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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Japanese Meiji-period Choba Tansu chest with hand-forged iron fittings, 1880
Japanese Meiji-period Choba Tansu chest with hand-forged iron fittings, 1880

Japanese Meiji-period Choba Tansu chest with hand-forged iron fittings, 1880

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

An exceptionally fine Japanese *tansu* chest from the Meiji period, likely dating to the late 19th century (circa 1880–1900). This impressive chest is distinguished by its exceptiona...

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1880s Japanese Japonisme Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

Art Deco Style Ebonized & Giltwood Chest of Drawers Nightstand Commode
Art Deco Style Ebonized & Giltwood Chest of Drawers Nightstand Commode

Art Deco Style Ebonized & Giltwood Chest of Drawers Nightstand Commode

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Art Deco Style Ebonized & Giltwood Chest of Drawers Nightstand Commode.

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1990s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Giltwood, Lacquer

Japanese Antique Black Small Tansu Chest of Drawers 1860s-1920s / Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Black Small Tansu Chest of Drawers 1860s-1920s / Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Black Small Tansu Chest of Drawers 1860s-1920s / Wabisabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is a small antique Japanese chest of drawers. Its low, stable rectangular form and the deep black finish, enriched by many years of age and use, give the piece a quiet yet disti...

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1860s Japanese Meiji Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Burl Walnut Chest, Commode, Marble
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Burl Walnut Chest, Commode, Marble

Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Burl Walnut Chest, Commode, Marble

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This quintessential Louis Philippe period commode or chest of drawers displays the exemplary craftsmanship of the nineteenth century with a facade of book matched burl walnut and sol...

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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Brass

19th Century Gustavian Style Painted Three-Drawer Commode with Faux-Marble Top
19th Century Gustavian Style Painted Three-Drawer Commode with Faux-Marble Top

19th Century Gustavian Style Painted Three-Drawer Commode with Faux-Marble Top

Located in Kvidinge, SE

Elevate your home with this exquisite Swedish Gustavian-style commode, featuring a wonderfully aged, multi-layered painted patina that reveals warm undertones beneath muted mineral b...

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1890s Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

English Painted Pine Chest of Drawers with Moth Decoupage
English Painted Pine Chest of Drawers with Moth Decoupage

English Painted Pine Chest of Drawers with Moth Decoupage

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

An English pine chest of drawers has been recently updated with new paint of ebonized effect and pasted découpage moths. The density of these illustrations glows with a gilded luste...

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20th Century English Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

20th Century Swedish Neo-Rococo Distressed Blue Serpentine Commode
20th Century Swedish Neo-Rococo Distressed Blue Serpentine Commode

20th Century Swedish Neo-Rococo Distressed Blue Serpentine Commode

Located in Kvidinge, SE

This Swedish neo-Rococo chest of drawers is finished in a blue with a beautiful patina. All three drawers are delicately concave for decorative purposes and adorned with brass handle...

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20th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Dutch Rococo Style Chinoiserie Walnut Serpentine Bombe Chest By White Furniture
Dutch Rococo Style Chinoiserie Walnut Serpentine Bombe Chest By White Furniture

Dutch Rococo Style Chinoiserie Walnut Serpentine Bombe Chest By White Furniture

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a Dutch Rococo style chinoiserie bombe chest by White Furniture. It is a double bombe walnut chest with carved serpentine front. It has gilt chinoiserie details, and tongue i...

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1960s American Chinoiserie Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Japanese Antique Small Drawer Chest 1860s-1900s / Nightstand Tansu Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Small Drawer Chest 1860s-1900s / Nightstand Tansu Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Small Drawer Chest 1860s-1900s / Nightstand Tansu Wabi Sabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an antique Japanese small drawer chest dating from the Meiji period (1860s–1900s). Crafted from cedar wood, it features two large drawers arranged vertically, each fitted wit...

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1860s Japanese Meiji Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

Swedish Modern Chest of Drawers by Axel Larsson, Bodafors, Sweden, 1940s
Swedish Modern Chest of Drawers by Axel Larsson, Bodafors, Sweden, 1940s

Swedish Modern Chest of Drawers by Axel Larsson, Bodafors, Sweden, 1940s

By Bodafors, Axel Larsson

Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län

Beautiful Swedish Modern mahogany chest of drawers by Axel Larsson, with lovely veneer on front and sides, and decorative brass handles. Curving shape and drawers that follow the sam...

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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Book Matched Walnut Chest, Marble
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Book Matched Walnut Chest, Marble

Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Period Book Matched Walnut Chest, Marble

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This quintessential Louis Philippe period commode or chest of drawers displays the exemplary craftsmanship of the nineteenth century with a facade of book matched walnut and solid wa...

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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Brass

Antique 18th Century George III Scottish String Inlaid Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Antique 18th Century George III Scottish String Inlaid Mahogany Chest of Drawers

Antique 18th Century George III Scottish String Inlaid Mahogany Chest of Drawers

Located in Dayton, OH

This handsome antique Scottish George III provincial chest of drawers, dating from the late 18th century, is an exceptional showcase of period British cabinetmaking. Constructed with...

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18th Century Scottish George III Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

French Louis XV Style Marquetry Chest of Drawers with Marble Top and Brass Mount
French Louis XV Style Marquetry Chest of Drawers with Marble Top and Brass Mount

French Louis XV Style Marquetry Chest of Drawers with Marble Top and Brass Mount

Located in BÉTERA, ES

Elegant French Louis XV style chest of drawers, featuring beautiful floral marquetry decoration and a richly veined green marble top. The piece features two spacious drawers adorned...

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1940s French Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

19th Century Tall Mahogany Chest of Drawers
19th Century Tall Mahogany Chest of Drawers

19th Century Tall Mahogany Chest of Drawers

Located in Charlottesville, VA

A tall 19th century chest in well figured mahogany, fitted with two short drawers over five long graduated drawers, each hung with pierced brass handles and matching escutcheons. The...

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19th Century English Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Pair of Gustavian Style Chests in black Paint, circa 1890
Pair of Gustavian Style Chests in black Paint, circa 1890

Pair of Gustavian Style Chests in black Paint, circa 1890

Located in Atlanta, GA

A pair of Gustavian style chests of drawers in black paint, Swedish, circa 1890 to 1900, each with two drawers dressed in delicate molded frames and brass pulls beneath a reeded trim...

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1890s Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

French 19th Century Empire Bleached Solid Walnut Commode
French 19th Century Empire Bleached Solid Walnut Commode

French 19th Century Empire Bleached Solid Walnut Commode

Located in Carmine, TX

Elegant French Empire commode featuring three spacious drawers in beautifully aged, naturally figured walnut, with the top painted black for a striking contrast. The restrained archi...

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Mid-19th Century French Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

2 Antique English George II Style Oyster Burl Yew Bachelors Chest Dressers Pair
2 Antique English George II Style Oyster Burl Yew Bachelors Chest Dressers Pair

2 Antique English George II Style Oyster Burl Yew Bachelors Chest Dressers Pair

Located in Dayton, OH

This exceptional pair of fine antique English George II style bachelor chests offers a commanding, high-end presentation, combining the breathtaking natural beauty of highly figured ...

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Early 20th Century Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

French Mid-Century Walnut Chest of Drawers
French Mid-Century Walnut Chest of Drawers

French Mid-Century Walnut Chest of Drawers

Located in Troy, MI

Found in France, this chest of drawers dates from the late 1950s. Made of walnut, the chest has three functional drawers with contrasting black knobs and highly figured wood. The dra...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

Antique German Biedermeier Cherry Dresser Chest of Drawers Console Commode 46"
Antique German Biedermeier Cherry Dresser Chest of Drawers Console Commode 46"

Antique German Biedermeier Cherry Dresser Chest of Drawers Console Commode 46"

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique German Biedermeier dresser / chest of drawers / console. Made of cherry featuring rectangular form with wavecrest design and two drawers supported by tapered legs. Circa mi...

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Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cherry

French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bleached Solid Walnut Commode
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bleached Solid Walnut Commode

French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bleached Solid Walnut Commode

Located in Carmine, TX

Beautiful French Louis Philippe commode dating to the mid-19th century, featuring a warm bleached walnut finish that beautifully highlights the natural grain and character of the woo...

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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Rare Karges French Provincial Artist Signed Cherry Chest Faux Marble Top Commode
Rare Karges French Provincial Artist Signed Cherry Chest Faux Marble Top Commode

Rare Karges French Provincial Artist Signed Cherry Chest Faux Marble Top Commode

By Karges Furniture

Located in Dayton, OH

This masterfully executed Karges Transitional Three-Drawer Chest (Model No. 287) bridges the gap between classic European opulence and bespoke American craftsmanship. Drawing heavily...

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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Hardwood, Paint

Tiepolo Green with Colorful Butterflies Tall Chest of Drawers
Tiepolo Green with Colorful Butterflies Tall Chest of Drawers

Tiepolo Green with Colorful Butterflies Tall Chest of Drawers

By Porte Italia

Located in Milan, IT

This tall chest of drawers features a dark green patinated finish adorned with a delicate array of colorful butterflies, each detailed with subtle shading to enhance their lifelike a...

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2010s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

French Restoration Burr Walnut Commode with Grey Marble, circa 1830
French Restoration Burr Walnut Commode with Grey Marble, circa 1830

French Restoration Burr Walnut Commode with Grey Marble, circa 1830

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

An elegant French Restoration period commode dating to circa 1830, distinguished by the exceptionally rich figuring of its walnut and burr walnut veneers and its substantial grey mar...

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Early 19th Century French Restauration Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique Japanese wooden drawer chest / Edo period, 1770s /Small Storage Tansu
Antique Japanese wooden drawer chest / Edo period, 1770s /Small Storage Tansu

Antique Japanese wooden drawer chest / Edo period, 1770s /Small Storage Tansu

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is a small wooden chest of drawers believed to date from the mid-Edo period, specifically the An'ei era (1772–1781) of Japan. The drawer fronts are made of paulownia (kiri) wood...

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1770s Japanese Edo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

Antique 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Four Drawers
Antique 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Four Drawers

Antique 18th Century Georgian Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Four Drawers

Located in Suffolk, GB

An antique 18th century Georgian mahogany serpentine chest of four drawers with an unusual and particularly elegant form, dating from the George III period. The chest has a beautiful...

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18th Century English Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bleached Walnut Commode
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bleached Walnut Commode

French 19th Century Louis Philippe Bleached Walnut Commode

Located in Carmine, TX

Elegant French 19th-century Louis Philippe commode crafted in richly figured walnut, featuring four spacious drawers with brass escutcheons and a beautifully bleached natural finish....

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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Antique French Commode Chest of Drawers Louis XVI Walnut Brass c1940
Antique French Commode Chest of Drawers Louis XVI Walnut Brass c1940

Antique French Commode Chest of Drawers Louis XVI Walnut Brass c1940

Located in Choudrant, LA

Antique French Commode Chest of Drawers Louis XVI Walnut Brass c1940. Direct from France, a charming antique Louis XVI commode or chest of drawers with a classic French silhouette. ...

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1940s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Small Brutalist Danish Oak Chest of Drawers or Bedside Table, Denmark, 1960s
Small Brutalist Danish Oak Chest of Drawers or Bedside Table, Denmark, 1960s

Small Brutalist Danish Oak Chest of Drawers or Bedside Table, Denmark, 1960s

By Henning Kjærnulf

Located in Store Heddinge, DK

A small oak chest of drawers made in Denmark during the 1960s. This is a charming piece with a strong sense of Danish craftsmanship. The warm oak, carved details and brass handles g...

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1960s Danish Brutalist Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

French Louis XVI Style Lattice & Painted Chest Restoration Hardware Treillage
French Louis XVI Style Lattice & Painted Chest Restoration Hardware Treillage

French Louis XVI Style Lattice & Painted Chest Restoration Hardware Treillage

By Restoration Hardware

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a French Louis XVI style painted chest with metal lattice by Restoration Hardware / Treillage line. This line has been discontinued. The piece is in very good condition and m...

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2010s Vietnamese Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

George Nakashima for George Nakashima Studio Double Chest of Drawers in Walnut
George Nakashima for George Nakashima Studio Double Chest of Drawers in Walnut

George Nakashima for George Nakashima Studio Double Chest of Drawers in Walnut

By George Nakashima Studio, George Nakashima

Located in Waalwijk, NL

George Nakashima for George Nakashima, chest of drawers, walnut, United States, 1967 With regard to its essential form, material use, and woodwork, this commode is testimony to Geo...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Italy, 18th Century Louis XVI Antique Chest of Drawers in Inlaid Walnut Restored
Italy, 18th Century Louis XVI Antique Chest of Drawers in Inlaid Walnut Restored

Italy, 18th Century Louis XVI Antique Chest of Drawers in Inlaid Walnut Restored

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

We present this elegant antique Italian chest of drawers dating back to the second half of the 18th century. A piece of extreme refinement, its design is typical of the Neoclassical/...

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18th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

French 19th Century Louis-Philippe Commode
French 19th Century Louis-Philippe Commode

French 19th Century Louis-Philippe Commode

Located in Stockbridge, GA

This is a French Louis-Philippe Period Commode that has been refinished. It is a beautiful flamed walnut with 5 drawers and a Set-Anne marble top.

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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Mid-Century Italian Venetian Hand Painted Floral Commode / Chest Faux Marble Top
Mid-Century Italian Venetian Hand Painted Floral Commode / Chest Faux Marble Top

Mid-Century Italian Venetian Hand Painted Floral Commode / Chest Faux Marble Top

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a mid-century Italian Venetian hand painted bombe commode with a faux marble top. The chest has a floral motif surrounded by gilt accents. The hardware is original. A lovely ...

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1960s Italian Victorian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

19th C Edo Japanese Antique Keyaki & Cedar black Urushi Tansu chest of drawers
19th C Edo Japanese Antique Keyaki & Cedar black Urushi Tansu chest of drawers

19th C Edo Japanese Antique Keyaki & Cedar black Urushi Tansu chest of drawers

Located in 常陸大宮市, JP

This tansu chest of drawers is made from solid Keyaki & Sugi cedar boards. It is estimated to date from the late Edo period, circa 1820s–1860s, or the early to mid-19th century,...

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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Hardwood, Cedar

Antique Small Georgian Mahogany Four Drawer Chest of Drawers with Brushing Slide
Antique Small Georgian Mahogany Four Drawer Chest of Drawers with Brushing Slide

Antique Small Georgian Mahogany Four Drawer Chest of Drawers with Brushing Slide

Located in Suffolk, GB

This superb antique small Georgian mahogany four drawer chest of drawers with brushing slide dates from around 1780 and is a wonderful example of fine late eighteenth-century English...

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18th Century English Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Japanese Tansu chest of drawers, circa 1870
Japanese Tansu chest of drawers, circa 1870

Japanese Tansu chest of drawers, circa 1870

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Traditional Japanese Tansu chest of drawers from the 1870s. Manufactured during the late Meiji era (1868-1912). This piece of furniture exudes authenticity and character. The cabinet...

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1870s Japanese Japonisme Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Japanese Antique Black Drawer Chest 1860s-1920s / Tansu Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Japanese Antique Black Drawer Chest 1860s-1920s / Tansu Sideboard Wabi Sabi

Japanese Antique Black Drawer Chest 1860s-1920s / Tansu Sideboard Wabi Sabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an antique Japanese black lacquer chest of drawers distinguished by its refined vertical proportions and deep, understated black finish. The orderly arrangement of four gener...

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Hollywood Regency Campaign Walnut Dresser
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Hollywood Regency Campaign Walnut Dresser

Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Hollywood Regency Campaign Walnut Dresser

By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor

Located in South Bend, IN

A stunning mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style four-drawer dresser or chest of drawers By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East" Collection USA, 1960s Gorg...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Louis Philippe Burl Walnut Marble Top Commode
French 19th Century Louis Philippe Burl Walnut Marble Top Commode

French 19th Century Louis Philippe Burl Walnut Marble Top Commode

Located in Carmine, TX

Elegant French commode dating to the 19th century, crafted in richly figured walnut with beautifully matched, highly expressive grain across the three-drawer façade. The commode is t...

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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

19th Century Burl Walnut Commode from France
19th Century Burl Walnut Commode from France

19th Century Burl Walnut Commode from France

Located in High Point, NC

19th century burl walnut commode from France. This is a lovely piece. The top is made from beautifully grained walnut, with slight shrinkage on the left side of the top surface f...

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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Antique Japanese ko-dansu with original iron fittings, circa 1900
Antique Japanese ko-dansu with original iron fittings, circa 1900

Antique Japanese ko-dansu with original iron fittings, circa 1900

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

An atmospheric small Japanese tansu, designed as a compact ko-dansu featuring six drawers. The chest is fitted with characteristic dark iron hardware, including bail handles and deco...

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Early 1900s Japanese Japonisme Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Oversized Antique Mahogany 10-Drawer Lingerie Chest C1930
Oversized Antique Mahogany 10-Drawer Lingerie Chest C1930

Oversized Antique Mahogany 10-Drawer Lingerie Chest C1930

Located in Big Flats, NY

An oversized antique lingerie chest, crafted from mahogany, featuring a tall and slender profile. This chest is designed with ten individual dra...

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Early 20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Japanese Antique Drawer Chest 1860s-1920s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi
Japanese Antique Drawer Chest 1860s-1920s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi

Japanese Antique Drawer Chest 1860s-1920s / Tansu Sideboard Wabisabi

Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP

This is an antique Japanese drawer chest dating from the Meiji to Taishō period (1860s–1920s). Crafted from cedar wood, it features simple iron handles on the front. The balanced arr...

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1860s Japanese Meiji Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

French 19th Century Louis XVI Bleached Solid Walnut Commode
French 19th Century Louis XVI Bleached Solid Walnut Commode

French 19th Century Louis XVI Bleached Solid Walnut Commode

Located in Carmine, TX

Elegant three-drawer commode crafted from solid walnut with a beautifully bleached finish. Features fluted sides, tapered Louis XVI legs, brass trim and ring pulls, and refined neocl...

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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Pair of English Oak Bedside Chests or Bachelor's Chests, Circa 1920
Pair of English Oak Bedside Chests or Bachelor's Chests, Circa 1920

Pair of English Oak Bedside Chests or Bachelor's Chests, Circa 1920

Located in Houston, TX

A handsome pair of English oak bedside chests dating to the early 20th century, offering timeless craftsmanship and understated elegance. Constructed from solid oak with beautifully ...

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20th Century British Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

1950s John Stuart French Blue Painted Neoclassical Style Chests -Pair
1950s John Stuart French Blue Painted Neoclassical Style Chests -Pair

1950s John Stuart French Blue Painted Neoclassical Style Chests -Pair

Located in Kennesaw, GA

This is a pair of 1950s John Stuart French blue painted neo-classical style chests. The base is mahogany. They are marked and have dovetail construction. They have been recently painted in a French blue with a lite antique brown glaze...

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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique Chinoiserie Black & Gold Tall Chest of Drawers
Antique Chinoiserie Black & Gold Tall Chest of Drawers

Antique Chinoiserie Black & Gold Tall Chest of Drawers

Located in LOS ANGELES, CA

Antique Chinoiserie Black & Gold Tall Chest of Drawers.

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1920s Italian Chinoiserie Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

French Louis Philippe Chest or Commode of Burr Walnut with Marble Top
French Louis Philippe Chest or Commode of Burr Walnut with Marble Top

French Louis Philippe Chest or Commode of Burr Walnut with Marble Top

Located in Austin, TX

A fine Louis Philippe console chest or commode from France, with rectangular figured marble top over a cabinet with a frieze of four drawers, each drawer with raised escutcheon, the ...

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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Stone, Marble

Louis 3 Drawer Commode - White Oak
Louis 3 Drawer Commode - White Oak

Louis 3 Drawer Commode - White Oak

By Bloom Home Inc

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Size: 42"W x 20"D x 36"H Int Drawer: 34"W x 12.5"D x 6"H Leg H: 5.5" Back Width: 40" Wood Species: White Oak Finish: Natural Back side is not finished Wood on wood gliders...

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21st Century and Contemporary Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Amber Mirrored Chest of Drawers with Brass Accents, Mid-Century Modern Style
Amber Mirrored Chest of Drawers with Brass Accents, Mid-Century Modern Style

Amber Mirrored Chest of Drawers with Brass Accents, Mid-Century Modern Style

Located in Puglia, Puglia

An elegant chest of drawers with surfaces entirely clad in amber-toned mirror, creating a sophisticated interplay of light and reflections from the surrounding space while enhancing ...

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Early 2000s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Danish Teak Chest of Drawers No34 by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard, 1960s
Danish Teak Chest of Drawers No34 by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard, 1960s

Danish Teak Chest of Drawers No34 by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard, 1960s

By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard

Located in Asaa, DK

Danish Teak Chest of Drawers No34 by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard, 1960s. Rare Scandinavian Modern three drawer teak dresser. Designed by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaar...

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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

18th Century Pine Tall Chest
18th Century Pine Tall Chest

18th Century Pine Tall Chest

Located in East Aurora, NY

18th century tall Pine chest in an old refinished surface. Nicely dovetailed top and case joints with six molded edge drawers. The hardware appears to be original to the piece. Old ...

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1790s North American Chippendale Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Matched Pair of Georgian Mahogany Serpentine Chests, One Signed Joseph Rawson of
Matched Pair of Georgian Mahogany Serpentine Chests, One Signed Joseph Rawson of

Matched Pair of Georgian Mahogany Serpentine Chests, One Signed Joseph Rawson of

Located in Houston, TX

A beautifully assembled matched pair of Georgian mahogany serpentine-front chests of drawers, dating to the late 18th. Though likely originating from different workshops — one possib...

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Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Italian Vintage Painted Blue and White Chest, Circa 1940
Italian Vintage Painted Blue and White Chest, Circa 1940

Italian Vintage Painted Blue and White Chest, Circa 1940

Located in Austin, TX

Italian chest with striking hand-painted design in cream and blue tones, supported by four fluted and tapered legs. The chest features two dovetailed drawers with original hardware. ...

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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Paint

pine cabinet, circa 1920
pine cabinet, circa 1920

pine cabinet, circa 1920

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

This pine cabinet from circa 1920 combines a timeless look with practical storage space. The piece features two small top drawers, two spacious drawers, and a cupboard section with d...

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1920s Hungarian Rustic Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Japanese Tansu chest of drawers, circa 1890
Japanese Tansu chest of drawers, circa 1890

Japanese Tansu chest of drawers, circa 1890

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Traditional Japanese Tansu chest of drawers from the 1890s. Manufactured during the late Meiji era (1868-1912). This piece of furniture exudes authenticity and character. The cabinet...

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1890s Japanese Japonisme Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Italian 18th Century Antique Chest of Drawers in Inlaid Walnut
Italian 18th Century Antique Chest of Drawers in Inlaid Walnut

Italian 18th Century Antique Chest of Drawers in Inlaid Walnut

Located in Casale Monferrato, IT

We present this elegant antique Italian chest of drawers dating back to the first half of the 18th century. A piece of extreme refinement. Crafted from fine walnut, it features a re...

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18th Century Italian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Pair of English Painted Pine File Drawers
Pair of English Painted Pine File Drawers

Pair of English Painted Pine File Drawers

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This pair of 19th-century English pine file drawers would be a unique addition to any space. The tops are made from single planks of pine that are painted with faux wood grain and t...

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Antique and Vintage Chests of Drawers and Commodes for Sale: Find Art Deco Commodes and Mid-Century Modern Chests of Drawers on 1stDibs

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.

Questions About Commodes and Chests of Drawers

  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if a chest is antique, first examine its materials and details carefully. An antique chest is one produced 100 years ago or more. This generally predates the use of engineered wood, particleboard, plastics and other synthetic materials. As a result, an antique chest usually features solid wood construction.

    In addition, antique chests are likely to be handmade, so you should be able to spot subtle signs that indicate this, such as tool marks and small irregularities in any carvings. If a piece looks flawless and regular, it is unlikely to be antique. Locating a maker's mark and then researching when the manufacturer was active can also help you date your chest. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to learn more about your chest.

    On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique chests.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 10, 2024
    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. The term was also used to refer to a piece of bedroom furniture — a washstand or nightstand that contained a chamber pot. 

    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.

    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.

    Find antique and vintage commodes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What a large chest of drawers is called depends on its proportions. In the United States, a wide piece about waist-high is usually called a dresser. A tall, thin chest of drawers is typically referred to as a highboy. On 1stDibs, you can find a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary chests of drawers.