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Mid 20th Century Vintage Boho Scalloped Chest and Drawers
Located in west palm beach, FL
Embrace eclectic charm with this Vintage Boho Scalloped Chest and Drawers, reflecting the free
Category
Mid-20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Japanese Meiji Period 19th Century Tansu Chest with Sliding Chest and Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
Japanese Meiji period Tansu clothing chest from the 19th century with two sliding doors, six
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
H 30.25 in W 35.25 in D 16.25 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
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Chest of Drawers and Mirror Set
Located in Saint ouen, FR
Chest of drawers and mirror set
Dimensions :
Chest of drawers: L 100 x D 51 x H 70 cm
Mirror : h
Category
Vintage 1980s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer
Heal and Son’s Chest of Drawers
Located in Warrington, GB
Substantial chest of drawers produced in the late 19th Century by Heal and Son’s.
Generously
Category
Antique 19th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Zebra and Elk Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers Zebra and Elk with structure in solid beech wood
and covered with real zebra skin
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Chest of drawers
By Zanaboni
Located in Milan, IT
oval chest of drawers is a stunning piece of functional decor that will enrich the look of any bedroom
Category
2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Rattan and Mirror Chest of Drawers
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Stunning chest of drawers in rattan and mirror with 4 drawers. Typical of the seventies, high
Category
Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rattan, Mirror
Bamboo and Grasscloth Chest of Drawers
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Gentlemen's chest of eight drawers with a casual elegance and featuring a bamboo frame, grasscloth
Category
20th Century Philippine British Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Grasscloth, Bamboo
Crocodile and Amethyst Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers crocodile and amethyst with structure
in solid beechwood and covered with real
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Amethyst, Bronze
Chest of drawers by Antoine Philippon and Jacqueline Lecoq for Degorre 1960
By Antoine Philippon and Jacqueline le Coq
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
Chest of drawers by Antoine Philippon and Jacqueline Lecoq edited by Degorre
Circa 1960
Wooden
Category
Mid-20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
H 17.72 in W 47.25 in D 17.72 in
Walnut chest of drawers, bedroom chest of drawers, central Italy
Located in Cuneo, Italy (CN)
ancient chest of drawers in walnut, from central Italy, 1600s, measuring cm L 163 x H 102 x D 64
Category
Antique 17th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Wicker and rush chest of drawers, 1980
Located in Roma, RM
Wood and rattan chest of drawers, 1980
Product details
Dimensions: 75 Lenght x 79 Height x 42
Category
Vintage 1980s European Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wicker, Rush
Walnut and Feather Banded Chest of Drawers
Located in Faversham, GB
A walnut feather banded chest of drawers in exceptional condition.
Two short over three graduating
Category
Antique 18th Century British George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Edwards and Roberts Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Cheshire, GB
Edwards and Roberts serpentine chest of drawers in the Hepplewhite taste. The shaped serpentine top
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Campaign Chest of Drawers
Located in Culver City, CA
Campaign Chest of Drawers
England circa 1920
Navy chest of drawers with hidden compartments.
38”w x
Category
Vintage 1920s English British Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Shape Chest of Drawers
By Carpanelli
Located in Milan, IT
Chest of drawers from the Shape line covered in Canaletto Walnut. Equipped with three large push
Category
2010s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Lenny Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of Drawers Lenny with structure in veneered walnut wood,
with white marble top. Chest with 8
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Stainless Steel
Pyramid Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
W21 D10.5 H59.5
Vintage lightly restored chest of drawers. Item has been inspected and secured
Category
1990s Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This farmhouse style chest of drawers is painted with floral embellishments. Three wide drawers
Category
20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pana Chest of Drawers
By Tekton Furniture & Design House
Located in Cairo, EG
Organize your living space with the Pana-Chest of Drawers. This massive oak chest provides ample
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Egyptian Country Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Oak
Curve Contemporary and Customizable Chest of Drawers
By Luísa Peixoto
Located in PT
Chest of drawers in lacquer black and white.
Bespoke / Customizable
Identical shapes with
Category
2010s Portuguese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer
Walnut and Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A walnut and burr walnut chest of drawers with ormolu mounts and locking pilaster, six graduating
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Allia Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers Allia with all structure in wood. Chest covered
with high quality beige grained
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wenge, Leather, Wood
Spanish Polychrome Chest of Drawers with Three Drawers and Bronze Handles
Located in Marbella, ES
Spanish Polychrome Chest of Drawers with Three Drawers and Bronze Handles
Category
Antique 19th Century Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 34.26 in W 45.28 in D 24.02 in
Eliom Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of Drawers Eliom with wooden structure in
smocked oak veneer, with mirror glass in bronzed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Mirror, Mahogany, Oak, Plywood
Sandy Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of Drawers Sandy with wooden structure covered with
clear mirrored glass and with stainless
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Chest of Drapers Drawers
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Really useful 19th C chest of four drapers drawers. Lovely architectural handles. 1890.
Reference
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Antique 19th Century English Late Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Beech
Chelby Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers chelby with solid wood structure
upholstered and covered with genuine Italian
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Swedish Gustavian and Empire Chest of Drawers
Located in Kramfors, SE
Chest of drawers from northern Sweden made during the transition time between the Gustavian and
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Walnut and Black Steel Chest of Drawers
By Alex de Rouvray
Located in PARIS, FR
Drawers veneered with real wood and assembled by hand, frame in CRS steel, hand welded and polished
Category
2010s Romanian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Arts and Crafts Golden Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Arts and Crafts golden walnut chest of drawers
This is a good solid chest, there are 2 short
Category
Antique 1880s Arts and Crafts Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Chests of drawers, Flötotto
By Elmar Flötotto
Located in Neuss, NW
Four freestanding chests of drawers from the "Profilsystem" collection by Flötotto from the 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s German Bauhaus Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Formica, Beech
Tanka Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers Tanka with structure in smocked eucalyptus wood in
matte finish, with 5 drawers
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Stainless Steel
Chests of drawers, Flötotto
By Elmar Flötotto
Located in Neuss, NW
Four freestanding chests of drawers from the "Profilsystem" collection by Flötotto from the 1970s
Category
Vintage 1970s German Bauhaus Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Formica, Beech
Miniature Chest of Drawers
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Miniature chest of drawers.
Category
Vintage 1960s Austrian Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Aroa Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers Aroa with solid wood structure, in black
ash finish. With 5 drawers on easy glide
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Stainless Steel
Nordic chest of drawers with 3 drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage teak chest of drawers from the 1960s.
This Scandinavian design piece with clean and simple
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Teak
Swedish, Gustavian Chest Drawers
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1820.
Swedish Gustavian chest drawers.
Sku 1379.
Measures: W 105 x D 49 x H 82cm.
Category
Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Bount Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers bount with structure in walnut wood in matte
finish. Nightstand or side table
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Stainless Steel, Iron
Large Victorian Chest of Drawers Victorian Figured Walnut chest of drawers
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Large Victorian Chest of Drawers
Victorian Figured Walnut chest of drawers, the chest has 2
Category
Antique 19th Century Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Trainer Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of Drawers Trainer with wooden structure. With sides, back
and 6 drawers covered with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Marieta Chest of Drawers
Located in ALMAZÁN, ES
In love with this new chest of drawers from the Marieta serie. One by one or two by two. Lower than
Category
2010s Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Ada Chest of Drawers
Located in ALMAZÁN, ES
In this chest of drawers, the classic design of the structure gives prominence to the color palette
Category
2010s Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Ellite Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers ellite with structure in solid walnut wood,
with 4 drawers with dark brown
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Domino Chest of Drawers
By Modo10
Located in Milan, IT
Three-drawer chest, with a plain wooden slat in Canaletto Havana wood and bronze metal handles.
Category
2010s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Chest of Drawers in Lacquered Wood with Drawers and Metal Pulls
Located in Marbella, ES
Chest of drawers in lacquered wood with drawers and metal pulls.
Category
Late 20th Century Asian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pietro Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers Pietro with frame structure in metal
in burnished and antiqued brass finish
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
Chest Of Drawers With Central Legs, Three Drawers And Marble Top
Located in London, GB
Chest of three drawers in walnut veneer with oak details. Central leg in metal painted black and
Category
2010s British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Carrara Marble, Metal
Nina Chest of Drawers
Located in Vosselaar, BE
Our Nina chest of drawers is a upcycled 19th century Oak Louis XV commode. We preserved the basic
Category
2010s Belgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Tarius Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers Tarius with wooden structure with solid walnut
veneer in matte finish. With
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Teak chest of drawers with lockable drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian vintage 1960s chest of drawers.
A piece of furniture with clean, essential lines. The
Category
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Teak
Empire Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Empire fruit wood chest of drawers with gilt bronze hardware and ebonized columns, 19th century. No
Category
Antique 19th Century European Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
English Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Four Drawers and Marble Top
Located in Marbella, ES
English mahogany chest of drawers with four drawers and marble top.
Category
Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
High Chest of Drawers
Located in Pompano Beach, FL
Machine Age deco skyscraper chest of drawers in walnut and burl; in the style of Deskey, circa
Category
Vintage 1930s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Burl, Walnut
Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Nantucket, MA
English 19th Century inlaid small chest of drawers.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Great Britain (UK) Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Fine polished walnut Biedermeier chest of drawers with ebony trim, illustration of two winged
Category
Antique Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Ebony, Walnut
Modernist Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
A modernist chest in the style of Gio Ponti.
Veneer with decorative blue drawer fronts , patinated
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Bosco chest of drawers
Located in ALMAZÁN, ES
this new collection.
A trunk made of fillets that are drawers and a sea of moldings that surround it in
Category
2010s Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Spanish Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Five Drawers and Iron and Wooden Handles
Located in Marbella, ES
Spanish mahogany chest of drawers with five drawers and iron and wooden handles.
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
H 33.08 in W 40.56 in D 18.12 in
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Chest And Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of chest and drawers available for sale. Frequently made of wood, metal and walnut, all chest and drawers available were constructed with great care. Find 30490 antique and vintage chest and drawers at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 803 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Chest and drawers have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of chest and drawers to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Louis XVI and Georgian chest and drawers are of considerable interest. Baker Furniture Company, Paul McCobb and George Nelson each produced beautiful chest and drawers that are worth considering.
How Much are Chest And Drawers?
Prices for chest and drawers can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, chest and drawers begin at $1 and can go as high as $989,645, while the average can fetch as much as $4,500.
Finding the Right commodes-chests-of-drawers for You
Is it a commode or a chest of drawers?
Commode is the French term for a low chest of drawers, but it is also sometimes used to denote a piece with a particularly intricate design. The commode dates to circa 1700 France, where it was used as an alternative to a taller cabinet piece so as to not obscure paneled, mirrored or tapestried walls. Coffers, or chests, which were large wooden boxes with hinged lids and sometimes stood on ball feet, preceded chests of drawers, a fashionable cabinet furnishing that garnered acclaim for its obvious storage potential and versatility.
As time passed, French and British furniture makers led the way in the production of chests of drawers, and features like the integration of bronze and ornamental pulls became commonplace. Antique French commodes in the Louis XV style were sometimes crafted in mahogany or walnut, while an Italian marble top added a sophisticated decorative flourish. This specific type of case piece grew in popularity in the years that followed.
So, what makes a chest of drawers different from a common dresser? Dressers are short, and chests of drawers are overall taller pieces of furniture that typically do not have room on the top for a mirror as most dressers do. Tallboys and highboys are variations of the dresser form. Some chests of drawers have one column of four to six long drawers or three long drawers in their bottom section that are topped by a cluster of small side-by-side drawers on the top. To further complicate things, we sometimes refer to particularly short chests of drawers as nightstands.
Even though chests of drawers are commonly thought of as bedroom furniture to store clothing, these are adaptable pieces. A chest of drawers can house important documents — think of your walnut Art Deco commode as an upgrade to your filing cabinet. Nestle your chest near your home’s front door to store coats and other outerwear, while the top can be a place to drop your handbag. Add some flair to your kitchen, where this lovable case piece can hold pots, pans and even cookbooks.
When shopping for the right chest of drawers for your home, there are a few key things to consider: What will you be storing in it? How big a chest will you need?
Speaking of size, don’t dream too big. If your space is on the smaller side, a more streamlined vintage mid-century modern chest of drawers, perhaps one designed by Paul McCobb or T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, may best suit your needs.
At 1stDibs, we make it easy to add style and storage to your home. Browse our collection of antique and vintage commodes and chests of drawers today.
Questions About Chest And Drawers
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A chest of drawers is also sometimes known as a dresser or a bureau. It is a cabinet with several parallel horizontal drawers stacked on top of one another. A chest of drawers is frequently used to store clothing and a variety of personal items. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bachelor’s chest of drawers is a relatively short and shallow chest, usually with three or four drawers. The name refers to their historical use as multi-purpose, space-saving fixtures that are perfect for a bachelor sharing a friend’s flat. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern bachelor’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A man’s chest of drawers is also known as a gentleman’s chest. It is characterized by its tall cabinet section that hangs clothes like suits and pants, and also features a column of drawers. Shop a collection of gentleman’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The first chest of drawers was invented by Chinese physician Hua Tuo during the 3rd century. In the west, chests of drawers began to appear during the 17th century and rose in popularity from there. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique chests of drawers from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 1, 2024Yes, there is a difference between a dresser and a chest of drawers. Dressers are short, and chests of drawers are overall taller pieces of furniture that typically do not have room on the top for a mirror as most dressers do.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This type of case piece was originally a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period.
Find antique and vintage dressers for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A low chest of drawers is called a lowboy. A lowboy sits at waist height and was a prominent piece of bedroom furniture in the 18th century. These low chests of drawers were a clothing storage solution before tallboys and highboys came into fashion. On 1stDibs, there is a variety of antique and vintage low chests of drawers available for sale.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Dressers are designed to offer a place for you to dress, with the top functioning as a table on which to place your clothing. It will offer space for a mirror, whereas chests of drawers are typically exactly that — they provide ample storage while taking up little floor space. A dresser is usually wide and short, while a chest of drawers is narrow and tall. Both types of furniture are commonly used to store clothing and other items in drawers. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dressers and chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A chest of drawers with a mirror attached is called a bureau. This type of case piece is usually waist-high with a mirror that rests on the top of the structure. They are mainly used in bedrooms. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A tall chest of drawers is known as a standard chest of drawers and also as a vertical chest. These are tall and narrow storage pieces. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage tall chests of drawers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Yes, a chest of drawers can be used as a bedside table, provided that you have enough space beside your bed to accommodate it. If you want to be able to easily reach items on the top of the chest, choose a piece that is about 2 to 4 inches taller than your mattress. Shop a variety of bedroom furniture on 1stDibs.
- What is a bank of drawers?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A bank of drawers is a piece of storage furniture that differs considerably from a chest of drawers. This furnishing is typically going to feature many more drawers than an ordinary chest of drawers might, and is often used interchangeably with the term “apothecary cabinet” because pharmacists used to require such a structure that afforded ample storage for classifying and filing away items in their places of business. Find antique and vintage banks of drawers today on 1stDibs.
- What is a file drawer?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The term “file drawer” likely refers to filing cabinets. This is a type of office furniture that is used for storing paper documents in file folders. The two most common forms of filing cabinets are lateral filing cabinets and vertical filing cabinets. Shop for a variety of antique and vintage filing cabinets and other storage solutions 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 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 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 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.
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Antique Danish Commode
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