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What is a bombe commode?
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A bombe commode is a type of two- or three-drawer chest once used to hold personal items like clothing, documents and jewelry. Its name comes from the French word "bombe" and references the curvy shape of both the chest's body and legs. You'll find a variety of bombe commodes on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
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18thC French Walnut Bombe Chest Commode
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1750
18thC French walnut bombe chest Commode
Measures: W 133 x D 64 x H 95cm.
Category
Antique 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Regency Marble Top Marquetry Bombe Chest
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning vintage Marquetry Bombe chest. Beautiful inlay detail and black marble top.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Belgian Black Marble
Vintage Hand Painted Zebra Bombe Chest
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Bold, glamorous, and undeniably eye-catching, this vintage hand-painted bombe chest is a striking example of Hollywood Regency style with a playful modern twist.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair Antique Italian Walnut Bombe Chests, Circa 1920's.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Pair antique Italian walnut bombe chests, circa 1920's.
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Louis XV Marble Top Bombe Chest
Located in Portland, OR
Antique French Louis XV marble top bombe chest imported from Europe. Incredible intricate patterned inlay veneer drawer faces and sides.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Vintage Italian Parquetry Miniature Bombe' Chest
Located in Bradenton, FL
Miniature parquetry two drawer bombe chest made in Italy. All sides including back are finished.
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Decorative Boxes
Materials
Wood
