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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

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

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Walnut

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

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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...

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Iron

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

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Oak

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

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Oak

Mr. Robot Chest of Drawers
Located in ALMAZÁN, ES
Like his partner, Mr. and Mss. Robot are two chests of drawers with nine drawers and a door at the
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2010s Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Mr. Robot Chest of Drawers
Mr. Robot Chest of Drawers
H 70.87 in W 15.75 in D 33.08 in
Small Chest of Drawers - Commode
Located in Hellerup, DK
Antique Louis XVI style commode with 4 drawers and decorative carvings - beautiful patina on the
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Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Small Chest of Drawers - Commode
Small Chest of Drawers - Commode
H 36.23 in W 23.63 in D 14.18 in
Antique Burr Walnut Chest on Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A beautifully made and very impressive antique burr walnut chest on chest of drawers. This was made
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Vintage 1930s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Antique Burr Walnut Chest on Chest of Drawers
Antique Burr Walnut Chest on Chest of Drawers
H 59.06 in W 29.93 in D 17.33 in
Antique solid oak chest of drawers
Located in STRAČOV, CZ
Hand-carved antique chest of drawers in Renaissance style with parquetry top, two upper drawers
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Early 20th Century Belgian Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Antique solid oak chest of drawers
Antique solid oak chest of drawers
H 39.38 in W 53.15 in D 23.63 in
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

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Wood

Ebonized Italian Modernist Chest of Drawers
Ebonized Italian Modernist Chest of Drawers
H 35.25 in W 47.25 in D 17.75 in
Antique Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A beautiful antique burr walnut chest of drawers in the Queen Anne style. This was made in England
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Vintage 1930s British Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Antique Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Antique Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
H 45.67 in W 35.04 in D 20.08 in
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...

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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

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Wood

Fine Swedish Chest with Drawers, circa 1790
Fine Swedish Chest with Drawers, circa 1790
H 42.13 in W 48.04 in D 22.45 in
William IV Low Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
St046 William IV mahogany chest of drawers of low proportions having solid, figured mahogany top
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

William IV Low Mahogany Chest of Drawers
William IV Low Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 24.803 in W 46.457 in D 16.535 in
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

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Walnut

Walnut Chest of Drawers - Venice 1750 Commode
Walnut Chest of Drawers - Venice 1750 Commode
H 37.41 in W 53.15 in D 20.48 in
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

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Wood

19th Century Italian Neoclassical Chest of Drawers
Located in Forney, TX
A Neoclassical style chest of drawers from the 19th century, acquired from the legendary American
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Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

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...

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Cedar

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

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Walnut

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

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Oak

Swedish 19th century carved birch chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish 19th century carved birch chest of drawers circa 1880. Fine quality Swedish 4 drawer chest
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Leather, Birch

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

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Marble

18th Century Dutch Chest of Drawers Made of Oak
18th Century Dutch Chest of Drawers Made of Oak
H 37.01 in W 55.12 in D 24.61 in
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

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Walnut

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

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Fabric, Wood

20th Century French Bleached Oak Chest Of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
oak chest of drawers. Designed to bring a refined elegance to your bedroom or living space, this
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20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

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

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

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Walnut

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

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Wood

Antique French Louis XIV Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XIV Commode ~ Chest of Drawers was fashioned from select oak, and designed
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

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

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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

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Walnut

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

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

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Mirror, Wood

Tuscan Walnut Wood 17th-century Canterano Chest of Drawers
Located in Barletta, IT
Superb Tuscan Italian 17th-century Chest of Drawers crafted from fine walnut wood. This magnificent
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Antique 17th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

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

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Bronze

18th C Italian Chest Adorn with Putti, Egg-n-Dart, and Acanthus Carvings
Located in Atlanta, GA
cassettiera (chest of drawers) from Italy features an egg-and-dart carved trim at the underside of the top
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Antique Early 18th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Early 19th century Swedish 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 Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

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

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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

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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

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Brass

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

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Marble, Copper

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

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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

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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

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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

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Brass

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

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Oak

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

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Ebony, 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

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Bronze

Antique Louis XV Style Provincial Walnut Bombe Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Antique Louis XV style provincial bombe walnut chest of drawers, 19th century. With a two board
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

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
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Rococo Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch, Walnut

Antique English Victorian Wellington Chest of Drawers Campaign Carved Oak
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique English Victorian Wellington Chest of Drawers Campaign Carved Oak. Direct from England, a
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Late 18th Century Italian Hand Carved Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This late eighteenth century Italian oak commode or chest of drawers features hand pegged paneled
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Chest of Drawers, Late 18th Century, Louis XVI Style, France
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Very beautiful Louis Seize chest of drawers in solid walnut, 3 drawers with carvings, 2
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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Walnut

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 ...

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Walnut

Rococo chest of drawers In Walnut, Danish Design from 1880s
Located in Lejre, DK
origin, dating to around the 1880s. This chest of drawers represents an era of opulent design and
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Antique 1880s Danish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Italian Rococo Painted and Silver Gilt Carved Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Italian Rococo chest of drawers coated in grey paint and accented with silver gilt trim and
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Antique 18th Century Italian Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Silver Leaf

Antique Large Blue Pained Rococo Chest of Drawers from Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
It is the striking blue painted finish that draws one to this handsome large oak chest of drawers
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Antique Late 18th Century Danish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Oak, Paint

Edwardian Bureau Secretary 4 Drawers Chest with Original Mirror, circa 1920s
Located in Germantown, MD
C. 1920s American Oak 4 drawers bureau secretary Chest of drawers with original mirror. Mirror
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Maple, Oak

18th Century Country French Louis XVI Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century Country French Louis XVI Commode ~ Chest of Drawers was designed to store all the
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Antique 1790s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

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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.

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 Carving
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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 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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