French Painted Oak Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French oak and painted oak commode. Circa 1880. Adds warmth and charm to any room!.
Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
French Painted Oak Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French oak and painted oak commode. Circa 1880. Adds warmth and charm to any room!.
Oak
French Oak Commode, Late 18th C.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A distinguished late 18th-century French commode crafted in solid oak, featuring a rectangular case
Oak
French Provincial Carved Oak Commode
Located in Vista, CA
A French provincial carved oak commode, 18th century, serpentine top, the blocked case with three
Oak
Antique 18th Century French Oak Coffer – Four-Panel Front
Located in Worcester, GB
18th Century French Oak Coffer – Four-Panel Front A provincial French oak coffer dating from the
Oak
French Oak Commode, C. 1810
Located in Houston, TX
Early 19th Century French Commode is an exceptional and sizeable piece. Its classic rectangular
Oak
$2,480
H 25.5 in W 60 in D 30 in
18th Century Country French Stripped Neoclassical Trunk ~ Blanket Chest
Located in Dallas, TX
18th Century Country French Stripped Neoclassical Trunk ~ Blanket Chest is a reminder of a bygone
Brass, Wrought Iron
French 18th Century Solid Carved Oak Coffer
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This solid oak coffer from the 1720s is full of gorgeous hand carved details and a wonderful patina
Wood, Hardwood, Oak
$2,487Sale Price|20% Off
H 34.26 in W 49.02 in D 25.6 in
Renaissance Chest Carved with Angels / Cherubs - Circa 1600 - XVIIth France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Large Renaissance period oak chest decorated with cherub heads surmounting panels framed by columns
Oak
$1,995
H 32 in W 35 in D 18 in
Tomlinson Furniture Mid-Century Provincial Oak Secretary Chest of Drawers
By Tomlinson
Located in Germantown, MD
A Tomlinson Furniture Mid-Century French Provincial Style Stained Oak Secretary Chest of Drawer
Oak
Early 19th Century Country French Provincial Oak Coffer Trunk
Located in Astoria, NY
Early 19th-century French Provincial oak coffer from Provence, traditionally used for storing
Iron
$1,853
H 20.5 in W 25.2 in D 17.5 in
Unique Small Size & Quality Hand Carved Tiger Oak Gothic Revival Chest, 1920
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning and practical size, multi purpose Gothic chest / box from a monastery. This here Gothic
Wrought Iron
$5,382
H 21.26 in W 34.26 in D 18.9 in
Guillerme et Chambron, Oak Chest of Drawers, Edition Votre Maison
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, oak chest of drawers. Edition Votre Maison. Opening with 2 drawers circa
Oak
$5,382
H 21.26 in W 26.38 in D 14.57 in
Guillerme et Chambron, Oak Chest of Drawers, Edition Votre Maison
By Votre Maison, Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, oak chest of drawers. Edition Votre Maison. Opening with 1 drawers circa
Oak, Ceramic
19th Century French Provincial Oak Commode
Located in Richmond, VA
19th century French Provincial oak commode with three drawers, carved knees and feet and three
Oak
19th Century Carved Oak French Commode
Located in High Point, NC
19th century oak commode from France with a beveled edge around the top over simple paneled sides
Oak
18th Century French Provincial Oak Commode
Located in Cypress, CA
18th century French Provincial oak commode. Rectangular moulded top over three carved long
Bronze
$1,937Sale Price|35% Off
H 33.5 in W 47 in D 24.5 in
Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers represents a nice departure from dark-stained
Brass
Antique French, Louis XV Chest of Drawers Commode
Located in Senonches, Centre-Val de Loire
French Louis XV Oak commode with a beautiful wood grain. Four drawers that slide smoothly. The
Oak
Antique chest of drawers, France, late 19th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique chest of drawers from around 1880. Origin: France Wood: oak Dimensions: height 104 cm
Oak
$7,176
H 28.35 in W 41.34 in D 19.69 in
Guillerme et Chambron, oak chest of drawers, Edition Votre Maison circa 1970
By Guillerme et Chambron
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme et Chambron, oak chest of drawers, Edition Votre Maison circa 1970
Oak
18th Century French Oak Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
18th Century French Oak Commode was considered an essential part of many rooms of a proper home
Brass
Exquisite French 18th Century Oak Commode
Located in Charleston, SC
An exquisite French Louis XV period bleached oak commode with richly Liege carved drawer fronts
Bronze
$3,200
H 28 in W 58.875 in D 22.5 in
Elegant Antique Oak Lozenge Paneled Trunk from France, 18th Century
Located in Dallas, TX
More information coming soon… The carvings of this oak trunk are quite impressive, with some
Fabric, Textile, Oak
$2,995 / set
H 25.5 in W 30 in D 20 in
Pair of Henredon Four Centuries Provincial Oak Commode Bedside Chest of Drawers
By Henredon
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Henredon Four Centuries Collection Provincial Style Oak Commodes, Bedside Chests of Drawers
Oak
Late 19th Century French Carved Oak Coffer
Located in Miami, FL
This solid oak chest from the 1900s is full of gorgeous hand-carved details and a wonderful patina
Walnut
19th Century Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers is the ideal choice for style and storage
Brass
Pair of Oak Louis XVI Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
executed to honor traditional Louis XVI craftsmanship, while the weathered oak finish imparts a natural
Wood
$25,117
H 47.64 in W 40.56 in D 18.31 in
Large André Sornay chest of drawers in limed oak from the 1940s
By Andre Sornay
Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Large chest of drawers from the 1940s by French designer André Sornay. Solid oak and veneered
Oak
French 18th Century Solid Oak Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A handsome French commode made in the 1780’s of solid oak. The drawers have intricately hand cut
Oak
French Louis XVI Painted Oak Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century French Louis XVI style painted oak commode. This piece blends neoclassical symmetry
Oak
Pair French Bedside Chests Antique Walnut Nightstands
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Pair of French Walnut Bedside Cabinets. These Cabinets Stand Upon Elegant Shaped Legs. One Cabinet
Oak, Walnut
18th Century French Baroque Chest of Drawers, Painted
Located in Charleston, SC
This eighteen century French chest of drawers, dated to around 1750, which features a classic
Bronze
Petite Cabinet in Carved Oak, France, 1940s
Located in Split, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Petite Cabinet in Carved Oak, France, 1940s Where rural geometry meets quiet sculpture This French
Oak
Heavy French Oak Coffer, Gothic Style, Panelled Design, 1800s
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Heavy French Panelled Oak Coffer The chest has 2 moulded panels on the front and 1 more on each
Oak
19th Century Louis XV Country French Oak Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
This 19th century Louis XV Country French commode captures the warmth and grace of provincial
Brass
French Bleached Oak Parquet Nightstand or End Table
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant French bleached oak parquet nightstand or end table, France, circa 1950s. It is a versatile
Metal
$8,400
H 32.25 in W 37 in D 19.5 in
Jean Michel Wilmotte Two Drawer Palmer Chest in Cerused Oak with Brass Knobs
By Jean-Michel Wilmotte
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Just in from France is this iconic Jean Michel Wilmotte Palmer chest made of cerused oak. Trained
Brass
Unique French Chest of Drawers in Louis XV, Paris
Located in Berlin, DE
Unique French chest of drawers in Louis XV, Paris Extremely rare and antique chest of drawers
Marble, Bronze
18th Century French Serpentine Front Commode in Bleached Oak
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Late 18th Century French serpentine front commode. Beautiful craftsmanship from the region of
Oak
18th Century French Oak Coffer, Gothic Style Antique Storage Box
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
18th Century Small French Oak Coffer, Strong Box
Oak
Antique Country French Painted Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Painted Commode ~ Chest of Drawers features subtle styling and a beautiful
Brass
$25,018
H 38.59 in W 58.27 in D 27.17 in
20th Century Royal Francois Link chest of drawers, oak with gilt bronze
Located in Berlin, DE
FRENCH CHEST OF DRAWERS DESIGN AFTER FRANÇOIS LINKE & LÉON MESSAGÉ Finely chased, gilded fittings
Marble, Bronze
19th century blanket chest
By Societé anonyme francaise
Located in TARBES, FR
magnificent patina for this chest, all the ironwork was made by hand, the top of the chest shows
Oak
18th Century French Louis XVI Chiffonier or Gentleman's Chest
Located in Winter Park, FL
A late 18th century French Louis XVI Period marble top chiffonier, or gentleman's chest, made of
Bronze
Two Drawer Chest
Located in London, England
Early 19th century two drawer oak chest on tapered legs, original feet and handles with a gallery
Oak
Large French Oak Haberdashery Drawers / Cabinet / Console
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1940 Large French Oak Haberdashery Drawers / Cabinet / Console sku 1382E Price is each x 5
Oak
Large French Oak Haberdashery Drawers / Cabinet / Console
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1940 Large French Oak Haberdashery Drawers / Cabinet / Console sku 1382D Price is each x 5
Oak
Large French Oak Haberdashery Drawers / Cabinet / Console
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1940 Large French Oak Haberdashery Drawers / Cabinet / Console Price is each x 5 available
Oak
Early 18th Century French Louis XIV Painted Oak Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A handsome and robust 18th Century French Louis XIV oak commode. With a later pale grey finish. Two
Oak
Early Pine Chest of Drawers From France, Circa 1850
Located in Nashville, TN
Early Pine Chest of Drawers From France, Circa 1850. Nice model with original hardware. Light
Oak
19th Century French Louis XV Style Chiffonier or Tall Chest
Located in Winter Park, FL
A fine early 19th century Louis XV style French marquetry chiffonier, or tall gentleman's chest
Marble, Brass
$21,900
H 40.75 in W 53.5 in D 23 in
19th Century French Empire Antique Mahogany, Marble Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A dark-brown, antique French single chest of drawers made of hand crafted shellac polished Mahogany
Marble, Metal, Brass
$6,855
H 46.07 in W 32.29 in D 15.56 in
ANTIQUE FRENCH NAPOLEON III BOULLE MARQUETRY UPRiGHT COMMODE CHEST OF DRAWERS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this sublime French
Brass
French Bleached Oak Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Interesting 19th century French three drawer bleached walnut commode with a good marble top. 1860
Walnut
18th Century French Louis XVI Chest of Drawers from Alsace
Located in Winter Park, FL
An 18th century Louis XVI Period French marble top commode, or chest of drawers, from Alsace. Made
Brass
French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Patinated Oak Commode
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated oak commode. The five drawer commode is
Oak
18th Century French Carved Oak Serpentine Commode on Hoof Feet
Located in Richmond, VA
18th century French carved oak serpentine commode on hoof feet. 4 smaller drawers over one larger
Oak
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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