$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
$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
$3,400
H 30 in W 30 in D 18 in
Kittinger 5 Drawers Pull Out Tray Mahogany Federal Style Bachelor Chest Dresser
By Kittinger, Williamsburg Restoration Inc.
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
Baker Furniture Federal Mahogany Armoire Dresser or Linen Press
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Federal or Hepplewhite style armoire dresser, gentleman's chest, or linen press By
Brass
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
$295
H 45.75 in W 47 in D 2 in
Broyhill USA Federal Style Broken Arch & Finial Cherry Wood Wall Dresser Mirror
By Broyhill
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pre-owned Broyhill Federal Style Broken Arch & Finial Wall Dresser Mirror. Item feature a solid
Mirror, Wood
$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
Unavailable
H 30.25 in W 13.5 in D 14 in
PAIR of Federal Style Narrow Mahogany Dressers 1920's Skinny Nightstands Glass
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Elegant pair of Early 20th Century Federal Style Mahogany Cabinets. Each stand has five dovetailed
Mahogany
Antique Satinwood Federal Bedroom Dresser by Kittinger
Located in North York, ON
pieces worthy of your home. This classic American Federal style dresser is no different. It features
Satinwood, Tulipwood
Vintage Federal Style Mahogany Highboy Dresser
Located in South Bend, IN
A very nice vintage Federal style mahogany highboy dresser. The dresser features gorgeous mahogany
Mahogany
Antique Federal Style Mahogany Highboy Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Vintage Condition Materials: Mahogany, Brass Pulls Style: Antique Federal
Brass
Vintage American Federal Style Cherry Lowboy Chest & Mirror Dresser
Located in Dayton, OH
American federal revival dresser & mirror, circa mid 20th century. Marked "Cherry Styled by Park
Mirror, Cherry
Sold
H 35 in W 56.5 in D 22.5 in
Baker Furniture Style Federal Green Lacquered Eight-Drawer Dresser, Refinished
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Federal or Georgian style serpentine front eight-drawer dresser or chest of drawers
Brass
Sold
H 73 in W 40 in D 21 in
Beacon Hill Mahogany Federal Style 10 Drawer Highboy Chest on Chest Dresser
By Beacon Hill
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beacon Hill Mahogany Federal Style 10 Drawer Highboy Chest on Chest Dresser. Item features 2 part
Mahogany
Sold
H 47.5 in W 33 in D 20 in
Antique Styled by Park American Federal Cherry Tallboy Chest of Drawers Dresser
Located in Dayton, OH
American Federal Revival dresser & mirror, circa first half 20th century. Marked ""Cherry Styled by
Cherry
Sold
H 49.5 in W 34 in D 18 in
Antique Sheraton Federal Style Mahogany Chest of Drawers Tallboy Dresser
Located in Dayton, OH
A beautiful Sheraton or Federal style tallboy dresser, circa 1930s. Made from mahogany with a "2
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
Federal Style Mahogany Armoire Wardrobe Cabinet Dresser
Located in West Hartford, CT
Handcrafted armoire with boxwood line inlay and crossbanded mahogany has two front doors that open to store a TV or add two shelves to store clothing. Beautiful dentil molding on top...
Mahogany
Sold
H 34.63 in W 66 in D 21 in
Kittinger Federal Inlaid Mahogany Ten-Drawer Dresser, Newly Refinished
By Kittinger
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Federal or Georgian style ten-drawer dresser or chest of drawers By Kittinger USA
Brass
Antique Sheraton Cherry Federal Style Five-Drawer Chest, circa 1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Sheraton cherry Federal style chest features cherry construction with bronze hardware
Bronze
Sold
H 50 in W 41.5 in D 19 in
Antique Cherry and Tiger Maple with Bronze Federal Style Four-Drawer Chest
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Federal style chest features cherry and tiger maple construction including turned legs
Cherry, Maple
Sold
H 31 in W 34 in D 18 in
Federal Style Banded Mahogany Bow Front Bachelor Chest by Council Craftsman
Located in Big Flats, NY
A vintage federal style bachelor's chest offers mahogany construction with cross-banded op
Brass
1940s Steel Dresser
Located in Essex, MA
An American Federal style dresser with accompanying mirror in gunmetal STEEL, the swiveling
Vintage Mahogany Curved Front Federal Style Dresser
Located in Amherst, NH
has federal style columns on each side and floral carved accents. Original condition with light wear
Mahogany
Vintage Mahogany Curved Front Federal Style Tall Dresser
Located in Amherst, NH
round brass pulls and Federal style columns and floral accents. Excellent refinished condition. No marks.
Mahogany
$4,895
H 30 in W 74.75 in D 20 in
Expertly Restored - Mosaic Brutalist Modern Walnut Dresser by Tobago
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: Tobago Manufacturer: Tobago ________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we tak...
Metal
$180 / item
H 11.82 in W 19.69 in D 6.7 in
Tibet Lamb Beige Lumbar Cushion by Muchi Decor, Made in Italy
By Muchi Decor by LA-RI S.r.l.
Located in Poviglio, IT
This cushion is handcrafted in our Atelier in Italy using only the best materials, starting from real Tibet Lamb fur. Its particular look allows this piece to both stand out or blend...
Other
Pair of Modern Walnut Side Tables
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Pacific walnut side table, the square top with rounded corners and a reeded edge above a similar under tier, on bobbin turned legs. Dimensions: 26" W x 26" D x 28.5" H.
Wood
George III Mahogany Bachelor's Chest
Located in Lymington, GB
A George III-period mahogany bachelor's chest with caddy top. Late-18th century, circa 1780. With four graduated cockbeaded drawers and a pull-out slide. Raised on its original brack...
Mahogany
$2,010Sale Price|20% Off
H 24 in W 56 in D 23.5 in
"Celine" Scalloped Bench in Olive Cotton Velvet by Christiane Lemieux
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Celine Bench, designed with a uniquely shaped scalloped back and solid oak hand-turned legs that complement its elegant curves. Perfectly sized as an end-of-bed bench...
Fabric, Oak
English Painted Breakfront Bookcase
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Wonderful early 19th century English painted breakfront bookcase. Good carved decoration and astragal glazing. Fitted with adjustable shelving. 1830. Code: 8693 Dimensions: W: 81.5...
Oak, Pine
Capiz Shell Table Lamp, Model Cornelia
By Dusty Deco
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cornelia Table Lamp is a lamp that is made from capiz shells which gives the material an irregular structure. This makes each lamp unique, something that adds to its character and pe...
Brass
$3,595
H 33 in W 43.75 in D 20.13 in
Baker Furniture Chippendale Mahogany Serpentine Dresser Chest, Newly Refinished
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Georgian or Chippendale style serpentine front dresser or chest of drawers By Baker Furniture, "Historic Charleston Collection" USA, Late 20th century Carved ...
Brass
Luigi Massoni ‘Dilly Dally’ Vanity Set in Cognac Leatherette
By Luigi Massoni, Poltrona Frau
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Luigi Massoni for Poltrona Frau, ‘Dilly Dally’ vanity set, leatherette, mirrored glass, plastic, brass, lacquered wood, metal, Italy, 1968 Outstanding Italian dressing table designe...
Metal, Brass
The 'Matisse' Etagere
Located in London, GB
The 'Matisse' wrought iron side table. A hand made and patinated wrought iron etagere with whimsical Matisse style cut-out decoration. Made to order based on a 1960s original. Avail...
Wrought Iron
French Early 19th Century Fruitwood Empire Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A 19th century French Empire style bibliothèque or display cabinet, handcrafted using solid fruitwood and two glass-front doors accented with brass. The clean, straight lines allow t...
Brass
$1,800Sale Price|20% Off
H 41 in W 32 in D 16.5 in
Antique American Oak Farmhouse Kitchen Pantry Ice Box Refrigerator Bar Cabinet
Located in Dayton, OH
A beautiful early 1900s Ice Chest. Made oak with a stout rectangular frame featuring three doors, original brass hardware and paneled sides. Interior is enameled with two mesh shelve...
Oak
Fabric Pende Woka Chandelier
By Woka Lamps
Located in Vienna, AT
Handsewn fabric shade, dessin by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, hanging on a fabric-covered wire, brass-parts in the requested finish. Total drop custom made 2 x Edison screw sockets ...
Brass
Beautiful Modern Ottoman in the Style of Josef Frank
By Josef Frank
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful Modern Ottoman in the style of Josef Frank, ottoman has four solid wood bun feet, fabric is by Robert Allen. Ready for a new home, excellent condition.One ottoman ready to ...
Cotton, Wood
George II Mahogany Bachelors Chest
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
George II mahogany bachelors chest, 18th century. With a slightly over hanging rectangular top, the top drawer has a felt lined writing surface that slides back for storage, canted c...
Brass
Unusual George III Irish Waterford Glass Mirror
Located in London, GB
An unusual Irish George lII cut-glass mirror. Early 19th century. The arched top mirror plate is set within a frame of faceted blue and white glass studs with applied gilding. This...
Mercury Glass, Mirror
Following the Revolutionary War, the American republic referenced the Roman Republic in its designs to celebrate its independence and declare itself a powerful new country. Imbued with neoclassical elements like those being promoted by architect Robert Adam in Great Britain, antique Federal-style furniture was the first distinctly American style in its melding of ancient influences, European aesthetics and national pride.
Dating roughly from 1790 to 1830, the style featured angular furniture with saber legs and smooth surfaces that contrasted with the curvy Rococo style that was previously in fashion. Eagles were common ornamental motifs on Federal-period furniture, as were cornucopia, lyres, garlands and scrolls, adding subtle flair to pieces characterized by clean lines, geometric symmetry, balanced shapes and a sense of grandeur.
Instead of sculptural carvings, authentic Federal-style furniture was adorned with inlays and patterned veneers that showcased the rich character of different grains and types of wood. As social life tended to be informal in the young country, furniture was often lightweight, so it could be easily rearranged in a drawing room or bedroom. Pieces like dining tables with drop leaves and sideboards became popular, replacing larger chests of drawers.
The Federal style varied by region: Artisans in Charleston, South Carolina, decorated chairs with carved backs, for instance, while those in Baltimore, Maryland, preferred painted details. Its major proponents included father-and-son cabinetmakers John and Thomas Seymour in Boston, Duncan Phyfe and Charles-Honoré Lannuier in New York and Samuel McIntire in Salem, Massachusetts.
Find antique Federal tables, mirrors, storage cabinets and other Federal furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.
In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.
Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially 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. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.
In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.
A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.