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19th Century Biedermeier Nutwood Chest Of Drawers With Carvings, AT ca. 1850
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Appealing mid 19th century chest of drawers from the renowed Biedermeier period in Austria around
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Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...
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Brass
H 35.04 in W 42.13 in D 22.05 in
German Louis XVI Chest Of Drawers with Carvings and Marquetry, circa 1780
Located in Greven, DE
Antique classicist chest of drawers
Germany
Walnut
around 1780
Dimensions: H x W x D: 81 x 111 x
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Antique Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
H 31.89 in W 43.71 in D 24.02 in
Charming Swedish chest with carvings, circa 1900.
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Charming Swedish chest with carvings, circa 1900.
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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Swedish Chest of Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Swedish chest of drawers beautifully blends neoclassical design elements with the
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20th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Fine Antique Highboy Chest With Shell Carving
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large and very well made 19th Century American Highboy. The Chest, with fine traditional form and
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Antique 19th Century American Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
20th Spanish Chest of Drawers with Original Hardware and carved drawers
Located in Miami, FL
A museum quality, Spanish, Late-Renaissance, cedar enclosed chest of drawers with exceptional
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Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Iron
H 32.29 in W 40.16 in D 16.54 in
18th Century Bleached Oak Chest with Liege Carving
Located in New Orleans, LA
Softly undulating front with so many special details, this 18th century bleached oak chest has a
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Antique 18th Century Belgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
French rustic chest of drawers in solid oak with 3 drawers, ca. 1850
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1850 / chest of drawers / oak / Rustic / Mid-century / French
A mid 19th century French
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Oak
H 32.68 in W 48.82 in D 23.63 in
Wonderful Danish chest with coloums and carvings, 19th C.
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Wonderful Danish chest with coloums and carvings, 19th C.
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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Antique Georgian Style Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
An impressive and extremely well made antique Georgian style chest of drawers. This was made in the
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Vintage 1960s American Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Ebonized Italian Modernist Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
An ebonized Italian Modernist chest of drawers.
Ebonized wood with highly detailed carvings
on
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Antique Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique burr walnut chest of drawers of the highest order. This was made in England by
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Vintage 1920s British Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Walnut
21st Century Brocart Chest of Drawers with Hand-carved Legs
By Jumbo Collection
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
The chest of drawers of the Brocart line is a piece of furniture with a refined and luxurious charm
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of D...
Materials
Wood
Fine Swedish Chest with Drawers, circa 1790
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Fine Swedish chest with five drawers, beautiful carvings, richly carved. Original hardware, circa
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Antique 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of 19th Century Swedish Chests of Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
This exquisite pair of 19th century Gustavian-style chests of drawers showcases the elegance and
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine, Paint
Pair of 20th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
understated elegance.
Each chest offers three spacious drawers adorned with brass ring pulls and escutcheons
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20th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
French Louis Philippe chest of drawers with pink marble top, 1850s
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1850 / chest of drawers / wood, marble / Louis Philippe / Antique
Stunning and elegant
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Antique 1850s French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Amazing chest with tall legs and carvings, circa 100 years old.
Located in Aalsgaarde, DK
Amazing chest with tall legs and carvings. It features two large drawers and two small drawers
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20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Walnut Chest of Drawers - Venice 1750 Commode
Located in Vo', Veneto
Chest of drawers, with three drawers, in solid walnut, with maple marquetry on top, sides and
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Antique 1750s Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Antique Carved Chest of Drawers from Belgium
Located in Houston, TX
Stepping into the world of Belgian craftsmanship, the Antique Carved Chest of Drawers epitomizes
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Antique Late 18th Century Belgian Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Chest of Drawers Chest Commode Architectural Facade Enclosed Renaissance Cedar
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A museum quality, English, Late-Renaissance, cedar enclosed chest of drawers with exceptional
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Antique Early 17th Century European Renaissance Commodes and Chests of D...
Materials
Cedar
H 51.58 in W 47.05 in D 24.81 in
Cal Mode French Provincial Commode Chest of Drawers
By Cal Mode
Located in W Allenhurst, NJ
Fabulous French Provincial commode or chest of drawers by Cal Mode. Great lines with Draper style
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20th Century North American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Wood
19th century burr walnut tall chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century burr walnut tall chest of drawers circa 1870.
Beautiful quality walnut chest of
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Danish Late Gustavian Chest of Drawers
Located in Huntington, NY
A Danish Late Gustavian chest of drawers with intricately carved details. Chest top has dental trim
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Antique Early 19th Century Danish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Iron
Swedish 19th century burr walnut chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish 19th century burr walnut chest of drawers circa 1870.
Good quality 4 drawer chest of
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century Dutch Chest of Drawers Made of Oak
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
A 18th century Dutch chest of drawers.
Two-bay oak corpus with ornamental and floral carving
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Antique 18th Century Dutch Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
19th Century Portuguese Baroque Chest of Drawers Oratory
Located in Lisbon, PT
A decorative chest of drawers oratory in the Portuguese Barroco Style, featuring two bodies, two
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Antique 19th Century Portuguese Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Chest of drawers in Stained oak with Brass from the 19th century
Located in Lejre, DK
Chest of drawers in stained oak with brass fittings decorated with wood carvings from the period
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Antique 19th Century Danish Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Chest Of Drawers Made In Walnut With A Marble Top From 1860s
Located in Lejre, DK
The Rococo chest of drawers you describe from the 1860s exudes the opulence and elegance
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Antique 1860s Danish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
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
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Antique 1870s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
American Empire Chest of Drawers with Mirror in Mahogany, Maine, circa 1830
Located in Miami, FL
An American Empire chest in mahogany with four drawers with original turned knobs, and with
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Antique 1830s American American Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Mahogany
H 74 in W 44.25 in D 21.5 in
18th Century French Carved Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Savannah, GA
This is a carved walnut chest of drawers / dresser made in France, circa 1780. The top of the chest
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Antique 1780s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Chest With Drawers Made In Walnut & Fruitwood From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
gold edge from around the 1760s. The chest of drawers is designed with wooden carvings with patterned
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Vintage 1960s Danish Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
17th Century, Italian Baroque Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in IT
17th Century, Italian Baroque Walnut Chest of Drawers
This chest of drawers was made in Lombardy
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Antique 17th Century Italian Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of Antique Georgian Style Burr Walnut Chests of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A smart and extremely well made pair of antique Georgian style burr walnut chests of drawers. They
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Vintage 1930s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
18th Century Italian Louis XVI Chest of Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
commode features four drawers, each with intricately molded paneling and adorned with ornate brass
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Antique 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
18th Century French Walnut Chest of Drawers Commode
Located in Burton, TX
been banded on each end with a carved serpentine front. Each of the three drawers are dovetailed and
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Antique 18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Timeless Italian Elegance: Chest of Drawers with Red Murano Glass and Brass Trim
Located in Guazzora, IT
This exquisite Italian chest of drawers embodies mid-century modern elegance with a refined blend
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Antique Original Painted Chest Of Drawers With Dark Brown Marble Top From 1740s
Located in Lejre, DK
An antique chest of drawers from the 1740s made in the Baroque style. The chest of drawers has its
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Antique 1740s Danish Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
H 36.82 in W 25.99 in D 16.54 in
21st Century Chest of Drawers with Solid Wood and Walnut Finish by Modenese
By Modenese Gastone
Located in PADOVA, Italy
Interiors (Made in Italy) majestic eight-drawers chest of drawers amplifies the elegant and timeless
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2010s Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Gold Leaf, Silver Leaf
H 42.52 in W 73.63 in D 24.02 in
Early 20th Century French Regence Carved Mirror with Chest of Three Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
exemplifies the style of central France with a floral carvings and noticeable artistic character. The carved
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Antique Early 19th Century French Régence Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mirror, Wood
H 31.1 in W 45.86 in D 18.89 in
Antique George III period mahogany serpentine chest of drawers
Located in London, GB
original handles & escutcheons. The Chest with fitted top drawer & lattice fret carving to the corners
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century Carved Ash Dutch Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Hastings, GB
A glorious deeply carved chest of drawers from the Netherlands, late 18th century of Ash and Oak
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Antique Late 18th Century Dutch Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Antique Louis XVI French Demilune Marquetry Chest of Drawers Stamped Tondeur
Located in Firenze, IT
This wonderful French 18th century demilune (half moon) shaped sideboard or chest of drawers dating
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
H 33.08 in W 33.08 in D 16.54 in
19th Century Italian Walnut Rococo Chest of Two Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
Large Italian walnut rococo chest of two drawers resting on raised cabriolet legs.
Simple carving
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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique English Highly-Decorated Carved-Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English carved wood chest of five drawers from the turn of the 18th and 19th century. This
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Antique Early 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pine Highboy Chest of Six Drawers, Denmark circa 1880
Located in Round Top, TX
This antique pine chest of drawers or "highboy" has 6 drawers, providing ideal storage in a narrow
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Antique Late 19th Century Danish Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century Louis XVI Period Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
18th Century Louis XVI Period Commode ~ Chest of Drawers features a facade en arbalette lavished
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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century Country French Style Dutch Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
18th Century Country French Style Dutch Chest of Drawers is a masterpiece of form over function
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Antique 1770s Dutch Louis XIII Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Carved Georgian Style Mahogany Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
mahogany commode buffet chest of drawers is truly incredible! If you look at the photos provided, you will
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20th Century American Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century Dutch Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Dutch Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers is a handsome piece, indeed, hand
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique French Louis XIV Commode or Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XIV commode or chest of drawers is a study in the French masculine form
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Particular and Rare Chest of Drawers of the Seventeenth Century, Walnut
Located in Cesena, FC
Chest of drawers in walnut with two drawers and opening shelf seventeenth century
Period
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Antique 17th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ebony, Walnut
H 37.01 in W 48.82 in D 22.84 in
20th century Louis XV style chest of drawers with marble top, France ca. 1950
Located in Meulebeke, BE
France / 1950 / chest of drawers / bronze, marble, wood / Louis XV
A Louis XV style convex chest
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Vintage 1950s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Copper
H 35.04 in W 45.28 in D 21.26 in
Late 18th Century Louis XVI Chest of Drawers made of Oak
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Provincial classicist Louis XVI chest of drawers. Aachen/Liège, late 18th century. Solid oak
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Antique Late 18th Century Belgian Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
French Chest of Drawers, Directoire Period, Carved and Patinated Wood
Located in Madrid, ES
A French Directoire chest of drawers, late 18th or early 19th century, in carved, painted and
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Antique Late 18th Century French Directoire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
H 33.08 in W 48.82 in D 22.45 in
Early 19th century Swedish baroque oak inlaid chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century Swedish oak inlaid chest of drawers circa 1800.
Rare Swedish period commode
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Baroque Revival Commodes and Chests o...
Materials
Oak
Mid 20th century rococo revival carved walnut chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Carved Scandinavian concealed chest of drawers circa 1940.
Designed in the rococo style with drop
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Portuguese 18th century carved walnut and gilt chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
chest of drawers, which sums up perfectly the over indulgence of the period.
Dom jose period, fitted
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Antique Late 18th Century Portuguese Rococo Revival Commodes and Chests ...
Materials
Walnut
Antique French Exquisitely Carved Walnut Louis XV Chest of Drawers
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Superb French Louis XV walnut commode or chest of drawers having 3 spacious drawers with exquisite
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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
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Chest Of Drawers With Carving For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic chest of drawers with carving available at 1stDibs. Each chest of drawers with carving for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, oak and brass. Your living room may not be complete without a chest of drawers with carving — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. A chest of drawers with carving, designed in the Empire, Louis XV or Rococo style, is generally a popular piece of furniture.
How Much is a Chest Of Drawers With Carving?
Prices for a chest of drawers with carving start at $1,437 and top out at $10,000 with the average selling for $4,500.
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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 Carving
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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, 2021A 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, 2022The 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, 2022A 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, 2024To 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, 2021A 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, 2021A 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, 2024What 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, 2021A 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, 2021Dressers 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, 2024Yes, 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 7, 2024The 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The 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, 2023Yes, 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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