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Vintage Modern Cedar Chest/Bench by Lane Furniture
Vintage Modern Cedar Chest/Bench by Lane Furniture

Vintage Modern Cedar Chest/Bench by Lane Furniture

By Lane Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A beautiful Mid-Century Modern cedar chest with a thick padded cushion on top covered in black

Category

Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Benches

Materials

Faux Leather, Walnut

Mid Century Lane Chrome Cedar Chest
Mid Century Lane Chrome Cedar Chest

Mid Century Lane Chrome Cedar Chest

By Lane Furniture

Located in Redding, CT

Perfect for storing blankets at the foot of a mid Century Bed or even as a bench in a mudroom. It could even be used as a coffee table with storage. Comes with its original label and...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests

Materials

Chrome

Art Deco Waterfall Chest Dresser Armoire Wardrobe Cedar Chest Mirror by Tri-Bond
Art Deco Waterfall Chest Dresser Armoire Wardrobe Cedar Chest Mirror by Tri-Bond

Art Deco Waterfall Chest Dresser Armoire Wardrobe Cedar Chest Mirror by Tri-Bond

By Tri-Bond Furniture 1

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Art Deco Waterfall chest dresser armoire wardrobe cedar chest with mirror by tri-bond. Item

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut, Acrylic

Lane Mid Century Lowboy Dresser with Built in Cedar Chest
Lane Mid Century Lowboy Dresser with Built in Cedar Chest

Lane Mid Century Lowboy Dresser with Built in Cedar Chest

By Lane Furniture

Located in Franklin Park, IL

Lane Mid Century lowboy dresser with built in cedar chest Dresser measures: 66 wide x 19 deep x 32

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

19th Century 6 Drawer Cedar Chest Of Drawers
19th Century 6 Drawer Cedar Chest Of Drawers

19th Century 6 Drawer Cedar Chest Of Drawers

Located in Houston, TX

19th Century 6 Drawer Cedar Victorian Chest of Drawers with bobbin turned columns and raised block

Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Cavalier Art Deco Waterfall Cedar Chest with Side Doors, Restored
Cavalier Art Deco Waterfall Cedar Chest with Side Doors, Restored

Cavalier Art Deco Waterfall Cedar Chest with Side Doors, Restored

By Cavalier

Located in Doylestown, PA

Art Deco waterfall cedar blanket chest by Cavalier Furniture. The chest has been refinished to

Category

Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Blanket Chests

Materials

Mahogany, Cedar

Lane Mahogany Cedar Blanket Chest
Lane Mahogany Cedar Blanket Chest

Lane Mahogany Cedar Blanket Chest

By Lane Furniture

Located in Germantown, MD

Lane Altavista Cedar chest in excellent condition. Cedar chest in the Chippendale style featuring

Category

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

Materials

Brass, Other

Midcentury Cedar Blanket Chest Storage Cabinet by Altavista, Lane Furniture
Midcentury Cedar Blanket Chest Storage Cabinet by Altavista, Lane Furniture

Midcentury Cedar Blanket Chest Storage Cabinet by Altavista, Lane Furniture

By Lane Furniture

Located in West Hartford, CT

Iconic signed Lane Altavista cedar chest where top opens to a cedar storage compartment large

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests

Materials

Teak, Walnut, Cedar

Early 20th Century Chinese Red Lacquer Chest
Early 20th Century Chinese Red Lacquer Chest

Early 20th Century Chinese Red Lacquer Chest

Located in Chicago, IL

A red lacquer chest featuring two drawers and two doors. This cedar chest is c. 1900 from Jiangsu

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

A mid century cedar wood blanket chest by Lane, circa 1960
A mid century cedar wood blanket chest by Lane, circa 1960

A mid century cedar wood blanket chest by Lane, circa 1960

By Lane Furniture

Located in View Park, CA

A mid century modern cedar wood blanket chest by Lane Furniture, circa 1960. Hand-crafted in

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests

Materials

Metal

Vintage Restored Lane Acclaim Petite Chest / Storage Bench
Vintage Restored Lane Acclaim Petite Chest / Storage Bench

Vintage Restored Lane Acclaim Petite Chest / Storage Bench

By Lane Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

343” x 17” x 21”H Gorgeous Lane Acclaim cedar chest in a slightly smaller size. Features the

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests

Materials

Walnut

Mid Century Paneled Chest by Lane
Mid Century Paneled Chest by Lane

Mid Century Paneled Chest by Lane

By Lane Furniture

Located in Redding, CT

Mid Century Paneled Chest by Lane. Technically this is a cedar chest but would make a great piece

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas

Materials

Metal

Acme Red Cedar Blanket Chest
Acme Red Cedar Blanket Chest

Acme Red Cedar Blanket Chest

Located in Astoria, NY

Acme Red Cedar Blanket Chest, "Acme Chests / South Bend Illinois" plaque label inside, with brass

Category

Early 20th Century American American Classical Blanket Chests

Materials

Cedar

Lane Furniture  First Edition Cedar Blanket Chest
Lane Furniture  First Edition Cedar Blanket Chest

Lane Furniture First Edition Cedar Blanket Chest

By Lane Furniture

Located in Fulton, CA

1960's Mid-Century Modern cedar blanket chest by Lane Furniture "First Edition" series. Walnut

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests

Materials

Walnut, Cedar

Folk Art Cedar Blanket Chest
Folk Art Cedar Blanket Chest

Folk Art Cedar Blanket Chest

Located in San Diego, CA

Studio crafted, handmade blanket chest. Stack laminated solid cedar construction in a simple 19th

Category

Vintage 1940s American Folk Art Blanket Chests

18 Century Pennsylvania Cherrywood and Cedar Blanket Chest
18 Century Pennsylvania Cherrywood and Cedar Blanket Chest

18 Century Pennsylvania Cherrywood and Cedar Blanket Chest

Located in Dallas, TX

cherrywood and cedar blanket chest. This chest is of simple form and construction, in the Shaker Style. The

Category

Antique Late 18th Century American Federal Blanket Chests

Materials

Cherry, Cedar

Cedar and Pine Tansu Chest, Japan, circa 1890
Cedar and Pine Tansu Chest, Japan, circa 1890

Cedar and Pine Tansu Chest, Japan, circa 1890

Located in Culver City, CA

Cedar and Pine Tansu Chest Japan, circa 1890 34.25”l x 18”d x 38.25”h.

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar, Pine

Edo Period Tansu Chest in Cedar and Forged Iron
Edo Period Tansu Chest in Cedar and Forged Iron

Edo Period Tansu Chest in Cedar and Forged Iron

Located in London, GB

An Edo period Tansu chest, constructed from dark heavily patinated cedar with decorative forged

Category

Antique 1840s Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century Modern Lane Furniture Cedar Blanket Chest Bench on Wheels
Mid-Century Modern Lane Furniture Cedar Blanket Chest Bench on Wheels

Mid-Century Modern Lane Furniture Cedar Blanket Chest Bench on Wheels

By Lane Furniture

Located in Wilmington, DE

Offered is a Mid-Century Modern cedar blanket chest or bench on wheels by Lane Furniture. It is

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests

Materials

Cedar

Mid-Century Modern Lane Furniture Cedar Blanket Chest Bench on Wheels
Mid-Century Modern Lane Furniture Cedar Blanket Chest Bench on Wheels

Mid-Century Modern Lane Furniture Cedar Blanket Chest Bench on Wheels

By Lane Furniture

Located in Wilmington, DE

Offered is a Mid-Century Modern cedar blanket chest or bench on wheels by Lane Furniture. It is

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests

Materials

Cedar

Mid-Century Modern Heywood Wakefield Style Cedar Mule Chest by Lane
Mid-Century Modern Heywood Wakefield Style Cedar Mule Chest by Lane

Mid-Century Modern Heywood Wakefield Style Cedar Mule Chest by Lane

By Heywood-Wakefield Co.

Located in Big Flats, NY

exterior finish with lift top opening to reveal cedar lined chest having two faux drawers over one long

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Cedar Tansu Chest of Drawers, Edo Period, Late 18th Century
Japanese Cedar Tansu Chest of Drawers, Edo Period, Late 18th Century

Japanese Cedar Tansu Chest of Drawers, Edo Period, Late 18th Century

Located in New York, NY

A seven-drawer Japanese Tansu chest in cedar and elm wood. Edo Period, circa 1780. Original trim

Category

Antique 1780s Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Cedar

Vintage MCM Lane Cedar Blanket Chest With Tapered Legs
Vintage MCM Lane Cedar Blanket Chest With Tapered Legs

Vintage MCM Lane Cedar Blanket Chest With Tapered Legs

By Lane Furniture

Located in Chicago, IL

51.25” x 17.5” x 23”H Lovely Lane blanket chest in walnut. •two faux doors on the front •open

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests

Materials

Brass

Large and Very Fine 1946 Walnut and Cedar Hope Blanket Chest by Dillingham
Large and Very Fine 1946 Walnut and Cedar Hope Blanket Chest by Dillingham

Large and Very Fine 1946 Walnut and Cedar Hope Blanket Chest by Dillingham

By Dillingham Manufacturing Company

Located in South Charleston, WV

In exquisite condition, this 44" wide chest with cedar aromas, by Dillingham, produced in 1946

Category

Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Blanket Chests

Materials

Cedar, Walnut

Massive Pine Cedar-Lined Dome-Top Trunk or Blanket Chest
Massive Pine Cedar-Lined Dome-Top Trunk or Blanket Chest

Massive Pine Cedar-Lined Dome-Top Trunk or Blanket Chest

Located in Baltimore, MD

well lined with tongue and groove boards of aromatic cedar. This is very nicely done, but can be

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Country Blanket Chests

Materials

Pine

Lane Flame Mahogany with Inlays Blanket Chest with Cedar Lining
Lane Flame Mahogany with Inlays Blanket Chest with Cedar Lining

Lane Flame Mahogany with Inlays Blanket Chest with Cedar Lining

By Lane Furniture

Located in Germantown, MD

Absolutely unique Lane Altavista flame mahogany with banded inlays blanket chest or bench with

Category

Mid-20th Century American American Empire Blanket Chests

Materials

Mahogany

Meiji Era Japanese Tansu Chest of Drawers, Cedar Wood, Wabi-Sabi 1868–1912
Meiji Era Japanese Tansu Chest of Drawers, Cedar Wood, Wabi-Sabi 1868–1912

Meiji Era Japanese Tansu Chest of Drawers, Cedar Wood, Wabi-Sabi 1868–1912

Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08

This antique chest of drawers was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868–1912). Made of Japanese cedar and

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

c.1950's Mid Century Modern Crotch Mahogany Chest Cedar Drawer
c.1950's Mid Century Modern Crotch Mahogany Chest Cedar Drawer

c.1950's Mid Century Modern Crotch Mahogany Chest Cedar Drawer

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Nice mid century modern crotch mahogany cedar compartment chest of drawers.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Driftwood Grey Mahogany Cedar-Lined Commode
Driftwood Grey Mahogany Cedar-Lined Commode

Driftwood Grey Mahogany Cedar-Lined Commode

By Cavalier

Located in Chicago, IL

Three drawer cedar-lined blanket chest by Cavalier Furniture. Dark driftwood washed finish over

Category

Vintage 1940s American Blanket Chests

Materials

Mahogany

Midcentury Lane Hollywood Regency Sunburst Lowboy Console Cabinet Credenza 1967
Midcentury Lane Hollywood Regency Sunburst Lowboy Console Cabinet Credenza 1967

Midcentury Lane Hollywood Regency Sunburst Lowboy Console Cabinet Credenza 1967

By Lane Furniture

Located in Dayton, OH

. Reminiscent of Spanish Colonial design. The Lane Company began as the Standard Red Cedar Chest Company in

Category

Vintage 1960s Hollywood Regency Credenzas

Materials

Giltwood

19th Century Brasilian Sacristy Chest
19th Century Brasilian Sacristy Chest

19th Century Brasilian Sacristy Chest

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Sacristy chest with original carvings and hardware. FOR OUR COMPLETE INVENTORY PLEASE VISIT

Category

Antique 19th Century Brazilian Blanket Chests

Materials

Cedar

Block fronted chest
Block fronted chest

Block fronted chest

Located in Lincolnshire, GB

A superb example of a block front chest of drawers with geometric designs, with cedar mouldings and

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak, Cedar

Large Outstanding Camphor Wood Chest
Large Outstanding Camphor Wood Chest

Large Outstanding Camphor Wood Chest

Located in Swadlincote, GB

Superior carved camphor wood chest, with deep undercarving and wonderful , scenes, oversized with

Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Blanket Chests

Materials

Cedar

Tall Chest Of Drawers
Tall Chest Of Drawers

Tall Chest Of Drawers

Located in Los Angeles, CA

16-drawer tall chest with antique elements

Category

20th Century Guatemalan Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Syrian Chest of Drawers
Syrian Chest of Drawers

Syrian Chest of Drawers

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Very rare 19th C Syrian chest of drawers with original paint decoration and carving. 1880

Category

Antique 19th Century Syrian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Japanese Antique Medicine Chest 1860s-1900s/Chests of Drawers Storage Tansu
Japanese Antique Medicine Chest 1860s-1900s/Chests of Drawers Storage Tansu

Japanese Antique Medicine Chest 1860s-1900s/Chests of Drawers Storage Tansu

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

materials are zelkova and cedar. This is very rare. It's a miracle that all the drawer handles remain

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Rare Lane Brutalist Mosaic Hope Chest Paul Evans Style Mid Century Modern
Rare Lane Brutalist Mosaic Hope Chest Paul Evans Style Mid Century Modern

Rare Lane Brutalist Mosaic Hope Chest Paul Evans Style Mid Century Modern

By Lane Furniture

Located in Pemberton, NJ

Fabulous Lane brutalist mosaic chunky walnut hope chest. This piece is particularly rare and hard

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Blanket Chests

Materials

Walnut, Cedar

Mid century Teak Blanket Chest Trunk by Riis Antonsen, Aabenraa Denmark, 1960s
Mid century Teak Blanket Chest Trunk by Riis Antonsen, Aabenraa Denmark, 1960s

Mid century Teak Blanket Chest Trunk by Riis Antonsen, Aabenraa Denmark, 1960s

By Riis Antonsen

Located in Balen, BE

Beautifully crafted Danish teak blanket chest from the 1960s, produced by Riis Antonsen in Aabenraa

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Blanket Chests

Materials

Felt, Teak, Cedar

Antique Japanese Chest of Drawers, Meiji Period, 19th Century
Antique Japanese Chest of Drawers, Meiji Period, 19th Century

Antique Japanese Chest of Drawers, Meiji Period, 19th Century

Located in Prahran, Victoria

Antique Japanese shop storage chest of 17 drawers, 19th century, Meiji Period. Materials

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar, Cypress

Mid-Century Modern “1st Edition” Walnut Bookcase Hutch by Lane
Mid-Century Modern “1st Edition” Walnut Bookcase Hutch by Lane

Mid-Century Modern “1st Edition” Walnut Bookcase Hutch by Lane

By Lane Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

both beauty and functionality. Fun Historical Fact: Lane was originally known for its cedar chests

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Walnut

Charred Edo Period Wabi Sabi Tansu/Chest Of Drawers
Charred Edo Period Wabi Sabi Tansu/Chest Of Drawers

Charred Edo Period Wabi Sabi Tansu/Chest Of Drawers

Located in London, GB

A very well proportioned charred cedar & elm Japanese tansu from the early 19th C. Both a

Category

Antique 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm, Cedar

Modern Pair of Grey Lacquered Nightstands / Bachelor's Chests with Brass Handles
Modern Pair of Grey Lacquered Nightstands / Bachelor's Chests with Brass Handles

Modern Pair of Grey Lacquered Nightstands / Bachelor's Chests with Brass Handles

By Kittinger, Grosfeld House

Located in Houston, TX

Gorgeous pair of modern nightstands or bachelor's chests freshly lacquered in a gorgeous grey and

Category

Vintage 1960s Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Tansu Chest from Japan, Showa Period, Mid-20th Century
Tansu Chest from Japan, Showa Period, Mid-20th Century

Tansu Chest from Japan, Showa Period, Mid-20th Century

Located in New York, NY

A Tansu chest of drawers from Japan. Showa period, mid-20th century. Clear cedar, with elmwood in

Category

Vintage 1950s Japanese Showa Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Huge Primitive Inlaid Parquetry Blanket Chest
Huge Primitive Inlaid Parquetry Blanket Chest

Huge Primitive Inlaid Parquetry Blanket Chest

Located in Redding, CT

Huge Primitive Inlaid Parquetry Cedar Lined Blanket Chest. Detailed Mosaic woodwork makes up this

Category

Antique Early 19th Century American Folk Art Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Antique Japanese Tansu Clothing Chest Bo Ishu-Dansu
Antique Japanese Tansu Clothing Chest Bo Ishu-Dansu

Antique Japanese Tansu Clothing Chest Bo Ishu-Dansu

Located in Portland, OR

Antique clothing chest with upper locking drawers. Taller than standard indicating this was made

Category

Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Iron

Antique English "Fiddle Grain" Mahogany Campaign Style Secretaire Chest
Antique English "Fiddle Grain" Mahogany Campaign Style Secretaire Chest

Antique English "Fiddle Grain" Mahogany Campaign Style Secretaire Chest

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

Chest with Exquisite Fitted interior in satinwood, marquetry inlay and leather writing surface

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Leather, Mahogany, Satinwood, Cedar

Part Charred Edo Period Tansu/Chest Of Drawers Wabi Sabi
Part Charred Edo Period Tansu/Chest Of Drawers Wabi Sabi

Part Charred Edo Period Tansu/Chest Of Drawers Wabi Sabi

Located in London, GB

A tall, 5 drawer part charred cedar & elm Japanese tansu from the early 19th C. Both a beautiful

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

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Cedar Chests For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of cedar chests for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct cedar chests — often made from wood, cedar and metal — can elevate any home. Find 675 antique and vintage cedar chests at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 6 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Cedar chests have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Cedar chests made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular at 1stDibs. Large cedar chests can prove too imposing for some spaces, so the smaller cedar chests available at 1stDibs — each spanning 7.17 inches in width — may make for a better choice. Many cedar chests are appealing in their simplicity, but Lane Furniture, Cavalier and Lane Acclaim produced popular cedar chests that are worth a look.

How Much are Cedar Chests?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,000, while they’re typically $240 on the low end and $485,000 highest priced.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially 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. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Cedar Chests
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not Lane cedar chests are solid cedar depends on the furniture in question. Most chests produced by the manufacturer feature solid cedar wood interiors finished with five layers of walnut veneers. Legs and molding are usually some variety of solid hardwood but not always cedar. On 1stDibs, find a range of Lane cedar chests.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The term Waterfall Cedar Chest refers to a specific shape of cedar chest where the lid extends down the side a bit as though it’s flowing off the top. It’s not like modern waterfall countertops where the top extends to the floor, instead it reaches a few inches down from the top. Shop a collection of cedar chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    To date a cedar chest, search the piece for a manufacturer’s mark. Then, use trusted online resources to determine who the maker is based on those markings. From there, you can use photographs, serial numbers and other identifying characteristics to get a rough idea of when the maker produced it. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer evaluate your cedar chest. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of cedar chests.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024
    Yes, some cedar chests may be worth something. There is a market for many kinds of cedar chests, particularly those made by well-known companies like Lane and Cavalier. Potential selling prices vary based on age, maker, style, condition and other factors. To learn more about the potential value of your cedar chest, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of cedar chests.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    To tell how old a cedar chest is, look for a stamp or label that indicates the maker's name. In some cases, you may find a date printed on the label. Otherwise, use trusted online resources to determine the years that the manufacturer operated and when it produced chests similar to yours. Alternatively, you can consult a certified appraiser or licensed antique dealer for assistance dating the piece. Find a collection of cedar chests on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    Cavalier cedar chests were mostly made between 1923 and the 1940s. The company's history dates back to 1865, with the formation of the Tennessee Furniture Company in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Its name changed to the Cavalier Corporation the same year that the furniture maker unveiled its line of cedar chests. Shop a selection of Cavalier furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    How much your Lane cedar chest is worth depends on its age, style, condition and other factors. According to online sales information, the average selling price of Lane cedar chests is $200 to $400, but some pieces may be worth more or less. When the first iteration of the Lane Furniture company began to produce its now-famous Lane cedar chests in the early 20th century, the family behind the brand was unsure of how successful they’d be, so they initially didn’t bother adding their name to them. After securing a government contract during World War I, the company prospered and applied mass-production methods to its cedar-chest manufacturing. In 1922, it rebranded as the Lane Company and implemented a national advertising campaign to market its products, which led to a huge demand for its cedar chests that continues to this day. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assess your chest and give you an idea of how much your piece is worth. Find a wide range of Lane furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, the last Lane cedar chest produced was in 2001 and the plant was then permanently closed. The company hit its heights in World War II, using a great ad campaign and encouraging the purchase of cedar chests, known as Hope Chests. In 1987 a hostile corporate purchase occurred and the new owners filed for bankruptcy in 1992. Shop a collection of Lane chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Lane Furniture does indeed make cedar chests. From 1912 to 1987, the American furniture company estimated it had sold around 12 million chests and that number continues to grow with today’s sales. Cedar chests are widely used to store clothing and linen because cedar wood is a natural repellent against moisture and moths. You can shop a collection of Lane cedar chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    An old cedar chest’s worth is based on its age, condition or rarity -- starting at $99 and as high as $700 or more. If the hardware is original then it is worth more and can fetch about $200 to $400. Find a collection of old cedar chests on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell how old your Lane cedar chest is, look inside for its serial number. By reading it backward, you can determine the production date of your piece. For example, 869150 would be 05, 19, 68, or May 19, 1968. On 1stDibs, find a range of Lane chests from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
    How much a 1965 Lane cedar chest is worth varies. Prices for a 1960s-era Lane cedar chest can differ depending on size, style, condition and other attributes, but you will likely pay between $200 and $400 (you may find an authentic Lane cedar chest for a bit less or a bit more depending on the aforementioned factors).

    When the first iteration of the Lane Furniture company began to produce its now-famous Lane cedar chests in the early 20th century, the family behind the brand was unsure of how successful they’d be, so they initially didn’t bother adding their name to them. After securing a government contract during World War I, the company prospered and applied mass-production methods to its cedar-chest manufacturing. In 1922, it rebranded as the Lane Company and implemented a national advertising campaign to market its products, which led to a huge demand for its cedar chests that continues to this day.

    Consider having a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your cedar chest to learn how much it may be worth. Explore a wide range of Lane furniture on 1stDibs.

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This Shelving System with Oxidized Brass Tubes Is Retro and Futuristic at Once

Italian studio DimoreMilano mustered great ingenuity when crafting these sculptural shelves, which are built without any screws.

Ask an Interior Designer: Work-from-Home Edition

Leaping into a design project, whether it's refreshing the bedroom or redoing the whole house, can be overwhelming. Luckily, we know more than a few interior designers. You asked questions on Instagram, and now they're answering.

Collected and Eclectic, ‘Wunderkammern’ Are Back in a Big Way

Introduced nearly 500 years ago, curiosity cabinets are finding new fans among today's collectors and designers.

Meet the Incredible Woman Transforming Fallen Trees into Sleek Furniture

In the hands of New York Heartwoods cofounder Megan Offner, unwanted local trees become works of design art.

These New York Architects Love a Complicated Project

From Brooklyn townhouses to Maine campgrounds, Trattie Davies and Jonathan Toews relish a challenge, like transforming a former warehouse space into the new 1stdibs Gallery.