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Chinese style green lacquered chest of drawers, 1970s
Located in Lisboa, PT
Chest of drawers, sideboard in the style of China in lacquer with bronze handles. France, 1970s.
Category
Vintage 1970s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
William & Mary Style Green Chest of Drawers
Located in Astoria, NY
William and Mary Style Green Lacquered Chinoiserie Decorated Chest of Three Drawers, with gilt
Category
20th Century British William and Mary Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Donald Deskey Style Art Deco Green Lacquered Chest of Drawers, Newly Refinished
By Donald Deskey
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Art Deco or Mid-Century Modern dresser or chest of drawers
In the manner of Donald
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Space Age Green "Quadro" Chest of Drawers by Jurgen Lange for Schönbuch, 1970s
By Jürgen Lange, Schönbuch
Located in Antwerp, BE
Green Midcentury Modern "Quadro" chest of drawers, designed by Jürgen Lange for Schönbuch in the
Category
Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Laminate, Wood
Mid-20th Century Army Green Metal Chest of Drawers
Located in Madrid, ES
Vintage file chest of painted sheet metal with 16 boxes. Top veneered with oak and painted white
Category
20th Century European Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Sheet Metal
Large Faux Bamboo Green Painted Four Drawer Chest of Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Lots of detail on this sturdy chest of drawers, commode or dresser. This four drawer faux bamboo
Category
Early 2000s European Colonial Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
French Louis XV Style Green Chinoiserie Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Shippensburg, PA
LOUIS XV STYLE GREEN-PAINTED CHINOISERIE MARBLE TOP COMMODE
Probably French, late 19th to early
Category
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Tommi Parzinger, Wood, Brass, Green Leather, Chests of Drawers, USA, 1950s
By Tommi Parzinger, Charak Furniture Company
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of stained wood and leather chests of drawers or bedside cabinets designed by Tommi Parzinger
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Forest green metal Military filing Cabinet or Chest of Drawers, 1956
Located in Meulebeke, BE
filing cabinet / chest of drawers made in forest green metal in 1956. This industrial cabinet has five
Category
Vintage 1950s German Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
ANTIQUE HAND PAINTED PALE PiNE GREEN THREE DRAWER CHEST OF DRAWERS
Located in Pulborough, GB
softly distressed, pale green-painted finish that has gracefully aged over time. Dating to the late 19th
Category
20th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Magnificent Gucci-Inspired Green & Red Murano Chest of Drawers Made in Italy
Located in Guazzora, IT
A magnificent Gucci-inspired green and red Murano chest of drawers, handmade in Italy, combining
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Ch...
Materials
Brass
$4,948 Sale Price / item
20% Off
1980s Italian Dark Green Satin Lacquer Chest of Drawers by Sormani
By Davide Pizzigoni & Manolo De Giorgi, Sormani
Located in Arosio, IT
Chest of drawers in very dark green lacquer (the famous 20-gloss silky mat lacquer of Sormani) with
Category
Vintage 1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Donald Deskey Style Art Deco Green Lacquered Chests of Drawers, Newly Refinished
By Donald Deskey
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Art Deco or Mid-Century Modern dressers or chest of drawers
In the manner of
Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Michael Taylor for Baker Far East Collection Green Lacquered Chest of Drawers
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie six-drawer dresser or chest of drawers
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut, Lacquer
Light Green Chest of Drawers Featuring Murano Glass & Brass Made in Italy
Located in Guazzora, IT
This Italian chest of drawers is a stunning mid-century modern piece, combining solid wood with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$4,102 Sale Price
41% Off
Mid-Century Modern Style Green-Malachite Colored Glass Italian Chest of Drawers
Located in Madrid, ES
A wonderful Mid-Century Modern style Italian chest of three drawers, made of solid wood structure
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Ch...
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Style Green-Malachite Colored Glass Italian Chest of Drawers
Located in Madrid, ES
A wonderful Mid-Century Modern style Italian chest of three drawers, made of solid wood structure
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Ch...
Materials
Brass
ANTiQUE SWEDISH HAND PAINTED GREEN FLORAL TWO OVER THREE CHEST OF DRAWERS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Swedish circa 1880-1900 hand painted green floral chest of drawers in two over three formation
Please
Category
Antique 1880s Swedish Late Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
PAIR OF VINTAGE MiLITARY CAMPAIGN TALLBOY CHESTS OF DRAWERS GREEN LEATHER TRAYS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
vintage Military Campaign tallboy chests of drawers which are brass mounted and come complete with green
Category
20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Painted Green French Provincial Chests
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A pair of painted green, French Provincial style chests of drawers.
Category
20th Century French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
$4,320 / set
Modern Green Blossom Mosaic Chest of 9-Drawers with White Oak by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Modern Milano Chest of 9 Drawers by Ercole home has a 9 drawer front, with a White Wash finish
Category
2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cut Glass, Oak
Vintage Regency Faux Finished Malachite and Mirrored Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An extraordinary vintage Regency chest of drawers. A truly magnificent piece of furniture with a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Malachite
Jacques Adnet Chest of Drawers, France 1950's
By Jacques Adnet
Located in New York, NY
Olive green Chest of drawers with faux bamboo leather wrapped legs, recessed brass campaign handles.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Authentic Dorothy Draper Espana Chest in Emerald Green
By Dorothy Draper
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Authentic Dorothy Draper España chest, shown in Emerald Green. The crème de la crème - the most
Category
Mid-20th Century American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Swedish Gustavian Painted Small Commode Chest of Drawers Nightstand
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Hand painted, in a wonderful Scandinavian neutral green color, Gustavian style chest of drawers or
Category
Early 2000s European Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Italian Chest, Green Lacquered Wood and Brass, Italy
Located in Brussels, BE
Contemporary Italian chest, green lacquered wood and brass, Italy.
Different colors available
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mastercraft Burl Chest in Green Tint
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Mastercraft burl wood chest in green tint with brass hardware.
Category
Vintage 1970s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Burl
Hand-Painted Green Malachite and Bakelite Chest
Located in Phoenix, AZ
Hand-painted faux malachite and bakelite chest, circa early 1950s. This extraordinary example has
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bakelite, Wood
Delia chest by the fabulous things in hand painted absolute green swirl
Located in Richmond, VA
The Delia chest by our sister company, “The Fabulous Things” seen in our hand painted absolute
Category
2010s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
Theodore Alexander 3 Drawer Chest Green Painted Venetian Style
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Atlanta, GA
Theodore Alexander 3-Drawer Chest
3 Drawer Chest is painted in a Venetian Style and is of High
Category
2010s American Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Elegant Forest Green and Brass Trim Chest by Grosfeld House
By Grosfeld House
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Forest Green and Brass Trim Chest, made by Grosfeld House, American, circa 1950s. Amazing
Category
Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
Bombe Style Walnut Chest with Pine Green Checkerboard Granite Top
Located in Pasadena, TX
This 3 drawer chest is made of walnut and has a checkerboard granite top. The elbows are nicely
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Granite
Victorian Military Campaign Chest / Cabinet Green Leather & Brass Tooled Top
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Victorian English antique military campaign three drawer chest with green leather tooled top
Category
Antique 19th Century British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair Antique Neoclassical Italian School Green Faux Painted Rouge Marble Chests
Located in Essex, MA
A lovely pair of antique Neoclassical Italian School faux painted & rouge marble chests with
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Pair of German Hand-Painted Green Chests with a Neo-Classical Design
Located in Dallas, TX
The product is a pair of German hand-painted green chests with a neo-classical design. These chests
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of...
Materials
Wood
French Mid 20th C. Chest w/Uniquely Colored Marble Top (Cream/Green)
Located in Atlanta, GA
-panel, graduated drawers. Each of the dove-tailed drawers are fitted with rectangular bail-pull handles
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Vintage French Louis XV Style Bombe Commode Chest with Green Marble Style Top
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage French Louis XV Style Bombe Commode Chest with Green Marble Style Top
This vintage Louis
Category
Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ormolu
Bespoke Italian Mondrian Style Blue Green White Brown Modern Brass Dresser/Chest
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
reversed hand-painted colored glass: navy blue, aquamarine, cobalt blue, lime green, cream, white, brown
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
VKG Van Keppel Green for Brown Saltman Wooden 5 Drawer Bracket Base Chest
By Brown Saltman
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century wooden chest of drawers with 5 drawers in ascending depth, resting on a
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Bespoke Italian Mondrian Style Blue Green White Brown Modern Brass Dresser/Chest
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
reversed hand-painted colored glass: navy blue, aquamarine, cobalt blue, lime green, cream, white, brown
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Bespoke Italian Green Yellow Brown Gray Blue Modern Brass 6-Drawer Dresser/Chest
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
surrounds and drawers edged all around in natural brass trim are clad in reversed hand-painted colored glass
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Bespoke Italian Green Yellow Brown Gray Blue Modern Brass 6-Drawer Dresser/Chest
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
surrounds and drawers edged all around in natural brass trim are clad in reversed hand-painted colored glass
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Green Wooden High Chest of Drawer by Derk Jan de Vries
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-century green wooden high chest of drawer by Derk Jan de Vries - The Netherlands 1960s.
Category
Vintage 1960s Dutch Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Emerald Green Baroque Styled Commode, 20th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
in sleek emerald green refinished in color reference color reference by expert artisans. Featuring a
Category
20th Century Portuguese Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$11,481 Sale Price
29% Off
Established & Sons Stack-8 Drawers by Raw Edges and Shay Alkalay
By Raw Edges, Established & Sons, Shay Alkalay
Located in London, GB
. Individual, multicolored, ‘floating’ drawer units are built up creating a tower of drawers that can be pushed
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Plywood
Honeycomb Anglo Indian Green Four Drawer Dressers
Located in New York, NY
but also highly functional with its spacious four drawers, offering ample storage space for your
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Che...
Materials
Bone, Wood
Stack H1780 13 Drawer Green Palette Storage By Established & Sons
By Established & Sons
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, multicoloured drawers that appear suspended above one another and open in both directions, creating an irregular
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Pair of Green Minimalist Nightstands Side Tables by Atelier Bachmann, 2019
By Andreas Bachmann, Atelier Bachmann
Located in Berlin, DE
A beautiful pair of green side tables/nightstands designed by Yuzo Bachmann for Atelier Bachmann
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Plywood
Vintage 1970s Raymond Loewy Style Space Age Green Chapter One Highboy Dresser
By Broyhill, Raymond Loewy
Located in Chattanooga, TN
fronts—this version rendered in vibrant space-age green. The top is a high-gloss laminate that captures
Category
Vintage 1970s American Futurist Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Plastic, Hardwood
Bespoke Italian Brass Emerald Blue Green Art Glass 9-Drawer Dresser Sideboard
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
with its 9 drawers (options for sizes) but also its artistic impact and exceptional cast hardware. The
Category
2010s Italian Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Bespoke Italian Brass Emerald Blue Green Art Glass 9-Drawer Dresser Sideboard
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
with its 9 drawers (options for sizes) but also its artistic impact and exceptional cast hardware. The
Category
2010s Italian Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Green Moroccan Four Drawer Dresser
Located in New York, NY
using the inlay process. The dresser showcases captivating Moroccan motifs in a green hue, evoking the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Bohemian Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Bone, Wood
$3,680 / item
Pair of Italian Green Painted Commodes
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is a very decorative pair of Italian Rococo style commodes, painted light green over all
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$3,800 / set
Jacques Bodart, Louis XVI Style, Green Painted Commode, USA, 1960s
By Jacques Bodart
Located in Manhasset, NY
Jacques Bodart, Louis XVI Style, Green Paint, Brass, Commode or Chest of Drawers, USA, 1960s
A
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Vintage 1960s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
John Widdicomb Georgian Green Lacquered Eight-Drawer Double Dresser, Refinished
By John Widdicomb, Ralph Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Georgian or Regency style eight-drawer double dresser or chest of drawers
By Ralph
Category
Vintage 1940s American Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Green Sage Color Baroque Styled Commode, 20th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
Elevate your space with this high-end portuguese Baroque-style wood table commode, now reimagined in sleek sage color (Hex #8A9A5B color reference) refinished by expert artisans. Fea...
Category
20th Century Portuguese Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$11,967 Sale Price / item
27% Off
A Magnificent French Ormolu-Mounted Green Painted Chinoiserie Commode
Located in Queens, NY
A Magnificent French Ormolu-Mounted Green Painted Chinoiserie Commode with Original Marble Top
An
Category
20th Century French Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
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An assortment of green chest drawers is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, all green chest drawers available were constructed with great care. Find 127 antique and vintage green chest drawers at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 5 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Green chest drawers have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of green chest drawers to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Louis XV and Rococo green chest drawers are of considerable interest. Bevan Funnell Ltd., Ficks Reed and Harrods each produced beautiful green chest drawers that are worth considering.
How Much are Green Chest Drawers?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $4,272, while they’re typically $489 on the low end and $43,794 highest priced.
Finding the Right Commodes-chests-of-drawers for You
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.
Questions About Green Chest Drawers
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bachelor’s chest of drawers is a relatively short and shallow chest, usually with three or four drawers. The name refers to their historical use as multi-purpose, space-saving fixtures that are perfect for a bachelor sharing a friend’s flat. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern bachelor’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A chest of drawers is also sometimes known as a dresser or a bureau. It is a cabinet with several parallel horizontal drawers stacked on top of one another. A chest of drawers is frequently used to store clothing and a variety of personal items. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The first chest of drawers was invented by Chinese physician Hua Tuo during the 3rd century. In the west, chests of drawers began to appear during the 17th century and rose in popularity from there. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique chests of drawers from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A man’s chest of drawers is also known as a gentleman’s chest. It is characterized by its tall cabinet section that hangs clothes like suits and pants, and also features a column of drawers. Shop a collection of gentleman’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify an antique chest of drawers, look inside and beneath drawers and on the back and bottom for any type of maker's marking. Researching these marks using trusted online resources may allow you to determine who produced your chest and roughly date your piece. If your chest is at least 100 years old, it is an antique. Should you be unable to locate the maker's marks, look at the hardware. Rose head nails, one-piece cast brass pommels on the drawer handles and circular rather than hexagonal bolts may all indicate that a piece is an antique. Keep in mind that hardware may have been replaced at some point and that there are many reproductions of antique furnishings. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer complete the identification process if you're unable to identify your chest via the maker's markings. Find a range of antique chests of drawers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A low chest of drawers is called a lowboy. A lowboy sits at waist height and was a prominent piece of bedroom furniture in the 18th century. These low chests of drawers were a clothing storage solution before tallboys and highboys came into fashion. On 1stDibs, there is a variety of antique and vintage low chests of drawers available for sale.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A tall chest of drawers is known as a standard chest of drawers and also as a vertical chest. These are tall and narrow storage pieces. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage tall chests of drawers.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What a large chest of drawers is called depends on its proportions. In the United States, a wide piece about waist-high is usually called a dresser. A tall, thin chest of drawers is typically referred to as a highboy. On 1stDibs, you can find a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary chests of drawers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A chest of drawers with a mirror attached is called a bureau. This type of case piece is usually waist-high with a mirror that rests on the top of the structure. They are mainly used in bedrooms. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Dressers are designed to offer a place for you to dress, with the top functioning as a table on which to place your clothing. It will offer space for a mirror, whereas chests of drawers are typically exactly that — they provide ample storage while taking up little floor space. A dresser is usually wide and short, while a chest of drawers is narrow and tall. Both types of furniture are commonly used to store clothing and other items in drawers. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dressers and chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 1, 2024Yes, there is a difference between a dresser and a chest of drawers. 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.
Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This type of case piece was originally 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.
Find antique and vintage dressers for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between a dresser, a bureau and a chest of drawers is where you place these furnishings and their overall shapes and designs. Usually positioned in a bedroom, a dresser is a wide, low casegood consisting of two or more columns of drawers. When this type of furniture is placed in a living room, office, library or other space beyond the bedroom, people normally refer to it as a bureau. Another type of bedroom furnishing is a chest of drawers, which is a tall vertical column of drawers stacked one above the other. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dressers, bureaus and chests of drawers.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between a bureau, a chest of drawers and a dresser comes down to shape and function. Dressers and chests of drawers are both types of bedroom furniture that feature storage drawers. However, bureaus tend to be wider and shorter, while chests of drawers are narrower and taller. Often used for storage outside of bedrooms, bureaus are usually about the same height as dressers but are shorter than chests of drawers. Find a wide range of casegoods on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Yes, a chest of drawers can be used as a bedside table, provided that you have enough space beside your bed to accommodate it. If you want to be able to easily reach items on the top of the chest, choose a piece that is about 2 to 4 inches taller than your mattress. Shop a variety of bedroom furniture on 1stDibs.
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