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Antique Italian Painted Chest with nickel knobs
Located in Wichita, KS
Antique Italian painted chest from early 1900s. The hardware has been updated with large knurled
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Antique Early 19th Century Italian French Provincial Commodes and Chests...
Materials
Wood
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
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Enamel, Nickel
H 34.5 in W 46.5 in D 21 in
Art Deco White Lacquer Chest with Nickeled Pulls by Charak Modern
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Art Deco/Hollywood chest of drawers was handmade by the illustrious American producer
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Dressers
Materials
Nickel
Leather Campaign Chest of Drawers, Nickel
Located in Miami, FL
Leather Campaign Chest of drawers. Nickel hardware and tacks, leather with patina. The chest has
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
Chest of Drawers with Nickel Hardware and Splayed Legs
Located in St. Louis, MO
1940s mahogany chest in a dark brown finish with open square nickel hardware.
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
French Art Deco Burl Walnut Chest of 4 Drawers with Polished Nickel Hardware
Located in New York City, NY
pleasing, the chest of drawers is supported on a low moustache base. The distinctive nickeled mounts
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
H 36.5 in W 39.5 in D 17 in
Pair of Dorothy Draper Serpentine Chests in Ivory Lacquer with Nickel Pulls
By Dorothy Draper
Located in Saint Louis, MO
& beautiful silver nickel over bronze scroll pulls, circa 1940s. Great examples of Dorothy Drapers Modern
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Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer
H 30.5 in W 36 in D 22 in
Bespoke Italian Post-Modern Pink Gray Glass 3-Drawer Nickel Chest Nightstand
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
colors is yours!
This attractive chest with minimalist Art Deco streamline design, entirely handcrafted
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2010s Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
Bespoke Italian Post-Modern Pink Gray Glass 3-Drawer Nickel Chest Nightstand
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
colors is yours!
This attractive chest with minimalist Art Deco streamline design, entirely handcrafted
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2010s Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
French Modern Tall Blonde Parquetry Cabinet, Mini Armoire W/ Nickel Trim
Located in New York City, NY
vertical band of shiny nickeled bronze runs down the center, adding a touch of modernity to its design. At
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
H 47.5 in W 61.75 in D 21.75 in
Six-Drawer Chest with Sculptural Hardware by Edmund Spence
By Edmond J. Spence
Located in Atlanta, GA
Six-drawer chest with sculptural hardware by Edmond Spence, Sweden, circa 1950s. Beautifully
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Widdicomb Chest with Tulip Hardware, Choice of Lacquer Color
By C.G. Kimerly, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful three ( 3 ) drawer chest by Widdicomb, circa 1940s. This unusual piece is highlighted
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Burl Chest of Drawers
By Mastercraft
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover our exceptional Mid-Century Modern Chest of Drawers, a piece that beautifully captures the
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel, Brass
"Il Pezzo 2 Highboy" dresser in American walnut - Marquinia marble - nickel base
By Il Pezzo Mancante
Located in Firenze, IT
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Structure: solid walnut
Top: Marquinia marble
Base: nickel finish brass
Five drawers
Size: 50 x 50 x H 109
Category
2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass, Nickel
H 42.92 in W 19.69 in D 19.69 in
Regency Global Views Lacquered Chest of Drawers - a Pair
By Global Views
Located in west palm beach, FL
A spectacular pair of vintage Regency chest of drawers. Made by the iconic Global Views group and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Regency Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Nickel
Exquisite Restored Landstrom Eight-Drawer Chest with Greek Key Handles
By Landstrom Furniture
Located in Atlanta, GA
An absolutely gorgeous eight eight-drawer chest by Landstrom, circa 1950. Landstrom was a boutique
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Copper
Mid-Century Modernist Chest of Drawers in Ebonized Walnut
Located in New York, NY
This substantial and reserved Mid-Century Modernist Chest of Drawers in Ebonized Walnut and Antique
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
Pair of Art Deco Style Bernhardt Commode Chests or Nightstands
By Bernhardt
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Bernhardt. The three drawer chests feature parchment style leather wrapped fronts with nickel plated pulls
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20th Century Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
Tall Chest in Pine with Five Drawers, Northern Europe, circa 1820
Located in Miami, FL
A lovely tall chest of drawers in pine with lift-top in pedestal form, followed by five drawers
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Antique Early 19th Century Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Vinci Chest of Drawers with Gold Leaf Painted on Brass Ornaments
Located in Paris, FR
Chest Vinci with rare wooden structure with brass ornaments
painted with golden leaf and with high
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
Modern Pink Flower Blossom Glass Mosaic Silver Chest with by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The blossom chest of drawers by Ercole Home has a 6-drawer front, with silver leaf finish on wood
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2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Silver Leaf
Barbara Barry for Baker Furniture Dark Mahogany Three-Drawer Bedside Chest
By Baker Furniture Company, Barbara Barry
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Modern Regency style three-drawer nightstand or bachelor chest
By Barbara Barry for
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Late 20th Century American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
Rosewood Chest of Drawers by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1960s
By Arne Vodder, Sibast
Located in Hamburg, PA
A gorgeous rosewood Chest of Drawers by Arne Vodder for Sibast, 1950s. This Scandinavian Modern
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
1930s Art Deco Brazilian Rosewood Chest Designed by Gilbert Rohde
By Gilbert Rohde, Herman Miller
Located in Buffalo, NY
1930s Art Deco Brazilian rosewood chest designed by Gilbert Rohde. Amazing quality and design
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
1950s Modern Paul Frankl for John Stuart Ebonized Walnut Chest
By Paul Frankl
Located in Kennesaw, GA
Love this! This is an ebonized walnut chest with plated brass hardware designed by Paul Frankl for
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Chest of Drawers, C. 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Westport, CT
-1950. This walnut chest of drawers or highboy features five large drawers providing ample storage space
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
Custom Black Lacquer Commodes or Chests Gunmetal Hardware in Any Dimension
Located in Chicago, IL
Handmade Classic style chest of drawers or commodes with gunmetal hardware. These dressers are
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2010s American Directoire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
"Calvet" Multi Purpose Chest of Drawers by Jaume Tresserra for Dessie'
By Dessie Studio, Jaime Tresserra
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Calvet" is a multi purpose chest of drawers, designed by Jaume Tresserra and manufactured by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel, Nickel
"Tecnica" High Walnut Chest of Nine Drawers by Jaume Tresserra for Dessie'
By Dessie Studio, Jaime Tresserra
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Tecnica" is a high chest of nine drawers in walnut, designed by Jaume Tresserra and manufactured
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Modern Indigo Chest of Drawers
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
Modern indigo chest of drawers. Featuring navy indigo lacquered linen finish. With elegant acrylic
Category
2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Pair of Architect Meyer H Loomstein White Lacquered Chests with Greek Key Frames
By Grosfeld House
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of classical modern matching chests designed by St. Louis Modernist Architect Meyer H
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lucite, Lacquer
H 39 in W 39 in D 20.5 in
Eli Blue Chest of Drawer
Located in New York, NY
legs have a gold finish. These are handmade stands with nickel plating.
Knobs are made of brass
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Che...
Materials
Bone, Wood
Eli Peach Chest of Drawer
Located in New York, NY
legs have a gold finish. These are handmade stands with nickel plating.
Knobs are made of brass
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Che...
Materials
Bone, Wood
"Planera Calvet" Multi Purpose Chest of Nine Drawers by J. Tresserra for Dessie'
By Jaime Tresserra, Dessie Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Planera Calvet" is a multi purpose chest of nine drawers, designed by Jaume Tresserra and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel, Nickel
H 59 in W 43.3 in D 21.6 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
Materials
Wood
"Planera Calvet" Multi Purpose Chest of 19 Drawers by J. Tresserra for Dessie'
By Jaime Tresserra, Dessie Studio
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Planera Calvet" is a multi purpose chest of 19 drawers, designed by Jaume Tresserra and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel, Nickel
H 39 in W 87.4 in D 21.6 in
Lillian August Mirrored Chest Of Drawers
By Lillian August
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fine mirrored chest with antiqued gray wood frame. With an inset beveled mirror top and three long
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of D...
Materials
Metal
Modern Leather Chest of Drawers, Light
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern Leather Chest of drawers with a shagreen embossed leather wrapped case in our light overcast
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Commodes and Chests of D...
Materials
Leather
Swedish Art Deco Chest of Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
sides and legs. This chest has nickel pulls. Perfectly scaled for just about anywhere in the home.
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch, Mahogany
Light Mid Century Leather Tall Chest
Located in Westwood, NJ
with polished nickel finish hardware and trim, all raised on a cube form polished nickel base
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Commodes and...
Materials
Metal
FB Collection Light Crystal Chest of 2 Drawers
By Franco Bianchini
Located in Milan, IT
Chest ok 2 drawers with wooden top, metal trims and lacquered feet, open with handle - Lupo glossy
Category
2010s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of Scala Luxury Trapu Lacquered Bow Front Commode Chests
By Scala Luxury
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Dramatic pair of Trapu commodes or chests of drawers by Scala Luxury Los Angeles, CA. The chests
Category
20th Century American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Colonial style chest of drawers model 555 by Bodafors, Sweden, 1890s
By SMF Svenska Möbelfabriken Bodafors
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Great chest of drawers, model No 555, produced by Bodafors, Sweden, during the 1890s.
Made with
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chest...
Materials
Straw, Beech
H 42.13 in W 28.75 in D 19.69 in
Mid Century Raffia Chest / Commode by Harrison Van Horn, c1970s
By Harrison Van Horn
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Delve into the realm of timeless elegance with this exquisite vintage mid-century Raffia Chest by
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Raffia, Hardwood
19th Century Spanish Unfinished Pine "Mobila" Tall Chest of Five Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
A lovely tall chest of drawers in pine with lift-top in pedestal form, followed by five drawers
Category
Antique Late 19th Century European Spanish Colonial Commodes and Chests ...
Materials
Pine
H 48.43 in W 37.01 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers in Black and grey marquetry by Ginger Brown
By Ginger Brown
Located in Bourguebus, FR
nickel patina.
The interior of the drawers is in black veneer.
This is a one of kind piece.
The
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21st Century and Contemporary French Futurist Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Shell
False Art Deco “Semainier” with Doors in Solid Oak - France, 1920-25
Located in Girona, ES
with walnut, fluted uprights and feet in solid walnut. Oak interior. Nickel-plated brass handles and
Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Beautiful Cabinet in the Asian Regency Style
Located in East Hampton, NY
Eight drawers with nickel pagoda shaped hardware and rich dark brown stain finish (almost ebonized
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Vintage 1940s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
Edward Wormley Dunbar Woven Front Chest, Mahogany, Brushed Nickel, Signed
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
Edward Wormely for Dunbar woven front chest, mahogany and brushed nickel, signed. Medium scale
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
Materials
Nickel
Stacked Commodes in Limed Oak
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
large dome-shaped brushed-nickel drawer pulls further enhance the tables' allure, reflecting light in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and C...
Materials
Nickel
Stacked Dressers in Limed Oak
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
large dome-shaped brushed-nickel drawer pulls further enhance the tables' allure, reflecting light in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and C...
Materials
Nickel
Mid Century Two-Drawer Mahogany Commode Console By Paul Frankl, c1940s
By Paul Frankl
Located in Chino Hills, CA
stunning Mahogany and Nickel 2-Drawer Console Table, expertly designed by the celebrated designer Paul
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
"Tecnica" Castored Walnut Drawers Unit Designed by Jaume Tresserra for Dessie'
By Dessie Studio, Jaime Tresserra
Located in Brooklyn, NY
three drawers in walnut, metallic base in antique nickel finish and castors with brakes.
Indoor use only
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Nickel
H 26 in W 19.7 in D 19.7 in
Large Mid-Century Modern Commode in Mahogany, Glass, Silver Leaf, Brass - Italy
Located in Girona, ES
top. Nickel plated brass handles.
Italy end of 40´s beginning of 50´s.
Category
Vintage 1940s Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Silver Leaf, Nickel
H 29.14 in W 70.48 in D 20.87 in
Pair of Art Deco Style Large Nightstands
Located in Westwood, NJ
An Art Deco style nightstand inspired by 1930s luxury. This three-drawer chest with a rounded edge
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Commodes and Chests of...
Materials
Wood
Marquetry Inlaid Louis XV Commode
Located in Westwood, NJ
nickel-brass and mounts and handles, on bold cabriole supports with acanthus cast mounts.
Dimensions: 69
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Louis XV Commodes and Chests of...
Materials
Metal
Stunning Pair of Red Lacquer Commodes by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1960
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Atlanta, GA
construction with handsome detail. Each chest offers identical interior configuration, with four drawers and
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
H 32 in W 39 in D 18 in
Art Deco Style Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
with polished nickel trim, exotic Amara veneers with polished nickel finish handles, on tapering legs
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Commodes and Chests of...
Materials
Wood
Custom Six-Drawer Mirrored Dresser
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
lacquer interior. Choose polished nickel ring or glass knob drawer pulls or supply your own drawer
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Exquisite Restored Pair of Cream Lacquer Art Deco Commodes by Widdicomb, c. 1948
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
in Cream lacquer. Hardware will be plated in the client choice of brass, nickel or silver leaf in
Category
Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
H 31.5 in W 48 in D 21 in
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Chest With Nickel For Sale on 1stDibs
Find many varieties of an authentic chest with nickel available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and nickel, every chest with nickel was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a chest with nickel, we have 42 options in-stock, while there are 34 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect chest with nickel — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A chest with nickel is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, modern and Art Deco styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one chest with nickel that is appealing in its simplicity, but Carlos Solano-Granda, Circu and Dessie Studio produced versions that are worth a look.
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The average selling price for a chest with nickel at 1stDibs is $7,820, while they’re typically $950 on the low end and $103,650 for the highest priced.
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 Nickel
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023Many earrings do not contain nickel. Platinum and titanium earrings are mostly free of nickel, and surgical stainless steel and sterling silver earrings often don't contain nickel. In addition, you can find 14- and 18-karat gold that is nickel-free. Because the content of jewelry can vary greatly, always look for pieces labeled as free of nickel if you need to avoid the metal due to sensitivities. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of earrings.
- What color is black nickel?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The coating on black nickel has a black tint. Black nickel is darker than polished nickel, which is mirror-like yet has a silvery hue.
- Is Napier jewelry nickel-free?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024Whether Napier jewelry is nickel-free varies from piece to piece. Contemporary Napier jewelry is mostly free of nickel, but vintage pieces may or may not be. If you're sensitive to nickel, you can purchase a nickel testing kit to detect the metal in jewelry. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Napier jewelry.
- What is a Bombay chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023A 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A 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?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.
- What is a sea chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2019
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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bombay 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?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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.
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