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What is a lowboy dresser?

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What is a lowboy dresser?
lowboy dresser is a type of dressing table. It's typically a small table that is shorter and narrower than a standard dresser, with one or two rows of drawers.

Lowboys are sometimes referred to as vanities. Vanity tables have also been variously known as dressing tables or makeup tables over the years, but no matter what we call them, and whether it's a sophisticated contemporary piece or an iconic vintage Luigi Massoni vanity, vanities have offered a special place for us to get ready for work, an early-morning appointment or lunch date or whatever lies ahead.

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Edward Wormley, Pair of Rare Dressers, Walnut, Steel, Dunbar, America, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of rare modernist cabinets or dressers. In stained walnut, legs in steel. Designed by Edward Wormley. Produced by Dunbar, Berne, Indiana, 1950s. Other designers of the per...
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Steel

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Swedish Modern 9-Drawer Walnut Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Walnut

Directional, Dresser, Walnut, Cane, USA, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut and cane dresser designed and produced by Directional Furniture, USA, c. 1960s. Touch ups carried out. Dimensions: 32” H x 72.2” W x 18.1” D
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Cane, Walnut

George Nelson for Herman Miller Five Drawer Dresser Thin Edge Rosewood c. 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Mid Century masterpiece, five drawer thin edge dresser designed by recognized master of the idiom, George Nelson, for Herman Miller, circa 1950's. Part of the hard to find, a...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Aluminum

1970s Lane Brutalist Nine Drawer Walnut Dresser Mid Century
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This 1970s Lane Brutalist Nine Drawer Dresser is a stunning example of mid century design. Featuring nine spacious drawers, this dresser offers plenty of storage space while also add...
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Mid-20th Century North American Brutalist Dressers

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Walnut

Vintage Colonial Revival Highboy Dresser by Kling Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Mahogany, Patinated Brass Handles This vintage Colonial Revival highboy dresser was crafted by Kling Furniture in the United States...
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Vintage 1950s American Colonial Revival Dressers

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Brass

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