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English Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th C English painted pine bowfront chest of drawers with brass handles. 1830. Reference
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Antique 19th Century English William IV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

English Bowfront Chest of Drawers
English Bowfront Chest of Drawers
H 42 in W 40.5 in D 19.5 in
English Painted Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Large 19th C English bowfront chest of drawers. 1840. Reference: 8201 Dimensions 43 inches (109
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Antique 19th Century English Early Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Sheraton Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Port Chester, NY
A striking Sheraton bowfront chest of drawers, the Sheraton style being characterized most notably
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany, Satinwood

Sheraton Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Sheraton Bowfront Chest of Drawers
H 34.75 in W 44.5 in D 23.5 in
18th Century mahogany bowfront chest of drawers
Located in Martlesham, GB
18th Century mahogany bowfront chest of drawers, having a nice figured top with a moulded edge
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Antique 1780s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

American Georgian Antique Mahogany Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Suffolk, GB
Fine American antique mahogany bowfront chest of drawers having a lovely quality bow front top
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Antique Late 18th Century American Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Early 19th Century Mahogany Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 19th century mahogany bowfront chest of drawers, the crossbanded top decorated with white
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Antique Early 1800s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Bleached English Mahogany Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
Great color on this 19th century bleached English mahogany bowfront chest of drawers. 2 drawers
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century Mahogany Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 19th Century mahogany bowfront chest of drawers of nice proportions, having a lovely
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Antique Early 1800s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Painted Faux Bamboo Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Port Chester, NY
A charming Regency bowfront chest of drawers with bamboo detail, newly painted in an antique creamy
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Decorative 18th Century mahogany bowfront chest of drawers
Located in Martlesham, GB
A highly decorative 18th Century mahogany bowfront chest of drawers, having a nice figured and
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Antique 18th Century British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century inlaid mahogany bowfront chest of drawers
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 19th Century inlaid mahogany bowfront chest of drawers, having a nice figured top above a
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Antique 1810s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Bowfront Chest of Drawers in Mahogany
Located in Brussels, Brussels
A fine bowfront chest of drawers in mahogany from the beginning of the 19th century - England
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Antique Early 19th Century British Early Victorian Commodes and Chests o...

Materials

Mahogany

Bowfront Chest of Drawers Circa 1800 in Mahogany
Located in Brussels, Brussels
A fine regency bowfront chest of drawers in mahogany from the beginning of the 19th century circa
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Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Bowfront Chest of Drawers Circa 1800 in Mahogany
Bowfront Chest of Drawers Circa 1800 in Mahogany
H 37.01 in W 39.77 in D 22.05 in
Early 19th Century Bowfront Chest of Drawers after Thomas Sheraton
By Thomas Sheraton
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Early 19th century George III mahogany bowfront chest of drawers in the Thomas Sheraton, the shaped
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Antique 19th Century Irish George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

French Bowfront Chest of Drawers, Late 19th Century
Located in South Salem, NY
Elegance meets history in this late 19th-century French Bowfront Chest of Drawers. Crafted with
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Antique Late 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

19th Century English 4-Drawer Bowfront Chest of Drawers with Figured Mahogany
Located in Charleston, SC
Very good 19th century English 4-drawer bowfront chest of drawers with figured mahogany on bracket
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century mahogany bowfront chest of drawers of nice proportions
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 19th Century mahogany bowfront chest of drawers of nice proportions, having a nice figured
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Antique 1820s British Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Bowfront Chest of Drawers, Tea Caddy Top, Original Feet
Located in Port Chester, NY
A handsome early bowfront chest of drawers with spiral carved corner columns. The glowing mahogany
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Antique Early 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Superb Quality Early 19th Century Tall Mahogany Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Martlesham, GB
A superb quality early 19th century tall mahogany bowfront chest of drawers, having a lovely
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Antique Early 1800s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Bowfront Chest Of Drawers Regency Period In Mahogany Circa 1800
Located in Brussels, Brussels
a fine and rare bowfront chest of drawers from the Regency period circa 1800 - England in mahogany
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Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Mahogany Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Port Chester, NY
An elegant smaller antique bowfront bureau. The mahogany is a rich medium color with a lovely grain
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Antique Late 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century English Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a beautiful little English bowfront chest! This piece has a very simple design without
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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Hardwood

Small 19th Century Bowfront Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
victorian bow front chest of drawers is slightly better quality and a little more decorative than most which
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Karges Louis XV Bombe Serpentine Bowfront Chest of Drawers in Walnut, Late 20thC
By Karges Furniture
Located in Miami, FL
Karges Louis XV Bombe Serpentine Bowfront Chest of Drawers in Walnut, Late 20thC Offered for sale
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Late 20th Century American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Small Mahogany Bowfront Chest Of Drawers Circa 1800
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Superb bowfront mahogany chest of drawers circa 1800 from England chest which has the front as
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Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Miniature Bowfront Chest Of Drawers From The 19th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Small bowfront mahogany chest of drawers from the 19th century from England Very beautiful little
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Antique 19th Century British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Flame Mahogany Regency Bowfront Chest of Drawers with Splayed Feet
Located in Port Chester, NY
An antique bowfront bureau from England. Note the dramatic flame mahogany grain as well as the
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Miniature Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A late Regency mahogany miniature bowfronted chest of two short and three long drawers retaining
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Regency Models and Miniatures

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Mahogany

Antique Georgian Miniature Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Fine Quality George III Period Mahogany Bowfronted Miniature Chest Of Two Short And Three Long
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Antique Early 19th Century English George III Models and Miniatures

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Mahogany

Regency Bowfront Chest
Located in London, GB
A Regency mahogany bowfront chest of drawers, circa 1810. With three graduated doors with
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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Bowfront Chest
Regency Bowfront Chest
H 36 in W 41.5 in D 21 in
Regency Mahogany Bowfront Faux Bamboo Chest of Drawers
Located in Port Chester, NY
A stunning early English mahogany bowfront chest of drawers in very good condition with very good
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Antique Early 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Bookmatched Veneered Bowfront Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Port Chester, NY
A handsome bowfront chest of drawers with bookmatched flame mahogany veneer. Other features of
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Antique Late 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century mahogany bowfront chest
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 19th Century mahogany bowfront chest of drawers of nice proportions, having a lovely figured
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Antique 1810s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century mahogany bowfront chest
Early 19th Century mahogany bowfront chest
H 41.5 in W 41.75 in D 20.75 in
Early 19th Century Mahogany Bowfront Chest
Located in Martlesham, GB
A lovely quality early 19th century mahogany bowfront chest of drawers, having a nice figured top
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Antique Early 1800s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century Mahogany Bowfront Chest
Early 19th Century Mahogany Bowfront Chest
H 42.5 in W 41.5 in D 20.75 in
Antique Danish Empire Elm Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
Danish early 19th century empire bowfront chest of drawers veneered in elm wood with a beautiful
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Antique Early 19th Century Danish Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Elm

Antique Danish Empire Elm Chest of Drawers
Antique Danish Empire Elm Chest of Drawers
H 32.68 in W 31.11 in D 17.33 in
Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Regency style mahogany and flame veneered bowfront chest of drawers, fitted with a brushing slide
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Regency Commodes and Chests of ...

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Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 36 in W 38 in D 22 in
Early 19th Century mahogany bowfront chest
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 19th Century mahogany bowfront chest of drawers of nice proportions, having a lovely figured
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Antique 1810s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th Century mahogany bowfront chest
Early 19th Century mahogany bowfront chest
H 40.5 in W 40.25 in D 21 in
Highly Decorative Early 19th Century Flame Mahogany and Inlaid Bowfront Chest
Located in Martlesham, GB
A highly decorative early 19th Century flame mahogany and inlaid bowfront chest of drawers, the
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Antique 1830s British William IV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century burr walnut chest of drawers circa 1880. Good quality slight bowfront chest of
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

English Painted Five Drawer Chest
Located in Bradenton, FL
19th Century English painted bowfront chest of drawers with wooden handles. Chest features two
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Antique 19th Century English Early Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

English Painted Five Drawer Chest
English Painted Five Drawer Chest
H 41 in W 40.25 in D 19.5 in
18th Century inlaid mahogany chest
Located in Martlesham, GB
A fabulous quality 18th Century inlaid mahogany bowfront chest of drawers, having a lovely figured
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Antique 1790s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Alligator

18th Century inlaid mahogany chest
18th Century inlaid mahogany chest
H 38 in W 37 in D 21 in
19th Century bowfront oak chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century bowfront oak chest of drawers circa 1880. Fine quality robust chest of drawers made
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

19th Century bowfront oak chest of drawers
19th Century bowfront oak chest of drawers
H 36.6 in W 40.75 in D 21.5 in
20th century bowfront mahogany chest of drawers by Adam Richwood
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Good quality mahogany chest of drawers by well known English furniture makers Adam Richwood of
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Late 20th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Georgian Bowfront Chest
Located in Westwood, NJ
Georgian style bowfront chest with four self-closing drawers and hand-cast polished brass flourish
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Georgian Commodes and Chests of...

Materials

Wood

Georgian Bowfront Chest
Georgian Bowfront Chest
H 34 in W 40 in D 18.25 in
Early 20th C. American Empire BowFront Flame Mahogany Chest on Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A gorgeous, rare Early 20th Century American Empire Bow Front Flame Mahogany chest on chest of
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Early 20th Century American American Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

American Moses Mellen Boston Federal Bowfront Chest with 4 Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
American Moses Mellen Boston Federal Bowfront Chest with 4 Drawers and Turned Legs, Early 19th
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Antique 19th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Georgian Burl Bowfront Chest
Located in Westwood, NJ
English Burl Bowfront Chest with four drawers and hand-cast polished brass flourish hardware. With
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Georgian Commodes and Chests of...

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Wood, Burl

Georgian Burl Bowfront Chest
Georgian Burl Bowfront Chest
H 34 in W 40 in D 18.25 in
Georgian Bowfront Mahogany Chest
Located in Westwood, NJ
Georgian style bowfront chest with four self-closing drawers and hand-cast polished brass flourish
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Georgian Commodes and Chests of...

Materials

Wood

Georgian Bowfront Mahogany Chest
Georgian Bowfront Mahogany Chest
H 34 in W 40 in D 18.25 in
19th Century English Mahogany Bowfront Chest with String Inlay, 5 Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th Century English Mahogany Bowfront Chest with String Inlay, 5 Drawers & Splay Feet
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

New England Cherry Bowfront Chest with Graduating 4 Drawers, String Inlay
Located in Atlanta, GA
New England Cherry Bowfront Chest with Graduating 4 Drawers, String Inlay and Ogee Feet, ca. 1790
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Antique 1790s Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cherry

Late George III Mahogany Bowfront Chest on Chest
Located in Stamford, CT
19th century late george III Mahogany bowfront chest on chest A flame Mahogany chest on chest
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Antique 1860s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Exquisite Antique English Inlaid Flame Mahog. Hepp. Style Bowfront Chest of Dwrs
By George Hepplewhite
Located in Charleston, SC
rosewood inlaid bookmatched flame or crotch mahogany Bowfront two short over three long drawers with
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Antique Early 19th Century English Hepplewhite Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Mahogany, Satinwood

Regency Mahogany Bow Front Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
An English Regency style mahogany, flame veneered and walnut banded chest of drawers, the bowfront
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Regency Commodes and Chests of ...

Materials

Wood

English 19th Century Bowfront Chest with String Inlay & Splayed Feet
Located in Atlanta, GA
English 19th Century Bowfront Chest with String Inlay & Splayed Feet
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Early 19th Century English Sheraton Bowfront Chest with Splay Feet
Located in Atlanta, GA
Sheraton mahogany and satinwood chest with bow front, four (4) drawers, and splayed feet, England
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Antique Early 19th Century English Sheraton Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany, Satinwood

THEODORE ALEXANDER Rep•li•ca Burl Walnut Chippendale Bowfront Bachelor Chest
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Chippendale style bachelor chest by Theodore Alexander, from their Rep•li•ca Collection. Burl
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Chippendale Commodes and Chests...

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Brass

Pair of Faux Bamaboo Chests oF Drawers, French 19th Century
Located in South Salem, NY
These exquisite bowfront French chests of drawers effortlessly fuse timeless elegance with a
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Antique Late 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Two-over-two Mahogany Bowfront Chest with Original Feet and Brasses
Located in Port Chester, NY
An antique bowfront mahogany bureau from England. Note the dramatic veneer around the tea-caddy top
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Antique Early 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany Chest Of Drawers With Writing Table Circa 1800
Located in Brussels, Brussels
a fine bowfront mahogany chest of drawers circa 1800 English chest with a writing table below the
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Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

George IV Mahogany Bowfront Chest, Splayed Feet, Druce & Co, English, ca. 1830
Located in Banner Elk, NC
A George IV Period Bowfront Chest in Figured mahogany, with four graduated and cock-beaded drawers
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Antique 1810s English George IV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

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Bowfront Chest Of Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of bowfront chest of drawers is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and hardwood, all bowfront chest of drawers available were constructed with great care. We have 162 antique and vintage bowfront chest of drawers in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Bowfront 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. Georgian, Regency and Victorian bowfront chest of drawers are consistently popular styles. There have been many well-made bowfront chest of drawers over the years, but those made by Ole Wanscher, Baker Furniture Company and Bodafors are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Bowfront Chest Of Drawers?

Bowfront chest of drawers can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $3,600, while the lowest priced sells for $795 and the highest can go for as much as $15,000.

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 Bowfront Chest Of Drawers
  • 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
    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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.

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