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19th Century Swedish Black Bow Front Small Chest of Three Drawers or Nightstand
Located in Round Top, TX
function of this pine chest of drawers. Key included as decorative accent. Please refer to professional
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Marble Top Serpentine Front Chest of Drawers, Greek Key Brass Hardware
Located in Miami, FL
Marble Top Serpentine Front Chest of Drawers, Greek Key Brass Hardware Offered for sale is an
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Late 20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Brass

Midcentury Black and Brass Keys Commodes and Chest of Drawers, 1970
Located in Rome, IT
, with two drawers that can be opened using two splendid brass keys. Under the chest of drawers there are
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique circa 1860 Walnut & Marble Topped Chest of Drawers with Original Key
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
drawers with the original key A very good looking and well made piece, this is Biedermeier furniture at
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Antique 1860s European High Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Pair of 1940's Kittinger Mandarin Greek Key Chests
By Kittinger
Located in Hanover, MA
Fabulous over-sized chest of drawers/dresser by Kittinger from their earliest Mandarin collection
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Kittinger Chest with Greek Key Pulls
By Kittinger Furniture Company
Located in New York, NY
Hollywood Regency chest of drawers in a sophisticated Ivory lacquer with contrasting stylized Greek
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20th Century American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Kittinger Chest with Greek Key Pulls
Kittinger Chest with Greek Key Pulls
H 32 in W 44 in D 18.5 in
Vintage Bamboo Chest with Greek Key Design
Located in Houston, TX
Vintage bamboo chest with Greek key design. This versatile mid-century bamboo chest, side table
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Vintage 1950s British Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bamboo

Vintage Bamboo Chest with Greek Key Design
Vintage Bamboo Chest with Greek Key Design
H 28.25 in W 18.25 in D 12.75 in
Antique Dutch Baroque Commode Chest of Three Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
This striking baroque chest of drawers with brass key escutcheons is from Holland. The remarkable
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Antique Early 19th Century Dutch Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Paint, Wood

Inlaid Mahogany Empire Chest of Drawers, Denmark circa 1810
Located in Round Top, TX
exceptional inlaid chest of drawers. Skeleton key will be included to use as pull, locks do not function
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Antique Early 19th Century Danish Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany, Satinwood

20th Century Wood Italian Design Chest of Drawers, 1970
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
excellent capacity with golden brass handles. Without keys, chest of drawers with wooden top in character
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Late 20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Pair of Swedish Neoclassical Style 19th Century Chests with Painted Greek Keys
Located in Atlanta, GA
Greek Key friezes and three drawers each. Indulge in the timeless allure of Swedish design with this
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Alvar Aalto HB96 Chest of Drawers by Artek in 1960s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Espoo, FI
Artek HB96 chest of drawers with a key. Design by Alvar Aalto. All drawers can be locked by locking
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Vintage 1960s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birch

Stunning Antique George III Figured Chest on Chest with Greek Key Moulded Top
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Antique Hand Crafted English George III Figured Mahogany Chest on Chest, With Greek Key Moulded
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Antique 19th Century British George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Small Oak Rococo Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden circa 1800-40
Located in Round Top, TX
A small oak rococo chest of three drawers with brass key escutcheons. The scalloped edge is carried
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Small Oak Painted Rococo Chest of Three Drawers, Denmark circa 1800
Located in Round Top, TX
A small oak rococo chest of three drawers with brass key escutcheons. The scalloped edge is carried
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Antique Early 19th Century Danish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Painted Pine Gustavian Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden circa 1840-60
Located in Round Top, TX
Gustavian painted pine chest of three drawers with "Greek key" or meander design along top and pair
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Pair of Architect Meyer H Loomstein White Lacquered Chests with Greek Key Frames
By Grosfeld House
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of classical modern matching chests designed by St. Louis Modernist Architect Meyer H
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Lucite, Lacquer

Hollywood Regency Cabinet, Marble, Bronze, Greek Key Motif, Chest, 1970s
By Maison Jansen
Located in Manhasset, NY
Hollywood Regency Ebonized Cabinet / Commode, Greek Key Motif, Bronze Mounted A fine ebony Jansen
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Late 20th Century European Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Exquisite Restored Landstrom Eight-Drawer Chest with Greek Key Handles
By Landstrom Furniture
Located in Atlanta, GA
An absolutely gorgeous eight eight-drawer chest by Landstrom, circa 1950. Landstrom was a boutique
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Copper

Small Blue Painted Rococo Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden circa 1850-70
Located in Round Top, TX
A small pine rococo chest of three drawers with brass key escutcheons. The scalloped edge is
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Pair Greek Key Mandarin Chest Designed by Kittinger, 1940's Modernist
By Kittinger Furniture Company
Located in Buffalo, NY
Fabulous pair / chest of drawers or dresser by Kittinger from their earliest Mandarin collection
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Stunning Greek Key Tall Mandarin Chest Designed by Kittinger 1940s Modern
By Kittinger
Located in Buffalo, NY
Fabulous tall chest of drawers/dresser by Kittinger from their earliest Mandarin collection with
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

19th C. Chippendale Style Mahogany Ball and Claw Highboy Tall Chest of Drawers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
chest of drawers. Comes with two keys. Circa Late 19th Century. Measurements: 87" H x 44" W x 23" D.
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Mahogany

Tortoise Wood Bronze Mounted Greek Key Design Commode / Chest Manner Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Manhasset, NY
drawers under a single bronze framed upper drawer with Greek Key design. The front flanked by column-form
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Gustavian Style 19th Century Painted Swedish Chests with Carved Greek Key Frieze
Located in Atlanta, GA
painted finish, carved Greek Key frieze, two drawers and tapered legs. Step into the epitome of 19th
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Tall Mid-Century Modern Chest with Greek Key motive. Manufacture by Kittinger.
By Kittinger
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Tall Mid-Century Modern Chest with Greek Key motive. Manufacture by Kittinger, The Mandarin Line
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Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Swedish Gustavian Style 1860s Painted Three-Drawer Chest with Greek Key Frieze
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian style painted wood chest from the mid 19th century, with Greek Key frieze
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Exquisite Greek Key Chest in African Mahogany by John Stuart, circa 1960
By John Stuart
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning 12-drawer chest by John Stuart, circa 1960. Stout, expertly constructed case executed in
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

X Pulls Mid Century Modern High Chest Dresser Greek Key Style Feet
By Paul Frankl
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Burl wood high chest with Greek key style feet.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Antique Walnut 4 Drawer Commode with Original Key
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Handsome medium sized walnut commode having 4 drawers and nicely shaped top. Original key works on
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Antique 19th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Gustavian, Swedish Commodes, Blue Paint Distressed, Brass, Sweden, Greek Key
Located in Manhasset, NY
Gustavian, Swedish Commodes, Chests or Nightstands, Blue Paint Distressed, Brass, Sweden, 19th/20th
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Walnut Three Drawer Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A French 19th Century inlaid three-drawer chest of drawers. With Greek key decoration. Circa 1890.
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Antique Late 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

19th Century French Walnut Three Drawer Commode
19th Century French Walnut Three Drawer Commode
H 31.11 in W 42.13 in D 22.05 in
Italian Empire Style Commode
Located in Houston, TX
1900s Italian Empire mahogany chest of drawers with gilt bronze ormolu, keys and black marble top.
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Antique 19th Century Italian Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Ormolu

Italian Empire Style Commode
Italian Empire Style Commode
H 33.63 in W 47.38 in D 12.63 in
20th Century Walnut, Burl and Fruitwood Italian Design Dresser with Mirror, 1950s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Chest of drawers with mirror, Italy, mid-20th century. Italian design furniture of fabulous line
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Vintage 1950s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

20th Spanish Dresser in Carved Wood with Marble Top and Four Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
. Original marble top in excellent condition. Four drawer dresser with working key. Chest of drawers with a
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Dressers

Materials

Wood

Early 20th Century Solid Mahogany Chippendale Dresser
Located in Southampton, NJ
An exceptional early 20th Century solid Mahogany Chippendale style dresser chest of drawers with
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Early 20th Century American Chippendale Dressers

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Brass

Empire Secretary Desk, France 19th century
Located in Belmont, MA
architectural presence. We offer a matching Empire chest of drawers from the dame provenance. Key Features
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Antique 1810s French Empire Secretaires

Materials

Marble

Empire Secretary Desk, France 19th century
Empire Secretary Desk, France 19th century
H 56.7 in W 38.19 in D 18.12 in
19th Century German Gründerzeit Solid Oak Wood Chest of Drawers Locks and Keys
Located in Osnabrück, DE
This gracefully worked, chest of drawers with all, original preserved fittings and locks and the
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Antique 1870s German Renaissance Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Pair of Kittinger Two Tone, Greek Key Chests
By Kittinger
Located in Hudson, NY
Pair of green on green Greek key three drawer chests by Kittinger. Excellent as found condition
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Georgian Mahogany Chest on Chest with Key Pattern Decoration
Located in Salisbury, GB
A Georgian mahogany chest on chest with key pattern decoration on the cornice, fluted canted
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Antique Early 19th Century Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Brunel Chest of Drawers in European Sycamore Designed by Sir Terence Conran
By Sir Terence Conran, BENCHMARK
Located in Saffron Walden, GB
A fine chest of drawers in sycamore with the key doubling as the handle. Available with three
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Early 2000s British Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Sycamore

Sideboard Ash, Danish Design, 1960s, Producer Hundevad, Designer Carlo Jensen
By Hundevad & Co., Carlo Jensen
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
, thanks to which we have access to the entire interior of the chest of drawers. Key included in the set
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Sideboards

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Ash

Swedish Painted Chest
Located in San Francisco, CA
Early 19th Century Painted Swedish Chest of Drawers. Original lock and key hardware with brass
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Cabinets

Materials

Wood

Swedish Painted Chest
Swedish Painted Chest
H 28.5 in W 43 in D 17.2 in
Teak Dresser
Located in Paris, FR
Dresser in teak wood. Chest of four drawers with key. Danish furniture manufacturer. Measures: H
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Vintage 1950s Dressers

Teak Dresser
Teak Dresser
H 29.93 in W 31.11 in D 15.75 in
Secretary Mahogany, Danish Design, 1960s
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
the chest of drawers as a handy desk. Key in the set. Condition: The surface of the secretary after
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Secretaires

Materials

Mahogany

Secretary Mahogany, Danish Design, 1960s
Secretary Mahogany, Danish Design, 1960s
H 67.72 in W 37.41 in D 14.97 in
Cabinet Black Ash, Danish Design, 1970s
Located in Szczecin, Zachodniopomorskie
opening doors, thanks to which we have access to the entire interior of the chest of drawers. A key is
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets

Materials

Ash

Cabinet Black Ash, Danish Design, 1970s
Cabinet Black Ash, Danish Design, 1970s
H 25.99 in W 35.44 in D 12.21 in
Key Motif Lacquer Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Key Motif Lacquer Chest of Drawers Three-Drawer Geometric Chest of Drawers with lacquer finish
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Key Motif Lacquer Chest of Drawers
Key Motif Lacquer Chest of Drawers
H 39 in W 43 in D 19.5 in L 39 in
Greek key motif Kittinger chest of drawers
Located in New York, NY
Posh black and white chest of drawers, with horizontal Greek key motif. Three drawers. Just
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Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Danish Rococo chest of drawers with key
Located in San Marino, CA
A Danish Rococo chest of drawers, consisting of four drawers, with gilt bronze hardware and gilt
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Antique 18th Century Danish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Danish Rococo chest of drawers with key
Danish Rococo chest of drawers with key
H 39.25 in W 46.5 in D 23.5 in
Kittinger Greek Key Front Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Fully restored 5 drawer chest of drawers in almond lacquer with espresso brown pulls and border
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20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

1960's Teak & Brass Tallboy Chest of Drawers
By Golden Key Furniture Co
Located in London, GB
A beautiful and very well made vintage tallboy chest of drawers in teak and brass. This was made in
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Ebonized Oriental Inspired Greek Key Chest of Drawers
Located in North York, ON
wooden body is divided into two top drawers and eight lower drawer compartments, featuring round brass
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Late 20th Century Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Greek key motif Kittinger pair of chest of drawers
Located in New York, NY
Posh black and white pair, with horizontal Greek key motif. Three drawers. Sold individually or as
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Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Greek Key Motif Kittinger Pair of Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Posh black and white pair, with horizontal Greek key motif. Three drawers. Sold individually or as
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Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

18th Century Danish Rococo Chest of Drawers with Key
Located in San Marino, CA
A Danish rococo chest of drawers, consisting of four drawers, with gilt bronze hardware and gilt
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Antique 18th Century Danish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Pair of Greek Key Chest of Drawers in the Style of Kittinger
By Kittinger
Located in Peabody, MA
Pair of Hollywood Regency style Greek Key three drawer dressers in the manner of Kittinger, ca
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Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Italian antique chest of drawers in wood with two drawers and keys, late 1800s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian antique chest of drawers in wood with two drawers and keys, late 1800s Finely crafted
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Antique 1890s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Antique French Country Chest of Drawers Lingerie Cabinet Nightstand with Keys
Located in Tyler, TX
BEAUTIFUL Antique French Country Oak Chest of Drawers Lingerie Cabinet~~3 Drawers ~~HIGHLY CARVED
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Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Circa 1810 Channel Island Chest of Drawers with Greek Key Stringing
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1810 Channel Islands 4-drawer chest of drawers, English. Mahogany. Chestnut drawer lining
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Antique Early 19th Century Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Rare Victorian Mahogany Wellington Tallboy Chest of Drawers with Original Key
By Wellington
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this original Victorian mahogany Wellington chest of drawers
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

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Chest Of Drawers Key For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the chest of drawers key you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Each chest of drawers key for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and brass. Find 79 options for an antique or vintage chest of drawers key now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect chest of drawers key — 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 key made by Hollywood Regency designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. Kittinger, Kittinger Furniture Company and Again & Again each produced at least one beautiful chest of drawers key that is worth considering.

How Much is a Chest Of Drawers Key?

Prices for a chest of drawers key start at $1,450 and top out at $49,950 with the average selling for $5,850.

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 Of Drawers Key
  • 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 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
    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 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify an antique chest of drawers, look inside and beneath drawers and on the back and bottom for any type of maker's marking. Researching these marks using trusted online resources may allow you to determine who produced your chest and roughly date your piece. If your chest is at least 100 years old, it is an antique. Should you be unable to locate the maker's marks, look at the hardware. Rose head nails, one-piece cast brass pommels on the drawer handles and circular rather than hexagonal bolts may all indicate that a piece is an antique. Keep in mind that hardware may have been replaced at some point and that there are many reproductions of antique furnishings. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer complete the identification process if you're unable to identify your chest via the maker's markings. Find a range of antique chests of drawers 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 ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What a large chest of drawers is called depends on its proportions. In the United States, a wide piece about waist-high is usually called a dresser. A tall, thin chest of drawers is typically referred to as a highboy. On 1stDibs, you can find a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary chests of drawers.
  • 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 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 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 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The difference between a bureau, a chest of drawers and a dresser comes down to shape and function. Dressers and chests of drawers are both types of bedroom furniture that feature storage drawers. However, bureaus tend to be wider and shorter, while chests of drawers are narrower and taller. Often used for storage outside of bedrooms, bureaus are usually about the same height as dressers but are shorter than chests of drawers. Find a wide range of casegoods 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The difference between a dresser, a bureau and a chest of drawers is where you place these furnishings and their overall shapes and designs. Usually positioned in a bedroom, a dresser is a wide, low casegood consisting of two or more columns of drawers. When this type of furniture is placed in a living room, office, library or other space beyond the bedroom, people normally refer to it as a bureau. Another type of bedroom furnishing is a chest of drawers, which is a tall vertical column of drawers stacked one above the other. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dressers, bureaus and chests of drawers.

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

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

Meet the Incredible Woman Transforming Fallen Trees into Sleek Furniture

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

These New York Architects Love a Complicated Project

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