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18th Century Wooden Bombay Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 4 drawer 18th Century Wooden Bombay Chest of Drawers has been uninterrupted for over two
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Italian Louis XV Carved Walnut Commode or Bombay Chest of Drawers
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Italian Rococo or Louis XV style bombay chest, commode, or chest of drawers
In the
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Late 20th Century Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pine Bombay Chest
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Solid pine Bombay chest of drawers made in 90’s in the modernized style of Baroque. It has been
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Antique 16th Century American Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Hand Painted Bombay Chest by Patina Furniture Company, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A lovely hand-painted Bombe or Bombay Chest of Drawers by Patina Furniture Company, 1980s. This
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Vintage 1980s Italian Bohemian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Vintage Provincial Serpentine Commodes
Located in Sheffield, MA
workmanship.
Search terms: Louis XV Provincial style, Bombay chest of drawers., commodes, dressers, chest of
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20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Red Lacquer Painted Bombay Dresser Chest of Drawers
By Maslow Freen
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Bombay painted dresser chest of drawers.
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20th Century Unknown Louis XIV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood, Lacquer
Elegant Chartreuse Bombay Style Commode/ Chest of Drawers
By Grange
Located in East Hampton, NY
Whimsical Bombay style 4 drawer chest commode in an amazing chartreuse lacquer. Ample storage and
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pretty Bombay Style Painted & Decoupaged Chest of Drawers
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Lovely refurbished vintage bombe style chest of drawers having cream crackle painted background and
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Vintage 1940s North American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Antique Bombay Chest
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a lovely antique Bombay chest! This piece dates to the late 18th century and has lovely
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Antique 1780s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
Baker Bombay Commode Chest
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Fantabulous Burl and Walnut Bombay Commode
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Vintage 1980s French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Country French Bombay Shape Massive Solid Wood Three Drawers Dresser Chest
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Country French Bombay shape massive solid wood three drawers dresser chest.
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20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Louis XV Bombay Chest Table
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Our Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Vintage Louis XV Style Bombay Chest
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Mid-20th Century Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Marble Top Black Lacquer Brass Mounts 4 Drawer Bombay Dresser Chest Drawers Mint
By Weiman, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Marble top black lacquer brass mounts 4 drawer Bombay dresser chest drawers mint!.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 29 in W 40 in D 17 in
Bombay Front Chest of Draws By Theodore Alexander "Althorp"
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Norwood, NJ
Theodore Alexander Bombay Front Chest from the Althorp Living History furniture collection. Great
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1990s English Régence Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Small 19th Century Bombay Two Drawer Chest
Located in Brooklyn, NY
French two drawer chest of drawers with great color and silver colored ormolu.
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Antique Late 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Silver
Italian Venetian Bombay Style Commode or Chest
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful 1970 chest and drawers hand crafted and carved from wood, probably Olive wood Venere top
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Vintage 1960s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Henredon Italian Baroque Burled Mahogany Bombay Chest or Commode
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Italian Baroque Louis XV style bombay form dresser or chests of drawer
By Henredon
USA
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Vintage 1980s American Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Henredon Italian Baroque Burled Mahogany Bombay Chest or Commode
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Italian Baroque Louis XV style bombay form dresser or chests of drawer
By Henredon
USA
Category
Vintage 1980s American Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Henredon French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Bombay Chest
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form chest of drawers or commode
By Henredon
Category
Vintage 1980s American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Cherrywood Bombay Chest
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful French Provincial Louis XV style Bombay chest or commode
By Baker Furniture
USA
Category
Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Italian Bombay Chest Commode Leather Wrapped Nightstand Bedside Table
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Bedside Table Bombay Chest Commode
With solid brass paw feet and wrapped in tooled leather.
Approximate
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Vintage 1980s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Dutch Baroque Commode Chest of Three Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
This striking baroque chest of drawers with brass key escutcheons is from Holland. The remarkable
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Antique Early 19th Century Dutch Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Paint, Wood
Henredon Italian Baroque Burled Mahogany Bombay Chests or Commodes, Pair
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Italian Baroque Louis XV style bombay form dressers or chests of drawers
By
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Vintage 1980s American Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Italian Louis XV Carved Cherry Wood Commode or Bombay Chest
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Italian Rococo or Louis XV style bombay chest, commode, or chest of drawers
In the
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Late 20th Century Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
1950s Italian Petite Olive Wood and Walnut Burl Bombay Chest
Located in Doylestown, PA
Vintage miniature Bombay chest, made in Italy, c. 1950's.
Charming Louis XV style commode in
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Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Dramatic Carved Giltwood Italian Bombay Chest Commode by Invincible
Located in Hopewell, NJ
the drawer fascades. Curved cabriole legs and hand painted finish with two smaller drawers on top of
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Early 2000s Italian Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Giltwood
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Carved Oak Bombay Chest
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form chest of drawers or commode
By Baker
Category
Late 20th Century North American French Provincial Commodes and Chests o...
Materials
Brass
Henredon French Provincial Louis XV Walnut Bombay Chest or Commode
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style Bombay chest or commode
By Henredon
USA, late
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Late 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique French Louis XV Bombay Chest Commode with Mounted Bronze Ormolu
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous antique French Bombay commode or chest of drawers
France, Early 20th century
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Single Royal Blue and Parcel-Gilt Decorated Bombay Commode or Chest
Located in Stamford, CT
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
Baker Furniture Dutch Louis XV Burled Walnut Bombay Chest or Commode
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Dutch or French Provincial Louis XV style bombay chest, commode, or dresser
By Baker
Category
Vintage 1960s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Baker Furniture Dutch Louis XV Burled Walnut Bombay Chest, Newly Refinished
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Dutch or French Provincial Louis XV style bombay chest, dresser, or commode
By Baker
Category
Vintage 1960s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 29.75 in W 47 in D 21 in
Baker Furniture Dutch Louis XV Burled Walnut Bombay Chest or Commode
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Dutch or French Provincial Louis XV style bombay chest, commode, or dresser
By Baker
Category
Late 20th Century American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Oak Bombay Chest, Newly Refinished
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style bombay chest, commode, or dresser
By Baker Furniture
Category
Vintage 1960s American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 32 in W 42 in D 20.5 in
Antique Small Painted Chest of Drawers, Sweden circa 1850-70
Located in Round Top, TX
chest of drawers.
Restored, later professionally painted in layered shades of pale yellow, cream and
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
French Louis XV Mahogany Marble Top Commode Bombay Chest Ormolu Mounts
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Mahogany with Marble Top Commode Bombay Chest with Marquetry and Gilt Bronze Mounts
Approximate
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Mid-20th Century Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Antique French Louis XV Marble Top Bombay Chest Commode with Mounted Ormolu
Located in Elkhart, IN
A gorgeous antique French Bombay commode or chest of drawers
France, Early 20th century
Painted
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
H 30.75 in W 37.75 in D 16 in
20th C. Italian Parquetry and Marquetry Petite Bombay Chest Commode Side Table
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid 20th Century Italian Parquetry and Marquetry 2- drawer Petite Bombay chest Commode / side
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Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Kingwood, Mahogany, Olive, Satinwood
H 29 in W 21.5 in D 13.5 in
Baker Furniture Louis XV Burled Walnut Bombay Chest or Commode, Newly Refinished
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Dutch or French Provincial Louis XV style bombay chest, commode, or dresser
By Baker
Category
Late 20th Century American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 29.75 in W 47.5 in D 21 in
Henredon Italian Louis XV Cherry Wood Bombay Form Commode or Bedside Chest
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Italian or French Provincial Louis XV style bombay chest commode or nightstand.
By
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Vintage 1980s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 24.5 in W 33.25 in D 18.25 in
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Chest of Drawers
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form dresser, commode, or chest of drawers
By
Category
Vintage 1960s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Painted Bombay Commode
Located in Washington, DC
White painted two drawer Bombay Commode with original white paint and creamy greyish marble top.
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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Baker Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Chest of Drawers
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form dresser, commode, or chest of drawers
By
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Louis XV Style Pink Blush & Silver Gilt Serpentine Bombay Chest / Commode
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a lovely French Louis XV style painted commode with the original painted finish in a combination of a blush pink and silver gilt. When I first analyzed this piece, I was thin...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Poplar
H 36 in W 17.5 in D 51 in
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Marble Top Chest of Drawers
By John Widdicomb, Ralph Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form commode or dresser chest
By Ralph
Category
Vintage 1940s American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
H 33.75 in W 49.25 in D 23.5 in
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Marble Top Chests of Drawers
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form commodes or dresser chests
By
Category
Vintage 1940s American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
H 33.75 in W 49.25 in D 23.5 in
Rococo Style Bombé Chest of Four Drawers with Grey, Blue, Green & Beige Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
sides. This Bombay style chest features two small drawers over two larger drawers. This robust four
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20th Century American Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
H 33.25 in W 50.75 in D 21 in
Pair of Italian Marble Top Ormolu Bombay Commodes, Circa 1870
Located in Hollywood, SC
Pair of Italian zebra wood three-drawer marble top Bombay commodes with inlaid fruit wood front
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Antique 1870s Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Original 1890 Army & Navy C.S.L Stamped Campaign Chest of Drawers Including Desk
By Army & Navy CSL
Located in GB
C.S.L stamped officers Campaign chest of drawers with drop front Birds Eye Maple desk
These are
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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Commodes and Chests of ...
Materials
Brass
H 35.63 in W 38.98 in D 17.92 in
Beautiful Fruitwoods Italian Bombay Side Table
Located in Asheville, NC
Fruitwoods veneer dresser with 3 drawers, ornate brass handles, lined drawers.
Looks like one of a
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Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fruitwood
Pair of Early 20th C. Olive Wood Patched Veneer Bombay Commodes
Located in East Hampton, NY
with two large bottom drawers and 2 smaller upper drawers. The olive wood has been stripped and waxed
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Early 20th Century Italian Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Olive
18th Century French Provincial Bombay Walnut Commode
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th Century, French provincial walnut 3-drawer bombay commode with cabriole legs and escargot feet
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Antique Mid-18th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of...
Materials
Walnut
19th c. Dutch Bombay Commode in Original Paint
Located in Wichita, KS
A rare 19th century Dutch commode from the 19th century in original patina with a subtle Bombay
Category
Antique 19th Century Dutch Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
Century Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Bombay Dresser or Commode
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Georgian or Chippendale style bombay form dresser, chest of drawers, or commode
By
Category
Late 20th Century American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Century Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Bombay Dresser or Commode
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Georgian or Chippendale style bombay form dresser, chest of drawers, or commode
By
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Late 20th Century American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Louis XV Style Bombay Commode - Pair available
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
edges over two long drawers above a shaped apron and supported by cabriole legs, 20th century. Pair
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20th Century Unknown Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Century Furniture Georgian Carved Mahogany Bombay Dressers or Commodes, Pair
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful pair of Georgian or Chippendale style bombay form dressers, chests of drawers, or
Category
Late 20th Century American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 33.25 in W 46.25 in D 21 in
Giuseppe Maggiolini Style Inlaid Mahogany Bombay Commode by Charles & Charles
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Giuseppe Maggiolini Style Inlaid Mahogany Bombay Commode by Charles & Charles. Made by Charles
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Satinwood
H 36 in W 51 in D 20.5 in
A Nineteenth Century Dutch bombay three drawer commode in bleached finish.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Nineteenth Century Dutch bombay three drawer commode in bleached finish with claw feet.
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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 31.5 in W 43.5 in D 25.5 in
Baker Historic Charleston Bombay Dresser
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Pasadena, TX
Bombay chest of drawers.
Part of their “Historic Charleston” collection the top has a hand carved
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Regency Dressers
Materials
Walnut
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Bombay Chest Of Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of bombay chest of drawers available for sale. The range of distinct bombay chest of drawers — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. Bombay chest of drawers have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Bombay chest of drawers made by Louis XV designers — as well as those associated with Baroque — are very popular at 1stDibs. There have been many well-made bombay chest of drawers over the years, but those made by Baker Furniture Company, Henredon and Chapman Manufacturing Company are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much are Bombay Chest Of Drawers?
Bombay chest of drawers can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,325, while the lowest priced sells for $600 and the highest can go for as much as $18,000.
Finding the Right commodes-chests-of-drawers for You
Is it 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 a 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.
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 Bombay Chest Of Drawers
- What is a Bombay chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A Bombay chest is a piece of wooden furniture — a chest that bulges outward in the front and on the sides and then curves in at the base. This style of chest was popularized in 17th century French design.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bombay chests originated in France during the 18th century. Their name is actually a misspelling of the real name for the furniture, the bombe chest. Bombé is the French word for curved, and describes the wavy lines of the chests. You'll find a selection of Bombay chests on 1stDibs.
- Why is it called a Bombay chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The chest of drawers with a curvy frame is called a Bombay chest due to a misunderstanding about its name. Its proper name is "bombe" which is correctly pronounced similarly to the word "bomb." However, some people say "bom-BAY." This has led to confusion over how the name of the chest is actually spelled. Find a selection of bombe chests on 1stDibs.
- What are Bombay chests used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bombay chests are also called bombe chests and are a chest of drawers that feature a distinctive curved or bowed shape. The term bombe is French for a curved piece of furniture, meaning bomb-shaped. This shape of chest originated in the early 1700s in an attempt to soften the lines of furniture and create a more comfortable and casual look. Shop a collection of Bombay chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A 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, 2022A 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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 1, 2024Yes, 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A 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 ExpertNovember 2, 2021Dressers 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 ExpertNovember 2, 2021A 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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021A 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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023Yes, 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.
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