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Dunbar Rosewood High Chest with Brass Ring Drop Pulls
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Rockaway, NJ
. Brass ring drop pulls.  
Category

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

Materials

Brass

1960s Oak Chest of Drawers with Decorative Ironwork
Located in London, London
spacious drawers are fronted with ornate iron backplates and ring pulls, adding weight and contrast to the
Category

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

Materials

Iron

Mahogany Antique Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
wash finish that complements any decor style. The delicate ring pulls add a hint of sophistication
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Mahogany Antique Chest of Drawers
Mahogany Antique Chest of Drawers
$3,897 / item
H 44 in W 45 in D 22 in
Burl Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
framed with solid brass trim and the drawers have traditional-style brass ring pull handles. Raised on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chest...

Materials

Brass

Burl Wood Chest of Drawers
Burl Wood Chest of Drawers
$5,448 / item
H 35.25 in W 42 in D 17.5 in
Antique Georgian Period Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
, with lots of storage space inside the generous drawers. There are lovely brass ring pull handles and
Category

Antique 1790s British George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Antique Georgian Period Chest of Drawers
Antique Georgian Period Chest of Drawers
$1,504
H 39.38 in W 44.1 in D 21.66 in
19th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 19th-century Swedish chest of drawers embodies the timeless elegance of Gustavian design
Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

19th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers
19th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers
$4,950
H 30.75 in W 39 in D 18.5 in
Chest of Drawers Antique Italian Style
Located in Westwood, NJ
patterns bordered by rich inlays, while authentic brass ring pulls enhance the classical design. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chest...

Materials

Wood

Chest of Drawers Antique Italian Style
Chest of Drawers Antique Italian Style
$5,394 / item
H 36 in W 47.5 in D 21.75 in
19th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A classic 19th-century Swedish Gustavian-style chest of drawers, exuding understated elegance and
Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

19th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers
19th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers
$3,950
H 29.9 in W 32.7 in D 16.9 in
White Painted Antique Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
architectural white finish that complements any decor style. The delicate ring pulls add a hint of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

White Painted Antique Chest of Drawers
White Painted Antique Chest of Drawers
$4,257 / item
H 44 in W 45 in D 22 in
Neo Classic Black Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
and drawer fronts are framed with solid brass trim and the drawers have traditional-style brass ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chest...

Materials

Brass

Neo Classic Black Chest of Drawers
Neo Classic Black Chest of Drawers
$5,448 / item
H 35.25 in W 42 in D 17.5 in
Light Oak Modern Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
three drawers, each with soft closing mechanisms and polished brass ring pulls. The Square case has
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Commodes and Chests of D...

Materials

Wood

Light Oak Modern Chest of Drawers
Light Oak Modern Chest of Drawers
$4,170 / item
H 33 in W 36 in D 20 in
French Country Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
fronts are accented with delicate ring pulls, adding a classic touch to its overall aesthetic. Raised on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Commodes and Chest...

Materials

Wood

French Country Painted Chest of Drawers
French Country Painted Chest of Drawers
$3,585 / item
H 35 in W 47 in D 22 in
French Country Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
enhances any room's décor. The beautifully detailed drawer fronts are accented with delicate ring pulls
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Commodes and Chest...

Materials

Wood

French Country Mahogany Chest of Drawers
French Country Mahogany Chest of Drawers
$3,585 / item
H 35 in W 47 in D 22 in
Modern Leather Front Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern leather front chest of drawers, with three hand-woven leather drawer fronts in Moore & Giles
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Commodes and Chests of D...

Materials

Leather, Wood

Modern Leather Front Chest of Drawers
Modern Leather Front Chest of Drawers
$5,315 / item
H 32.75 in W 42.88 in D 18 in
White Linen Wrapped Modern Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
three spacious drawers provide ample storage for your essentials. Adorned with chic gold ring pulls
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and...

Materials

Linen, Wood

White Linen Wrapped Modern Chest of Drawers
White Linen Wrapped Modern Chest of Drawers
$4,095 / item
H 36 in W 42 in D 20 in
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
Category

20th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Pair of 20th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers
Pair of 20th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers
$9,950 / set
H 32.25 in W 31.25 in D 19.125 in
A Pair of Pink Spanish Chest of Drawers
Located in Faversham, GB
complemented with iron ring pulls and faux escutcheons. Raised on arrow feet and supported with pine
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine, Paint

A Pair of Pink Spanish Chest of Drawers
A Pair of Pink Spanish Chest of Drawers
$9,231 / set
H 35.04 in W 46.46 in D 21.07 in
Pair of Oak Louis XVI Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
star-accented brass ring pulls that add both functionality and period authenticity. Perfect for use as
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese French Provincial Commodes and ...

Materials

Wood

Pair of Oak Louis XVI Chest of Drawers
Pair of Oak Louis XVI Chest of Drawers
$7,140 / set
H 34 in W 40 in D 18 in
Chest of Drawers, Solid Elm, France, 1970s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Chest of Drawers, Solid Elm, France, 1970s In the Spirit of Pierre Chapo This three-drawer chest
Category

Vintage 1970s French Primitive Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Chest of Drawers, Solid Elm, France, 1970s
Chest of Drawers, Solid Elm, France, 1970s
$4,200
H 33.47 in W 39.38 in D 23.23 in
19th Century Chinese Wooden Chest Of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
features a series of six drawers, each adorned with circular brass pull rings that add a touch of metallic
Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

19th Century Chinese Wooden Chest Of Drawers
19th Century Chinese Wooden Chest Of Drawers
$1,795
H 19.5 in W 30.4 in D 19.5 in
18th Century Spanish Colonial Chest of Drawers
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
piece reflects the historic charm of its era. The chest features four robust drawers, each adorned with
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Peruvian Spanish Colonial Commodes and Chests o...

Materials

Wrought Iron

18th Century Spanish Colonial Chest of Drawers
18th Century Spanish Colonial Chest of Drawers
$5,320
H 31.3 in W 47.84 in D 26.38 in
Antique Gustavian Style Chests of Drawers - a Pair
Located in South Salem, NY
drawers with brass ring pulls and escutcheons. Each drawer has beautifully carved lozenges. Canted corner
Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Antique Gustavian Style Chests of Drawers - a Pair
Antique Gustavian Style Chests of Drawers - a Pair
$12,800 / set
H 32.5 in W 32.99 in D 17 in
Antique French Louis XVI Semainier ~ Tall Chest of Drawers with Carrara Marble
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique French Louis XVI Semainier ~ Tall Chest of Drawers with Carrara Marble is a refined example
Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass

Brutalist, Chest of Drawers, Solid Elm, France, 1970s
By Pierre Chapo
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Chest of Drawers, Solid Elm, France, 1970s In the Spirit of Pierre Chapo This three-drawer chest
Category

Vintage 1970s French Primitive Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Brutalist, Chest of Drawers, Solid Elm, France, 1970s
Brutalist, Chest of Drawers, Solid Elm, France, 1970s
$3,200 Sale Price
50% Off
H 33.47 in W 39.38 in D 23.23 in
20th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
features three spacious drawers, each adorned with round brass ring pulls, offering both functional storage
Category

20th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

20th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Chest of Drawers
20th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Chest of Drawers
$3,950
H 30.75 in W 29.125 in D 19.125 in
19th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers Circa 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
drawers with simple yet elegant brass ring pulls. The tapered feet add a sense of lightness to the sturdy
Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

19th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers Circa 1880
19th Century Swedish Chest of Drawers Circa 1880
$5,500
H 29.75 in W 39.5 in D 19.25 in
Michael Taylor 8-Drawer Walnut and Interlocking Brass Ring Pull Low Chest
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Queens, NY
, and brass interlocking ring drawer pulls. (MICHAEL TAYLOR FOR BAKER FURNITURE CO.).  
Category

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

Materials

Brass, Metal

Pale Blue Linen Wrapped Modern Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
provide ample storage for your essentials. Adorned with chic gold ring pulls, this chest effortlessly
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Ches...

Materials

Linen, Wood

Pale Blue Linen Wrapped Modern Chest of Drawers
Pale Blue Linen Wrapped Modern Chest of Drawers
$4,095 / item
H 36 in W 42 in D 20 in
Early 19th Century George III Chest of Drawers
Located in Dublin, IE
over four long, cockbeaded and graduated drawers with brass escutcheons and decorative ring pulls
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Early 19th Century George III Chest of Drawers
Early 19th Century George III Chest of Drawers
$2,163
H 32 in W 33 in D 17.75 in
Pair of 19th Century Swedish Chests of Drawers Circa 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
. Each chest features three spacious drawers, all fitted with original brass ring pulls and escutcheons
Category

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
Chest of Drawers on Paw Feet, France, circa 1810
Located in Greding, DE
French Empire chest of drawers, crafted around 1810. The clean-lined body features three spacious
Category

Antique 1810s French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Chest of Drawers on Paw Feet, France, circa 1810
Chest of Drawers on Paw Feet, France, circa 1810
$5,262
H 32.49 in W 44.69 in D 20.67 in
Early 19th Century French Empire Chest Of Drawers with Columns and Paw Feet
Located in Greven, DE
bronze and metalwork on this chest of drawers is particularly noteworthy. The drawers are pulled by rings
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Circa 1790 English George III Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1790 George III bowfront chest of drawers, English. Four long graduated drawers. Shaped apron
Category

Antique 1790s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Boxwood

Circa 1790 English George III Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Circa 1790 English George III Bowfront Chest of Drawers
$2,800
H 37.5 in W 42.75 in D 23.25 in
19th Century French Empire Style Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Astoria, NY
A handsome mid-19th-century French Empire chest of drawers, sourced from Provence, France
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

French Wabi-Sabi Chest of Drawers in Stripped Pine
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
. Its façade features a confident rhythm of three drawers, each with hand-forged iron ring pulls mounted
Category

Vintage 1940s French Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

French Wabi-Sabi Chest of Drawers in Stripped Pine
French Wabi-Sabi Chest of Drawers in Stripped Pine
$3,450 Sale Price
61% Off
H 33.47 in W 39.38 in D 21.66 in
Pair of Gustavian Style Chests of Drawers, Early 20th C.
Located in South Salem, NY
both beauty and functionality. The brass ring pulls adorning the drawers not only provide a practical
Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Pair of Gustavian Style Chests of Drawers, Early 20th C.
Pair of Gustavian Style Chests of Drawers, Early 20th C.
$12,800
H 28.75 in W 31.5 in D 16.25 in
Tall Narrow Blue Painted Louis XVI Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
Tall Louis XVI/Gustavian chest of drawers with 11 drawers. This chest is a custom-made piece
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Danish Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Tall Narrow Blue Painted Louis XVI Chest of Drawers
Tall Narrow Blue Painted Louis XVI Chest of Drawers
$7,178
H 66.15 in W 32.29 in D 19.69 in
Elegant Neoclassical Black Lacquer Chest of Drawers, France, 1940
Located in Brussels, BE
Black lacquered neoclassical chest of drawers with brass pull rings handles and four bronze stars
Category

Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Elegant Neoclassical Black Lacquer Chest of Drawers, France, 1940
Elegant Neoclassical Black Lacquer Chest of Drawers, France, 1940
$2,105 Sale Price
20% Off
H 31.5 in W 40.56 in D 19.69 in
Austro-Hungarian Chest of Drawers in Walnut Root Veneer
Located in Woodbury, CT
The handsome lines of this chest augment its wonderful proportions with drawers flanking the center
Category

Antique 19th Century Hungarian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut, Pine, Burl

Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Black C.1860
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1860/1870 antique Swedish Gustavian black painted brakefront chest of drawers commode in
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Black C.1860
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Black C.1860
$5,695 Sale Price
30% Off
H 35.83 in W 43.12 in D 21.46 in
18th Century French Louis XVI Chest of Drawers from Alsace
Located in Winter Park, FL
cask, pierced apron with draped garlands. Seven dovetailed drawers with cast brass ring pulls, locks
Category

Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Baker Furniture Neoclassical Burl Wood Marble Top Chest of Drawers
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Neoclassical or Empire style dresser, commode, or chest of drawers By Baker
Category

Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Brass

Antique Eastern European or German Pine Chest of Drawers Dresser
Located in Centennial, CO
period brass pulls. The casework is expertly crafted to create a sturdy piece while the decorative carved
Category

Antique Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Fine Vintage Neoclassical Marble Top Chest Of Drawers By Karges
By Karges Furniture
Located in Bridgeport, CT
foliate scrolls and brass rosette and ring pulls. The center ovals with brass bow and wreath escutcheons
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Commodes and Chests ...

Materials

Stone, Brass

Vintage Distressed White Lacquer Apothecary Chests – Near Pair with Nine Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
edges. Brass ring pulls add a refined touch, while the gently distressed patina gives them an
Category

Mid-20th Century Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Tallboy Black C 1850
Located in Lewes, England
decorative motifs on the top rail, front and brass detailing. It has 3 drawers with brass ring pulls and a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Tallboy Black C 1850
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Tallboy Black C 1850
$5,695 Sale Price
30% Off
H 31.62 in W 39.57 in D 22.05 in
19th Century Spanish Chest of drawers in Duck Egg Blue Paint
Located in Faversham, GB
three smooth running long graduating drawers each with ring pull handles. The base has a thick plank
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Commodes and Chests of...

Materials

Pine, Paint

Small 19th Century Louis XVI Style Chest of Drawers, Marquetry, Marble
Located in Greven, DE
Chest of drawers with marquetry in Louis XVI style France Marble, exotic woods End of 19th century
Category

Antique 1870s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Michael Taylor for Baker Black Lacquered Chest of Drawers, Newly Refinished
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie four-drawer bachelor chest of drawers
Category

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

Materials

Walnut, Lacquer

Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Grey White C.1860
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850/1880 antique Swedish Gustavian Grey White painted chest of drawers commode in
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Grey White C.1860
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Grey White C.1860
$4,051 Sale Price
40% Off
H 33.86 in W 33.67 in D 20.48 in
Swedish Gustavian Style 1890s Apothecary Chest with 10 Drawers and Carved Dentil
Located in Atlanta, GA
dentil molding, 10 drawers, brass ring pull hardware and tapered feet. Created in Sweden during the last
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

A Very Rare Early 19th Century Regency Bowfronted Chest of Drawers
Located in Dublin, IE
A very rare early 19th Century Regency richly patinated satinwood bowfronted chest of drawers of
Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Nicely Refinished Paul McCobb for Winchedon Planner Group Blond Chest of Drawers
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in Ferndale, MI
Nicely refinished McCobb for Winchendon blonde maple chest of drawers with aluminum ring pulls
Category

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

Materials

Aluminum

18th Century Commode Sauteuse, Chest of Drawers, Transition - Louis XV - XVI
Located in Greven, DE
cartouches in bookmatching light wood on the sides of the furniture and on the drawer fronts. The pull rings
Category

Antique 1770s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Fine Milling Road for Baker Stained Maple Triple Chest of Drawers
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Bridgeport, CT
ring pulls. Dimensions:60” wide by 19.25” deep by 34.25” high. Condition: There is some age related
Category

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

Materials

Brass

18th Century Louis XVI Period Walnut Commode or Chest of Drawers
Located in Winter Park, FL
An 18th century French Louis XVI period commode, or chest of drawers, made of solid walnut. Three
Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

18th Century Italian Marquetry Top Chest with Two Drawers and Serpentine Front
Located in Atlanta, GA
sides and the front. Two delicate drawers fill the body of this chest and open up with two brass ring
Category

Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Wood

Hollywood Regency Pair of Black and Gold Dorothy Draper Style Chests of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
styling. Restored each chest is made of wood with a lacquered finish, feature a set of three drawers
Category

Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

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Chest Of Drawers With Ring Pulls For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of chest of drawers with ring pulls for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique chest of drawers with ring pulls was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, mahogany and metal. Chest of drawers with ring pulls have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Chest of drawers with ring pulls made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Hollywood Regency — are very popular at 1stDibs. Baker Furniture Company, Dunbar and Henredon each produced beautiful chest of drawers with ring pulls that are worth considering.

How Much are Chest Of Drawers With Ring Pulls?

Prices for chest of drawers with ring pulls start at $1,800 and top out at $15,500 with the average selling for $3,500.

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.

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