, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Mid-century French Riviera style chest of drawers fully made in woven rattan with brass knobs and a top crystal glass. This incredibly charming piece was made by Vivai del S...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Vintage Coastal Wrapped Rattan Writing Desk
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous vintage Coastal writing desk. Chic wrapped rattan on a clean Parsons style frame. Glass rests on rattan cross bars. Can also be a great dining table. You decide! Acquired ...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Desks and Writing Tables

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Rattan, Glass

Asian Pagoda Style Burnt Bamboo Cane Desk & Chair MINT!
By McGuire, Ficks Reed
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Asian Pagoda Style Burnt Bamboo Cane Desk & Chair MINT! Chair: 18'' x 20'' x 38'' Seat height: 18.5''
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Upholstery, Bamboo, Rattan

Walnut Coffee Table by George Nakashima
By George Nakashima
Located in Long Island City, NY
An Original Walnut Coffee Table by George Nakashima. About George Nakashima: George Katsutoshi Nakashima was an American woodworker, architect, and furniture maker who was one of ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Walnut

Walnut Coffee Table by George Nakashima
Walnut Coffee Table by George Nakashima
H 12 in W 66.75 in D 24.25 in
Organic Modern Basket Weave Cerused Wicker Kneehole Pedestal Desk
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Stylish kneehole or pedestal desk featuring a wood frame covered with basketweave rattan wicker. The three piece desk is embellished on all sides with geometric woven wicker having a...
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20th Century American Organic Modern Desks and Writing Tables

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Wicker, Rattan, Wood

Modern Fluted Buffet Sideboard Cabinet by Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture, USA
By Barbara Barry, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite Modern Fluted Buffet Sideboard Cabinet by Barbara Barry, crafted exclusively for Baker Furniture in 2010. This impeccable creation showcases the timeless el...
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2010s American Modern Buffets

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Wood

Boho Chic Wicker Rattan Bamboo Vanity Dressing Table Writing Desk & Chair
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage wicker desk and side chair featuring bamboo frames with woven green accents and one drawer flanked by two cubbies. Dimensions: desk 40.5" x 21" x 30"h, chair 23" x 18" x 34"...
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Late 20th Century Bohemian Desks and Writing Tables

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Bamboo, Rattan

Straw Wicker Woven Rush Chair Midcentury Jean Michel Frank Style, 1930, France
By Jean-Michel Frank
Located in New York, NY
Straw wicker woven rush chair midcentury Jean Michel Frank style, 1930, France. Woven chair that shows fine workmanship. Beautifully woven with patina throughout. Sycomore Sourc...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Chairs

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Sycamore, Straw

George Nakashima Sliding Door Low Cabinet
By George Nakashima
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Gorgeous George Nakashima cabinet features a single slab laurel top with one free edge above two doors concealing two adjustable shelves. Perfect low cabinet also could be a wonderfu...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

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Walnut

Set of 12 Exquisite "Gilded Age" Sterling Silver Tiffany Charger Plates
By Charles L. Tiffany
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite set of 12 "Gilded Age" Sterling Silver Tiffany Charges was realized in America in 1905. Each plate has heavily detailed boarders featuring a Kylix cup amid scrolling s...
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Antique Early 1900s American Neoclassical Sterling Silver

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Sterling Silver

John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Nightstands, 1950s
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Rococo or French Provincial Louis XV style bedside tables or end tables By John Widdicomb USA, 1950s Solid carved cherry wood, with original cream lacque...
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Vintage 1950s American French Provincial Night Stands

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Brass

Boho Chic Wicker Rattan Glass Top Writing Desk by Henry Link
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Elevate your workspace with the Boho Chic Wicker Rattan Writing Desk by Henry Link. Crafted with intricate weaves, it's a blend of rustic charm and modern elegance. Minor wear around...
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20th Century American Bohemian Desks and Writing Tables

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Glass

Meissen Porcelain Tea / Coffee Service / 12 People
By Meissen Porcelain
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Beautiful German Meissen porcelain coffee / tea service for twelve people. The coffee / tea service is in great condition. Just exquisite & very rare to find a complete service for t...
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Vintage 1960s German Rococo Tea Sets

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Gold

Restored Shabby Chic Wicker & Rattan Secretary Desk with Chair
Located in Van Nuys, CA
White shabby chic wicker and rattan secretary desk with matching chair. This late Victorian desk features a mahogany top with rattan legs and wicker sides, a center drawer, and built...
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Vintage 1950s American Late Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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George Nakashima Mid Century Modern Design Eight Drawer Chest
By George Nakashima
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This American mid-century modern design eight drawer dresser was designed by George Nakashima (1905
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20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

George Nakashima Mid Century Modern Design Seven Drawer Chest
By George Nakashima
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This American mid-century modern design seven drawer chest was designed ca 1950 by George Nakashima
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20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

19th Century Marquetry Commode
By Giuseppe Maggiolini
Located in Monza, IT
decorated with floral tendrils and crossbanding, with three drawer inlaid Front and sides are decorated
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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of D...

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Tulipwood

19th Century Marquetry Commode
19th Century Marquetry Commode
H 35.83 in W 48.82 in D 22.84 in
Magnificent William and Mary Red Lacquer and Gilt Secretaire on Chest
By Peter Miller
Located in London, Middlesex
landscapes amongst scrolling foliage, with a frieze drawer above a fall-front door concealing an arrangement
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Antique Late 17th Century English William and Mary Secretaires

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Lacquer

Rare Pair of T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Four-Drawer Walnut Chests
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings (1905-1976). Pair of four-drawer walnut chests with coved corner edges and
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Vintage 1960s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Rare T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Small Three-Drawer Walnut Chest
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings (1905-1976). Small walnut chest with coved corner edges and block feet
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Vintage 1960s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Eliel Saarinen Lacquered Chest of Drawers for Johnson Furniture
Located in Pasadena, CA
This chest with four drawers was designed in 1948 by Eliel Saarinen (1873-1950) and Eva Lisa
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Vintage 1940s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Six-Drawer Dresser
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful six-drawer dresser featuring, matched walnut, cane with brass handles and turned brass
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Vintage 1950s British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Eliel Saarinen Lacquered Dresser for Johnson Furniture
By Eva-Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson, Eliel Saarinen, Johnson Furniture Co.
Located in Pasadena, CA
This chest with four drawers was designed in 1948 by Eliel Saarinen (1873-1950) and Eva Lisa
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Vintage 1940s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Exceptional Queen Anne Burr Walnut Tallboy
Located in Lymington, GB
original state with well-matched figured walnut veneers of very good colour, both to the drawer fronts and
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Antique Early 18th Century English Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Dra...

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Walnut

Exceptional Queen Anne Burr Walnut Tallboy
Exceptional Queen Anne Burr Walnut Tallboy
H 83.08 in W 41.34 in D 22.05 in
Louis XV Transitional Style Kingwood / Tulipwood Petit Commode Side Table
Located in Nashville, TN
With tambour doors (in fine working condition). The cabinet with inset marble-top. The top drawer
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Edward VII English Pair of Black Wood Nightstands Lacquered
Located in Prato, Tuscany
be used individually or in pairs even as small chests of drawers. Produced between 1905-1909 during
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Night Stands

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Wood

Music Room Desk Two Chairs Circle Josef Maria Olbrich Darmstadt Germany c.1900
By Joseph Maria Olbrich
Located in Vienna, AT
type. The chest of desk has two doors with lock & key and a drawer / inside, there are two drawers
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Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Desks and Writing Tables

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Other

Eliel Saarinen Lacquered Desk with Return for Johnson Furniture
Located in Pasadena, CA
) and Eva Lisa (Pipsan) Saarinen Swanson (1905–1979) for the Johnson Furniture Company of Grand Rapids
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Vintage 1940s American Desks

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Wood

Small 17th Century Burr Walnut Marquetry Bureau on Stand
Located in Lymington, GB
chests and document boxes, to purpose-made furniture for the growing numbers of people learning to read
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Antique 1690s British Cabinets

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Walnut

Louis XV Style Chinoiserie Chest of Drawers, Commode
Located in Pomona, CA
A chinoiserie chest of drawers in the Louis XV style. Gilt bronze mounts to the feet and uprights
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Antique Early 1900s English Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Midcentury Moodern Drawer Unit Attributed to Paola Buffa
By Paolo Buffa
Located in London, GB
High quality drawer drawer unit in exotic wood with fruitwood banding. It has six drawers and due
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Fruitwood

Victorian Mahogany and Brass Military Officer’s Campaign Chest, Ross & Co Dublin
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful antique mahogany Campaign chest with secretary from Ross & Co from Dublin. There is a
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Antique 18th Century Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Antique serpentine form chest of drawers made of plum pudding mahogany with crossbanding and
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings 4 Drawer Commode for Widdicomb
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
T.H.Robsjohn -Gibbings 4 drawer commode for Widdicomb circa 1950's.Commode features 4 bowed front
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20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Nickel

American Deco 40's Chest by Robsjohn Gibbings.
Located in New York, NY
"Modern" styling typical of the designers avant guard work. Gibbings (1905-1976), a celebrated 20th
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20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Queen Anne Period Bachelor's Chest in Walnut and Walnut Veneer
Located in Quechee, VT
from its use. This early eighteenth-century chest has an owner's provenance dating to 1905 when it
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Walnut

Chippendale Style Mahogany Commode
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Suffolk, GB
flower design. The drawer fronts consist of fine quality mahogany veneers, also of serpentine form
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Early 20th Century British Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Chippendale Style Mahogany Commode
Chippendale Style Mahogany Commode
H 35.25 in W 46.75 in D 24 in
Louis XVI Style Marble Top Two Door Cabinet by Francois Linke
By François Linke
Located in Bridgeport, CT
drawer above, along with interior drawers. Both the bronze mounts, and the marquetry are of the finest
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Turn of the Century Bamboo and Rattan Four-Drawer Chest
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Very rare chest measures 35" wide, 37 1/2" tall, 18 1/2" deep, the upper section adds another 42 1
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Antique Early 1900s American Adirondack Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bamboo

T.H. Robsjohns-Gibbings for Widdicomb Chest of Drawers
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Geneva, IL
Large midcentury, 12 drawer chest designed by T.H. Robsjohns-Gibbings (1905-76), manufactured by
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Vintage 1950s American Dressers

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Mahogany

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Finding the Right storage-case-pieces 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 1905 Chest Of Drawer
  • 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 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 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 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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