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Harlequin Painted Chest

18th Century Hand-Painted Venetian Style Harlequin Inspired Serenissima Chest
18th Century Hand-Painted Venetian Style Harlequin Inspired Serenissima Chest

18th Century Hand-Painted Venetian Style Harlequin Inspired Serenissima Chest

By Porte Italia

Located in Ronchi dei Legionari, IT

chest with Harlequin inspired decors. Harlequin, the most discriminating character from the Italian

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2010s Italian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

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Harlequin Painted Chest of Drawers
Harlequin Painted Chest of Drawers

Harlequin Painted Chest of Drawers

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H 34.85 in W 45.87 in D 21.66 in

Harlequin Painted Chest of Drawers

Located in Cirencester, GB

We sourced this wonderful pair of chest of drawers from Catalonia, Spain. The drawers are late

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Antique Late 19th Century Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

19th Century Harlequin Italian Painted Chest
19th Century Harlequin Italian Painted Chest

19th Century Harlequin Italian Painted Chest

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H 21.46 in W 40.16 in D 19.3 in

19th Century Harlequin Italian Painted Chest

Located in Cirencester, GB

This 19th Century Italian Chest has been newly hand-painted by our friend Elisa who is based just

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Country Blanket Chests

Materials

Pine

Hand Painted Chest of Drawers with Harlequin Pattern, 19th Century
Hand Painted Chest of Drawers with Harlequin Pattern, 19th Century

Hand Painted Chest of Drawers with Harlequin Pattern, 19th Century

Located in Greding, DE

Hand-painted chest of drawers with three drawers and a straight body. This chest of drawers was

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Antique 19th Century Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

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Pair of 19th Century Style Harlequin Commodes
Pair of 19th Century Style Harlequin Commodes

Pair of 19th Century Style Harlequin Commodes

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H 35.44 in W 44.89 in D 20.08 in

Pair of 19th Century Style Harlequin Commodes

Located in Gloucestershire, GB

Pair of 19th century style continental commodes. In a fabulous red, blue and white harlequin

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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Paint

Harlequin Three-Drawer Chest in Multi
Harlequin Three-Drawer Chest in Multi

Harlequin Three-Drawer Chest in Multi

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H 34 in W 34 in D 18 in

Harlequin Three-Drawer Chest in Multi

By Jonathan Adler

Located in New York, NY

Avant Wow. A little Italian Modern, a lot of irresistible color. Our Harlequin Three-Drawer Chest

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

Harlequin Three-Drawer Chest in Multi-Blue
Harlequin Three-Drawer Chest in Multi-Blue

Harlequin Three-Drawer Chest in Multi-Blue

By Jonathan Adler

Located in New York, NY

Avant Wow. A little Italian Modern, a lot of irresistible color. Our Harlequin Three-Drawer Chest

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dressers

Materials

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Stag Minstrel Chest Of Drawers Handpainted With 'Venetian Harlequin' Design
Stag Minstrel Chest Of Drawers Handpainted With 'Venetian Harlequin' Design

Stag Minstrel Chest Of Drawers Handpainted With 'Venetian Harlequin' Design

By John & Sylvia Reid

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Known for an appreciation of both form and function, Stag Minstrel tallboy chest of drawers is from

Category

20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Cupboards

Materials

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Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces for You

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.

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