German Biedermeier Flame Birch Three-Drawer Chest, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A handsome 19th-century Biedermeier chest with three drawers, a warm golden figured birch front, and contrasting ebonized trim along the top, base, and key escutcheons.
Wood, Birch
Rustic Chest, Southern Germany/Franconia, Fir, Mid-19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Plain rectangular chest crafted from solid fir wood, featuring slightly splayed block feet and a profiled base moulding. The front and sides are constructed from horizontally joined ...
Fir
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers in Walnut Veneer, Germany, 19th Century
Located in Wrocław, Poland
A beautifully proportioned 19th-century German walnut chest of drawers, professionally restored.
Walnut
19th Century German Biedermeier Chest with Ebonized Details
Located in Dallas, TX
Very fine 19th century German Biedermeier chest with ebonized details.
Walnut
German Biedermeier Walnut Chest, Brass Fittings, Early 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Rectangular walnut chest with brass fittings on the corners and a handle on the lid. The interior is divided into smaller compartments and flaps, which can be attached using small ho...
Brass
Hand-Carved German Tramp Art Chest of Drawers, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
This striking German Tramp Art chest of drawers dates to the 19th century and exemplifies the highly labor-intensive folk carving tradition associated with Central European vernacula...
Brass
19th c. German Biedermeier Walnut Chest
Located in Dallas, TX
The 19th c. German Biedermeier Walnut Chest is a stylish and functional piece of furniture. Made of high-quality walnut, this chest of drawers exudes a classic and timeless charm tha...
Walnut
19th c German Biedermeier Walnut Chest
Located in Dallas, TX
The 19th c German Biedermeier Walnut Chest is an antique piece of furniture with a rich history. Crafted from high-quality walnut in the Biedermeier style, this chest of drawers exud...
Walnut
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers with Trumeau Mirror, Germany, early 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier chest of drawers veneered in mahogany with light thread inlays on the front. The dresser features a triangular pediment with dentil frieze and is flanked on the sides by ...
Bronze
19th Century German Biedermeier Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Marble
Located in Queens, NY
German Biedermeier (19th Century) mahogany chest of drawers with marble column sides.
Marble
$3,713Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 19th Century German Solid Oak Dome Top Chest Trunk Coffer Box
Located in Casteren, NL
This beautiful trunk was made in western Germany in the early 19th century circa 1800. It was made completely in the finest quality European summer oak.
Brass, Steel
19th Century German Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers, Munich, circa 1820
Located in Greven, DE
Small Biedermeier chest of drawers in burl wood Munich Ash Burl circa 1820 Dimensions: H x W x D: 81 x 89 x 49 cm Description: Unusual, delicately proportioned chest of drawers fr...
Burl
$5,271Sale Price|23% Off
19th Century Biedermeier Cherrywood Chest of Drawers, Southern Germany ca. 1830
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Elegant Biedermeier chest of drawers crafted in Southern Germany around 1830.
Cherry, Spruce
19th Century German Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers, Cherry, circa 1820
Located in Greven, DE
Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers Southern Germany Cherry around 1820 Dimensions: H x W x D: 93 x 117 x 59 cm Description: A four-tier piece of furniture standing on pedestalled block ...
Cherry
19th Century German Biedermeier Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome 19th century German Biedermeier commode. Featuring a gorgeous walnut polished finish and bronze hardware. A classic piece that is so elegant! Circa 1920 45w x 22.5d x 36h
Walnut
19th Century German Biedermeier Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome 19th century German Biedermeier walnut commode. Exceptional finish on this piece and 3 drawers for storage. Superb!! Circa 1820. 44.5x 23d x 36h
Walnut
19th Century German Biedermeier Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Very fine 19th century German walnut Biedermeier commode. Exceptional quality on this piece and very fine polished finish as well. Superb!!
Walnut
Baroque-Style Chest of Drawers with Marble Top, Walnut, Germany, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Small chest of drawers in Baroque style with two drawers, curved frame and flared S-legs. The slightly bulging front is decorated with rocaille-shaped fittings and inlaid with ribbon...
Marble
Red-Painted Commode, Irschenberg, Southern Germany, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Two-drawer commode from the Irschenberg region with carved decoration on the chamfered corners and beneath the top. The surface is painted in a brick-red tone, richly accented with ...
Wood
19th Century Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers, Poplar Wood, Germany ca. 1840
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Unique 19th century Biedermeier chest of drawers from the period around 1840 in Bavaria/ Germany.
Poplar, Spruce
A Fine Late 19th / Early 20th Century German-Brazilian Chest in Peroba do Campo
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
A Fine Late 19th / Early 20th Century German-Brazilian Chest in Peroba do Campo — Pomerode, Santa Catarina Crafted in the quiet valleys of Santa Catarina, in the German immigrant tow...
Wood
19th Century German Biedermeier Walnut Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
This product is a 19th century German Biedermeier walnut commode. This antique piece of furniture exudes the charm and craftsmanship of the Biedermeier style, reflecting the clean li...
Walnut
Antique Chest in Black, Germany
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Antique German open chest/box in black from approximate 1860 presumably for the storage of music notes. Dimensions: 44 cm high, 71 cm wide, 51 cm deep.
Wood, Oak
19th Century German Biedermeier Fruitwood Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
The 19th Century German Biedermeier Fruitwood Commode is an antique chest of drawers that exudes vintage charm and craftsmanship.
Fruitwood
19th Century Biedermeier Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Biedermeier chest of drawers featuring four drawers and a distinctive pediment-shaped front, flanked by lateral half-columns. The top drawer slightly projects and rests on fi...
Cherry
Empire Chest of Drawers, Franconia Early 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Chest of drawers with three drawers and side pilasters adorned with ebonized caryatid heads. The piece stands on ebonized legs with paw feet. The front is accented with darker plumwo...
Brass
Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers, German Circa 1830
Located in Bradenton, FL
German Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers. Drawers feature elegant, ebonized flanking columns. The case contains three drawers, each adorned with classic flower brass pull rings. Fa...
Walnut
19th Century South German Biedermeier Commode
Located in Berlin, DE
Cherry tree on solid conifers, partly ebonized. On short conical legs straight three-body. Black framed cover plate. Decorative fittings. (D-72).
Cherry
19th Century Baroque Chest, Hand-Painted Softwood, Antique Style
Located in Greding, DE
Large spruce chest with cut-out frame and panels on the front and lid. The grey-beige painting with diamond pattern is new and has an antique patina.
Softwood
Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, Germany
Located in New York, NY
Large neoclassical chest of drawers in cherrywood with three drawers, resting on finely crafted tapered legs and featuring chamfered, slightly protruding corners. The top drawer is n...
Brass
19th Century German Biedermeier Walnut and Ebony Cabinet
Located in Dallas, TX
The 19th Century German Biedermeier Walnut and Ebony Cabinet is a piece of antique furniture crafted from high-quality walnut and ebony details. Its classic design reflect the style...
Walnut
Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, early 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
Compact neoclassical chest of drawers with two drawers, bronze fittings and tall tapered legs. The pilaster strips of the chest of drawers are decorated with inlaid maple bands on a ...
Bronze
Sleek 19th Century Biedermeier Two-Drawer Walnut Chest
Located in Westport, CT
A minimalist Biedermeier chest of drawers in a striking walnut veneer on pine finishing on straight squared and tapered legs. Origin: Germany Dating: 1830ca Condition: Excellent, rep...
Walnut
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, 1st Half of 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier chest of drawers with three drawers and half columns at the corners. The front drawer protrudes slightly and rests on the capitals. The chest of drawers is veneered in wa...
Walnut
Early 19th Century Biedemeier Walnut Chest Of Drawers
Located in Westport, CT
This stunning Biedermeier chamfered front chest displays exquisite book-matched dark walnut veneers that waterfall from its plateau down its three long drawers, finishing onto straig...
Walnut
Antique German Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorative German antique painted chest of drawers. Beautiful patina and interesting design. Very unique!
Wood
19th Century German Biedermeier Cherrywood and Ebonized Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome 19th century German Biedermeier cherrywood commode with ebonized details. This piece has a very fine finish, clean lines and high-quality construction. Superb!!
Cherry
19th Century German Biedermeier Walnut and Ebonized Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Very handsome German 19th century Biedermeier walnut commode. The piece has nice ebonized details and a beautiful finish. Ample storage as well!
Walnut
19th Century German Biedermeier Shaped Front Burl Walnut Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
This 19th Century German Biedermeier Shaped Front Burl Walnut Commode features a modern style with antique origins. Featuring a gorgeous wood finish and clean lines. Its burl walnut ...
Walnut
19th Century German Walnut and Black Lacquered Biedermeier Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
This 19th century German walnut and black lacquered Biedermeier commode is a classic piece of antique furniture. Its elegant design and finely crafted details make it a timeless addi...
Walnut
19th Century Country Style Chest of Drawers Painted
Located in Kitzbühel, Tirol
19th century chest of drawers in country style painted in pale grey colors with 2 drawers. Original handles in brass with keys. The painting shows a decorative baroque Dutch landsca...
Wood
Antique German Biedermeier Cherry Dresser Chest of Drawers Console Commode 46"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique German Biedermeier dresser / chest of drawers / console.
Cherry
Louis XVI Chest of Drawers with Central Locking System, Germany, Early 19th Ct.
Located in Greven, DE
Antique chest of drawers with central locking system Southern Germany Walnut, oak early 19th century Dimensions: H x W x D: 86 x 115 x 58 cm Description: Chest of drawers with thr...
Oak, Walnut
Large German Biedermeier Fruitwood Chest Of Drawers
Located in Westport, CT
A most lovely early Biedermeier deep two-drawer chest on tall splayed legs made in a striking blonde cherry wood matchbook veneer on pine with ebonized black detailing. Each drawer o...
Cherry
19th Century Biedermeier Column Cabinet, Cherry, Southern Germany circa 1830
Located in Greven, DE
Antique Biedermeier Column Cabinet Southern Germany Cherry wood First half of the 19th century Dimensions: H x W x D: 81 x 47 x 47 cm Description: A rare drum cabinet or column ca...
Cherry
19th Century Biedermeier Miniature Chest of drawers
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
19th Century Biedermeier Miniature Chest of drawers 1820-1825, Germany Standing on conical feet miniature chest with three drawers.
Walnut
Small Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, 19th century
Located in Leimen, DE
Discover the timeless elegance of this meticulously crafted 19th-century German Neoclassical chest of drawers or nightstand.
Walnut
Handsome 19th Century German Walnut and Elmwood Biedermeier Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the elegance of the 19th century with this handsome German walnut and elmwood Biedermeier commode. A true antique, this piece exudes the classic sophistication of its era, c...
Elm, Walnut
19th Century Biedermeier Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
XIX Century Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Germany, 1830-1835 Mahogany Biedermeier Chest of Drawers with spectacular mahogany veneer which is laid absolutely symmetrically and runs a...
Mahogany
19th c. German Biedermeier Mahogany Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
The 19th c. German Biedermeier Mahogany Commode is an antique piece of furniture that exudes elegance and craftsmanship. Made of rich mahogany, this dresser and chest of drawers refl...
Mahogany
Louis XVI Chest of drawers from early 19th century
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Early 19th Century Chest of Drawers from Louis XVI period, 1800 Germany, This Louis Seize walnut chest of drawers is a true masterpiece of craftsmanship.
Walnut
Early Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Walnut, Germany 1820
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Early Biedermeier Chest of Drawers An exceptional early Biedermeier chest of drawers, dating to the first quarter of the 19th century. The piece is distinguished by its striking wal...
Walnut, Softwood
19th c. German Biedermeier Walnut Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
The product is a 19th-century German Biedermeier walnut commode. This commode features intricate craftsmanship and design typical of the Biedermeier style popular during that time pe...
Walnut
19th c. German Biedermeier Maple Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
The 19th c. German Biedermeier Maple Commode is a genuine, original antique piece . This commode, exudes the classic and elegant style of the Biedermeier period, featuring intricate ...
Maple
19th c. German Neoclassical Walnut Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
This product is a rare and valuable 19th century German Neoclassical walnut commode, an antique piece of furniture that exudes elegance and historical charm. Crafted with exquisite a...
Walnut
19th Century Large Gustavian Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
19th Century Gustavian Style Chest of Drawers, Germany, 1850 Ashwood A decorative Swedish Gustavian style chest of drawers made of solid ashwood, three drawers with brass hardware.
Ash
19th c. German Biedermeier Walnut Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
This product is a 19th century German Biedermeier walnut commode, making it a valuable antique piece for any furniture enthusiast or collector. The rich walnut finish and classic Bie...
Walnut
19th Century German Walnut Baroque Style Chest
Located in Kensington, MD
A Nineteenth Century German walnut petite tall chest, circa 1850. The chest with vigorously grained walnut and elaborate gilt Rococo style gilt brass hardware. View our complete...
Brass
German Walnut Three Drawer Chest, Early 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
German Walnut Chest of Drawers, Early 19th Century.
Walnut
German Blanket Chest
Located in Dallas, TX
Blanket chest refurbished into chest.
Wood
German 19th Century Neoclassic Commode
Located in Brooklyn, NY
German Neoclassic mahogany commode with lion pull.
Bronze
German Biedermeier Chest
Located in Charleston, SC
Biedermeier Three Drawer Chest of Burled Walnut with a Black Izeste Conchiferous Marble Top (French quarry that is now closed). The Drawers Flanked by Ebony Half Round Corinthian Pi...
Bronze
Early 19th Century German Commode
Located in Long Island City, NY
An early 19th century German three-drawer commode of neoclassical design. Original bleu turquin marble top, circa 1810.
Marble, Brass
19th Century Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Dobbiaco, IT
Half of the 19th century painted chest of drawers, from south German, very particular with a parrot on the top, very unusual for the zone, shaped front with beautiful carved part, an...
German Neoclassic Walnut Chest
Located in Kensington, MD
Solid walnut with walnut veneers, shield shaped legs View our complete collection @ www.hollisandknight.com
Walnut
German Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Wells, ME
German Mahogany Chest of Drawers with compass star and rosewood cross-banding on top. Three quarter applied fluted columns on wonderful unique feet. Hamburg, Germany. See: “Metropol...
Rosewood, Ebony, Boxwood
Unavailable
H 21.66 in W 40.56 in D 21.66 in
19th Century German Gründerzeit Solid Oak Wood Chest of Drawers Locks and Keys
Located in Osnabrück, DE
This gracefully worked, chest of drawers with all, original preserved fittings and locks and the original turned feet , in this wonderful dimensions ( please pay attentions to the di...
Oak
Small South German Biedermeier Chest
Located in Long Island City, NY
A cubical designed South German Biedermeier chest from the region of Franconia (City of Bayreuth - Richard Wagner Festivals), before 1820. Cherrywood veneered on pine wood in match...
Cherry
South German Neoclassical Marquetry Chest
Located in Long Island City, NY
Cubical two-drawer marquetry body veneered with cherrywood on pine, inlaid with mahogany hairlines. All sides geometric panelled with fillets and hairlines. Featuring herring-bone mo...
Unavailable
H 33.86 in W 44.49 in D 21.66 in
Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers from the 19th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
For sale on 1st dibs a Biedermeier walnut chest of drawers from the 19th Century with ebanized details. The plain design, rectilinear shapes and light wood makes this chest of drawer...
Walnut
Late 19th Century Biedermeier Chest of Drawers
Located in Altrincham, Cheshire
Late 19th century Biedermeier flame mahogany serpentine fronted chest of three drawers on bun feet - 36" W x 19" D x 32" H.
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 32.29 in W 41.34 in D 20.87 in
Commode Chest of Drawers 19th Century Biedermeier Tiger Maple
Located in Santander, ES
Unusual early 19th century, North German Biedermeier commode of fine tiger maple veneers in their natural color. Two frontal columns with ebonized ring capitols flanking 3 drawers of...
Maple
Antique German Painted Biedermeier Chest, circa 1830
Located in Houston, TX
A handsome antique Biedermeier painted chest circa 1830 having two drawers. The simple rounded corners of this early 19th century Biedermeier painted chest have a welcome simplicity....
Wood
German Biedermeier Birch Chest of Drawers, circa 1840
Located in Chicago, IL
German Biedermeier birch chest of drawers, circa 1840. Elegant Biedermeier commode with decorative columns crowned with bronze capitals. Ebonized wood details at front. The piece has...
Birch
Unavailable
H 32.29 in W 39.77 in D 19.69 in
Biedermeier Commode of Rare Concave Front from Early 19th Century Germany
By Karl Friedrich Schinkel
Located in Santander, ES
Outstanding and rare Biedermeier cherrywood commode with 3 drawers dating to early 19th century Germany. The architectural shape features a Schinkel style pediment and 3 drawers, the...
Cherry
Minature Biedermeier chest of drawers, 19th c.
Located in Hudson, NY
Beautiful Walnut and Walnut veneer minature Biedermeier chest of drawers. German circa 1820 - 30. Probably a salesman's sample
Walnut
Unavailable
H 29.53 in W 25.2 in D 16.15 in
19th Century Early Biedermeier Walnut Pillar with Conical Legs Chest of Drawers
Located in Osnabrück, DE
This gracefully, small pillar chest of drawers in fine walnut provided with maple thread inlays and Rhomboit keyhole deposits, so as tapered legs, is an absolute gem! Small, simple a...
Walnut
South German Commode
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Fine South German Mahogany Three Drawer Commode with Unusual Carving on the Canted Corners. Gilt Metal Hardware.
Mahogany
Exemplary Biedermeier Blanket Chest (Wedding Chest)
Located in Long Island City, NY
Exemplary for the very small region of 'Vierlande', closed to Hamburg with a limited number of wealthy farmers who traditionally honored the bride with a wedding chest. I haven't see...
Mahogany, Maple
Chest of Drawers
Located in Wells, ME
Chest of Three Drawers with serpentine top and scrolled front feet, simple block back feet. The key escutcheons are shield shape. The chest of drawers has canted corners with applied...
Pine
Biedermeier Mahogany Chest of Drawers, circa 1840
Located in Chicago, IL
Biedermeier mahogany chest of drawers, circa 1840. Chest of drawers from Germany Biedermeier period. Featuring three drawers with original keys, which also serve as hardware. The che...
Mahogany
Biedermeier Cherry Chest of Drawers, circa 1810
Located in St. Louis, MO
Biedermeier cherry chest of drawers, the top with book matched veneers and a black ink band, the two drawers each with an inlaid escutcheon and replaced brass knobs, raised on sabre ...
Cherry
Biedermeier Birch Chest of Drawers or Commode, circa 1840
Located in Chicago, IL
Biedermeier Birch chest of drawers / commode, circa 1840 from Germany. An elegant birch commode resting on block feet, featuring four drawers flanked by half column details with ebon...
Birch
Unavailable
H 27.96 in W 46.07 in D 22.45 in
Strict Biedermeier Chest of Drawers Must Be Associated as Protomodern Furniture
Located in Volkach, BY
This austere Biedermeier chest of drawers was created in southern Germany or Austria around 1820. It is veneered in walnut on softwood. The drawers are counter-veneered, which is a s...
Maple, Walnut
Unavailable
H 33.08 in W 35.44 in D 23.23 in
Small Antique Walnut Chest of Drawers circa 1880 Baroque Gothic Revival Commode
Located in Leeds, West Yorkshire
A magnificent and good quality small antique walnut chest of drawers dating from circa 1880. The moulded top above two panelled frieze drawers within geometric cabochons over two con...
Walnut
Shopping for 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 any case 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. The term commode was also used to refer to a piece of bedroom furniture — a washstand or nightstand that contained a chamber pot.
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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