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Double Dresser by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals
Double Dresser by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals

Double Dresser by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals

Located in New York, NY

Eight drawer double dresser by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals. Stunning walnut case with

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Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

rosewood double chest of drawers
rosewood double chest of drawers

rosewood double chest of drawers

Located in Wargrave, Berkshire

double chest of drawers with 12 drawers of staggered heights

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Mahogany Double Chest of Drawers
Mahogany Double Chest of Drawers

Mahogany Double Chest of Drawers

Located in New York, NY

A dressing room bureau full of drawers

Category

Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Midcentury Teak Double Chest of Drawers
Midcentury Teak Double Chest of Drawers

Midcentury Teak Double Chest of Drawers

By G Plan Furniture

Located in Hull, GB

Chest of drawers Midcentury teak double chest of drawers made by G Plan, circa 1970s. The chest of

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Midcentury Teak Double Chest of Drawers
Midcentury Teak Double Chest of Drawers

Midcentury Teak Double Chest of Drawers

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in Hull, GB

CHEST OF DRAWERS Mid-century teak double chest of drawers designed by John & Sylvia Reid made by

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Period Rococo Double Chest of Drawers
Period Rococo Double Chest of Drawers

Period Rococo Double Chest of Drawers

Located in Sheffield, MA

Rococo chest of drawers, Sweden circa 1760, with bowfront form and unusual double banks of drawers

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Florence Knoll Double Chest of Drawers
Florence Knoll Double Chest of Drawers

Florence Knoll Double Chest of Drawers

By Florence Knoll

Located in Berkhamsted, GB

her husband in the Knoll company. The furniture has three drawers on each unit and has a hidden desk

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Vintage 1930s British Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Antique Campaign Chest Three Drawers Double Doors
Antique Campaign Chest Three Drawers Double Doors

Antique Campaign Chest Three Drawers Double Doors

Located in Stamford, CT

Antique Campaign Chest Three Top Drawers and Double Door Bottom; two parts

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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Double Chest of Drawers by Jens Risom
Double Chest of Drawers by Jens Risom

Double Chest of Drawers by Jens Risom

Located in Sea Cliff, NY

A double chest of drawers set atop a solid walnut base. Left side having four drawers of

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Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Mid century teak double chest of drawers
Mid century teak double chest of drawers

Mid century teak double chest of drawers

By G Plan Furniture

Located in Hull, GB

CHEST OF DRAWERS Midcentury teak double chest of drawers made by G Plan circa 1970s . The chest

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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Antique English Double Wide Chest of Drawers
Antique English Double Wide Chest of Drawers

Antique English Double Wide Chest of Drawers

Located in Port Chester, NY

An antique oak chest of drawers from England. Very decorative with cross-banding on the drawers

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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Antique Double Bank  Chest with Eight Drawers
Antique Double Bank  Chest with Eight Drawers

Antique Double Bank Chest with Eight Drawers

Located in Culver City, CA

A very nice English pine chest of drawers from the mid to later 19th century. The eight drawers are

Category

Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Double Chest of Drawers
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Double Chest of Drawers

T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Double Chest of Drawers

Located in Chicago, IL

A Double Chest of Drawers by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbons for Widdicomb with original nickle plated spear

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Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Rosewood Double Chest of Drawers, Denmark, circa 1960
Rosewood Double Chest of Drawers, Denmark, circa 1960

Rosewood Double Chest of Drawers, Denmark, circa 1960

Located in Paddock Wood, Kent

Rosewood double chest of drawers, Denmark, circa 1960. A rare piece of Danish furniture produced

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood, Wood

Walnut Double Chest Of Drawers By George Nakashima
Walnut Double Chest Of Drawers By George Nakashima

Walnut Double Chest Of Drawers By George Nakashima

Located in Sea Cliff, NY

A rare and beautiful Walnut chest.Six full drawers below two jewelery or half drawers. Flush

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20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings Double Chest of Drawers
T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings Double Chest of Drawers

T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings Double Chest of Drawers

Located in New York, NY

American Chest of Drawers designed by T.H.Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb furniture company. Six

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Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

1940s Elegant Double-Commode or Chest of Drawers
1940s Elegant Double-Commode or Chest of Drawers

1940s Elegant Double-Commode or Chest of Drawers

Located in Miami, FL

in this elegant and masculine grey cerused finish which accentuates the wood grain. This double

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Vintage 1940s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Nickel

Swedish Double Curved Chest of Drawers 19th Century
Swedish Double Curved Chest of Drawers 19th Century

Swedish Double Curved Chest of Drawers 19th Century

Located in Paris, FR

Beautiful patina of origin and very elegant details like the orginal brass handles. Gustavian Period. Light curves with very low feet base.

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Antique 19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Rare Double Chest Of Drawers
T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Rare Double Chest Of Drawers

T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Rare Double Chest Of Drawers

Located in Chicago, IL

A rare eight drawer double chest of drawers by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb.This restored

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Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

A Paul Frankl designed Double Chest of Drawers 1940s
A Paul Frankl designed Double Chest of Drawers 1940s

A Paul Frankl designed Double Chest of Drawers 1940s

Located in London, GB

A Paul Frankl designed Double Chest of Drawers for Johnson Furniture of Grand Rapids USA 1940s

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Vintage 1940s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Double Curved Chest of Drawers 19th Century Black Patina
Double Curved Chest of Drawers 19th Century Black Patina

Double Curved Chest of Drawers 19th Century Black Patina

Located in Paris, FR

Very elegant front shape and patina of origin. 3large +1 small top drawers. From south part of

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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

A Charles Kimerly for Widdicomb Double Chest of Drawers.
A Charles Kimerly for Widdicomb Double Chest of Drawers.

A Charles Kimerly for Widdicomb Double Chest of Drawers.

Located in New York, NY

The rectangular frame supported by four short feet, each side with seven graduated drawers, with

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Vintage 1940s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Italian Cherry Inlaid Double Serpentine Chest of Drawers, circa 1820
Italian Cherry Inlaid Double Serpentine Chest of Drawers, circa 1820

Italian Cherry Inlaid Double Serpentine Chest of Drawers, circa 1820

Located in San Francisco, CA

A very attractive and scarce Italian chest of drawer in cherry with rosewood inlays and brass

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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Pair Paul Frankl for Johnson Brothers  Double Chest of Drawers
Pair Paul Frankl for Johnson Brothers  Double Chest of Drawers

Pair Paul Frankl for Johnson Brothers Double Chest of Drawers

Located in Chicago, IL

A lacquered pair of sideboard\credenzas designed by Paul Frankl for the Johnson Brothers Furniture Company.

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Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Mid Century Teak Double Chest Of Drawers Dresser Sideboard Danish, 1950
Mid Century Teak Double Chest Of Drawers Dresser Sideboard Danish, 1950

Mid Century Teak Double Chest Of Drawers Dresser Sideboard Danish, 1950

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Leamington Spa, GB

Mid 20th Century Teak Double Chest Of Drawers Rare piece, probably custom made designed in the

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Victorian Double Wellington Chest
Victorian Double Wellington Chest

Victorian Double Wellington Chest

Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB

. The chest has a double row of five drawers with mahogany drawer fronts, ashwood linings and turned

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Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Ash, Mahogany

1449 Double Kittinger chest
1449 Double Kittinger chest

1449 Double Kittinger chest

Located in New York, NY

Painted double chest of drawers with raised Greek key design by Kittinger, c. 1960

Category

Vintage 1960s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Double Ended Plan Chest
Double Ended Plan Chest

Double Ended Plan Chest

Located in Llandudno, Conwy

Fabulous Quality Double ended oak Plan Chests. Manufactured for a National Library In the best

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20th Century Welsh Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Robsjohn Gibbings Chest of Drawers
Robsjohn Gibbings Chest of Drawers

Robsjohn Gibbings Chest of Drawers

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Long double chest of drawers by T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings. The chest has eight drawers with iconic

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Vintage 1960s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Art-Deco Chest of Drawers
Art-Deco Chest of Drawers

Art-Deco Chest of Drawers

Located in Brussels, BE

Unusual double chest of drawers from the french art-deco period.Ebony macassar and tinted ashwood

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20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Macassar, Ash, Ebony

Midcentury Danish Teak Chest of Drawers
Midcentury Danish Teak Chest of Drawers

Midcentury Danish Teak Chest of Drawers

By Sejling Skabe

Located in Hull, GB

Chest of drawers Stunning Midcentury Danish teak double chest of drawers made by Sejling Skabe

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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Basketweave Chest Of Drawers By Laszlo
Basketweave Chest Of Drawers By Laszlo

Basketweave Chest Of Drawers By Laszlo

Located in Newburgh, NY

Probably one of Laszlo best production designs. The basketweave chests of drawers have very elegant

Category

20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

19th c. French Chest of Drawers
19th c. French Chest of Drawers

19th c. French Chest of Drawers

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Antique Chest with double drawers and original hardware, unique and masterfully crafted details in

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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

A Widdicomb 'Modern' Double Chest.
A Widdicomb 'Modern' Double Chest.

A Widdicomb 'Modern' Double Chest.

Located in New York, NY

Of rectangular form with two sets of six graduated drawers, with brass button pulls.

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Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

A Widdicomb Modern Double Chest.
A Widdicomb Modern Double Chest.

A Widdicomb Modern Double Chest.

Located in New York, NY

Each with two narrow draws at the top, over two medium draws with a pair of larger draws below, the whole raised on a slightly flared rectangular base.

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Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Low Rosewood Double Chest by Poul Hundevad
Low Rosewood Double Chest by Poul Hundevad

Low Rosewood Double Chest by Poul Hundevad

By Poul Hundevad

Located in Nyborg, DK

Low rosewood double chest designed by Poul Hundevad in Denmark in the 1960s. Excellent

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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood

Paul McCobb mahogany chest of drawers by Calvin
Paul McCobb mahogany chest of drawers by Calvin

Paul McCobb mahogany chest of drawers by Calvin

Located in New York, NY

Beautifully refinished Paul McCobb mahogany double chest of drawers with brass pulls. Manufactured

Category

20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Rare 1960's Florence Knoll Rosewood Double Chest
Rare 1960's Florence Knoll Rosewood Double Chest

Rare 1960's Florence Knoll Rosewood Double Chest

By Florence Knoll, Knoll

Located in Hudson, NY

A rare and stunning vintage 1961 rosewood double chest of drawers designed by Florence Knoll for

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood

A Widdicomb Double Chest by C. G. Kimerly.
A Widdicomb Double Chest by C. G. Kimerly.

A Widdicomb Double Chest by C. G. Kimerly.

By Widdicomb Furniture Co., C.G. Kimerly

Located in New York, NY

The large rectangular case with two sets of six graduated drawers, the whole raised on short square

Category

Vintage 1940s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Chest of drawers by Paul McCobb from the Planner Group
Chest of drawers by Paul McCobb from the Planner Group

Chest of drawers by Paul McCobb from the Planner Group

Located in Dorchester, MA

Elegant double chest of drawers by Paul McCobb from the Planner Group. This unique piece is

Category

20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Maple

An Ed Wormley for Dunbar Janus Series Chest of Drawers.
An Ed Wormley for Dunbar Janus Series Chest of Drawers.

An Ed Wormley for Dunbar Janus Series Chest of Drawers.

Located in New York, NY

The rectangular double chest of drawers, with long and short graduated drawers, each inset with

Category

Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Rosewood 'Low-Boy' Double Chest by Poul Hundevad, 1960s
Rosewood 'Low-Boy' Double Chest by Poul Hundevad, 1960s

Rosewood 'Low-Boy' Double Chest by Poul Hundevad, 1960s

By Poul Hundevad

Located in Nyborg, DK

Rosewood 'low-boy' double chest by Carlo Jensen for Poul Hundevad manufactured in Denmark in the

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Maple, Rosewood

French 19th Century Chest Of Drawers with Balck Patina of Origin
French 19th Century Chest Of Drawers with Balck Patina of Origin

French 19th Century Chest Of Drawers with Balck Patina of Origin

Located in Paris, FR

Elegant double curves chest with 4 drawers in pine with a black patina of origin. Perfect

Category

Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Double Dresser
Double Dresser

Double Dresser

Sold|$5,200

Double Dresser

Located in New York, NY

Six drawer chest designed by Edmond Spence (American) and manufactured in Sweden, c. 1955. Blonde

Category

Vintage 1950s Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birch

Finn Julh chest
Finn Julh chest

Finn Julh chest

Sold|$8,500

Finn Julh chest

Located in New York, NY

Double chest of drawers with brass pulls by Finn Juhl for Baker

Category

Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Paul McCobb Double Dresser
Paul McCobb Double Dresser

Paul McCobb Double Dresser

By Paul McCobb

Located in Miami, FL

Double Dresser By Paul McCobb for Calvin Group featuring Eight drawers with brass pulls,brass

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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Milo Baughman Double Dresser
Milo Baughman Double Dresser

Milo Baughman Double Dresser

By Milo Baughman

Located in Miami, FL

Eight drawer double dresser by Milo Baughman with original nickeled pulls.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Nickel

Paul Frankl Double Dresser
Paul Frankl Double Dresser

Paul Frankl Double Dresser

Located in New York, NY

Bone-lacquered double dresser by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Company circa 1940 with bronze

Category

Vintage 1940s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Double Dresser by Paolo Buffa
Double Dresser by Paolo Buffa

Double Dresser by Paolo Buffa

By Paolo Buffa

Located in New York, NY

Important Double Dresser by Paolo Buffa Italy, 1960 Chest of drawers by Paolo Buffa. Bowed front

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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Magnificent French-Style Double Dresser
Magnificent French-Style Double Dresser

Magnificent French-Style Double Dresser

Located in Southampton, NY

Gorgeous, mahogany Fench-style double dresser with cast copper-finish hardware.

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Vintage 1940s Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Painted Pine Double Swedish Commode
Painted Pine Double Swedish Commode

Painted Pine Double Swedish Commode

Located in New York, NY

Seven-drawer painted pine double commode with carved dentil molding on tapered block legs

Category

Antique 19th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Double Dresser by Paul Laszlo
Double Dresser by Paul Laszlo

Double Dresser by Paul Laszlo

Located in Hudson, NY

Six drawer dresser in ash, solid pieces place to form a woven appearance. On plank base. Retains label in drawer and stencil marked on back. Made by Brown Saltman.

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Vintage 1950s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Ash

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Double Chest Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of double chest drawers available for sale. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, all double chest drawers available were constructed with great care. Find 110 antique and vintage double chest drawers at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of double chest drawers available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Double chest drawers are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Hollywood Regency styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Paul Frankl, John Stuart and Florence Knoll each produced beautiful double chest drawers that are worth considering.

How Much are Double Chest Drawers?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $4,950, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $30,260 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 Double Chest Drawers
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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, 2021
    A 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, 2024
    To 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, 2022
    A 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, 2022
    The 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A 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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A 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 ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    What 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, 2021
    A 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 ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Dressers 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 ExpertApril 1, 2024
    Yes, 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    The 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, 2023
    Yes, 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, 2024
    The 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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Collected and Eclectic, ‘Wunderkammern’ Are Back in a Big Way

Introduced nearly 500 years ago, curiosity cabinets are finding new fans among today's collectors and designers.

Meet the Incredible Woman Transforming Fallen Trees into Sleek Furniture

In the hands of New York Heartwoods cofounder Megan Offner, unwanted local trees become works of design art.

These New York Architects Love a Complicated Project

From Brooklyn townhouses to Maine campgrounds, Trattie Davies and Jonathan Toews relish a challenge, like transforming a former warehouse space into the new 1stdibs Gallery.