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Swedish Gustavian-Style Blue Chest of Drawers with Faux Marble Top, Circa 1890–1
Located in Atlanta, GA
A refined Swedish Gustavian-style chest of drawers dating to circa 1890–1900. Crafted in pine, this
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Asolo Parma Blue Chest of Drawers
By Porte Italia
Located in Milan, IT
Introducing the Asolo chest in Parma blue, a hand-painted masterpiece adorned with charming
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2010s Italian Dressers

Materials

Hardwood

Ca'Rezzonico Parma Blue Chest of Drawers
By Porte Italia
Located in Milan, IT
Introducing Ca'Rezzonico Chest of Drawers. Crafted with spacious and wide drawers, this piece
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2010s Italian Dressers

Materials

Wood

Barberini Deep Sea Blue Chest of Drawers
By Porte Italia
Located in Milan, IT
Introducing Barberini Chest with sunflower decor in deep sea blue and parma blue tones. The ribbon
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2010s Italian Dressers

Materials

Wood

Blue Hickory Furniture Lacquered Four Drawer Bachelors Chest
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Company. This curved blue chest of drawers is very sturdy and very functional. In addition to the 4
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Late 20th Century American American Classical Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Brass

Blue-Painted Baroque Breakfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
A sculptural, blue-painted Danish Baroque chest of drawers with a distinctive breakfront silhouette
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Antique Mid-18th Century Danish Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Pair of Gustavian Style Blue Painted Chest of Drawers Commodes
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Swedish Gustavian Style Blue Painted Chest of Drawers Commodes, A Pair Classic Pair Swedish Style
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Early 2000s European Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass, Bronze

Set of Two Faux Bamboo Blue Painted Chests of Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Lots of detail on these sturdy chests of drawers. This faux bamboo set consists of a narrow four
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Early 2000s European Colonial Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Faux Bamboo Blue Painted Four Drawer Chest of Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Lots of detail on this sturdy chest of drawers. This four drawer faux bamboo chest has been painted
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Early 2000s European Colonial Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Blue French Commode Chest of Drawers, circa 1715
Located in Madison, MS
original. There are unique wood carved details along the sides of the chest as well as along the drawers
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Antique Early 18th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests ...

Materials

Wood, Paint

Pale Blue Linen Wrapped Modern Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
a sleek, minimalist design wrapped in soft pale blue linen, exuding a calm and serene aesthetic
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Ches...

Materials

Linen, Wood

Italian Art Deco Blue Crystal Italian Commode, Chest of Drawers
By Vintage Italian Glass
Located in Valladolid, ES
Outstanding chest of drawers made by hand with Italian blue glass plates. Exclusive geometric
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2010s Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Crystal, Aluminum

Pair of Swedish Blue Painted Chests of Drawers, circa 1870
Located in Atlanta, GA
A striking pair of Swedish chests of drawers, crafted in the second half of the 19th century and
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Henredon Hollywood Regency Campaign Blue Lacquered Chest of Drawers, Refinished
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style low dresser or chest of drawers
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Small 18th Century Blue-Painted Baroque Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
A small blue-painted Baroque chest of drawers with a serpentine front and three drawers, each
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Antique 18th Century Danish Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Tall Narrow Blue Painted Louis XVI Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
Tall Louis XVI/Gustavian chest of drawers with 11 drawers. This chest is a custom-made piece
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Antique Late 18th Century Danish Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Italian Chest of Drawers with Aqua Blue Murano Glass & Brass Justfurnituress
Located in Guazzora, IT
This stunning Italian chest of drawers embodies the essence of mid-century modern style with its
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Late 18th Century Blue Swedish Bombay Chest of Three Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
draws one to this striking small chest of three drawers. Later professionally painted in layered soft
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

18th Century Blue Rococo Oak Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
This large antique rococo oak chest of drawers features a serpentine front and beautifully carved
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Antique Mid-18th Century Danish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

18th Century Large Blue Painted Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
Large pine chest of four drawers flanked with turned columns and decorative carving along top and
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Antique Mid-18th Century Danish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Swedish Painted Chest of Drawers in Grey-Blue, circa 1920
Located in Atlanta, GA
A delicate and beautifully aged Swedish chest of drawers, circa 1920, painted in a soft grey-blue
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20th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Period Gustavian Chest of 3 Drawers with Original Blue Paint
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Late 18th Century Swedish 3 drawers chest with original brass hardware and its Gustavian style blue
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Chest of Drawers in Baroque Style, Small Blue Painted Pine Sweden
Located in Kastrup, DK
Charming small chest of drawers in blue-painted pine, crafted in the Baroque style. The piece
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Antique Early 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Late 18th Century Large Rococo Blue Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
This large antique rococo chest of drawers features a serpentine front, handsome brass hardware
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Antique Late 18th Century Danish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass, Iron

Late 18th Century Blue Rococo Large Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
The blue painted finish is captivating in this attractive large chest of four drawers resting on
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Antique Late 18th Century Danish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

19th Century Spanish Chest of drawers in Duck Egg Blue Paint
Located in Faversham, GB
A wonderful 19th-century pine chest in a wonderful duck egg blue finish. The cabinet features
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Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Commodes and Chests of...

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Pine, Paint

Blue & White Florentine Style Hand Painted Italian Chest Of Drawers/Commode
Located in London, Park Royal
A vivid Italian Chest Of Drawers, hand painted in the traditional Florentine style featuring an
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Carlo de Carli chest of drawers in blue lacquered wood by Sormani, Italy, 1960s
By Carlo di Carli, Sormani
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
This chest of drawers by Carlo De Carli for Sormani brings a quiet sense of confidence. The deep
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Late 18th Century Blue Painted Rococo Oak Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
This large antique rococo oak chest of drawers features a serpentine front, carved skirt and brass
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Antique Late 18th Century Danish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Italian Chest of Drawers with Aqua Blue Murano Glass & Brass Trim Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
This stunning Italian chest of drawers embodies the essence of mid-century modern style with its
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Louis XV Country French Style Blue Distressed Chest of Drawers by Hickory
By Hickory Manufacturing Company
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
French style chest of drawers, crafted by Hickory Chair Company—renowned for their quality and dedication
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20th Century American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Chest of Drawers in Polychromed Wood in Blue Tones with Iron Handles
Located in Marbella, ES
Chest of drawers in Polychromed wood in blue tones with iron handles.
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Early 20th Century Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Rococo Large Blue Painted Chest of Four Drawers, Sweden circa 1780-1800
Located in Round Top, TX
Large antique oak chest of four drawers with handsome brass hardware pulls all raised on attractive
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

French 18th Century Régence Chest of Drawers with Bow Front in Grey-Blue
Located in Kastrup, DK
Large French Régence bow front chest of drawers, c. 1740–1760. This decorative chest features a
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Régence Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Tall Blue Rococo Oak Chest of Four Drawers from Denmark, circa 1770-80
Located in Round Top, TX
Large antique oak rococo chest of four drawers with dramatic curves, handsome brass hardware pulls
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Antique Late 18th Century Danish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

MidCentury Blue Goatskin Italian Commode Chest of Drawer, 1990
Located in Roma, Lazio
Refinement and style characterize this chest of drawers, a very charismatic color makes the chest
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Goatskin, Wood

Postmodern Teal Laminate Commodes/Chests of Drawers With Gold Accents - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Pair of Postmodern Teal Laminate Commodes with gold accents adds bold elegance and practical storage to any chic living or bedroom space. Minor wear as shown in the photos. We s...
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Vintage 1980s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

MidCentury Blue Goatskin Italian Commode Chest of Drawer, 1990
Located in Roma, Lazio
Refinement and style characterize this chest of drawers, a very charismatic color makes the chest
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Goatskin, Wood

Pair of Painted Blue 19th C. Swedish Chests
Located in Atlanta, GA
chest of drawers. Painted in a soft, serene blue with a contrasting whitish-grey top, these chests blend
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Antique 19th Century European Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Pair of 19th Century Painted Grey Blue Danish Chests with Brass Fittings
Located in Atlanta, GA
refined grey-blue tone that enhances their clean lines and timeless appeal. Each chest features original
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Antique 19th Century Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Blue Faux Bamboo Tall Narrow Painted Jewelry Lingerie Chest
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Solid and charming best describe this 4 drawer faux bamboo painted in Gustavian blue. This
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Early 2000s European Colonial Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Late 19th C. Venetian Chest Painted in Chinoiserie Stye of Blue & Yellow Ochres
Located in London, Park Royal
A late 19th century, Venetian chest of drawers with a curvaceous bombe style shape that plays with
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Antique 1890s Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Painted Mifnight Blue
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Gustavian dresser renovated to highest standard and painted in midnight blue. Fine moldings around
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Vintage 1950s European Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Blue Late 19th Century Swedish 3 Drawer Gustavian Chest
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Late 19th Century chest of drawers painted in Gustavian blue. This classic Gustavian style commode
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Antique Late 19th Century Scandinavian Gustavian Commodes and Chests of ...

Materials

Brass

A Gustavian Style Chests Painted in a Blue/Grey
Located in New York, NY
A painted Swedish-style dressers with four spacious drawers each and brass pulls. Perfect for
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20th Century Unknown Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Contemporary Valentina Giovando Chest of Drawers Nereo Wood Brass Gold Red Blue
By Valentina Giovando
Located in Sarzana, SP
the legs and bottom border of the new chest. A meticulous work that consists of overlapping layers of
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2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass, Bronze

Kittinger Mandarin Style Bachelor Chest Dresser Blue and White Lacquer
By Kittinger
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Kittinger two-tone bachelor chest from Mandarin collection. In style of James
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Hardwood

Single Royal Blue and Parcel-Gilt Decorated Bombay Commode or Chest
Located in Manhasset, NY
Royal blue and parcel-gilt decorated Bombay commode, nightstand or chest. This fine hand painted
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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Giltwood

Pair of Swedish Gustavian Blue Painted Breakfront Commodes
Located in Kastrup, DK
in a light blue tone with a charming patina. Below the top runs a finely carved à la grec frieze. The
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Antique Mid-19th Century Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Mid-Century French Louis XV Style Chests / Commodes W/ Custom Blue Paint - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
I love these! This is a pair of 1960s/ 70s French Louis XV style chests with a custom finish….a
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Mid-20th Century American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Blue Glass and Brass Sideboard with 28 Murano Jewelry and Four Drawers Available
By Roberto Giulio Rida
Located in Guazzora, IT
, crafted in Italy. Made from solid birch wood, it features a rich blue opal glass surface, beautifully
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Brass

Bespoke Italian Post-Modern Blue Turquoise Gray Glass 6-Drawer Semainier Chest
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
What we love about this piece is not only the functionality with its 6 drawers (options for sizes
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2010s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Custom Italian Printed Pop Art Black Blue Butterfly Lacquer Wood Chest/Sideboard
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
A custom fun Conceptual Pop Art lacquer chest, entirely hand-crafted in Italy and completely
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2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Paint

Custom Italian Printed Pop Art Black Blue Butterfly Lacquer Wood Chest/Sideboard
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
A custom fun Conceptual Pop Art lacquer chest, entirely hand-crafted in Italy and completely
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2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Paint

Bespoke Italian Post-Modern Blue Turquoise Gray Glass 6-Drawer Semainier Chest
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
What we love about this piece is not only the functionality with its 6 drawers (options for sizes
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2010s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Italian Raised Two-Drawer Raised Chest in Custom Blue Finish w/Black Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian painted wood raised chest of two drawers. This vintage chest from Italy has been nicely
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20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Bespoke Italian Art Deco Design Blue Taupe Gray Glass 7-Drawer Chest Semainier
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
What we love about this piece, it is not only the functionality with its 7 drawers (options for
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2010s Italian Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

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Blue Chest Of Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of blue chest of drawers for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique blue chest of drawers was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and brass. Find 535 antique and vintage blue chest of drawers at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 60 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of blue chest of drawers available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Blue chest of drawers are generally popular furniture pieces, but mid-century modern, Rococo and modern styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Cosulich Interiors & Antiques, Established & Sons and Porte Italia each produced beautiful blue chest of drawers that are worth considering.

How Much are Blue Chest Of Drawers?

Prices for blue chest of drawers start at $39 and top out at $774,985 with the average selling for $4,995.

Finding the Right Commodes-chests-of-drawers for You

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.

Questions About Blue Chest Of Drawers
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bachelor’s chest of drawers is a relatively short and shallow chest, usually with three or four drawers. The name refers to their historical use as multi-purpose, space-saving fixtures that are perfect for a bachelor sharing a friend’s flat. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern bachelor’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A chest of drawers is also sometimes known as a dresser or a bureau. It is a cabinet with several parallel horizontal drawers stacked on top of one another. A chest of drawers is frequently used to store clothing and a variety of personal items. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The first chest of drawers was invented by Chinese physician Hua Tuo during the 3rd century. In the west, chests of drawers began to appear during the 17th century and rose in popularity from there. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique chests of drawers from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A man’s chest of drawers is also known as a gentleman’s chest. It is characterized by its tall cabinet section that hangs clothes like suits and pants, and also features a column of drawers. Shop a collection of gentleman’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A low chest of drawers is called a lowboy. A lowboy sits at waist height and was a prominent piece of bedroom furniture in the 18th century. These low chests of drawers were a clothing storage solution before tallboys and highboys came into fashion. On 1stDibs, there is a variety of antique and vintage low chests of drawers available for sale.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What a large chest of drawers is called depends on its proportions. In the United States, a wide piece about waist-high is usually called a dresser. A tall, thin chest of drawers is typically referred to as a highboy. On 1stDibs, you can find a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary chests of drawers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A chest of drawers with a mirror attached is called a bureau. This type of case piece is usually waist-high with a mirror that rests on the top of the structure. They are mainly used in bedrooms. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Dressers are designed to offer a place for you to dress, with the top functioning as a table on which to place your clothing. It will offer space for a mirror, whereas chests of drawers are typically exactly that — they provide ample storage while taking up little floor space. A dresser is usually wide and short, while a chest of drawers is narrow and tall. Both types of furniture are commonly used to store clothing and other items in drawers. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dressers and chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 1, 2024
    Yes, there is a difference between a dresser and a chest of drawers. 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.

    Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This type of case piece was originally a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. 

    Find antique and vintage dressers for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A tall chest of drawers is known as a standard chest of drawers and also as a vertical chest. These are tall and narrow storage pieces. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage tall chests of drawers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between a bureau, a chest of drawers and a dresser comes down to shape and function. Dressers and chests of drawers are both types of bedroom furniture that feature storage drawers. However, bureaus tend to be wider and shorter, while chests of drawers are narrower and taller. Often used for storage outside of bedrooms, bureaus are usually about the same height as dressers but are shorter than chests of drawers. Find a wide range of casegoods on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Yes, a chest of drawers can be used as a bedside table, provided that you have enough space beside your bed to accommodate it. If you want to be able to easily reach items on the top of the chest, choose a piece that is about 2 to 4 inches taller than your mattress. Shop a variety of bedroom furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between a dresser, a bureau and a chest of drawers is where you place these furnishings and their overall shapes and designs. Usually positioned in a bedroom, a dresser is a wide, low casegood consisting of two or more columns of drawers. When this type of furniture is placed in a living room, office, library or other space beyond the bedroom, people normally refer to it as a bureau. Another type of bedroom furnishing is a chest of drawers, which is a tall vertical column of drawers stacked one above the other. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dressers, bureaus and chests of drawers.

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