Vintage Federal Flame Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover the enduring elegance of the Federal period with this magnificent vintage flame mahogany
Early 20th Century American Federal Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage Federal Flame Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover the enduring elegance of the Federal period with this magnificent vintage flame mahogany
Brass
Vintage Federal Flame Mahogany Tall Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This stately vintage Federal-style tall chest of drawers, crafted from magnificent flame mahogany
Mahogany
Federal Style Recessed Front Mahogany Five-Drawer Chest
Located in Germantown, MD
A Federal Style Recessed Front Mahogany Chest of Drawers. Features 3 full drawers and two half
Brass
$6,550
H 73 in W 42 in D 21 in
Federal Period Mahogany Chest on Chest with Original Lion Head Brasses, American
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A finely proportioned American Federal period chest on chest, crafted in richly figured mahogany
Mahogany
Federal Style Banded Mahogany Bow-Front Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A Federal Style Bowfront Federal Style Banded Mahogany Bow-Front Chest of Drawers. All drawers
Mahogany
Antique Federal Style Bow Front Figured Mahogany Chest
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The fine chest with four graduated drawers each with fine string inlay and with a pair of brass
Brass
A Fine Inlaid Federal Sheraton Mahogany Chest, c.1820
Located in Savannah, GA
A fine inlaid federal sheraton mahogany chest of drawers, circa 1820. Six drawers with half
Mahogany
Federal Mahogany Locking Chest of Drawers, Circa Early 1800s
Located in Germantown, MD
A late 18th Century to Early 19th Century Federal Mahogany Locking Chest of Drawers. 1st, 2nd and
Brass
Mid Century Federal Gray Enamel Mahogany Bedside Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid Century Federal Style Gray Enamel Mahogany Bedside Chest of Drawers. Drawers open and close
Enamel
Federal Style Mahogany Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
A mahogany and figured mahogany veneered dresser, the reeded edge top with protruding corners and a
Mahogany
Federal Style Brass Inlaid Rosewood Chest
Located in Germantown, MD
Beautiful hand crafted Federal Style Brass Inlaid Mahogany Chest. Great brass inlays. Measures 24
Brass
Antique Late Federal Mahogany Paw Foot Chest of Drawers c. 1840
Located in Westfield, MA
This impressive Late Federal period chest of drawers dates to around 1840 and is crafted from
Mahogany
$2,395
H 32 in W 36.25 in D 19.25 in
Mid-20th Century Federal Style Mahogany Bowfront Bachelor Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A beautifully hand-rubbed refinished Mid-20th Century Federal Style Mahogany Bowfront Bachelor
Brass
$4,950
H 41.63 in W 42.75 in D 21.25 in
Seymour School Federal Mahogany Bowfront Chest with Birdseye Maple Drawer Fronts
Located in Milford, NH
A fine example of a Seymour School Federal mahogany four drawer chest of drawers with turret reeded
Brass
Federal New England Mahogany Tambour Secretary Chest
Located in Baltimore, MD
Made in the North shore region of Massachusetts or New Hampshire an elegant Federal chest
Brass
$985
H 14.5 in W 14 in D 9 in
Federal Style Mahogany Miniature Chest of Drawers Possible Salesman Sample
Located in San Francisco, CA
Federal Style Mahogany Miniature Chest of Drawers Possible Salesman Sample Circa 1900
Mahogany
$7,450
H 39.75 in W 42.75 in D 19.25 in
Vintage 1810 Federal Period Hepplewhite Flame Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This Vintage 1810 Federal Period Hepplewhite Flame Mahogany Chest of Drawers is a stunning example
Mahogany
$2,795
H 37.5 in W 42 in D 21 in
White Furniture Federal Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers, Circa 1940s
Located in Germantown, MD
A White Furniture Federal Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers, Circa 1940s Measures 42" in width
Brass
$1,995
H 47.5 in W 34.25 in D 20 in
Mid 20th Century Federal Hepplewhite Style Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid 20th Century Federal Hepplewhite Style Mahogany Chest of Drawers. Recently refibished and in
Mahogany
Late American Federal Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Chicago, IL
particular chest of drawers is constructed from pine and features a lovely mahogany veneer with intricate
Brass
American Chippendale Mahogany Chest
Located in Queens, NY
American Chippendale style mahogany chest on chest cabinet with 7 drawers below 3 shell carved
Mahogany
$2,250
H 41.38 in W 42.5 in D 19.25 in
Sheraton Federal Period Cherry, Mahogany & Tiger Maple Chest of Drawers c.1810
Located in Milford, NH
A fine Sheraton Federal period cherry and mahogany four drawer chest, its rectangular top with
Brass
$4,800
H 49 in W 35 in D 20 in
Pull Out Tray Desk Table 6 Inlayed Drawers Federal Style High Chest Dresser MINT
By Beacon Hill
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pull Out Tray Desk Table 6 Inlayed Drawers Federal Style High Chest Dresser MINT
Mahogany
Late Federal Mahogany Six Drawer Chest
Located in Acton, MA
Late Federal Mahogany Six Drawer Chest . This wonderful chest is the epitome of "High Style" and
Mahogany
Duncan Phyfe Style 5 Drawer Ribbon Mahogany Chest
By B. F. Huntley Co.
Located in Pasadena, TX
This finely crafted 5 drawer chest is made by Huntley Furniture Co. It's made of ribbon mahogany in
Mahogany
Federal Mahogany Tall Gentleman's Chest
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Federal style mahogany and figured mahogany Gentleman's chest of drawers, the bowfront reeded
Wood
Federal Style Mahogany Bedside Chest
Located in Westwood, NJ
A mahogany and figured mahogany nightstand, the reeded edge bowfront top with protruding corners
Wood
$4,995
H 54 in W 16 in D 18.5 in
18th Century Continental Mahogany Ten-Drawers Tall Lingery Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A rare 18th Century Continental Mahogany Narrow Ten-Drawers Tall Chest of Drawers, very appropriate
Mahogany
19th Century Federal Bowfront Mahogany Bedside Chest Nightstand
Located in Germantown, MD
19th century Federal Bowfront Mahogany bedside chest nighstand. Good antique Condition. Dovetail
Brass
Antique 4 Drawer Sheraton Style Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A classic Federal style mahogany American antique chest of drawers having 4 drawer with handsome
Brass
Pair of Federal Style Mahogany Bedside Chests
Located in Westwood, NJ
A mahogany and figured mahogany nightstand, the reeded edge bowfront top with protruding corners
Wood
$3,400
H 57 in W 39 in D 21 in
Mahogany Federal Style Crotch Mahogany Brass Pulls 7 Drawers High Chest Dresser
By Henkel Harris
Located in Rockaway, NJ
MINT Mahogany Federal Style Crotch Mahogany Brass Pulls 7 Drawers High Chest Dresser
Brass
$3,295
H 35 in W 48 in D 22.25 in
Baker Furniture Style Federal Green Lacquered Mahogany Dresser Chest, Refinished
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Federal or Georgian style bow front four-drawer dresser or chest of drawers In the
Brass
Antique Late Federal Flame Mahogany Chest of Drawers c. Late 1830s
Located in Westfield, MA
This exquisite Late Federal period chest of drawers, dating from the late 1830s, is a stunning
Mahogany
$2,250
H 45 in W 34.5 in D 20 in
Dixie Furniture Federal Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers with Glass Top
By Dixie Furniture Co.
Located in Germantown, MD
Dixie Furniture Federal Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers with protective Glass Top. Dovetail
Mahogany
$1,276
H 52 in W 39 in D 19 in
Antique Federal Period Mahogany Sheraton Deck Top Chest of Drawers c. 1820
Located in Westfield, MA
A stunning Federal period Sheraton deck-top chest of drawers, crafted in rich mahogany and dating
Mahogany
$6,875
H 48.5 in W 40 in D 21 in
American Federal Period Mahogany Secretary Chest with Eagle Inlay, New England
Located in Norwood, NJ
A handsome American Federal period mahogany secretary chest, stylistically attributable to New
Brass
$2,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 48.5 in W 41 in D 19 in
Antique Sheraton Federal Flame Mahogany 6-Drawer Chest C1830
Located in Big Flats, NY
Federal Flame Mahogany 6 Drawer Chest C1830 Measures - 48 1/2" x 41" x 19" This Sheraton Federal chest
Mahogany
$3,400
H 30 in W 30 in D 18 in
Kittinger 5 Drawers Pull Out Tray Mahogany Federal Style Bachelor Chest Dresser
By Williamsburg Restoration Inc., Kittinger
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Kittinger 5 drawers pull out tray mahogany federal style bachelor chest dresser. Lockable drawer.
Brass
$3,800
H 57 in W 41 in D 23 in
Bracket Feet Solid Mahogany Brass Pull Federal Style 7 Drawer High Chest Dresser
By Kittinger Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Bracket Feet Solid Mahogany Brass Pull Federal Style 7 Drawer High Chest Dresser MINT
Brass
$4,500
H 46.75 in W 18.25 in D 41 in
Federal Style Two-Part Satin Mahogany Chest of Drawers Secretary, Circa 1900s
Located in Germantown, MD
A Federal Style Two-Part Satin Mahogany Chest of Drawers Secretary Desk, Circa 1900s. Functional
Mahogany
$1,200
H 20 in W 15 in D 12 in
Miniature 4 Drawers Jewelry Letter Campaign Chest Dresser with Brass Drop Pulls
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mahogany miniature jewelry letter miscellanies chest with brass drop pulls.
Brass
18th Century American Two Over Three Chest of Drawers
Located in Milford, NH
A fine example of an 18th American chest of drawers in a two over three configuration, possibly a
Brass
$20,000
H 36.75 in W 36 in D 19.75 in
American Federal Mahogany and Spanish Cedra Sugar Chest on Stand, Circa 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
American Federal mahogany and Spanish cedra one drawer hinged sugar chest on stand with carved
Silver, Iron
$3,400
H 65.5 in W 44.5 in D 18.5 in
Solid Mahogany Brass Drop Pulls Federal High Boy Dresser Chest of Drawers MINT!
By Drexel, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Solid Mahogany Brass Drop Pulls Federal High Boy Dresser Chest of Drawers MINT!.
Brass
$4,600
H 33 in W 44 in D 20 in
Baker 4 Drawer Serpantine Front Bracket Feet Federal Bachelor Chest Dresser MINT
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Banded Top Baker 4 Drawer Serpantine Front Bracket Feet Federal Bachelor Chest Dresser MINT!
Brass
$4,800
H 68 in W 38 in D 21 in
Hickory Chair 11 Drawers Flame Mahogany Drop Brass Pulls High Boy Chest Dresser
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
MINT Hickory Chair 11 Drawers Flame Mahogany Drop Brass Pulls High Boy Chest Dresser
Brass
$2,400
H 40 in W 26 in D 18 in
Bracket Feet Mahogany 6 Drawers Brass Pulls Tall Lingerie Chest Dresser Cabinet
By Baker Furniture Company, Henkel Harris
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Bracket feet mahogany 6 drawers brass pulls tall lingerie chest dresser cabinet.
Brass
Currey And Company Creslow Decorative Blanket Chest Cabinet
Located in Long Branch, NJ
Currey And Company Creslow Decorative Blanket Chest Cabinet Dimensions : 33h x 18d x 48w This
Mahogany
$3,200
H 32 in W 37 in D 17 in
Block Front Carved Decorated Scallops Bracket Feet Bachelor Chest Dresser MINT
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Hankel-Harris Pull Out Desk Table Secretary 4 Drawer Bachelor Chest Dresser MINT
Mahogany
$6,400 / set
H 31 in W 24 in D 15 in
Pair Banded Top 4 Drawers 31" High Small Chests End Tables Night Stands MINT
By Councill
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Banded Top 4 Drawers 31" High Small Chests End Tables Night Stands MINT
Brass
$3,800
H 32 in W 34 in D 18 in
BAKER Bow Front Banded Top & 4 Drawers Pull Out Desk Bachelor Chest Dresser MINT
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
BAKER Bow Front Banded Top & 4 Drawers Pull Out Desk Bachelor Chest Dresser MINT!
Brass
Federal Style Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Lift Top
Located in Queens, NY
American Federal style 19th century mahogany chest of drawers with 2 lower drawers above dummy
Mahogany
American 18th Century Federal Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Carmel, CA
Sheraton style chest with four graduated drawers with inlay banding and cock beading about the
Mahogany
A Federal Chest on Chest attributed to Samuel F. McIntire
By Samuel Field McIntire
Located in Sharon, MA
A handsome Federal mahogany chest-on-chest, the carvings attributed to Samuel F. McIntire, Salem
Mahogany
Federal Pennsylvania Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A nicely proportioned ca. 1800 American chest with four graduated drawers, the whole resting on
Mahogany
Federal Mahogany Bow Front Chest of Drawers
Located in Santa Rosa, CA
Great bow front chest of drawers with nice clean lines. This pc. has 4 nice sized drawer with
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 35.04 in W 39.57 in D 19.1 in
Federal Period Mahogany Chest of Drawers, American with Provenance, 18th Century
Located in Totnes, GB
A smart federal period American chest of drawers in mahogany. The top with chequer strung edges
Mahogany
Federal Figured New England Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
New England Federal Chest of Drawers.
Brass
American Federal Serpentine Mahogany Commode
Located in Woodbury, CT
mahogany veneers. Three cock-beaded drawers. Curved aprons and splayed bracket feet. A specimen American
Brass
Portsmouth, New Hampshire Federal Chest of Drawers
Located in Charlottesville, VA
An elegant bow front four drawer chest, ca. 1800-1810 on tall French feet and with the dropped
Birch, Cherry, Mahogany
FEDERAL PERIOD NEW YORK CHEST
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Mahogany Inlaid 4 Drawer Chest with Bonnet Top and beautiful mahogany veneered front.
Mahogany
Federal Mahogany Footed Apothecary Chest
Located in Tulsa, OK
This is a wonderful smaller antique apothecary chest with 12 drawers. It is in mahogany, circa 1850
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 40.5 in W 41.25 in D 23.5 in
Early 19th Century Hepplewhite Federal Bow Front Four-Drawer Chest, circa 1790
Located in Alexandria, VA
Probably New York. This mahogany chest has maple inlay in a band around the top and another at the
Mahogany
Mahogany Late Chippendale or Federal Chest with Line Inlay
Located in Providence, RI
are original, and what makes this chest very special is the solid, ribbon grain mahogany used
Mahogany
Mahogany Tall Chest, 19th Century
Located in Cookeville, TN
Offering this stunning tall chest in mahogany. Starting at the bottom on a bracket leg it rises
Brass
Early 19th Century Miniature Lift Top Dresser Form Jewelry Chest
Located in Woodbury, CT
Wonderful early 19th century mahogany lift top miniature dresser form bracket base jewelry chest
Mahogany
Federal Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Hopewell, NJ
American Federal mahogany chest with string inlay, original feet and brass hardware. Four drawers
Federal Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular bowed top over four graduated drawers raised on bracket feet. Brass bail handles. Likely made in Massachusetts.
Mahogany
Federal Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
North shore Massachusetts area with bowed top and cookie corner edges to top over four conforming graduated drawers raised on turned legs.
American Federal Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular top with pinched corners over four graduated drawers with oval brass handles. Bracket feet.
Mahogany
American Federal Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular bowed top with mahogany crossbanded edge over a pair of drawers over three graduated
Federal Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in East Hampton, NY
Handsome Federal chest of drawers in mahogany with brass pulls
Brass
Federal Period Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Houston, TX
This elegant antique chest of drawers dates to the late 18th to early 19th century and reflects
Mahogany, Pine
American Federal Period Mahogany Bachelor's Chest, circa 1820
Located in Savannah, GA
American Federal period bachelor's chest made of mahogany with subtle ebonized crossbanding around
Mahogany
Early 19th Century Federal Flame Mahogany Bachelor's Chest
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Handsome late Federal mahogany bachelors chest in flame mahogany. Flat top is supported by a large
Mahogany
Federal Mahogany And Rosewood Chest Of Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
BOWED RECTANGULAR TOP WITH ROUNDED CORNERS OVER FOUR DRAWERS FLANKED BY REEDED COLUMNS.,REEDED TAPERED LEGS.
Early American Federal Chest of Drawers in Bookmatched Mahogany
Located in Hopewell, NJ
From the Federal period, a very beautiful American Neoclassical chest of drawers in fine
Mahogany
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H 18.5 in W 44.5 in D 21.5 in
Vintage Mahogany Wood Federal Style Cedar Lined Blanket Chest Storage Trunk
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Mahogany Wood Federal Style Cedar Lined Blanket Chest Storage Trunk. Circa Mid 20th Century
Mahogany
Antique Federal Period Sheraton Mahogany Bow Front Chest c. 1830
Located in Westfield, MA
A classic of early 19th-century American craftsmanship, this Federal period Sheraton chest was made
Mahogany
19th Century American Federal Serpentine Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Nashville, TN
Handsome early to mid 19th century Serpentine front chest with four graduated drawers The drawer
Mahogany, Rosewood
Federal Period Mahogany Hepplewhite Swell-Front Chest
Located in Milford, NH
Elegant mahogany swell-front chest featuring four graduated drawers with banding. Circa 1790-1820
Mahogany
Federal Style Mahogany Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
A mahogany and figured mahogany veneered dresser, the reeded edge top with protruding corners and a
Mahogany
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H 35.5 in W 36 in D 19.25 in
Diminutive Federal Inlaid Mahogany Chest of Drawers, First Quarter 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Diminutive Federal Inlaid Mahogany chest of drawers, first quarter 19th century.
Mahogany
Antique Federal Boston School Mahogany Chest on Chest 19th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
An American Federal Boston style chest on chest offers mahogany construction with broken arch crest
Mahogany
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H 50.5 in W 36 in D 21 in
Drexel Travis Court Collection Mahogany Federal Chest of Drawers, circa 1940s
By Drexel
Located in Germantown, MD
Drexel Travis Court Collection Mahogany Federal Chest of Drawers, Circa 1940s. 5 deep dovetailed
Mahogany
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H 71.5 in W 43.25 in D 19.13 in
American Federal Mahogany Secretary Desk Chest of Drawers, circa 1830
Located in Shippensburg, PA
applied cockbead moldings around the facade. A mixture of mahogany veneers and solid mahogany are used
Brass
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H 16.25 in W 28.5 in L 16.25 in
Antique Federal Satinwood Banded Flame Mahogany Four Drawer Small Chest 19th C
Located in Big Flats, NY
An antique Federal diminutive chest offers flame mahogany construction with satinwood banding
Mahogany
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H 31.75 in W 34 in D 18 in
Federal Style Mahogany Banded W/ Satinwood Chests By Baker Furniture - Pair
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of Banded mahogany demilune chests by Baker Furniture. The pieces are marked. The
Brass
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H 34.13 in W 34 in D 18 in
Baker Furniture Style Federal Mahogany Bow Front Commode or Chest of Drawers
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Federal or Georgian style bow front four-drawer dresser or chest of drawers In the
Brass
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H 33 in W 36 in D 20 in
1940s Federal Style Bowfront Mahogany Chests by New York Nahon Furniture - Pair
By Nahon Furniture
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of Federal style flame mahogany modified bowfront chests by New York manufacturer
Brass
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H 38 in W 40.5 in D 19.5 in
American Federal Birch Inlaid Mahogany Chest of Drawers, Massachusetts c. 1788
Located in Shippensburg, PA
An incredibly powerful piece of craftsmanship, the timbers chosen for this angular chest are simply
Brass
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H 39.5 in W 42 in D 21.25 in
Southern Federal Walnut and Mahogany Bow Front Chest of Drawers C. 1830
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
Southern Federal Sheraton bowfront chest, walnut with flame mahogany raised edge drawers. Slightly
Brass
Four Drawer Federal Style Chest Mahogany w/ Brass Pulls
Located in San Francisco, CA
C. 20th Century Four Drawer Federal style chest mahogany w/ brass pulls.
Wood, Mahogany
American 19th Century Federal Period Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Southampton, NY
American early 19th Century honey colored mahogany Hepplewhite style chest of drawers of the
Brass
Early 19th C. Federal Period Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Southampton, NJ
An early 19th c. Federal period Sheraton style chest of three dovetailed drawers with key
Brass
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H 41.5 in W 41.5 in D 21 in
American Federal Mahogany and Maple Inlaid Cherry Chest, New England Circa 1820
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
This good New England cherry chest of drawers dating to around 1820 features four graduated
Brass
American Federal Period Chest of Drawers, Circa 1800
Located in Doylestown, PA
A Federal period chest of drawers in mahogany with a deep top drawer decorated with satinwood inlay
Mahogany
Pair of Antique Mahogany Federal Chests of Drawers Nightstands
Located in North York, ON
/nightstands that mid 20th century American pieces. Made from genuine mahogany and topped off with Federal
19th Century American Federal Bachelor's Chest of Drawers
Located in Forney, TX
An exceptional quality American Federal Style Bachelor's chest of five drawers from the first half
Brass
Antique American Federal Mahogany Commode Chest of Drawers by
Located in North York, ON
master artisans back to its original glory and beauty, this chest boasts classic American Federal
American Federal Style Blanket Chest, 19th C
Located in Astoria, NY
American Federal style inlaid mahogany blanket chest, 19th century. Dealer: S138X
Mahogany
Late 19th century American Federal Style chest of drawers
Located in Southampton, NY
Late 19th century American Federal Style chest of drawers.
Brass
Late Federal Chest of Drawers in the Sheraton Taste
Located in New York, NY
Late federal chest of drawers in the Sheraton Taste Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, about 1810-1815
Mahogany
Late 19th Century Five Drawer Federal Chest on Turned Feet
Located in Savannah, GA
Late 19th century five drawer federal chest on turned feet with decorative pilasters consisting of
Mahogany
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H 36.25 in W 38.75 in D 19.5 in
Late 18th Century American Federal Hepplewhite Antique Chest of Drawers
Located in Peabody, MA
A late 18th century American Federal period, Hepplewhite chest of drawers in cherry and mahogany
Brass
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H 37.25 in W 41 in D 21.25 in
Fine American Federal Baltimore Bow-front Chest of Drawers, c. 1800
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A Baltimore, Maryland Federal Inlaid Bowfront Chest of Drawers, c. 1800.The bowed rectangular top
Mahogany
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H 50.75 in W 47.5 in D 22 in
Antique American Federal Classical Period Mahogany Butler's Secretary Dresser NY
Located in Portland, OR
A good antique American Federal Classical period mahogany and maple butler's secretary, dresser
Mahogany, Maple
Mid Century Bachelors Chest Buffet Mahogany
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A Mid Century Bachelors Chest Buffet Sideboard in Mahogany Featuring
Mahogany
18th Century Federal Bow Front Chest with Flame Birch Veneers
Located in Milford, NH
An exceptional late 18th century Federal mahogany bow front chest with wonderful oval and
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.