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Antique Raised Panel Chest with Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Chinese Qing Dynasty chest with drawers. Accentuated raised panels with scalloped edges make up all
Category
Antique Early 1900s Chinese Qing Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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
Traditional Wood Catalan Chest with Drawers
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Catalan wood chest with drawers.
Manufactured in Spain, circa 1930
In good original condition
Category
Vintage 1930s Spanish Furniture
Materials
Wood
19th Century Mexican Polychromed Metal Chest with Drawers and Decorations
Located in Marbella, ES
19th century Mexican Polychromed Metal Chest with Drawers and Decorations.
Category
Antique 19th Century Mexican Secretaires
Materials
Metal
H 17.72 in W 23.63 in D 11.82 in
Bamboo and Formica White Desk Chest with Drawers and Secretary Unit
Located in Marbella, ES
Bamboo and Formica White Desk Chest with Drawers and Secretary Unit
Category
Late 20th Century Spanish Desks and Writing Tables
Materials
Bamboo, Formica, Wood
H 40.95 in W 40.56 in D 18.51 in
Teak Chest with Drawers and Compartments Langeskov Møbelfabrik A / S Denmark
Located in Munster, NRW
Do you need drawers? This very stylish and high quality chest of drawers has 7 of them!!! There are
Category
Vintage 1980s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
H 45.28 in W 49.22 in D 18.12 in
Sisal Rope Chest with Drawers in the Style of Christian Astuguevieille
By Christian Astuguevieille
Located in Hamburg, DE
Chest with 5 drawers in the style of Christian Astuguevielle,
the chest is covered with sisal rope
Category
2010s French Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rope, Wood
H 85.44 in W 58.27 in D 27.96 in
Japanese 19th Century Merchant's Chest with Drawers and Door, Mounted on Wheels
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese merchant's chest from the 19th century, with four large drawers and a lateral door
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 43 in W 47.25 in D 25.75 in
Japanese Meiji Period 19th Century Sendai Type Tansu Chest with Drawers and Safe
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Meiji period Sendai type tansu chest from the 19th century with ornate iron hardware
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
H 36.75 in W 36 in D 16.25 in
Korean Medicine Chest with Drawers Yakchang
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Korean medicine or apothecary chest with curved leg support circa the first quarter of the 20th
Category
Early 20th Century Korean Other Furniture
Materials
Brass
18th Century Hand Painted Venetian Style Blue Barberini Chest with Drawers
By Porte Italia
Located in Ronchi dei Legionari, IT
Barberini Chest with Drawers.
In a Deep Sea Blue color background with our sunflower decor in captivating
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2010s Italian Other Dressers
Materials
Wood
H 35.04 in W 44.89 in D 16.15 in
Rare Unique Cabinet Chest with Drawers Pedro Friedeberg
By Pedro Friedeberg
Located in Atlanta, GA
a red and gilt cabinet or chest of drawers supported by ten red-painted legs and gilt feet. Three
Category
Vintage 1960s Mexican Cabinets
Materials
Wood
Green Vintage Wooden Apothecary Cabinet or Chest with Drawers
Located in Vienna, AT
Amazing green industrial wooden Apothekary cabinet or chest with 8 drawers with original glass
Category
Antique 19th Century German Industrial Apothecary Cabinets
Materials
Glass, Wood
21st Century Sahara.6 Chest of Drawers by Roberto Cavalli Home Interiors
By Roberto Cavalli Home Interiors
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Sahara.6 Chest with drawers in glossy lacquered finishing col. 7528c. Structure in leather Cat. B
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
H 33.08 in W 57.49 in D 19.69 in
Antique Japanese Tansu Chest With Drawers on Contemporary Metal Stand Console
Located in Centennial, CO
A stunning and unique antique Japanese tansu chest with two interior drawers that sits on a custom
Category
Vintage 1920s Japanese Edo Cabinets
Materials
Iron
H 36 in W 37 in D 16.5 in
19th Century Elm Wood and Brass Korean Tansu Chest with Drawers
By Other Kingdom
Located in Lomita, CA
great accent piece. This majestic tansu chest has two top drawers and a main storage area below. It is
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Korean Chinoiserie Cabinets
Materials
Elm
No Reserve
H 22.75 in W 22.5 in D 15 in
Antique Trumeau Burl Wood Style Secretary Writing Desk Chest with Drawers
Located in Greer, SC
. Stunning bombe form, several drawers adorned with bronze handles, resting on four legs. Please note
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Early 20th Century European Rococo Revival Secretaires
Materials
Wood
Chippendale Walnut Chest on Chest
Located in Wilson, NC
Chippendale walnut chest on chest, with drawers that are cross banded with mahogany. The upper
Category
Antique 1770s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Walnut Four-Drawer Chest
Located in Wilson, NC
French walnut four-drawer chest, with drawers that are bookmatched with rare burled walnut. The
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Antique 1840s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Chinese Early 20th Century Low Chest with Drawers, Doors and Brass Hardware
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Chinese antique low chest from the early 20th century, with doors and drawers. Created in China
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Cabinets
Materials
Brass
PAiR OF MILIARY CAMPAIGN SIDE END LAMP WINE BEDSIDE TABLE CHESTS WITH DRAWERS
Located in GB
vintage hardwood & brass Military Campaign style side tables with drawers
Please note the delivery fee
Category
20th Century English Campaign Night Stands
Materials
Brass
H 25.4 in W 19.89 in D 17.33 in
Incredible Late 17th Century British Oak Charles II Chest of Drawers Dresser
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Outstanding 17th century English Charles II oak chest with drawers of varied sizes with bold
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Antique Late 17th Century English Charles II Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
H 38.75 in W 38 in D 23 in
American Heritage Queen Anne Style Mahogany Chest On Chest by Hickory 20th C
By Hickory Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Flats, NY
and graduated drawers; lower chest with drawers and raised on cabriole legs terminating in pad feet
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20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
H 86 in W 42 in D 21.5 in
Small Italian Raised Side Chest of Drawers w/Roped Inlay Trimming, Mid-20th C
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian raised side chest with drawers and decorative inlay from the mid 20th century. This
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Mid-20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Burl
H 28 in W 18 in D 12 in
Mid-20th C. Raised Side Chest with Ebony Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
An American wood-carved raised side chest with drawers, circa 1960's. This mid-century commode was
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Mid-20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Italian Two-Drawer Wooden Side Chest Adorn w/Stylish Inlay Banding, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian raised side chest with drawers from the 19th century. This antique end table from Italy
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Antique 19th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 32.25 in W 25.5 in D 15.5 in
French 3-Drawer Side-Chest Nicely Raised on Tapering Squared Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French raised side chest with drawers from the early 19th century. This antique side chest or end
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Nordic chest of drawers with 3 drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage teak chest of drawers from the 1960s.
This Scandinavian design piece with clean and simple
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Teak
Teak chest of drawers with lockable drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian vintage 1960s chest of drawers.
A piece of furniture with clean, essential lines. The
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Teak
Victorian Chest with Hat Drawers
Located in Faversham, GB
A commanding chest of Victorian drawers in pine.
Featuring a generous top over three spacious hat
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Antique 19th Century British High Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Industrial chest of drawers with six big drawers
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
Vintage chest of drawers in Pinewood!
Six large drawers to store your stuff!
Dxhxl: 50x86x170 cm
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Teak scandi chest of drawers with 3 drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Authentic 3-drawer chest of drawers from the original Scandinavian manufacture of the 1960s.
Its
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Teak
Vintage teak chest of drawers with 3 drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage teak chest of drawers of Swedish manufacture.
Scandinavian cabinet with 3 drawers, the
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Vintage teak chest of drawers with three drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage Scandinavian furniture from the 1960s.
This chest of drawers with square, minimal lines
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Teak
Wooden Chest of Drawers with Inlaid Drawers with Flower Decorations
Located in Marbella, ES
Wooden Chest of Drawers with Inlaid Drawers with Flower Decorations
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2010s Indian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Danish Chest of Drawers in Teak with 6 Drawers
Located in Buxton, GB
Danish teak chest of drawers with 6 drawers manufactured in Denmark in the mid-20th century.
The
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Antique White Polychrome Wooden Chest of Drawers with Drawers
Located in Marbella, ES
Antique White Polychrome Wooden Chest of Drawers with Drawers
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
French 1840s Biedermeier Chest of Drawers with Three Drawers
Located in Santa Monica, CA
This is a fine example of a mid 19th Century France Biedermeier 3 drawer chest of drawers
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Antique 1840s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Chest of Drawers with Macassar Veneer
Located in Chicago, IL
This chest of drawers features a highly polished lacquered finish. The chest dates to the 1960's
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Vintage 1960s Hungarian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Macassar, Lacquer
Walnut Side Chest with Solid Drawers
Located in Chicago, IL
This walnut side chest dates to the 1960's and is an example of "brutalist" or "mid-century
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Late 20th Century Czech Brutalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Chest of drawers
By Zanaboni
Located in Milan, IT
oval chest of drawers is a stunning piece of functional decor that will enrich the look of any bedroom
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2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
18th Century Chest of Drawers with Folding Top and Secretaire with Drawers
Located in Marbella, ES
18th Century Chest of Drawers with Folding Top and Secretaire with Drawers
Category
Antique 18th Century Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
H 51.19 in W 46.07 in D 23.63 in
Chest of Drawers with Two Drawers by Jacques Adnet, France
By Jacques Adnet, Compagnie Des Arts Français
Located in Brussels, BE
About this Chest of drawers with two drawers by Jacques Adnet
Chest of drawers with two drawers
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Old pine antique English chest of drawers with four drawers
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this beautiful light old pine chest of drawers.
This Victorian English chest of drawers
Category
Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Pine
Early Victorian Wellington Chest with 8 Drawers
Located in Flower Mound, TX
A wonderful Victorian Wellington Chest Circa 1850
With eight graduated ash lined drawers, hinged
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Antique 1850s English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
ADN Chest of Drawers in solid Walnut with 7 Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers ADN in solid walnut wood,
with 7 drawers. Price: 18400,00€
Also available with:
3
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Blanket Storage Chest With 4 Drawers.
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Blanket Storage Chest With 4 Drawers and Top storage compartment with mid Century Modern
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Portuguese Chest with Two Drawers 19th Century
By Europa Antiques
Located in Madrid, ES
Portuguese chest with two drawers 19th century
in mahogany wood, cushions with bands and
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Antique 19th Century Portuguese Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Antique Merchant's Chest with Unique Drawers & Shelf
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Meiji period choba dansu merchant's chest from the 19th century with sliding doors
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Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Italian chest of drawers with mirror, 1950s
Located in Palermo, PA
Italian chest of drawers with mirror, 1950s.
Dimensions: H tot.=189 cm; W= 178 cm; D= 53 cm
H only
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Italian Chest of Drawers with Mirror, 1950s
Located in Palermo, PA
Italian chest of drawers with mirror, 1950s.
Dimensions: H= 175 cm; W= 195 cm; D=55 cm.
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Military Medical Chest / Cabinet with 3 Drawers
Located in Halle, DE
Military Medical Chest or cabinet, presumably east-european, with locking-door and 3 drawers
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Late 20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian Chest of Drawers with Black Details
Located in Brescia, IT
the black-painted wood give uniqueness and character to this chest of drawers with typical shapes
mid
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Metal
Vintage Chest of Drawers with Gold Handles
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian 1960s cabinet with drawers.
This retro-looking chest of drawers is distinguished by
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Teak
Small Danish Chest of Drawers with Mirror
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
M/1179 - Small elegant chest of drawers in walnut burl and oak, threaded in ebony: rare to find so
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Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
1800s French Chest of Drawers with Inlays
Located in Isle Sur La Sorgue, Vaucluse
Very unusual chest of drawers with curved sides and inlays on the top and drawer fronts. An antique
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
19th Century French, Louis XV-Louis XVI Transition Kingwood Marble Top Chest
Located in New Orleans, LA
This classic French transition marble top chest with drawers features satinwood, kingwood, is
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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
H 32.5 in W 32 in D 16 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
Spanish Polychrome Chest of Drawers with Three Drawers and Bronze Handles
Located in Marbella, ES
Spanish Polychrome Chest of Drawers with Three Drawers and Bronze Handles
Category
Antique 19th Century Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 34.26 in W 45.28 in D 24.02 in
Mahogany Bachelor's Chest of Drawers with Banding
Located in Woodbury, CT
This mahogany chest with four graduated drawers and bracket feet has a deep crossbanding of
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Antique 19th Century British George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Mahogany, Boxwood
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Chest With Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of chest with drawers available for sale. Frequently made of wood, metal and walnut, all chest with drawers available were constructed with great care. There are 3474 antique and vintage chest with drawers for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 112 modern editions to choose from as well. Chest with drawers have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Chest with drawers made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Louis XVI — are very popular at 1stDibs. Many chest with drawers are appealing in their simplicity, but Paul Frankl, Henredon and T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings produced popular chest with drawers that are worth a look.
How Much are Chest With Drawers?
Prices for chest with drawers start at $239 and top out at $234,137 with the average selling for $4,800.
Finding the Right commodes-chests-of-drawers for You
Is it 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 a 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.
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 With Drawers
- 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, 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
- What is a file drawer?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The term “file drawer” likely refers to filing cabinets. This is a type of office furniture that is used for storing paper documents in file folders. The two most common forms of filing cabinets are lateral filing cabinets and vertical filing cabinets. Shop for a variety of antique and vintage filing cabinets and other storage solutions on 1stDibs.
- What is a bank of drawers?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A bank of drawers is a piece of storage furniture that differs considerably from a chest of drawers. This furnishing is typically going to feature many more drawers than an ordinary chest of drawers might, and is often used interchangeably with the term “apothecary cabinet” because pharmacists used to require such a structure that afforded ample storage for classifying and filing away items in their places of business. Find antique and vintage banks of drawers today on 1stDibs.
- What is a gentleman's chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Tansu 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.
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The furniture equivalent of a Swiss Army knife, it's the multifunctional piece you didn't know you needed.
This Shelving System with Oxidized Brass Tubes Is Retro and Futuristic at Once
Italian studio DimoreMilano mustered great ingenuity when crafting these sculptural shelves, which are built without any screws.
28 Cheerful Home Bars, Where Everybody (Literally) Knows Your Name
Simple or sophisticated, equipped with console, cart or custom cabinetry, these stylish bar areas deserve a toast.
Ask an Interior Designer: Work-from-Home Edition
Leaping into a design project, whether it's refreshing the bedroom or redoing the whole house, can be overwhelming. Luckily, we know more than a few interior designers. You asked questions on Instagram, and now they're answering.
Collected and Eclectic, ‘Wunderkammern’ Are Back in a Big Way
Introduced nearly 500 years ago, curiosity cabinets are finding new fans among today's collectors and designers.
Meet the Incredible Woman Transforming Fallen Trees into Sleek Furniture
In the hands of New York Heartwoods cofounder Megan Offner, unwanted local trees become works of design art.
These New York Architects Love a Complicated Project
From Brooklyn townhouses to Maine campgrounds, Trattie Davies and Jonathan Toews relish a challenge, like transforming a former warehouse space into the new 1stdibs Gallery.
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