Living Room Commodes
20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood, Paint
Antique Mid-19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
2010s Hepplewhite Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Antique 19th Century Austrian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Antique 1850s Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bone, Ebony, Mahogany
Antique 1820s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
20th Century French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood, Acrylic, Mirror
Antique 1770s Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Vintage 1940s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Vintage 1920s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble
Antique 19th Century Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble
Antique 19th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pine
Antique 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble
Antique 1840s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Antique Mid-19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble
Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique 1820s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
2010s Hepplewhite Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble
Antique 1780s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Antique 19th Century Austrian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Leather, Wood
21st Century and Contemporary Asian French Provincial Commodes and Chest...
Wood
Antique 1840s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Cherry
Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Antique 19th Century Scandinavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique 18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble
Antique 18th Century European Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Pine
Antique 19th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Softwood
Antique 16th Century British Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique 19th Century Dutch Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Antique 18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Antique 18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique Mid-18th Century European Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Paint, Wood
Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Late 20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble
Antique 18th Century French Régence Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique 18th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Walnut
Antique Early 1800s Italian Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bronze
Antique 1860s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Marble, Brass
Antique 18th Century British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Brass
Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Hardwood
Vintage 1920s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Birdseye Maple, Mahogany, Maple
Antique Early 1900s Portuguese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bronze
Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Oak
Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Paint, Wood
Antique 1890s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Bronze
Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Hardwood
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chest...
Kingwood, Rosewood
Antique Early 19th Century French Folk Art Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Wood
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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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Living room sets are comprised of several pieces including sofas, loveseats, end tables, coffee tables, and lamps.
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- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023Whether your lamps should match in your living room is a matter of personal preference. Some people prefer to use matching lamps to tie a room together, while others like to mix and match to liven up spaces and benefit from different types of lighting. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of lamps.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Yes, you can use a lounge chair in a living room. In fact, the chairs are especially well-suited to use in living rooms. After all, the purpose of a lounge chair is to allow you to lean back and relax, and many people retire to their living rooms to unwind at the end of the day. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of antique and vintage lounge chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, a chaise lounge can be used in a living room, provided you have enough space for one. In fact, many people like to be able to stretch out and relax on one while enjoying conversation, reading or watching television in their seating areas. On 1stDibs, find a variety of chaise lounges.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023No, accent chairs in a living room don't have to match. In fact, you're free to mix and match accent chairs as you see fit. To tie the room together, choose chairs that have something in common, such as color or materials. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of accent chairs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The best furniture for a small living room depends on the actual size of the room. It’s possible to create a warm and welcoming living room even if it’s modest in size. Experts say that when shopping for living room furniture, you should establish a focal point for the space and then arrange your furniture around it. Make sure guests have enough room to navigate around the furniture. Measure your space carefully when buying what can be the most expensive components: your sofa and chairs. On 1stDibs, you can find a diverse range of plush furniture.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Many people call a lounge chair for the living room a chaise longue, meaning "long chair” in French. It's also perfectly acceptable to call a living room chair a lounge chair, as the term doesn't only apply to outdoor furniture. Find a wide variety of lounge chairs on 1stDibs.
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- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023What kind of chairs you put in a living room is up to you. Many people furnish living rooms with accent chairs, which are crafted with both comfort and style in mind. If you have a desk in your living room, you may want to place a stationary or rolling desk chair in front of it. Since there are no rules for decorating, you're free to use dining chairs, benches and stools for living room seating. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023What big living room chairs are called depends on their style. A chair that has an integrated footrest is a lounge chair or a chaise longue, while one with a tall back that curves in at the top is a wingback chair. Chairs that feature footrests that raise and lower with the touch of a button or pull of a lever are recliners. A chair-and-a-half is an extra-wide living room chair with a deep seat. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of living room chairs.
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- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 27, 2024The small table in the living room is often called a side table. The name comes from the fact that these small yet tall tables typically go beside seating. Small side tables positioned on either end of a sofa or loveseat are sometimes referred to as end tables. A low table in front of a sofa is usually called a coffee table. Shop a wide range of antique, vintage and contemporary side tables on 1stDibs.
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