$3,200 / set
H 32.5 in W 36 in D 19 in
Hickory White Satinwood Maple Regency Style 3 Drawer Nightstand Chest, a Pair
By Hickory White
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Hickory white satinwood maple regency style 3 drawer nightstand chest - a pair.
Brass
Vintage Walnut French Provincial 3 Drawer Chest
Located in Pasadena, TX
Vintage Walnut French Provincial 3 Drawer Chest This elegant French Provincial chest features a warm walnut finish and classic vintage styling. The piece includes three spacious dra...
Wood, Maple
$4,400 / set
H 35 in W 50 in D 22 in
Pair Country French Bombay Shape Three Drawers Dressers Commodes Chests 3 Drawer
By Auffray Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair country French Bombay shape three drawers dressers commodes chests 3 drawer.
Maple
Sold
H 30 in W 28 in D 19.25 in
Early to Mid-20th Century Art Moderne Maple Small 3 Drawer Chest or Cabinet
By Conant Ball, Russel Wright, Bissman Furniture Company
Located in Topeka, KS
Wonderful Early to Mid-20th Century Art Moderne solid maple small 3 drawer chest or cabinet in the style of Bissman and after Russel Wright for Conant Ball.
Maple
Custom Studio Made 3 Drawer Chest Oak Tiger Maple by Norm Stoeker
By Edward Wormley, Norm Stoeker, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Houston, TX
Magnificent custom made sculptural 3 drawers chest in solid oak and tiger maple. - Dovetail joinery - Fine detail - Made by Norm Stoeker - In the style of Edward Wormley or TH ...
Maple, Oak
Paul McCobb Planner Group Maple 3 Drawer Dresser
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in Charleston, SC
USA, circa 1950s. A great little chest from Paul McCobb’s Planner Group. Features maple construction with three large drawers, splayed conical legs, and signature brass hourglass pul...
Brass
Set of Early Florence Knoll Chests
By Florence Knoll
Located in Dallas, TX
Florence Knoll 3 drawer maple Chest - 28"h x 36" w x 18"d Small Florence Knoll black aniline dyed chest with maple drawers 28"h x 18"w x 18"d sold as a set.
Steel
Pair of Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb 3 Drawer Chests
By Widdicomb Furniture Co., T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of American classical modern chests of drawers designed by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Furniture Co. in figured walnut with contrasting maple moldings. Both have original la...
Maple, Walnut
Pair of 3 Drawer Maplewood Chests of Drawers with Brass Hardware
By Rapids Furniture Company 1
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A beautiful pair of Maplewood chest of drawers with brass hardware by Boston's Rapids Furniture Cooperation.
Brass
Sold
H 26 in W 16 in D 15 in
Pair of Art Deco Maple 3 Drawer Nightstands or Cabinets with Machine Age Styling
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This matched pair of commodes are unsigned, but presumed to have been made in the United States in approximately 1925 in the period Art Deco style. These nightstands or cabinets have...
Metal
Sold
H 34 in W 24 in D 18 in
Paul McCobb 3 Drawer Chests / Night Stands Planner Group for Winchendon, 1950s
By Paul McCobb
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of three drawer solid maple cabinets with original aluminum ring pulls that rest on separate square tables. Refinished as original in black and clear lacquer.
Maple, Lacquer
SPECIAL LISTING FOR CHARLIE: Maple Small 3 Drawer Chest or Cabinet
Located in Topeka, KS
Special listing for Charlie: 2 Wonderful Early to Mid-20th Century Art Moderne solid maple small 3 drawer chest or cabinet in the style of Bissman and after Russel Wright for Conant ...
Maple
Paul McCobb 3 drawer dresser / commode
Located in New York, NY
Paul McCobb 3 drawer maple dresser with solid aluminum ring pulls. Contact us for an appointment to view.
Aluminum
Paul McCobb Planner Group 3 drawer Commode
Located in New York, NY
Paul McCobb Planner Group 3 drawer Commode fully restored in a hand finished black lacquer with original Aluminum ring pulls.Solid maple construction throughout, the 3 drawer case si...
Aluminum
Paul McCobb 3 drawer Planer group dresser
Located in New York, NY
Solid maple 3 drawer dresser by Paul McCobb ca.1950 in pristine hand polished restored condition. contact dealer for appointment to view.
Brass
Paul McCobb 3 drawer Commodes For Winchendon
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Paul McCobb 3 drawer commodes Ca. 1950 restored to mint in a hand finished black lacquer. Solid maple construction with solid brass original pulls.
Brass
Paul McCobb 3 drawer Planner group dresser
By Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
Versatile and timeless 3 drawer commode by Paul McCobb for Winchendon Ca.1950 planner group series.Solid maple construction with natural finish exterior.Rare wooden turned drawer pul...
Maple
Paul McCobb 3 Drawer Planner Group Commodes
By Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
Paul McCobb Planner group 3 drawer commodes Ca. 1950's.Solid maple construction throughout newly restored in a hand rubbed black lacquer piano finish.Original solid brass conical pul...
Brass
Paul McCobb Planner Group 3 Drawer Commode
Located in New York, NY
Paul McCobb Planner Group 3 drawer commode ca. 1950's.Solid maple construction fully restored in a white satin lacquer finish with original solid brass conical drawer pulls.Inset tap...
Brass
Paul McCobb 3 Drawer Planner Group Commodes
By Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
Paul McCobb Planner group 3 drawer commodes Ca. 1950's.Solid maple construction throughout newly restored in a a white satin lacquer .Polished brass pulls. Paul McCobb (1917-1969...
Brass
Paul McCobb Planner Group 3 Drawer Dresser
By Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
Paul McCobb 3 drawer Planner Group dresser in pristine restored condition.Solid maple construction throughout with original brass handles.Restored in a medium walnut hand rubbed fini...
Brass
Paul McCobb 3 drawer Planer group dresser
By Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
Solid maple 3 drawer dresser by Paul McCobb ca.1950 in pristine hand polished restored condition. Please call to schedule an appointment to view this piece as this is not located at ...
Brass
Paul McCobb 3 Drawer Planner Group Dresser
By Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
Paul Mccobb Planner group 3 drawer maple dresser restored in a medium walnut hand rubbed finish. Original aluminum ring pulls and tapered dowel legs.Please call to schedule an appoin...
Aluminum
Pair of Paul McCobb 3 drawer commodes
Located in New York, NY
Paul mccobb 3 drawer commodes.
Please call to schedule an appointment to view this piece as this is not located at the 142 Henry street showroom currently.
Aluminum
Paul McCobb 3 Drawer Planner Group Commodes
By Paul McCobb
Located in New York, NY
Paul McCobb Planner group 3 drawer commodes Ca. 1950's.Solid maple construction throughout newly restored in a a white satin lacquer .Polished brass pulls. This item is located at...
Brass
1950 McCobb 3 Drawer with Straight Legs
By Paul McCobb
Located in Hudson, NY
Restored. Slight orange tint in maple wood. Aluminum "wedding band" pulls. Few scuffs, minor imperfections.
Aluminum
1950 McCobb 3 Drawer with Iron Base
By Paul McCobb
Located in Hudson, NY
Restored. Light natural color. Brass conical pulls. Black iron leg base. Few scuffs, minor imperfections.
Brass
Paul McCobb Planner Group 3 drawer Dresser by Winchedon
By Paul McCobb
Located in Maastricht, NL
Paul McCobb Planner Group 3 drawer Dresser by Winchedon in solid maple with solid brass pulls in excellent condition
Maple
King Size Mahogany Pencil Post Bed by Leighton Hall
By Leighton Hall Furniture
Located in Suwanee, GA
This is a new traditional king size mahogany Pencil Post Bed by Leighton Hall Furniture. It’s design was inspired by poster beds from the Regency period and features simple round tap...
Mahogany
$19,500 / set
H 32.5 in W 36 in D 19 in
Stunning Restored Pair of Walnut Chests by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1960
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent chests are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Completely installation ready. An exquisite pair of chests designed by th...
Walnut
$5,995 / set
H 35.25 in W 46.25 in D 20.25 in
Fantastic Pair of French Marble Top Walnut French Commodes or Dressers
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This elegant pair of French Louis XV style marble top commodes embodies timeless craftsmanship and refined European design. Each dresser features a beautifully shaped beige marble to...
Marble
Pair of Neo Classic Incurved Nightstands
Located in Westwood, NJ
Made of mahogany and finished in our Antique French Oak finish, this bedside table showcases the timeless beauty of classic design with a contemporary twist. The warm tones and rich...
Wood
Pair of Federal Style Mahogany Bedside Chests
Located in Westwood, NJ
A mahogany and figured mahogany nightstand, the reeded edge bowfront top with protruding corners with leaf carved and reeded uprights, with three graduated drawers with verdigris bra...
Wood
$8,578 / set
H 24.01 in Dm 13.78 in
Pair of Constant Night Stands in Poplar Burl wood by Master for Lemon
By Lemon
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Envisioned by designer Yaniv Chen, the Constant nightstand exudes an air of refined luxury, celebrating the inherent splendor of Poplar burl wood. Meticulously crafted with impeccabl...
Burl, Poplar
$5,000Sale Price|33% Off
H 29.5 in W 79.25 in D 33.5 in
19th Century Country French Provincial Farmhouse Fruitwood Dining Table
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Quintessential 19th century country French provincial farmhouse table crafted from fruitwood. The table features a plank top having breadboard ends and was made with wood peg joinery...
Fruitwood
$3,250 / set
H 32.88 in W 30.75 in D 18.38 in
Pair of Mid-Century Blond Four Drawer Chests with Round Brass Hardware
By Brown Saltman, Paul Frankl
Located in St. Louis, MO
Nice pair of Mid-Century Modern bleached mahogany four drawer bachelors chests with round brass disc hardware on concave base. These would also make great nightstands or bedside ches...
Brass
$16,500 / set
H 28 in W 40 in D 18 in
Stunning Restored Pair of Olivewood Chests by Henredon, circa 1980
By Henredon
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent chests are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. A...
Ash, Olive
$2,399Sale Price|20% Off
H 35 in W 46.25 in D 20 in
French Louis XV Style Walnut French Country Three Drawer Commode
By Auffray Furniture
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This elegant French Louis XV style commode embodies the charm and craftsmanship of classic French country design. Constructed from rich walnut, the commode features a warm, glowing p...
Bronze
Pair of Small English Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
Constructed from mid-tone walnut-figured veneer, these exquisite chests showcase rich grain patterns that enhance its sophisticated appeal. The three cockbeaded soft-close drawers of...
Wood
Vintage Nightstands Chests Briar Burl Wood by Hickory White
By Hickory White
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Offering one of our recent Palm Beach estate fine furniture acquisitions of a MCM pair of vintage Hickory white "Briar" 3 drawer burl wood with brass pulls nightstands chests side ...
Brass
$28,800 / set
H 38 in W 50.75 in D 22.75 in
Pair of Italian 18th Century Walnut Four-Drawer Commodes with Bookmatched Veneer
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Italian 18th century walnut commodes with bookmatched veneer, four drawers and petite carved feet. Immerse yourself in the historical grandeur of this pair of Italian 18th-...
Brass
$3,960Sale Price|43% Off
H 93 in W 95 in D 22 in
Auffray & Co French Provincial Antique Distressed Style Bookcase China Cabinet
By Auffray Furniture
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This elegant French Provincial bookcase and china cabinet by Auffray & Co is a remarkable piece that captures the timeless sophistication of European-inspired design. Known for their...
Oak
Pair of Antique Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
Constructed from hand-rubbed ash burl and walnut, the chest exudes a warm, natural elegance, enriched by its unique wood grain patterns. Equipped with soft-close technology, the draw...
Brass
$8,250 / set
H 31 in W 45 in D 19 in
Pair of Louis XV Provincial Style Hand-carved Two-drawer Commodes/Chests
Located in San Francisco, CA
excellent quality reproductions, each with serpentine shaped top above a conforming bombe-form body fitted with two drawers over a pierced rocaille-carved apron all raised on scrolle...
Walnut
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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