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Gustavian Style Unique 7 Drawer Chest of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Gustavian Style Unique 7 Drawer Chest of Drawers. its been restored and repainted with
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Rattan 7 Drawer Bachelor Chest of Drawers by Baker
By Baker Furniture Company, McGuire
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern rattan bachelor chest of drawers dresser by Baker in style of Michael Taylor.
Category
20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Rattan
Antique Georgian Drawing Print Architect's Plan File 7 Drawer Chest Cabinet 1820
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique Georgian Country House seven drawer lock-sided architect's plan or print chest circa
Category
Antique 1820s Irish Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
H 31.5 in W 40 in D 25.75 in
Pair of Edward Wormley Mid-Century Walnut and Leather 7-Drawer Chests
By Edward Wormley
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century 7-drawer chests with walnut veneer, and drawers in graduating size
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Antique English Chest of 7 Drawers Georgian Brass Lion Pulls Carved Oak 18th C
Located in Tyler, TX
Exquisite antique english oak 18th century Georgian era chest of drawers~~brass lion pulls with
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Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
H 41.75 in W 36.5 in D 19.5 in
18th Century Chippendale Chest of Drawers
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Richmond, London
A superb quality George III Chippendale-period serpentine-fronted chest of drawers. English, c
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Antique Mid-18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Vintage Grey Industrial Chest of Drawers, 1960s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage Industrial iron chest of drawers was made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1960s
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Bespoke Italian Art Deco Design Blue Taupe Gray Glass 7-Drawer Chest Semainier
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
What we love about this piece, it is not only the functionality with its 7 drawers (options for
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 47 in W 19.5 in D 18 in
Bespoke Italian Art Deco Design Blue Taupe Gray Glass 7-Drawer Chest Semainier
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
What we love about this piece, it is not only the functionality with its 7 drawers (options for
Category
2010s Italian Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 47 in W 19.5 in D 18 in
Mid Century Walnut 2 Doors Compartment 7 Drawer High Boy Chest Dresser MINT!
By Kipp Stewart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid Century Walnut 2 Doors Compartment 7 Drawer High Boy Chest Dresser MINT!
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Miniature Striped-Maple Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
American, probably Boston or Salem, Massachusetts
Miniature Serpentine Chest of Drawers, circa 1785
Category
Antique 1780s American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
English Serpentine Fronted Chest of Drawers of Flame Mahogany
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large English chest of drawers of flame mahogany, in the Georgian style, from the 19th
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Antique 19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
19th century flame mahogany tall chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
drawers, which is also known as a seminere chest, because of the use of 7 drawers.
Made using mahogany
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Tall 19th century elm secretaire chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Tall 19th century elm secretaire chest of drawers circa 1870.
We are pleased to offer this
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Elm
19th Century burr walnut tall chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
often known as a seminere chest as it has 7 drawers.
Shaped walnut top surface with matching coloured
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Early 20th C. George III Style Parquetry Mahogany 7-Drawer Chest with Stone Top
Located in Germantown, MD
A George III style Parquetry Mahogany, walnut and pine Seven-Drawer Chest with removable stone Top
Category
Early 20th Century American George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany, Walnut, Pine
H 56.5 in W 32 in D 15 in
1980s Drexel Et Cetera Collection Chest of Drawers Chinoiserie
By Drexel
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents
1980s Drexel Et Cetera Collection Chest of Drawers Chinoiserie
24 h x 41.75 w x
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Late 20th Century American Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
19th Century burr walnut secretaire tall chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Striking walnut and burr walnut 7 drawer chest, which is often known as a seminere, albeit this one
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
American Chippendale Birchwood Serpentine Chest of Drawers, circa 1770
Located in Shippensburg, PA
CHIPPENDALE MAHOGANIZED-BIRCHWOOD REVERSE SERPENTINE CHEST OF DRAWERS
Massachusetts, probably
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Antique 18th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 33.88 in W 38.75 in D 21.75 in
WIV Period 7 Drawer Fitted Tall Pedestal Cupboard
By Richard Bridgens
Located in Dereham, GB
WIV period 7 drawer fitted tall pedestal cupboard,
Mahogany top
4 Inset panel sides. The front
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Antique 1830s William IV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
French Regencé Antique Walnut Commode Chest of Drawers ca. 1750
Located in Shippensburg, PA
fabulous French commode of the Regencé period, this substantial chest of drawers has been beautifully
Category
Antique 18th Century French Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Dan Johnson for Hayden Hall Maple Chest of Drawers, 1946–47
By Dan Johnson, Hayden Hall 1
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare 1946–1947 mid-century modern three-drawer chest or dresser in maple by Dan Johnson for
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Maple
Art Deco Chest of Drawers Attributed to Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1920s
By Carl Malmsten
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
. Nicely made metal detail with drops to open the drawers.7
Nicely patinated, partially heavily
Category
Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
H 28.75 in W 29.53 in D 16.54 in
Bespoke Solid Wood Chest of Drawers in Ivory Finish by Modenese Gastone
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Magnificent bespoke 7-drawers chest of drawers by Modenese Gastone Luxury Interiors, with lightly
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2010s Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
H 59.06 in W 43.31 in D 21.26 in
Vintage Postmodern Memphis Design Chest of Drawers in Beechwood by Schönbuch
By Schönbuch
Located in Zagreb, HR
A beautiful postmodern cabinet or chest of drawers produced by the high-end German furniture
Category
Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Chrome
H 38.59 in W 39.97 in D 14.77 in
Antique Bow Front Tallboy, English, Chest of Drawers, Bedroom, Georgian, C.1780
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique bow front tallboy. An English, mahogany and brass chest of drawers, dating to
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Antique 1780s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 36.42 in W 45.08 in D 22.25 in
Vintage Postmodern Memphis Design Chest of Drawers in Beechwood by Schönbuch
By Schönbuch
Located in Zagreb, HR
A beautiful postmodern cabinet or chest of drawers produced by the high-end German furniture
Category
Vintage 1980s German Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
H 38.59 in W 39.97 in D 14.77 in
Bespoke Radica 7-Drawers Commode, Baroque Inspired by Modenese Gastone
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Clearly bespoke 7-drawers chest of drawers by Modenese Gastone Luxury Interiors, premium
Category
2010s Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Silver Leaf, Gold Leaf
H 58.27 in W 34.26 in D 18.9 in
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
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20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Chest of Drawers or Night Stands or Dresser, Florence Knoll for Knoll Teak Black
By Florence Knoll
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Florence and hard to find. The curved grip less drawers combined with the Minimalist black legs make this
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
H 28.75 in W 18.12 in D 18.12 in
Teak Chest with Drawers and Compartments Langeskov Møbelfabrik A / S Denmark
Located in Munster, NRW
Do you need drawers? This very stylish and high quality chest of drawers has 7 of them!!! There are
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Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
H 45.28 in W 49.22 in D 18.12 in
Love - Red MOP Four Drawer Dressers
Located in New York, NY
bedroom or living room. This stunning four drawer dresser is entirely handmade, featuring intricate mother
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Che...
Materials
Wood, Mother-of-Pearl
Pair of Edward Wormley Rosewood and Walnut Chests
By Edward Wormley
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American mid-century 7-drawer chest with graduated drawer sizing, thin plywood drawer pulls
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Small Set Of Antique Apothecary Drawers, English, Pine, Countertop, Edwardian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a small set of antique apothecary drawers. An English, stained pine countertop chest
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
H 16.93 in W 11.62 in D 6.89 in
Early 18th Century Geometric-Front Chest on Chest
Located in Lymington, GB
An English early-18th century oak geometrically-panelled chest on chest, ca 1710-1720.
Queen Anne
Category
Antique 18th Century English Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Anglo Indian Black Six Drawer Dresser
Located in New York, NY
stunning six drawer dresser is entirely handmade, featuring intricate bone inlay details that are nothing
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Che...
Materials
Bone, Wood
Springtime Mid Century Nine Drawer Dresser
Located in New York, NY
springtime blooms.
With nine drawers adorned with these mesmerizing floral designs, this dresser not only
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Che...
Materials
Bone, Wood
Springtime Mid Century Nine Drawer Dresser
Located in New York, NY
springtime blooms.
With nine drawers adorned with these mesmerizing floral designs, this dresser not only
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Che...
Materials
Bone, Wood
Ikat Navy Blue Six Drawer Dresser
Located in New York, NY
provided with the shipment.
6. As the piece is handmade please expect slight colour variations.
7. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Che...
Materials
Bone, Wood
Spring Anglo Indian Blue Three Drawer Dresser
Located in New York, NY
This stunning three-drawer dresser is entirely handmade, featuring intricate bone inlay spiral leaf
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Che...
Materials
Bone, Wood
Exceptional Drawers Limited Edition Rare Piece
Located in Paris, FR
Drawer 1: Ebony mosaic veneer finished in matte varnish and encased in a smoked glass box.
2: Hand
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Small Drawer 1860s-1900s
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese small drawer.
This furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
It is made
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Bloom Black Floral Pattern Four Drawer Dresser
Located in New York, NY
is handmade please expect slight colour variations.
7. The texture and finish of the furniture are
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Che...
Materials
Bone, Wood
Bloom Blue Floral Pattern Four Drawer Dresser
Located in New York, NY
shipment.
6. As the piece is handmade please expect slight colour variations.
7. The texture and finish of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Che...
Materials
Bone, Wood
FRAMA Scandinavian Design Japanese Sutoa Drawer Storage Solid Walnut
Located in Copenhagen, DK
stackable drawers of various sizes, Sutoa drawer is a statement piece suitable for a variety of purposes and
Category
2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
H 45.87 in W 26.38 in D 20.87 in
Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Chōsei District Nagara, JP
This is an old small drawer storage made in Japan.
The furniture was made in the Meiji period
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Pair Tall Satinwood & Mahogany Slender Deco Cabinets with Drawers
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this pair of tall, slender chests of drawers dates from the 1940s. The pair
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
Blossom White Four Drawer Dresser with Blue Floral Pattern
Located in New York, NY
captivating blue hue, evoking the freshness and beauty of nature in full bloom.
With four spacious drawers
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Che...
Materials
Bone, Wood
Blossom White Four Drawer Dresser with Blue Floral Pattern
Located in New York, NY
captivating blue hue, evoking the freshness and beauty of nature in full bloom.
With four spacious drawers
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Che...
Materials
Bone, Wood
FRAMA Contemporary Scandinavian Japanese Minimal Design Sutoa Drawer Solid Oak
Located in Copenhagen, DK
stackable drawers of various sizes, Sutoa drawer is a statement piece suitable for a variety of purposes and
Category
2010s Danish Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
H 45.87 in W 26.38 in D 20.87 in
Anglo-Chinese Hardwood Naval Officer’s Campaign Chest
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
mahogany drawer linings. The front opens to reveal pigeon holes and small drawers, including a hidden
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Antique 1820s Chinese Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
Japanese Antique BK Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese drawer storage.
The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
The main
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
French Victorian Walnut Semanier Chest with Marble Top
Located in Queens, NY
French Victorian narrow walnut and inlaid semanier, 7 drawer chest with a marble top.
Category
Antique 19th Century French Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Chippendale Style Century Mahogany Ten Drawer Dresser with Bracket Feet 20thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Style Century Mahogany Ten Drawer Dresser with Bracket Feet 20thC
Measures - 31 7/8" x 64" x 20 1/2
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20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
H 32 in W 64 in D 20.5 in
Stunning Gilt & Tooled Leather Neoclassical Bombe Chest by Maitland Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
inches high, 38 inches wide, and 24 inches deep, the chest features four graduating brass-mounted drawers
Category
Late 20th Century Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber Double Chest and Vanity with Leather and Brass
By Harvey Probber
Located in Hanover, MA
"Cabinet Series" circa 1957.
Hazelnut finished mahogany with brass trim including a four drawer chest with
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century English Pine Chest with Later Florentine Paint Decoration
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
substantial 2-inch-thick rectangular top. The chest comprises a conforming case housing five spacious drawers
Category
Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
18th C Style Italian Old Chestnut 3 Drawer Cassettone Dresser to order or custom
Located in Encinitas, CA
interiors measures: 36.5" width, 17.5" depth from front to back, 7" vertical drawer depth.
Available to
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2010s Italian Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 38.25 in W 45.5 in D 22 in
Antique Victorian Pollard Oak Wellington Chest by Edwards & Roberts 19th Century
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in London, GB
A fine antique and rare Victorian pollard oak Wellington chest by the renowned London retailer and
Category
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
H 49.22 in W 24.41 in D 19.3 in
Raymond Loewy Style Tall Dresser
Located in Sheffield, MA
a tall door on the left and 7 drawers on the right with characteristic drawer fronts made of white
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Plastic, Laminate, Wood
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7 Drawer Chest Of Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of 7 drawer chest of drawers available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique 7 drawer chest of drawers was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and walnut. We have 3128 antique and vintage 7 drawer chest of drawers in-stock, while there are 115 modern editions to choose from as well. 7 drawer chest of drawers have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Neoclassical and Louis XV 7 drawer chest of drawers are consistently popular styles. Many 7 drawer chest of drawers are appealing in their simplicity, but Anna Castelli Ferrieri, Kartell and Paul McCobb produced popular 7 drawer chest of drawers that are worth a look.
How Much are 7 Drawer Chest Of Drawers?
7 drawer chest of drawers can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $4,099, while the lowest priced sells for $109 and the highest can go for as much as $149,500.
Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets 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 7 Drawer Chest Of Drawers
- 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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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Italian studio DimoreMilano mustered great ingenuity when crafting these sculptural shelves, which are built without any screws.
28 Cheerful Home Bars, Where Everybody (Literally) Knows Your Name
Simple or sophisticated, equipped with console, cart or custom cabinetry, these stylish bar areas deserve a toast.
Ask an Interior Designer: Work-from-Home Edition
Leaping into a design project, whether it's refreshing the bedroom or redoing the whole house, can be overwhelming. Luckily, we know more than a few interior designers. You asked questions on Instagram, and now they're answering.
Collected and Eclectic, ‘Wunderkammern’ Are Back in a Big Way
Introduced nearly 500 years ago, curiosity cabinets are finding new fans among today's collectors and designers.
Meet the Incredible Woman Transforming Fallen Trees into Sleek Furniture
In the hands of New York Heartwoods cofounder Megan Offner, unwanted local trees become works of design art.
These New York Architects Love a Complicated Project
From Brooklyn townhouses to Maine campgrounds, Trattie Davies and Jonathan Toews relish a challenge, like transforming a former warehouse space into the new 1stdibs Gallery.