Japanese Lacquer Commode
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble
Antique Late 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bronze
Antique 1880s European Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Antique 1890s English Aesthetic Movement Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo, Mirror, Pine, Lacquer
Antique 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Iron
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Lacquer
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Metal
Early 20th Century English Anglo-Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood, Lacquer
Antique Early 18th Century English George I Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Vintage 1980s Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bamboo, Rattan
Antique 1720s British George I Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pine, Lacquer
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Cedar
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Iron
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Iron
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Iron
Antique Mid-19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pine
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Vintage 1930s Italian Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bronze
Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bronze
Antique 19th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Iron
Antique 1690s Dutch William and Mary Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Antique 1880s Japanese Anglo-Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wrought Iron
Antique Early 19th Century French Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Brass
2010s French Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal
2010s French Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal
2010s French Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal
2010s French Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Metal
Antique 18th Century English Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Cabinets
Marble, Ormolu
Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Cabinets
Marble, Ormolu
Mid-20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood, Lacquer
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Vintage 1960s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Antique Mid-18th Century English Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Lacquer
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Lacquer
Early 20th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Cane, Wood
Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Vintage 1940s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Lacquer
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Lacquer
Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Bronze
Antique 1890s French Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Lacquer
Antique 19th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Lacquer
Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Ormolu
Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Lacquer
Antique Early 1900s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Bronze
20th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pewter
Antique 1780s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
20th Century British Anglo-Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pine
Vintage 1930s French Japonisme Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
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Finding the Right commodes-chests-of-drawers for You
Is it 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 a 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.
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can restore Japanese lacquer that has been damaged by exposure to light by gently buffing it with carnauba wax. Use a soft cloth to gently rub the wax into the piece, removing any excess and avoiding undamaged lacquer. Take a look on 1stDibs for a variety of pieces featuring Japanese lacquer.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Japanese lacquer is made of resin produced from the sap of the Urushi tree. Artisans craft bowls, vases, boxes and other items out of the material. Find a collection of Japanese lacquer furniture and decorative objects and art on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Japanese lacquerware items are finished with a sap that comes from the lacquer tree. This finish is prone to degradation, especially if exposed to sun and water, and age will take its toll as well. To clean lacquerware items, wet a lint-free cloth and wring as much water out as you can, then wipe the item. Finish by drying it with a soft lint-free cloth. Shop a range of antique and vintage Japanese lacquerware on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To fix Japanese black lacquer, take it to a furniture repair shop that has previously worked with the material. Lacquer is very delicate. Attempting to fix a piece on your own could cause further damage. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Japanese black lacquer.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, there is a type of varnish called Japanese lacquer. It is made from the sap of an urushi tree, which grows in Japan, China and Southeast Asia. On 1stDibs, you can find vintage and modern Japanese lacquered pieces from some of the top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To clean a Japanese lacquer box, start by moistening a soft lint-free cloth with warm water. Ring it out and then gently rub every surface. Do not use soap as it may damage the lacquer. Dry the box promptly with a second soft, dry lint-free cloth. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Japanese lacquer boxes.
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