18th Century English Inlayed Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Savannah, GA
English mahogany chest on chest on bracket feet with string inlays of satinwood on every drawer. Open swan neck pediment to the top with beautiful Inlays. Dental moulding to the top,...
Mahogany
English Chippendale Mahogany Chest of Drawers, Circa 1810
Located in Charleston, SC
English Chippendale mahogany graduated five drawer chest with original brasses and terminating on bracket feet. Early 19th Century.
Antique English Country Pine Chest of Drawers 5 Drawer Dresser c1920
Located in Choudrant, LA
Antique English Country Pine Chest of Drawers 5 Drawer Dresser c1920. Direct from England, a charming antique English country pine chest of drawers, showcasing beautiful warm pine w...
Pine
Provincial Hand Painted English Chest of Drawers with Writing Slope
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
A characterful late 18th / early 19th century country chest of drawers with integral writing slope, constructed in pine and oak and retaining its original hand-painted surface. The ...
Oak, Pine
Richly carved English oak chest of drawers from the 18th century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This beautiful richly carved English oak chest of drawers dates from the 18th century and features unique details and a beautiful patina. A chest of drawers is the ideal combination...
Wood, Oak
$6,067Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Wellington Chest, English Walnut Specimen Collector's Drawers, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a tall antique Wellington chest. An English, walnut collector's specimen chest of drawers, dating to the mid Victorian period, circa 1860. Superb example of Victorian collec...
Walnut
English George III Mahogany Bedside Cabinet Table, C. 1820
Located in San Francisco, CA
A traditional mahogany commode / bedside cabinet with original brass hardware. In excellent mostly original condition (the top surface was refinished in the 20th century). England, G...
Brass
19th Century English Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers with 4 Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th Century English Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers with 4 Drawers
Mahogany
19th century English pine chest in hand painted cream tortoise finish
Located in Richmond, VA
Gorgeous 19th century English pine chest finished in hand painted cream tortoise by our sister company, The Fabulous Things.
Pine, Paint
English Fine George III Serpentine Chest in Mahogany with Splayed Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
English Fine George III Serpentine Chest in Mahogany with Splayed Legs, Early 19th Century
Mahogany
Antique William & Mary English Black Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
This antique William & Mary chest of drawers was hand-crafted from black oak wood in the 18th Century. The wood has a warm red-brown tone and has aged beautifully, accruing a texture...
Brass
English Georgian Mahogany 'Pedestal' Form Bachelor's Chest, circa 1760
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Kinderhook, NY
A fine English circa 1760 Chippendale style mahogany bachelor's chest of uncommon 'pedestal' form, the molded edge top above brushing slide and four graduated drawers all with origin...
Brass
English 19th Century Bowfront Chest in Figured Mahogany with Reeded Edge
Located in Atlanta, GA
English 19th Century Bowfront Chest in Figured Mahogany with Reeded Edge and 5 Drawers
Mahogany
Early 19th Century English Mahogany Chest of Drawers, circa 1825
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Early 19th Century English Mahogany Chest of Drawers, circa 1825 A refined early 19th-century English chest of drawers, crafted circa 1825. The piece is constructed with a solid oak...
Mahogany, Oak
Antique English oak chest of drawers from the late 18th century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This beautiful authentic English chest of drawers dates from the late 18th century and is crafted from oak.
Wood, Oak
Antique Bleached Serpentine Fronted Chest of Drawers, English C.1780
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Wonderful commode or chest of drawers. Bleached and limed tropical hardwood. Lovely shaped serpentine front Veneered drawer fronts. Some historical small patches on the drawer fro...
Wood
Antique English 18th Century Mahogany Serpentine Chest Circa 1780
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English 18th century mahogany serpentine chest, circa 1780.
Mahogany
English Georgian Mahogany Two-Drawer Bachelor's Chest, circa 1765
Located in Kinderhook, NY
A fine English circa 1765 George III period bachelor's chest of rare 'hat chest' or 'bonnet chest' configuration, the luminescent mahogany case of rectangular form having top brushin...
Brass
Large antique panelled English oak chest from the 18th century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This large English chest has a warm and charming appearance and makes a beautiful statement in any space, for example in the hallway, living room, or bedroom. With careful use it has...
Wood, Oak
18th Century English Walnut Chest on Chest with Bronze Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
18th Century English Walnut Chest on Chest with Bronze Hardware
Walnut
English Early 18th Century Walnut Chest with String Inlay and Bracket Feet
Located in Atlanta, GA
English Early 18th Century Walnut Chest with String Inlay and Bracket Feet
Walnut
English 19th Century Mahogany Serpentine Chest with String Inlay and 5 Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
English 19th Century Mahogany Serpentine Chest with String Inlay and 5 Drawers
Mahogany
19th century English faux bamboo marble top bedside chest
Located in Richmond, VA
Great little 19th century English faux bamboo chest with original white marble top. Two drawers over two on turned feet.
Marble
Antique English chest of drawers from the 18th century made of oak
Located in Harderwijk, NL
This antique English chest of drawers dates from the 18th century and is made of oak.
Wood, Oak
George III English Mahogany Serpentine Chest with Splayed Feet, Early 19th Centu
Located in Atlanta, GA
George III English Mahogany Serpentine Chest with Splayed Feet, Early 19th Century
Mahogany
Antique English Mahogany Bow Front Chest, circa 1840
Located in New Orleans, LA
This handsome bow front chest is sold and very appealing. The shape of the drawers follow the lines of the front. This practical piece of antique furniture has four full bottom drawe...
Mahogany
English Early 19th Century Regency Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
Regency chest of drawers in black polished mahogany. Top with moulded edge, below an arrangement of 5 drawers: 2 smaller drawers over 3 drawers formation. Under the top an additiona...
Brass
18th Century English Mahogany Chippendale Style Chest on Stand
Located in San Francisco, CA
A late 18th century English Chippendale style mahogany chest on stand. In remarkable antique condition, excellent quality, and having an unusual Spanish foot detail. England, circa 1...
Mahogany
English Small Cabinet Chest of Drawers of Oak on Bracket Feet
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English small chest of patinated oak from the 19th century, in the Georgian style, featuring a moulded top over a frieze of two beaded short drawers and three graduating beade...
Metal, Brass
Low Chest of Drawers - English Chippendale Mahogany TV Stand, 19th Century
Located in NAVILLY, FR
Low chest of drawers, suitable for use as a TV stand, in mahogany and mahogany veneer, in the English style, with Cheppendeale legs and drawers, the top one of which opens in a "secr...
Mahogany
English Style Oak and Walnut Veneer Chest of Drawers, 19th Century
Located in NAVILLY, FR
English-style chest of drawers in solid oak and walnut veneer, mounted on a fir frame, dating from the 19th century. Sold as is, with some missing parts (all restorations possible u...
Walnut
$2,354Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Bachelor's Chest of Drawers, English, Bedroom, Victorian, Circa 1870
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique bachelor's chest of drawers. An English, mahogany four drawer bedroom chest, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1870. A delightful late 19th century example off...
Brass
Antique English Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers, Circa 1800's.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers, Circa 1800's.
Brass
English Bow Front Small Chest of Burr Walnut with Three Drawers
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome English bow-fronted small chest of burr or burled walnut from the Edwardian era, featuring a moulded top over a frieze of three equally sized beaded drawers, each with ori...
Metal, Brass
Circa 1880s English Miniature or Child's Wellington Chest of Drawers
By Wellington
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Miniature or Child's Wellington Chest of Drawers, circa 1880s, English. Scotts pine. Original side lock & key. Simple nailed construction for a child at play. Nicely thumb-molded top...
Pine
English Console or Hall Table of Mahogany from the Georgian Era
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English console or hall table of mahogany from the Georgian era, featuring a moulded top over a frieze of what appear to be four beaded drawers but is actually a top long draw...
Metal, Brass
Large 19th C English Engineers Ebonised Bank of Drawers
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1890 Large 19th C English Engineers ebonised bank of 24 pine drawers. Original hardware and finish. Measures: W 189 x D 68 x H 112 cm.
Pine
English Bow Front Small Chest of Burr Walnut with Four Drawers
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome English bow-fronted small chest of burr or burled walnut from the Edwardian era, featuring a moulded top over a frieze of four graduating beaded drawers, each with origina...
Metal, Brass
16th Century English Drawer Chest w/ Original Iron Fittings
Located in Marbella, ES
Antique 16th Century English drawer chest with original iron fittings.
Walnut
$4,685Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Bachelor's Chest of Drawers, English, Master Bedroom Tallboy, Georgian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique bachelor's chest of drawers. An English, mahogany master bedroom tallboy dating to the Georgian period, circa 1800. A delightful late-18th century example offering...
Brass
Circa 1760 English George III Period 5-Drawer Chest of Drawers
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
George III period, circa 1760, 5-drawer chest of drawers, English. Five full width graduated drawers. Rich mahogany. Original late Rococo escutcheons & pulls. Pine & oak secondary wo...
Wood, Oak, Pine
English 18th Century George I Jacobean Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
English walnut and oak Jacobean chest of drawers. With five drawers: two smaller drawers at the top and three larger drawers below. Oak and ebony paneling and molding to all drawer ...
Hardwood, Oak, Walnut
Carved Oak Jacobean Revival Chest of Drawers, English, 19th Century
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
A reverent echo of 17th century English cabinetry, this 19th-century oak chest of drawers embodies the bold geometry and sculptural massing of the Jacobean tradition. The façade is a...
Oak
19th Century Bleached English Mahogany Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Richmond, VA
Great color on this 19th century bleached English mahogany bowfront chest of drawers. 2 drawers over 3, resting on bracket feet.
Mahogany
Antique English Burled Walnut Chest on Stand, Circa 1900's.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Burled Walnut Chest on Stand, Circa 1900's.
Walnut, Burl
$22,400Sale Price|30% Off
18th Century English Mahogany Chippendale Style Chest on Chest
Located in San Francisco, CA
Thrilled to find this piece! An exceptional 18th century English Chippendale style mahogany chest on stand. Having flame mahogany veneer drawer fronts over solid oak, the body of so...
Brass
Mid 19th Century English Mahogany Veneered Marble-topped Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
An elegant antique mahogany chest of drawers, rich with warmth, character, and old-world charm. Its beautifully figured wood grain dances across the drawer fronts in deep tones of ru...
Marble, Brass
19th Century English Renaissance Highboy Cabinet with Painted Scene
Located in Queens, NY
English Renaissance style (19th-20th century) highboy cabinet with a painted pastoral scene on the front 2 doors and sides with two harp-shaped legs with a wrought iron stretcher and...
Iron
English 18th Century George III Mahogany Serpentine Chest with Crossbanded Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
English 18th Century George III Mahogany Serpentine Chest with Crossbanded Top, Blind Fretwork Detail and 5 Drawers
Mahogany
18th Century English Chippendale Mahogany Chest with Desk Drawer
Located in Milford, NH
A fine example an English Chippendale four drawer mahogany chest with a rectangular top with molded edge surmounting a case with four graduated drawers, the top of which converted to...
Brass
Antique English Chest on Chest, Burl Walnut, George III Style, 1880s
Located in Highwood, IL
An Antique English Chest on Chest or some might refer to it as simply a Tallboy. Just to confuse you further, they were also called a Chest on Stand. The Chest on Chests originated i...
Brass
$5,284Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Country House Napkin Drawers, English, Storage Cabinet, Early Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique country house napkin drawer cabinet. An English, burr walnut dining room storage chest, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850. A superb example of fine ...
Walnut
Victorian English Pine Chest of Drawers, with bun feet & decorative gallery back
Located in Atlanta, GA
Great small English pine chest of drawers with bun feet and a gallery back. We all this a 2 over 2, meaning 2 drawers over 2 drawers. Handmade with dovetails. The knobs ...
Pine
George II English Parquetry Chest of Drawers Circa 1730
Located in Hastings, GB
An outstanding two short over three long chest of drawers dating to the reign of George II, the Walnut veneer marquetry on Walnut frame, Oak lined with ‘Running Dog’ Parquetry work a...
Oak, Walnut, Holly
English bow front mahogany chest on Bracket feet, five drawer
Located in Houston, TX
This English chest is a well made piece of furniture. It has Five drawers that slide easily and have locks and key That function well. The front has a gentle bow front that Gives a ...
Mahogany
$1,483Sale Price|25% Off
19th Century English Painted Chest of Drawers by Edwards & Roberts
By Edwards & Roberts
Located in Seaford, GB
19th-Century Edwards & Roberts Stamped Chest of Drawers A genuine 19th-century chest of drawers stamped by the respected Victorian furnishers Howards & Roberts, London. This...
Mahogany
An English Charles I Inlaid Chest of Drawers, 17th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
An English Charles I Inlaid Chest of Drawers, 17th Century Description: The rectangular plank top with a cyma reversa moulding above a drawer with two faux drawers to the front, eac...
Oak
English Aesthetic Mahogany Chest with Gilt Carvings and Marble Top
Located in Queens, NY
English Aesthetic Movement mahogany chest with 4 drawers and gilt foliate carved panels with brass handles and trim and an inset marble top.
Brass, Gold Leaf
Antique William And Mary Joined Oak Provisional Chest Drawers English Circa 1690
Located in Norwich, England
A William and Mary joined oak provincial chest of four drawers. Circa 1690. Constructed in English oak and standing on its original bun feet, the chest is arranged as two short over...
Brass, Iron
Large antique English oak double chest of drawers from the 18th century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
A chest of drawers or commode is the ideal combination of functionality and visual appeal.
Wood, Oak
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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