Sold|$4,995
1860s French Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Indulge in the timeless allure of this 1860s French Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers, a masterpiece of elegance with exquisite ornate details.
Wood
19th Century French Bleached Oak Chest Of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
This exquisite 19th-century French bleached oak chest of drawers brings a touch of sophistication and historical charm to any bedroom or living area.
Oak
19th Century French Bleached Oak Chest Of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
This 19th Century French Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers offers a delightful blend of rustic charm and graceful elegance.
Oak
20th Century Belgian Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Embark on a journey of timeless elegance with this 20th Century Belgian Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers. Standing gracefully on cabriole legs, this chest is a testament to exquisite cr...
Wood
Sold|$3,600
English Bleached Oak Chest
Located in New York, NY
A Georgian style chest with two small drawers and three larger drawers and simple brass pulls. The bleached finish give this traditional piece a fresh, contemporary look.
Oak
Vintage Belgian Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
The swooping contours of its drawer handles interact playfully with the unique shaping of the panels that are carved across the faces of its drawers. A careful bleaching process has ...
Oak
19th Century French Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Ornate floral and geometric elements, fluted columns, and rosettes on the sides are subtly carved into high-quality European oak, their delicate details set off by the light tone of ...
Brass
20th Century French Bleached Oak Chest Of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Created in France during the 20th century, this dresser was handcrafted from oak that has been delicately treated with a bleaching process, accentuating its natural texture and color.
Wood, Oak
Early 19th Century Bleached Oak Chest of 3 Drawers from France
Located in Round Top, TX
This classic French oak chest of drawers has been given new life with a bleached finish which has lightened the dark oak and brings out the lovely carved details of the paneled drawe...
Wood, Oak
French Napoléon III 1870s Bleached Oak Three-Drawer Chest with White Marble Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Napoléon III period bleached oak chest from the late 19th century, with white marble top.
Marble
Pair of French Bleached Chest of Drawers, Mid 20th Century
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of French bleached oak chest of drawers with original cast bronze hardware.
Bronze
Sold|$4,595
1860s French Provincial Oak Drawer Chest
Located in High Point, NC
This bleached oak chest of drawers was made in France, circa 1860.
Brass
6-Drawer Chest by Paul Frankl for Brown-Saltman
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
Located in Southampton, NJ
Scarcely seen bleached Oak chest of drawers designed by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman, California circa. 1940's with logo in the top drawer.
Brass
Sold|$1,546
Bleached Oak Blanket/ Storage Chest
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
17th century English bleached oak and carved coffer. 1690 Dimensions 49 inches (124 cms) wide 21 inches (53 cms) deep 27.5 inches (70 cms) high.
Oak
Sold|$4,995
French Provincial Bleached Oak Drawer Chest
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden chest of drawers made in 19th century France. This piece is composed of four drawers fit with metal pulls, each offering ample storage space. Relaxed and unassuming, this un...
Oak
Sold|$3,026
Bleached Oak French Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Sherborne, GB
An unusual bleached oak French Provincial commode, chest of drawers.
Oak
Bedside Chests, washed/bleached Oak finish (pair)
Located in Uppingham, GB
Pair of Bedside chests with hand soft washed Oak finish. Mitred top Two overlap drawers resting on a raised apron & small tapering legs. Black iron handles. Can be made to measure,...
Oak
19th Century Bleached French Oak Louis XVI Chest
Located in Carmine, TX
The chest was bleached and the grain of the wood is the only decoration.
Oak
Belgian Bleached Oak and Marble Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
A Louis the XVI inspired chest of drawers from Belgium, circa 1930. Influenced by an earlier French style this sturdy provincial chest is topped with Belgian black marble, bleached a...
Belgian Black Marble
Late 19th Century French Bleached Oak Drawer Chest
Located in High Point, NC
A three drawer oak chest from France, circa 1890. Distinctive period design is highlighted by the unique finish, the wood has been restored in our workshops to a light, natural color...
Brass
19th Century Danish Serpentine Front Chest in Bleached Oak
Located in Charleston, SC
An exceptional, very large 19th century Danish serpentine front chest in bleached oak with some fragment white paint.
Bronze
Sold|$4,995
1820s Belgian Bleached Oak Trunk
Located in High Point, NC
A bleached oak trunk from Belgium, produced circa 1820.
Metal
Sold|$3,195
1900s French Bleached Oak Trunk
Located in High Point, NC
A bleached oak trunk from France, produced circa 1900.
Oak
19th Century French Bleached Oak Louis Philippe Chest with White Marble
Located in Carmine, TX
The chest is topped with a white marble (replaced) with rounded edges and mitered corners.
Marble
Sold|$3,595
1950s Belgian Bleached Oak Commode
Located in High Point, NC
This vintage oak commode was produced in Belgium, circa 1950. A petite commode standing on cabriole feet, featuring three front drawers, a scalloped apron and brass floret pulls. The...
Oak
Sold|$4,800
18th Century Oak Bleached Commode
Located in Charleston, SC
18th century oak bleached commode with three large drawers below one small unusual small drawer, reeded side post, tapered carved feet. Charming old piece for any your decor. Here a...
Oak
Sold|$4,875
French Commode in Washed, Bleached Oak
Located in Round Top, TX
A very handsome late 18th century, early 19th century commode in washed or bleached oak from Northern France.
Oak
Sold|$6,500
Chest of Drawers in Bleached Oak by Henredon
By Henredon
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Long chest of drawers in bleached oak with lacquered top and copper pulls by Henredon, American 1960s (signed).
Bleached Dutch Baroque Chest of Drawers, 18th Century
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Bleached Dutch Baroque Chest of Drawers, 18th Century An exquisite Baroque chest of drawers from the Netherlands, dating from the second half of the 18th century.
Oak
Sold|$7,040
French Bleached Oak Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century French carved and bleached oak commode, Circa 1780. This is a nicely carved commode that is sure to make a statement.
Oak
French Louis XIII Style Bleached Oak Petite Coffer
Located in Birmingham, AL
French Louis XIII style petite bleached coffer handcrafted of old growth white oak in Normandy, having hand forged iron straps and raised diamante point decoration to the front and s...
Oak
Sold|$3,650
18th Century Dutch Bleached Oak Commode
Located in Carmine, TX
This small chest of drawers was made in the late 1700s in the Netherlands using oak with dovetail construction. It features 4 drawers with beautiful hand-made dovetail joints and han...
Oak
18th Century Antique French Bleached Oak Large Chest of 3-Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
This handsome large French oak chest of drawers has been given new life with a bleached finish, lightening the dark oak and bringing out the lovely details of the paneled drawers and...
Wood, Oak
Country French Provincial Bleached Oak Marble-Top Commode
Located in Rio Vista, CA
19th century country French provincial commode or chest of drawers crafted from oak with a bleached finish.
Carrara Marble, Brass
Sold|$1,546
English Oak Blanket Chest / Storage Trunk
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 18th century English bleached and carved oak coffer, 1720. Dimensions: 48 inches (122 cms) wide 22 inches (56 cms) deep 26 inches (66 cms) high.
Oak
Northern 18th Century Baroque Commode Galbée in Bleached Oak
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Beautiful simple Swedish, Danish, or Schleswig- Holstein 18th century Baroque commode Galbée in oak. Soft, undulating lines to the front. Beautiful pale oatmeal color and silky smoot...
Oak
French Provincial Bleached Oak Marble Top Commode, 19th Century
Located in Austin, TX
19th century country French provincial commode or chest of drawers crafted from oak with a bleached finish.
Marble, Carrara Marble
18th Century English Carved Oak Storage Chest
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good 18th century carved and bleached oak coffer, 1740 Dimensions: 44.5 inches (113 cms) wide 21.5 inches (55 cms) deep 22 inches (56 cms) high.
Oak
Northern 18th Century Baroque Commode Galbée in Bleached Oak
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Beautiful simple Swedish, Danish, or Schleswig- Holstein 18th century Baroque commode Galbée in oak. Soft, undulating lines to the front. Beautiful pale oatmeal color and silky, sm...
Oak
Elegant Northern 18th Century Baroque Commode Galbée in Bleached Oak
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Beautiful simple Swedish, Danish, or Schleswig- Holstein 18th century Baroque commode Galbée in oak. Soft, undulating lines to the front. Beautyful pale oatmeal color and silky smoot...
Oak
Sold|$3,995
Antique French Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
A wooden chest of drawers from France, circa 1900. This chest is composed of six drawers which have been fit with intricate brass drawer handles. Carefully contoured legs add just en...
Brass
Sold|$3,295
19th Century Bleached Oak Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A Louis Philippe period bleached oak commode - France c.1860.
Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Bleached Oak Provençal Commode
Located in Birmingham, AL
The most popular of the Louis styles today, this antique French Louis XVI Provençal chest of drawers with its clean lines, delicate carvings, and bleached finish, will complement bot...
Brass
Beautiful Simple Northern 18th Century Baroque Commode Galbée in Bleached Oak
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Beautiful simple Swedish 18th century Baroque commode Galbée in oak. Stunning, authentic piece, proudly showing marks, repairs and alterations. A single side lock closes all drawers....
Oak
Elegant small Northern 18th Century Baroque Commode Galbée in bleached oak
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Small beautiful very charming Swedish Baroque commode Galbée in oak. Soft, undulating lines to the front. Stunning, authentic piece, proudly showing marks and repairs. A piece of gre...
Oak
Elegant Simple Northern 18th Century Baroque Commode Galbée in Bleached Oak
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Beautiful simple Swedish, Danish, or Schleswig- Holstein 18th century Baroque commode Galbée in oak. Soft, undulating lines to the front. Stunning, authentic piece, proudly showing m...
Oak
Elegant Simple Northern 18th Century Baroque Commode Galbée in Bleached Oak
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Beautiful simple Swedish, Danish, or Schleswig- Holstein 18th century Baroque commode Galbée in oak. Soft, undulating lines to the front. Stunning, authentic piece, proudly showing m...
Oak
Elegant Simple Northern 18th Century Baroque Commode Galbée in Bleached Oak
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Beautiful simple Swedish, Danish, or Schleswig- Holstein 18th century Baroque commode Galbée in oak. Soft, undulating lines to the front. Stunning, authentic piece, proudly showing m...
Oak
Sold|$4,995
Early 20th Century French Oak Drawer Chest
Located in High Point, NC
An oak chest of drawers from France, circa 1900. The Baroque styled front of this eye-catching chest of drawers has been elaborately shaped into ripples, which dance across its four ...
Oak
Antique French Country Louis XV Style Carved Bleached Oak Four-Drawer Commode
Located in Birmingham, AL
Antique French Country Louis XV style four-drawer commode handcrafted in Normandy of old growth oak that's been bleached or washed to a natural finish retaining its beautiful patina,...
Oak
French Louis XVI Period Bleached Oak Commode with Floral Décor, circa 1790
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite French Louis XVI period bleached oak commode from the late 18th century features a three-plank rectangular top over three beautifully carved drawers. Each drawer is ad...
Oak
19th Century French Bleached-Oak Three-Drawer Commode in Louis XV Style
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Commode in the Louis XVI style, of bleached oak. Its rectangular molded top on a conforming case, with three stacked drawers. Each raised and fielded drawer-panel centered with an es...
Oak
Sold|$3,800
18th C. Belgium Bleached Commode
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisite 18th century Belgian commode crafted from solid oak, beautifully bleached to reveal the natural warmth and character of the wood grain. The façade features finely hand-c...
Oak
Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Graceful and refined, this antique chest of drawers offers a Neoclassical design in natural oak. Hand-built in France in the early 1800s, the paneling of the drawers is precise and g...
Oak
18th Century Large Three-Drawer Swedish Oak Chest of Drawers or Commode
Located in London, England
Swedish oak commode or chest of drawers, circa 18th century. A 'heavy duty' large scale commode which has three spacious deep drawers with traditional brass hardware and a wonderful ...
Oak
Turn of the Century French Oak Chest of Drawers with Marble Top
Located in High Point, NC
A chest of drawers in natural oak, crowned with a square of marble. Made in France at the turn of the century, the narrow silhouette has a country simplicity, accentuated by the pale...
Marble
18th Century German Serpentine Front Bleached Commode
Located in Charleston, SC
Handsome 18th century serpentine front bleached commode with original hardwares. Germany, circa 1780.
Bronze
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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