18th Century Walnut Wood Commode from Bordeaux, France
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-carved in walnut wood during the 1700s, this lovely commode hails from Bordeaux, France. The
Metal, Bronze
$7,600
H 33.5 in W 47.25 in D 24.25 in
18th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut Chest of Drawers from Bordeaux
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorate an entry, bedroom or living room with this elegant antique commode. Crafted in Bordeaux
Bronze
$8,156Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 22.25 in W 22.05 in D 20.08 in
Acerbis Storet Drawers Cabinet in Black Ash with Bordeaux Glossy Lacquered
By Acerbis, Nanda Vigo
Located in Brooklyn, NY
lacquered bordeaux LL20 Dimensions: 56 W x 51 D x 56.5 H cm Available in other frame finish option: Dark
Ash
$6,900
H 33 in W 48 in D 25 in
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Carved Mahogany Chest of Drawers from Bordeaux
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique chest was crafted in Bordeaux, France, circa 1760. Called "Commode Tombeau" in
Bronze
$8,500
H 42.875 in W 46.5 in D 23.75 in
18th Century Carved Cherrywood Commode Scriban from Bordeaux, France
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful example of a period Louis XV writing desk, this cherrywood commode scriban was hand
Wood, Cherry
French Small Commode, Bordeaux circa 1730
Located in Isle sur la Sorgue, Provence
Small french commode, Bordeaux circa 1730 Small chest port, Bordeaux 1730 Small chest of "boudoir
Mahogany, Walnut
18th Century Walnut Bordeaux Commode
Located in Natchez, MS
18th century walnut commode from Bordeaux region of France. The pulls and escutcheons are original
Walnut
Unavailable
H 49.22 in W 56.7 in D 21.26 in
Contemporary Chest of Drawers Dark Red, Bordeaux Lacquer, Nero Marquina Handles
By Hommes Studio
Located in Porto, PT
Gloss Bordeaux Lacquer; Handles in Nero Marquina and Gloss White Lacquer; Legs in Gloss Bordeaux Lacquer
Brass
French Louis XV Period, Mahogany, Bordelais Commode
Located in Charleston, SC
A fine, French, Louis XV period, mahogany commode from the Bordeaux region. The commode has a
French Louis XV Period, Mahogany, Bordelais Commode
Located in Charleston, SC
A fine French Louis XV period, carved, mahogany commode from the Bordeaux region. The commode has
Bordeaux Commode
Located in London, GB
An exceptional Louis XV ebony commode, probably Bordeaux, circa 1740. With original silvered
Ebony
Commode from Bordeaux - Walnut with Original Hardware
Located in New Orleans, LA
18c Commode from Bordeaux - Walnut with Original Hardware
Louis XV Marble Top Serpentine Bordeaux Commode
Located in Westwood, NJ
Louis XV Marble Top Bombay Serpentine Commode from Bordeaux, France
Sold
H 38.19 in W 49.22 in D 21.66 in
19th Century French Ebonized Commode by Ebeniste Bardie, Bordeaux
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Wonderful Empire style commode, with lots of ormolu mounts including feet front and back, very nice
Marble, Ormolu
Sold
H 32.75 in W 44 in D 22.5 in
French Louis XV Style Three-Drawer Commode from the Bordeaux Region of France
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Three-Drawer French "Commode en Tombeau", Louis XV Style with Custom Finish. The Drawers have
Bronze
18th Century French Walnut Antique Chest from Bordeaux
Located in New Orleans, LA
A refined French walnut chest featuring contrasting black accents and elegant brass hardware, combining warm wood tones with bold detailing—offering a sophisticated blend of classic ...
Walnut
French Louis XV Commode
Located in Winter Park, FL
Period 18th Century French Louis XV Commode from Bordeaux. A great chest of drawers made of walnut
Sold
H 45 in W 46 in D 25 in
18th Century French Louis XV Bombe Cherry Desk Secretary Scriban from Bordeaux
Located in Dallas, TX
"commode scriban". Carved in Bordeaux, France, circa 1760, the fold out secretary is both stylish and
Bronze
Sold
H 43 in W 50 in D 26 in
18th Century French Louis XV Carved Bombe Cherry Scriban Secretary from Bordeaux
Located in Dallas, TX
"commode scriban". Carved in Bordeaux, France circa 1760, the "secretaire a abattants" is both stylish and
Leather, Cherry
18th Century Louis XV Period Bordelais Bibliotheque
Located in Birmingham, AL
of furniture in Bordeaux. Commodes were large in size to adapt to use in hotels and were strongly
Walnut
18th Century French Louis XV Carved Bombe Mahogany Commode from Bordeaux
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique fruitwood bombe chest of drawers was crafted in Bordeaux, France, circa 1760
Bronze
French Louis XV Mahogany Bordelais Commode
Located in Greenwich, CT
A fine Louis XV period mahogany commode from the Bordeaux region, with three drawers having
Mahogany
Sold
H 35.25 in W 50 in D 22.75 in
Late 18th Century Louis XVI Period Walnut Chest with Bronze Inlay from Bordeaux
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This late 18th century Louis XVI period walnut commode or chest from the Bordeaux region of France
Bronze
LOUIS XV COMMODE FROM BORDEAUX
Located in Natchez, MS
Period 18th c Walnut Louis XV Commode from Bordeaux with an exceptional parquetry top. It truly is
Walnut, Ebony
WALNUT 18TH C. COMMODE FROM BORDEAUX
Located in Natchez, MS
18th c walnut commode from Bordeaux France. Exceptional size and carving.
Wood
Maison Jansen Bordeaux and Gilt Lacquer "Douvres" Commode
By Maison Jansen
Located in London, GB
A rare bordeaux & gilt lacquer "Douvres" Commode, white marble top, ormolu pulls, stamped on the
Marble, Ormolu
18th Century French "Bordeaux" Desk, Louis XV Period
Located in Isle sur la Sorgue, Provence
ending in volutes typically has small feet Bordeaux . Décreusées of reserves and stars inlay adorn the
Walnut
Louis XV Walnut Commode
Located in Middleburg, VA
Finely carved Louis XV walnut commode from the Bordeaux region.
Louis XV Bordelaise Walnut Commode
Located in Natchez, MS
Wonderful 18th c Walnut commode from Bordeaux France. All original and wondeful.The sides have a
Walnut
Pair of Jean Claude Mahey commodes
Located in Paris, FR
Two little commodes with a bordeaux lacquer, three drawers and brass details. Signed JC Mahey.
18th Century French Cherry Bombay Commode
Located in Atlanta, GA
Louis XV period French Bombay commode in solid cherry from Bordeaux, original bronze pulls
Cherry
18 th. Century Louis XVI Commode
Located in Houston, TX
Handsome and unusual form Cherry Louis XVI period commode from Bordeaux. Two narrow drawers over
Marble
Rare 18th Century French Walnut Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A very fine and of great design, large 18th century continental commode in walnut with a lovely
Walnut
Sold
H 97.25 in W 52.37 in D 25.99 in
French Louis XV Period Bombe Walnut Deux-Corps Slant-Desk Commode from Bordeaux
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
, from Bordeaux, France. The commode part opened by two large serpentine drawers and rests on
Walnut
$1,650 / item
H 16.1 in Dm 11.5 in
'Plissé White Edition' Pleated Textile Table Lamp by Folkform for Örsjö
By Örsjö Industri AB
Located in Glendale, CA
'Plissé White Edition' pleated textile table lamp by Folkform for Örsjö. This unique table lamp was awarded “Lighting of the Year 2022” by Residence Magazine Sweden, who called it “...
Textile
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool
By Bertu Furniture
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
Bertu Counter Stools, White Oak Counter Stool, Chile Stool This White Oak Chile Counter Stool is beautifully constructed from solid wood in Ohio, USA. The stool is chunky and modern...
Wood, Oak
$12,717Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 27.56 in W 100.4 in D 37.8 in
Arflex Marenco Sofa in Fabric Heidi and Candy by Mario Marenco
By Arflex, Mario Marenco
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Marenco Sofa is designed by Mario Marenco for Arflex. This sofa features the system with making the armrest and seat as the base portion. There is a metal tubular frame facilitated f...
Metal
$6,309 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Iroko Wood by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Neatly proportioned with exceptional detailing, the constant nightstand is your perfect bedside partner. In our furniture making, the IDEA is to create special pieces that you can bu...
Hardwood
$6,071 / set
H 24.01 in W 18.12 in D 14.18 in
Pair of Park Night Stands in Noir Oxblood Lacquer by Yaniv Chen for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The Park nightstand is the epitome of exquisite craftsmanship, featuring meticulously proportioned dimensions and exceptional detailing that make it an ideal bedside companion. Our f...
Lacquer
Organic Modern Floor Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Ivory Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE (LARGE) floor lamp was designed for the Atomic collection by Mexican artist Isabel Moncada. Named Pata de Elefante –Elephant‘s Foot– for the prominent shape at its ...
Textile, Wood, Linen, Fiberglass
$7,023 / item
H 21.66 in W 17.72 in D 17.72 in
Pair Various Positions Nightstand in Walnut and Oak by Master Studio for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Inspired by his fascination with the aesthetic allure of interiors depicted in films and literature, Yaniv Chen endeavors to capture the essence of captivating spaces. Reflecting upo...
Oak, Walnut
2 parts sofa in stainless steel by Studio Glustin
By Glustin Creation
Located in Saint-Ouen (PARIS), FR
2 parts sofa in stainless steel with seating upholstered with a fabric by Dédar. Creation by Studio Glustin. France, 2023.
Stainless Steel
$27,500
H 46.46 in W 101.58 in D 20.28 in
Ernesto Valabrega for Studio Vittorio Valabrega Decorative Fireplace Mantel
By Vittorio Valabrega
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Ernesto Valabrega for Studio Vittorio Valabrega, decorative fireplace mantel, lacquered wood, plaster, glass, iron, Italy, 1930s This striking decorative fireplace mantel, presumabl...
Iron
$10,693 / item
H 26.38 in W 94.49 in D 37.1 in
Customizable Tacchini Sesann Sofa by Gianfranco Frattini
By Gianfranco Frattini, Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
price listed for starting fabric and chrome frame A reissue of a historic design by Gianfranco Frattini, Sesann is a collection of sofas and armchairs with soft, cosy forms that evo...
Leather, Fabric
Salvadore Sofa in Army (300cm) by Laura Gonzalez
By laura gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
Made in France with an oak structure, high-density foam, and a feather topper for optimum comfort, the Salvador sofa features a triple armrest, upholstered with a luxurious velvet (L...
Fabric
$2,399Sale Price|20% Off
H 35 in W 46.25 in D 20 in
French Louis XV Style Walnut French Country Three Drawer Commode
By Auffray Furniture
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This elegant French Louis XV style commode embodies the charm and craftsmanship of classic French country design. Constructed from rich walnut, the commode features a warm, glowing p...
Bronze
$24,329Sale Price / item|25% Off
H 25.99 in W 94.49 in D 38.19 in
Carlo Scarpa Cornaro Three-Seater Sofa by Cassina, Upholstered, Italy
By Carlo Scarpa
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Carlo Scarpa Cornaro Three Seater Sofa Manufactured by Cassina SCULPTURAL ELEGANCE Geometric austerity encounters enveloping padding in this sofa designed by maestro Carlo Scarpa ...
Metal
$8,095
H 55.12 in W 46.46 in D 16.93 in
Brutalist Style Italian Dry Bar made of Oak Wood, Hand-carved Drinks Cabinet
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian hand-carved oak wood bar cabinet with four folding doors and central interior shelf. Discover the essence of Italian style with our stunning contemporary oak wood bar cabin...
Wood
$103,551 / item
H 29.53 in W 118.12 in D 51.19 in
Rainbow Table in Mainneville (Standard Size) by Laura Gonzalez
By laura gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
The signature Rainbow dining table is made with multi-colored ceramic marquetry handmade by the craftswoman Fabienne L’Hostis. The enameled ceramic tiles are made implementing the Ja...
Enamel
$11,500
H 104 in W 70.25 in D 28 in
18th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut Armoire Lyonnaise with Floral Motifs
Located in Dallas, TX
This impressive Louis XV period armoire Lyonnaise was carved in Lyon, France circa 1760. Built of solid walnut, the tall and elegant cabinet stands on "pieds escargot", or escargot f...
Walnut
Shopping for a commode or a chest of drawers?
Commode is the French term for a low chest of drawers, but it is also sometimes used to denote any case piece with a particularly intricate design. The commode dates to circa 1700 France, where it was used as an alternative to a taller cabinet piece so as to not obscure paneled, mirrored or tapestried walls. Coffers, or chests, which were large wooden boxes with hinged lids and sometimes stood on ball feet, preceded chests of drawers, a fashionable cabinet furnishing that garnered acclaim for its obvious storage potential and versatility. The term commode was also used to refer to a piece of bedroom furniture — a washstand or nightstand that contained a chamber pot.
As time passed, French and British furniture makers led the way in the production of chests of drawers, and features like the integration of bronze and ornamental pulls became commonplace. Antique French commodes in the Louis XV style were sometimes crafted in mahogany or walnut, while an Italian marble top added a sophisticated decorative flourish. This specific type of case piece grew in popularity in the years that followed.
So, what makes a chest of drawers different from a common dresser? Dressers are short, and chests of drawers are overall taller pieces of furniture that typically do not have room on the top for a mirror as most dressers do. Tallboys and highboys are variations of the dresser form. Some chests of drawers have one column of four to six long drawers or three long drawers in their bottom section that are topped by a cluster of small side-by-side drawers on the top. To further complicate things, we sometimes refer to particularly short chests of drawers as nightstands.
Even though chests of drawers are commonly thought of as bedroom furniture to store clothing, these are adaptable pieces. A chest of drawers can house important documents — think of your walnut Art Deco commode as an upgrade to your filing cabinet. Nestle your chest near your home’s front door to store coats and other outerwear, while the top can be a place to drop your handbag. Add some flair to your kitchen, where this lovable case piece can hold pots, pans and even cookbooks.
When shopping for the right chest of drawers for your home, there are a few key things to consider: What will you be storing in it? How big a chest will you need?
Speaking of size, don’t dream too big. If your space is on the smaller side, a more streamlined vintage mid-century modern chest of drawers, perhaps one designed by Paul McCobb or T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, may best suit your needs.
At 1stDibs, we make it easy to add style and storage to your home. Browse our collection of antique and vintage commodes and chests of drawers today.
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