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Small Mahogany Chest
Located in Annville, PA
From the tastefully tapered legs to the finely shaped drawer fronts this Small Mahogany Chest with
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2010s Hepplewhite Dressers

Materials

Mahogany

Small Mahogany Chest
Small Mahogany Chest
H 30 in W 29 in D 19 in
Mahogany Bachelor's Chest of Drawers with Banding
Located in Woodbury, CT
This mahogany chest with four graduated drawers and bracket feet has a deep crossbanding of
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Antique 19th Century British George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Boxwood

Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality Regency mahogany chest of drawers, of small proportions, the chest has
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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 30.71 in W 30.32 in D 16.93 in
Antique Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality Georgian mahogany chest of drawers, in good condition showing minor
Category

Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Antique Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 38.98 in W 38.19 in D 20.48 in
Handsome Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Bun Feet
Located in Port Chester, NY
A large chest of drawers in rich mahogany, with very deep drawers and stylish glossy knobs. Sweet
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Regency style mahogany and flame veneered bowfront chest of drawers, fitted with a brushing slide
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Regency Commodes and Chests of ...

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 36 in W 38 in D 22 in
Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
on original bracket feet. This antique chest of drawers retains its original finish, colour and
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Antique 1820s English Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 38.59 in W 44.1 in D 24.02 in
English Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A stunning mahogany chest of drawers made in England. This four drawer chest features a linear
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Antique 19th Century English Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

English Mahogany Chest of Drawers
English Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 38.75 in W 38.5 in D 17.25 in
Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Intricate Stringing
Located in Port Chester, NY
A small chest of drawers from the Regency period with flared feet and delicate intricate stringing
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Antique Early 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany Chest of Drawers, Chippendale
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
George III small mahogany chest of drawers with original plate handles and brushing slide, the
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Maples Mahogany Chest of Drawers
By Maple & Co.
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5220 Edwardian mahogany tall chest of drawers by Maples, having figured top with moulded edge
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Early 20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Maples Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Maples Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 48.5 in W 28 in D 19.5 in
English Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Buchanan, NY
English mahogany chest of drawers with ball feet and original hardware. The top of the piece has a
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Early 20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Oak

English Mahogany Chest of Drawers
English Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 41.5 in W 43.75 in D 20.75 in
English Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Woodbury, CT
English, mahogany five-drawer chest with rosewood crossbanded top. Beaded drawers have inset
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

English Mahogany Chest of Drawers
English Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 41.25 in W 42.5 in D 20 in
Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Tyrone, Northern Ireland
A very fine 18th century mahogany serpentine chest of drawers in the manner of Thomas Chippendale
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Antique Late 18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Mahogany

Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 36 in W 48 in D 23.5 in
English Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Four Drawers and Marble Top
Located in Marbella, ES
English mahogany chest of drawers with four drawers and marble top.
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Mid-18th Century Chippendale Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Six Drawers
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Middleburg, VA
Mid-18th Century Chippendale mahogany chest of drawers with six drawers. Molded rectangular top
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
J035 Georgian mahogany and inlaid chest of drawers, having oversailing figured mahogany top with
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Antique Late 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 37.008 in W 37.795 in D 18.898 in
Victorian Chest Drawers Period Mahogany 1860
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Victorian Mahogany Chest of Drawers. This Chest of Drawers Features 6 Ash Lined Drawers with Turned
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Antique 1860s Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Georgian Chest Drawers Mahogany 1800 Period
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Georgian Mahogany 2 over 3 Chest of Drawers. Standing on nicely shaped bracket feet. Circa 1800 The
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Antique Early 1800s Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Small Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality small Regency mahogany chest of drawers, having an inlaid top, above a
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Antique 19th Century English Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Small Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Small Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 28.75 in W 26.78 in D 16.54 in
Mahogany Chest Of Drawers With Writing Table Circa 1800
Located in Brussels, Brussels
a fine bowfront mahogany chest of drawers circa 1800 English chest with a writing table below the
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Antique Early 19th Century British Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5465 Elegant Georgian chest of drawers in mahogany, having figured mahogany top with moulded edge
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Antique Late 18th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 32.677 in W 37.402 in D 19.291 in
Federal Style Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Lift Top
Located in New York, NY
American Federal style 19th century mahogany chest of drawers with 2 lower drawers above dummy
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Antique 19th Century American Federal Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5488 Fine quality and very elegant Georgian chest of drawers in mahogany, having figured mahogany
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Antique Early 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 36.22 in W 38.976 in D 20.079 in
18th Century Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
Located in Kettering, GB
An 18th century mahogany chest of drawers, on later bun feet. Comprising two short drawers over
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Antique 18th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
18th Century Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
H 32.29 in W 38.98 in D 20.08 in
Empire Chest of Drawers With Four Drawers Made In Mahogany From 1840s
Located in Lejre, DK
This exquisite Empire chest of drawers boasts a timeless design and is crafted from rich mahogany
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Antique 1840s Danish Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century mahogany chest of drawers
Located in Martlesham, GB
A fabulous quality 19th Century mahogany chest of drawers in the Georgian style, the moulded edge
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Antique 1880s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century mahogany chest of drawers
19th Century mahogany chest of drawers
H 30.5 in W 27 in D 16.75 in
19th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Martlesham, GB
19th century Mahogany chest of drawers, having a nice figured top with inlay around the edge, four
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Antique 1840s British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Unusual Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5269 Elegant Regency mahogany chest of drawers of unusual proportions, having figured mahogany
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Antique Early 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Unusual Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Unusual Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 55.118 in W 35.039 in D 20.079 in
Regency Bowfronted Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn4746, Regency mahogany chest of drawers of bowfronted design, having string inlaid mahogany top
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Antique 1820s English Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Bowfronted Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Regency Bowfronted Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 40.56 in W 43.31 in D 22.84 in
George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
George III mahogany chest of drawers, 18th century with restorations. Having a rectangular two
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 35.75 in W 41 in D 20.5 in
Empire Flame Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Continental Empire flame mahogany chest of drawers with marble top and gilt bronze mounts, 19th
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Antique 19th Century European Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Empire Flame Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Empire Flame Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 37.75 in W 36.5 in D 20.5 in
19th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
19th century mahogany chest of drawers from England with a wonderfully grained top with a simple
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers
19th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 46.25 in W 44 in D 19.5 in
Georgian Style Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Houston, TX
Georgian style mahogany chest of drawers, 20th c., burlwood banded top and drawer fronts, fitted
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20th Century Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Georgian Mahogany Serpentine Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Very Good Quality Late 18th Century, Georgian, Mahogany Chest, Of Elegant Serpentine Form, Having
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Small Georgian Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Very Good Quality Early 19th Century, George III Period Mahogany Chest Of Unusual Small
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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Small Georgian Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
Small Georgian Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
H 31.5 in W 32.5 in D 19 in
Neo-Classicist Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
Neo classicist mahogany chest of drawers with 3 drawers. The top drawer with triangle, ebonized
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Antique Early 19th Century Danish Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Brass

Neo-Classicist Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Neo-Classicist Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 31.5 in W 32.29 in D 18.9 in
Vintage Flame Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in west palm beach, FL
Fantastic vintage flame mahogany chest of drawers. Monumental and solid hard wood. A real
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Early 20th Century North American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Vintage Flame Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Vintage Flame Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 40.5 in W 44.5 in D 20 in
Maple & Co Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5145 Fine Quality Edwardian Wellington chest in mahogany, having figured mahogany top crossbanded
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Early 20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Maple & Co Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Maple & Co Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 48.425 in W 26.772 in D 18.898 in
18th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
An Extremely Charming And Very Good Quality George II Period Mahogany Chest, Retaining Rich
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Antique Early 18th Century European George I Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany Hepplewhite Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
An 18th century George III period mahogany Serpentine Chest, having well figured and cross banded
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Antique Late 18th Century English Hepplewhite Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Serpentine Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn4910 fine quality Regency mahogany chest of drawers of serpentine outline, having figured
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Antique 19th Century British Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Regency Serpentine Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Regency Serpentine Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 38.59 in W 38.98 in D 23.23 in
Chippendale Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Greenwich, CT
A very fine serpentine mahogany chest of drawers circa 1760 in the manner of Thomas Chippendale
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Antique 1760s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Chippendale Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Chippendale Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers
H 34.375 in W 40.5 in D 20.75 in
Bow Front Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Folkestone, GB
A superior quality George III period flame figured mahogany chest of four graduated drawers of
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Antique Early 1800s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Bow Front Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Bow Front Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 35.24 in W 40.56 in D 23.63 in
Small Georgian Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
chest of drawers is a real charmer. It is constructed from very good quality mahogany timbers, which
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Small Georgian Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
Small Georgian Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
H 33 in W 27.5 in D 16.5 in
Danish Louis XVI Mahogany With Bronzes Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
Danish Louis XVI mahogany chest of drawers from Copenhagen, circa 1790.
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Antique Late 19th Century Danish Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

19th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
19th century mahogany chest of drawers form England with a wonderfully grained top and front. There
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Pine

19th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers
19th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 45.5 in W 41.88 in D 18.75 in
19th Century mahogany chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century mahogany chest of drawers circa 1880. Good quality 19th century chest of drawers in
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Antique Late 19th Century English Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century mahogany chest of drawers
19th Century mahogany chest of drawers
H 41.5 in W 41.75 in D 19.5 in
Custom, English Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Woodbury, CT
boxes. With beautiful crotch mahogany covering the front and a narrow stringing on the top, this chest
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21st Century and Contemporary British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Mahogany Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Port Chester, NY
An elegant smaller antique bowfront bureau. The mahogany is a rich medium color with a lovely grain
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Antique Late 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a classic George III mahogany with satinwood banding chest of drawers with a two-over-two
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Serpentine-Fronted Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A rare George III mahogany serpentine chest, only 35.5" wide with reeded canted corners
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Antique 1770s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
With a serpentine top over a brushing slide over two over two drawers , shaped apron and raised on
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Antique 1770s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 32.75 in W 41 in D 21 in
Tall mahogany chest of drawers
Located in Cheshire, GB
Tall mahogany chest of drawers, the rectangular top above two short and five long mahogany lined
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Antique Late 19th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Tall mahogany chest of drawers
Tall mahogany chest of drawers
H 62.5 in W 54 in D 24 in
Mahogany Bow Front Chest of Drawers
Located in Woodbury, CT
Not your garden-variety bow front chest (who would put a mahogany chest in the garden?), this chest
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Antique 19th Century British Hepplewhite Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
A fine example made with the best quality timber beautifully constructed with drawers that function
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Antique 1760s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 34 in W 43.5 in D 23.5 in
Antique Mahogany Two-Piece Chest on Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Handsome Antique Mahogany Two-Piece Chest of Drawers, attributed to be from the George III period
Category

Antique 19th Century European George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

William IV Low Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
St046 William IV mahogany chest of drawers of low proportions having solid, figured mahogany top
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

William IV Low Mahogany Chest of Drawers
William IV Low Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 24.803 in W 46.457 in D 16.535 in
Regency Chest of Drawers Mahogany Bow Front
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Regency Mahogany Bow Chest of Drawers. Period Regency This Chest of Drawers and Upon Splay Feet
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Vintage 1980s Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Spanish Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Five Drawers and Iron and Wooden Handles
Located in Marbella, ES
Spanish mahogany chest of drawers with five drawers and iron and wooden handles.
Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

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Mahogany Chest With Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of mahogany chest with drawers for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique mahogany chest with drawers was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, mahogany and metal. Find 567 antique and vintage mahogany chest with drawers at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 7 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Mahogany chest with drawers have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Mahogany chest with drawers bearing Georgian or Louis XVI hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many mahogany chest with drawers are appealing in their simplicity, but Calvin, Dunbar and Henredon produced popular mahogany chest with drawers that are worth a look.

How Much are Mahogany Chest With Drawers?

Prices for mahogany chest with drawers start at $495 and top out at $68,000 with the average selling for $4,574.

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.

Questions About Mahogany Chest With Drawers
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A 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, 2022
    A 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 ExpertApril 1, 2024
    Yes, 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A 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 ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Dressers 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 ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A 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 ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Yes, 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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The Ultimate Guide to Types of Tables for the Home

Whether you’re just moving in or ready to give your home a makeover, our guide will give you pointers on tables that are fitting for every room, nook and hallway.

What Exactly Is a Secretary Desk, and What Is It Used For?

The furniture equivalent of a Swiss Army knife, it's the multifunctional piece you didn't know you needed.

This Shelving System with Oxidized Brass Tubes Is Retro and Futuristic at Once

Italian studio DimoreMilano mustered great ingenuity when crafting these sculptural shelves, which are built without any screws.

28 Cheerful Home Bars, Where Everybody (Literally) Knows Your Name

Simple or sophisticated, equipped with console, cart or custom cabinetry, these stylish bar areas deserve a toast.

Ask an Interior Designer: Work-from-Home Edition

Leaping into a design project, whether it's refreshing the bedroom or redoing the whole house, can be overwhelming. Luckily, we know more than a few interior designers. You asked questions on Instagram, and now they're answering.

Collected and Eclectic, ‘Wunderkammern’ Are Back in a Big Way

Introduced nearly 500 years ago, curiosity cabinets are finding new fans among today's collectors and designers.

Meet the Incredible Woman Transforming Fallen Trees into Sleek Furniture

In the hands of New York Heartwoods cofounder Megan Offner, unwanted local trees become works of design art.

These New York Architects Love a Complicated Project

From Brooklyn townhouses to Maine campgrounds, Trattie Davies and Jonathan Toews relish a challenge, like transforming a former warehouse space into the new 1stdibs Gallery.