What is a Bombay chest?

A Bombay chest is a piece of wooden furniture — a chest that bulges outward in the front and on the sides and then curves in at the base. This style of chest was popularized in 17th century French design.

What is a campaign chest?

A campaign chest is a chest of drawers that breaks down into smaller pieces for easier transport. Some people refer to this type of case furniture as a military chest. Although mobile furniture for military campaigns dates back to the Romans, the British Army in its global conquests in the 18th and 19th centuries defined the style we know as campaign furniture with sturdy and elegant pieces. Find a selection of campaign chests on 1stDibs.

What is a mule chest?

A mule chest is a low chest that has a drawer or a set of drawers at its base and a hinged top. It stands on legs or brackets and it is usually wider than it is deep. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary mule chests from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

What is a marriage chest?

A marriage chest is an ornate chest that is given as a gift or dowry to the bride by her parents. It was popular during the Renaissance period in Italy. It was especially used to hold a bride's dowry goods or other possessions. Find marriage chests and other vintage and antique case pieces on 1stDibs.

What is a door chest?

A door chest is a small cabinet with shelves and is used for storage. They are usually found in bedrooms and living rooms to provide a little extra storage. Shop for a range of antique and vintage door chests on 1stDibs.

What is a gentleman's chest?

A gentleman's chest is a piece of wooden storage furniture with at least one section large enough to accommodate hanging men's clothing like ties, suits and dress pants. Normally, drawers appear beside and below the hanging cabinet. Find a range of gentleman's chests on 1stDibs.

What is a bonnet chest?

A bonnet chest is a chest of drawers that has a space for hats. Typically, this larger drawer or area is in the center space and toward the top. Bonnet chests get their name for their function not their shape, as there is no one standard shape for a bonnet chest. Shop a collection of vintage and antique furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a bombe chest?

A bombe chest is a set of drawers that bulges outward in the front and on the sides. The style, whose name comes from French word bombé, meaning “curved,” originated in 17th-century France.

What is a military chest?

A military chest is a chest of drawers made of hardwood like mahogany, teak or cedar. Also called a campaign chest, the furniture usually comes apart into smaller pieces for easy carrying. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of military chests.

What is a dower chest?

A dower chest — also called a dowry chest or hope chest — is a Pennsylvania Dutch chest, a piece of furniture traditionally used by young women to store items in anticipation of married life. Find a collection of antique and vintage dowry chests on 1stDibs.

What is a demilune chest?

A demilune chest is a type of case good furniture that features a straight back and a curved front. Most feature rows of drawers, cabinet doors or a mix of the two types of storage. Demilune comes from the French word for half moon and refers to the shape of the chests. Shop a range of demilune chests on 1stDibs.

What is a sugar chest?

A sugar chest is a chest, typically made of wood and featuring legs, that was designed to hold sugar in the late 1700s to early 1800s, when sugar was very valuable. Sugar chests would feature a lock to keep this sweet sign of wealth secure, and featured sections inside to separate light and dark sugars. Shop a range of antique sugar chests on 1stDibs.

What is a Tansu chest?

Tansu refers to Japanese portable storage chests. When tansu became a well-known feature of life in Japan — the chests’ emergence is said to be rooted in the Genroku era of the Edo period (1688–1704) — the country’s traditionally minimalist households had little to no proper seats, tables, or other pieces of furniture. Tansu were intended to be multipurpose cabinets. These case pieces were used to store things of everyday utility, such as clothing and various personal items. Tansu are regarded as collectible furniture with a timeless appeal. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary Tansu from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.

A sea chest, typically seen onboard ships, is a storage chest for a sailor’s personal property. The first known sea chest was used in 1613. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic sea chests from some of the world’s top sellers.

What is a bachelor’s chest?

A bachelor’s chest is a low chest of drawers. Its name comes from the fact that it was originally designed to provide multipurpose storage for a single man with a small living space.

What are Bombay chests used for?

Bombay chests are also called bombe chests and are a chest of drawers that feature a distinctive curved or bowed shape. The term bombe is French for a curved piece of furniture, meaning bomb-shaped. This shape of chest originated in the early 1700s in an attempt to soften the lines of furniture and create a more comfortable and casual look. Shop a collection of Bombay chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

What is a tansu chest used for?

A tansu chest is a Japanese cabinet designed for easy transportation and can store a variety of items, including clothes and personal items. Tansu chests often feature multiple compartments to keep items organized. Shop a selection of authentic tansu chests on 1stDibs.

What is an Indian dowry chest?

Crafted out of rosewood, teak or jackfruit wood, Indian dowry chests are used for storing jewelry, textiles and money as a wedding dowry from the bride's family to the groom’s family. Every chest holds sentimental value, and can be used in the home to store linens or used as a coffee table. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Indian dowry chests from some of the world’s top sellers.

What is the purpose of a lingerie chest?

A lingerie chest is used to neatly organize and store undergarments. This compact chest of drawers can also be used to store other items around the house, allowing for versatile styling. On 1stDibs, find an array of lingerie chests.

What is the purpose of the Vargueno chest?

A vargueno chest may also be referred to as a bargueño chest, which is a cabinet that has both Spanish and Oriental influences and is designed to be portable. Two chests, one on the bottom and one of the top, come together to provide a work surface and drawers for supply storage. Shop a collection of chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

Chest With Art

Italian Drawers

Swedish Painted Chest

Blanket Boxes

French Art Deco Commode

Antique Pine Blanket Chest

Mid Century Blanket Chest

Pair Of Wood Chests

Pair Of Black Commodes

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20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Pair of Trompe L'oeil Miniature Chests

H 20 in W 17.75 in D 13.75 in

Bespoke Italian Art Deco Design Blue Taupe Gray Glass 7-Drawer Chest Semainier

By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques

Located in New York, NY

is yours! This attractive wardrobe/chest with Art Deco streamline design, entirely handcrafted in

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2010s Italian Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Bespoke Italian Art Deco Design Blue Taupe Gray Glass 7-Drawer Chest Semainier

H 47 in W 19.5 in D 18 in

Bespoke Italian Art Deco Design Blue Taupe Gray Glass 7-Drawer Chest Semainier

By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques

Located in New York, NY

is yours! This attractive wardrobe/chest with Art Deco streamline design, entirely handcrafted in

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2010s Italian Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Bespoke Italian Art Deco Design Blue Taupe Gray Glass 7-Drawer Chest Semainier

H 47 in W 19.5 in D 18 in

Danish Oak Chest of Drawers With One-Of-A-Kind Ox Art Ceramic Tile Mosaic Top

Located in Norwalk, CT

Capture the free spirit of the 1970's with this one-of-a-kind side chest, which features an

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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Ceramic, Oak

Danish Oak Chest of Drawers With One-Of-A-Kind Ox Art Ceramic Tile Mosaic Top

H 27.5 in W 26 in D 16 in

Bespoke Italian Art Design Brass Emerald Green Glass 9-Drawer Dresser Sideboard

By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques

Located in New York, NY

/chest with Art Deco streamline design, entirely handcrafted in Italy, is clad in aquamarine green glass

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2010s Italian Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Bespoke Italian Art Design Brass Emerald Green Glass 9-Drawer Dresser Sideboard

H 35.5 in W 59 in D 19 in

Bespoke Italian Art Design Brass Emerald Green Glass 9-Drawer Dresser Sideboard

By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques

Located in New York, NY

/chest with Art Deco streamline design, entirely handcrafted in Italy, is clad in aquamarine green glass

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2010s Italian Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Bespoke Italian Art Design Brass Emerald Green Glass 9-Drawer Dresser Sideboard

H 35.5 in W 59 in D 19 in

Danish Ox Art Abstract Mosaic-Top Chest of Drawers in White Oak & Ceramic Tile

Located in Norwalk, CT

Capture the free spirit of the 1970's with this one-of-a-kind side chest by Ox Art, which features

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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Ceramic, Oak

Danish Ox Art Abstract Mosaic-Top Chest of Drawers in White Oak & Ceramic Tile

H 27.75 in W 28 in D 16.25 in

Unique Art Deco chest of drawers with brass fittings

Located in Greven, DE

Discover the timeless beauty of Art Deco with our unique chest of drawers! Handcrafted with

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2010s German Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Macassar, Lacquer, Mahogany

Unique Art Deco chest of drawers with brass fittings

H 31.5 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in

Art Deco chest of drawers with beautiful Macassar veneer

Located in Greven, DE

Beautiful little chest of drawers with very elegant macassar veneer and brass handles. The chest of

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2010s German Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Lacquer, Macassar

Art Deco chest of drawers with beautiful Macassar veneer

H 35.44 in W 31.5 in D 15.75 in

Gorgeous Art Deco Chest

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Elevate your home decor with this stunning lacquered Rosewood Art Deco tall chest, a piece that

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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chrome

Gorgeous Art Deco Chest

H 49.5 in W 28 in D 18.5 in

Art Nouveau Vanity with Chest of Drawers

Located in New York, NY

Featuring the qualities of a vanity combined with the functions of a chest of drawers, this tall

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Early 20th Century Swedish Jugendstil Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Fir

Art Nouveau Vanity with Chest of Drawers

H 78 in W 44 in D 22.5 in

Italian Art Deco Chest of drawers with Standing Mirror

Located in Brussels, BE

Italian Art Deco chest of drawers with standing mirror.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Italian Art Deco Chest of drawers with Standing Mirror

H 61.82 in W 43.31 in D 14.18 in

Antique Folk Art Grain Painted Blanket Chest with Strap Hinges, Dated 1846

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Folk Art blanket chest or trunk offers grain painted wood construction with central date

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Blanket Chests

Materials

Paint, Wood

Antique Folk Art Grain Painted Blanket Chest with Strap Hinges, Dated 1846

H 20 in W 44.75 in D 23.25 in

Italian Art Deco Chest of drawers with Standing Mirror

Located in Brussels, BE

Italian Art Deco commode with standing mirror.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mirror, Wood

Italian Art Deco Chest of drawers with Standing Mirror

H 61.03 in W 43.31 in D 13.78 in

Folk Art Painted Storage Chest, Coffee Table

Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight

Folk Art Painted Storage Chest, Coffee table An attractive piece originally hand Carved and

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Antique Late 19th Century Folk Art Blanket Chests

Materials

Pine

Folk Art Painted Storage Chest, Coffee Table

H 15.5 in W 46 in D 23 in

Folk Art 19th Century Swedish Blue Chest

Located in Kramfors, SE

Blue folk art chest made in Swedish pine. The chest from northern Sweden and has hand wrought

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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Folk Art Blanket Chests

Materials

Pine

Folk Art 19th Century Swedish Blue Chest

H 13.39 in W 29.93 in D 18.9 in

Art Deco Trunk Chest with Mirror, Entry Furniture in Mahogany Polished to Wax

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Italian 1920s Art Deco trunk chest with bevelled mirror, entrance furniture in mahogany polished to

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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Blanket Chests

Materials

Mirror, Mahogany

Art Deco Trunk Chest with Mirror, Entry Furniture in Mahogany Polished to Wax

H 80.32 in W 36.23 in D 22.05 in

Art Deco Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Parchment Handles, 1940s

Located in Montelabbate, PU

Art Deco chest of drawers in mahogany with parchment handles, 1940s.

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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Glass, Mahogany, Parchment Paper

Art Deco Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Parchment Handles, 1940s

H 35.04 in W 51.19 in D 19.69 in

Art Nouveau Baltic Pine Chest of Drawers with Mirror, 1930s

Located in Barntrup, DE

Art Nouveau-style chest of drawers with mirror, made in the 1930s of Baltic pine. Five large

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Vintage 1930s Latvian Art Nouveau Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Art Nouveau Baltic Pine Chest of Drawers with Mirror, 1930s

H 74.41 in W 49.22 in D 24.22 in

Chinese Art Deco Apothecary Chest

Located in Kastrup, DK

A Chinese Art Deco apothecary / pharmacy medicine chest with 24 drawers. Crafted in black lacquered

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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Chinese Art Deco Apothecary Chest

H 36.23 in W 72.84 in D 22.45 in

English Art & Crafts Oak Blanket Chest

Located in Montreal, QC

English Arts & Crafts oak blanket chest with hand painted Art Nouveau flowers.

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Antique 1890s English Arts and Crafts Blanket Chests

Materials

Oak

English Art & Crafts Oak Blanket Chest

H 23 in W 46 in D 18.25 in

Early French Art Deco High Chest Of Drawers With Six Drawers

Located in Ulm, DE

High chest of drawers wooden body, hand polished shellac probably stained ash and mahogany fluted

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Early French Art Deco High Chest Of Drawers With Six Drawers

H 48.04 in W 24.41 in D 15.75 in

Antique Folk Art Faux Grain Paintedblanket Chest, c1860

Located in Big Flats, NY

An antique Folk Art blanket chest offers grain painted exterior with front having central diamond

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Antique Mid-19th Century American Folk Art Blanket Chests

Materials

Wood

Antique Folk Art Faux Grain Paintedblanket Chest, c1860

H 25.5 in W 49 in D 22.25 in

18th Century Oak Chest with Wrought Iron

Located in Albignasego, IT

Chest-Coffer in Oak H.47 cm – L.71 cm – D.45 cm Antique chest-chest in oak wood. The lid has the

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Antique 1730s Italian Folk Art Blanket Chests

Materials

Oak

18th Century Oak Chest with Wrought Iron

H 18.51 in W 27.96 in D 17.72 in

French Art Deco Chest of Drawers

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

FRENCH ART DECO CHEST OF DRAWERS A French Art Deco Chest produced in France around 1925, it has

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

French Art Deco Chest of Drawers

H 35.83 in W 22.05 in D 14.97 in

Ziricote Veneer 5-Drawer Storage Chest

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

. Ziricote veneer with satin varnish finish. Made in France. The chest of drawers presented here was custom

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2010s French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Ziricote

Ziricote Veneer 5-Drawer Storage Chest

H 32.29 in W 68.9 in D 22.45 in

French Chest of Drawers with Shelf Tray Art Neveau

Located in Berlin, DE

French chest of drawers with shelf Tray Art Neveau. All-round hand-inlaid inlays with Art Nouveau

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20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

French Chest of Drawers with Shelf Tray Art Neveau

H 36.62 in W 39.38 in D 18.51 in

Art Deco Oriental Carved Camphor Wood Chest

Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight

Art Deco Oriental Carved Camphor Wood Chest This Beautiful Carved Chest is made from Camphor Wood

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Vintage 1920s Chinoiserie Blanket Chests

Materials

Fruitwood

Art Deco Oriental Carved Camphor Wood Chest

H 26 in W 42 in D 19 in

English Art Deco Elmwood High Chest with Hammered Pewter, Possibly Liberty

Located in Milford, NH

A fine elmwood Art Deco high chest with hand hammered pewter, possibly made by Liberty Furniture

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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pewter

English Art Deco Elmwood High Chest with Hammered Pewter, Possibly Liberty

H 59 in W 31.5 in D 20 in

French Art Deco Chest of Drawers

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

A stunning quality chest of drawers produced in France in the 1940’s in the Manner of Jules Leleu

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

French Art Deco Chest of Drawers

H 96 in W 110 in D 49 in

Art Deco Mjolby Intarsia Chest of Drawers with Golden Ash Veneer

Located in New York, NY

A compact and sturdy locking three drawer chest, with walnut-stained birch case, contrasted with

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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Ash

Art Deco Mjolby Intarsia Chest of Drawers with Golden Ash Veneer

H 26.5 in W 35.5 in D 18 in

Art Deco Small Chest of Drawers

Located in New York, NY

A small Art Deco chest of drawers. Amboyna and ebonized fruitwood with fluted leg details and

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Ebony, Amboyna

Art Deco Small Chest of Drawers

H 30 in W 31 in D 18 in

Swedish Art Deco Chest of Drawers

Located in Atlanta, GA

Swedish Art Deco chest fitted with three spacious drawers in beautiful mahogany with flame birch

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birch, Mahogany

Swedish Art Deco Chest of Drawers

H 27 in W 42 in D 18.5 in

French Art Deco Walnut Chest of Drawers

Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB

ART DECO WALNUT CHEST OF DRAWERS Transport yourself to the 1930s with this stunning French Art

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

French Art Deco Walnut Chest of Drawers

H 31.5 in W 35.44 in D 18.51 in

French Art Deco Chest Of Drawers in Mahogany and Thuja with Floral Inlays

Located in Ulm, DE

Discover the timeless elegance and artisanal refinement of this original Art Deco chest of drawers

Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

French Art Deco Chest Of Drawers in Mahogany and Thuja with Floral Inlays

H 33.86 in W 36.62 in D 16.93 in

Rare Art Deco Chest of Drawers / Filing Cabinet with Stunning Coromandel Handles

Located in Lisse, NL

Beautifully designed AND executed, Dutch Art Deco chest with stunning drawers and handles. Having

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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Rare Art Deco Chest of Drawers / Filing Cabinet with Stunning Coromandel Handles

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H 38.8 in W 29.7 in D 20 in

Art Deco French Rosewood and Sycamore Chest

Located in New York, NY

French Art Deco rosewood and sycamore chest of 6 drawers with gilt metal handles.

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Art Deco French Rosewood and Sycamore Chest

H 35.75 in W 47.25 in D 19.5 in

Period Art Deco Bedside Chests 1930s Nightstands

Located in Potters Bar, GB

Pair of Art Deco Birds Eye Maple Bedside Cabinets. These Stylish Cabinets Feature Wonderful Birds

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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Period Art Deco Bedside Chests 1930s Nightstands

H 26 in W 13.5 in D 12 in

Art Deco Figured Walnut Chest of Drawers

Located in London, GB

A stunning Art Deco figured walnut chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from the

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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Figured Walnut Chest of Drawers

H 45.28 in W 30.71 in D 20.08 in

Art Deco Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers

Located in London, GB

An absolutely stunning and extremely well made Art Deco burr walnut chest of drawers. This was made

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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers

H 38.59 in W 29.93 in D 20.87 in

Art Deco chest of drawers – Italy 1930

Located in Girona, ES

Spectacular large Art Deco chest of drawers in wood with rosewood veneer for the body and base, and

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Vintage 1930s Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Art Deco chest of drawers – Italy 1930

H 34.85 in W 57.88 in D 21.46 in

French Art Deco Burl Walnut Chest of 4 Drawers with Polished Nickel Hardware

Located in New York City, NY

A luxurious, vintage four drawer French Art Deco dresser, chest of drawers in burl walnut featuring

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Nickel

French Art Deco Burl Walnut Chest of 4 Drawers with Polished Nickel Hardware

H 36.5 in W 39.5 in D 17 in

Pair of White Lacquer Art Deco Chests with Nickeled Pulls by Charak Modern

By Grosfeld House

Located in New York, NY

This elegant Art Deco/Hollywood pair of chest of drawers were handmade by the illustrious American

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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Enamel, Nickel

Pair of White Lacquer Art Deco Chests with Nickeled Pulls by Charak Modern

H 34.5 in W 46.5 in D 21 in

Modern Folk Art Beer Bottle Caps Wood Blanket Chest on Casters Pop Art 1980

Located in Miami, FL

Pop Art Modern wood blanket chest covered with different beer bottle caps mounted on casters. Easy

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Late 20th Century American Folk Art Blanket Chests

Materials

Aluminum

Modern Folk Art Beer Bottle Caps Wood Blanket Chest on Casters Pop Art 1980

H 23 in W 41.5 in D 20.5 in

Swedish Art Deco Painted Chest of Drawers

Located in Atlanta, GA

Handsome Art Deco chest of drawers. Original painted finish and golden elm top. Detailed with brass

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Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Swedish Art Deco Painted Chest of Drawers

H 24 in W 38 in D 17 in

1920's Swedish Art Deco Flame Birch Cabinet Chest of Drawers with Inlay

Located in Atlanta, GA

Antique Swedish Art Deco chest with rosewood inlay. This versatile piece features two deep drawers

Category

Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birch, Rosewood

1920's Swedish Art Deco Flame Birch Cabinet Chest of Drawers with Inlay

H 26.75 in W 39.5 in D 17.75 in

Art Deco era black lacquer gentleman's chest with burl front doors and top

By Walter Dorwin Teague

Located in Ferndale, MI

Sleek Art Deco gentleman's chest, in the style of Walter Dorwin Teague, American, circa 1930s

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Lucite, Burl

Art Deco era black lacquer gentleman's chest with burl front doors and top

H 48 in W 40 in D 16 in

Art Deco 1920's Chest of Two Drawers Walnut and Satinwood with Ebonised Inlay

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

An Art Deco two drawer chest on tapered legs. Australian walnut veneered with ebonised and

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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Satinwood, Walnut

Art Deco 1920's Chest of Two Drawers Walnut and Satinwood with Ebonised Inlay

H 35.44 in W 38.19 in D 18.51 in

Art Deco Walnut geometric low chest of drawers

Located in Barnstaple, GB

An attractive Art Deco walnut geometric low chest of drawers consisting of one full width drawer

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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Walnut geometric low chest of drawers

H 21.5 in W 42 in D 21.5 in

Art Nouveau Chest of Drawers with Marble Top, Italy, circa 1900, Beveled Mirror

Located in Vigonza, Padua

Art Nouveau chest of drawers with marble top, Italy, circa 1900. Beveled mirror. All solid walnut

Category

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mirror, Walnut

Art Nouveau Chest of Drawers with Marble Top, Italy, circa 1900, Beveled Mirror

H 35.44 in W 47.25 in D 20.87 in

An Art Deco Karelian Birch Chest of Drawers

Located in Forest Row, East Sussex

An Art Deco Chest of Drawers. Karelian birch veneer with original shell formed metal handles

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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birch

An Art Deco Karelian Birch Chest of Drawers

H 16.74 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in

Art Deco Chest of Drawers, Sweden circa 1930

Located in Greding, DE

Small Art Deco chest of drawers with brass knobs and three drawers. The top drawer is decorated

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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Art Deco Chest of Drawers, Sweden circa 1930

H 27.96 in W 32.29 in D 16.54 in

Hungarian Art Deco Chest of Drawers in Walnut

Located in Houston, TX

Chest of drawers is made out of fine walnut wood. It has four-narrow drawers with round chrome

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Vintage 1930s Hungarian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Hungarian Art Deco Chest of Drawers in Walnut

H 46 in W 18 in D 13 in

Art Deco Commode Chest of Drawers in Amboyna with Marble Top and Glass Handles

Located in Ulm, DE

Chest of drawers with four drawers Amboina root wood, high gloss lacquer finish Marble top Glass

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Art Deco Commode Chest of Drawers in Amboyna with Marble Top and Glass Handles

H 36.03 in W 37.6 in D 18.9 in

Art Deco Walnut Chest of Drawers by Heal’s

Located in London, GB

A fantastic Art Deco walnut chest of drawers by Heal’s. This was made in England, it dates from the

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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Walnut Chest of Drawers by Heal’s

H 36.23 in W 29.93 in D 18.9 in

20th Century French Art Deco Chest of Drawers

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Lovely 20th Century chest of drawers from France, circa 1940. With a slightly curved front and

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

20th Century French Art Deco Chest of Drawers

H 28.75 in W 37.41 in D 17.72 in

1920's Art Deco Walnut Chest of Drawers

Located in London, GB

A stunning vintage 1930’s Art Deco walnut chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from

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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

1920's Art Deco Walnut Chest of Drawers

H 43.31 in W 29.93 in D 19.3 in

20th century art deco inlaid chest of drawers

Located in Debenham, Suffolk

Swedish art deco chest of drawers, circa 1930. Dark stained birch outer frame. 3 graduating

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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birch

20th century art deco inlaid chest of drawers

H 26.3 in W 37.3 in D 16.75 in

Stylish Art Deco Dressing Chest of Diminutive Proportions

Located in Whaley Bridge, GB

K0441, very attractive Art Deco dressing chest in oak, having original beveled mirror (small chip

Category

Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak, Plywood

Stylish Art Deco Dressing Chest of Diminutive Proportions

H 55.12 in W 29.93 in D 18.51 in

Huge Art Deco Chest Of Drawers, Czechoslovakia 1920s

Located in Zohor, SK

Unique chest of drawers in a beautiful condition. Produced in art deco period in Czechoslovakia

Category

Vintage 1920s Czech Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Huge Art Deco Chest Of Drawers, Czechoslovakia 1920s

H 48.04 in W 49.22 in D 24.41 in

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A campaign chest is a chest of drawers that breaks down into smaller pieces for easier transport. Some people refer to this type of case furniture as a military chest. Although mobile furniture for military campaigns dates back to the Romans, the British Army in its global conquests in the 18th and 19th centuries defined the style we know as campaign furniture with sturdy and elegant pieces. Find a selection of campaign chests on 1stDibs.
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A bombe chest is a set of drawers that bulges outward in the front and on the sides. The style, whose name comes from French word bombé, meaning “curved,” originated in 17th-century France.
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What is a tansu chest used for?
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