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Finest Quality Antique 1830 Flamed Hardwood Wellington Chest of Drawers Bookcase
Located in GB
chest of drawers with bookcase middle This is one of the finest quality antiques I have ever seen
Category

Antique 1830s English William IV Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood

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

Materials

Steel, Nickel

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

Materials

Wood

Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Rosewood Chest of Drawers by Kai Kristiansen
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This elegant chest of drawers was designed during the 1960s by Kai Kristiansen for the Danish
Category

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

Materials

Wood, Rosewood

"Tecnica" High Walnut Chest of Nine Drawers by Jaume Tresserra for Dessie'
By Dessie Studio, Jaime Tresserra
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Tecnica" is a high chest of nine drawers in walnut, designed by Jaume Tresserra and manufactured
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Micheal Taylor for Baker Furniture Chest Bookcase Far East Collection
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Germantown, MD
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Co. Far East Collection 4 piece chest of drawers / Bookcase
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

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

Materials

Leather, Glass, Walnut

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

Materials

Steel, Nickel

"Optimum" Glass and Walnut Chest of 10 Drawers by Stephane Lebrun for Dessie'
By Dessie Studio, Stephane Lebrun
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pascoso walnut (1.57" x 1.57") and features 10 drawers placed side by side onto two rows, handles made of
Category

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

Materials

Leather, Glass, Walnut

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

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

Materials

Walnut, Leather, Glass

"Planera Calvet" Multi Purpose Chest of 19 Drawers by J. Tresserra for Dessie'
By Jaime Tresserra, Dessie Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Planera Calvet" is a multi purpose chest of 19 drawers, designed by Jaume Tresserra and
Category

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

Materials

Steel, Nickel

Paul McCobb 2 pc. Bookcase / Chest from the Planner Group Collection
By Paul McCobb
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted solid medium toned maple wood two piece three drawer chest with matching
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Aluminum

19th Century Empire Mahogany Bureau Secretary with Bookcase
Located in Miami, FL
flanked by sliding storage compartments, as well as a series of small interior drawers around a central
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Modular Wall Unit Landform Night System 5 with Drawers and Desk Made with Oak
Located in Seroa, PT
) Chest of drawers - 180 x 50 x H60 cm Mate Beige lacquered (SCL-03) With black metal handles (SCM-16
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Commodes an...

Materials

Oak, Lacquer

19thc Italian Hand Carved Bookcase Commode
Located in Pasadena, CA
19thc Italian Hand Carved Bookcase Commode. The shelves are adjustable within the top half. The
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Early 20th Century Italian Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Satinwood Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase Chest Drawers Gillows Lancaster Georgian
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Dublin, Ireland
A very fine example of a George III Sheraton Period West Indian Satinwood Secretaire Bookcase of
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Antique Late 18th Century Irish Georgian Bookcases

Materials

Satinwood, Mahogany

"Tecnica" Castored Walnut Drawers Unit Designed by Jaume Tresserra for Dessie'
By Jaime Tresserra, Dessie Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Tecnica" is a drawers unit, designed by Jaume Tresserra and manufactured by Dessie', featuring
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Unique Pair of Rosewood Consoles by Arch. Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1950s, Rare
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Forest, BE
creation of his works, whether they are chairs, sideboards, desks or bookcases. In 1956 he designed his
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Fruitwood

Pair of Rosewood Nightstands by Arch. Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1950s, Rare
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Forest, BE
creation of his works, whether they are chairs, sideboards, desks or bookcases. In 1956 he designed his
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood

RARE 19TH CENTURY HARDWOOD PIERCED BRONZED DOOR BOOKCASE WiTH CHEST OF DRAWERS
Located in GB
mahogany with bronzed gold gilding pierced metal work doors and fittings bookcase sitting on a large chest
Category

Antique 19th Century European Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood

1960s Open Bookcase with Chest of Drawers by Vittorio Dassi for G. Cecchini & C.
By Vittorio Dassi
Located in Vigonza, Padua
1960s Open Bookcase with Chest of Drawers by Vittorio Dassi for G. Cecchini and C in Massive and
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

French Modern Tall Blonde Parquetry Cabinet, Mini Armoire W/ Nickel Trim
Located in New York City, NY
, Apothecary Cabinet, Blanket Chest, Bookcase, Buffet, Cabinet, Commodes and Chests of Drawers, Credenza
Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Nickel

18th C. French Louis XVI Tall Secretaire (Retains Original Leather on Desk-Top)
Located in Atlanta, GA
bonnet over an upper recessed bookcase with elegant recessed panel front doors, a mid-section with drop
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Spruce Wood Small Commode, 1940s
Located in Lisbon, PT
An elegant light color spruce wood support piece with a bookcase on the left side and door on the
Category

20th Century Portuguese Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Tin

Art Deco Spruce Wood Small Commode, 1940s
Art Deco Spruce Wood Small Commode, 1940s
H 22.05 in W 19.69 in D 11.82 in
Art Deco Spruce Wood Small Commode, 1940s
Located in Lisbon, PT
An elegant spruce wood light color support piece with four bookcases and a large door. Small piece
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20th Century Portuguese Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

 Art Deco Spruce Wood Small Commode, 1940s
 Art Deco Spruce Wood Small Commode, 1940s
H 22.05 in W 31.11 in D 13.78 in
Rosewood floating Nightstand/console by Arch. Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 50s, Rare
By Kai Kristiansen, Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Forest, BE
rosewood in the creation of his works, whether they are chairs, sideboards, desks or bookcases. In 1956 he
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood

Gilbert Rohde Paldao Cabinet for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Gilbert Rohde
Located in Hanover, MA
Gilbert Rohde designed this chest for Herman Miller as part of his 1941 Paldao Line of streamline
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

George III Thomas Chippendale Hardwood Bookcase on Serpentine Chest Drawers
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in GB
bookcase on serpentine chest of drawers A glorious find, truly stunning, after original Thomas
Category

Antique 19th Century English George III Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood

Danish Pine Wall Unit with Bookshelf and Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Danish pine wall unit of pitch pine consisting of bookcase and chest of drawers. Handles and
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Pine, Wood

English 19th Century Mahogany Bookcase Chest
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A rare English mahogany chest of drawers with a bookcase top. This cabinet has two glass front
Category

Antique 19th Century English Other Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

George I Walnut Double Dome Bookcase on Chest
Located in Cheltenham, GB
"Presenting an exceptional and original George I Walnut Double Dome Bookcase on Chest, crafted
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Antique 1710s British George I Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

George I Walnut Double Dome Bookcase on Chest
George I Walnut Double Dome Bookcase on Chest
H 86.23 in W 37.8 in D 19.3 in
Huge Gothic Revival Antique Hand Cavred English Oak Library Bookcase Inc Drawers
Located in GB
English oak open library bookcase with chest of drawer’s base This piece is a whopper, its 8’7 feet
Category

Antique 19th Century English Gothic Revival Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Bespoke Asymmetrical Bookcase of solid walnut.
By Jonathan Field
Located in London, GB
other being a chest of drawers with a similar look that would be stand-out pieces in their carefully
Category

2010s English Modern Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Bespoke Asymmetrical Bookcase of solid walnut.
Bespoke Asymmetrical Bookcase of solid walnut.
H 26.78 in W 82.68 in D 13.78 in
19C Irish Georgian Style Secretary Bookcase
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING a STUNNING 19C Irish Georgian Style Secretary Bookcase. From circa 1850-60 and most
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Irish George III Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany, Satinwood

19C Irish Georgian Style Secretary Bookcase
19C Irish Georgian Style Secretary Bookcase
H 87 in W 84.75 in D 20.75 in
Living room and bookcase set Attr. a Acerbis black with display cabinet
By Acerbis
Located in Milano, IT
cabinet, seamlessly blending style and functionality. The low chest of drawers, devoid of conventional
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Space Age Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Wenge Wood Bookcase/Secretary by Hundevad
By Hundevad & Co.
Located in VANCOUVER, CA
combination of a dresser, drop down desk and bookshelf, all in one! Robust, sleek chest of drawers with
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Mirror, Wenge

George III Secretaire Bookcase, 18th Century
Located in Southall, GB
A late 18th century George III mahogany secretaire chest with a bookcase top. The secretaire
Category

Antique 18th Century English Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

George III Secretaire Bookcase, 18th Century
George III Secretaire Bookcase, 18th Century
H 86.62 in W 45.28 in D 23.23 in
Gothic Mahogany Secretaire and Bookcase, Original Glass
Located in Port Chester, NY
cubbies and small drawers. Classic three over three chest construction at bottom. Period features include
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

Miniature English Antique Mahogany Secretary Bookcase ca. 1800
Located in Shippensburg, PA
manner identical to the full sized secretary desks and bookcases. The bottom chest of drawers features
Category

Antique 19th Century English George III Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Nordic Scandinavian Style Stripes Bookcase from the 1960s
Located in Padova, IT
. Shelf with mini chest of drawers. Essential, light and elegant design. Due to its size and image, it
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal

Pierre Balmain Vintage Bookcase in Wood and Glass
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Milano, IT
chest of 4 large drawers. The knobs of each door and display case are made of gilded brass in vintage
Category

Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

Vintage Italian Wood & Brass Mid-Century Modern Free-Standing Bookcase
By Dassi Lissone
Located in Varese, Lombardia
shelves and containers, joined together by a central chest of drawers and shelves. Remains in very good
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Italian Inlaid Venetian Burlwood Baroque Cabinet, Bookcase, Vitrine or Cupboard
Located in Stamford, CT
Italian Inlaid Venetian Burlwood Baroque Cabinet, Bookcase, Vitrine or Cupboard A fine cabinet of
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Baroque Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood

Model No. 26 Teak Sideboard and Bookcase by Hundevad & Co, 1960s
By Carlo Jensen, Hundevad & Co.
Located in Elshout, NL
sideboard of the Hundevad bookcase features four drawers, providing ample storage space for your belongings
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

"Tecnica Library" Modular Shelving Bookcase by Jaume Tresserra for Dessie'
By Dessie Studio, Jaime Tresserra
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Tecnica Library" is a shelving bookcase unit, designed by Jaume Tresserra and manufactured by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Nickel

Italian Modular Rosewood Bookcase Wall Unit by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno
By Tecno, Osvaldo Borsani
Located in Brooklyn, NY
surface and shelf D: 9.75"). Chest of Drawers: H: 14" x L: 27.5" x D: 13.75" (closed) / 25.25" (drawers
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Aluminum, Steel

Jim Rose - Repurposed Steel Bookcase in Natural Rusted Patina, Art Furniture
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a totally functional five shelved bookcase is made from repurposed steel, patinaed to a
Category

1990s American Shaker Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Danish Freestanding Teak Shelf System 1950s with Cabinets
Located in Handewitt, DE
chest of drawers. With nice teak color and in original condition in good quality. Denmark 1950s
Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Teak

Jim Rose Two Drawer/Two Door Pie Safe with Drilled Holes, Natural Rusted Patina
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
) 2006 Show us Your Drawers, Herron School of Art, Indianapolis, IN 2006 Marriage of the Minds
Category

Early 2000s American Shaker Bookcases

Materials

Steel

Rare Victorian Flamed Hardwood Library Bookcase Secretaire Desk Chest of Drawers
Located in GB
built in secrataire desk and chest of drawers A good looking and multifunctional piece of furniture
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Secretaires

Materials

Hardwood

Vintage Danish 2-Bay Rosewood Modular Wall Unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1960s.
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Asaa, DK
down door, 38 x 80 x 42.5 cm 1 Chest of drawers, 38 x 80 x 42.5 cm 5 Shelves, depth 22 cm Stamped
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

Vintage Danish rosewood modular wall unit by Poul Cadovius for Cado 1960s
By Cado, Poul Cadovius
Located in Asaa, DK
202.5 cm 1 Upright, length 112.5 cm 1 Upright, length 76.5 cm 1 Chest of drawers, four drawers: 46 x 80
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

English George II Style Chest of Drawers, Bookcase and Drop Down Desk
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A truly magnificent mahogany George II style bookcase fitted writing desk and a chest of drawers
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English George II Desks

Materials

Mahogany

Antique French Vitrine Over Chest of Drawers Bonnetiere Bookcase Oak Carved 19C
Located in Tyler, TX
pegged construction~~original "wavy" glass and original key included Three (3) drawers in lower chest
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Antique French Bonnetierre Vitrine Bookcase Over Chest of Drawers Oak 19th C.
Located in Tyler, TX
GORGEOUS Antique French Country Carved Oak Bonnet Top Bookcase, Bonnetiere or Vitrine Over 3 Drawer
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Urio Wall System by Ico Parisi for Mim Roma, Italy, 1957
By Ico Parisi, MIM Roma
Located in Rovereta, SM
elements including shelves, desk, chest of drawers and cupboards with sliding doors.
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Rosewood

Side cabinet attr. to Maxime Old in leather and brass
By Maxime Old
Located in Milano, IT
is composed of two distinct blocks that come together in harmony. At the bottom, there is a chest of
Category

Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Gianluigi Gorgoni 1970s Brass Burl Wood Glass Display Cabinet Bookshelf Rizzo
By Gianluigi Gorgoni
Located in London, GB
and drawers are coming with a 24k gold trimming. The center vertical unit flank a chest of drawers
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Hollywood Regency Bookcases

Materials

Metal, Gold Plate

Heywood Wakefield Blond "Encore" Step Back Cupboard China Cabinet Etagere
By Heywood-Wakefield Co.
Located in Van Nuys, CA
adjustable shelves resting on a chest of drawers that contain a top long drawer above double door cabinet
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Birch

19th Century Indonesian Lamari Palembang Display Cabinet
Located in Forney, TX
A magnificent, scarce and richly decorated Lamari Palembang three piece cabinet on chest
Category

Antique 19th Century Bookcases

Materials

Wood, Giltwood, Glass

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Chest Of Drawers With Bookcase For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic chest of drawers with bookcase available at 1stDibs. A chest of drawers with bookcase — often made from wood, metal and hardwood — can elevate any home. If you’re shopping for a chest of drawers with bookcase, we have 194 options in-stock, while there are 14 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a chest of drawers with bookcase — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A chest of drawers with bookcase, designed in the mid-century modern, Scandinavian Modern or modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Poul Cadovius, Paul McCobb and Cado each produced at least one beautiful chest of drawers with bookcase that is worth considering.

How Much is a Chest Of Drawers With Bookcase?

Prices for a chest of drawers with bookcase can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $59 and can go as high as $525,452, while the average can fetch as much as $4,400.

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

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

    Find antique and vintage dressers for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs 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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