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19th Century English Mahogany Campaign Desk and Chest of Drawers
Located in Nantucket, MA
Lovely early to mid 19th century English Mahogany two part campaign desk and chest of drawers
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Chest of Three Drawers with Desk, Claw Feet and Bronze Handles
Located in Marbella, ES
Chest of Three Drawers with Desk, Claw Feet and Bronze Handles
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

1960s M.Pozar Modular Set of Desk and Chest of Drawers, Czechoslovakia
By M. Požár
Located in Praha, CZ
- Chest of drawers and table could be assembled in different ways - Good original condition with
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Antique Chest Of Drawers/Desk Painted White From 1890s
Located in Lejre, DK
This antique dresser/desk from around 1890 is an impressive piece of furniture history. With its
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Antique 1890s Danish Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Classy and Stylish Italian 1970's Chest of Drawers Vanity and Writing Desk
By Saporiti
Located in Weesp, NL
, functionality, and class? Look no further than the "Unending" chest of drawers designed by Ernesto Radaelli in
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mirror, Wood

19th Century Chest of Drawers - English Mahogany Two-body Desk
Located in Marbella, ES
19th Century Chest of Drawers - English Mahogany Two-body Desk
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Scottish or English Campaign Butler's Desk Chest of Drawers
Located in Centennial, CO
An elegant and functional antique Scottish or English campaign style butler's desk chest of drawer
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Early 20th Century British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

ANTiQUE GEORGE III BACHELORS CHEST OF DRAWERS ATTRIBUTED TO GILLOWS OF LANCASTER
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in GB
circa 1780 Georgian Bachelors Chest of Drawers with baize lined slip writing desk top and slope and
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Antique 1780s Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Hardwood

Georgian Miniature Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early 19th century Georgian Miniature Chest of Drawers would have been constructed by the
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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Georgian Miniature Chest of Drawers
Georgian Miniature Chest of Drawers
H 14.5 in W 13.75 in D 8 in
17th Century Spanish Walnut Bureau/Desk, circa 1690, Chest of Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
17th century Spanish walnut bureau/desk, circa 1690. Chest of drawers.
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Antique Late 17th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Commodes and Chests o...

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Walnut

Victorian Tiger Oak Parquetry Sewing or Desk Top Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A rare, exquisite Victorian Sewing drawers or desktop filing cabinet in oak parquetry and tiger oak
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Mid-20th Century American Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

English 19th Century Campaign Chest with Drop Front Desk and Four Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English Campaign chest from the 19th century, with drop front desk, four drawers and brass
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Antique 19th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique French Abattant Desk Fall Front Secretary Chest Drawers Renaissance Oak
Located in Tyler, TX
Exquisite 19th Century Antique French Oak Renaissance Revival Abattant Chest of Drawers and Desk
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Antique 1880s French Renaissance Revival Desks and Writing Tables

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Oak

Fine Harrods London Kennedy Chest of Drawers Brown Leather Writing Slope Desk
By Kennedy Furniture For Harrods London, Harrods
Located in GB
Harrods London Kennedy Military Campaign chest of drawers which doubles as a writing bureau desk with
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20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Leather, Hardwood, Oak

Miniature 19th Century Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early 19th century Georgian Miniature Chest of Drawers would have been constructed by the
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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Miniature 19th Century Chest of Drawers
Miniature 19th Century Chest of Drawers
H 14.5 in W 14.25 in D 7 in
Mid-Century American Embossed Faux Reptile Leather Chest / Set of Desk Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century American rectangular shaped chest embossed in off-white faux reptile leather featuring
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Leather

Circa 1880 Solid Oak & Brass Military Campaign Chest of Drawers Secrataire Desk
Located in GB
brass fittings Military Campaign chest of drawers with mahogany lined & brown leather secretaire desk
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Antique 1880s English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

19th Century English William and Mary-Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Chicago, IL
This 19th-century English William and Mary-style oak chest of drawers seamlessly marries
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Antique 19th Century English William and Mary Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Oak

Restored 1876 Stamped Camphor Wood Military Campaign Chest of Drawers with Desk
Located in GB
Most of these campaign chests are simply drawers which were for officers of medium standing, the higher
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Antique 19th Century British High Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Hardwood

18th-century English oak chest of drawers/Bachelor Chest
Located in Harderwijk, NL
chest of drawers so special is not just its aesthetics but also its versatility. Whether it stands in a
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Antique Mid-18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

19th Century Portuguese Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
The appealing shape and unique patina of this antique wooden chest of drawers make it a covetable
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Antique 19th Century Portuguese Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

19th Century Portuguese Chest of Drawers
19th Century Portuguese Chest of Drawers
H 38.2 in W 30.3 in D 14 in
English 19th Century Georgian Chest of 5 Drawers with Drop Panel Desk Top
Located in Santa Monica, CA
English 19th century Georgian chest of 5 drawers with drop panel desk top and original hardware.
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Antique Late 18th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Rhode Island Empire Butler's Chest of Drawers with Desk in Mahogany, circa 1825
Located in Miami, FL
desk. Provides ample storage as a chest of drawers, and doubles as a secretary with additional small
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Antique 1820s American American Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Antique American Empire Bachelor's Chest of Drawers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Antique American empire bachelor's chest of drawers. Top drawer folds down to become a desk
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Early 20th Century American American Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Antique Yew Wood Bachelors Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique yew wood bachelors chest of drawers. This was made in England in the Georgian
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Vintage 1920s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Yew

Antique Yew Wood Bachelors Chest of Drawers
Antique Yew Wood Bachelors Chest of Drawers
H 29.93 in W 25.2 in D 14.97 in
Scandinavian 1960s Teak Office Chest of Drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Peculiar chest of drawers with hinged door and lock used as office furniture. The front door
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Oak, Teak

Scandinavian 1960s Teak Office Chest of Drawers
Scandinavian 1960s Teak Office Chest of Drawers
H 29.53 in W 17.33 in D 23.63 in
Italian Inlaid Satinwood Cylinder Top Secretary Desk Chest Drawers Dresser Mint!
By Biedermeier
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Italian Inlaid satinwood cylinder top secretary desk chest drawers dresser mint!
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20th Century Italian Regency Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

1980's Campaign Style Bachelor Chest of Drawers
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
Campaign style Bachelors chest with four cock beaded dovetailed drawers boasting fiery Mahogany
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20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Original 1890 Army & Navy C.S.L Stamped Campaign Chest of Drawers Including Desk
By Army & Navy CSL
Located in GB
C.S.L stamped officers Campaign chest of drawers with drop front Birds Eye Maple desk These are
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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Commodes and Chests of ...

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Brass

Antique British Colonial Campaign Secretary Chest of Drawers
Located in Palm Beach, FL
desk in the top with drawers and niches, three storage drawers below, brass hardware, turned feet and
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Antique Early 19th Century English British Colonial Commodes and Chests ...

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Brass

Italian Inlaid and Solid Walnut Wood Chest of drawers with Secretaire
Located in IT
shaped feet. The chest of drawers with Secretaire are very practical and elegant desk models, which have
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Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Walnut Bachelors Chest of Drawers with Brass Handles
Located in Pasadena, CA
Walnut Bachelors Chest of Drawers with Brass Handles. The top opens up to make double the width
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Mid-20th Century American Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Italian Cane/Bamboo Organic Modern Chest of Drawers
By Bielecky Brothers, Dal Vera
Located in Wiesbaden, DE
Amazing Organic midcentury bamboo, Rattan and wicker desk with drawers. This wonderful piece was
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Vintage 1980s Italian Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bamboo, Rattan

18th Century, Italian Walnut Wood Chest of Drawers with Secrétaire
Located in IT
. The chests of drawers with secrétaire are very practical and elegant desk models, which have always
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Antique Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Nutwood

Unusual 18th Century Swedish Provincial Gustavian Chest of Drawers
Located in Mjöhult, SE
Unusual 18th century Swedish provincial Gustavian period bachelor Chest of Drawers with an fold out
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Early 1900's Chippendale Mahogany Highboy Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A beautiful and patinated Early 1900's Chippendale genuine Mahogany highboy chest of drawers in
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Early 20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Hollywood Regency Small Chest of Drawers Made of Gold Lacquered Wood
Located in Doornspijk, NL
characteristic mole on the cheek. They are scattered all-over this small chest of drawers in the shape of a house
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Late 20th Century Dutch Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

"Robot" chest of drawers by Mario Botta, Ed.Alias 1989
By Mario Botta, Alias
Located in Renens, CH
"Robot" chest of drawers by Mario Botta, Ed.Alias 1989. In 1989, the world famous Italian
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Vintage 1980s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Steel

"Optimum" Glass and Walnut Chest of 12 Drawers by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie'
By Dessie Studio, Stephane Lebrun
Located in Brooklyn, NY
assembled in height. Indoor use only. DIMENSIONS of the chest of 12 drawers: D. 19.6", W. 66.9", H. 29.5
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Leather, Glass, Walnut

Queen Anne Chest of Drawer with Writing Desk
Located in Milano, IT
Queen Anne flap supported by shelf feet, on the front it has three drawers surmounted by a pair of
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut, Burl

Queen Anne Chest of Drawer with Writing Desk
Queen Anne Chest of Drawer with Writing Desk
H 39.77 in W 31.5 in D 18.9 in
"Optimum" Glass and Walnut Chest of 10 Drawers by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie'
By Dessie Studio, Stephane Lebrun
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pascoso walnut (1.57" x 1.57") and features 10 drawers placed side by side onto two rows, handles made of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Leather, Glass, Walnut

"Optimum" Glass and Walnut Chest of 14 Drawers by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie'
By Stephane Lebrun, Dessie Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pascoso walnut (1.57" x 1.57") and features 14 drawers placed side by side onto two rows, handles made of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut, Leather, Glass

Antique Campaign Chest with Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Transporting antique campaign chest crafted in mahogany with dramatic wood grains, brass inlays and
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Early 20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Campaign Chest with Desk
Antique Campaign Chest with Desk
H 38 in W 36 in D 19.5 in
French 19th Century Walnut Chest of Drawers with Secretary Drawer
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful walnut chest of drawers with secretary drawer. Impressive design with bronze drawer
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Antique Early 18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

French Apothecary Style Rustic Pine Twelve-Drawer Chest of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
A fantastic 12-drawer file cabinet or apothecary cabinet with fold down desk or work station
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Late 20th Century Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

18th Century Pair of Italian Inlaid Walnut Chests of Drawers with Secretaire
Located in Brescia, IT
storage drawers. Interior desk offers six small drawers. Working locks and keys. One of the pair needs a
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Antique 1770s Italian Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pearwood, Walnut

19th Century Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers/ Writing Commode, Austria ca. 1830
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Fantastic nutwood chest of drawers/ writing commode from the renowed Biedermeier period in Austria
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Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Brass

Antique English Campaign Chest with Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
featuring a pullout desk with drawers and niches over four drawers with brass hardware and block feet.
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Early 20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Composition Chest of Drawer and Writing Desk Designed by Mojmít Požár, 1960s
Located in Praha, CZ
- Made in Czechoslovakia - Made of wood, opaxite glass - Composition has different assembly options - Good, original condition.
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Vintage 1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Early 1900's Chippendale Mahogany Four-Drawer Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A beautiful and patinated Early 1900's Chippendale genuine Mahogany commode chest of drawers in
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Early 20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

19th Century Biedermeier Chest of Drawers/ Writing Commode, Austria, ca. 1830
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Remarkable 19th century nutwood chest of drawers/ writing commode from the early Biedermeier era in
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Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb for Winchendon Twenty Drawer Chest Of Drawers or Credenza
By Paul McCobb
Located in Berlin, DE
Paul McCobb for Winchendon Twenty Drawer Chest Of Drawers or Credenza, USA 1960s. Paul McCobb (1917
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wrought Iron

Fine Chinese Export Camphor Wood Military Secretaire Campaign Chest of Drawers
Located in GB
export, military campaign chest with sliding Secrataire desk and writing slope A very rare and
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

"Calvet" Multi Purpose Chest of Drawers by Jaume Tresserra for Dessie'
By Jaime Tresserra, Dessie Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Calvet" is a multi purpose chest of drawers, designed by Jaume Tresserra and manufactured by
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Steel, Nickel

Bevan Funnell Reprodux Campaign Chest of Drawers Leather Top TV Stand
By Army & Navy CSL, Bevan Funnell Ltd.
Located in GB
desk of drawers with brass fittings and leather top designed to seat a TV. A very good looking and
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21st Century and Contemporary English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Leather, Hardwood

Rare French Art Deco Signed Mercier & Francisque Chaleyssin Chest of Drawers
By Mercier Freres, Francisque Chaleyssin
Located in Forney, TX
A spectacular scarce French Art Deco mahogany tall chest of drawers / semainier commode by
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

Bevan Funnell Military Campaign Chest of Drawers Leather Top TV Stand
By Harrods, Bevan Funnell Ltd.
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely RRP £4500 Bevan Funnell Military Campaign desk of
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20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

19th Century Biedermeier Nutwood Chest of Drawers/ Writing Commode, AT ca. 1840
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Remarkable Austrian Biedermeier chest of drawers/ writing commode veneered with finest nut wood
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Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Brass

Paolo Buffa (Milan 1903/1970) Italian Double Chest of Drawers Cabinet Published
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Madrid, ES
Paolo Buffa ( Milan 1903 / Milan 1970 ) Italian Double Chest of Drawers Cabinet - Published
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20th Century Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

English Campaign Chest With Integrated Writing Desk
Located in Bradenton, FL
Spectacular English Campaign Chest - ship captain's desk / chest in two parts. The top central
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Antique 19th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

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Chest Of Drawers And Desk For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic chest of drawers and desk available at 1stDibs. Each chest of drawers and desk for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and mahogany. There are 1473 variations of the antique or vintage chest of drawers and desk you’re looking for, while we also have 41 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer chest of drawers and desk, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A chest of drawers and desk made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Georgian — is very popular. Poul Cadovius, Royal System and Osvaldo Borsani each produced at least one beautiful chest of drawers and desk that is worth considering.

How Much is a Chest Of Drawers And Desk?

A chest of drawers and desk can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,289, while the lowest priced sells for $49 and the highest can go for as much as $528,456.

Finding the Right storage-case-pieces for You

Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets 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 storage 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. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, 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 Chest Of Drawers And Desk
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A chest of drawers is also sometimes known as a dresser or a bureau. It is a cabinet with several parallel horizontal drawers stacked on top of one another. A chest of drawers is frequently used to store clothing and a variety of personal items. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bachelor’s chest of drawers is a relatively short and shallow chest, usually with three or four drawers. The name refers to their historical use as multi-purpose, space-saving fixtures that are perfect for a bachelor sharing a friend’s flat. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern bachelor’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What a desk with drawers is called depends on its design. One that consists of a tabletop supported by a base with drawers on both sides is a pedestal desk. Pieces that combine lower drawers with overhead cabinets and shelves is a credenza desk. You'll find a large selection of antique and vintage desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A man’s chest of drawers is also known as a gentleman’s chest. It is characterized by its tall cabinet section that hangs clothes like suits and pants, and also features a column of drawers. Shop a collection of gentleman’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The first chest of drawers was invented by Chinese physician Hua Tuo during the 3rd century. In the west, chests of drawers began to appear during the 17th century and rose in popularity from there. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique chests of drawers from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A low chest of drawers is called a lowboy. A lowboy sits at waist height and was a prominent piece of bedroom furniture in the 18th century. These low chests of drawers were a clothing storage solution before tallboys and highboys came into fashion. On 1stDibs, there is a variety of antique and vintage low chests of drawers available for sale.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Dressers are designed to offer a place for you to dress, with the top functioning as a table on which to place your clothing. It will offer space for a mirror, whereas chests of drawers are typically exactly that — they provide ample storage while taking up little floor space. A dresser is usually wide and short, while a chest of drawers is narrow and tall. Both types of furniture are commonly used to store clothing and other items in drawers. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dressers and chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A chest of drawers with a mirror attached is called a bureau. This type of case piece is usually waist-high with a mirror that rests on the top of the structure. They are mainly used in bedrooms. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A tall chest of drawers is known as a standard chest of drawers and also as a vertical chest. These are tall and narrow storage pieces. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage tall chests of drawers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 1, 2024
    Yes, there is a difference between a dresser and a chest of drawers. Dressers are short, and chests of drawers are overall taller pieces of furniture that typically do not have room on the top for a mirror as most dressers do.

    Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This type of case piece was originally a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. 

    Find antique and vintage dressers for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A writing desk with drawers is also called a secretary. It is a desk with drawers, one of which can be pushed out and the front of the desk lowered to create a flat writing surface. These writing desks have been made in a variety of styles over the years. Shop for a variety of writing tables with drawers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Yes, a chest of drawers can be used as a bedside table, provided that you have enough space beside your bed to accommodate it. If you want to be able to easily reach items on the top of the chest, choose a piece that is about 2 to 4 inches taller than your mattress. Shop a variety of bedroom furniture on 1stDibs.

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