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Satinwood Commode Chest
By Jonathan Sainsbury
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
A fine Georgian Sheraton design selected satinwood serpentine commode of generous country house
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Antique 18th Century British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Baker Bombay Commode Chest
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Recent Palm Beach Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Fantabulous Burl and Walnut Bombay Commode
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Vintage 1980s French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Italian Inlaid Veneer Commode/Chest
Located in Nashville, TN
This stunning pair of vintage Italian chests exudes timeless elegance with each chest featuring
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2010s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Acrylic
Italian Neoclassical Lemonwood and Amaranth Chest of Drawers Commode
Located in New York, NY
Italian neoclassical lemonwood and amaranth chest of drawers commode. Italian neoclassical chest of
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
MidCentury Goatskin Italian Commodes and Chest of Drawer, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
commode truly elegant. In true mid-century Italian style. A fine and distinct taste.
The chest of drawers
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mahogany 3-Drawer French Commode Chest
Located in Toledo, OH
Beautiful French mahogany commode or chest featuring 3 drawers with inlaid drawer fronts, brass
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20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Italian Venetian Rococo Painted Commode Chest
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th Century Italian Venetian Rococo painted commode Chest. Painted With Ochre Ground And Floral
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Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
19th Century French Painted Commode Chest
Located in Bradenton, FL
Exquisite 19th century French Painted Chest Commode. Features black and gray marble top, four
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Wood
French 18th Century Walnut Commode Chest
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
An Extremely Attractive Late 18th Century French, Louis XVI Period, Walnut Commode Chest, Having
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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Modern Verre Églomisé Mirror Chest/Commode
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Modern Verre Églomisé Mirror Chest/Commode
A quietly stunning modern Verre Églomisé mirror chest
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome
Hepplewhite Zebrano Demi Lune Commode Chest
Located in North York, ON
Hepplewhite Zebrano Demi Lune Commode Chest. Beautiful detailed zebrano wood grains with unique
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2010s American Hepplewhite Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
18thC French Walnut Bombe Chest Commode
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1750
18thC French walnut bombe chest Commode
Measures: W 133 x D 64 x H 95cm.
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Antique 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Belgian Biedermeier Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
Offered is a Biedermeier (circa. 1830s) commode or 3-drawer dresser that has a Birch veneer finish
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Antique 1830s Belgian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Brass and White "Statuario" Marble Commode and Chests of Drawers, 2010
Located in Rome, IT
Chests of drawers in white Carrara Statuario marble with polished brass structure. This commode has
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2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 18.9 in
Mid-Century Modern Wood and Black Lacquer Chest, Commode
Located in Miami, FL
Handsome and classily simple, this three-drawer chest has been restored in a high polish finish.
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Edwards and Roberts Louis XVI Style Mounted Commode
By Edwards and Roberts
Located in Dallas, TX
Louis XVI style ormolu-mounted mahogany commode, Edwards and Roberts, London, 19th c., pierced
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Antique Late 19th Century English Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Midcentury Black and Brass Keys Commodes and Chest of Drawers, 1970
Located in Rome, IT
. Beautiful workmanship, and perfect interior finishes.
The chest of drawers is composed of an upper body
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
MidCentury Wood and Brass Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers, 1950
Located in Rome, IT
polishing. The brass finishes match his style perfectly.
The chest of drawers is veneered in dark mahogany
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 33.47 in W 51.19 in D 17.72 in
Antique French Neoclassical Style Commode or Chest
Located in Houston, TX
Antique French Neoclassical Style Commode Or Chest.
Stunning 19th century French Neoclassical
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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Period Biedermeier Chest of Drawers or Commode
Located in Houston, TX
Period Biedermeier chest of drawers or commode.
Handsome period Biedermeier three-drawer chest of
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Antique 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
18th Century Italian Painted Chest Or Commode
Located in Houston, TX
18th Century Italian Painted Chest Or Commode.
Stunning 18th century Italian painted commode or
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Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
MidCentury Walnut and Goatskin Italian Commode and Chests of Drawers, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
chest of drawers with two beautiful drawers.
Wear consistent with age and use. Each item offered by the
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Goatskin, Walnut
H 33.47 in W 39.77 in D 17.72 in
MidCentury White Goatskin Italian Commode and Chest of Drawer, 1990
Located in Rome, IT
commode truly elegant. In true mid-century Italian style.
The chest of drawers has a very particular
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1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Goatskin, Wood
Midcentury CherryWood Italian Dresser / Commode and Chest of Drawers, 1950
Located in Rome, IT
Italian chest of drawers, mid-20th century. Peculiar shape, original and avant-garde for that
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Cherry
H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 17.72 in
Maitland Smith Faux Bamboo and Leather Chest of Drawers Commode
By Maitland Smith
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 35 in W: 35 in D: 20 in
This exquisite Faux Leather and Faux Bamboo Chest of
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Late 20th Century Philippine Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Midcentury Brass and Black Goatskin Commode and Chests of Drawers, 1950
Located in Rome, IT
Particular dresser with six drawers with a pyramidal design, refined with style. All also due to the choice of materials such as goatskin and brass.
The dresser has a wooden body co...
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 62.21 in W 39.38 in D 19.69 in
Louise Semainier Commodes and chests of drawers in Smooth Copper
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
sample set of 12 finishes so that they can experience the finish first hand.
Louise Semainier Commodes
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2010s Indian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Antique Pair Venetian Walnut and Giltwood Commodes Chests 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a gorgeous antique pair of Italian Venetian walnut and giltwood serpentine bombe' commodes
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Antique 1890s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut, Giltwood
H 36.23 in W 45.67 in D 24.81 in
MidCentury Cherry Wood and Brass Italian Commode and Chests of Drawers, 1950
Located in Rome, IT
commode truly elegant. In true mid-century Italian style.
The chest of drawers is entirely veneered in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
H 29.14 in W 48.82 in D 18.9 in
Hand Painted Neoclassical Style Commode/Bombe Chest
By Edgar Nye
Located in East Freetown, MA
Neoclassical style hand painted commode/bombe chest. Antique white with hand painted floral design
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Vintage 1970s Italian Neoclassical Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
19th-C. Hand Painted and Carved Venetian Commode or Chest
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a breathtaking 19th century Venetian Rococo style commode. It is hand painted and
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Italian Oyster Burl Olive Commode Bombe Chest
Located in Southampton, NJ
Oyster Burl Olive Commode Bombe Chest with striking wood grains, banded top, inlay details & two
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Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Italian Hand Carved 3-Drawer Chest Commode
Located in Toledo, OH
Gorgeous 18h century Italian wormwood chest commode with three drawers, three hand carved figures
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Antique 18th Century Italian Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
19th Century Louis Philippe French Chest Commode
Located in Houston, TX
Discover the timeless elegance of a 19th-century Louis Philippe French chest commode crafted from
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Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Cherry
Impressive Mahogany Baker Historic Collection Triple Chest on Chest Commode
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Impressive large mahogany stepped triple chest on chest by Baker Historic Collection having newly
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1990s American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Bombe Commode Inlay Chest of Drawers
Located in Potters Bar, GB
chest
Intricate marquetry inlay work is proffuse and very technical A marquetry french commode with a
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Vintage 1980s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Biedermeier Commode Chest of Drawers Satin Birch
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Gorgeous deco Biedermeier style chest of drawers or commode
Elegant chest with two drawers so
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Vintage 1980s Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Other
Faux Painted Three Drawer European Commode/Chest
Located in Wilson, NC
This faux painted commode/chest has faux grain throughout. The top has a deep molded edge. The
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Antique 1840s European Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Baroque Commode / Chest of Drawers, 18th Century.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This beautiful three-drawer commode dates to the 18th century (likely French) and has a subtle
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Antique Late 18th Century French Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
Louis XVI Commode Bombe Chest Drawers Parquetry
Located in Potters Bar, GB
French Walnut Louis XVI Style Serpentine Commode.
Circa 1900 on this fine French antique commode
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Antique Early 1900s Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Neoclassical Lacquered Chests or Commodes
Located in Dallas, TX
Stunning pair of neoclassical two-toned lacquered chest of drawers or commodes. With three drawers
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Vintage 1970s American Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
MidCentury Cherry Wood and Brass Italian Commode and Chests of Drawers, 1970
Located in Rome, IT
Beautiful commode in characteristic Italian style of Paolo Buffa, Vittorio Dassi and Osvaldo
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 35.04 in W 53.55 in D 20.87 in
Midcentury Faux Tiger Italianate Commode or Chest
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Stand out two drawer chest or commode with an eccentric mix of influences. The case has a Classic
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Gold Leaf Chest / Commode by John Widdicomb
By John Widdicomb
Located in Dallas, TX
This gorgeous Louis XV chest by John Widdicomb has incredible French style with a classic
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Mid-20th Century Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Single Royal Blue and Parcel-Gilt Decorated Bombay Commode or Chest
Located in Manhasset, NY
Royal blue and parcel-gilt decorated Bombay commode, nightstand or chest. This fine hand painted
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Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
Aldo Tura Goatskin and Brass Italian Commode and Chests of Drawers, 1950
By Aldo Tura
Located in Rome, IT
Beautiful chests of drawers in characteristic Italian style of Aldo Tura, great patina of the color
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 33.86 in W 46.86 in D 18.12 in
Art Deco Walnut and Brass Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers, 1940
Located in Rome, IT
Linear, square but very elegant, the commode has a very particular design also due to the fact that
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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 34.26 in W 59.06 in D 18.9 in
Chest of Drawers Chest Commode Architectural Facade Enclosed Renaissance Cedar
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A museum quality, English, Late-Renaissance, cedar enclosed chest of drawers with exceptional
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Antique Early 17th Century European Renaissance Commodes and Chests of D...
Materials
Cedar
H 51.58 in W 47.05 in D 24.81 in
Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers will make a great addition to the room! Classic
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Early 20th Century French Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
FRANCESCO PREDA Italian Neo-Class Walnut and Lemonwood Inlaid Commode / Chest
By Giuseppe Maggiolini
Located in Queens, NY
"Italian Neo-Classic (Milanese) walnut and lemonwood 3-drawer commode / chest with ornate inlaid
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Antique 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
H 35 in W 52 in D 22 in
Midcentury White Goatskin and Wood Italian Commodes and Chest of Drawers, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
-kind dresser.
The chest of drawers is composed of three large drawers, which can be opened by pushing
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Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Goatskin, Wood
H 31.89 in W 40.95 in D 20.87 in
Italian Olive Wood Bombe Commode or Chest
Located in Rochester, NY
Italian olive wood four drawer commode, mid 20th century.
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Mid-20th Century European Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Olive
Baker Furniture Georgian Mahogany and Yew Wood Commode or Bachelor Chest
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful Georgian style three-drawer commode or chest of drawers
By Baker Furniture
USA
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Late 20th Century American Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers represents a nice departure from dark-stained
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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests o...
Materials
Brass
Antique Kingwood and Marquetry Inlaid Marble Top Commode/Chest of Drawers
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality French kingwood and marquetry inlaid marble top commode/chest of drawers
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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Other
H 38.78 in W 48.43 in D 20.67 in
Italian Venetian Bombay Style Commode or Chest
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful 1970 chest and drawers hand crafted and carved from wood, probably Olive wood Venere top
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Vintage 1960s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Chest of drawers. Italian Commode, 18th Century
Located in Miami, FL
Fine 18th century Italian five-drawer walnut commode with inlay and carved giltwood detail, with a
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Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Walnut
Italian Red Lacquer Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Cranbrook, Kent
A superb Italian decorative commode composing of three long drawers of broken fronted design, set
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Late 20th Century Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Paint
Walnut Campaign Chest of Drawers, Colonial Commode
Located in Potters Bar, GB
- Cracking campaign chest of drawers in walnut.
- Classic campaign look with the brass handles and
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1990s Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco Chest Drawers Commode Roaring Twenties
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Absolutely Classic Art Deco style chest of drawers
Very high deco, clean and minimal design
Some
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Vintage 1980s Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Other
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Chest And Commode For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal chest and commode for your home. A chest and commode — often made from wood, metal and walnut — can elevate any home. Find 29103 options for an antique or vintage chest and commode now, or shop our selection of 716 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer chest and commode, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A chest and commode made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Louis XVI — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one chest and commode that is appealing in its simplicity, but Baker Furniture Company, Paul McCobb and George Nelson produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Chest And Commode?
Prices for a chest and commode start at $10 and top out at $989,645 with the average selling for $4,500.
Finding the Right Commodes-chests-of-drawers for You
Shopping for a commode or a chest of drawers?
Commode is the French term for a low chest of drawers, but it is also sometimes used to denote any case piece with a particularly intricate design. The commode dates to circa 1700 France, where it was used as an alternative to a taller cabinet piece so as to not obscure paneled, mirrored or tapestried walls. Coffers, or chests, which were large wooden boxes with hinged lids and sometimes stood on ball feet, preceded chests of drawers, a fashionable cabinet furnishing that garnered acclaim for its obvious storage potential and versatility. The term commode was also used to refer to a piece of bedroom furniture — a washstand or nightstand that contained a chamber pot.
As time passed, French and British furniture makers led the way in the production of chests of drawers, and features like the integration of bronze and ornamental pulls became commonplace. Antique French commodes in the Louis XV style were sometimes crafted in mahogany or walnut, while an Italian marble top added a sophisticated decorative flourish. This specific type of case piece grew in popularity in the years that followed.
So, what makes a chest of drawers different from a common dresser? Dressers are short, and chests of drawers are overall taller pieces of furniture that typically do not have room on the top for a mirror as most dressers do. Tallboys and highboys are variations of the dresser form. Some chests of drawers have one column of four to six long drawers or three long drawers in their bottom section that are topped by a cluster of small side-by-side drawers on the top. To further complicate things, we sometimes refer to particularly short chests of drawers as nightstands.
Even though chests of drawers are commonly thought of as bedroom furniture to store clothing, these are adaptable pieces. A chest of drawers can house important documents — think of your walnut Art Deco commode as an upgrade to your filing cabinet. Nestle your chest near your home’s front door to store coats and other outerwear, while the top can be a place to drop your handbag. Add some flair to your kitchen, where this lovable case piece can hold pots, pans and even cookbooks.
When shopping for the right chest of drawers for your home, there are a few key things to consider: What will you be storing in it? How big a chest will you need?
Speaking of size, don’t dream too big. If your space is on the smaller side, a more streamlined vintage mid-century modern chest of drawers, perhaps one designed by Paul McCobb or T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, may best suit your needs.
At 1stDibs, we make it easy to add style and storage to your home. Browse our collection of antique and vintage commodes and chests of drawers today.
Questions About Chest And Commode
- What is a commode?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJune 10, 2024Commode 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. The term was also used to refer to a piece of bedroom furniture — a washstand or nightstand that contained a chamber pot.
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.
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.
Find antique and vintage commodes on 1stDibs. - What is a bombe commode?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A bombe commode is a type of two- or three-drawer chest once used to hold personal items like clothing, documents and jewelry. Its name comes from the French word "bombe" and references the curvy shape of both the chest's body and legs. You'll find a variety of bombe commodes on 1stDibs.
- What is a mule chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A mule chest is a low chest that has a drawer or a set of drawers at its base and a hinged top. It stands on legs or brackets and it is usually wider than it is deep. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary mule chests from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a marriage chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A marriage chest is an ornate chest that is given as a gift or dowry to the bride by her parents. It was popular during the Renaissance period in Italy. It was especially used to hold a bride's dowry goods or other possessions. Find marriage chests and other vintage and antique case pieces on 1stDibs.
- What is a campaign chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023A campaign chest is a chest of drawers that breaks down into smaller pieces for easier transport. Some people refer to this type of case furniture as a military chest. Although mobile furniture for military campaigns dates back to the Romans, the British Army in its global conquests in the 18th and 19th centuries defined the style we know as campaign furniture with sturdy and elegant pieces. Find a selection of campaign chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a door chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A door chest is a small cabinet with shelves and is used for storage. They are usually found in bedrooms and living rooms to provide a little extra storage. Shop for a range of antique and vintage door chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a Bombay chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A Bombay chest is a piece of wooden furniture — a chest that bulges outward in the front and on the sides and then curves in at the base. This style of chest was popularized in 17th century French design.
- What is a dower chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A dower chest — also called a dowry chest or hope chest — is a Pennsylvania Dutch chest, a piece of furniture traditionally used by young women to store items in anticipation of married life. Find a collection of antique and vintage dowry chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a demilune chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A demilune chest is a type of case good furniture that features a straight back and a curved front. Most feature rows of drawers, cabinet doors or a mix of the two types of storage. Demilune comes from the French word for half moon and refers to the shape of the chests. Shop a range of demilune chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a bachelor’s chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2019
A bachelor’s chest is a low chest of drawers. Its name comes from the fact that it was originally designed to provide multipurpose storage for a single man with a small living space.
- What is a military chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A military chest is a chest of drawers made of hardwood like mahogany, teak or cedar. Also called a campaign chest, the furniture usually comes apart into smaller pieces for easy carrying. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of military chests.
- What is a sea chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sea chest, typically seen onboard ships, is a storage chest for a sailor’s personal property. The first known sea chest was used in 1613. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic sea chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is a sugar chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sugar chest is a chest, typically made of wood and featuring legs, that was designed to hold sugar in the late 1700s to early 1800s, when sugar was very valuable. Sugar chests would feature a lock to keep this sweet sign of wealth secure, and featured sections inside to separate light and dark sugars. Shop a range of antique sugar chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a Tansu chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Tansu refers to Japanese portable storage chests. When tansu became a well-known feature of life in Japan — the chests’ emergence is said to be rooted in the Genroku era of the Edo period (1688–1704) — the country’s traditionally minimalist households had little to no proper seats, tables, or other pieces of furniture. Tansu were intended to be multipurpose cabinets. These case pieces were used to store things of everyday utility, such as clothing and various personal items. Tansu are regarded as collectible furniture with a timeless appeal. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary Tansu from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a gentleman's chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A gentleman's chest is a piece of wooden storage furniture with at least one section large enough to accommodate hanging men's clothing like ties, suits and dress pants. Normally, drawers appear beside and below the hanging cabinet. Find a range of gentleman's chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a bonnet chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bonnet chest is a chest of drawers that has a space for hats. Typically, this larger drawer or area is in the center space and toward the top. Bonnet chests get their name for their function not their shape, as there is no one standard shape for a bonnet chest. Shop a collection of vintage and antique furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a bombe chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
A bombe chest is a set of drawers that bulges outward in the front and on the sides. The style, whose name comes from French word bombé, meaning “curved,” originated in 17th-century France.
- What is a tansu chest used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A tansu chest is a Japanese cabinet designed for easy transportation and can store a variety of items, including clothes and personal items. Tansu chests often feature multiple compartments to keep items organized. Shop a selection of authentic tansu chests on 1stDibs.
- What is an Indian dowry chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Crafted out of rosewood, teak or jackfruit wood, Indian dowry chests are used for storing jewelry, textiles and money as a wedding dowry from the bride's family to the groom’s family. Every chest holds sentimental value, and can be used in the home to store linens or used as a coffee table. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Indian dowry chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A vargueno chest may also be referred to as a bargueño chest, which is a cabinet that has both Spanish and Oriental influences and is designed to be portable. Two chests, one on the bottom and one of the top, come together to provide a work surface and drawers for supply storage. Shop a collection of chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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