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Antique Art Deco Burr Maple Housekeepers Linen Cupboard Chest of Drawers Base
Located in GB
with a chest of drawers base. This is part of a suite, in total I have a side chair, dressing table
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20th Century English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Maple

Majestic chest of drawers designed by Francois Linke & Leon Massagé, Paris
Located in Berlin, DE
Majestic chest of drawers designed by Francois Linke & Leon Massagé, Paris Royal chest of drawers
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20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Brass, 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

Chest of drawers
H 34.65 in W 47.25 in D 21.26 in
21st Century Ourlet Chest of Drawers with Hand-carved Base
By Jumbo Collection
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
wood veneered in tinted maple. Hand-carved base. Inserts in brass and details with gold leaf finishing
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of D...

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
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Stainless Steel

Lenny Chest of Drawers
Lenny Chest of Drawers
H 36.23 in W 70.87 in D 20.67 in
Mid Century Modern Low Commode Chest of Drawers by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage low chest of drawers manufactured by American of Martinsville, circa 1960's. This unique
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Lambs of Manchester Attributed, a Rare Aesthetic Movement Tall Chest of Drawers
By Lamb of Manchester
Located in London, GB
Lambs of Manchester, attributed. A rare Aesthetic Movement, unusually tall chest of drawers made
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Antique Late 19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Commodes and Chests...

Materials

Ash

Chelby Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers chelby with solid wood structure upholstered and covered with genuine Italian
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Chelby Chest of Drawers
Chelby Chest of Drawers
H 29.14 in W 55.12 in D 22.05 in
Tanka Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers Tanka with structure in smocked eucalyptus wood in matte finish, with 5 drawers
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Stainless Steel

Tanka Chest of Drawers
Tanka Chest of Drawers
H 46.46 in W 31.5 in D 20.67 in
Trainer Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of Drawers Trainer with wooden structure. With sides, back and 6 drawers covered with
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Trainer Chest of Drawers
Trainer Chest of Drawers
H 32.68 in W 64.97 in D 21.66 in
Ellite Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers ellite with structure in solid walnut wood, with 4 drawers with dark brown
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Ellite Chest of Drawers
Ellite Chest of Drawers
H 31.5 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in
Tarius Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers Tarius with wooden structure with solid walnut veneer in matte finish. With
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Tarius Chest of Drawers
Tarius Chest of Drawers
H 29.53 in W 51.19 in D 19.69 in
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

Materials

Hardwood

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 4 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
can choose the depth and width of the cabinet, the wood species, and the color of the base. The
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Walnut

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 4 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 4 drawers
H 28.35 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 10 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
can choose the depth and width of the cabinet, the wood species, and the color of the base. The
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Walnut

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 10 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 10 drawers
H 35.44 in W 55.12 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 8 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
can choose the depth and width of the cabinet, the wood species, and the color of the base. The
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Walnut

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 8 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 8 drawers
H 28.35 in W 55.12 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 10 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
can choose the depth and width of the cabinet, the wood species, and the color of the base. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Oak

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 10 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 10 drawers
H 35.44 in W 55.12 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 8 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
can choose the depth and width of the cabinet, the wood species, and the color of the base. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Oak

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 8 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 8 drawers
H 28.35 in W 55.12 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
can choose the depth and width of the cabinet, the wood species, and the color of the base. The
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Walnut

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
H 48.43 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
can choose the depth and width of the cabinet, the wood species, and the color of the base. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Walnut

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
H 35.44 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
can choose the depth and width of the cabinet, the wood species, and the color of the base. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Oak

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
H 48.43 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
can choose the depth and width of the cabinet, the wood species, and the color of the base. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Oak

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
H 35.44 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 4 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
can choose the depth and width of the cabinet, the wood species, and the color of the base. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Oak

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 4 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 4 drawers
H 28.35 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Lenny High Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers Lenny High with structure in veneered walnut wood, with white marble top. Chest
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Stainless Steel

Lenny High Chest of Drawers
Lenny High Chest of Drawers
H 45.67 in W 35.44 in D 20.87 in
Etoile Chest of Drawers by Chiara Provasi
By Chiara Provasi
Located in Milan, IT
A stunning piece of functional decor that will enrich a classic or contemporary bedroom, this chest
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Brass

Etoile Chest of Drawers by Chiara Provasi
Etoile Chest of Drawers by Chiara Provasi
H 39.38 in W 55.12 in D 20.87 in
Victorian Satinwood Chest of Drawers
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5492 Attractive Victorian chest of drawers in satinwood with rounded corners, having oversailing
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Satinwood

Victorian Satinwood Chest of Drawers
Victorian Satinwood Chest of Drawers
H 41.732 in W 42.126 in D 20.079 in
Walnut Case Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of Drawers Walnut Case with black matte lacquered aluminium base and with solid walnut
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Aluminum

Walnut Case Chest of Drawers
Walnut Case Chest of Drawers
H 31.5 in W 51.19 in D 19.69 in
Trendy Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers trendy oak with 7 drawers in solid oak wood, drawers with easy glide system on
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Trendy Oak Chest of Drawers
Trendy Oak Chest of Drawers
H 54.53 in W 25.52 in D 18.23 in
Pine Chest of Four Drawers
Located in Baltimore, MD
This beautifully compact chest of drawers offers attractive and well-made storage for any bedroom
Category

Early 20th Century Danish Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Pine Chest of Four Drawers
Pine Chest of Four Drawers
H 36 in W 37 in D 19 in
Victorian Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
base and original bun feet. This antique chest of drawers retains its original finish which has been
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Antique 19th Century Emirian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Walnut Chest of Drawers
Victorian Walnut Chest of Drawers
H 41.74 in W 40.95 in D 20.08 in
French Country Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
French Country rustic walnut chest of drawers with three drawers, column form styles, with a
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Country Commodes and Chests of ...

Materials

Wood

French Country Chest of Drawers
French Country Chest of Drawers
H 33.25 in W 47.25 in D 19.13 in
Pine Chest of Four Drawers
Located in Baltimore, MD
What an attractive chest of drawers and what beautiful hand-cut dovetailed and pegged construction
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Antique Late 19th Century Danish Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Pine Chest of Four Drawers
Pine Chest of Four Drawers
H 30 in W 40 in D 20 in
Modern Pine Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
A two-drawer chest with mixed materials and inspired by modern-day architecture. Pine veneered case
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Ches...

Materials

Iron

Modern Pine Chest of Drawers
Modern Pine Chest of Drawers
H 32 in W 44 in D 18 in
Antique Victorian Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A very large and extremely well made antique Victorian period chest of drawers. This was made in
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Antique Victorian Chest of Drawers
Antique Victorian Chest of Drawers
H 48.04 in W 44.1 in D 21.26 in
"Il Pezzo 2 Dresser" chest of drawers - walnut - Marquinia marble - brass base
By Il Pezzo Mancante
Located in Firenze, IT
, while the base, crafted from brass, is available in various finishes. Each product shows the “Missing
Category

2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Brass

Maples Mahogany Chest of Drawers
By Maple & Co.
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5220 Edwardian mahogany tall chest of drawers by Maples, having figured top with moulded edge
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Early 20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Maples Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Maples Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 48.5 in W 28 in D 19.5 in
Chest of Drawers Featuring Four Push-Pull Drawers
Located in New York, NY
structure is lacquered in stone grey with two large drawers in oak veneer. The chest comes with four
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Metal

Tallboy Chest of Drawers, Five Push-Pull Drawers
Located in New York, NY
is lacquered in stone grey with five large drawers in oak veneer. The chest comes with five push-pull
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Tallboy Chest of Drawers, Five Push-Pull Drawers
Tallboy Chest of Drawers, Five Push-Pull Drawers
H 43.31 in W 23.63 in D 19.69 in
Victorian Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
on plinth base and original bun feet. This antique chest of drawers retains its original finish which
Category

Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Victorian Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
H 42.126 in W 47.244 in D 21.654 in
Industrial chest of drawers, 1950's
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Industrial chest of drawers from the 1950s. The cabinet is made of pine wood with an iron base. All
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Vintage 1950s French Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Industrial chest of drawers, 1950's
Industrial chest of drawers, 1950's
H 52.76 in W 24.41 in D 15.36 in
Mid Century Kittinger Gold Leaf Chest of Drawers on Antiqued Mirror Base, 1950s
By Kittinger
Located in Boynton Beach, FL
Elegant chest of drawers by Kittinger of Buffalo. Could be used as a console table, mini dresser
Category

Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

Italian chest of drawers, design, 1960
Located in Nice, FR
Italian chest of drawers from the 60s, 6-drawer front, walnut marquetry iron base with wooden shoes
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Fruitwood

Italian chest of drawers, design, 1960
Italian chest of drawers, design, 1960
H 35.44 in W 58.67 in D 19.69 in
1900s French Wooden Chest Of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
This 1900s French Wooden Chest of Drawers exudes classic elegance and utilitarian charm
Category

20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

1900s French Wooden Chest Of Drawers
1900s French Wooden Chest Of Drawers
H 34.3 in W 42.7 in D 20.7 in
19th Century campaign chest of drawers
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful small antique mahogany military campaign chest of drawers in perfect and completely
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Antique 1830s British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century campaign chest of drawers
19th Century campaign chest of drawers
H 35.44 in W 35.83 in D 19.69 in
1910s French Wooden Chest Of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Discover a storied masterpiece for your home with this 1910s French Wooden Chest of Drawers
Category

Early 20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

1910s French Wooden Chest Of Drawers
1910s French Wooden Chest Of Drawers
H 31.4 in W 41.3 in D 19.5 in
Trendy Raw Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers trendy raw oak with 7 drawers in solid raw oak wood, drawers with easy glide
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Trendy Raw Oak Chest of Drawers
Trendy Raw Oak Chest of Drawers
H 54.53 in W 25.52 in D 18.23 in
Danish Chests of Drawers, circa 1750
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Stunning Danish chests of drawers with richly carved base, circa 1750. Probably made for Danish
Category

Antique 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Danish Chests of Drawers, circa 1750
Danish Chests of Drawers, circa 1750
H 39.77 in W 46.46 in D 24.81 in
French Art Deco Chest of Drawers
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
this chest of drawers has four long drawers with brass handles, stands on a quality shaped frame base
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

French Art Deco Chest of Drawers
French Art Deco Chest of Drawers
H 96 in W 110 in D 49 in
Antique Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A superb antique burr walnut chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from around the
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Antique 1890s British Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Antique Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Antique Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
H 52.76 in W 42.13 in D 20.08 in
French Country Chest of Drawers, Whitewash
Located in Westwood, NJ
French Country rustic chest of drawers in our whitewash driftwood finish with three drawers, column
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Country Commodes and Chests of ...

Materials

Wood

French Country Chest of Drawers, Whitewash
French Country Chest of Drawers, Whitewash
H 33.25 in W 47.25 in D 19.13 in
French Country Chest of Drawers, Drift
Located in Westwood, NJ
French Country rustic chest of drawers in our medium driftwood finish with three drawers, column
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Country Commodes and Chests of ...

Materials

Wood

French Country Chest of Drawers, Drift
French Country Chest of Drawers, Drift
H 33.25 in W 47.25 in D 19.13 in
Rustic 19th C. Chest of Drawers
Located in Bridgeport, CT
the drawers, loss to right base molding and loss to front base corner molding, some scrapes to the
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Antique 19th Century Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Rustic 19th C. Chest of Drawers
Rustic 19th C. Chest of Drawers
H 42.5 in W 43.25 in D 20 in
Modern Leather Chest of Drawers, Light
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern Leather Chest of drawers with a shagreen embossed leather wrapped case in our light overcast
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Commodes and Chests of D...

Materials

Leather

Modern Leather Chest of Drawers, Light
Modern Leather Chest of Drawers, Light
H 42.25 in W 50 in D 20 in
19th Century English Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
19th century mahogany chest of drawers from England with a single board top with lovely color and
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century English Chest of Drawers
19th Century English Chest of Drawers
H 31.63 in W 42.5 in D 20.75 in
Modern Leather Chest of Drawers, Dark
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern Leather Chest of drawers with a shagreen embossed leather wrapped case in our dark tempest
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Commodes and Chests of D...

Materials

Leather

Modern Leather Chest of Drawers, Dark
Modern Leather Chest of Drawers, Dark
H 42.25 in W 50 in D 20 in
19th Century French Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
19th century oak chest of drawers from France with a beveled edge around the top, following down to
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Chest of Drawers
19th Century French Chest of Drawers
H 34 in W 45.63 in D 20.63 in
Small Late Empire Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
Small and elegant late empire chest of four drawers. Original black painted pine wood adorned with
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Antique Mid-19th Century European Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Small Late Empire Chest of Drawers
Small Late Empire Chest of Drawers
H 39.77 in W 15.75 in D 11.03 in
Large Antique Victorian Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A large and very impressive antique Victorian chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Large Antique Victorian Chest of Drawers
Large Antique Victorian Chest of Drawers
H 48.04 in W 48.04 in D 20.87 in
George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
A large George III style mahogany bombe form chest of drawers, the rectangular molded edge top
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese George III Commodes and Chests ...

Materials

Wood

17th Century English Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
17th century period Charles II chest of drawers from England made from oak. The top is made from
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Antique 17th Century English Charles II Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

17th Century English Chest of Drawers
17th Century English Chest of Drawers
H 35.25 in W 41.25 in D 21.38 in
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Chest Of Drawers Base For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the chest of drawers base you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, metal and walnut, every chest of drawers base was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a chest of drawers base, we have 4208 options in-stock, while there are 302 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect chest of drawers base — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A chest of drawers base is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, Victorian and Georgian styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one chest of drawers base that is appealing in its simplicity, but Børge Mogensen, American of Martinsville and R & Y Augousti produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Chest Of Drawers Base?

A chest of drawers base can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $4,206, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $586,065.

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 Base
  • 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 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 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 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 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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