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19th Century Korean Tansu Elmwood Chest with Brass Trim
19th Century Korean Tansu Elmwood Chest with Brass Trim

19th Century Korean Tansu Elmwood Chest with Brass Trim

Located in Buffalo, NY

Console table, buffet server, sideboard, entry foyer table or chest.

Category

Late 19th Century Korean Other Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Brass

C. 1880 Korean Wedding Chest with White Brass Hardware
C. 1880 Korean Wedding Chest with White Brass Hardware

C. 1880 Korean Wedding Chest with White Brass Hardware

Located in Chicago, IL

Given the pieces compact dimensions, it makes an ideal entry chest or bedside chest.

Category

Late 19th Century Korean Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Elm

C. 1880 Korean Blanket Chest with White Brass Hardware
C. 1880 Korean Blanket Chest with White Brass Hardware

C. 1880 Korean Blanket Chest with White Brass Hardware

Located in Chicago, IL

It has been fitted with a shelf for added usefulness as a bedside chest or entry console.

Category

Late 19th Century Korean Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Elm

1820s French Oak Chest of Drawers with Brass Pulls, Elegant Design
1820s French Oak Chest of Drawers with Brass Pulls, Elegant Design

1820s French Oak Chest of Drawers with Brass Pulls, Elegant Design

Located in High Point, NC

Well suited for bedrooms, living spaces, or entry halls, this chest of drawers brings timeless character and quiet sophistication to both traditional and transitional interiors.

Category

Early 19th Century French Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Oak

French Transitional Louis XV XVI Style Chest Of Drawers
French Transitional Louis XV XVI Style Chest Of Drawers

French Transitional Louis XV XVI Style Chest Of Drawers

By Charles Topino, Pierre Macret

Located in Forney, TX

Dimensions: (approx) 35.5" High, 40.25" Wide, 18.75" Deep Having the ideal size and proportions for a variety of different uses, including as a bedroom dresser or commode, dining ...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Breccia Marble, Bronze

18th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut Commode Sauteuse Chest of Drawers
18th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut Commode Sauteuse Chest of Drawers

18th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut Commode Sauteuse Chest of Drawers

Located in Dallas, TX

Versatile and well-proportioned, it would serve beautifully as an entry console, large bedside chest, or vanity cabinet.

Category

Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Walnut

18th Century French Regence Bombe Rosewood Chest of Drawers with Red Marble Top
18th Century French Regence Bombe Rosewood Chest of Drawers with Red Marble Top

18th Century French Regence Bombe Rosewood Chest of Drawers with Red Marble Top

Located in Dallas, TX

Overall, the piece is in excellent condition commensurate with age and use, and adorns a rich walnut patina with beautiful craftsmanship. Place this chest in an entry, master bedroom...

Category

Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Marble, Bronze

TALL Antique French Louis XV Bench Settle Pew Carved Tiger Oak Chest Foyer Entry
TALL Antique French Louis XV Bench Settle Pew Carved Tiger Oak Chest Foyer Entry

TALL Antique French Louis XV Bench Settle Pew Carved Tiger Oak Chest Foyer Entry

Located in Shreveport, LA

TALL Antique French Louis XV Bench Settle Pew Carved Tiger Oak Chest Foyer Entry Piece. Direct from France, a stunning antique French hall bench with superb carvings and a majestic ...

Category

Early 1900s French French Provincial Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Louis XIV Painted Three-Drawer Commode with Faux Marble Top
19th Century French Louis XIV Painted Three-Drawer Commode with Faux Marble Top

19th Century French Louis XIV Painted Three-Drawer Commode with Faux Marble Top

Located in Dallas, TX

Complete your bedroom or entry with this elegant antique chest of drawer; crafted from France circa 1840, the Classic Louis XIV commode sits on carved feet over the straight plinth, ...

Category

Mid-19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Oak, Paint

19th Century Style French Louis XV Bombé Commode in Painted Finish
19th Century Style French Louis XV Bombé Commode in Painted Finish

19th Century Style French Louis XV Bombé Commode in Painted Finish

Located in Los Angeles, CA

It is ideal for use as a bedroom chest, an entry console, or even a statement piece in a living space.

Category

19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Wood, Paint

Castillian Sacristy Chest
Castillian Sacristy Chest

Castillian Sacristy Chest

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautifully carved wood sacristy chest with three drawers and door. Hand wrought iron hardware.

Category

18th Century and Earlier Spanish Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Walnut

Chinese Side Chest
Chinese Side Chest

Chinese Side Chest

Located in Chicago, IL

Handsome red pieces that are sleek, sharp and simple. These are sure to be a bright addition to your home or office.

Category

19th Century Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Elm

Vintage Chinese Blanket Chest
Vintage Chinese Blanket Chest

Vintage Chinese Blanket Chest

Located in Sheffield, MA

Painted Chinese Blanket Chest. Great as side table, end table or night stand.

Category

19th Century Chinese Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Wood

Mongolian Lotus Shadow Chest
Mongolian Lotus Shadow Chest

Mongolian Lotus Shadow Chest

Located in Chicago, IL

Framed by a scalloped apron, a delicate painted panel of lotus blossoms adorns the front doors of this early 20th century chest from Mongolia. A graceful heron stands amidst the lotu...

Category

Early 20th Century Mongolian Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Paint, Pine

Low Chest with Inset Hardware
Low Chest with Inset Hardware

Low Chest with Inset Hardware

Located in Chicago, IL

Small chest made of rich peachwood with inset hardware that lays flush with the surface of the drawers. Originally used to store Chinese medicinal herbs, chest is now ideal as side...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Entry Chests

Rare Miniature Welsh Tall Chest
Rare Miniature Welsh Tall Chest

Rare Miniature Welsh Tall Chest

Located in Greenwich, CT

Charming and unusual early 18th Century Welsh tall chest having four small over three larger drawers all retaining their original brasses (the larger ones with etched backplates and ...

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1720s Great Britain (UK) George I Antique Entry Chests

Journeyman's Chest on a Stand
Journeyman's Chest on a Stand

Journeyman's Chest on a Stand

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Craftsman's tool chest set in a rustic pine stand. Makes a great side table with storage.

Category

19th Century Swedish Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Wrought Iron

19th Century Chinese Kang Chest
19th Century Chinese Kang Chest

19th Century Chinese Kang Chest

Located in Chicago, IL

A wonderful late 19th century Chinese elm kang (low) chest with two doors and two drawers, and beautifully patinated bronze hardware.

Category

19th Century Chinese Modern Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Elm

Domed Bamboo Chest, c. 1900
Domed Bamboo Chest, c. 1900

Domed Bamboo Chest, c. 1900

Located in Chicago, IL

This rustic wooden chest is hand crafted of bamboo with ample space to store various household items. The chest opens by a hinged panel on the back, which drops downwards to reveal a...

Category

Early 20th Century Southeast Asian Rustic Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Metal

Late Qing Dynasty Tianjin Chest
Late Qing Dynasty Tianjin Chest

Late Qing Dynasty Tianjin Chest

Located in Chicago, IL

This handsome storage chest is from Tianjin, China and made from elm wood, circa late Qing dynasty. The piece features four drawers, five opening doors, and a beautiful aged original...

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Elm, Lacquer

Mongolian Chest with 3 Drawers
Mongolian Chest with 3 Drawers

Mongolian Chest with 3 Drawers

Located in Chicago, IL

Detailed selection with rustic quality. Paintings on the piece add a great touch to the simplicity of the design.

Category

19th Century Mongolian Antique Entry Chests

Console Table / Chest of Drawers
Console Table / Chest of Drawers

Console Table / Chest of Drawers

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Table with seven drawers and lots of character. The red lacquer finish is so worn on top that the elmwood is exposed and worn smooth.

Category

19th Century Chinese Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Lacquer

A Painted Traveling Chest, Circa 1860
A Painted Traveling Chest, Circa 1860

A Painted Traveling Chest, Circa 1860

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The painted chest is set on a custom iron base. This interesting traveling chest displays stickers indicating it was owned by the Marquess of Linlithgow K. T ( Knight of the Garter)

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19th Century English Antique Entry Chests

Chinese Kang Chest with Four Drawers
Chinese Kang Chest with Four Drawers

Chinese Kang Chest with Four Drawers

Located in Chicago, IL

This Chinese Kang chest is from Shandong, China, circa 19th century. It is made from elmwood and features four drawers for storage.

Category

19th Century Chinese Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Elm

Antique Empire Salesman Sample Chest of Drawers
Antique Empire Salesman Sample Chest of Drawers

Antique Empire Salesman Sample Chest of Drawers

Located in Laguna Beach, CA

Antique Empire mahogany and birch salesman sample chest of drawers, circa 1820. With a rectangular birch top, a protruding frieze drawer, two larger lower drawers with flame mahogany...

Category

1820s European Empire Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Ormolu

Chinese Red Lacquered Chest with Restoration
Chinese Red Lacquered Chest with Restoration

Chinese Red Lacquered Chest with Restoration

Located in Chicago, IL

This Chinese red lacquered chest is made from elmwood and lacquer. It features two shelves for storage and has been fully restored.

Category

Late 19th Century Chinese Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Elm, Lacquer

Pair of Chinese Bed Side Chests
Pair of Chinese Bed Side Chests

Pair of Chinese Bed Side Chests

Located in Chicago, IL

Please contact dealer for full description.
Items are sold as a pair.

Category

19th Century Antique Entry Chests

Chinese Side Chest with Carved Decoration
Chinese Side Chest with Carved Decoration

Chinese Side Chest with Carved Decoration

Located in Chicago, IL

This handsome side chest is from Shanxi, China and made from elmwood, circa Qing dynasty (early 1800s). The piece features three drawers, intricate hard-carved details, and its origi...

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Elm, Lacquer

Pair of Georgian Style Apothecary Chests
Pair of Georgian Style Apothecary Chests

Pair of Georgian Style Apothecary Chests

Located in Essex, MA

Each rectangular containing nine drawers with labels and brass handles, bracket feet.

Category

Mid-19th Century English Georgian Antique Entry Chests

French Directoire Demilune Side Table Chest
French Directoire Demilune Side Table Chest

French Directoire Demilune Side Table Chest

Located in San Francisco, CA

A Directoire period (1789-1804) mahogany demilune side table with a marble top and two drawers. Having brass trim, gallery, hardware and brass inlay on the fluted legs, France, late ...

Category

Early 19th Century French Directoire Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Brass

Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Chests
Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Chests

Pair of Early 20th Century Chinese Chests

Located in Chicago, IL

A pair of early 20th century Chinese elmwood with two doors and one drawer with brass hardware.

Pagoda Red Collection #: X068


Keywords: Chest,...

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Elm

19th Century Chinese Petite Four Drawer Chest
19th Century Chinese Petite Four Drawer Chest

19th Century Chinese Petite Four Drawer Chest

Located in Chicago, IL

A 19th century Chinese petite elmwood chest with four drawers and two doors with brass hardware, and gently tapered legs ending in hoof feet. Pagoda Red Collection #: CAI043 ...

Category

19th Century Chinese Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Elm

Pair Antique French Walnut Chests, Circa 1880's.
Pair Antique French Walnut Chests, Circa 1880's.

Pair Antique French Walnut Chests, Circa 1880's.

Located in New Orleans, LA

Pair Antique French Walnut Chests, Circa 1880's.

Category

Late 19th Century French Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Walnut

19th Century Chinese Side Chest with Four Drawers
19th Century Chinese Side Chest with Four Drawers

19th Century Chinese Side Chest with Four Drawers

Located in Chicago, IL

This amazing 19th century Chinese side chest is made from Elm wood and has 4 drawers. This side chest came from the providence of Henan in China and dates to the mid-19th century. I...

Category

19th Century Chinese Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Elm

19th Century Chinese Petite Two-Door Elm Chest
19th Century Chinese Petite Two-Door Elm Chest

19th Century Chinese Petite Two-Door Elm Chest

Located in Chicago, IL

A gorgeous elmwood chest with apron from Northern China, circa 1850. This chest features two doors decorated in brass hardware and stunning aged lacquer finish.

Category

Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Elm

Mid 17th-18th Century Sacristy Chest From Spain
Mid 17th-18th Century Sacristy Chest From Spain

Mid 17th-18th Century Sacristy Chest From Spain

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Navarese oak chest dating from 1650-1750 with original carvings and hardware. Absolutely stunning!

Category

18th Century and Earlier Spanish Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Oak

Pair of Vintage English Regency Campaign Style Chests
Pair of Vintage English Regency Campaign Style Chests

Pair of Vintage English Regency Campaign Style Chests

Located in Forney, TX

A pair of vintage English Regency Campaign style mahogany petite chest of drawers, ideal for use as end tables or bedside nightstand cabinets. Each with made chest rectangular in...

Category

Early 20th Century Campaign Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Mahogany

Exquisite Petite Bombe Marquetry Nightstand Chest with Bronze Hardware
Exquisite Petite Bombe Marquetry Nightstand Chest with Bronze Hardware

Exquisite Petite Bombe Marquetry Nightstand Chest with Bronze Hardware

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This intricately inlaid small scale Louis XV style bombe marquetry chest features lively asymetrical acanthus and lily inlay, reminiscent of art nouveau designs. Finished on all side...

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Early 20th Century French Antique Entry Chests

Pair of Antique English Campaign Stands or Chests
Pair of Antique English Campaign Stands or Chests

Pair of Antique English Campaign Stands or Chests

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Handsome pair of British colonial campaign stands crafted in mahogany with three drawers, classic campaign brass hardware and turned feet.

Category

Early 20th Century English Campaign Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Brass

Late Qing Dynasty Storage Chest with Painting on Base
Late Qing Dynasty Storage Chest with Painting on Base

Late Qing Dynasty Storage Chest with Painting on Base

Located in Chicago, IL

A late Qing dynasty chest from Shanxi China made from teak wood with paint. The piece has been elevated with a black wooden base and has a beautiful aged patina.

Category

19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Elm, Paint

Italian Louis XV Style Chest of Drawers, Peach Blossom Marble
Italian Louis XV Style Chest of Drawers, Peach Blossom Marble

Italian Louis XV Style Chest of Drawers, Peach Blossom Marble

Located in Brussels, BE

Carved and giltwood Louis XV style chest of drawers, peach blossom marble.

Category

Early 1900s Italian Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Giltwood

19th c. Chinese Two Door Four Drawer Painted Scholar’s Chest
19th c. Chinese Two Door Four Drawer Painted Scholar’s Chest

19th c. Chinese Two Door Four Drawer Painted Scholar’s Chest

Located in Chicago, IL

Scholar's Chest from Shanxi province, China. This Chinese Northern elmwood chest is from circa 1850 and features four drawers and two doors, decorated with brass hardware and intrica...

Category

Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Elm, Lacquer

Late 19th C. British Campaign satinwood and ebony officer's chest
Late 19th C. British Campaign satinwood and ebony officer's chest

Late 19th C. British Campaign satinwood and ebony officer's chest

Located in Nantucket, MA

Late 19th C. British Campaign satinwood and ebony officer's chest on a custom made stand also made of satinwood and ebony. Fitted interior and brass handles.

Category

19th Century British Campaign Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Brass

Late 17th/Early 18th Century English Oak Lift Top Chest
Late 17th/Early 18th Century English Oak Lift Top Chest

Late 17th/Early 18th Century English Oak Lift Top Chest

Located in Greenwich, CT

A William and Mary period oak small lift top box in the form of a chest of drawers, the two over one false drawer facade with brass ring pulls, standing on original shaped bracket fe...

Category

18th Century and Earlier English Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Iron, Brass

Ebony Hollywood Regency Louis XV Style Chest / Cabinet, Demi Lune
Ebony Hollywood Regency Louis XV Style Chest / Cabinet, Demi Lune

Ebony Hollywood Regency Louis XV Style Chest / Cabinet, Demi Lune

By Maison Jansen

Located in Stamford, CT

An early Hollywood Regency Style Demi Lune commode having bronze mounts and a marble top. The two central doors leading to a fully finished ebony shelved interior flowing onto de...

Category

Early 1900s French Hollywood Regency Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Carrara Marble, Bronze

Swedish 19th C. Raised Side Chest, 'End Table', W/Reeded Doors
Swedish 19th C. Raised Side Chest, 'End Table', W/Reeded Doors

Swedish 19th C. Raised Side Chest, 'End Table', W/Reeded Doors

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Swedish raised side chest with reeded doors from the 19th century. This antique end table from Sweden has a rectangular-shaped top, which rests above a case which houses a pair of ...

Category

19th Century Swedish Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Wood

Sublimely Elegant Tall Narrow English Campaign Chest or Side End Table
Sublimely Elegant Tall Narrow English Campaign Chest or Side End Table

Sublimely Elegant Tall Narrow English Campaign Chest or Side End Table

Located in Hopewell, NJ

An amazing elegant tall narrow mahogany Campaign chest or side table having 4 stacked drawers with Classic recessed brass hardware and details topped off with a handsome black and go...

Category

1920s English Campaign Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Mahogany

Antique French Louis XV Walnut Birdseye Chest Side Table Porcelain Sevres Ormolu
Antique French Louis XV Walnut Birdseye Chest Side Table Porcelain Sevres Ormolu

Antique French Louis XV Walnut Birdseye Chest Side Table Porcelain Sevres Ormolu

Located in Dayton, OH

Antique French Louis XV / Napoleon III 2 drawer nightstand or chest, circa last half 19th century. Made of walnut and birdseye featuring serpentine form with two dovetailed drawers, ...

Category

Late 19th Century Louis XV Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Porcelain, Walnut

Antique Diminutive Queen Anne American Cherry Lowboy Chest of Drawers Console
Antique Diminutive Queen Anne American Cherry Lowboy Chest of Drawers Console

Antique Diminutive Queen Anne American Cherry Lowboy Chest of Drawers Console

Located in Dayton, OH

Late 18th to Early 19th Century American Queen Anne Lowboy. A compact case with generous proportions accented by an overhanging top with molded edge. The case is fitted with four q...

Category

Early 19th Century Queen Anne Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Brass

Louis XV Style Lingerie Chests or Pedestals, Floral Inlaid with Four Drawers
Louis XV Style Lingerie Chests or Pedestals, Floral Inlaid with Four Drawers

Louis XV Style Lingerie Chests or Pedestals, Floral Inlaid with Four Drawers

Located in Stamford, CT

Louis XV style lingerie chests or pedestal, end tables or nightstands having floral inlaid with four drawers. Each having hand dovetails with oak secondaries, circa 1890s-1920s. The ...

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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Marble

Antique French BARLEY TWIST Jewelry Chest Side End Table Sewing Box Oak 19thC
Antique French BARLEY TWIST Jewelry Chest Side End Table Sewing Box Oak 19thC

Antique French BARLEY TWIST Jewelry Chest Side End Table Sewing Box Oak 19thC

Located in Tyler, TX

BEAUTIFUL Late 19th Century Antique French Oak BARLEY TWIST Jewelry Table/Serving Chest/Box or End Table ~~Victorian Era Renaissance Revival ~~c. 1890s These versatile tables were v...

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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Oak

Spanish Console Chest Table with Two Carved Drawers and Original Hardware
Spanish Console Chest Table with Two Carved Drawers and Original Hardware

Spanish Console Chest Table with Two Carved Drawers and Original Hardware

Located in Miami, FL

This large Spanish late 18th century features a beautiful one plank rectangular top over two carved drawers. Each drawer, featuring slightly different hardware, is adorned with geome...

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Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Revival Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Iron

Spanish Console Chest Table with Two Carved Drawers and Original Hardware
Spanish Console Chest Table with Two Carved Drawers and Original Hardware

Spanish Console Chest Table with Two Carved Drawers and Original Hardware

Located in Miami, FL

This large Spanish late 18th century features a beautiful one plank rectangular top over two carved drawers. Each drawer, featuring slightly different hardware, is adorned with geome...

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Late 19th Century Spanish Baroque Revival Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Iron

19th c.  Louis XVI Style Marquetry Demilune Commode or Half Moon Chest
19th c.  Louis XVI Style Marquetry Demilune Commode or Half Moon Chest

19th c. Louis XVI Style Marquetry Demilune Commode or Half Moon Chest

Located in Winter Park, FL

A fine marquetry commode in the shape of a half moon having seven openings, (five drawers and two doors). Walnut, mahogany and tulip wood veneer, original bronze hardware and marble ...

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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Entry Chests

Mid-19th Century French Louis XIV Carved Walnut Console Table Chest of Drawers
Mid-19th Century French Louis XIV Carved Walnut Console Table Chest of Drawers

Mid-19th Century French Louis XIV Carved Walnut Console Table Chest of Drawers

Located in Dallas, TX

This elegant antique console table with bow front and curved sides was crafted in France, circa 1840. The fruit wood chest stands on four cabriole legs with sabot feet, and decorated...

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Mid-19th Century French Louis XIV Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Walnut

Six Drawer Chinese Table
Six Drawer Chinese Table

Six Drawer Chinese Table

Located in Chicago, IL

Pagoda Red Collection #: CAE008 Keywords: Console, sideboard, buffet, server, credenza, sofa table, entry, dresser, chest of drawers, commode, media, television

Category

19th Century Antique Entry Chests

Materials

Walnut

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Antique Entry Chests For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique entry chests available for sale. The range of distinct antique entry chests — often made from wood, metal and glass — can elevate any home. We have 321 antique and vintage antique entry chests in-stock, while there are 7 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of antique entry chests available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Louis XVI, louis xv and Rococo antique entry chests are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made antique entry chests over the years, but those made by Cosulich Interiors & Antiques, Ross & Co. Dublin and Baker Furniture Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Antique Entry Chests?

Prices for antique entry chests can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique entry chests begin at $275 and can go as high as $152,318, while the average can fetch as much as $3,918.
Questions About Antique Entry Chests
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if a chest is antique, first examine its materials and details carefully. An antique chest is one produced 100 years ago or more. This generally predates the use of engineered wood, particleboard, plastics and other synthetic materials. As a result, an antique chest usually features solid wood construction.

    In addition, antique chests are likely to be handmade, so you should be able to spot subtle signs that indicate this, such as tool marks and small irregularities in any carvings. If a piece looks flawless and regular, it is unlikely to be antique. Locating a maker's mark and then researching when the manufacturer was active can also help you date your chest. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to learn more about your chest.

    On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique chests.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To 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.