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Georgian Bow Chested Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
fronted chest. All drawers run well. They have dust panels which prevents dust from running into the
Category

Antique 17th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Georgian Bow Chested Chest of Drawers
Georgian Bow Chested Chest of Drawers
$5,200
H 41 in W 41.5 in D 20.25 in
1960s Oak Chest of Drawers with Decorative Ironwork
Located in London, London
1960s Oak Chest of Drawers with Decorative Ironwork A distinctive 1960s chest of drawers in solid
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

English Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Woodbury, CT
English, mahogany five-drawer chest with rosewood crossbanded top. Beaded drawers have inset
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

English Mahogany Chest of Drawers
English Mahogany Chest of Drawers
$4,350
H 41.25 in W 42.5 in D 20 in
Small Rococo-Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Greding, DE
Charming hand-painted chest of drawers in the Louis XV style, featuring a serpentine front
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Antique 19th Century European Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Small Rococo-Style Chest of Drawers
Small Rococo-Style Chest of Drawers
$4,457
H 23.23 in W 21.26 in D 14.57 in
1960s Brutalist Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in London, London
1960s Brutalist Oak Chest of Drawers A rugged and quietly sculptural oak chest of drawers from the
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

1960s Brutalist Oak Chest of Drawers
1960s Brutalist Oak Chest of Drawers
$1,638
H 31.89 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in
19th Century mahogany chest of drawers
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 19th Century mahogany bowfront chest of drawers of nice proportions, having a lovely figured
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Antique 1810s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century mahogany chest of drawers
19th Century mahogany chest of drawers
$2,398
H 36.25 in W 41.5 in D 20 in
Mahogany Hepplewhite Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
elegant original splayed feet with attractive shaped apron. A popular design form for chest of drawers
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Antique Late 18th Century English Hepplewhite Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany Hepplewhite Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Mahogany Hepplewhite Serpentine Chest of Drawers
$9,320
H 33.5 in W 39.5 in D 23 in
Swedish 1920s Rococo Style Painted Wood Two-Drawer Chest with Carved Apron
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Rococo style painted wood chest from the early 20th century, with two drawers, carved
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Early 20th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique Louis XV Chest Of Drawers with Marquetry - Italy 18th
Located in Atlanta, GA
palissandre (rosewood) with fine marquetry inlays. This elegant two-drawer chest features a subtly curved
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Antique 18th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Boxwood, Fruitwood, Palisander

18th Century Danish Chest of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
18th century Danish chest of drawers in richly carved bleached oak with curvaceous serpentine
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Antique Mid-18th Century Danish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

18th Century Danish Chest of Drawers
18th Century Danish Chest of Drawers
$6,800
H 39.25 in W 47.25 in D 24.5 in
19th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
19th century mahogany chest of drawers form England with a wonderfully grained top and front. There
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Pine

19th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers
19th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers
$2,695
H 45.5 in W 41.88 in D 18.75 in
18th Century Paneled Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Oak paneled chest of drawers from England, circa 1740-1760. The top has a beveled edge and molded
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

18th Century Paneled Chest of Drawers
18th Century Paneled Chest of Drawers
$4,500
H 34.25 in W 38.75 in D 20.88 in
English 1860s Pine Five-Drawer Chest with Valanced Apron and Wooden Pulls
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English pine chest from the mid-19th century, with five drawers and valanced apron. Born in
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Bow Front Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Folkestone, GB
A superior quality George III period flame figured mahogany chest of four graduated drawers of
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Antique Early 1800s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Bow Front Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Bow Front Mahogany Chest of Drawers
$5,140
H 35.24 in W 40.56 in D 23.63 in
Small Georgian Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
Shaped Apron. A fabulous little chest of drawers, of unusual small proportions and constructed using
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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Small Georgian Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
Small Georgian Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
$7,744
H 31.5 in W 32.5 in D 19 in
19th Century English Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
long graduated drawers with crossbanding. The chest is raised on splay feet flanking a shaped apron, c
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Antique 1820s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

French Antique carved oak chest of drawers
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1900 / Chest of Drawers / Oak / Rustic / Antique French oak chest of drawers with two
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Antique Early 1900s French Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

French Antique carved oak chest of drawers
French Antique carved oak chest of drawers
$2,345
H 32.68 in W 48.43 in D 20.87 in
19th Century French Wooden Chest Of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
This 19th century French wooden chest of drawers exemplifies the opulence of the Rococo Revival
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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Wooden Chest Of Drawers
19th Century French Wooden Chest Of Drawers
$4,995
H 34.1 in W 48.4 in D 21.1 in
Inlaid Bow Front Chest of Drawers
Located in Woodbury, CT
behind the inlay. The bowed apron and splayed legs are classic design elements found in this style chest
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Antique 19th Century British William IV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Inlaid Bow Front Chest of Drawers
Inlaid Bow Front Chest of Drawers
$6,400
H 40 in W 41 in D 20.25 in
Early 20th Century Folky Chest of Drawers
Located in Chicago, IL
Charming and full of character, this early 20th-century American chest of drawers showcases a
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Vintage 1930s American Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Early 20th Century Folky Chest of Drawers
Early 20th Century Folky Chest of Drawers
$4,800
H 35.5 in W 42 in D 20 in
19th century French palisander chest of drawers with faux marble top
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century French palisander chest of drawers with faux marble top circa 1870. Stunning french
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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests o...

Materials

Palisander, Paint

A Danish Biedermeier Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in San Francisco, CA
the handsome chest constructed during the Golden Age of Danish furniture (1800-1850) and composed
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Antique Early 19th Century Danish Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Mahogany

A Danish Biedermeier Mahogany Chest of Drawers
A Danish Biedermeier Mahogany Chest of Drawers
$6,850
H 35 in W 31.75 in D 18.5 in
Fine Georgian mahogany serpentine chest of drawers
Located in Folkestone, GB
drawers with tulipwood banding to the drawers and upper apron. Of excellent long, low proporions and
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Antique 18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

1850s French Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Indulge in the timeless allure of this 1850s French Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers, a masterpiece of
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Antique Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of...

Materials

Wood

1850s French Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers
1850s French Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers
$4,995
H 29.5 in W 38.2 in D 21.3 in
18th Century mahogany bowfront chest of drawers
Located in Martlesham, GB
18th Century mahogany bowfront chest of drawers, having a nice figured top with a moulded edge
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Antique 1780s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Louis XV Provincial Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Louis XV provincial walnut 3 drawer chest of drawers, early 19th century. With an overhanging
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Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Louis XV Provincial Walnut Chest of Drawers
Louis XV Provincial Walnut Chest of Drawers
$5,000
H 36 in W 47 in D 24 in
Large English Bow Front Chest of Drawers of Mahogany
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English bow-front chest of mahogany featuring a bowed top over four beaded drawers with
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Brass

Large English Bow Front Chest of Drawers of Mahogany
Large English Bow Front Chest of Drawers of Mahogany
$4,895
H 42 in W 36.25 in D 21.25 in
Baroque Commode / Chest of Drawers, 18th Century.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
serpentine front façade. Each of the drawers and the sides are adorned with painted arabesque and linear
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Antique Late 18th Century French Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Paint

Baroque Commode / Chest of Drawers, 18th Century.
Baroque Commode / Chest of Drawers, 18th Century.
$4,500
H 32.5 in W 50.25 in D 27 in
18th Century Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Martlesham, GB
Superb quality 18th century mahogany serpentine chest of drawers, the lovely figured and
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Antique 1780s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers
18th Century Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers
$5,414
H 34.5 in W 39.75 in D 20.5 in
Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers will make a great addition to the room! Classic
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Early 20th Century French Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
$2,980
H 35.5 in W 39 in D 17.5 in
Antique Louis Philippe Style Burl Walnut Chest of Drawers with Marble Top
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Antique Louis Philippe Style Burl Walnut and Walnut Chest of Drawers With Marble Top, 19th century
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Antique 19th Century European Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers represents a nice departure from dark-stained
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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests o...

Materials

Brass

Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
$2,980
H 33.5 in W 47 in D 24.5 in
Dutch Baroque-style Chest of Drawers, 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Dutch four-drawer Baroque-style chest in trapezoidal form, featuring the characteristic serpentine
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Antique 19th Century Dutch Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Dutch Baroque-style Chest of Drawers, 19th Century
Dutch Baroque-style Chest of Drawers, 19th Century
$2,580
H 31.5 in W 42.13 in D 21.66 in
1820s Dutch Baroque Mahogany Bombe Chest Of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
This 1820s Dutch Baroque bombe chest of drawers is a masterful example of early 19th-century
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Antique Early 19th Century Dutch Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

1820s Dutch Baroque Mahogany Bombe Chest Of Drawers
1820s Dutch Baroque Mahogany Bombe Chest Of Drawers
$4,995
H 33.9 in W 39.4 in D 23.4 in
Louis XV French Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Viterbo, VT
of overlay drawers, on the top and bottom the chest has as single, large drawer, whereas in the
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Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Louis XV French Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers
Louis XV French Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers
$3,343
H 36.89 in W 50.99 in D 23.04 in
19th Century Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers is the ideal choice for style and storage
Category

Antique 1870s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

18th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers Circa 1790
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite 18th-century Swedish chest of drawers, circa 1790, exemplifies the timeless elegance
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Antique 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

18th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers Circa 1790
18th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers Circa 1790
$6,950
H 33 in W 61 in D 26.75 in
18th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers Circa 1760
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite 18th-century Swedish chest of drawers, circa 1760, is a beautiful example of the
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Antique 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

18th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers Circa 1760
18th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers Circa 1760
$5,950
H 30.75 in W 44 in D 24.75 in
19th Century Bow Front Inlay Chest of Drawers
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A fine quality mid-19th-century bow-fronted chest of drawers, crafted from beautifully figured
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Early Victorian Commodes and Chests of ...

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Bow Front Inlay Chest of Drawers
19th Century Bow Front Inlay Chest of Drawers
$4,112
H 38.59 in W 41.74 in D 20.87 in
Large Antique Five Drawers Chest
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Wonderful chest of drawers. This is an amazing antique piece made of fruitwood. It has a classic
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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests o...

Materials

Fruitwood

Large Antique Five Drawers Chest
Large Antique Five Drawers Chest
$2,800
H 44 in W 47.5 in D 21 in
Magnificent 1933 Brazilian Empire-style Chest of Drawers
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
This 1933 Brazilian Empire-style chest of drawers is a stunning example of classic craftsmanship
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Vintage 1930s Brazilian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Magnificent 1933 Brazilian Empire-style Chest of Drawers
Magnificent 1933 Brazilian Empire-style Chest of Drawers
$4,530
H 47.84 in W 46.93 in D 24.69 in
18th century Swedish Serpentine Front Chest of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
original bronze hardware and intricate carved apron on bun feet. Chest of drawers is in two parts. Sweden
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Antique 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Exquisite Inlaid 19th Century French Chest of Drawers with Ormolu Mounts
Located in Hopewell, NJ
the apron. #6056.
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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Satinwood

Early 19th Century Empire Walnut Chest of Drawers with Marble on top
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
19th Century Empire Walnut Chest of Drawers with Marble on top France, 1810 Walnut Antique Chest
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Antique 1810s French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

American 18th Century Federal Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Carmel, CA
Sheraton style chest with four graduated drawers with inlay banding and cock beading about the
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Antique Late 18th Century American Federal Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Decorative 18th Century mahogany bowfront chest of drawers
Located in Martlesham, GB
A highly decorative 18th Century mahogany bowfront chest of drawers, having a nice figured and
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Antique 18th Century British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century French Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Embark on a journey of refinement with this 19th Century French Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers
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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

19th Century French Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers
19th Century French Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers
$4,995
H 34.25 in W 49.02 in D 20.28 in
1960s Italian White Patinated Wooden Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
gold accents meticulously gracing every inch. The chest features three drawers, each adorned with dual
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

American Georgian Antique Mahogany Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Suffolk, GB
Fine American antique mahogany bowfront chest of drawers having a lovely quality bow front top
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Antique Late 18th Century American Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Pair of 19th Century Swedish Chests of Drawers Circa 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
A classic pair of 19th-century Gustavian-style chests of drawers, circa 1880-1890, crafted from
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Pair of 19th Century Swedish Chests of Drawers Circa 1880
Pair of 19th Century Swedish Chests of Drawers Circa 1880
$8,500 / set
H 31 in W 49.75 in D 17.75 in
Antique Country French Painted Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Painted Commode ~ Chest of Drawers features subtle styling and a beautiful
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Early 20th Century French Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique French Louis XIV Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XIV Commode ~ Chest of Drawers is a great choice for adding timeless style
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Mahogany Hepplewhite Chest Drawers Serpentine
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers with Hepplewhite influences. Standing on splay feet with a
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Vintage 1910s Hepplewhite Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Rosewood

Mahogany Hepplewhite Chest Drawers Serpentine
Mahogany Hepplewhite Chest Drawers Serpentine
$2,796
H 31.5 in W 28.5 in D 19.5 in
Neapolitan Chest of Drawers in Walnut with Plum Wood Inlay, Italy, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite 19th-century Neapolitan chest of drawers is a masterful example of Italian
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Antique 19th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

18th Century George III Walnut Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is a mellow late 18th century George III walnut serpentine chest of drawers with rosewood
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Antique 19th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Tall Louis Philippe Style Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Asheville, NC
Monumental carved mahogany and flame mahogany veneer chest of drawers, bookmatched veneer on the
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Antique 19th Century French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Mid-19th Century Louis-Philippe Chest of Drawers in Bookmatched Walnut Burl with
Located in SAINT-CLÉMENT-DE-LA-PLACE, FR
An exquisite Louis-Philippe period chest of drawers, circa 1850, crafted in beautifully bookmatched
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Antique 1840s French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

18th Century george III mahogany chest of drawers
Located in London, GB
A mid-18th century George III period well figured mahogany serpentine chest, having tulipwood cross
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Antique Mid-18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Boxwood, Mahogany, Tulipwood

18th Century george III mahogany chest of drawers
18th Century george III mahogany chest of drawers
$12,062
H 33.5 in W 39 in D 20.5 in
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Chest Of Drawers With Apron For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the chest of drawers with apron you’re looking for. A chest of drawers with apron — often made from wood, metal and walnut — can elevate any home. Find 2388 options for an antique or vintage chest of drawers with apron now, or shop our selection of 9 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer chest of drawers with apron, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A chest of drawers with apron is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in louis xv, Georgian and Louis XVI styles are sought with frequency. Baker Furniture Company, Drexel and Henredon each produced at least one beautiful chest of drawers with apron that is worth considering.

How Much is a Chest Of Drawers With Apron?

Prices for a chest of drawers with apron start at $325 and top out at $583,569 with the average selling for $4,996.

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 With Apron
  • 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 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 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 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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