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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Neo Classic Inspired Chest on Chest
Located in Westwood, NJ
Drawing inspiration from classical aesthetics, this chest provides six drawers with ample storage and exudes sophistication with its classic silhouette and refined proportions. The...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

19th Century mahogany Wellington chest of drawers
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Impressive antique mahogany Wellington chest of drawers with 8 drawers. With the characteristic closure on the right side. No key present. In beautiful original condition. ready for ...
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1840s British Early Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Ralph Lauren Faux Bamboo Distressed Painted Commode Dresser
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is an intentionally distressed Ralph Lauren French Directoire style commode or dresser. The commode is in good working condition and is labeled. Measures 46 wide x 18 deep x 34 ...
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Early 2000s Unknown Directoire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Neo Classic Inspired Chest
Located in Westwood, NJ
Drawing inspiration from classical aesthetics, this chest exudes sophistication with its classic silhouette and refined proportions. The chest of drawers is constructed with mahoga...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Small 19th Century chest of drawers
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful small antique mahogany chest of drawers with 4 drawers in perfect condition. The chest of drawers has a beautiful aged patina. Origin: England Period: Approx. 1840 Size: 76...
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1840s British Early Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

French Régence 18th Century Walnut Commode or Chest of Drawers
Located in Newark, GB
A wonderful piece of furniture, this fine 18th century French Régence commode or chest of drawers has a feel of the massive about it. With the beautiful patina and deep colour expect...
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Early 18th Century French Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut, Wood

Pair of Louis XV style chests of drawers in lacquer and bronze. 1950s.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Louis XV and Asian style “sauteuse” chests of drawers, in lacquer and gilt bronze, with their marble tops, lacquer decorated with landscapes composed of pagodas, trees, bridg...
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1950s French Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

19th Century French Louis Philippe Commode
Located in Houston, TX
Crafted in the 19th century, the Louis Philippe commode exudes timeless elegance and refined craftsmanship. This exquisite piece of French furniture epitomizes the neoclassical styl...
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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

19th Century flame mahogany tall chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century flame mahogany tall chest of drawers circa 1870. Fine quality caddy top tall chest of drawers, which is also known as a seminere chest, because of the use of 7 drawers....
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Late 19th Century Swedish Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

19th Century English Serpentine Front Chest
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a beautiful mid 19th century English serpentine front chest. The wood Is a flamed mahogany, and it is flamed! In this business we don't see too many serpentine front chest ma...
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1840s English Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Hardwood

Early 20th Century Chest on Chest Design Drawers
Located in Newark, GB
An attractive piece of storage furniture, this early 20th century set of drawers is relatively small and narrow and will make a great set of drawers for any space, ideal for smaller ...
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Early 20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut, Wood

Louis XVI Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Austin, TX
Petite chest of drawers from France in the Louis XVI style. This piece is made of cherry wood that has been finished with a lustrous French polish of museum quality. There are two do...
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1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Late 19th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Three Drawer Commode
Located in Burton, TX
Found in the South of France, this 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Commode or Chest of Drawers was crafted from old growth Walnut by furniture artisans in the late 1800's. The pi...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Walnut Burl Marble Top Commode Chest
Located in Dayton, OH
A Louis Philippe Walnut Commode, c. 1840. Features a rectangular form made from walnut with matchbook veneer burled drawer fronts and Saint Anne Des Pyrenees Marble top. Features a...
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1840s Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Early Oak Chest From France, Circa 1800
Located in Nashville, TN
Early Oak Chest From France, Circa 1800. Solid oak construction with original hardware. Fantastic patina and use.
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Early 1800s Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Classic Bombe Chest
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted from premium acacia wood, this chest exudes a soothing whitewashed tone that enhances the intricate natural patterns of the wood grain. The chest offers not just visual splen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese American Classical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Pair of 2 French Antique Marble and Mahogany Marquetry Nightstands-Set of 2 Marb
Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine
Pair of 2 French Antique Louis XVI Rosewood Marquetry Marble Top Nightstands from the 20s 2 different Cabinet Maker Masterpieces , which we offer as a Pair. 1) Solid Mahogany Bedsid...
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1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass, Bronze

19th Century French Louis Philippe Walnut Commode
Located in San Antonio, TX
Experience the timeless allure of the 19th Century French Louis Philippe Commode, showcasing the exquisite artistry of book-matched walnut veneer. Crafted to perfection, this commode...
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1840s French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Small Elm Wood Louis XVI Chest of Drawers, Denmark circa 1870-90
Located in Round Top, TX
A Danish late 18th century Louis XVI chest of three drawers. Serpentine front topped with carved Greek key motif. The dark, rich patina of the elm wood reflects generations of use. N...
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Late 19th Century Danish Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Elm

Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Louis XVI Inlaid Walnut Marble Top Commode
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A fine late 18th Century French inlaid walnut commode, dresser or large chest of drawers, having high Louis XVI neoclassical form, three spacious drawers, separated by a moulding tha...
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Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

A Shapely French Bombé Commode w/Nice Rococo Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French bombé style painted wood chest of drawers from the mid 20th century. This vintage commode from France has a rectangular top with subtle serpentine front, atop a shapely body...
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Mid-20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

18th Century French Commode
Located in Salisbury, GB
A superb high quality 18th century French rococo bombe shaped commode - in oak with two deep drawers in a faux marble painted finish with a beautiful real shaped marble top - the met...
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Mid-18th Century French Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Asian chest of drawers, 20th century
Located in Brussels, BE
20th-century Asian decorative chest of drawers crafted from wood, adorned with a stunning red patina that adds warmth and character to any space. Please do not hesitate to contact ...
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20th Century Asian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Pair Early 20th C English Walnut Three Drawer Chests
Located in Troy, MI
Found in England, this pair of three drawer chests dates from approximately 1900. Chests feature dark walnut veneer arranged in a decorative pattern with contrasting light maple bord...
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Early 20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid Century Danish Teak Chest of Drawers Aksel Kjersgaard for Odder Mobelfabrik
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
Teak Chest of 3 drawers by Aksel Kjersgaard for Odder Mobelfabrik in Denmark in the 1960s. It is model 34. Commonly attributed to Kai Kristiansen Features: Wonderful teak grain T...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair of Mid Century Nightstands with Chrome Drawer Pulls
Located in Asheville, NC
Enhance your bedroom decor with this stylish pair of high-quality nightstands, each boasting sleek chrome drawer pulls. The dark black lacquer top and sides lend a touch of elegance ...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Chrome

Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Black Drawer 1860s-1900s
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese drawer. This furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). It is made of cedar wood. The round handles are made of iron. These drawers are tasteful, rustic, si...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cedar

solid pine secretary chest by WASA, Germany 1990s
Located in grand Lancy, CH
solid pine chest by Wasa , the name of a very successful furniture series in the 70s, today stands for the whole company - it became a trademark for perfectly natural, carefully craf...
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1990s German Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Ebonized French Marble Top Chest
Located in Westwood, NJ
This exquisite chest is an ideal centerpiece for any bedroom or living space, offering both visual splendor and functional utility. The top of the chest is crafted from honed Empera...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Stone

Classic Mid Century Highboy Dresser with Chrome Drawer Pulls
Located in Asheville, NC
Elevate your bedroom decor with this high-quality highboy dresser featuring sleek chrome drawer pulls. Its dark lacquer top and sides add a touch of sophistication to any space. Dim...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Chrome

Rare Mid Century Modern Rosewood Gentlemen's Chest with Lucite Base by Modernage
Located in Asheville, NC
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your space with this hard-to-find piece from the Mid-Century Modern era. Crafted from luxurious rosewood and featuring a sleek lucite base, this g...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Chrome

Pair of Black Lacquered Chests with Inlaid Star Pattern
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome pair of black lacquered chests with inlaid star pattern. So unique! Creates an upscale designer touch. Lovely!!
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Mid Century Chest of Drawers model 4601, Simon Fussell for Kartell, Italy 70s
Located in Lucija, SI
Nice black chest of drawers designed by Simon Fussell for Kartell Italy This is model 4601 3-5 In very good conditions
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Plastic, Fiberglass

Mid-Century Danish Modern Falster Teak Tambour High Chest
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Danish Modern Falster Teak Tambour High Chest. Featuring a straight line design, six graduated drawers on the left side, recessed wooden pulls, tamb...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Teak

English 18th C. Georgian Period Inlaid Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Mckinney, TX
Transport yourself back in time with this remarkable English late 18th-century Georgian chest of drawers. Constructed with care, it embodies the essence of meticulous English traditi...
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Late 19th Century English Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

19th Century French Louis Philippe Walnut Veneer Commode
Located in San Antonio, TX
Indulge in the timeless elegance of the 19th Century French Louis Philippe Walnut Veneer Commode, a masterpiece of sophistication and craftsmanship. This exquisite piece exemplifies ...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

American Bow Front Sheraton Chest
Located in Bradenton, FL
A very pretty 19th century American Sheraton Mahogany chest of drawers. Old refinish in very good condition with all drawers gliding smoothly in the case. Replaced older drawer hard...
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Early 19th Century Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Small Scale Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Period Walnut Chest, Marble Top
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Measuring only 34.5 inches wide, this small scale late eighteenth century French Louis XVI period walnut commode or chest of drawers features a grey marble top and fluted rounded cor...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Maitland Smith tessellated marble 5 drawers petite Commode.
Located in Miami, FL
Maitland Smith tessellated marble 5 drawers petite commode.
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1990s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Wrought Iron

Pair, Black Painted Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden circa 1860-90
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of Gustavian pine chest of drawers with canted fluted side posts with upper carved diamond medallion and Greek key meander along top, all raised on four tapered fluted feet. T...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

French Neoclassic Commode, Cornflower Blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical style painted wood commode from the mid 20th century. This mid-century chest from France features a rectangular-shaped top, which rests above a neoclassical sty...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

60's Chest of Drawers
Located in Milano, IT
Mahogany veneered wood chest of drawers with polyester finish, brass ferrules.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Victorian oak secretaire campaign chest
Located in Salisbury, GB
Victorian oak secretaire campaign chest This Victorian oak secretaire campaign chest was made circa 1870. Once an officer was commissioned and ready to embark on a tour overseas, he...
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1870s English Campaign Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Small Satin Birch Chest of drawers
Located in Faversham, GB
A well proportioned Victorian satin birch chest of drawers with an arrangement of two short over two long drawers. The drawers have the original bun handles, brass locks and escutch...
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Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Satin, Birch

18th C. French Louis XV Carved and Painted Wood Commode
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XV carved and painted wood commode, with subtle serpentine shaped body, from the 18th century. This antique chest from France has a shapely top with serpentine front a...
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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Near Pair of 18th Century Walnut Commodes
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Near pair of 18th C walnut commodes on stands. Would make good bedside tables. 1740. Height for smaller commode is 28 inches (71 cms). Reference: 8403 Dimensions 37 inches (94 cms...
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18th Century Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

French Empire Commode
Located in Bradenton, FL
A very attractive French Empire Mahogany Commode. Solid granite top over 4 drawers all with working locks and individual keys for each drawer. Round Mahogany veneer columns with Or...
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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Pair of Reeded Gustavian Style Commodes Chest of Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
White Painted Gustavian Style Chest of Drawers, A Pair Pair of white/greyish hand painted Gustavian style chest of drawers constructed from solid wood with a hand-applied distress...
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Early 2000s Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Antique French Quality Kingwood Inlaid Marble Top Bombe Shaped Secretaire Chest
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian French quality kingwood marquetry inlaid marble top bombe shaped secretaire chest having the original rouge marble top with a thumb moulded edge above four quality ...
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Other

19th Century Campaign Chest of Drawers
Located in Nantucket, MA
19th Century Campaign Chest of Drawers, circa 1860, a brass-bound teak chest made in two parts: the top section has a rectangular surface above a full drawer over two side-by-side dr...
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Mid-19th Century Campaign Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Pine Highboy Chest of Seven Drawers, Sweden circa 1900's
Located in Round Top, TX
This antique pine chest of drawers or "highboy" has 7 drawers, providing ideal storage in a narrow space. Clean simple lines define its Scandinavian style. There is a single brass pu...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Antique Primitive 19th Century Pine Chest of Drawers
Located in west palm beach, FL
Experience the rustic charm of our Antique Primitive Pine Chest of Drawers, a timeless treasure that embodies the essence of early American craftsmanship. Crafted with sturdy pine an...
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Renzo Rutili, Chest of Drawers, Maple, Brass, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A maple and brass chest of drawers produced by Johnson Furniture Company, design attributed to Renzo Rutili, USA, 1940s.
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair Of 1950s T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Chests For John Stuart
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of 1950s T.H. Robsjohn - Gibbings for John Stuart chests, on wheels. Needs refinishing.
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1950s Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

French Antique Raised Two Drawer Bleached Wood Chest with Star Inlay Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French bleached-wood raised commode with two drawers, from the turn of the 18th and 19th century. This antique chest from France has been designed in nice, clean/linear lines, allo...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Early 20th Century Primitive Petite Chest of Drawers
Located in west palm beach, FL
Discover rustic charm with our Vintage Primitive Petite Chest of Drawers, a nod to America's heritage of handcrafted furniture. With its quaint yet sturdy design, this piece adds a t...
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Early 20th Century American Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Hitchcock Chippendale Mahogany Four-Drawer Small Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A Hitchcock Chippendale Mahogany Four-Drawer Small Chest of Drawers finished on all sides and with side handles. 24"W x 15"D x 25H
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Mid-17th Century American Chippendale Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Danish Modern Rosewood Chest of Drawers by Henning Korch, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Rosewood Chest of Drawers by Henning Korch, 1960s. Low Scandinavian Mid-Century modern five drawer dresser Model 103 "Alabama". Designed by Danish architect Henning Ko...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Antique and Vintage Chests of Drawers and Commodes for Sale on 1stDibs

Is it a commode or a chest of drawers?

Commode is the French term for a low chest of drawers, but it is also sometimes used to denote a piece with a particularly intricate design. The commode dates to circa 1700 France, where it was used as an alternative to a taller cabinet piece so as to not obscure paneled, mirrored or tapestried walls. Coffers, or chests, which were large wooden boxes with hinged lids and sometimes stood on ball feet, preceded chests of drawers, a fashionable cabinet furnishing that garnered acclaim for its obvious storage potential and versatility.

As time passed, French and British furniture makers led the way in the production of chests of drawers, and features like the integration of bronze and ornamental pulls became commonplace. Antique French commodes in the Louis XV style were sometimes crafted in mahogany or walnut, while an Italian marble top added a sophisticated decorative flourish. This specific type of case piece grew in popularity in the years that followed.

So, what makes a chest of drawers different from a common dresser? Dressers are short, and chests of drawers are overall taller pieces of furniture that typically do not have room on the top for a mirror as most dressers do. Tallboys and highboys are variations of the dresser form. Some chests of drawers have one column of four to six long drawers or three long drawers in their bottom section that are topped by a cluster of small side-by-side drawers on the top. To further complicate things, we sometimes refer to particularly short chests of drawers as nightstands

Even though chests of drawers are commonly thought of as bedroom furniture to store clothing, these are adaptable pieces. A chest of drawers can house important documents — think of your walnut Art Deco commode as an upgrade to your filing cabinet. Nestle your chest near your home’s front door to store coats and other outerwear, while the top can be a place to drop your handbag. Add some flair to your kitchen, where this lovable case piece can hold pots, pans and even cookbooks.

When shopping for the right chest of drawers for your home, there are a few key things to consider: What will you be storing in it? How big a chest will you need?

Speaking of size, don’t dream too big. If your space is on the smaller side, a more streamlined vintage mid-century modern chest of drawers, perhaps one designed by Paul McCobb or T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, may best suit your needs.

At 1stDibs, we make it easy to add style and storage to your home. Browse our collection of antique and vintage commodes and chests of drawers today.

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