19th Century Neoclassical Revival Hand-Painted Wood Italian Blanket Chest
Located in Catania, Sicilia
This exquisite 19th Century Neoclassical Revival Italian blanket chest serves as a captivating testament to Old World craftsmanship and timeless elegance. Hand-painted with a soft, a...
Fir, Lacquer
Japanese Antique Black Drawer Chest 1860s-1900s / Tansu Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old Japanese black drawer cabinet. Quietly standing in space, it brings a deep sense of balance and quiet tension without ever appearing overly assertive. It is believed ...
Iron
1950s Scandinavian Modern Commode with Josef Frank Clover Motif Wallpaper, Teak
By Josef Frank
Located in Stockholm, SE
A distinctive 1950s Scandinavian Modern three-drawer commode, professionally wallpapered with Josef Frank’s iconic clover leaf motif. The decorative surface adds a vibrant yet refine...
Teak
Pair of Swedish Gustavian Style Black-Painted Chests of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
An elegant pair of Gustavian style chests of drawers, crafted in black-painted pine with a beautiful patina. Beneath the top runs a finely carved dentil frieze. Each chest is fitte...
Brass
Swedish Gustavian Period 18th Century Painted Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A spectacular three-drawer commode from Sweden, circa 1790, that alludes to a Louis XVI influence met with the pared-down Nordic sensibility of both culture and time period. On top a...
Brass
Italian 19th Century Two-drawer Inlay Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This Italian chest of drawers from the 19th century, in its wide, rectilinear proportions and sturdy construction becomes a showcase for the walnut veneer with thin bands of marquetr...
Brass
French 18th Century Natural Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A refined French 18th century chest of drawers, beautifully crafted in natural oak and retaining a soft, sun-washed patina that highlights the elegance of its provincial craftsmanshi...
Oak
Gustavian chest of drawers, circa 1870
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
This piece of furniture is a 19th-century chest of drawers with Gustavian influences, a Swedish neoclassical style that was popular from the late 18th to the mid-19th century. Crafte...
Pine
Victorian Mahogany Bow Front Chest of Drawers with Hepplewhite Handles
Located in Leicester, GB
Large Antique Victorian (1837-1901) Bow Front Chest Of Drawers. Made in England. This is a tall design with two over three drawers, which are all beautifully made with oak bottoms. T...
Mahogany
$3,850Sale Price|30% Off
Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Walnut Burl Marble Top Commode Chest
Located in Dayton, OH
A French Louis Philippe Walnut Commode, c. 1840s. Features a rectangular form made from walnut with book matched veneer burled drawer fronts and Saint Anne Des Pyrenees Marble top. ...
Marble
Swedish Late 18th Century Painted Captain's Chest
Located in Atlanta, GA
A striking Swedish captain’s chest from the late 18th century, crafted in pine and finished in an original dark painted surface with beautifully worn edges exposing warm wood tones b...
Pine
Japanese Antique Drawer Chest 1860s-1920s / Sideboard Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an antique Japanese chest of drawers. With its quiet presence, it embodies the essence of Japan’s everyday living culture, offering a refined and understated beauty. The thre...
Iron
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...
Iron
Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s / Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This piece is a Japanese chest of drawers crafted during the late Meiji to early Taisho period. It is constructed from cedar wood, a material deeply rooted in Japanese architecture a...
Wood
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...
Iron
Antique Federal Era Bow Front Chest of Drawers, Circa 1820
Located in Peabody, MA
Federal Period bow front chest of drawers in mahogany, ca. 1820. It features beaded drawer fronts, oval brasses, whalebone escutcheons and French bracket feet. This style became popu...
Brass
Swedish Gustavian-Inspired Chest of Drawers with Greek Key Frieze
Located in Atlanta, GA
A striking Swedish Gustavian-inspired chest of drawers, designed with crisp neoclassical lines and decorative details drawn from late 18th-century Scandinavian forms. The top drawer ...
Pine
$770Sale Price|30% Off
Pennsylvania House Cherry Bachelors Chest of Drawers Stand Console 26"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Pennsylvania House cherry bachelor's chest / nightstand / chest of drawers / console featuring a notched design with three dr...
Brass
French Niccolini French Louis XIV Style Hand Painted Bombay Commode Signed 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
This elegant Niccolini French bombé commode, crafted in the 20th century, exemplifies the Louis XIV style with its sophisticated hand-painted decoration. The commode features a disti...
Wood
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...
Wood
George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers, c.1810
Located in Savannah, GA
Bleached George III mahogany chest of drawers, circa 1810. Five-drawer chest with two short upper drawers over three graduated full-width drawers, each fitted with lion mask ring ...
Mahogany
English 19th Century Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
English 19th century towering chest-on-chest in the Georgian style, circa 1850, the case is built from mahogany with beautiful coloration in the grain. Dentil molding accentuates th...
Brass
Art Deco Streamline Tall Chest Attributed Donald Deskey For Widdicomb C.1935
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., Donald Deskey
Located in Bernville, PA
A magnificent example of a rare five drawer commode attributed to the esteemed Donald Deskey for Widdicomb Furniture Company circa 1935. Beautiful Streamline Moderne design finished in black lacquer and curly burl veneer. The original chrome and solid brass hardware has been polished to create a unique Masion Jansen style effect. Professionally restored and ready for installation. A stunning focal point for an important room. The hardware has been professionally hand-polished. This Streamline Design was also made famous by Zephyr clock...
Brass, Chrome
Swedish Gustavian Period Painted Three-Drawer Chest with Dentil Molding
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian period three-drawer chest from the late 18th century, defined by its clean architectural structure and refined neoclassical detailing. The rectangular top is crow...
Wood
$2,120Sale Price|20% Off
Venetian Hand Painted & Gilt Polychromed 5-Drawer Marble Top Dresser c1930
Located in Big Flats, NY
An exquisite Venetian polychromed 5-drawer Dresser, dating to circa 1930, features a luxurious marble top and is adorned with vibrant hand-painted floral accents. This elegant commod...
Wood
Danish Mid Century Modern Chest of Drawers in Oak, Henning Kjærnulf, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
A characterful chest of drawers in the style of Henning (Henry) Kjærnulf, crafted in oak and made in Denmark in the 1960s. The commode features five drawers, offering ample storage ...
Brass
George III 18th Century Bowfront Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Good Quality George III Period Late 18th Century Mahogany Bowfronted Chest, Having Well Figured Top With Ebonised Strung Decoration To Edge, Over Three Long Drawers, With Replaceme...
Mahogany
Antique Japanese Edo Tansu Chest, Multi Drawer Cabinet, Excellent Interior
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
Antique Japanese Tansu box chest of drawer, product of late Edo to early Meiji era (estimate 1850s-1900s). As showed in the paper labels remains on each drawer faces, This is used by...
Wood, Cedar
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...
Iron
Pair Of Half Circle Art Deco Commodes With Bakelite Hardware American C.1930
Located in Bernville, PA
Magnificent half circle chest of drawers from the Redlion Furniture Company circa American 1930’s, extremely rare to find a pair from the period. Sp...
Brass
Beautiful Provincial Vernacular Chest of Drawers in Solid Oak 19th Century
Located in Meer, VAN
A beautiful solid oak chest of drawers. Most probably England, early to mid-19th century. Constructed in solid oak with pine secondary timbers, the piece shows a very grounded and h...
Brass
$960Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Sheraton Mahogany 3-Drawer Drop Leaf Sewing Stand C1880
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Sheraton style drop-leaf sewing stand, crafted from rich mahogany and dating to approximately 1840. This Federal period work table features a rectangular top with two hing...
Mahogany
Antique Gustavian Style Swedish Empire Chest of Drawers Commode
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Gustavian Style Swedish Empire Chest of Drawers Commode.
Wood
$2,360Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair Italian Hepplewhite Style Satinwood & Rosewood Inlaid Demilune Consoles
Located in Big Flats, NY
A sophisticated pair of Italian Hepplewhite style demilune cabinets, imported by Decorative Crafts Inc., crafted in the 20th century. These cabinets showcase exquisite wood inlay wor...
Satinwood
Pair of 19th Century European Chests of Drawers, Circa 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
A handsome pair of late 19th-century European chests of drawers, circa 1880, distinguished by their crisp reeded drawer fronts and beautifully balanced proportions. The restrained ne...
Pine
Josef Frank for Haus & Garten: small chest of drawers on wheels, 1920s
By Josef Frank
Located in Purkersdorf, AT
Josef Frank designed this delicate chest of drawers in the late 1920s. It was manufactured by Haus & Garten. The original design drawing is housed in the Museum of Applied Arts (MA...
Brass
French Early 19th Century Louis XVI Commode
Located in Stockbridge, GA
This French Louis XVI Commode is made of walnut with a Sainte-Anne marble top.
Marble
Pair of Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Chest of Drawers Bureau
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Painted Swedish Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest or Commode, a pair. This set of three drawer bureaus are based on 18th Century Gustavian antique chests. They have been hand painted in...
Brass
19th Century German Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers, Bookmatching Cherry, c. 1840
Located in Greven, DE
Small antique cherry chest of drawers Thuringia Cherry Biedermeier around 1840 Dimensions: H x W x D: 82 x 104 x 58 cm Description: Three-tier ...
Cherry
Baker Louis XVI Style Gilt-Metal Mounted Inlaid Tulipwood Lingerie Chest
Located in Southampton, NJ
Superb Louis XVI Style Gilt-Metal Mounted Inlaid Tulipwood Semanier or Lingerie chest of seven drawers with original working lock & key. 1980's Baker Furniture; scarcely seen in ...
Brass
George Nakashima for George Nakashima Studio Pair of Chests of Drawers in Walnut
By George Nakashima Studio, George Nakashima
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima for George Nakashima Studio, pair of chests of drawers, walnut, United States, 1965 and circa 1973 With regard to its essential form, material use, and woodwork, t...
Walnut
Smal Swedish Chest of Drawers (19th Century, Gustavian-Style, Painted)
Located in Kvidinge, SE
Breathe timeless European charm into your home with this stunning Gustavian-style three-drawer chest. Painted in a beige color featuring a beautifully weathered, distressed finish. ...
Brass
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An elegant mahogany & pink marble commode from France, 19th century, in the Louis XVI style that easily fits with Empire and transitional tastes that value noble materials. The t...
Marble, Brass
1930s Rationalist Chest of Drawers in Oak, Walnut and Metal
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Chest of drawers, walnut, oak, nickel-plated brass, metal, Italy, 1930s This chest of drawers, an Italian piece from the 1930s, presents a striking formal expression grounded in the...
Metal, Brass, Nickel
18th Century Black Painted Rococo Commode Chest of Drawers, Bombe Style
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Italian Rococo bombe shaped chest of drawers from Mid-18th Century. We see this antique Italian small dresser or console placed in a foyer, living room or bedroom. This piece would b...
Pine
Refinished Teak Danish Modern Dresser by Vitré
By Vitré of Denmark 1
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Gorgeous restored teak dresser by Vitré. All teak surfaces were cleaned, oiled, and finished in a satin lacquer. Efficient, elegant silhouette, with solid teak pulls and legs. Even a...
Teak
French Walnut 19th Century Louis XVI Style Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A solid walnut commode from France, 19th century, with all the signature elements of the Louis XVI style exhibiting curious patina to blend with interiors from rustic to more refine...
Brass
Swedish bombe-shaped Rococo chest of drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
“Beautiful Swedish Rococo bombe-shaped chest of drawers with elegant curved sides and a serpentine front, characteristic of Swedish Rococo. Three drawers with bronze fittings, as wel...
Pine
"Decò" Sideboard in Murano Glass Mirror, Handcrafted by Fratelli Tosi
Located in Murano Venezia, IT
Raffinata credenza in stile Art Déco realizzata dalla storica manifattura veneziana Fratelli Tosi Murano, da un disegno di Guido Barbini. Il fronte si articola in quattro ante specch...
Art Glass, Mirror, Murano Glass
Pair of Vintage Italian Bombe Burled 4 Drawer Commodes
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions: 29 1/2 inches high x 60 inches wide x 32 1/2 inches deep A striking and architecturally expressive pair of Italian Rococo style bombe commodes, executed in the 20th cent...
Metal, Brass
Antique Venetian Style Italian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique Venetian Style Italian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode
Wood
French 19th Century Walnut and Marble Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A magnificent, solid walnut commode from 19th century France, aligning with Louis XVI and transitional tastes, it is a multipurpose storage piece scaled to use practically anywhere a...
Marble
Pair Baker Furniture Black Régence Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Baker Furniture Régence style chests of drawers finished in black lacquer and featuring cast, gilt brass hardware and ormolu.
Brass
Swedish Gustavian Blue Painted Three Drawer Chest, circa 1800-1820
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Swedish 19th Century chest of drawers painted at a later date in Gustavian blue paint with fantastic patina. This classic commode is a very versatile pi...
Brass
Italian 19th Century Inlay Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An extraordinary Italian walnut commode from the 19th century, Neoclassical in style, decorated with a graphic marquetry of dark/light woods that creates movement and definition over...
Brass
Swedish Neorococo Black-Painted Pine Chest of Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A handsome Swedish Neo-Rococo chest of drawers crafted in pine, featuring a richly black-painted finish with beautifully worn edges that reveal warm undertones beneath. The softly di...
Wood
Late 18th Century Danish Pine Original Blue Painted Chest of Three Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
Late 18th century Danish chest of three drawers crafted in pine. The chest retains its original blue painted finish with faded red trim and residual floral decoration visible across ...
Brass
$5,734Sale Price / item|20% Off
Pink Murano Glass Italian Sideboard with Brass Base
Located in Guazzora, IT
Pink Murano Opaline Glass Italian Sideboard with Brass Base This contemporary Italian sideboard is defined by a refined geometric façade composed of Murano opaline glass panels in so...
Brass
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...
Softwood, Walnut
Mid century Swedish birch chest of drawers by Bodafors
By Bodafors
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid century Swedish birch chest of drawers by bodafors circa 1940. We are pleased to offer this stunning quality small chest of drawers by bodafors. High level spec piece of furnit...
Birch
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.
