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A George I Walnut & Burr Elm Chest on Stand
A George I Walnut & Burr Elm Chest on Stand

A George I Walnut & Burr Elm Chest on Stand

$10,152

H 63.39 in W 35.04 in D 21.07 in

A George I Walnut & Burr Elm Chest on Stand

Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB

A superb early Georgian tallboy or chest on stand with key, dating from early 1700s. The upper

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Antique 1710s European George I Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Rare 17th Century William and Mary Bur Elm Chest of drawers, circa 1685
Rare 17th Century William and Mary Bur Elm Chest of drawers, circa 1685

Rare 17th Century William and Mary Bur Elm Chest of drawers, circa 1685

$12,179

H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in

Rare 17th Century William and Mary Bur Elm Chest of drawers, circa 1685

Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

A Rare William & Mary Burr Elm Chest of Drawers England, circa 1690 Veneered throughout in

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Antique 17th Century British William and Mary Commodes and Chests of Dra...

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Brass, Steel

Swedish mid 20th century elm and burr fitted chest of drawers
Swedish mid 20th century elm and burr fitted chest of drawers

Swedish mid 20th century elm and burr fitted chest of drawers

$2,564

H 24.5 in W 43.25 in D 18.75 in

Swedish mid 20th century elm and burr fitted chest of drawers

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Swedish mid 20th century elm and burr fitted chest of drawers circa 1960. Stunning chest of

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Walnut, Pine

R Crosby & Son Victorian Burr Elm Wellington Chest of Drawers 160 Crests Seal
R Crosby & Son Victorian Burr Elm Wellington Chest of Drawers 160 Crests Seal

R Crosby & Son Victorian Burr Elm Wellington Chest of Drawers 160 Crests Seal

$16,238

H 52.96 in W 33.08 in D 20.48 in

R Crosby & Son Victorian Burr Elm Wellington Chest of Drawers 160 Crests Seal

By Crosby & Sons

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Aesthetic Movement, Burr Elm and Oak Wellington Chest of Drawers housing 160 Sulphur casts of Royal and

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Antique 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Commodes and Chests of D...

Materials

Elm, Oak

Late Eighteenth Century French Walnut & Burr Elm commode
Late Eighteenth Century French Walnut & Burr Elm commode

Late Eighteenth Century French Walnut & Burr Elm commode

$6,633

H 33 in W 51 in D 26 in

Late Eighteenth Century French Walnut & Burr Elm commode

By Regency

Located in Tetbury, GB

columns raised on turned tapering feet. The drawers are unusual with rare burr elm drawer fronts all

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Antique Late 18th Century French Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Walnut

Mid century elm and burr small sideboard by Tingstroms
Mid century elm and burr small sideboard by Tingstroms

Mid century elm and burr small sideboard by Tingstroms

$2,294

H 24.6 in W 37.75 in D 16.25 in

Mid century elm and burr small sideboard by Tingstroms

By Tingströms

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Mid century elm and burr small sideboard by Tingstroms circa 1960. Fine quality well made piece by

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birch, Elm

Rare Early 18th Century Louis XV Provincial Burr Elm Mazarin Commode
Rare Early 18th Century Louis XV Provincial Burr Elm Mazarin Commode

Rare Early 18th Century Louis XV Provincial Burr Elm Mazarin Commode

$10,626

H 32.49 in W 48.04 in D 27.56 in

Rare Early 18th Century Louis XV Provincial Burr Elm Mazarin Commode

Located in Benington, Herts

A rare early 18th Century Louis XV provincial burr elm shaped front mazarin commode of excellent

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Antique Early 18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Fruitwood

Rare Early 18th Century Louis XV Provincial Burr Elm Mazarin Commode
Rare Early 18th Century Louis XV Provincial Burr Elm Mazarin Commode

Rare Early 18th Century Louis XV Provincial Burr Elm Mazarin Commode

$12,752

H 32.49 in W 48.04 in D 27.56 in

Rare Early 18th Century Louis XV Provincial Burr Elm Mazarin Commode

Located in Benington, Herts

A rare early 18th century Louis XV provincial burr elm shaped front mazarin commode of excellent

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Antique 1710s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Fruitwood

GEORGiAN STYLE BURL ELM BACHERLORS CHEST OF DRAWERS ON BRACKET FEET
GEORGiAN STYLE BURL ELM BACHERLORS CHEST OF DRAWERS ON BRACKET FEET

GEORGiAN STYLE BURL ELM BACHERLORS CHEST OF DRAWERS ON BRACKET FEET

$1,692

H 30.32 in W 30.32 in D 18.51 in

GEORGiAN STYLE BURL ELM BACHERLORS CHEST OF DRAWERS ON BRACKET FEET

Located in Pulborough, GB

made from high-quality burr elm, showcasing rich, swirling grain patterns that bring warmth and

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20th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Lovely Chinese Burr & Burl Elm Apothecary Chest of Drawers with Cupboard Base
Lovely Chinese Burr & Burl Elm Apothecary Chest of Drawers with Cupboard Base

Lovely Chinese Burr & Burl Elm Apothecary Chest of Drawers with Cupboard Base

$1,827

H 22.84 in W 30.32 in D 14.18 in

Lovely Chinese Burr & Burl Elm Apothecary Chest of Drawers with Cupboard Base

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely small Apothecary Burl Elm Chinese chest of drawers

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Furniture

Materials

Elm

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Early 18th Century William and Mary Burr Elm Chest on Stand
Early 18th Century William and Mary Burr Elm Chest on Stand

Early 18th Century William and Mary Burr Elm Chest on Stand

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H 66.25 in W 41.75 in D 23 in

Early 18th Century William and Mary Burr Elm Chest on Stand

Located in London, GB

A beautifully patinated William and Mary burr elm chest on stand; the chest having a cross grain

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Antique Early 1700s English William and Mary Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Late 17th Century William & Mary Burr Elm, Walnut and Oak Chest on Stand
Late 17th Century William & Mary Burr Elm, Walnut and Oak Chest on Stand

Late 17th Century William & Mary Burr Elm, Walnut and Oak Chest on Stand

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H 55.12 in W 37.41 in D 20.87 in

Late 17th Century William & Mary Burr Elm, Walnut and Oak Chest on Stand

Located in Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire

A late 17th century William & Mary burr elm, walnut and oak chest on stand, the slab veneers

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Antique 1690s English William and Mary Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Oak, Walnut

Pair Early 20th Century English Burr Elm Chests
Pair Early 20th Century English Burr Elm Chests

Pair Early 20th Century English Burr Elm Chests

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H 30.5 in W 40 in D 22.5 in

Pair Early 20th Century English Burr Elm Chests

Located in Troy, MI

Circa 1900 pair of three drawer English burr elm chests with original brass hardware. These

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Early 20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique Burr Elm Chest on Chest of Drawers
Antique Burr Elm Chest on Chest of Drawers

Antique Burr Elm Chest on Chest of Drawers

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H 64 in W 33 in D 19 in

Antique Burr Elm Chest on Chest of Drawers

Located in London, GB

Antique George III style burr elm chest on chest with a wonderful color and in excellent condition

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Early 20th Century Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Antique Georgian Style Burr Elm Chest of Drawers
Antique Georgian Style Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

Antique Georgian Style Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

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H 29 in W 18 in D 15 in

Antique Georgian Style Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

Located in London, GB

A smart and very well made burr elm chest of drawers, in the antique Georgian style & dating from

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Vintage 1950s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Antique Georgian Style Burr Elm Chest on Chest
Antique Georgian Style Burr Elm Chest on Chest

Antique Georgian Style Burr Elm Chest on Chest

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H 64 in W 33 in D 19 in

Antique Georgian Style Burr Elm Chest on Chest

Located in London, GB

A magnificent burr elm chest on chest, in the antique Georgian style. This was made in England, it

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Vintage 1950s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

18th Century English Burr Elm Chest of Drawers
18th Century English Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

18th Century English Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

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H 36.5 in W 38.75 in D 20 in

18th Century English Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

Located in High Point, NC

Rare 18th century English burled elm chest of drawers with mulberry banding. Three small drawers

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Antique 18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

George II Period Burr Elm Chest of Drawers
George II Period Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

George II Period Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

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H 35.5 in W 39.5 in D 20 in

George II Period Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

Located in Harrodsburg, KY

A George II period chest of drawers veneered in burr elm with contrasting line inlay to the top and

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Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Large 1940s Italian Burr Elm Chest of Drawers
Large 1940s Italian Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

Large 1940s Italian Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

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H 30.32 in W 66.93 in D 19.69 in

Large 1940s Italian Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

Located in London, GB

A large burr elm and partly ebonized chest of drawers the six long drawers opening with brass

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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Stunning Burr Elm Chest of Drawers with Oversized Military Campaign Handles
Stunning Burr Elm Chest of Drawers with Oversized Military Campaign Handles

Stunning Burr Elm Chest of Drawers with Oversized Military Campaign Handles

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H 36.82 in W 27.96 in D 15.75 in

Stunning Burr Elm Chest of Drawers with Oversized Military Campaign Handles

By Theodore Alexander

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning military campaign style burr elm Theodore

Category

20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

SUPER FiNE FULLY RESTORED ANTIQUE GEORGIAN CIRCA 1780 BURR ELM CHEST OF DRAWERs
SUPER FiNE FULLY RESTORED ANTIQUE GEORGIAN CIRCA 1780 BURR ELM CHEST OF DRAWERs

SUPER FiNE FULLY RESTORED ANTIQUE GEORGIAN CIRCA 1780 BURR ELM CHEST OF DRAWERs

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H 30.12 in W 25.79 in D 18.12 in

SUPER FiNE FULLY RESTORED ANTIQUE GEORGIAN CIRCA 1780 BURR ELM CHEST OF DRAWERs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

1780-1800 George III Fully restored Burr Elm small chest of drawers Please note the delivery fee

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Antique 1780s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Rare 1830 Charles X Burr Elm Chest of Drawers Commode with Marble Top Ornate
Rare 1830 Charles X Burr Elm Chest of Drawers Commode with Marble Top Ornate

Rare 1830 Charles X Burr Elm Chest of Drawers Commode with Marble Top Ornate

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H 35.04 in W 44.1 in D 21.86 in

Rare 1830 Charles X Burr Elm Chest of Drawers Commode with Marble Top Ornate

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale stunning 1830 Charles X Burr Elm with marble top chest of

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Antique Early 19th Century French Charles X Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Vintage Burr Elm Chest of Drawers & Pair of Lamp Wine Side End Tables Burl Suite
Vintage Burr Elm Chest of Drawers & Pair of Lamp Wine Side End Tables Burl Suite

Vintage Burr Elm Chest of Drawers & Pair of Lamp Wine Side End Tables Burl Suite

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H 39.97 in W 30.12 in D 17.92 in

Vintage Burr Elm Chest of Drawers & Pair of Lamp Wine Side End Tables Burl Suite

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Burr Elm drawers Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only

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20th Century English Modern Bedroom Sets

Materials

Elm

Art Deco Burr Elm Skyscraper Chest of Drawers
Art Deco Burr Elm Skyscraper Chest of Drawers

Art Deco Burr Elm Skyscraper Chest of Drawers

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H 49 in W 29 in D 18 in

Art Deco Burr Elm Skyscraper Chest of Drawers

Located in Barnstaple, GB

A beautiful Art Deco Burr Elm Art Deco Skyscraper Chest of drawers. This particular chest is

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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chrome

Pair of Antique Burr Elm Georgian Style Side Chests
Pair of Antique Burr Elm Georgian Style Side Chests

Pair of Antique Burr Elm Georgian Style Side Chests

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H 28.75 in W 24.41 in D 16.15 in

Pair of Antique Burr Elm Georgian Style Side Chests

Located in London, GB

An exceptional pair of antique burr elm Georgian style side chests. They were made in England, they

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Antique Early 1900s British Sheraton Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers
Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers

Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers

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H 49.22 in W 29.14 in D 18.12 in

Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers

Located in London, GB

A stunning Art Deco burr elm and walnut chest of drawers, this was made in England and dates from

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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers
Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers

Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers

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H 49.22 in W 29.14 in D 16.93 in

Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers

Located in London, GB

A stunning Art Deco burr elm and walnut chest of drawers, this was made in England and dates from

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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Walnut

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Elm and Burr Chest of Drawers
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Elm and Burr Chest of Drawers

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Elm and Burr Chest of Drawers

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H 25.25 in W 38.5 in D 18 in

Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Elm and Burr Chest of Drawers

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Mid-20th century Scandinavian elm and burr chest of drawers, circa 1950. Deco inspired 3-drawer

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Antique English Inlaid Burr Elm Queen Anne Revival Bachelor's Chest
Antique English Inlaid Burr Elm Queen Anne Revival Bachelor's Chest

Antique English Inlaid Burr Elm Queen Anne Revival Bachelor's Chest

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H 31.25 in W 37.5 in D 20.75 in

Antique English Inlaid Burr Elm Queen Anne Revival Bachelor's Chest

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

Superb quality antique English inlaid burr elm Queen Anne Revival Bachelor's chest. The Queen Anne

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

1930s Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers
1930s Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers

1930s Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers

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H 49 in W 29 in D 17 in

1930s Art Deco Burr Elm and Walnut Chest of Drawers

Located in London, GB

combination of burr elm on the drawer fronts and top, with figured walnut sides and edges. The original

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Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Walnut

Antique English Burr Elm Oyster Veneer Queen Anne Revival Bachelor's Chest
Antique English Burr Elm Oyster Veneer Queen Anne Revival Bachelor's Chest

Antique English Burr Elm Oyster Veneer Queen Anne Revival Bachelor's Chest

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H 3.25 in W 29.75 in D 19.88 in

Antique English Burr Elm Oyster Veneer Queen Anne Revival Bachelor's Chest

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

Rare and fine antique English burr elm oyster veneer queen Anne revival bachelor's chest with

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

18th Century English Burr Elm and Laburnum Antique Chest of Drawers
18th Century English Burr Elm and Laburnum Antique Chest of Drawers

18th Century English Burr Elm and Laburnum Antique Chest of Drawers

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H 35.5 in W 38 in D 21.5 in

18th Century English Burr Elm and Laburnum Antique Chest of Drawers

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

A delightful and rare early 18th century Georgian burr Elm and laburnum chest having superbly

Category

Antique Early 18th Century English George I Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Swedish mid 20th century elm and burr fitted chest of drawers
Swedish mid 20th century elm and burr fitted chest of drawers

Swedish mid 20th century elm and burr fitted chest of drawers

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H 24.5 in W 43.25 in D 18.75 in

Swedish mid 20th century elm and burr fitted chest of drawers

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Swedish mid 20th century elm and burr fitted chest of drawers circa 1960. Stunning chest of

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Swedish Mid 20th Century Elm and Burr Fitted Chest of Drawers
Swedish Mid 20th Century Elm and Burr Fitted Chest of Drawers

Swedish Mid 20th Century Elm and Burr Fitted Chest of Drawers

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H 24.5 in W 43.25 in D 18.75 in

Swedish Mid 20th Century Elm and Burr Fitted Chest of Drawers

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Swedish mid 20th century elm and burr fitted chest of drawers circa 1960. Stunning chest of

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Burl

A Swedish Bombe Burr Elm Commode.
A Swedish Bombe Burr Elm Commode.

A Swedish Bombe Burr Elm Commode.

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H 31.11 in W 44.1 in D 20.48 in

A Swedish Bombe Burr Elm Commode.

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

A fine Swedish Rococo period bombe commode with parquetry work in burr Elm and Elm, lovely small

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Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Antique English Inlaid Burr Elm Queen Anne Style Chest with Leathered Slide
Antique English Inlaid Burr Elm Queen Anne Style Chest with Leathered Slide

Antique English Inlaid Burr Elm Queen Anne Style Chest with Leathered Slide

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H 37.75 in W 34.75 in D 21.75 in

Antique English Inlaid Burr Elm Queen Anne Style Chest with Leathered Slide

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

Fabulous and rare antique English inlaid burr elm Queen Anne style chest of drawers with brushing

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Antique Late 18th Century English Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

EXQUISITE PAIR OF ViNTAGE BURR ELM SIDEBOARDS OR BANK / CHESTS OF DRAWERS
EXQUISITE PAIR OF ViNTAGE BURR ELM SIDEBOARDS OR BANK / CHESTS OF DRAWERS

EXQUISITE PAIR OF ViNTAGE BURR ELM SIDEBOARDS OR BANK / CHESTS OF DRAWERS

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H 34.06 in W 63.39 in D 19.69 in

EXQUISITE PAIR OF ViNTAGE BURR ELM SIDEBOARDS OR BANK / CHESTS OF DRAWERS

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

vintage, Burr Elm sideboard banks of drawers which sublime timber patina Please note the delivery fee

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20th Century English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Antique English Inlaid Highly Figured Burr Elm Mule or Double Chest or Server
Antique English Inlaid Highly Figured Burr Elm Mule or Double Chest or Server

Antique English Inlaid Highly Figured Burr Elm Mule or Double Chest or Server

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H 34 in W 63.5 in D 22.5 in

Antique English Inlaid Highly Figured Burr Elm Mule or Double Chest or Server

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

figured burr elm with crossbanded inlays. Gorgeous ogee feet. Perfect size for a server/sideboard.

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Antique Mid-19th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

ViNTAGE 2 OVER 4 BURR ELM MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS LOVELY AND TALL
ViNTAGE 2 OVER 4 BURR ELM MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS LOVELY AND TALL

ViNTAGE 2 OVER 4 BURR ELM MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS LOVELY AND TALL

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H 40.95 in W 36.03 in D 17.72 in

ViNTAGE 2 OVER 4 BURR ELM MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS LOVELY AND TALL

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Campaign chest of drawers in Elm with the rare two over four formation Please note the delivery fee

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Vintage 1940s English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Fine Louis XVI Burr Elm Commode
Fine Louis XVI Burr Elm Commode

Fine Louis XVI Burr Elm Commode

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H 36.62 in W 50.01 in D 24.41 in

Fine Louis XVI Burr Elm Commode

Located in London, GB

A fine late eighteenth century burr elm commode with graduated drawers, fine figuring and brass

Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Burr Elm and Fruitwood Louis XVI Commode
Burr Elm and Fruitwood Louis XVI Commode

Burr Elm and Fruitwood Louis XVI Commode

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H 33.08 in W 48.82 in D 24.02 in

Burr Elm and Fruitwood Louis XVI Commode

Located in London, GB

A burr elm and fruitwood, gilt metal mounted, Louis XVI three drawer commode.

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Antique Late 18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Pair of Chests of Drawers Art Deco Style Burr Elm Veneers English, circa 1970
Pair of Chests of Drawers Art Deco Style Burr Elm Veneers English, circa 1970

Pair of Chests of Drawers Art Deco Style Burr Elm Veneers English, circa 1970

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H 34.26 in W 47.25 in L 34.26 in

Pair of Chests of Drawers Art Deco Style Burr Elm Veneers English, circa 1970

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

A pair of Art Deco style chests of drawers with burr elm veneers surrounding entire chests

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Vintage 1930s British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Burr Elm 18th Century French Louis XV Bombe Shaped Commode
Burr Elm 18th Century French Louis XV Bombe Shaped Commode

Burr Elm 18th Century French Louis XV Bombe Shaped Commode

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H 32.29 in W 49.02 in L 32.29 in

Burr Elm 18th Century French Louis XV Bombe Shaped Commode

Located in Benington, Herts

A finely shaped, rare burr and figured elm French Louis XV commode dating to the mid-18th century

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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Oak

19th Century Swedish Burr Root Chest of Drawers Commode
19th Century Swedish Burr Root Chest of Drawers Commode

19th Century Swedish Burr Root Chest of Drawers Commode

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H 34.75 in W 45 in D 20.75 in

19th Century Swedish Burr Root Chest of Drawers Commode

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Stunning three-drawer chest of drawers, circa 1840. Using burr veneers with birch strung with

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Antique Mid-19th Century European Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Antique Burr Elm Military Campaign Style Side Chest
Antique Burr Elm Military Campaign Style Side Chest

Antique Burr Elm Military Campaign Style Side Chest

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H 24 in W 13 in L 24 in

Antique Burr Elm Military Campaign Style Side Chest

Located in London, GB

stunning burr elm grain patterns throughout, offset by beautiful brass corners and sunken brass military

Category

Vintage 1950s English Campaign Night Stands

Materials

Elm

SUiTE OF BURR ELM BEDROOM CHEST OF DRAWERS & PAIR OF BEDSIDE TABLE NIGHTSTANDS
SUiTE OF BURR ELM BEDROOM CHEST OF DRAWERS & PAIR OF BEDSIDE TABLE NIGHTSTANDS

SUiTE OF BURR ELM BEDROOM CHEST OF DRAWERS & PAIR OF BEDSIDE TABLE NIGHTSTANDS

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H 39.77 in W 39.77 in D 17.72 in

SUiTE OF BURR ELM BEDROOM CHEST OF DRAWERS & PAIR OF BEDSIDE TABLE NIGHTSTANDS

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Frank Hudson Burr Elm bedroom furniture to include a large two over three chest of drawers and pair of

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20th Century English Victorian Bedroom Sets

Materials

Elm

Mid 20th Century Burr Elm Chest of Drawers
Mid 20th Century Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

Mid 20th Century Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

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H 28.3 in W 39.5 in D 16.75 in

Mid 20th Century Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Mid 20th century burr elm chest of drawers circa 1950. Scandinavian mid century chest

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Burl

20th Century Scandinavian Burr Elm Chest of Drawers
20th Century Scandinavian Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

20th Century Scandinavian Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

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H 26 in W 37.25 in D 16.6 in

20th Century Scandinavian Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Stunning Scandinavian elm shaped chest of drawers, circa 1950. Three-drawer chest of drawers

Category

Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

MATCHING PAIR OF ELEGANT LiGHT BURR ELM CHEST OF DRAWERS COMMODE BRASS HANDLES
MATCHING PAIR OF ELEGANT LiGHT BURR ELM CHEST OF DRAWERS COMMODE BRASS HANDLES

MATCHING PAIR OF ELEGANT LiGHT BURR ELM CHEST OF DRAWERS COMMODE BRASS HANDLES

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H 30.32 in W 29.93 in D 18.51 in

MATCHING PAIR OF ELEGANT LiGHT BURR ELM CHEST OF DRAWERS COMMODE BRASS HANDLES

Located in Pulborough, GB

Antiques of London Beautifully crafted pair of mid-century French-style burl elm chests dating

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20th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Stunning Small Burr Elm Chest of Drawers Lamp End Wine Bed Side Table Sized
Stunning Small Burr Elm Chest of Drawers Lamp End Wine Bed Side Table Sized

Stunning Small Burr Elm Chest of Drawers Lamp End Wine Bed Side Table Sized

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H 24.22 in W 17.92 in D 13.19 in

Stunning Small Burr Elm Chest of Drawers Lamp End Wine Bed Side Table Sized

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for auction this very nice vintage Burr Elm small chest of drawers made

Category

20th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Pair of Antique Burr Elm Bedside Chests
Pair of Antique Burr Elm Bedside Chests

Pair of Antique Burr Elm Bedside Chests

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H 25.99 in W 18.9 in D 14.97 in

Pair of Antique Burr Elm Bedside Chests

Located in London, GB

A smart and extremely well made pair of antique burr elm bedside chests. They were made in England

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Vintage 1950s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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VINTAGE BURR ELM MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS WiTH PULL OUT BUTLER TRAY
VINTAGE BURR ELM MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS WiTH PULL OUT BUTLER TRAY

VINTAGE BURR ELM MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS WiTH PULL OUT BUTLER TRAY

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H 27.96 in W 36.62 in D 17.33 in

VINTAGE BURR ELM MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS WiTH PULL OUT BUTLER TRAY

Located in Pulborough, GB

. The chest is crafted from gorgeous Burr Elm wood, known for its rich, intricate grain patterns and

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20th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Late 18th Century Inlaid Burr Elm Rococo Commode
Late 18th Century Inlaid Burr Elm Rococo Commode

Late 18th Century Inlaid Burr Elm Rococo Commode

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H 31.5 in W 41.6 in D 22.75 in

Late 18th Century Inlaid Burr Elm Rococo Commode

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Glorious Rococo period elm commode circa 1780. Bowfront shaped 3-drawer chest. Shaped over

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Stunning Pair of Burr & Burl Walnut & Elm Bedside, Side Table Chest of Drawers
Stunning Pair of Burr & Burl Walnut & Elm Bedside, Side Table Chest of Drawers

Stunning Pair of Burr & Burl Walnut & Elm Bedside, Side Table Chest of Drawers

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H 25.79 in W 25.99 in D 14.18 in

Stunning Pair of Burr & Burl Walnut & Elm Bedside, Side Table Chest of Drawers

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite pair of made in England burr & burl walnut & elm

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20th Century English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

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Antique Burr Elm Chest on Stand
Antique Burr Elm Chest on Stand

Antique Burr Elm Chest on Stand

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H 63 in W 33 in D 19.25 in

Antique Burr Elm Chest on Stand

Located in Salisbury, Wiltshire

Antique burr elm chest on stand Here we have this magnificent Antique burr-elm chest on stand, in

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Antique Late 19th Century Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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English Queen Anne Oak and Burr Elm Chest from Country Estate, circa 1710
English Queen Anne Oak and Burr Elm Chest from Country Estate, circa 1710

English Queen Anne Oak and Burr Elm Chest from Country Estate, circa 1710

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H 37 in W 37.5 in L 37 in

English Queen Anne Oak and Burr Elm Chest from Country Estate, circa 1710

Located in Salisbury, Wiltshire

Queen Anne oak and burr elm chest This Queen Anne oak and burr elm chest was made circa 1700

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Antique Burr Elm Chest of Drawers
Antique Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

Antique Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

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H 36.6 in W 36.2 in D 18.9 in

Antique Burr Elm Chest of Drawers

Located in Chelmsford, GB

Fine quality rare burr Elm and oak chest of drawers circa 1900 . The chest has a very unusual

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Antique Early 1900s British Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

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Small George II Oak and Burr Elm Chest on Chest c. 1740
Small George II Oak and Burr Elm Chest on Chest c. 1740

Small George II Oak and Burr Elm Chest on Chest c. 1740

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H 42 in W 30 in D 18 in

Small George II Oak and Burr Elm Chest on Chest c. 1740

Located in Heathfield, GB

A very good country made oak and burr elm chest on chest of small proportions and with a

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Antique 18th Century George II Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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French Burr Elm Commode
French Burr Elm Commode

French Burr Elm Commode

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H 32.5 in W 47.5 in D 24.5 in

French Burr Elm Commode

Located in London, GB

An early 19th century burr elm three drawer commode with lion mask ring handles and paw feet.

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French burr elm Louis Philippe commode
French burr elm Louis Philippe commode

French burr elm Louis Philippe commode

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H 39 in W 50 in D 22 in

French burr elm Louis Philippe commode

Located in Pasadena, CA

French burr elm & walnut Louis Philippe commode with 4 drawers + 1 secret drawer below & rose

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Louis XVI Walnut and Burr Elm Commode
Louis XVI Walnut and Burr Elm Commode

Louis XVI Walnut and Burr Elm Commode

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H 34 in W 48.5 in D 22.5 in

Louis XVI Walnut and Burr Elm Commode

Located in London, GB

A late 18th century Walnut and burr elm commode, having three drawers with the veneered panels

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19th Century Bleached Burr Elm French Commode
19th Century Bleached Burr Elm French Commode

19th Century Bleached Burr Elm French Commode

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19th Century Bleached Burr Elm French Commode

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

bleached burr elm, with five drawers, retaining its original marble top, France.

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Elm And Walnut Crossbanded Chest Of Drawers
Elm And Walnut Crossbanded Chest Of Drawers

Elm And Walnut Crossbanded Chest Of Drawers

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H 36.23 in W 37.8 in D 20.87 in

Elm And Walnut Crossbanded Chest Of Drawers

Located in Kettering, GB

An interesting and rare elm and burr walnut crossbanded chest of drawers, dating from c. 1740, with

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Antique 18th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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18th century Queen Anne burr walnut chest of drawers
18th century Queen Anne burr walnut chest of drawers

18th century Queen Anne burr walnut chest of drawers

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H 35.44 in W 37.41 in D 22.84 in

18th century Queen Anne burr walnut chest of drawers

Located in Chelmsford, GB

Good quality 18th century Queen Anne burr walnut and elm chest of drawers . The chest has

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Antique 1740s English Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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An Attractive George I Burl-Elm Bachelors Chest
An Attractive George I Burl-Elm Bachelors Chest

An Attractive George I Burl-Elm Bachelors Chest

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H 33.5 in W 31.75 in D 18.25 in

An Attractive George I Burl-Elm Bachelors Chest

Located in New York, NY

A good George I burr elm bachelors chest with four long drawers and a leather lined brushing slide

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18th Century Louis XVI Period Burr Elm and Walnut Commode
18th Century Louis XVI Period Burr Elm and Walnut Commode

18th Century Louis XVI Period Burr Elm and Walnut Commode

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H 31.5 in W 50 in D 23 in

18th Century Louis XVI Period Burr Elm and Walnut Commode

Located in London, GB

three drawers with burr elm veneered panelling, brass lock escutcheons and handles, all raised on square

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Antique 18th Century French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut, Burl

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Burr Elm Chest For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic burr elm chest available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, elm and hardwood, every burr elm chest was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect burr elm chest — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. A burr elm chest, designed in the Georgian, Art Deco or Louis XV style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made burr elm chest over the years, but those crafted by Theodore Alexander are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Burr Elm Chest?

A burr elm chest can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,380, while the lowest priced sells for $931 and the highest can go for as much as $41,041.

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.

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