$995
H 28.5 in W 31.5 in D 18 in
Scandinavian Modern Teak 3-Drawer Small Vintage Chest Marked Made in Denmark
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome small Scandinavian Modern teak three-drawer chest marked made in Denmark. It is in
Teak
$9,750 / set
H 28.75 in W 29.75 in D 17.5 in
A Pair of Danish Empire Style Mahogany 3-Drawer Marble Topped Bow-Front
Located in San Francisco, CA
A handsome pair of Danish empire style mahogany 3-drawer marble-topped bow-front chests with brass
$2,426Sale Price|46% Off
H 25.25 in W 29 in D 16.25 in
Danish 18th Century Painted Chest of Drawers With Chinoiserie Decor
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Danish 18th century painted Baroque 3-drawer chest with later chinoiserie decorations, brass
Wood
$1,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 20 in W 28 in D 14 in
Scandinavian danish modern petite teak 3 drawer dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Scandinavian danish modern Small teak 3-drawer chest circa 1960 with teak carved knobs. All drawers
Birch, Teak, Pine
Danish 3 Drawer Chest of Santos Rosewood a Non CITES Species
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
This very nice small three-drawer Danish chest is veneered in Santos Rosewood, scientific name
A Handsome Danish Empire Mahogany 3-Drawer Chest
Located in San Francisco, CA
A handsome Danish empire mahogany 3-drawer chest with bone mounts; the rectangular top with canted
3-drawer chest of drawers, teak, Denmark 1960s.
Located in JOINVILLE-LE-PONT, FR
Adorable Scandinavian chest of drawers. Three large drawers, the top one lockable (key provided
Teak
A Handsome Danish Classical Revival Mahogany 3-Drawer Chest
Located in San Francisco, CA
A handsome Danish classical revival mahogany 3-drawer chest with inlaid decoration; the well
A Danish Empire Mahogany 3-Drawer Chest with Shell Inlay
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless Danish empire mahogany 3-drawer chest with over-scaled shell inlay; the rectangular top
A Handsome Danish Neoclassical Style Solid Walnut 3-Drawer Chest
Located in San Francisco, CA
A handsome Danish neoclassical style solid walnut 3-drawer chest; the rectangular top with beaded
Sold
H 35.5 in W 45.88 in D 19.63 in
A Handsome Danish Neoclassical Style Mahogany 3-Drawer Chest w/Ebony Highlights
Located in San Francisco, CA
A handsome and warmly-patinated Danish neoclassical style mahogany 3-drawer chest with ebony
Mid Century Danish Modern Walnut 3 Drawer Cabinet Bachelor Chest Dresser
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice mid century modern bachelor chest.
Sold
H 28.375 in W 30 in D 17.5 in
A Handsome Danish Empire 3-Drawer Walnut Bow-Front Commode/Chest w Burlwood Trim
Located in San Francisco, CA
A handsome and warmly-patinated Danish empire 3-drawer walnut bow-front commode/chest with burlwood
Sold
H 31 in W 36 in D 18 in
Danish Mid Century Modern Teak 3 Drawer Teak Bachelor Chest Dresser Cabinet
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Danish modern teak bachelor chest
Teak
A Handsome Danish Neoclassical Mahogany 3-Drawer Commode
Located in San Francisco, CA
A handsome Danish neoclassical mahogany 3-drawer commode with bronze mounts; the rectangular top
A Handsome Danish Neoclassical Mahogany 3-Drawer Commode
Located in San Francisco, CA
A handsome Danish neoclassical mahogany 3-drawer commode with gilt-bronze mounts; the rectangular
Small 3 Drawer Oak Chest by Aksel Kjersgaard for Odder
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Odder Furniture
Located in Little Burstead, Essex
A really good original little chest by Aksel Kjersgaard with his trademark cut out circular handles
Oak
Sold
H 29.53 in W 36.23 in D 17.72 in
Danish Designer Teak Wooden 3 Drawer Cabinet by Nils Jonsson, 1960s
By HJN Møbler, Nils Jonsson
Located in Oirlo, LI
This high-quality chest of drawers was designed by Nils Jonsson for HJN Møbler. It was
Teak
Sold
H 27.25 in W 33.5 in D 18 in
Danish Modern Chest of Drawers / Three '3' Drawer Dresser by Vitre, c. 1970s
Located in Deland, FL
A stately minimalist Danish Modern design by Vitre. This dresser is constructed from teak. The
Teak
19th Century Danish 3-Drawer Painted Fruitwood Chest
Located in San Marino, CA
A Danish painted chest of drawers with three drawers made of fruitwood, a rare find at this age and
Danish Teak 3 Drawer Chest of Drawers Dresser on Hairpin Legs
By Poul Hundevad, Poul Cadovius
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Handsome and versatile 3-drawer Danish teak chest. This unit can be used in an office or bedroom
Wrought Iron
Sold
H 30 in W 36 in D 18 in
Pair of Danish Mid-Century Modern Teak 3-Drawer Bachelor Chests Dressers Cabinet
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern three-drawer bachelor chests dressers credenzas on tall tapered legs.
Teak
Sold
H 40 in W 55.5 in D 20.5 in
Antique Large 3 Drawer Pine Chest of Drawers with Half Column Details
Located in Round Top, TX
The warm patina of the aged pine captures one’s attention in this large chest of 3 drawers while
Wood
Sold
H 30.5 in W 23.15 in D 16.55 in
Small Scandinavian Walnut and Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Brass Hardware
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Small Danish walnut and mahogany 3-drawer chest with original brass.
Brass
Danish Rosewood 3-Drawer Chest, 1960s
By Orla Mølgaard-Nielsen
Located in Nyborg, DK
Small chest of drawers designed in Denmark in the 1960s. Features three drawers with solid rosewood
Rosewood
Pair of Danish Modern Teak 3 Drawer Nightstands Commodes
Located in Long Beach, CA
Pair of Danish Modern Teak 3 Drawer Chests or Nightstands. Lots of storage space with a small
Wood
Pair of Compact Danish Modern Rosewood 3 Drawer Nightstands
Located in Long Beach, CA
Nice pair of Compact Danish Modern Rosewood 3 Drawer Nightstands. Beautiful Rosewood Grains
Wood
Danish Modern Rosewood Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Danish modern rosewood bow front 3-drawer chest
Rosewood
Kai Kristiansen 3 Drawer Rosewood Chest
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, ON
This sweet little Danish modern three-drawer chest in rosewood is the perfect storage piece for any
Rosewood
Danish Midcentury 3-Drawer Teak Chest, 1950s-1960s
By Vejle Stole & Møbelfabrik
Located in Nyborg, DK
Small 3-drawer chest of drawers designed in Denmark in the 1960s. Features three drawers with solid
Teak
$1,699 / item
H 31.49 in W 21.25 in D 0.98 in
Gio Ponti 'F.A. 33' Half Length Mirror in Black Brass for GUBI
By Gubi, Gio Ponti
Located in Glendale, CA
Gio Ponti 'F.A. 33' Half Length Mirror in Black Brass for GUBI The 'F.A. 33' Mirror was originally designed by Gio Ponti in 1933 for Fontana Arte, the period’s most prominent lamp, ...
Brass
French Art Deco Style Dining Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
A French Art Deco mahogany and cerejeira dining table, the circular crossbanded and molded edge top above a sphere and collar column with a turned and dished base. Inspired by a 1930...
Wood
French Auditorium Table
Located in Long Island City, NY
French Auditorium Table with wood top and metal base.
Metal
Pair Mid Century 5 Drawer Chests Fir Wood Cool Iron Wire Legs
By Paul McCobb
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for efficient shipping quote to your location. Pair Mid Century Modern Five Drawer Chests. Fir Wood Construction on Iron Wire Legs. Made by Aristo Bilt...
Wrought Iron
Decorative 19th Century Painted Armoire
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is a decorative 19th century armoire, with hand-painted classical motifs on a green background. The arched top is situated over a large single door. The bowed bottom section c...
Wood
$620
H 34.65 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in
Mid Century Petite Blond Wood Chest of Drawers - Festival of Britain
Located in Leicester, GB
A small blond wood chest of drawers from the 1950s. It has four drawers with golden handles and a beautifully decorated top drawer front. It is very Festival of Britain. There is a r...
Beech
Chippendale Breakfront Bookcase Cabinet Mahogany 1900
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Impressive mahogany Chippendale style 4 door breakfront bookcase. Circa 1900 This quality 4 door bookcase stands upon a squat cabriole legs with boldly carved ball and claw feet. The...
Mahogany
$1,155Sale Price / item|30% Off
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
$6,376 / 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
$2,141 / set
H 24.81 in W 23.63 in D 13.78 in
French Pair of Nightstands Side Cabinets Bedside Tables Brutalist Style, 2022
Located in Labrit, Landes
Pair of oak nightstands "Pyrénées" signed by Sébastien Lamarre. This french side cabinets were made by Sébastien Lamarre for Maison Marie Anne. The creator chose for the Pyrénées mo...
Oak
$2,500 / item
H 29 in Dm 19 in
Organic Modern Small Table Lamp Natural Wood Handmade Ivory Fluted Shade
By Isabel Moncada
Located in San Antonio, TX
PATA DE ELEFANTE SMALL table 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 ba...
Wood, Fabric, Linen, Fiberglass
$1,263Sale Price|30% Off
H 19.69 in W 33.47 in D 11.82 in
Scandinavian Mid-Century Three Drawer Console Table in Teak
Located in Karis, Nyland
Scandinavian mid-century three drawer console table in teak. Sleek design and ample storage make it a perfect addition to any living space.
Teak
$29,700
H 108.5 in W 109 in D 19.5 in
19th Century Italian Pinewood Bookcase - Large Antique Library Cabinet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A large antique Italian library cabinet made of hand crafted Pinewood, in good condition. This stunning bookcase library from Tuscany has a grey antique patina with light grey painte...
Metal, Bronze
$3,990 / item
H 15.75 in W 74.81 in D 29.14 in
Mustard Velvet Daybed with V-Shaped Beechwood Base, Model V
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DD V daybed is an exclusive daybed made by hand in Bosnia and Herzegovina by skilled craftsmen with long experience in wood and upholstery. Both frame and the characteristic V-shaped...
Fabric, Beech, Velvet
18th Century French Painted Armoire
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good 18th century French painted oak armoire, 1760 Dimensions: 70 inches (178 cms) wide 27.5 inches (70 cms) deep 93 inches (236 cms) high.
Oak
$3,595
H 63 in W 39 in D 19.5 in
Chinoiserie Jacobean Hand Painted Bookcase or Bar Cabinet, Circa 1920s
By Berkey & Gay Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Chinoiserie Jacobean style bookcase, dining cabinet, or bar cabinet In the manner of Berkey & Gay USA, Circa 1920s Carved walnut, green lacquered case with hand painted...
Brass
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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