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Børge Mogensen Danish Teak Eight Drawer Chest
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Queens, NY
Danish mid-century teak eight-drawer chest with a rectangular cabinets, two sets of four drawers
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak, Wood
Stellar Restored Landstrom Eight-Drawer Chest in Cream Lacquer
By Landstrom Furniture
Located in Atlanta, GA
An absolutely gorgeous eight-drawer chest by Landstrom Furniture, circa 1950. Landstrom was a
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
1940's Workshop Chest of Drawers, Eight Drawer Chest
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940's Workshop chest of drawers - eight drawer chest
1940's Workshop chest of drawers - eight
Category
Vintage 1940s European Shelves
Materials
Birch
Modern Herman Miller Rosewood Thin Edge Eight-Drawer Chest George Nelson Design
By Herman Miller
Located in Toledo, OH
Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller thin edge eight-drawer chest designed by George Nelson design
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
H 30.5 in W 46 in D 18.5 in
Exquisite Restored Landstrom Eight-Drawer Chest with Greek Key Handles
By Landstrom Furniture
Located in Atlanta, GA
An absolutely gorgeous eight eight-drawer chest by Landstrom, circa 1950. Landstrom was a boutique
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Copper
Stellar Restored Eight-Drawer Chest by Baker in Cream Lacquer, circa 1970
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful eight-drawer chest by Baker, circa 1970. Expertly crafted Walnut case construction with
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Paul McCobb for Directional Black Eight Drawer Chest with Brass Leg Posts
By Directional, Paul McCobb
Located in Bainbridge, NY
rectangular black enameled eight drawer Chest, Dresser, detailed with reflective Brass leg posts, and eight
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Magnificent Restored Eight Drawer Chest by Renzo Rutili, circa 1965
By Johnson Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
downright fabulous than any produced during his era. This Johnson Furniture Company chest is a mesmerizing
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Co Walnut and Natzler Tile Eight-Drawer
By Edward Wormley
Located in Queens, NY
American mid-century walnut eight-drawer chest comprised of a narrow set of drawers on the left and
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 33.25 in W 54 in D 19 in
Continental 19th Century Biedermeier St. Butler’s Desk/Commode
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fruitwood, and ormolu butler's desk/commode. The eight drawer chest is raised by square feet below the
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ormolu
George III Eight Drawer Tall Chest
Located in Wilson, NC
George III eight drawer tall chest, with beautiful color and patina, especially noteworthy are the
Category
Antique Early 1800s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Chippendale Style Century Mahogany Eight-Drawer Lingerie Chest 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Style Century Mahogany Eight-Drawer Lingerie Chest 20thC
Measures - 54 3/8" x 25 7/8" x 17 1/2
Category
20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Italian Burl Campaign Style Eight-Drawer Tall Chest with Brass Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian vintage burl wood Campaign style tall chest from the mid-20th century, with eight
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 48 in W 17.5 in D 12.5 in
French Eight Ceramic Faced Drawer Storage Cabinet
Located in Douglas Manor, NY
French 8 drawer cabinet with ceramic drawer fronts and side carrying handles
Wholes in back for
Category
Vintage 1940s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
Henkel Harris Georgian Solid Mahogany Eight-Drawer Highboy Dresser, 1973
By Henkel Harris
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style eight-drawer highboy chest of drawers
By Henkel Harris
Category
Vintage 1970s American Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 55.25 in W 37.25 in D 21.13 in
David Parmalee for Founders Eight-Drawer Cabinet Rosewood and Black
By David Parmelee, Founders Furniture Company
Located in Miami, FL
Well-proportioned eight-drawer cabinet for jewelry or anything else. Black and Rosewood veneer.
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Kittinger Chippendale Burled Walnut Eight-Drawer Dresser Chest, Newly Restored
By Kittinger
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Chippendale style dresser or chest of drawers
By Kittinger Furniture
USA
Category
Early 20th Century American Chippendale Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 40.38 in W 40 in D 20.5 in
Danish Teak Lingerie Chest by Folster, Retailed By Maurice Villency NYC
By Maurice Villency
Located in Bernville, PA
Beautiful eight drawer Danish lingerie chest made by Folster’s of Denmark and retailed by Maurice
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Exceptional Restored Ficks Reed Chest in Chinese Red Lacquer, circa 1970
By Ficks Reed
Located in Atlanta, GA
) drawer chest, circa 1970s. Expertly crafted hardwood case atop a beautiful woven lattice rattan base
Category
Vintage 1970s American Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Elegant Restored Oak and Rattan Campaign Chest by McGuire, circa 1970
By McGuire
Located in Atlanta, GA
eight (8) drawer chest from a difficult to find modern Campaign series by McGuire, circa 1970. This
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Danish Chest of 8 Drawers Campaign Style Teak Tallboy MCM 1970s Mid Century Tall
Located in London, GB
A strikingly attractive, very impressive and unusually tall Scandinavian teak eight drawer Mid
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
H 48.43 in W 30.91 in D 15.75 in
Henredon Georgian Banded Mahogany Eight-Drawer Double Dresser
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style eight-drawer double dresser or chest of drawers
By
Category
Vintage 1980s American Georgian Dressers
Materials
Brass
Baker Furniture Georgian Carved Oak Eight-Drawer Highboy Dresser
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style eight-drawer highboy dresser or chest of drawers
By Baker
Category
Vintage 1980s American Georgian Dressers
Materials
Brass
Baker Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Eight-Drawer Highboy Dresser
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style eight-drawer highboy dresser or chest of drawers
By
Category
Late 20th Century American Georgian Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 66.75 in W 39.5 in D 19.75 in
Kindel Furniture Georgian Carved Cherry Wood Eight-Drawer Dresser, Refinished
By Kindel Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style eight-drawer dresser or chest of drawers
By Kindel
Category
Vintage 1980s American Georgian Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 34.75 in W 53.88 in D 21.38 in
John Widdicomb Georgian Green Lacquered Eight-Drawer Double Dresser, Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Georgian or Regency style eight-drawer double dresser or chest of drawers
By Ralph
Category
Vintage 1940s American Georgian Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 35.5 in W 63.13 in D 20.75 in
Scandinavian Modern Rosewood 8 Drawer Dresser Sideboard Chest Westnofa Norway
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Wayne, NJ
Stunning 1960's Modern Brazilian Rosewood Eight-Drawer Dresser Sideboard Chest Westnofa Furniture
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Scandinavian Modern Dressers
Materials
Rosewood
H 28.75 in W 71.38 in D 18 in
Antique French Napoleon III Inlaid Ormolu Marble Top Secretaire Desk Chest 1860
Located in Portland, OR
with Mother-of-Pearl & gilt bronze 'rope twist' decoration. The chest has eight drawer fronts with
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Secretaires
Materials
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
H 57.5 in W 29.25 in D 15 in
Mid-Century Swedish Modern Edmond Spence Wave Walnut 4-Piece Bedroom Set
By Edmond J. Spence
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
. Featuring a straight line wave front design, rolling tambour door high chest, eight drawer dresser, two
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Bedroom Sets
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Solid Birch Dresser, Refinished
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern eight-drawer dresser, credenza, or chest of drawers
By Paul
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 33.38 in W 60 in D 18 in
Robert Lighton British Khaki Teak Armoire Wardrobe Cabinet Silk Curtains 92"
By Robert Lighton
Located in Dayton, OH
featuring dark ebonized finish with double jointed doors that open to campaign style eight drawer dresser or
Category
Late 20th Century British Colonial Wardrobes and Armoires
Materials
Brass
H 92 in W 50 in D 26.5 in
Tall Biedermeier Eight-Drawer Chest
Located in Wels, AT
Biedermeier tall eight-drawer chest. Semainier, flanking black columns.
Category
Antique 1820s European Commodes and Chests of Drawers
American Modern Cerused Oak Eight Drawer Chest, circa 1950's
By Jamestown Lounge Company, Jack Van der Molen
Located in Hollywood, FL
American modern eight drawer chest, Jack Van der Molen, Americana Casual Line by Jamestown Lounge.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Walnut Eight-Drawer Chest Designed by Kipp Stewart for Drexel, circa 1960s
By Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A walnut eight-drawer chest designed by Kipp Stewart for the Drexel Furniture Company in the 1960s
Category
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of D...
Materials
Brass
Solid Oak Eight-Drawer Chest Designed by Jack Van der Molen, circa 1950s
By Jamestown Lounge Company, Jack Van der Molen
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A solid oak eight-drawer chest designed by Jack Van der Molen for the Jamestown Lounge Company in
Category
Vintage 1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of D...
Materials
Oak
George Nakashima Mid Century Modern Design Eight Drawer Chest
By George Nakashima
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This American mid-century modern design eight drawer dresser was designed by George Nakashima (1905
Category
20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
G Plan Fresco Teak Eight-Drawer Chest of Drawers by Victor Wilkins
By Victor Wilkins, G Plan Furniture
Located in Greater Manchester, GB
many decades to come.
With a simplistic beauty and minimal design, this four-drawer chest of drawers
Category
Mid-20th Century Great Britain (UK) Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Ches...
Materials
Teak
English Antique Georgian Mahogany Eight-Drawer Chest, circa 1780
Located in Sheffield, MA
Georgian mahogany gentleman’s chest of eight drawers with brass swan’s neck handles, on a plinth
Category
Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Cabinets
Materials
Mahogany
Brouer Mobel Danish Modern Rosewood Chest Drawers Dresser
By Brouer Mobel
Located in Fairfield, ME
A most stunning eight drawer chest by Brouer Mobelfabrik. With some of the most active and variant
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
English George III Oak Chest-on-Chest
Located in Seattle, WA
-neck brass handles and escutcheons on the drawers. The eight drawer chest has ogee bracket feet. Very
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Serpentine Eight-Drawer Black Dresser
Located in Bronx, NY
Wave front eight-drawer black dresser with nickel pulls, with miniature Klismos legs. The blue is
Category
Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of D...
Materials
Wood
1970s Eight-Drawer Lane Chest Custom Coated with a Textured Metal Finish
By Lane Furniture
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A 1970s chest by Lane, custom coated in a polished and textured "champagne" colored metal finish
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Paul McCobb Eight-Drawer Dresser for Calvin
By Paul McCobb
Located in Tarrytown, NY
1950s Paul McCobb eight-drawer, bleached mahogany dresser on brass stretcher, recently restored
Category
Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Georgian Domed Pediment Bowfront Chest on Chest
Located in Woodbury, CT
In the Hepplewhite manner, an eight-drawer bowfront chest of strikingly grained mahogany. The domed
Category
Antique Early 19th Century British George III Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Mahogany
Ribbon Sapeli Elysia Dresser / Chest of Drawers with Black Detailing
By Lee Weitzman
Located in Chicago, IL
The eight drawer Elysia Dresser / Chest of drawers is shown in natural Ribbon Sapeli with black
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dressers
Materials
Mahogany
Boge Mogesen teak Eight drawer Chest
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Tall teak eight drawer chest on sleigh runner legs
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Tall Eight-Drawer Chest
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco tall eight-drawer chest.
Designed by De Coene Frères.
Category
Vintage 1930s Belgian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer
Solid oak eight drawer chest
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A solid oak eight drawer chest with shutter front drawers.
Category
Vintage 1960s Dressers
Materials
Wood
Eight-Drawer Chest by Seiling Modern with Asian Influence
Located in Dallas, TX
Eight-drawer chest by Seiling Modern with Asian influence.
Dimensions: 40" W x 20" D x 48" T.
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
English Painted Pine Eight Drawer Chest or Server
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
English painted pine eight drawer chest of drawers or server. All pine top over it's pine painted
Category
Early 20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Modern Eight-Drawer Chest Restored in Cream Lacquer
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous modern eight-drawer chest, circa 1950s. Stout mahogany case construction with lovely
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Modern Landstrom Eight-Drawer Chest in Cream Lacquer
By Landstrom Furniture
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Stellar modern eight-drawer chest by Landstrom, circa 1960. Walnut case construction finished in
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Sophisticated Norwegian 1960s Rosewood Eight-Drawer Chest by Westnofa of Norway
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in San Francisco, CA
A sophisticated Norwegian 1960s rosewood eight-drawer chest by Westnofa of Norway (labeled), the
Category
Vintage 1960s Norwegian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
H 29 in W 71.5 in D 18 in
Eight Drawer Chest of Drawers or Jewelry Chest in Rosewood by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Eight drawer chest of drawers or jewelry chest in rosewood by Harvey Probber.
Sleek, multi-purpose
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome
Norwegian 1960s Rosewood Eight-Drawer Chest by Westnofa of Norway
By Westnofa Furniture
Located in Dallas, TX
A Norwegian 1960s rosewood eight-drawer chest by Westnofa of Norway. Dresser has a well-figured top
Category
Mid-20th Century Norwegian Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Rosewood
Parzinger Eight Drawer Chest
Located in North Miami, FL
A Parzinger original by Tommi Parziner with beautiful hardware in original condition. One of custom made furniture from western florida estate. Parzinger Originals are known from exc...
Category
Vintage 1970s American Sideboards
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century George Nakashima Eight-Drawer Chest of Drawers-Dresser in Walnut
By George Nakashima
Located in Southampton, NJ
A beautiful original, custom eight drawer chest by George Nakashima in solid walnut having a unique
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Walnut
Danish Modern Borge Mogensen Eight Drawer Chest
By Børge Mogensen, Søborg Møbelfabrik
Located in Minneapolis, MN
A hard to find 8 drawer chest designed by Borge Mogensen for Soborg Mobler. Exceptionally well made
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of...
Materials
Teak
Edmond Spence Eight-Drawer Chest
By Edmond J. Spence
Located in San Francisco, CA
An Eight Drawer walnut chest by Edmond Spence for Industria
Mueblera of Mexico. Model 9-C/30.
Category
Vintage 1950s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Parzinger Style Eight-Drawer Chest In Curly Maple
Located in Chicago, IL
Quite striking curly maple dresser, or tall commode, clearly inspired by Tommi Parzinger's designs. The piece was meticulously refinished, while maintaining its patina. Beautiful w...
Category
Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
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Eight Drawer Chest For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal eight drawer chest for your home. An eight drawer chest — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without an eight drawer chest — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An eight drawer chest made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Scandinavian Modern — is very popular. Baker Furniture Company, Paul McCobb and Drexel each produced at least one beautiful eight drawer chest that is worth considering.
How Much is a Eight Drawer Chest?
Prices for an eight drawer chest can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $640 and can go as high as $37,000, while the average can fetch as much as $4,175.
Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces for You
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.
Questions About Eight Drawer Chest
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bachelor’s chest of drawers is a relatively short and shallow chest, usually with three or four drawers. The name refers to their historical use as multi-purpose, space-saving fixtures that are perfect for a bachelor sharing a friend’s flat. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern bachelor’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A chest of drawers is also sometimes known as a dresser or a bureau. It is a cabinet with several parallel horizontal drawers stacked on top of one another. A chest of drawers is frequently used to store clothing and a variety of personal items. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify an antique chest of drawers, look inside and beneath drawers and on the back and bottom for any type of maker's marking. Researching these marks using trusted online resources may allow you to determine who produced your chest and roughly date your piece. If your chest is at least 100 years old, it is an antique. Should you be unable to locate the maker's marks, look at the hardware. Rose head nails, one-piece cast brass pommels on the drawer handles and circular rather than hexagonal bolts may all indicate that a piece is an antique. Keep in mind that hardware may have been replaced at some point and that there are many reproductions of antique furnishings. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer complete the identification process if you're unable to identify your chest via the maker's markings. Find a range of antique chests of drawers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The first chest of drawers was invented by Chinese physician Hua Tuo during the 3rd century. In the west, chests of drawers began to appear during the 17th century and rose in popularity from there. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique chests of drawers from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A man’s chest of drawers is also known as a gentleman’s chest. It is characterized by its tall cabinet section that hangs clothes like suits and pants, and also features a column of drawers. Shop a collection of gentleman’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 1, 2024Yes, there is a difference between a dresser and a chest of drawers. 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.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This type of case piece was originally a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period.
Find antique and vintage dressers for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Dressers are designed to offer a place for you to dress, with the top functioning as a table on which to place your clothing. It will offer space for a mirror, whereas chests of drawers are typically exactly that — they provide ample storage while taking up little floor space. A dresser is usually wide and short, while a chest of drawers is narrow and tall. Both types of furniture are commonly used to store clothing and other items in drawers. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dressers and chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A chest of drawers with a mirror attached is called a bureau. This type of case piece is usually waist-high with a mirror that rests on the top of the structure. They are mainly used in bedrooms. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A tall chest of drawers is known as a standard chest of drawers and also as a vertical chest. These are tall and narrow storage pieces. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage tall chests of drawers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A low chest of drawers is called a lowboy. A lowboy sits at waist height and was a prominent piece of bedroom furniture in the 18th century. These low chests of drawers were a clothing storage solution before tallboys and highboys came into fashion. On 1stDibs, there is a variety of antique and vintage low chests of drawers available for sale.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Yes, a chest of drawers can be used as a bedside table, provided that you have enough space beside your bed to accommodate it. If you want to be able to easily reach items on the top of the chest, choose a piece that is about 2 to 4 inches taller than your mattress. Shop a variety of bedroom furniture on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between a bureau, a chest of drawers and a dresser comes down to shape and function. Dressers and chests of drawers are both types of bedroom furniture that feature storage drawers. However, bureaus tend to be wider and shorter, while chests of drawers are narrower and taller. Often used for storage outside of bedrooms, bureaus are usually about the same height as dressers but are shorter than chests of drawers. Find a wide range of casegoods on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between a dresser, a bureau and a chest of drawers is where you place these furnishings and their overall shapes and designs. Usually positioned in a bedroom, a dresser is a wide, low casegood consisting of two or more columns of drawers. When this type of furniture is placed in a living room, office, library or other space beyond the bedroom, people normally refer to it as a bureau. Another type of bedroom furnishing is a chest of drawers, which is a tall vertical column of drawers stacked one above the other. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dressers, bureaus and chests of drawers.
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