19th Century French Empire Chest
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a beautiful 19th century French chest of drawers! The walnut wood is a gorgeous auburn tone with little ornamentation, but beautiful patina that is professionally French poli...
Walnut
Scandinavian Minimalist Trunk Bedroom Chest or Dressing Bench
Located in Hyattsville, MD
This trunk appears to be crafted of Oak supports, Pine wall panels, and a Walnut lid. Understated geometry, interesting angular skirting, overall it has a nice minimal mission influ...
Walnut
Fine Antique 17th Century Marquetry Marriage Coffer Chest, Dated 1658
Located in Nottingham, GB
Fine 17th Century Marquetry Marriage Chest, Dated 1658 Material: Oak, Walnut, Ebony, Holly, Applewood, Hand-Forged Iron An exceptional and unusually well-preserved mid-17th-century...
Iron
$6,283
French Walnut Commode
Located in Petworth, GB
A 19th century French walnut commode. Two drawers with their original hardware. Shaped base with a soft wave running through the apron, centred by a carved shell and flanked by deli...
Walnut
19th Century France Rich Walnut Brown Narrow Walnut Semainier
Located in High Point, NC
Narrow walnut semainier in Rich Walnut Brown. Finished in rich walnut brown, this narrow walnut semainier is distinguished by seven graduated drawers, slim vertical proportions, refl...
Marble
$3,430Sale Price|30% Off
1900s Venetian Baroque Commode Chest of Drawers in Burl Walnut with Ebonized Det
Located in Miami, FL
A elegant serpentine Venetian 1900s Baroque commode chest of drawers in ebonized hand carved walnut and walnut veneered, drawers and top with molded edges, raised on a plinth base re...
Bronze
16th-Century Aragonese Walnut and Bone Marquetry Chest
Located in Madrid, ES
Enhance your collection or space with this extraordinary walnut and bone marquetry chest, a masterpiece of Spanish Renaissance artistry
Fruitwood
17th century Spanish or Italian carved solid wood chest
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Spanish or Italian 17th century bis chest. Chest structure in solid walnut, entirely hand-carved.
Walnut
19th Century Catalan Spanish Carved Walnut Console Sofa Table, Four Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
19th century Spanish antique walnut chest of three drawers and original iron hardware.
Iron
19th Century Catalan Spanish Carved Walnut Console Sofa Table, Four Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
19th century Spanish antique walnut chest of four drawers and original iron hardware.
Iron
Biedermeier Walnut Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome 19th century German Biedermeier walnut commode. A Biedermeier walnut commode is one of the most elegant expressions of early 19th‑century Central European design. Circa 1850...
Walnut
Biedermeier chest of drawers, XIXth c.
Located in Lisboa, PT
Lion paws feet Biedermeier chest of drawers in walnut burl and opening with four drawers in the front, the top one offering a writing table with four inside drawers.
Walnut
$4,109Sale Price|20% Off
Louis XVI chest of drawers, veneered and inlaid chest of drawers, Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
Antique Louis XVI chest of drawers, richly veneered and inlaid chest of drawers, It has a small upper drawer and two larger lower ones, The sides and the top are also veneered with g...
Walnut
Chiffonier - Art Deco Chest of Drawers
Located in NAVILLY, FR
Art Deco chiffonier in walnut and walnut veneer. Very beautiful brass handles. Good condition. Dimensions: Width 60 cm, Height 123 cm, Depth 40 cm. Weight: 100 kg.
Brass
Superbe 17th Century French Blanket Chest or Trunk
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Superbe 17th century French blanket chest or trunk.
Iron
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Germany 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
This authentic German Biedermeier chest of drawers is an outstanding example of early 19th-century furniture, celebrated for its clean lines, exquisite walnut veneer, and understated...
Walnut
German Baroque Chest of Drawers
Located in Hanover, MA
German Baroque chest of three drawers, mid-18th century, walnut veneer and marquetry panels, semi-gloss finish, serpentine front.
Walnut
$9,132Sale Price|20% Off
Baroque Chest of Drawers, Germany 1750
Located in Leimen, DE
German Baroque Chest of Drawers, 18th century with Original Bronze Mounts An exceptional 18th-century German Baroque chest of drawers, crafted in richly figured walnut veneer with re...
Walnut
Fine Austrian Neoclassic Biedermeier Chest
Located in Westport, CT
Elegant small neoclassic two drawer chest in walnut veneer on pine with ebonized interior panels and splayed legs, all original Origin: Vienna Condition: Excellent, French polished...
Walnut
Italian Walnut Bombe' Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
These chests are known for their voluptuous curves, rich walnut grain, and ornate detailing, often blending Louis XV influences with Italian flair.
Walnut
$9,440Sale Price|20% Off
Biedermeier Walnut Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Outstanding 19th century German Biedermeier empire design walnut commode. Circa 1840. Beautiful wood grain and polish.
Walnut
19th Century France Rich Walnut Brown Carved Walnut Petite Commode
Located in High Point, NC
Carved walnut petite commode in Rich Walnut Brown. The rich walnut brown surface highlights ornate ormolu mounts, cabriole legs, marble top, characteristic of France furniture making...
Brass
Italian Walnut Four Drawer Carved Walnut Commode Early 18th Century
Located in Bradenton, FL
Early 18th Century Italian Carved Walnut Commode. Commode features four deep drawers adorned with elaborately carved foliate and scrolled motifs.
Walnut
18th Century Italian/ French Renaissance Revival Lion & Inlay Strongbox Chest
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
18th Century Italian or French Renaissance Revival Strongbox Chest with Inlay and Lion Masks A richly detailed 18th-century Italian or French Renaissance Revival strongbox or coffer...
Iron
$10,350Sale Price|31% Off
Bleached Walnut Commode
Located in Madison, MS
This bleached walnut Italian commode is in pristine condition with no flaws. It truly is a one of a kind piece! It has 4 drawers. Two of the drawers have heavy solid aged hardware. E...
Walnut
Amazing Chest, Italy, late 16th century
Located in Madrid, ES
Amazing Chest, Italy, late 16th century 93 x 214 x 74 cm Rectangular shaped chest, in walnut wood.
Wood
$7,500
French Walnut Semanier
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Fine French Louis XVI walnut Semanier tall chest with bronze escucheons and scalloped apron.
Walnut
Danish Rococo chest of drawers, 18th century
Located in MILL, NL
Danish Rococo Chest of Drawers, 18th century. Originally from Denmark.
Walnut, Pine
Italian Carved Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920's Italian walnut semainier chest of drawers with iron pulls.
Walnut
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers with Marquetry
Located in Greding, DE
Large Biedermeier chest of drawers in walnut veneer, standing on baluster legs with three drawers and rounded corners.
Walnut
Baroque Chest of Drawers, Switzerland 18th century
Located in Leimen, DE
Baroque chest of drawers, Switzerland 18th century. This unique Baroque commode dates back to circa 1750-1760 and comes from Switzerland.
Walnut
$9,588Sale Price|20% Off
Baroque Chest of Drawers, Germany 1750-60
Located in Leimen, DE
Raised on bun feet, the chest maintains strong proportions while reinforcing its period authenticity.
Walnut
$6,392Sale Price|20% Off
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, South German 1820
Located in Leimen, DE
Step into history with our classic Biedermeier chest of drawers, originating from 1820 in South Germany.
Walnut
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Germany 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
Exquisite Biedermeier Walnut Dresser from 1820, Southern Germany. This remarkable Biedermeier chest of drawers, dating back to 1820 and originating from Southern Germany, is a true t...
Walnut
$6,392Sale Price|20% Off
Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, Germany 1780
Located in Leimen, DE
It stands out for its beautiful variations of walnut veneer grains. The top of the three drawer commode features a mirrored walnut root veneer.
Walnut
Fine Single Biedermeier Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
A fine single Biedermeier chest of drawers. Walnut with patinated brass escutcheons.
Walnut
Louis XV Provincial Fruitwood Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Louis XV provincial fruitwood bombe chest of drawers, 18th century. The top with an inset walnut panel bordered by fruitwood with molded front and side edges, 3 nicely shaped drawers...
Brass
18th c. Italian Walnut Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
The 18th century Italian Walnut Commode is a stunning piece of antique furniture that exudes elegance and sophistication. Made from high-quality walnut wood, this commode features in...
Walnut
Parisian Louis XV chest of drawers, 18th century
Located in NAVILLY, FR
Parisian chest of drawers, 18th century in walnut, oak and beech.
Beech, Oak, Walnut
$5,520Sale Price|43% Off
Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, Germany, 1800
Located in Belmont, MA
The five drawer chest has a beautiful walnut veneer grain and stands on lions claw feet.
Walnut
Austrian Walnut Breakfront Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Wonderful Austrian 18th century pale walnut breakfront commode. 1790. Code: 9125 Dimensions: W: 47" (119.4 cm) H: 33.5" (85.1 cm) D: 24" (61 cm)
Walnut
$17,500
Carved Walnut Commode
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Very handsome carved and polished walnut Regence commode with scroll feet, consisting of three drawers; top one divided into three compartments and each with bronze dore' mounts.
Walnut
Late 17th Century Tuscan Italian Walnut Cassone
Located in Hudson, NY
This nicely detailed walnut Italian cassone or chest is from the late 17th century approx. circa 1680 to 1700.
Walnut
18th Century French Walnut Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
18th Century French walnut commode. With original handles. Circa 1850.
Walnut
Oyster Veneered William and Mary Chest
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine William and Mary period oyster veneered chest of drawers, the top decorated in an unusual pattern of scrolls and hearts over an oyster patterned ground, in walnut and oak with o...
Walnut
Italian Renaissance Oratory In Walnut And Burl Walnut - 17th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Exceptional Italian Renaissance oratory in walnut and burr walnut from the early 17th century circa 1600. It opens with four drawers in curved burr walnut. It is rare to find a curv...
Walnut
Chest of Drawers, Northern Italy around 1830
Located in Greding, DE
Northern Italian chest of drawers in walnut veneer from around 1830, expertly restored and polished by hand.
Walnut
Antique Dutch Floral Marquetry Tabletop Chest, circa 1820
Located in Nottingham, GB
A finely crafted early 19th-century tabletop chest of drawers, dating from circa 1820–1830 and constructed from walnut with extensive decorative marquetry.
Brass
Antique chest of drawers, France, circa 1870.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Unique chest of drawers, France, circa 1870. We offer a second identical chest of drawers.
Walnut
English 19th century Chest of Drawers by Waring & Gillow
Located in MILL, NL
English chest of drawers in burr walnut veneer, 19th century.
Walnut
$12,000Sale Price|20% Off
Baroque Chest of Drawers, Switzerland 1750-60
Located in Belmont, MA
Baroque Chest of Drawers, 1750-60 Discover a remarkable Baroque Chest of Drawers, originating in Switzerland.
Walnut
Storage Chest in Wood and Metal, Italy, circa 1890
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Walnut wood and metal military chest or trunk. Italy, circa 1890 Dimensions: 35.5W x 27D x 24H
Walnut
George II Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Southampton, NY
George II serpentine chest of drawers. This Georgian chest of drawers is made from a beautiful walnut wood.
Walnut
18th Century French Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
18th century French chest of drawers made from oak and walnut. The top is made from oak and has a serpentine and beveled edge around the top, following down to beautifully hand pane...
Oak, Walnut
$7,840Sale Price|20% Off
Louis XVI Chest of Drawers, 1780
Located in Belmont, MA
Elevate your living space with our exquisite Louis XVI Chest of Drawers, a masterpiece from 1780 originating in Germany.
Walnut
Swiss Chest richly carved, Riedmatten family, framed by two Holy conversations
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
SWISS CHEST RICHLY CARVED WITH THE COAT OF ARMS OF THE RIEDMATTEN FAMILY FRAMED BY TWO HOLY CONVERSATIONS ORIGIN : SWITZERLAND, VALAIS CANTON PERIOD : END OF 16th CENTURY – EARLY 17...
Wood, Walnut
French 18th century Chest of Drawers
Located in Leimen, DE
Not only is the front adorned with intricate inlays, but the sides also showcase a harmonious blend of walnut and kingwood veneer variations, further elevating the chest's beauty.
Marble
Cassone Marriage Chest Italian Marquetry Coat of Arms Gilded Renaissance L73.5"
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A late-16th Century, Museum Quality, Italian Walnut & Fruitwood Marquetry Marriage Chest with a Coat of Arms & Retaining Traces of the Original Gilded Decoration - Exception...
Fruitwood, Walnut
Primitive American- Pennsylvania Antique Blanket Chest Bench circa 1800's W Till
Located in Wilmington, DE
Primitive American- Pa Antique blanket chest bench circa 1800's w till Offered is a Primitive American- Pa Antique Blanket Chest Bench.
Walnut
Antique Mid 18th Century Italian Baroque Carved Walnut Deception Coffer, ca 1740
Located in Nottingham, GB
18th Century Italian Walnut Deception Coffer, circa 1740–1750 Material: Walnut A remarkable mid-18th-century Italian deception coffer, dating from circa 1740–1750 and constructed f...
Walnut
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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