Sold|$4,395
19th Century French Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Beautifully crafted in warm oak, this antique chest of drawers has a Baroque character. Hand-built in France in the 1800s, the geometric angles of the wide feet accentuate the facete...
Oak
19th Century French Provincial Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
The oak has been restored through a delicate bleaching process which both preserves the material and highlights the marvelous idiosyncrasies within its natural wood grain.
Oak
French Louis XVI Period 18th Century Bleached Oak Commode with Carved Garlands
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI period bleached oak three-drawer commode from the third quarter of the 18th century, with carved garland motifs. Born in France during the reign of King Louis XVI,...
Oak
Sold|$4,995
19th Century French Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
This 19th century oak chest made in France features three spacious drawers decorated with ornate gilded brass hardware framed by elegant carvings with bold scrolls. The scalloped ski...
Brass
18th Century French Louis XV-Louis XVI Transition Period Bleached Oak Commode
Located in Birmingham, AL
An exceptional 18th century French Transition period three-drawer commode that embodies the transitional period between the reigns of Louis XV (1723-1774 and Louis XVI (1774-1792). H...
Bronze
1880s French Neoclassical Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
An oak chest of drawers from 1880s France with a Neoclassical silhouette. A cabinet housing a pair of drawers is elevated upon fluted legs, tapering down to carved block feet. Gilded...
Oak
1920s French Oak Decorative Carved Drawer Chest
Located in High Point, NC
This four-drawer oak chest was made in France, circa 1920. Decorative drawer pulls and locks complement the intricate carvings on the drawers. These carvings feature geometric and fi...
Brass
English Georgian Style Carved and Bleached Oak Lowboy
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century English Georgian Style Carved and Banded Oak Lowboy. Table has a rectangular top over two setback frieze drawers above a pierced skirt, on cabriole legs with pointed pad...
Oak
French 1870s Napoleon III Bleached Oak Four-Drawer Commode with Side Columns
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Napoleon III period bleached oak commode from the late 19th century, with side columns and four drawers. Created in France during the last years of Emperor Napoleon III's re...
Oak
Sold|$4,995
1900s French Oak and Marble Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Diamonds, carved into the side panels, elaborately shaped drawer pulls, and drawer fronts carefully sculpted with candle flute motif add an exciting dash of ornament to this classica...
Brass
French 1790s Period Louis XVI Bleached Oak Three-Drawer Commode with Rinceaux
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French 18th century Louis XVI three-drawer bleached oak commode with rinceaux motifs. This French commode features a rectangular three-plank top with bevelled edge over three carve...
Oak
18th Century Louis XV Transitional Bleached Oak Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
18th Century Louis XV / XVI transitional period three drawer commode from Liege, Belgium. In solid hand carved oak with bleached finish with brass fittings.
Oak
Sold|$4,995
1860s French Antique Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
This antique wooden chest of drawers was crafted in France, circa 1860. The front case houses three roomy drawers adorned with brass handles and locks, mounted on delicately hand wro...
Brass
Sold|$1,995
20th Century Belgian Oak Two-Drawer Chest
Located in High Point, NC
This 20th century dresser crafted in Belgium features a set of double drawers resting over slightly curved cabriole legs with coquettish twirly feet. A pale tone of the restored oak ...
Brass
Sold|$6,988
French Bleached and Carved Oak Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
French bleached and carved oak commode c.1830
18th Century Louis XVI Bleached Wood Marble Top Chest
Located in Wichita, KS
Beautiful five-drawer commode Louis XVI style chest with a white Carrara marble top and brass pulls. Bleached finish. The chest sits tapered fluted legs with fine detailing.
Carrara Marble, Brass
20th Century Belgian Oak Chest with Cabriole Legs
Located in High Point, NC
The foliate theme is continued on the gilded pulls, whose metal shine adds sophistication and class to the purity of the bleached oak finish.
Brass
Sold|$3,389
Bleached oak Commode in the Louis XVI style
Located in Budleigh Salterton, GB
Lovely quality late 19th century oak chest of drawers / commode in the Louis XVI style French circa 1890s with original handles , having been washed and scrubbed to give the piece ...
Oak
Sold|$6,400
18th Century French Bleached Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century French carved and bleached oak commode. Circa 1780. Adds warmth and charm to any room!
Oak
Sold|$2,595
18th Century European Oak Chest
Located in High Point, NC
An antique chest in bleached oak with metal hardware from Europe circa 1750.
Iron
19th Century French Oak Drawer Chest with Marble Top
Located in High Point, NC
The white marble tabletop, with delicate gray veining, harmonizes with the rustic, natural patterns of the bleached oak, accentuating the elegance of this chest.
Marble
Turn of the Century French Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden chest of drawers made in early 20th century France. The elegantly shaped, cast metal drawer pulls and key slots that adorn the front-facing sides of this exquisite chest exu...
Oak
Sold|$5,370
18th Century Louis XVI Bleached Oak Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Solid bleached oak Louis XVI period commode. With beautiful hand carved details and original brass fittings. Circa 1770.
Wood
Turn of the Century French Provincial Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
An oak chest of drawers from turn of the century France with a delicate rococo influence.
Brass
Late 17th Century Catalan Primitive Commode in Bleached Oak
Located in Round Top, TX
A very handsome and very stout 17th century primitive commode or work table from the Catalan region of Spain. Beautifully constructed with primitive joinery techniques, this work ab...
Oak
Chic Cerused Oak Chest of Drawers by Karpen of California
By Karpen of California
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Bleached and cerused oak with inset grey stitched leather detailing, circa 1940s.
Leather, Oak
An 18th Century Dutch Commode In Bleached Oak
Located in Kent, Dover
A Dutch serpentine fronted three drawer commode in solid bleached oak. With bronze lozenge shaped escutcheons and with dark green painted drawers.
Sold|$3,995
Antique Bleached Oak Secretary Drawer Chest
Located in High Point, NC
From France circa 1860 this three drawer cabinet is topped with a locked upper panel, originally fitted with a folding writing desk. Bleached oak finish gives this cabinet a bright a...
Oak
Late 18th Century Flemish Commode In Bleached Oak
Located in Round Top, TX
Late 18th century three drawer commode in washed oak from Belgium. This beautiful chest of drawers would make a stylish addition to a guest or master bedroom as a dresser. Pair it wi...
18th Century Belgian Louis XVI Period Arbalette Shaped Bleached Oak Commode
Located in Wichita, KS
A richly carved Louis XVI period bleached oak commode with an Arbalette shaped front and paw feet. Original brass hardware. From Liege, Belgium, circa 1780.
Brass
Large 18th Century Flemish Serpentine Bleached Oak Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Large early 18th Century Régence period Flemish four drawer commode. With beautiful hand carved detail to the serpentine front with original brass fittings. Circa 1715.
Wood
French Louis XIV Bleached Oak Commode with Bronze Sea Horse Pulls
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant French chest of drawers was created during the late Louis XIV or early Regence period, before the asymmetry of Louis XV. The design of the moldings on the facades of the...
Oak
Lg Bleached Cerused Oak Cabinet Dresser W Nickel Hardware -Henredon 2- Available
By Henredon
Located in Hudson, NY
Stunning and solid bleached and cerused oak large cabinet with drawers, Consists of three charming upper drawers, with two doors that open wide. Inside is one movable shelf with remo...
Nickel
Late 18th Century Commode In Bleached Oak From Liege, Belgium
Located in Round Top, TX
Late 18th century commode in washed oak from Liege, Belgium. This is the perfect chest of drawers for a guest room or even an additional dresser in the master bedroom. The attention ...
Sold|$1,568
English Carved Oak Coffer
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Late 17th century English carved bleached oak coffer. 1690 Dimensions 47 inches (119 cms) wide 23 inches (58 cms) deep 25 inches (64 cms) high.
Oak
Sold|$1,494
English Carved Oak Coffer
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Late 17th century English carved bleached oak coffer, 1690 Dimensions 48.5 inches (123 cms) wide 21 inches (53 cms) deep 26 inches (66 cms) high.
Oak
Early 18th Century French Louis XVI Bleached Commode Circa 1800
Located in Atlanta, GA
This early 18th-century French Louis XVI bleached commode, dating to circa 1800, is a beautifully crafted piece that exemplifies the elegance and restraint of the Louis XVI style. Ma...
Oak
Sold|$3,327
Danish Oak Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good 19th century Danish bleached oak commode. 1820 Dimensions 50.5 inches (128 cms) wide 22.5 inches (57 cms) deep 38 inches (97 cms) high.
Oak
Sold|$4,754
French Oak Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Wonderful 18th century French bleached oak commode, 1780. Dimensions: 47 inches (119 cms) wide 25.5 inches (65 cms) deep 36 inches (91 cms) high.
Oak
Sold|$4,346
French Oak Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th century French bleached oak serpentine commode, 1790. Dimensions: 53.5 inches (136 cms) wide 23.5 inches (60 cms) deep 35 inches (89 cms) high.
Oak
Sold|$4,007
French Oak Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th century French bleached and carved oak commode, 1820 Dimensions 49.5 inches (126 cms) wide 23 inches (58 cms) deep 38 inches (97 cms) high.
Oak
Sold|$4,068
French Oak Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th century French bleached oak 3-drawer commode, 1820. Dimensions: 47 inches (119 cms) wide 24 inches (61 cms) deep 35 inches (89 cms) high.
Oak
Sold|$4,595
18th Century French Oak Trunk
Located in High Point, NC
Fantastic carvings give this antique oak trunk an irresistible appeal. Built in France circa 1789, the design combines Rococo and heraldic motifs to create a unique aesthetic. The fr...
Oak
Sold|$2,395
19th Century French Oak Trunk
Located in High Point, NC
Ornate carving gives this antique oak trunk an enchanting Neo-Renaissance aesthetic. Made in France in the 1800s, the front panel of the case is carved with an intricate motif of cur...
Oak
Sold|$6,200
19th Century Danish Chest of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
19th century chest of drawers in richly carved bleached oak with curvaceous serpentine drawer fronts, handsome bronze hardwares and shaped top, Denmark, circa 1870.
Oak
Sold|$4,995
19th Century German Oak Trunk
Located in High Point, NC
Ample and solid, this unique trunk was built out of oak in Germany circa 1800. The facade boasts five ornate panels hand-carved in the shape of classic arches, which are enlivened wi...
Oak
Sold|$6,595
Antique Dutch Wooden Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Gracefully curved moldings, intricately patterned drawer handles, and sumptuous carved clawed feet combine to build an aura of regality and craftsmanship within this unique chest. Th...
Oak
Sold|$4,995
18th Century German Oak Trunk
Located in High Point, NC
Made to safeguard your precious treasures, this impressive wooden chest made in Germany circa 1780. Elaborate ornamentation on the front includes diverse sea motifs such as a fish sc...
Iron
Sold|$3,735
French Oak Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th century French bleached oak three drawer commode, 1820. Dimensions 48 inches (122 cms) wide 19.5 inches (50 cms) deep 34 inches (86 cms) high.
Oak
Sold|$4,068
French Bow Front Oak Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th century French bow-front bleached oak commode, 1810. Dimensions: 45.5 inches (116 cms) wide 25 inches (64 cms) deep 33 inches (84 cms) high.
Oak
Sold|$4,995
19th Century French Wooden Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden chest of drawers made in 19th century France. The surface of this oak chest of drawers has been rejuvenated through a sensitive bleaching process, resulting in a charming gl...
Oak
Sold|$1,595
20th Century French Wooden Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
A delicate bleaching process has been applied to the surface of the oak, creating a fascinating luster that highlights the chest’s age.
Oak
Sold|$4,995
19th Century French Wooden Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
A delicate bleaching process has been applied to the surface of the oak, adding a fresh luster to this timeless classic.
Oak
Sold|$4,995
1900s French Wooden Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden chest of drawers made in 1900s France. This handsome and astute dresser greets one with a pleasant demeanor, both dignified and approachable. The surface of the wood has bee...
Brass
Sold|$6,600
18th Century Danish Chest of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
18th century chest of drawers in richly carved bleached oak with curvaceous serpentine drawer fronts, handsome original bronze hardwares and shaped top on bun feet.
Bronze
Early 19th Century Dutch Wooden Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Through age a fascinating patina has spread across its surface, which has been highlighted by a delicate bleaching process that has been applied to the surface of the oak.
Oak
Sold|$5,900
19th Century Danish Chest of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
19th century chest of drawers in richly carved bleached oak with curvaceous serpentine drawer fronts, handsome bronze hardwares and shaped top and ball feet.
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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