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Georgian Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Woodbury, CT
George III mahogany chest on chest. Top chest features two over three graduated drawers, fluted
Category
Antique 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Miniature Victorian Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a miniature Victorian mahogany chest on chest, remaining in very good condition for its
Category
Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
George III mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Flower Mound, TX
George III mahogany chest on chest, the projecting molded and dentil cornice over plain frieze
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
George II Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Wilson, NC
This George II mahogany chest on chest retains all of its original hardware, feet, and crown
Category
Antique 1730s English George II Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality George III mahogany chest on chest, having a total of seven graduated
Category
Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Georgian Mahogany Chest On Chest
Located in King's Lynn, GB
Here we have an Antique Georgian, George III (1760-1820), Mahogany Chest On Chest with 6 large
Category
Antique 18th Century British George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine Georgian period mahogany chest on chest, the dentil molded top with reeded canted corners
Category
Antique 1770s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany, Oak, Pine
George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality George III mahogany chest on chest. The top having an arrangement of
Category
Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
English George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1820
English George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
sku 1892
Base W104 x D58 x H85 cm
Top W106 x
Category
Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Flame Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality antique flame mahogany chest on chest, having an arrangement of two
Category
Early 20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality, George III Mahogany chest on chest, having a dentil moulded cornice
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Mahogany
Antique English Victorian Mahogany Chest on Chest, Circa 1880
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique English Victorian mahogany chest on chest, Circa 1880.
Category
Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
English George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking 18th century English George III period figured mahogany chest on chest with a simple
Category
Antique 1760s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century English Georgian Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Queens, NY
English Georgian (18th Century) mahogany chest on chest with eight drawers (two small, six large
Category
Antique 18th Century Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century English Inlayed Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Savannah, GA
English mahogany chest on chest on bracket feet with string inlays of satinwood on every drawer
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier British George III Commodes and Chests ...
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in High Point, NC
18th century mahogany chest on chest from England. There is a dentil moulding, over an arched cove
Category
Antique Early 18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Dr...
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century English Chippendale Mahogany Chest On Chest
Located in Wilson, NC
18th century English Chippendale mahogany chest on chest, upper section with “wall of Troy” dentil
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Brass
Antique George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Suffolk, GB
George III mahogany chest on chest with the upper section having a dentil cornice and two short
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Other
Magnificent Antique George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Suffolk, GB
Magnificent George III mahogany chest on chest is a magnificent example of quality and
Category
Antique 1780s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
1940s Carlton House Mahogany Chest on Chest Of Drawers
By Carlton House Fine Furniture
Located in Germantown, MD
Very rare 1940s Carlton House mahogany chest on chest of drawers. Rock solid red mahogany wood
Category
Mid-20th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Small English George II Style Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in San Francisco, CA
An unusual smaller size George II style / Chippendale style mahogany chest on chest.
Exceptional
Category
Antique 19th Century English George II Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century English Victorian Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality Victorian mahogany chest on chest. Having a flared cornice, above an
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
18th Century English George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a very good quality George III mahogany chest on chest, having an arrangement of three
Category
Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
19th Century English George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality George III mahogany chest on chest, the top having five graduated
Category
Antique Early 19th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Mahogany
English George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Atlanta, GA
English George III mahogany chest on chest, the horizontal crest with dentil molding surmounting a
Category
Antique 1880s English George III Linen Presses
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
18th C. Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Sherborne, GB
5759
18th C. Mahogany chest on chest
In extremely original condition with
Eight graduated
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Furniture
Materials
Mahogany
Early 19th century channel island mahogany chest on chest
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century channel island mahogany chest on chest circa 1830.
Fine quality chest on chest
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
Dixie Furniture Mid Century Federal Style Mahogany Chest on Chest of Drawers
By Dixie
Located in Germantown, MD
A Dixie Furniture Mid Century Federal Style Mahogany Chest on Chest of Drawers with the protective
Category
Mid-20th Century Federal Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 50.5 in W 35 in D 20 in
Antique 18th Century George III Mahogany Chest on Chest of Drawers
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique 18th century George III mahogany chest on chest of drawers having a moulded edged top above
Category
Antique 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Other
English George III Mahogany Chest-on-chest Third Quarter 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
English George III mahogany chest-on-chest
Third quarter 18th century
English George III mahogany
Category
Antique 18th Century English George III Credenzas
Materials
Wood
H 73.63 in W 41.34 in D 20.48 in
Early 20th C. American Empire BowFront Flame Mahogany Chest on Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A gorgeous, rare Early 20th Century American Empire Bow Front Flame Mahogany chest on chest of
Category
Early 20th Century American American Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
H 58 in W 40 in D 21 in
Quality Antique 18th Century George III Figured Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Suffolk, GB
Quality Antique 18th Century George III figured mahogany chest on chest with the top section having
Category
Antique 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Other
H 71.26 in W 48.43 in D 22.45 in
American Chippendale Mahogany Chest on Chest with Orig. Claw & Ball Feet NY 1770
Located in Charleston, SC
American New York Chippendale mahogany chest on chest with a carved dentil molded edge cornice
Category
Antique 1770s American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 76 in W 45 in D 22 in
Antique George III Figured Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique George III figured mahogany chest on chest with the top section having a shaped moulded
Category
Antique 18th Century English Bedroom Sets
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Mahogany Chest On Chest
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large and impressive Antique Chest-On-Chest with handsome wood and great traditional form. The
Category
Antique 19th Century Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Georgian Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Greenwich, CT
A very fine Georgian chest on chest in figured bookmatched flame mahogany having two short over
Category
Antique 1760s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique 19th Century Solid Mahogany Chest on Chest Two Part Cabinet Tallboy Mint
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Antique 19th century solid mahogany chest on chest two part cabinet tallboy mint.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Mahogany
H 73 in W 42 in D 22 in
A George III mahogany chest on chest with applied blind fretworadpated as a bar.
Located in Buchanan, MI
A George III mahogany chest on chest with applied blind fret work adpated as a bar.
Category
Antique 18th Century English George III Dry Bars
Materials
Mahogany
H 72 in W 47 in D 22 in
George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Essex, MA
With rectangular cornice with Greek key carving over two short and three long drawers flanked by carving, the base with three long drawers with identically carved sides raised on oge...
Category
Antique 1760s Great Britain (UK) George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Other
Modernist Mahogany Chest on Chest by Gibbard
By Gibbard Furniture, Wesley T. Griffin
Located in Hanover, MA
SATURDAY SALE
Commodious bedroom dresser in the form of a chest on chest from the Modern line of
Category
Vintage 1950s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Fine George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Essex, MA
With detachable rectangular cornice with fluting and dentilled carving and gadrooning with canted corners over a conforming case with two over four graduated drawers flanked by flute...
Category
Antique 1760s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
18th Century George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Essex, MA
Beautiful Mahogany George III Chest on Chest. Carved Adam Frieze with exotic wood chamfered corners
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique English Georgian Period Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Sheridan, CO
Exquisite antique English oak 18th century Georgian era chest on chest - chest of drawers. Late
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Long Island City, NY
The dentiled cornice above a rinceau scroll frieze and a series of two short and four long drawers. On a base with two long drawers, floral molding and acanthus-carved ogee feet. Wit...
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Georgian Mahogany Chest on Chest/Linen Cupboard
Located in Folkestone, GB
A rare and unusual small 18th century mahogany tallboy consisting of a chest of drawers above a two
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century British Georgian Cupboards
Materials
Mahogany
Antique 18th Century Mahogany Chest on Chest of Drawers Tallboy Storage Solution
Located in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Antique 18th Century Mahogany Tallboy Chest on Chest of Drawers – featuring attractive canted front
Category
Antique 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 65.75 in W 45.28 in D 23.63 in
American Heritage Queen Anne Style Mahogany Chest On Chest by Hickory 20th C
By Hickory Manufacturing Company
Located in Big Flats, NY
A Queen Anne style chest on chest of the American Heritage line by Hickory offers mahogany
Category
20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
H 86 in W 42 in D 21.5 in
American Chippendale Mahogany Chest
Located in Queens, NY
American Chippendale style mahogany chest on chest cabinet with 7 drawers below 3 shell carved
Category
Early 20th Century American Federal Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
American Chippendale Style Mahogany Chest
Located in Queens, NY
American Chippendale style (Early 20th Century) mahogany chest on chest cabinet with 7 drawers
Category
20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Late George III Mahogany Bowfront Chest on Chest
Located in Manhasset, NY
19th century late george III Mahogany bowfront chest on chest
A flame Mahogany chest on chest
Category
Antique 1860s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Georgian Chest on Chest Mahogany Period Furniture
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Here we have a good quality mahogany chest on chest.
Raised upon typical georgian bracket feet
Category
Vintage 1980s Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Georgian Chest on Chest Period Mahogany
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Here we have a good quality mahogany chest on chest.
Period Georgian
Standing upon spade feet
Category
Vintage 1980s Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Stunning Antique George III Figured Chest on Chest with Greek Key Moulded Top
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Antique Hand Crafted English George III Figured Mahogany Chest on Chest, With Greek Key Moulded
Category
Antique 19th Century British George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 68.9 in W 76.38 in D 20.87 in
English Chippendale Maghogany Chest on Chest with Interior Desk, Circa 1750
Located in Charleston, SC
English Chippendale mahogany chest on chest with a carved candle light molded edge top , five upper
Category
Antique 1750s English George II Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 72 in W 50.75 in D 23.75 in
George III Chest on Chest in Mahogany
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn4768 exceptional George III mahogany chest on chest, having dentil carved cornice above 2 short
Category
Antique 18th Century British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Georgian Mahogany Tall Boy, circa 1800
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A very good quality Chippendale period mahogany chest on chest, having a dental cornice, canted
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Mahogany
Georgian Tall Boy
Located in Brighton, Sussex
A good quality George IV mahogany chest on chest, having a dental cornice, two small and six long
Category
Antique Early 1800s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Rare Pair of Geo II Chest on Chests
Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB
A one off pair of Geo II mahogany chest on chests of compact size, the flat tops with moulded edges
Category
Antique 1750s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany, Oak
Georgian 18th Century Mahogany Tallboy or Chest on Chest
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A very good quality and charming mid-18th
century mahogany chest on chest, or tallboy,
having
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
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
Category
Antique 1760s English George III Dressers
Materials
Mahogany
H 78 in W 45.5 in D 23 in
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Mahogany Chest On Chest For Sale on 1stDibs
Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the mahogany chest on chest you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, mahogany and metal, every mahogany chest on chest was constructed with great care. Find 307 options for an antique or vintage mahogany chest on chest now, or shop our selection of 1 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect mahogany chest on chest — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A mahogany chest on chest made by Georgian designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one mahogany chest on chest that is appealing in its simplicity, but Maitland Smith, Baker Furniture Company and Calvin produced versions that are worth a look.
How Much is a Mahogany Chest On Chest?
Prices for a mahogany chest on chest start at $825 and top out at $248,500 with the average selling for $5,032.
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 Mahogany Chest On Chest
- What is a dower chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A dower chest — also called a dowry chest or hope chest — is a Pennsylvania Dutch chest, a piece of furniture traditionally used by young women to store items in anticipation of married life. Find a collection of antique and vintage dowry chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a demilune chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A demilune chest is a type of case good furniture that features a straight back and a curved front. Most feature rows of drawers, cabinet doors or a mix of the two types of storage. Demilune comes from the French word for half moon and refers to the shape of the chests. Shop a range of demilune chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a bachelor’s chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2019
A bachelor’s chest is a low chest of drawers. Its name comes from the fact that it was originally designed to provide multipurpose storage for a single man with a small living space.
- What is a military chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A military chest is a chest of drawers made of hardwood like mahogany, teak or cedar. Also called a campaign chest, the furniture usually comes apart into smaller pieces for easy carrying. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of military chests.
- What is a sea chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sea chest, typically seen onboard ships, is a storage chest for a sailor’s personal property. The first known sea chest was used in 1613. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic sea chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is a sugar chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sugar chest is a chest, typically made of wood and featuring legs, that was designed to hold sugar in the late 1700s to early 1800s, when sugar was very valuable. Sugar chests would feature a lock to keep this sweet sign of wealth secure, and featured sections inside to separate light and dark sugars. Shop a range of antique sugar chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a Tansu chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Tansu refers to Japanese portable storage chests. When tansu became a well-known feature of life in Japan — the chests’ emergence is said to be rooted in the Genroku era of the Edo period (1688–1704) — the country’s traditionally minimalist households had little to no proper seats, tables, or other pieces of furniture. Tansu were intended to be multipurpose cabinets. These case pieces were used to store things of everyday utility, such as clothing and various personal items. Tansu are regarded as collectible furniture with a timeless appeal. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary Tansu from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a gentleman's chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A gentleman's chest is a piece of wooden storage furniture with at least one section large enough to accommodate hanging men's clothing like ties, suits and dress pants. Normally, drawers appear beside and below the hanging cabinet. Find a range of gentleman's chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a bonnet chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bonnet chest is a chest of drawers that has a space for hats. Typically, this larger drawer or area is in the center space and toward the top. Bonnet chests get their name for their function not their shape, as there is no one standard shape for a bonnet chest. Shop a collection of vintage and antique furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a bombe chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
A bombe chest is a set of drawers that bulges outward in the front and on the sides. The style, whose name comes from French word bombé, meaning “curved,” originated in 17th-century France.
- What is a door chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A door chest is a small cabinet with shelves and is used for storage. They are usually found in bedrooms and living rooms to provide a little extra storage. Shop for a range of antique and vintage door chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a campaign chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023A campaign chest is a chest of drawers that breaks down into smaller pieces for easier transport. Some people refer to this type of case furniture as a military chest. Although mobile furniture for military campaigns dates back to the Romans, the British Army in its global conquests in the 18th and 19th centuries defined the style we know as campaign furniture with sturdy and elegant pieces. Find a selection of campaign chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a mule chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A mule chest is a low chest that has a drawer or a set of drawers at its base and a hinged top. It stands on legs or brackets and it is usually wider than it is deep. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary mule chests from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a marriage chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A marriage chest is an ornate chest that is given as a gift or dowry to the bride by her parents. It was popular during the Renaissance period in Italy. It was especially used to hold a bride's dowry goods or other possessions. Find marriage chests and other vintage and antique case pieces on 1stDibs.
- What is a Bombay chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A Bombay chest is a piece of wooden furniture — a chest that bulges outward in the front and on the sides and then curves in at the base. This style of chest was popularized in 17th century French design.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Traditionally, the point of a hope chest was to help a woman prepare for married life. Women would place textiles and household items inside, so that she had a collection of belongings to take to her husband's home when she got married. Today, people still use hope chests to store blankets, pillows and other items. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage hope chests.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The origin of the mule chest is a mystery, though several theories exist. Some of the most common are that the lower drawers of the chest were where shoes, including mules might be stored. Another thought is that it was a chest that a peddler might have used to carry along goods on his mule. Shop a collection of antique mule chests on 1stDibs.
- How do you date a cedar chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024To date a cedar chest, search the piece for a manufacturer’s mark. Then, use trusted online resources to determine who the maker is based on those markings. From there, you can use photographs, serial numbers and other identifying characteristics to get a rough idea of when the maker produced it. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer evaluate your cedar chest. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of cedar chests.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024To tell if a chest is antique, first examine its materials and details carefully. An antique chest is one produced 100 years ago or more. This generally predates the use of engineered wood, particleboard, plastics and other synthetic materials. As a result, an antique chest usually features solid wood construction.
In addition, antique chests are likely to be handmade, so you should be able to spot subtle signs that indicate this, such as tool marks and small irregularities in any carvings. If a piece looks flawless and regular, it is unlikely to be antique. Locating a maker's mark and then researching when the manufacturer was active can also help you date your chest. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to learn more about your chest.
On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique chests. - Why is it called a Bombay chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022The chest of drawers with a curvy frame is called a Bombay chest due to a misunderstanding about its name. Its proper name is "bombe" which is correctly pronounced similarly to the word "bomb." However, some people say "bom-BAY." This has led to confusion over how the name of the chest is actually spelled. Find a selection of bombe chests on 1stDibs.
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