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19th Century Continental Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn3916 19th century continental chest of drawers in walnut, having marble top above six graduated
Category
Antique 1860s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century CONTINENTAL FURNITURE Co Chest of Drawers
By Continental Furniture Company
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Chest of Drawers
Approximate Measurements In inches
35" high
42" wide
21" deep (back to front
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Continental Burl Elm Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Continental burl elm 3 drawer chest of drawers, 19th century. With a serpentine shaped over hanging
Category
Antique 19th Century European Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Continental Painted Bombe-Form Chest of Drawers
Located in Stamford, CT
An early period Continental brick and faux-marble painted pine bombe-form commode or chest of
Category
Antique Early 19th Century European Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
18th Century Continental Table Chest of Drawers
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
Unusual 18th century walnut shaped table chest of drawers.
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
18th Century Continental Mahogany Ten-Drawers Tall Lingery Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A rare 18th Century Continental Mahogany Narrow Ten-Drawers Tall Chest of Drawers, very appropriate
Category
Antique 18th Century American Federal Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
H 54 in W 16 in D 18.5 in
Continental Antique Louis XVI Style Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Continental Antique Louis XVI Style painted chest of drawers, 19th century. With a rectangular faux
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Antique 19th Century European Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
Antique Neoclassic Continental Walnut Commode or Chest of Drawers
Located in Palm Beach, FL
bowfront case with four drawers, brass hardware and elegant tapered legs, French polished in the
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Antique Continental Transition Style Parquetry and Marble Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
An exquisite French antique chest showcasing a breakfront design, featuring its original Marquina
Category
Antique 1760s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Metal
H 35.44 in W 45.28 in D 18.9 in
Continental Louis XVI Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Brass Inlay
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Russian or Swedish Louis XVI mahogany chest of drawers with brass inlay, circa 1800. Having a
Category
Antique Early 1800s European Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Rare circa 1780 Continental Parquetry Marquetry Inlaid Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in GB
chest of drawers
A very good looking and highly decorative chest of drawers, they are heavily inlaid
Category
Antique 1780s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fruitwood, Walnut
H 34.65 in W 41.74 in D 23.63 in
Pair of Continental Spanish Rosewood Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Continental (circa 1850s) Spanish rosewood 5 drawer bombe shaped commodes with mother of
Category
Antique 19th Century Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Pewter, Brass
Continental Pine Chest
Located in Wilson, NC
The locks on this chest are original. The brass hardware is later. The front and sides of the top
Category
Antique 1840s Belgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Continental Pine Three Drawer Chest
Located in Wilson, NC
Continental pine three drawer chest, with a pleasant honey color all over, the top has angled front
Category
Antique 1850s Austrian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Continental Three Drawer Pine Chest
Located in Wilson, NC
Continental three drawer pine chest with chamfered front corners, original splay feet; the heavy
Category
Antique 1860s Austrian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Empire Flame Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Continental Empire flame mahogany chest of drawers with marble top and gilt bronze mounts, 19th
Category
Antique 19th Century European Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Pair of Modern Nightstand Chests of Drawers
Located in North York, ON
chests of drawers. These stylish cabinets feature a sleek satin white lacquer finish that exudes
Category
2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Continental Diminutive Painted Marble-Top Chest
Located in Buchanan, MI
Continental diminutive painted chest. Gray veined marble top with canted corners, resting on the
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Vintage Louis XVI Style Tall Chest of Drawers Lingerie Jewelry Chest
Located in North York, ON
Elevate your living space with this exquisite Vintage Louis XVI Style Tall Chest of Drawers, a
Category
Vintage 1940s American Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Vintage Louis XVI Style Tall Chest of Drawers Lingerie Jewelry Chest
Located in North York, ON
Elevate your living space with this exquisite Vintage Louis XVI Style Tall Chest of Drawers, a
Category
Vintage 1940s American Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Continental Style Italian Paint Decorated Bombe Chest
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A soft and lovely Chest in Continental style with two long drawers in a Mottled Peach Tone painted
Category
Early 20th Century European Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Wood
Antique Louis XVI Style Inlaid Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Continental antique Louis XVI style floral inlaid walnut chest of drawers with brass hardware, 19th
Category
Antique 19th Century European Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Circa 1790 English George III Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1790 George III bowfront chest of drawers, English. Four long graduated drawers. Shaped apron
Category
Antique 1790s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Boxwood
Circa 1780 English George III Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1780 George III bowfront chest of drawers. 2 short of 3 long drawers. Beautiful, extensive
Category
Antique 1780s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Continental 19th Century Biedermeier St. Walnut Chest Circa 1840
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome and most elegant Continental 19th century Biedermeier st. Walnut chest circa 1840. The
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Circa 1790-1810 George III Period Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1790-1810 English George III period bowfront chest of drawers. 2 short over 3 long graduated
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Antique Scandinavian Chest of Six Drawers Gustavian Swedish Karl Johan 1840 Pine
Located in London, GB
stripped pine chest in lovely antique condition with six lockable drawers and original key. Most likely
Category
Antique 1840s Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
H 55.52 in W 31.5 in D 19.1 in
Circa 1840 Louis Philippe French Marble Top Commode or Chest of Drawers
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1840 Louis Philippe French Marble Top Commode or Chest of Drawers. Gloriously figured
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Marble
H 37.75 in W 50.38 in D 23 in
Antique circa 1860 Walnut & Marble Topped Chest of Drawers with Original Key
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this exquisite circa 1860 Continental Walnut & Marble chest of
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Antique 1860s European High Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
H 38.78 in W 49.41 in D 22.45 in
Pair of 18th Century Continental European Commodes
Located in Pomona, CA
by tapered legs. Above are two drawers with oval ormolu pulls and flower decorations. The top is
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Antique Late 18th Century European Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Pair of Rustic Continental Painted and Gilt Commodes
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Rustic Continental (19th Century) painted and gilt trimmed commodes with carved leaf design
Category
Antique 19th Century Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Gold Leaf
Pair of Paint Decorated Continental Demilune Italian Commodes Consoles
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a fantastic pair of brightly paint decorated continental and probably Italian-made
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Neoclassical Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
18th Century Continental Inlaid Commode
Located in Atlanta, GA
18th Century Continental Inlaid Commode
Category
Antique 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Continental Red Chinoiserie Three Drawer Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
a Continental red chinoiserie decorated commode / chest of drawers, the shaped top with a scenic
Category
Antique 18th Century European Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
French-Continental Slat Twig Commode
Located in New York, NY
Rustic French-Continental (19/20th Century) slat twig square commode with geometric design with
Category
Early 20th Century French Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Twig
Continental Rococo Gilt Mahogany Commode
Located in New York, NY
Continental (probably Dutch, circa 1750) Rococo gilt bronze trimmed mahogany and fruitwood 2 drawer
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century European Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fruitwood
Rustic 19th Century Continental Server Cabinet
Located in Bridgeport, CT
. The frieze with two long drawers with metal bales flanking the small center drawer with key form pull
Category
Antique 19th Century Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Pair of Curved Front Black Lacquered Chests
Located in North York, ON
. Each chest comes with 3 large drawers lined in luxurious black velvet, providing ample space to store
Category
2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Maltese Continental Rosewood and Brass Inlaid Serpentine Commode
Located in New York, NY
Continental Maltese (18th Century) rosewood chest / commode with decorative brass inlay having 3
Category
Antique 18th Century European Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Modern Cream Chests with Curved Fronts
Located in North York, ON
Pair of modern cream chests with curved fronts. Curved three drawer chests finished in a hand
Category
2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Continental 19th Century Biedermeier St. Burl Maple Commode
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
four drawer chest is raised by elegant and unique topie shaped feet. Each of the four drawers showcases
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple, Bone
Continental 19th Century Biedermeier St. Butler’s Desk/Commode
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional and unique Continental 19th century Biedermeier st. flamed Mahogany, ebonized
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ormolu
Pair of English Traditional Style Mahogany Nightstand Chests
Located in North York, ON
Pair of English Traditional Style Mahogany Nightstand Chests. Newly made in the USA, featuring
Category
2010s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Continental 19th Century Biedermeier Period Walnut & Fruitwood Commode
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A striking and extremely unique Continental 19th century Biedermeier period Walnut, ebonized
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut, Giltwood, Fruitwood
18th Century Continental Parquetry Inlaid Commode with Serpentine Front
Located in Atlanta, GA
18th century continental parquetry inlaid commode with serpentine front, hoof feet, and 3 drawers.
Category
Antique 18th Century European Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fruitwood
Mid-18th Century George III Period Chest on Chest
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Mid-18th century chest on chest, George III, English. Mahogany with oak secondary. The top section
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Continental 19th Century Burl Birchwood, Ebonized Fruitwood and Ormolu Commode
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and most decorative Continental 19th century burl Birchwood, ebonized Fruitwood, and
Category
Antique 19th Century Unknown Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ormolu
H 35 in W 47.75 in D 23.75 in
Ebonized Chinoiserie Bombe Chest
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A mid 20th Century carved, hand painted and ebonized continental chinoiserie chest. The three
Category
20th Century European Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of Modern Commode Chests in High Gloss Lacquer Finish
Located in North York, ON
creates a timeless look. The chest is finished with a rich dark espresso stain and black lacquer accents
Category
2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Paint Decorated Continental Italian Foyer Cabinet Console Table Buffet
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
For customers that require professional insured delivery we are proud to have teamed up with a nationwide professional delivery company that will assist with coordinating your delive...
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
19th Century Italian Chest
Located in Nashville, TN
This is an absolutely stunning antique chest. The amount of skill and craftmanship that went into
Category
Antique 1850s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
French Louis XV Style Hand Painted Faux Marble Chest Chinoiserie Chest Commode
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a French style Louis XV style chest with hand painted chinoiserie and faux marble top. I
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut, Paint
H 34 in W 66 in D 21 in
Modern Walnut End Table Chest
Located in North York, ON
Modern walnut end table chest featuring sleek designed double drawers with a black lacquer accented
Category
2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Hepplewhite Zebrano Demi Lune Commode Chest
Located in North York, ON
Hepplewhite Zebrano Demi Lune Commode Chest. Beautiful detailed zebrano wood grains with unique
Category
2010s American Hepplewhite Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Continental Satinwood Brass and Marble Commode ca. 20th C probably Italian Made
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in New York, NY
Sumptuous three drawer satinwood marquetry case, with sophisticated brass trim and circular drop pulls, supports the thick marble top. We believe this chic commode was created in Ita...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Regency Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
H 34 in W 39.5 in D 20 in
Custom Modern White Chests with Ribbed Facade
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
chest has three drawers with a ribbed facade, raised on four curved metal legs. A Carrocel custom fit
Category
2010s Canadian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Acrylic, Wood
Marble Top Louis XVI Style Commode Chest
Located in North York, ON
This gorgeous marble top commode chest is a truly luxurious piece of furniture. It is made with the
Category
2010s American Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Antique Louis XVI French Marble Top Commode Chest
Located in North York, ON
Antique Louis XVI French Marble Top Commode Chest. Late 19th Century, France, Louis XVI Style
Category
Antique 1890s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Metal, Brass
1950s French Louis XIV Style Carved Pine Chest / Commode
Located in Kennesaw, GA
chest with Louis XIV styling. The drawers are lined with paper. The only condition issue that I would
Category
Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique English Oak Barley Twist Vanity / Commode / Chest / Dry Sink
Located in Kennesaw, GA
five weeks, and it is for the Continental US only. For destinations like Nantucket, we ship to a
Category
Early 20th Century English Jacobean Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mirror, Oak
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Continental Chest Of Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs
Find a variety of continental chest of drawers available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct continental chest of drawers — often made from wood, metal and walnut — can elevate any home. Continental chest of drawers have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Continental chest of drawers bearing Neoclassical or Victorian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Karges Furniture produced beautiful continental chest of drawers that are worth considering.
How Much are Continental Chest Of Drawers?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $4,200, while they’re typically $625 on the low end and $29,800 highest priced.
Finding the Right commodes-chests-of-drawers for You
Shopping for a commode or a chest of drawers?
Commode is the French term for a low chest of drawers, but it is also sometimes used to denote any case piece with a particularly intricate design. The commode dates to circa 1700 France, where it was used as an alternative to a taller cabinet piece so as to not obscure paneled, mirrored or tapestried walls. Coffers, or chests, which were large wooden boxes with hinged lids and sometimes stood on ball feet, preceded chests of drawers, a fashionable cabinet furnishing that garnered acclaim for its obvious storage potential and versatility. The term commode was also used to refer to a piece of bedroom furniture — a washstand or nightstand that contained a chamber pot.
As time passed, French and British furniture makers led the way in the production of chests of drawers, and features like the integration of bronze and ornamental pulls became commonplace. Antique French commodes in the Louis XV style were sometimes crafted in mahogany or walnut, while an Italian marble top added a sophisticated decorative flourish. This specific type of case piece grew in popularity in the years that followed.
So, what makes a chest of drawers different from a common dresser? Dressers are short, and chests of drawers are overall taller pieces of furniture that typically do not have room on the top for a mirror as most dressers do. Tallboys and highboys are variations of the dresser form. Some chests of drawers have one column of four to six long drawers or three long drawers in their bottom section that are topped by a cluster of small side-by-side drawers on the top. To further complicate things, we sometimes refer to particularly short chests of drawers as nightstands.
Even though chests of drawers are commonly thought of as bedroom furniture to store clothing, these are adaptable pieces. A chest of drawers can house important documents — think of your walnut Art Deco commode as an upgrade to your filing cabinet. Nestle your chest near your home’s front door to store coats and other outerwear, while the top can be a place to drop your handbag. Add some flair to your kitchen, where this lovable case piece can hold pots, pans and even cookbooks.
When shopping for the right chest of drawers for your home, there are a few key things to consider: What will you be storing in it? How big a chest will you need?
Speaking of size, don’t dream too big. If your space is on the smaller side, a more streamlined vintage mid-century modern chest of drawers, perhaps one designed by Paul McCobb or T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, may best suit your needs.
At 1stDibs, we make it easy to add style and storage to your home. Browse our collection of antique and vintage commodes and chests of drawers today.
Questions About Continental Chest Of Drawers
- 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 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, 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 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify an antique chest of drawers, look inside and beneath drawers and on the back and bottom for any type of maker's marking. Researching these marks using trusted online resources may allow you to determine who produced your chest and roughly date your piece. If your chest is at least 100 years old, it is an antique. Should you be unable to locate the maker's marks, look at the hardware. Rose head nails, one-piece cast brass pommels on the drawer handles and circular rather than hexagonal bolts may all indicate that a piece is an antique. Keep in mind that hardware may have been replaced at some point and that there are many reproductions of antique furnishings. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer complete the identification process if you're unable to identify your chest via the maker's markings. Find a range of antique chests of drawers on 1stDibs.
- 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 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 ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What a large chest of drawers is called depends on its proportions. In the United States, a wide piece about waist-high is usually called a dresser. A tall, thin chest of drawers is typically referred to as a highboy. On 1stDibs, you can find a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary chests of drawers.
- 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 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between a bureau, a chest of drawers and a dresser comes down to shape and function. Dressers and chests of drawers are both types of bedroom furniture that feature storage drawers. However, bureaus tend to be wider and shorter, while chests of drawers are narrower and taller. Often used for storage outside of bedrooms, bureaus are usually about the same height as dressers but are shorter than chests of drawers. Find a wide range of casegoods on 1stDibs.
- 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between a dresser, a bureau and a chest of drawers is where you place these furnishings and their overall shapes and designs. Usually positioned in a bedroom, a dresser is a wide, low casegood consisting of two or more columns of drawers. When this type of furniture is placed in a living room, office, library or other space beyond the bedroom, people normally refer to it as a bureau. Another type of bedroom furnishing is a chest of drawers, which is a tall vertical column of drawers stacked one above the other. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dressers, bureaus and chests of drawers.
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