$24,000 / set
Pair of Venetian Painted Neoclassical Commodes
Located in North Miami, FL
Very fine 19th century Venetian two-drawer commode with keys, the top is faux painted to simulate Sienna marble, over the neoclassical designed commode.
Wood
19th Century Italian Commode With Marble
Located in Nashville, TN
Italian walnut chest of drawers from the Lombardy region of Italy, typical of the Bergamo cabinet-making tradition. The casework is solid walnut while the drawer interiors are pine. ...
Marble
French Provincial Charles X Burled Walnut Commode.
Located in Middleburg, VA
French Provincial Charles X Burled Walnut Commode. Beautiful proportions with book matched burled veneers throughout.
Walnut, Burl
Italian 17th Century Arte Populaire Commode
Located in Round Top, TX
A terrific 17th century Arte Populaire Commode - Chest of Drawers from Northern Italy. Wonderfully constructed from poplar and pine woods with 2 drawers, molded panel sides and rais...
Poplar, Pine
Italian Neoclassical Walnut Commode with Inlay, 1800s
Located in Carmine, TX
Neoclassical commode hand-made in Italy in the early 1800s using walnut and decorated with walnut cross-banded veneer.
Walnut
19th Century Biedermeier Commode, Veneer of Walnut
Located in Winter Park, FL
A fine 19th century Biedermeier commode from Austria made with beautifully patterned book matched veneer of walnut over pine.
Brass
$7,549 / set
Pair of 19th Century Italian Painted Commodes
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Pair of 19th Century Italian two drawer commodes on cabriole legs. Later painted in a soft pale grey with borders picked out in a darker grey.
Wood
Elegantly Veneered, 19th Century Tuscan Commode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand-carved, ebonized walnut and burl, three-drawer commode with suites of contrasting, pearwood inlay on each drawer.
Pearwood, Walnut, Burl
Late 18th Century Italian Chinoiserie Decorated Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Late 18th Century Italian commode. In original decorative Chinoiserie paint and in good overall condition.
Paint
18th Century Louis XV Bordelaise Walnut Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Superb Louis XV period Bordelaise two-drawer commode. Composed of solid hand-carved walnut and original fine-cast brass fittings.
Walnut
French Serpentine Rare Two Drawer Commode
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
A French 19th Century decoratively carved serpentine Walnut two drawer bleached commode with original its hardware. A wonderful top with pronounced notting over two serpentine carved...
Walnut
18th Century Louis XVI Rosewood Commode
Located in Houston, TX
French Louis XVI rosewood commode, attributed to Nicolas Petit (French, 1732-1791, master 1761), 18th c. and later elements, three drawers flanked by fluted corner posts, rising on t...
Rosewood
Superb Walnut Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Swadlincote, GB
A super quality continental walnut two drawer deep serpentine chest of drawers, ioth gilt handles, cubb locks, standing on solid walnut base. in very good colour and condition. 36.5...
Walnut
18thC French Walnut Bombe Chest Commode
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1750 18thC French walnut bombe chest Commode Measures: W 133 x D 64 x H 95cm.
Walnut
Late 19th Century Italian Painted Commode
Located in Rochester, NY
19th century painted two-drawer commode. Original painted surfaces. Wonderful color and a great size.
Wood, Paint
Louis XV Walnut Commode, 18th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
A Louis XV carved walnut commode, 18th Century. Five drawers with three smaller drawers including a hidden drawer over two large drawers.
Walnut
18th Century Louis XV Walnut Commode
Located in High Point, NC
The commode has two drawers in the front, both with shaped and carved molded drawers with the most exquisite hand cast detailed hardware we have ever seen.
Brass
19thC French Faux Bamboo Apprentice Commode
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1880 19thC French Faux Bamboo Apprentice Fruitwood Commode with Carrara Marble Top sku 944 W31 x D22 x H51 cm
Carrara Marble
Continental Red Chinoiserie Three Drawer Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
a Continental red chinoiserie decorated commode / chest of drawers, the shaped top with a scenic figural landscape, above the three conforming drawers further decorated with figures ...
Wood
French 18th Century Transitional Marquetry Commode
Located in Pembroke, MA
The commode features a central marquetry design of a bouquet of flowers spanning the lower two drawers.
Marble
19th c. French Transitional Walnut Inlaid Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
French Transitional Walnut Inlaid Commode is a beautiful and functional piece of furniture.
Marble, Brass
18th Century Swedish Painted Rococo Commode
Located in San Angelo, TX
A beautiful late 18th century Swedish commode from the Rococo period with original brass hardware and locks.
Wood, Paint
19th c. French Louis XVI Fruitwood Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Perfect for adding a touch of classic charm to any room, this commode exudes sophistication and timeless elegance.
Marble
Large 18th Century Italian Rosewood Rococo Commode
Located in Bradenton, FL
This is a rare example of a mid 18th century exotic wood commode.
Rosewood
18thC French Provincial Serpentine Walnut Commode
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1750 18thC French Provincial Walnut Commode with Serpentine Shaped Top, Drawers & Marquetry Star Inlay.
Walnut
19th Century Louis Philippe Chest /Commode
Located in Nashville, TN
This magnificent French chest is the epitome of everything the Louis Philippe style stands for! The front is a show stopping portrayal of burled wood and skilled craftsmanship. Clean...
Marble
$5,641Sale Price|44% Off
A George III Serpentine Mahogany Commode
Located in London, England
An elegant serpentine fronted commode in well figured mahogany bordered with box and rosewood above shaped brushing slide with original baize above three graduated drawers, original ...
Mahogany
French commode with marble top two drawers
Located in Houston, TX
The excellent marble top is in an unusual hue of amber And adds a special Factor to this commode. It has two drawers for good storage. It is in a petite Size making it desirable for...
Marble
Italian Louis XV-Style Bombe Commode
Located in Houston, TX
Burled wood in a soft warm hue makes this piece exceptional The graceful curves of this bombe form add to the Beauty of this commode. Scroll work design in a marquetry Inlay fur...
Walnut
19th Century French Empire Walnut Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Empire walnut commode with Belgian black marble top. Circa 1850.
Belgian Black Marble
Italian 19th Century Two Drawer Commode
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A sensational large-scale Italian 19th-century two-drawer commode with all original painted surfaces. The commode raised by cabriole legs has a serpentine-shaped apron below two wide...
Wood
$9,800Sale Price|30% Off
Louis XV- Transition Commode, France, 1770
Located in Belmont, MA
French Transition Commode in Satinwood and Kingwood, Circa 1770 Exquisite French Transition commode, crafted around 1770, showcasing the refined artistry of 18th-century French cabin...
Kingwood, Rosewood
$8,400Sale Price|36% Off
French Louis XV Period Walnut Commode
Located in Pembroke, MA
French Louis XV period walnut commode in galbee form, three drawers and gilt bronze foliate style mounts.
Ormolu
Antique Italian Renaissance Walnut Marble Top Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Crowning the commode is an extraordinary slab of rare Nero Portoro marble, one of Italy’s most exclusive and highly valued decorative stones.
Marble
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Carved Commode
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian well carved commode. With three drawers and original hardware.
Wood
18th Century Carved and Painted Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Fabulous 18th century French carved and painted oak commode. Amazing patina on this substantial piece and pretty decorative hardware.
Wood
18th c. Dutch Bombe Black Painted Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
The 18th century Dutch Bombe Black Painted Commode is a stylish and elegant piece of antique furniture.
Wood
Early 19th Century French Fruitwood Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A French fruitwood three-drawer commode with bombe front and sides, circa 1820.
Fruitwood
19th c. French Louis XVI Transitional Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
French Louis XVI Transitional Commode is an antique piece of furniture that exudes elegance and refinement.
Marble, Bronze
Louis XV Period Walnut and Parquetry Commode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifully proportioned, hand-carved walnut, 18th century, Louis XV, three drawer, walnut and parquetry commode en tombeau. The inlaid and veneered top featuring a radiant, central,...
Bronze
19th c. French Empire Black Lacquered Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
French Empire Black Lacquered Commode is a stylish and elegant dresser. This classic design and black lacquered finish exudes sophistication, making it a timeless addition to any hom...
Brass
18th Century Vintage French Commode Chair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This rare and collectible commode chair is a testament to the sophistication and elegance of French design during the Louis XV period.
Brass
Louis XV Commode After Charles Cressent
Located in BARSAC, FR
Superb Louis XV commode in the style of Charles Cressent, in floral marquetry in rosewood frames; exceptional ornamentation of very finely chiseled gilt bronze; beautiful veined whit...
Marble, Ormolu
Antique French Chinoiserie Commode 19th Century
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Antique French chinoiserie commode. 19th century black painted chest of drawers with carved details in shades of beige, red and green.
Marble
18th Century French Provincial Walnut Commode
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A mid 18th century walnut French provincial commode of the Louis XV period. This chest of drawers features three levels with a secret drawer situated between the top two drawers, rea...
Walnut
19th Century French Provincial Oak Commode
Located in Richmond, VA
19th century French Provincial oak commode with three drawers, carved knees and feet and three board top.
Oak
French 18th Century Louis XVI Period Commode
Located in Round Top, TX
A very lovely 18th century Louis XVI period commode in painted wood with three drawers over tapered feet originating from the South of France.
Walnut
19th Century French Painted Empire Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Elegant 19th century French Empire painted commode. Beautiful grey color along with a marble top.
Marble
French Walnut Commode with Marble Top
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Stunning 19th C French walnut three drawer commode with a very good marble top. 1880. Dimensions 51.5 inches (131 cms) wide 22.5 inches (57 cms) deep 38.5 inches (98 cms) high.
Marble
Early 19th Century French Empire Painted Commode
Located in Bradenton, FL
French Empire Painted Commode. Commode features the rectangular top with turret corners lending a strong yet elegant profile that anchors the piece visually.
Cherry
Louis XV Style 3 Drawer Commode
Located in New York, NY
A French Louis XV style 3 drawer commode with shaped front and sides veneered overall with figured walnut and rosewood.
Marble, Brass
French Louis XVI Commode with Marble Top
Located in Dallas, TX
Late 19th century French Louis XVI style oak and brass commode with with marble. A French Louis XVI commode with a marble top is one of the most iconic pieces of late‑19th‑century ne...
Marble
Mother of Pearl Inlaid Ebonized Commode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare and exceptional Tuscan, ebonized 4 drawer commode inlaid with gilded bronze and mother of pearl.
Bronze
18th Century Swedish Commode, Alder Root
Located in Östermalm, Stockholms län
The veneer made out of alder root has a very beautiful color, texture and pattern. This late baroque commode is has its alder root veneered on pine which was a common base.
Wood
Parquetry Veneered Italian Commode, circa 1800
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chic, canted corner, three-drawer, walnut and pearwood commode from Modena, Italy. Striking parquetry surrounds the piece three quarters.
Pearwood, Walnut
18th Century Carved Wood Tuscan Commode
Located in New Orleans, LA
Fabulous 18th century carved and painted Tuscan commode.
Louis XIV Period Bow-Front Walnut Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A handsome Louis XIV period walnut commode with a gentle bow front, arranged with two short drawers over two long drawers.
Walnut
18th Century Two-Drawer French Commode
Located in Hudson, NY
Two-drawer commode with thick black stone top and gilt bronze hardware.
Wood
18th Century French Provincial Walnut Commode
Located in Richmond, VA
18th century French Provincial walnut 3-drawer commode with hoof feet, heart carved apron and shaped top.
Walnut
Pair of Early 19th Century Italian Cherrywood Commodes
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
The lower apron of the pieces echoes the shaping of the moulded top and each commode stands on turned, tapered baluster legs. A very striking pair of commodes!
Cherry
Shopping for a commode or a chest of drawers?
Commode is the French term for a low chest of drawers, but it is also sometimes used to denote any case piece with a particularly intricate design. The commode dates to circa 1700 France, where it was used as an alternative to a taller cabinet piece so as to not obscure paneled, mirrored or tapestried walls. Coffers, or chests, which were large wooden boxes with hinged lids and sometimes stood on ball feet, preceded chests of drawers, a fashionable cabinet furnishing that garnered acclaim for its obvious storage potential and versatility. The term commode was also used to refer to a piece of bedroom furniture — a washstand or nightstand that contained a chamber pot.
As time passed, French and British furniture makers led the way in the production of chests of drawers, and features like the integration of bronze and ornamental pulls became commonplace. Antique French commodes in the Louis XV style were sometimes crafted in mahogany or walnut, while an Italian marble top added a sophisticated decorative flourish. This specific type of case piece grew in popularity in the years that followed.
So, what makes a chest of drawers different from a common dresser? Dressers are short, and chests of drawers are overall taller pieces of furniture that typically do not have room on the top for a mirror as most dressers do. Tallboys and highboys are variations of the dresser form. Some chests of drawers have one column of four to six long drawers or three long drawers in their bottom section that are topped by a cluster of small side-by-side drawers on the top. To further complicate things, we sometimes refer to particularly short chests of drawers as nightstands.
Even though chests of drawers are commonly thought of as bedroom furniture to store clothing, these are adaptable pieces. A chest of drawers can house important documents — think of your walnut Art Deco commode as an upgrade to your filing cabinet. Nestle your chest near your home’s front door to store coats and other outerwear, while the top can be a place to drop your handbag. Add some flair to your kitchen, where this lovable case piece can hold pots, pans and even cookbooks.
When shopping for the right chest of drawers for your home, there are a few key things to consider: What will you be storing in it? How big a chest will you need?
Speaking of size, don’t dream too big. If your space is on the smaller side, a more streamlined vintage mid-century modern chest of drawers, perhaps one designed by Paul McCobb or T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, may best suit your needs.
At 1stDibs, we make it easy to add style and storage to your home. Browse our collection of antique and vintage commodes and chests of drawers today.
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