Antique 19th Century Dutch Oak Chest with Oak Lining
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique 19th century Dutch oak chest with oak lining.
Antique 19th Century Dutch Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Antique 19th Century Dutch Oak Chest with Oak Lining
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique 19th century Dutch oak chest with oak lining.
Oak
1820s Dutch Oak Chest Of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
This handsome 1820s Dutch oak chest of drawers exemplifies early 19th-century craftsmanship with
Oak
19th Century Dutch Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Carmine, TX
Chest of drawers handmade in the Netherlands in the early 1800s using oak and peg construction. The
Oak
$2,205Sale Price|30% Off
H 31.5 in W 36.23 in D 22.05 in
19th Century Small Dutch Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Small early 19th Century Dutch bombe commode. This commode is composed of solid bleached oak with
Oak
Dutch Oak Chest Of Drawers Early 19th Century Wooden Chest
Located in High Point, NC
A handsome example of early 19th-century Dutch craftsmanship, this three-drawer oak chest exudes
Wood
$6,679
H 29.73 in W 38.39 in D 20.08 in
circa 1720, 1740 Antque Dutch Oak Chest of Drawers Very Fine Decorative Piece
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning antique Dutch circa 1720-1740 hand made chest of
Oak
Baker Furniture Dutch Oak Bombe Chest or Commode
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Dutch or French Provincial Louis XV style bombay chest, commode, or dresser By Baker
Brass
Large Dutch Oak Blanket Chest, Ca 1700
Located in Delft, NL
Large Dutch Oak blanket chest, ca 1700 Dutch oak blanket chest from the late 17th Century/early
Oak
1820s Dutch Oak Bombe Chest Of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
This 1820s Dutch oak bombe chest of drawers showcases the graceful curvature and sculptural
Oak
Baker Furniture Dutch Cream Painted Oak Bombe Chest or Commode
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Dutch or French Provincial Louis XV style bombay chest, commode, or dresser By Baker
Brass
18th Century Dutch Chest of Drawers Made of Oak
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
A 18th century Dutch chest of drawers. Two-bay oak corpus with ornamental and floral carving
Marble
$10,355Sale Price|41% Off
H 31.5 in W 43.31 in D 27.17 in
Rare 15th Century Solid Oak Medieval Dutch Gothic Chest or Trunk
Located in Casteren, NL
A very rare chest that was completely made of solid oak from the Netherlands middle ages. It is a
Wrought Iron
$2,908
H 26.78 in W 46.46 in D 26.78 in
A Dutch Oak blanket chest with intarsia pigeon pattern, ca 1870-1890
Located in Delft, NL
A Dutch Oak blanket chest with intarsia pigeon pattern, ca 1870-1890 A Dutch oak blanket chest
Oak
$4,236Sale Price|20% Off
H 25.6 in W 50.79 in D 20.08 in
Antique early 18th century Dutch or German Solid blacked oak chest or trunk
Located in Casteren, NL
This is a blackened oak chest with paneled sides and richly carved geometric decoration across the
Oak
19th Century Dutch Colonial Stripped Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Dutch Colonial Stripped Chest of Drawers is a handsome combination of understated
Bronze
$3,500
H 35.5 in W 45 in D 21 in
Late 19th Century Antique Dutch Bombe Commode in Oak - Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
and sides, crafted in richly grained solid oak with a warm, aged patina. This elegant chest offers
Brass
Dutch Oak Commode ca. 1760
Located in MILL, NL
Antique chest of drawers. Originally from the Netherlands, 18th century. Circa 1760. Made from
Oak
$1,980
H 23.5 in W 48.5 in D 26.5 in
18th Century Dutch Provincial Solid Oak Trunk with Hand-Forged Iron Handles
Located in Dallas, TX
An authentic 18th century Dutch provincial trunk, crafted in solid oak and representing one of the
Wrought Iron
Dutch Oak Bombe Shape Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th C Dutch bleached and limed oak bombe shaped commode.1820. Dimensions 36.5 inches (93
Oak
18th Century Dutch Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A mid 18th century Dutch serpentine chest of drawers that is a wonderful example of Dutch
Brass
Antique Dutch Baroque Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Antique baroque style oak chest of drawers, 19th century. With an overhanging scalloped edge top
Brass
$2,431
H 30.5 in W 35.5 in D 20.5 in
Antique 19th Century Dutch Bombe Oak Chest of Drawers With Ornate Brass Hardware
Located in High Point, NC
This striking 19th-century Dutch bombe chest of drawers showcases the rich craftsmanship and
Wood
18th Century Dutch Baroque Bleached Oak Commode, Netherlands
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
18th Century Dutch Baroque Bleached Oak Commode, Netherlands 18th-century Dutch Baroque commode
Oak
18th Century Carved Ash Dutch Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Hastings, GB
A glorious deeply carved chest of drawers from the Netherlands, late 18th century of Ash and Oak
Oak
18th Century ca 1780 Three Drawers Dutch Chest Of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
18th century ca 1780 three drawers Dutch chest in richly carved drawer fronts, original intricately
Bronze
19th century shaped front oak chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century shaped front oak chest of drawers circa 1880. Dutch shaped oak chest of drawers
Oak
$3,750
H 35 in W 43 in D 23.5 in
Dutch Antique 19th Century Baroque Revival Bombe Chest of Drawers in Walnut
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
A Dutch Baroque Revival commode or chest of drawers in walnut and walnut root veneer with bombe
Oak, Walnut
$2,380Sale Price|65% Off
H 35.5 in W 55.5 in D 27.25 in
Antique Hand-Carved Baroque-Style Dutch Oak Trunk with Forged Iron Handles
Located in Houston, TX
This piece is beautiful and since its top has a combination of angled and flat surfaces, it can accommodate lamps and accessories on its top. The handles are original and beautifully...
Wood
Dutch Painted Bombe Commode
Located in Arundel, GB
A very elegant, painted oak, early 19th century Dutch Bombe commode with 4 long drawers. Raised on
Oak
19th Century Dutch Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th century Dutch four drawer oak commode. 1820. Code: 9083 Dimensions: W: 35.5" (90.2 cm
Oak
Small Dutch Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Small 19th C Dutch three drawer commode. 1820. Awaiting brass handles. Dimensions 39 inches (99
Oak
19th Century Dutch Bombe Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Pretty early 19th C Dutch bombe 4 drawer commode with later paint. 1820
Brass
19th Century Dutch Commode
Located in Charleston, SC
Charming 19th century very carved bombe front Dutch commode in bleached oak. With original bronze
Bronze
19th Century Dutch Bombe Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Pretty early 19th C Dutch bombe 4 drawer commode with later paint. 1820
Brass
18th Century Breakfront Dutch Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Stunning 18th century oak breakfront Dutch commode with a faux marble top. 1780. Code: 8833
Oak
18th Century Dutch Painted Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Small 18th C Dutch serpentine front 3 drawer painted oak commode with a faux marble top. 1790
Oak
Late 18th Century Dutch Empire Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
An unusual late 18th Century Dutch Empire oak tallboy commode. With ebonised columns and original
Brass
18th Century Dutch Serpentine Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th C Dutch painted serpentine commode. 1780. Dimensions 35 inches (89 cms) Wide 21 inches
Oak
c. 1780-1800 Neoclassical Dutch 4-Drawer Commode
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1780-1800 Neoclassical Dutch 4-drawer commode. Lovely small chest of drawers with canted
Oak
$19,389
H 32.29 in W 45.28 in D 20.48 in
A fine Dutch Commode attr. to the workshop of Matthijs Horrix, circa 1770-1780
By Matthijs Horrix
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Chest of drawers attributed to the workshop of Matthijs Horrix, circa 1770-1780 Dimensions: 82 cm
Carrara Marble, Bronze
$3,373
H 99.61 in W 55.12 in D 20.67 in
Lovely Hand Carved Solid Oak Dutch Cupboard Ornate Detailing Chest of Drawers
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original early 19th century hand carved Dutch
Oak
$4,605
H 92.92 in W 70.87 in D 22.84 in
19th Century Dutch Bleach Washed Carved Oak Bombe Display Cabinet on Chest
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
An impressive 19th Century Dutch carved oak bombe display cabinet on chest. This lovely piece
Glass, Wood
Period 18th Century Dutch Chest/Commode, Serpentine Drawers
Located in Port Chester, NY
A glowing Dutch oak chest, with serpentine drawers and original brasses, circa 1780. Classic
Oak
18th Century Dutch Oak Bombe Chest
Located in Port Chester, NY
Fabulous early Dutch bombe chest or commode, grand in presence. This four drawer bureau is made of
Oak
18th Century Dutch Oak Bombe Chest or Commode
Located in Port Chester, NY
Fabulous early Dutch bombe chest, grand in presence. This four drawer bureau is made of dark oak
Oak
Unavailable
H 22.84 in W 44.49 in D 18.9 in
Extremely Rare 14th-15th Century Dutch Oak Iron Bound Parish Chest
Located in Oisterwijk, NL
An extremely rare late 14th-early 15th century medieval oak iron bound round topped parish chest
Wrought Iron
Unavailable
H 28.7 in W 57 in D 27.9 in
18th-19th Century East Dutch Oak Blanket Chest from the Region Twente
Located in Raalte, NL
Antique oak Twentse Tuugkist popularly known as blanket chest, this is decorated with carvings that
Wrought Iron
Unavailable
H 32 in W 34 in D 20 in
Small Dutch Baroque Oak Painted Commode Chest of Drawers, circa 1760
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
chest of drawers. Decorated on an oak carcass with original brass handles and escutcheons, also with
Brass
Antique Dutch Walnut Bombe Chest
Located in Port Chester, NY
Fabulous early Dutch bombe chest, grand in presence. This four drawer bureau is made of mellow
Oak
Dutch Baroque Composite Dresser, 1800s
Located in Kiel, Schleswig-Holstein
Very elegant and rare Dutch composite dresser from the 1800s. This dresser is made of fine walnut
Oak, Walnut
Dutch 19th Century Serpentine Fronted Commode
Located in Pulborough, GB
Delightful 19th century Dutch painted Walnut 4 drawer Serpentine fronted commode, with original
Oak
18th Century Dutch 3-Drawer Commode
Located in Eindhoven, Netherlands
Very rare Dutch bleached oak, bowed commode, circa 1780. Front of the bottom drawer is made of 2
Oak
18th Century Dutch Serpentine Commode of Four Drawers
Located in Salisbury Wiltshire, GB
A Dutch serpentine commode of four drawers retaining its original mounts and handles.
Brass
Unavailable
H 32 in W 33.5 in D 18.5 in
Commode Arbalète 19th Century Dutch Style in Patina White Bleached
Located in Stuart, FL
Dutch style chest of drawers Arbalete with special shape of a crossbow with 4 drawers made in oak
Oak
Mahogany Cabinet-on-Chest, Dutch, circa 1770
Located in Werkendam, NL
its life some 250 years ago amidst the wealth of the Dutch East India Company and the very beginning
Mahogany, Oak
Unavailable
H 14.57 in W 23.63 in D 15.75 in
16th Century Oak Archive Case from the Church of Sloten 'Amsterdam'
Located in Heeze, Noord Brabant
A Dutch mid-16th century oak chest with iron straps, small rests of polychrome painting. The chest
Oak
1820s Dutch Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
This magnificent oak chest of drawers is a Baroque find to treasure. Built in the Netherlands circa
Oak
Massive Dutch Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A massive solid oak chest of drawers from the early 1800’s. This large chest has three easy-to-use
Metal
19th Century Dutch Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Viterbo, VT
Chest of drawers handmade in the Netherlands in the early 1800s using oak and peg construction
Oak
Dutch Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A small, Dutch Empire-style four-drawer chest in oak with brass hardware and decorative columns
Brass
19th Century Bleached Dutch Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Carmine, TX
Chest of drawers hand-made and hand-carved in the Netherlands in the mid 1800s using oak. The chest
Oak
19th Century Bleached Dutch Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Carmine, TX
Chest of drawers hand-made and hand-carved in the Netherlands in the mid 1800s using oak. The chest
Oak
19th Century Dutch Influenced Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Dutch shaped oak chest of drawers commode, circa 1890. Serpentine fronted commode
Oak
Baker Furniture Dutch Oak Bombe Chest or Commode
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Dutch or French Provincial Louis XV style bombay chest, commode, or dresser By Baker
Brass
Dutch 19th Century Oak Empire Chest
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A classic Dutch Empire chest made of oak during the 1800’s. The top drawer protrudes forward over
Brass
Dutch 19th Century Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A handsome Dutch chest of drawers from the 19th century. Crafted from oak, it’s gained a fine
Metal, Brass
20th Century Dutch Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Carmine, TX
Chest of drawers made in the Netherlands in the early 1900s using oak. The dresser has been
Oak
20th Century Dutch Bleached Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Viterbo, VT
Chest of drawers made in the Netherlands in the early 1900s using oak. The dresser has been
Oak
18th Century Dutch Oak Bombe Chest of Drawers
Located in Buisson, FR
Nice robust oak bombe chest of drawers. Holland, circa 1760. This piece of furniture is beautiful
Wood, Oak
18th Century Dutch Painted Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Buisson, FR
Beautiful and rare Dutch painted oak chest of drawers. Holland, circa 1750. This piece of
Wood, Oak
19th Century Dutch Bleached Oak Chest of Drawer
Located in Carmine, TX
Dutch chest of drawers hand-made in the Nethrerlands in the early 1800s using oak. The chest
Oak
19th Century Antique Oak Dutch Shaped Chest Of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19TH CENTURY ANTIQUE OAK DUTCH SHAPED CHEST OF DRAWERS STUNNING CHEST OF DRAWERS
Oak
19th Century Dutch Bleached Oak Commode / Chest of Drawers
Located in Carmine, TX
Chest of drawers hand-crafted in the Netherlands in the early 1800s using oak. The small commode
Oak
Baker Furniture Dutch Oak Bombe Chests or Commodes, Pair
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Dutch or French Provincial Louis XV style bombay chests, commodes, or dressers
Brass
18th Century Dutch Bombe Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
18th century Dutch bombe chest of drawers made from oak. The top has a scalloped edge, which is
Oak
18th Century Dutch Oak Bombay Chest of Drawers / Commode
Located in Carmine, TX
Bombay chest hand-made in the Netherlands in the late 1800s using oak. This is an absolutely
Oak
19th Century, Dutch Shaped Oak Chest of Drawers Commode
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Block fronted commode, circa 1890. Four-drawer chest with original handles. Shaped drawer fronts
Oak
19th Century Dutch Bleached Oak Commode / Chest of Drawers
Located in Viterbo, VT
Chest of drawers hand-crafted in the Netherlands in the early 1800s using oak. The small commode
Oak
Sold
H 33.47 in W 44.89 in D 25.6 in
19th Century Bleached Oak Dutch Bombay Chest of Drawers / Commode
Located in Carmine, TX
Bombay chest hand-crafted in the Netherlands in the early 1800s using oak. The chest is rather
Oak
Dutch Oak Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
19th century Dutch pale oak bombe commode, 1860 Top dimensions - 33"(84cm)w x 18"(46cm)d
Oak
Sold
H 32.29 in W 34.26 in D 21.26 in
18th Century Dutch Oak Bombay Chest of Drawers / Dresser / Commode
Located in Viterbo, VT
Chest of drawers / commode hand-made in the Netherlands in the mid 1700s using oak. The chest is
Oak
Dutch Bombe Bachelor's Chest
Located in High Point, NC
Early 19th-C. Dutch bombe bachelor's chest with a wonderfully scalloped edge on top, following down
Oak
18th Century Dutch Bleached Oak Bombay/Bombe Chest of Drawers
Located in Carmine, TX
Small bombe chest hand-built in Holland in the late 1700s using oak. This is a gorgeous little guy
Oak
18th Century Dutch Hand-Painted Bombay Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Carmine, TX
Dutch bombay chest built in the mid to late 1700s using oak. This is a beautiful, small piece that
Oak
Sold
H 33.47 in W 44.89 in D 25.6 in
19th Century Bleached Oak Dutch Bombay Chest of Drawers / Commode
Located in Viterbo, VT
Bombay chest hand-crafted in the Netherlands in the early 1800s using oak. The chest is rather
Oak
Dutch Oak Bombe Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
18th century Dutch oak bombe commode. Good shape and lovely colour. 1790. Code: 8612 Dimensions
Oak
Small Dutch Oak Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Small 19th C three drawer Dutch oak commode. 1880. A near pair with ref. 6804. Dimensions 40
Oak
Large 18th Century Dutch Oak Coffer
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
18th century, large Dutch four-paneled oak coffer. This coffer stands very well, with nice carved
Oak
Dutch Oak Bombe Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Small early 19th century Dutch bombe commode. 1820 The top is 33" (84cm) W x 18" (45cm) D
Oak
18th century Dutch Oak Commode
Located in Stamford, CT
18th century Dutch oak four drawer small commode with brass pulls.
Brass
Antique Dutch Wooden Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
craftsmanship within this unique chest. The natural oak wood grain has been retouched with a delicate bleaching
Oak
Dutch Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in San Francisco, CA
A fine Dutch burr walnut chest of drawers with an unusual shaped veneered top above four drawers
Walnut, Oak
19th Century Shaped Front Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century shaped front oak chest of drawers circa 1880. Dutch shaped oak chest of drawers
Oak
19th Century Dutch Oak Commode
Located in Charleston, SC
A charming and richly carved bombe front little Dutch commode with bombe front in bleached oak with
Oak
19th Century Dutch Oak Commode
Located in Charleston, SC
A charming small bombe front Dutch commode in bleached oak with original bronze hardwares. Holland
Bronze
Small 18th Century Dutch Oak Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A small 18th century Dutch oak commode, having four drawers, the top one concealed in the
Oak
Antique Dutch chest of drawers, circa 1850
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
Antique Dutch chest of drawers, circa 1850. The chest is made of oak with mahogany veneer. Due to
Mahogany, Oak
18th Century Dutch Baroque Chest of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
18th century Dutch chest of drawers from late Baroque period in richly carved bleached oak with
Oak
19th Century Dutch Neoclassical Oak Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
This handsome Antique Neoclassical Commode was discovered in Holland, and features a graceful
Bronze
$3,466
H 29.93 in W 88.98 in D 37.8 in
Antique Genuine Swedish Pine Country Dining or Work Trestle Table
Located in Kramfors, SE
Northern Swedish country dining table. The table is a so called trestle table from the mid 19th century and made in pine with a solid table top. Never painted so the patina is the au...
Pine
Murano Sputnik Spherical Green Glass and Brass Chandelier
Located in Roma, Lazio
A fantastic emerald green sputnik, with a surprising design and for its very low height, which allows it to fit in both high and low ceilings. Very elegant, it will furnish and decor...
Brass
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
$16,900 / set
H 30 in W 38.75 in D 19.25 in
Antique Swedish Gustavian Pine Chests, Circa 1870-1890, Neoclassical
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 19th Century, antique pair of light-grey Swedish Gustavian chests made of hand crafted painted Pinewood with two large drawers and one small one, in good condition. The Scandinavia...
Metal, Bronze
$2,825 / item
H 7 in Dm 18 in
Leather Pendant Light in Camel, Capa, Talabartero Collection Saddle Lamp
By L'Aviva Home
Located in New York, NY
The lamps in this collection are inspired by Colombia’s equestrian heritage, layered with a jewel-toned color palette that takes inspiration from the works of Colombian artist Fernan...
Brass
Mawu Chair in Snow by Laura Gonzalez
By laura gonzalez
Located in Paris, FR
Original chair in golden oak, satin finish. Flared legs, backrest and seat upholstered in a textured cream fabric by Dedar.
Oak, Fabric, Bouclé
$2,650
H 31.5 in W 43.5 in D 25.5 in
A Nineteenth Century Dutch bombay three drawer commode in bleached finish.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Nineteenth Century Dutch bombay three drawer commode in bleached finish with claw feet.
Wood
18th Century German Baroque Chest of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
18th Century German Baroque painted chest of drawers with serpentine front drawers on tapered feet in later paint.
Bronze
1880s French Gustavian Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
1880s French Gustavian Oak Chest of Drawers. This understated chest exemplifies the Gustavian style’s emphasis on balance, simplicity, and quiet refinement. Crafted from solid oak wi...
Oak
Alma Chaise Lounge Slip Cover Only
By Bloom Home Inc
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Slip Cover Only This chaise lounge slip cover is made in coco brown stone washed linen, ensuring both style and easy maintenance. The cover can be machine washed and dried on a low s...
Linen, Foam, Wood, Ash
18th century Danish Period Rococo Cabinet
Located in Charleston, SC
18th century period Danish rococo cabinet in two parts with bonnet top, raised panel doors, three shelves, four small drawers, supported by sturdy three drawer base with beautiful or...
Bronze
$33,665
H 70.87 in W 73.23 in D 88.19 in
Bed Tester Spanish Baroque Carved Dark Green & Gilded Leather Superking 6ft180cm
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Rare, Spanish Demi-Tester, Baroque Bed With Carved, Green Painted & Gilded Posts 181cm, 6ft High, Floral Painted Leather Headboard, sold with custom made box spring mattress base, ac...
Giltwood, Paint
$7,200
H 35.25 in W 39.5 in D 25 in
English Bleached Oak 19th Century Geometric Front Carved Three Drawer Chest
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English bleached oak geometric front chest from the 19th century with three drawers, carved diamond motifs, ornate hardware and great rustic character. Created in England during t...
Metal
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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