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Elegant Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
This Danish mid-century rosewood chest of drawers is beautifully crafted and boasts a stunning
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Elegant Chest of Drawers with Silver Plate Accents 1950s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in New York, NY
Elegant chest of drawers model no 5003 in walnut with spear pulls with tips in polished silver
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Silver Plate
H 30 in W 67 in D 21.5 in
Tommi Parzinger Elegant Chest Of Drawers with Brass Pulls 1940s (Signed)
By Charak Furniture Company, Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Chest of drawers model TP104 in dark brown mahogany with brass pulls by Tommi Parzinger for Charak
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Tommi Parzinger Elegant Chest of Drawers with Etched Brass Pulls 1950s 'Signed'
By Tommi Parzinger, Parzinger Originals
Located in New York, NY
Superbly crafted high chest of drawers in mahogany with etched brass pulls by Tommi Parzinger for
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 54 in W 51 in D 17.5 in
Tommi Parzinger Elegant Chest of Drawers with Etched Brass Pulls 1950s (Signed)
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Superbly crafted tall chest of drawers model M603 in mahogany with tapering legs and etched brass
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 50 in W 38 in D 17 in
Willy Rizzo Style Mario Sabot Chest of Drawers, 1970s
By Mario Sabot, Willy Rizzo
Located in Munich, DE
Elegant chest of drawers made by Maria Sabot and in the style of Willy Rizzo, Italy 1970s. Cream
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid Modern Century Commode Chest of Drawers Teak Wood
By G Plan Furniture
Located in Madrid, ES
A beautiful and elegant chest of drawers from the 60s, in teak wood, with four drawers and bronze
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Vintage Scandinavian Chest of Drawers by Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn, Sweden, 1950
By Josef Frank, Svenskt Tenn
Located in Stockholm, SE
Elegant chest of drawers by Josef Frank, made from mahogany. Beveled edges around the drawers
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 33.47 in W 29.14 in D 14.97 in
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
Boulle chest of drawers, France, circa 1860.
Located in Chorzów, PL
elegant chest of drawers is a perfect example of 19th-century craftsmanship and is a real gem for antique
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Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Scandinavian Art Deco birch chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Scandinavian art deco influenced chest of drawers circa 1930.
Good quality late art deco Swedish
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bakelite, Birch
Grosfeld House Chest or Secretary, 1940s
By Grosfeld House
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An elegant chest of drawers with pull-out desk drawer by Grosfeld House.
Category
Vintage 1940s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Ctr. Gustavian Black-Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
Gustavian chest of drawers in black-painted wood with beautiful patina.
An elegant chest of drawers
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Early 19 Century French Chest Of Drawers In Walnut
Located in Brussels, Brussels
1815) in walnut
model called crosses from the beginning of the 19th century
Elegant chest of drawers
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Antique 19th Century French Restauration Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Antique Inlaid Mahogany Biedemeier Chest of Drawers Commode
Located in Round Top, TX
, lower drawer has an old repair to crack along the bottom. This elegant chest of drawers has been
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Antique Early 19th Century Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
18th century Gustavian Chest of Drawers, Sweden 1780
Located in Leimen, DE
Gustavian chest of drawers, Sweden, 1780-1800.
This elegant chest of drawers is made of yew tree
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Antique 1780s Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Paolo Buffa Chest of Drawers/Commode circa 1940
By Paolo Buffa
Located in New York, NY
A fine and elegant chest of drawers or commode by Paolo Buffa, circa 1940. The handsome mahogany
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Vintage 1940s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century English Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Carmine, TX
sides are flat.
Overall this is a large, elegant chest of drawers that can provide plenty of storage
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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique South German Chest of Drawers, Circa 1825 - Walnut Veneer
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Antique South German Chest of Drawers, Circa 1825 – Walnut Veneer
This elegant chest of drawers
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Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Midcentury CherryWood Italian Dresser / Commode and Chest of Drawers, 1950
Located in Rome, IT
period. A very simple design, but by far a fine and elegant chest of drawers.
Entirely veneered in
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Cherry
H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 17.72 in
Small Lacquered Commode with Chinese Scenes in the style of Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
. This very elegant chest of drawers is wonderfully decorated with bronze handles and feet. This is
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Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 29.73 in W 32.09 in D 16.93 in
Inlaid Mahogany Empire Chest of Drawers, Denmark circa 1810
Located in Round Top, TX
A fine mahogany empire chest of drawers or commode with satinwood inlays.
Top drawer reveals
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Antique Early 19th Century Danish Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
Italian mid-century modern Chest of drawers in wood, glass and brass, 1950s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Chest of drawers in wood, glass and brass, 1950s
Rectangular chest of
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 28.55 in W 68.9 in D 21.66 in
Biedermeier Mahogany Cabinet from circa 1880
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique, elegant chest of drawers, a bar from the end of the 19th century in Biedermeier style
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Antique 1880s Danish Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century, Italian Policrome Lacquered Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in IT
18th century, Italian Policrome Lacquered Wood Chest of Drawers
This small and elegant chest of
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Antique Mid-18th Century Italian Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Mahogany Chest of Three Drawers with Marble Top, Sweden circa 1820-40
Located in Round Top, TX
elegant chest of drawers has been restored and is ready to be placed and enjoyed. Scuffs and scratches to
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Carlo de Carli DC154 chest of drawers Sormani Italy 1963
By Carlo De Carli, Sormani
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Elegant chest of drawers, model DC154, designed by Carlo de Carli and made by Sormani in Italy in
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Antique French Louis XV Style Painted Commode Sauteuse
Located in Birmingham, AL
over two drawers, circa 1920s. Carved, shaped apron raised on cabriole legs. This elegant chest of
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Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Rosewood Chest of Drawers by Kai Kristiansen
By Feldballes Møbelfabrik, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This elegant chest of drawers was designed during the 1960s by Kai Kristiansen for the Danish
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Rosewood
H 19.3 in W 33.86 in D 15.75 in
Elegant Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, South German 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
Step into history with our classic Biedermeier chest of drawers, originating from 1820 in South
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Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Elegant Vintage Silver Painted French Chest of Drawers
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Traditional French chest given a new glam look with shimmering silver paint. There are 3 drawers
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Vintage 1960s French Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
Elegant Chartreuse Bombay Style Commode/ Chest of Drawers
By Grange
Located in North Miami, FL
Whimsical Bombay style 4 drawer chest commode in an amazing chartreuse lacquer. Ample storage and
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Monumental & Elegant 12 Drawer Antique Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Very large impressive antique mahogany chest of drawers having undulating front, 12 drawers, and
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Antique 19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Elegant Neoclassical Black Lacquer Chest of Drawers, France, 1940
Located in Brussels, BE
Black lacquered neoclassical chest of drawers with brass pull rings handles and four bronze stars
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Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Antique 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Tallboy Chest on Chest of Drawers Elegant
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique 19th Century Inlaid Mahogany Tallboy Chest on Chest of Drawers – a beautifully crafted
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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 75.6 in W 44.89 in D 22.45 in
Elegant Small Tessellated Stone and Iron Treasure Chest of Drawers
By Renoir Designs
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant small treasure chest of drawers made of cream and taupe tessellated stone, having 5 black
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Vintage 1980s Philippine Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Stone
Large and Elegant Art Deco Chest of Drawers, circa 1930
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Large and elegant Art Deco chest of drawers, circa 1930.
Very beautiful manufacture,
small lack
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
French 19th Century, Styl Louis XVI Commode
Located in Warsaw, PL
This elegant chest of drawers is a fine example of the enduring appeal of the Louis XVI style, even
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Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
SUPER ELEGANT RALPH LAUREN AMERICAN HARDWOOD & OAK CHEST OF DRAWERS SiDEBOARD
By Ralph Lauren
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
American Mahogany and Oak Contemporary chest of drawers with lockable top drawer
Please note the delivery
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood, Oak
H 34.06 in W 54.14 in D 24.61 in
Elegant Dutch Rococo Walnut Commode or Chest of Drawers with Secret Drawer
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant Dutch Rococo commode or chest of drawers with undulating form and secret top drawer! Chest
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Antique 19th Century Dutch Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Elegant old chest of drawers from the 20th century, Louis XV, Paris
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant old chest of drawers from the 20th century, Louis XV, Paris
Very well made chest of
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20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Elegant art deco chest of drawers in walnut and nickel-plated bronze circa 1930
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Elegant art deco chest of drawers in walnut and nickel-plated bronze circa 1930
good condition
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
H 75 in W 105 in D 45 in
Swedish Blue Rococo Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
Elegant Swedish bombé-shaped rococo chest of drawers with a curved front and sides.
The chest of
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Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
French Empire Chest of Drawers, 1810
Located in Belmont, MA
, blending functionality with opulence.
Perfect for Elegant Interiors
This antique French chest of drawers
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Antique Early 1800s French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
French Art Deco Chest Of Drawers
Located in London, GB
An elegant French Art Deco chest of drawers.
Circa 1930 - 50's.
Three wood veneered drawers with
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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5488 Fine quality and very elegant Georgian chest of drawers in mahogany, having figured mahogany
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Antique Early 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
George III Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Madison, MS
This is an elegant George III period oak chest of drawers. The medium dark patina has a beautiful
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Antique Early 19th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Oak
Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, Germany 1780
Located in Leimen, DE
This elegant Neoclassical chest of drawers comes from Germany and dates back to around 1780-1800
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Antique 1780s German Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
British Campaign Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Nantucket, MA
A simple and elegant restored British Campaign chest of drawers. Features brass strap corners and
Category
Early 20th Century Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century Swedish Commode Circa 1860
Located in Atlanta, GA
delicate hint of green. This elegant chest of drawers embodies the understated sophistication of Gustavian
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Antique 19th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Beech
Commode Style Boulle of French 19th Century Napoleon III Period
Located in Warsaw, PL
This elegant chest of drawers exemplifies the grandeur and refined aesthetic of the Napoleon III
Category
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
French Art Deco Chest of Drawers, 1930s
Located in ROUEN, FR
Elegant Art Deco chest of drawers in solid mahogany, France, circa 1930.
Features rounded edges
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Franconian Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, circa 1820
Located in Greding, DE
An elegant Biedermeier chest of drawers with three drawers, crafted around 1820. The top drawer is
Category
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
Southgerman Chest of Drawers 18th Century Two Drawers Sans Traverse
Located in Epfach, DE
Beautiful and elegant baroque chest of drawers,
sans traverse, walnut with two drawers, front and
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Antique 1760s German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, Italy circa 1800
Located in Greding, DE
Elegant neoclassical two-drawer chest of drawers from Italy, made around 1800. The chest of drawers
Category
Antique Early 1800s Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
18th Century Baroque Chest of Drawers, Walnut
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
, very elegant original chest of drawers with nice dimensions , absolute collector's item. Body rests on
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Antique 1760s German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
19th Century French Wooden Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
This elegant 19th-century French chest of drawers combines practicality with antique charm. Crafted
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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Late American Federal Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Chicago, IL
This timeless and elegant statement chest of drawers has been meticulously crafted, embodying the
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Antique Early 19th Century American Federal Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Vintage bamboo chest of drawers by maugrion, 1970s
Located in Leuven, Vlaams Gewest
Elegant wooden and bamboo chest of drawers with 3 large drawers.
Produced by Maugrion, delivering
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Vintage 1970s French Bohemian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bamboo
Late 19th-Century Biedermeier Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
This elegant Biedermeier chest of drawers showcases Scandinavian craftsmanship from the early 20th
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Scandinavian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests o...
Materials
Oak, Pine
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Elegant Chest Of Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of elegant chest of drawers is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and walnut, all elegant chest of drawers available were constructed with great care. There are 5169 antique and vintage elegant chest of drawers for sale at 1stDibs, while we also have 211 modern editions to choose from as well. There are all kinds of elegant chest of drawers available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Elegant chest of drawers bearing mid-century modern or Louis XVI hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many elegant chest of drawers are appealing in their simplicity, but Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings and Baker Furniture Company produced popular elegant chest of drawers that are worth a look.
How Much are Elegant Chest Of Drawers?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $4,643, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $495,000 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 Elegant 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 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 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 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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