18th century George III mahogany serpentine chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
18th century George III mahogany serpentine chest of drawers circa 1760. Fine quality serpentine
Brass
$10,642
H 44.49 in W 10.24 in D 18.9 in
George Nelson Nine Drawer Miniature Chest for Herman Miller Mod. 5517 Sideboard
By George Nelson
Located in Argelato, BO
George Nelson (Chicago 1908 - Barrington 1986) Vertical chest of nine drawers from the "Miniature
Aluminum
$3,869
H 77.96 in W 40.56 in D 21.66 in
Antique George III Mahogany Chest on Chest Secretaire 18th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique George III flame mahogany secretaire chest on chest, circa 1770 in date
Mahogany
18th C. Irish George III Burled Mahogany Secretary Chest
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An early chest requiring restoration. With a serpentine case, the top drawer opens to a secretary
Brass
$28,515
H 32.68 in W 42.52 in D 25.6 in
Henry Hill Of Marlborough George III Serpentine Mahogany Commode
By Henry Hill of Marlborough
Located in Benington, Herts
A fine George III Serpentine Mahogany Commode, Firmly Attributed to Henry Hill of Marlborough with
Mahogany
$5,363
H 45.67 in W 41.34 in D 20.48 in
Georgian Oak Chest on Chest of Drawers 1750 Antique Tallboy Country Farmhouse
Located in London, GB
A very rare and strikingly attractive early Georgian oak ‘Chest On Chest’ of drawers in wonderful
Brass
Antique George IV Mahogany Wellington Chest 19th Century
Located in London, GB
A fine antique well proportioned flame mahogany George IV Wellington chest, in the manner of
Mahogany
$17,500
H 31.11 in W 39.38 in D 21.66 in
19th Century English George II Style Mahogany Serpentine Commode / Chest
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Dublin, IE
A superb George II style mahogany serpentine shaped commode in the style of Thomas Chippendale
Mahogany
A Fine Late 18th/ Early 19th Century George III Chest
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Molding surround and bold pronounced Canted and incised Foot. The Chest measures 37” L x 27 1/2” x 30
Brass
$17,500
H 33 in W 42 in D 20.75 in
Mid-18th Century Louis XV Period Chest Of Drawers Commode Stamped LARDIN
By Andre Antoine Lardin
Located in Forney, TX
+ years we have not came across a chest of drawers that captures our attention like this one! Exquisitely
Breccia Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
$3,500
H 22 in W 22 in D 22 in
George Zee Asian American Rosewood Chippendale Side Tables, circa 1960s, a Pair
By George Zee, George Zee and Co
Located in Germantown, MD
Perfectly handcrafted George Zee attributed Asian American Chippendale Rosewood side tables
Brass
George III Chippendale-Period Serpentine Commode
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in New Orleans, LA
This rare 18th-century serpentine chest of drawers was crafted in the style of the iconic Thomas
Brass
19th Century Traditional George III Slant Top Desk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique George III slant top desk on bracket feet. Solid mahogany throughout with dovetail
Mahogany
$32,375
H 43 in W 55 in D 22.5 in
Georges-Francois Alix French Marble Top & Ormolu Commode, France circa 1870
Located in Atlanta, GA
Georges-François Alix settled at 46 rue de Charonne and moved to 6 bis rue Richard Lenoir in 1878
Bronze
$4,073
H 66.34 in W 37.8 in D 16.93 in
Antique 19th Century Padouk Anglo-Indian Campaign Secretaire Chest & Cupboard
Located in King's Lynn, GB
campaign pieces, to allow for the top cupboards and chest of drawers to be lifted and moved for ease of
Padouk
$7,658Sale Price / set|40% Off
H 26.19 in W 17.72 in D 23.82 in
English Antique George III Three Drawer Bedside Tables By W Priest 1790s London
By W. Priest
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Fine and Rare Set of English Antique Late George III Three Drawer Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Mahogany
Early 20C Irish Georgian Style Mahogany Low Boy.
Located in Dallas, TX
Boy, chest of 3 drawers, on stand. Additional drawer on stand, making 4 drawers in total. The top
Brass
18th Century Carved Mahogany Dressing Table
Located in Savannah, GA
carved banding. There is a long drawer across the top with 3 drawers each on the right and left sides of
Mahogany
$21,624Sale Price|35% Off
H 17.72 in W 17.72 in D 14.57 in
Extremely Rare Pair of Regency Cast-Iron Sarcophagus Shaped Strong Boxes
Located in Benington, Herts
George III and George Davis of Windsor, who was locksmith in ordinary to His Majesty. Davis, in 1799
Iron
Satinwood Sheraton Revival Breakfront Marquetry Commode
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
drawers decorated with inlaid festoons, all above a recessed, arched central drawer and concave side
Marble
$6,000
H 33.75 in W 51.5 in D 19 in
Roger Landault Midcentury Brown Teak Brass Vanity Commode French Modernist, 1960
By Roger Landault
Located in New York, NY
drawers are upholstered in a velour velvet in the same color as the wood. The mirror can either stay up or
Brass
Gilbert Rohde Paldao Cabinet for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Gilbert Rohde
Located in Hanover, MA
Gilbert Rohde designed this chest for Herman Miller as part of his 1941 Paldao Line of streamline
Mahogany
$4,800
H 37.75 in W 42.5 in D 21 in
A George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers Converted to a Cabinet Circa 1780
Located in Buchanan, MI
A George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers Converted to a Cabinet Circa 1780 and Later Height 37 3/4 x
Mahogany
$8,771
H 41.86 in W 48.63 in D 24.22 in
Gillows Antique English George III Mahogany Secretaire Low Press Cupboard
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in Glasgow, GB
, and concealing secret recesses with drawers and original green fabric pulls. The pair of flame
Brass
$16,000
H 44.25 in W 42.75 in D 20.25 in
American Hepplewhite Virginian Secretary Chest with Civil War Provenance
By George Hepplewhite
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING a FANTASTIC and HISTORIC Early 19C American Hepplewhite Virginian Secretary Chest with
Brass
Fine English George III Antique Mahogany Secretary Desk circa 1780
Located in Shippensburg, PA
Of exceedingly good quality, this fine George III secretaire features a molded cornice projecting
Brass
$13,239
H 69.3 in W 40.16 in D 23.23 in
Antique Queen Anne Walnut Secretaire Chest / Escritoire, 18th Century
Located in London, GB
chest comprises two half-width drawers above two full width drawers, all fitted with pendant shaped
Walnut
$38,880 / set
H 12 in W 18 in D 18 in
Kings by Emile Viner Sterling Silver Flatware Set Service 185 pcs Fitted Chest
By Emile Viner
Located in Big Bend, WI
style fitted storage chest on legs with drawers, as shown. Excellent condition, with no monograms
Sterling Silver
$30,000
H 5.25 in W 10.5 in D 4 in
Bronze Sculpture Lioness / Roger Godchaux Jewish Artist & Susse Lost Wax Bibelot
By Roger Godchaux
Located in West Hollywood, CA
niche . Decorative accent in any home , on top of a chest-of-drawers or credenza . As a special gift
Stone, Bronze
$33,947
H 44.1 in W 38.19 in D 21.26 in
Bureau Desk Fall Front Japanning Tortoishell Gilding Chinoiserie
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
piece I handled was a chest of drawers about 20 years ago. - Tortoishell furniture was only affordable
Lacquer
Unavailable
H 71 in W 44.75 in D 26.25 in
George Washington Maher "Rockledge" American Arts & Crafts tall chest of drawers 1911-12
By George Washington Maher
Located in New York, NY
GEORGE WASHINGTON MAHER (1864-1926) USA Rockledge chest of drawers for E.L. King (unique) 1911
Bronze
Mahogany George II Chest on Chest
Located in Norwich, Norfolk
Mahogany George II chest on chest, standing on bracket feet with graduating oak lined drawers
Mahogany
George Nakashima Mid Century Modern Design Seven Drawer Chest
By George Nakashima
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This American mid-century modern design seven drawer chest was designed ca 1950 by George Nakashima
Walnut
George Nakashima Mid Century Modern Design Eight Drawer Chest
By George Nakashima
Located in Coral Gables, FL
, 22 1/2” deep and 32” high. The top drawer is branded inside “George Nakashima” and has the remains of
Walnut
George I Period Figured Chest on Chest
Located in Stamford, CT
George 1 period figured chest on chest fine colour and patina. Drawers inlaid with feather banding
English George III Walnut Chest on Chest Tallboy, circa 1760
Located in Salisbury, Wiltshire
George III walnut chest on chest This George III walnut chest on chest was made circa 1760 in a
Walnut
George III mahogany Irish tallboy
Located in Salisbury, GB
George III Irish mahogany tallboy This George III Irish mahogany tallboy was made circa 1790. Irish
Mahogany
Fine George II walnut tallboy with sunburst
Located in Salisbury, GB
George II walnut tallboy with Sunburst Here we are very pleased to offer you a George II walnut
Walnut
English George III Demilune Commode, 18th Century
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Very fine commode with one door & faux three drawers made in mahogany & cross banded. Museum
Mahogany
Unavailable
H 33 in W 54 in D 22 in
George III Coromandel Lacquer, Gilt Brass-Mounted Serpentine Commode
By Pierre Langlois
Located in London, Middlesex
commode is referred to as '1 japanese commode, 3 inside drawers, brass corner mounts'. Other furniture in
Lacquer
Unavailable
H 32.5 in W 40 in D 21.75 in
George III Period Ormolu-Mounted Mahogany Commode, English, circa 1760
By Wright & Elwick
Located in New York, NY
Very fine George III ormolu-mounted mahogany commode, having a moulded rectangular bowed center
Brass
George Nelson Chest of Drawers for Herman Miller
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: George Nelson Manufacturer: Herman Miller Period/Style: Mid-Century Modern Country
Brass
George III Mahogany Bow Chest of Drawers
Located in Benington, Herts
A very good quality George III mahogany bow fronted chest of drawers with ebony stringing and
Mahogany
George Nelson Thin Edge Chest No. 1
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Cambridge, US
USA, ca. 1950s. A scarce chest or bureau from George Nelson’s Thin Edge Group for Herman Miller
Aluminum
George III Mahogany Chest-on-Chest of Drawers, England, circa 1800
Located in Shippensburg, PA
. Original cast brass pulls are retained on each drawer. Two standout elements in this chest are 1) the
Brass
Small George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Benington, Herts
A small mahogany George III bachelors chest of drawers standing on bracket feet. This good quality
Mahogany
Circa 1800 English George III Period Chest of Drawers
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
English George III period straight front chest of drawers, c.1800. 2 over 3 drawer form, raised on
Wood
Antique English George III Mahogany Bachelor's Chest of Drawers
Located in Sheridan, CO
Antique English George III Mahogany Bachelor's Chest of Drawers, late 18th century. The chest
Brass
18th century George III mahogany serpentine chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
18th century George III mahogany serpentine chest of drawers circa 1760. Fine quality serpentine
Mahogany
Circa 1780 English George III Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1780 George III bowfront chest of drawers. 2 short of 3 long drawers. Beautiful, extensive
Brass
Rare Shaped 18th Century George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Benington, Herts
An extremely rare and wonderfully shaped 3ft wide George III mahogany antique chest of drawers
Brass
19th Century George 1 Style Walnut Chest on Chest
Located in Richmond, VA
19th century George 1st style walnut chest on chest. 2 parts with a molded top, above the upper
Walnut
Early 19th Century George III Mahogany Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century mahogany bowfront chest of drawers of good proportions, the top inlaid, with
Mahogany
George Nelson for Herman Miller Chest of Drawers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
5 drawers chest of drawers on short wooden legs with outer case of walnut veneer and drawer fronts
Walnut
English George III Antique Bachelor's Chest of Drawers, circa 1780
Located in Shippensburg, PA
An attractive chest of drawers from the last quarter of the eighteenth-century, it features a
Brass
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H 75 in W 43.25 in D 21.13 in
English George III Flame Mahogany Tall Chest on Chest of Drawers, circa 1780
Located in Shippensburg, PA
that suggests all veneers were harvested from the same log. The drawers retain’ original brasses and
Brass
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H 31.38 in W 44.5 in D 22.5 in
English George III Inlaid Mahogany Serpentine Secretary Chest of Drawers
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A very fine example of the George III period, this chest presents with a boldness of form that is
Brass
Antique George III Serpentine Chest Drawers, circa 1780
Located in London, GB
This is beautifully crafted antique George III mahogany serpentine fronted chest of drawers, circa
Mahogany
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H 36.23 in W 43.71 in D 22.45 in
Antique George III Bowfront Chest of Drawers and Slide, circa 1790
Located in London, GB
This is beautifully crafted antique George III mahogany bow fronted chest of drawers, circa 1790 in
Mahogany
George III Mahogany Chest-on-Chest of Drawers, England, circa 1760
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A very good George III period mahogany chest-on-chest of drawers, the case is designed to invisibly
Brass
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H 32.88 in W 33.5 in D 18.63 in
English George III Mahogany Antique Chest of Drawers Dresser circa 1790
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A very fine and most attractive George III period chest of drawers circa 1790, it features a
Brass
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H 13.13 in W 26 in D 11.25 in
Miniature English George III Antique Mahogany Document Box Chest of Drawers
Located in Shippensburg, PA
MINIATURE GEORGE III MAHOGANY TABLETOP DOCUMENT BOX England, circa 1785 Item # 011BMA19P An
Mahogany, Pine
Extremely Rare Shaped George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Benington, Herts
An extremely rare and wonderfully shaped 3-foot wide George III mahogany antique chest of drawers
Brass
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H 37.5 in W 42 in D 20.5 in
English George III Style Chest of Drawers with Yew-Wood Oyster Veneer
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
been made more sophisticated by several additions. Originally an antique pine chest of drawers, it has
Brass
Antique Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Benington, Herts
A fabulous quality antique mahogany serpentine chest of drawers dating to the 1900s. This superior
Mahogany
Circa 1770 Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
George III, c.1770, chest of drawers. Classic two short over three long drawer form. Good early
Mahogany, Pine
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H 45.13 in W 36 in D 18 in
1960s Black Walnut Highboy Chest of Drawers Nakashima Simple Style, USA
By George Nakashima
Located in Chula Vista, CA
MCM exquisite black walnut highboy-chest of drawers vintage, USA, 1960s. Nakashima simple style
Walnut
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H 41.74 in W 43.31 in D 20.48 in
Antique George III Sheraton Painted Chest Drawers Late 18th Century
Located in London, GB
This is beautifully crafted antique George III painted mahogany chest of drawers, in the Sheraton
Mahogany
Chippendale Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Greenwich, CT
A very fine serpentine mahogany chest of drawers circa 1760 in the manner of Thomas Chippendale
Brass
Antique George III Serpentine Chest Drawers, circa 1775
Located in London, GB
This is beautifully crafted antique George III mahogany serpentine fronted chest of drawers, circa
Antique George III Serpentine Chest Drawers, circa 1775
Located in London, GB
This is beautifully crafted antique George III mahogany serpentine fronted chest of drawers, circa
Yew Chest of Drawers, England, circa 1720
Located in Culver City, CA
Yew Chest of Drawers, England, circa 1720 George 1 era chest on chest with exquisite veneered
Wood, Walnut, Yew
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H 35.25 in W 37.25 in D 20.5 in
Early 19th Century Irish Inlaid Mahogany Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century Irish inlaid mahogany bow front chest of drawers Rare Irish chest of drawers
Mahogany
Two "Thin Edge" Chest by George Nelson
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Denton, TX
"Thin Edge" chest of drawers by George Nelson for Herman Miller. These make nice nightstands
Aluminum
Wonderful Antique Flame Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Benington, Herts
A wonderful flame mahogany serpentine chest of drawers with brushing slide standing on bracket feet
Mahogany
18th Century Serpentine Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Benington, Herts
, George III. Of a very desirable size this superb mid 18th-century mahogany chest of drawers has all
Mahogany
George II Walnut Silverware Chest
Located in Westwood, NJ
A fine George II style ornately carved walnut silverware cabinet with carved gadrooned edges
Wood
Antique George III Mahogany Chest Drawers and Slide, circa 1790
Located in London, GB
This antique chest is made from the finest quality flame mahogany with boxwood, ebony and
Sold
H 31.11 in W 38.98 in D 20.48 in
Chippendale Period 18th Century Serpentine Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Benington, Herts
George III. Of a very desirable size this superb mid-18th century mahogany chest of drawers has all
Mahogany
19th Century English Chest of Drawers in Bird’s-Eye Maple
Located in Savannah, GA
This is a chest of drawers made in England, circa 1830. It is a very beautiful and very unusual
Birdseye Maple
Antique George III Mahogany Bow Front Chest on Chest - Tallboy
Located in Benington, Herts
A good quality antique George III period figured mahogany bow fronted tallboy / chest on chest
Mahogany, Satinwood
Fine English George III Mahogany Chest on Chest, circa 1800
Located in Shippensburg, PA
GEORGE III MAHOGANY CHEST ON CHEST England, circa 1800 Item # 905KUB29A Crafted of a dark and
Brass
George Nelson Miniature Chest
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
George Nelson & Associates Miniature Chest. Model # 5215 manufactured by Herman Miller.
Teak, Laminate, Porcelain
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H 69 in W 42.5 in D 22 in
Antique English George III Figured Mahogany Chippendale Style Chest on Chest
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in CHARLESTON, SC
Fine quality antique English George III figured mahogany Chippendale style chest on chest with oak
Pine, Mahogany
18th century Georgian mahogany serpentine chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
18th century George III mahogany serpentine chest of drawers circa 1760. Fine quality serpentine
Brass
George II English Walnut and Oak Chest
Located in Nashville, TN
EARLY CHEST OF DRAWERS: 2 half drawers over 3 graduating full length drawers with inlaid borders
Sold
H 70.48 in W 41.34 in D 20.08 in
Antique George II Burr Walnut & Crossbanded Chest on Chest, 18th C
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful antique George II walnut and crossbanded chest on chest, circa 1740 in date
Walnut
$12,950
H 29 in W 67 in D 18.5 in
George Nelson Thin Edge Group Dresser, Double, Santos Palisander, Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Brooklyn, NY
George Nelson thin edge double dresser, chest, Santos Palisander, Herman Miller. In 1944, Life magazine published an extensive article detailing the “Storage Wall”, George Nelson’s ...
Brass, Stainless Steel
$1,275 / item
H 15 in W 13.5 in D 6 in
JENNY Large Wall Light or Sconce in Enamel & Brass by Blueprint Lighting
By Mathieu Matégot, Blueprint Lighting, Stilnovo
Located in New York, NY
Introducing Jenny, the latest vintage-inspired fixture from Blueprint Lighting. Named for multi-hyphenate Jenny Mollen; NYT best-selling author, actress, design enthusiast, mom of ...
Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Nickel
English Mahogany Brass Pull Hardware Bachelor's Chests
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Introducing a classic pair of English Mahogany Bachelor's Chests featuring traditional design elements and high-quality craftsmanship. These versatile chests are notable for their cr...
Brass
Classic Hannah Morrison Knoll Bench, 1970s
By Bruce Hannah & Andrew Morrison
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A Classic off-white and original orange upholstery bench by Hannah Morrison for Knoll, circa 1970s. The three-seat is 81" long.
Steel
$880Sale Price|20% Off
H 29 in W 41 in D 20 in
Antique Late 18th Century Mahogany English Georgian Chest of Drawers Dresser
Located in Dayton, OH
Late 18th century mahogany Georgian chest of drawers Made from mahogany with four drawers, featuring brass hardware over bracket feet.
Mahogany
18th Century inlaid mahogany chest
Located in Martlesham, GB
A fabulous quality 18th Century inlaid mahogany bowfront chest of drawers, having a lovely figured top decorated with chequered inlay, four long graduated drawers below with finely e...
Mahogany, Alligator
18th Century Chinoiserie Lacquered Table Mirror
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
This unusual table-top 'Psyche' table mirror dates from the 18th century, its wooden frame beautifully crafted from yellow-lacquered wood and decorated with hand-painted chinoiserie ...
Mirror, Wood
English Mahogany Secretary Desk, 19th Century
Located in Southampton, NY
English Mahogany secretary desk, 19th century Three pieces: Crown, upper drawers and lower cabinet. Lowest draw pulls out as a secretary desk. Measures: 21" deep x 46.5" wide x 80.5"...
Mahogany
Pair George Nelson Thin Edge Rosewood Chests
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in New York, NY
Pair of George Nelson thin edge chests or nightstands. The items are rosewood veneer with four pull-out drawers and metal legs.
Metal
$3,495
H 78 in W 45.5 in D 23 in
Antique 18th Century Georgian George III Mahogany Tallboy Chest on Chest, 1760
Located in Portland, OR
A fine quality George III flame mahogany chest on chest/tallboy, circa 1760. This elegant Georgian mahogany chest on chest is of the finest quality and is made from solid Cuban flame...
Mahogany
French Inspired Upholstered Linen Bergère Chairs
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
French inspired upholstered linen bergère chairs These French inspired chair are based on an original Napoleon III style pair of chairs. Napoleon III was the nephew of the Napoleon t...
Linen
The Montauk, Bespoke Handmade Belgian Linen Sofa
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. An iconic, unobtrusive design. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgiu...
Linen
Small 18th Century Mahogany Secretaire Bookcase
Located in Lymington, GB
A rare, diminutive, late-18th century secretaire bookcase / cabinet. George III-period, circa 1790. Mahogany of very good rich color and well patinated. Inlaid and crossbanded throu...
Mahogany
$16,377
H 44.5 in W 10.38 in D 19 in
George Nelson Chest for Herman Miller Model 5517 Commode Sideboard 1952
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Telgte, DE
George Nelson vertical chest of drawers commode for Herman Miller model 5517 sideboard 1952 The solid wood Nelson miniature chest, inspired by Japanese design, provides lots of wonde...
Metal, Aluminum
$4,800
H 59 in W 47 in D 13 in
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Mahogany Marble Top Vitrine / Bookcase
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Early 19th century French Louis XVI style Mahogany with brass mounted marble top vitrine / bookcase. This was designed to display your most prized possessions or one of a kind collec...
Marble, Brass
$2,246
H 30.71 in W 14.97 in D 1.97 in
Charlotte Perriand Set of 6 Kitchen Doors from an Arcs 1600 Apartment
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Saint-Didier, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur
Charlotte Perriand Set of 6 kitchen doors from an Arcs 1600 apartment, complete with 6 handles and 12 original hinges. State of use, small high furniture, and large under sink. ...
Wood
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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