$3,000 / item
Michael Taylor for Baker Dresser
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautifully detailed four drawer dresser by Michael Taylor for Baker, New World collection. Stunning finish and spacious drawers add to the vintage modern appeal of this exquisite ba...
Walnut
1960s Michael Taylor for Baker Far East Chests of Drawers
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Southampton, NJ
1960s Michael Taylor for Baker Far East Collection chests of four drawers suitable for a various aesthetically pleasing and practical uses.
Elm, Walnut
Mid-Century Low Chest by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Queens, NY
(MICHAEL TAYLOR FOR BAKER FURNITURE CO.).
Metal, Brass
Michael Taylor for Baker Far East Collection Black Lacquered Dresser Chest
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning mid-century modern Hollywood Regency chinoiserie 5-drawer dresser or chest of drawers By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East" Collection USA, 1960s Blac...
Walnut, Lacquer
Michael Taylor for Baker Far East Black Lacquered Dresser Chest, Refinished
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning Mid-century Modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie six-drawer dresser, chest of drawers, or sideboard server. By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East" collection...
Walnut, Lacquer
$11,600Sale Price|20% Off
Magnificent Michael Taylor Baker Campaign Chest Mid-Century Modern
By Michael Taylor
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent 9-drawer campaign chest of drawers by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Co.
Walnut
Exquisite Modern Campaign Chest by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1960
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent chest is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. Mi...
Brass
Pair of Chests by Michael Taylor for Baker "Far East" Collection - 2b Refinished
By Baker Far East Collection, Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in St. Louis, MO
Asian modern with Chinoiserie detail on bottom edge, from Michael Taylor's Far East Collection for Baker c. 1960s.
Mahogany
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Far East Collection Black Lacquered Dresser
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie four-drawer dresser, bachelor chest, or bedside chest By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East Collection" USA, ...
Walnut, Lacquer
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Far East Collection Black Lacquered Dressers
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning pair of mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie four-drawer dressers, bachelor chests, or bedside chests By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East Collect...
Walnut, Lacquer
Exquisite Modern Campaign Commode by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1960
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent chest is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. Mich...
Brass
Micheal Taylor for Baker Furniture Chest Bookcase Far East Collection
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Germantown, MD
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Co. Far East Collection 4 piece chest of drawers / Bookcase/ Cabinet, circa 1960s.
Mahogany
Spectacular Restored 8 Drawer Commode by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1960
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous commode by Baker Furniture, circa 1960. This difficult to find example is from the boutique "New World" collection designed by the esteemed Michael Taylor.
Cherry, Walnut
Stunning Pair of Red Lacquer Commodes by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1960
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Atlanta, GA
A marvelous pair of Chinese Red lacquer cabinets by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1960. Expertly crafted solid walnut construction with handsome detail.
Walnut
Michael Taylor for Baker "Far East" Collection Two Door Cabinet - 2b Refinished
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor, Baker Far East Collection
Located in St. Louis, MO
Asian mid-century modern from Michael Taylor's Far East Collection for Baker c. 1960s.
Mahogany
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Hollywood Regency Campaign Commode
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style two-drawer lowboy dresser, commode, or chest of drawers By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "New World" Collection ...
Brass
Stunning Restored Pair of Walnut Chests by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1960
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisite pair of chests designed by the esteemed Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, circa 1960.
Walnut
Pair Michael Taylor For Baker Light Grey Blue 4 Drawer Dressers Bachelor Chests
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Michael Taylor For Baker Light Grey Blue 4 Drawer Dressers Bachelor Chests MINT!
Oak
Pair of Michael Taylor for Baker Far East Collection Dresser Chests Commode
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor, Baker Far East Collection
Located in Hudson, NY
Exceptional pair of solid wood dressers designed by Michael Taylor for the very collectable "Far East Collection" by Baker Furniture.
Wood, Elm
Vintage Ebonized Chinoiserie Chest
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Taking plentiful nods from Michael Taylor's Far East collection for Baker Furniture, this ebonized case piece is sure to fit into a wide variety of decors, from mid-century modern to...
Metal, Brass
Exquisite Restored Walnut Credenza by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1960
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent cabinet is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. Mi...
Brass
1970s Michael Taylor For Baker Asian Modern Mahogany & Brass Cabinet Chest Bar
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a 1970s Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Asian Modern cabinet. It is part of his Far East Collection. It cab work as gentleman’s cabinet or dry bar with it’s ample interior...
Brass
Asian Influenced Mid Century Credenza by John Widdicomb Espresso Brown Gold Trim
By John Widdicomb
Located in Atlanta, GA
It is a versatile size and can be used as a credenza, media cabinet, bar, or server in a living area, or as a chest or dresser in a bedroom. Similar to Michael Taylor Far East design...
Metal, Brass
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Co. 6-Drawer Walnut and Ring Handle
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Queens, NY
(MICHAEL TAYLOR FOR BAKER FURNITURE CO) Water damage to legs.
Metal, Brass
Michael Taylor for Baker Chest of Drawers
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Elegant chest of drawers by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture.
Nickel
Michael Taylor for Baker Chest of Drawers
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Winter Park, FL
Michael Taylor for Baker from the New World collection. Wood grain matched across the drawers. Recessed brass plated hardware, solidly constructed with dovetailed drawers. Rich cherr...
Vintage Boho Michael Taylor for Baker Chests - a Pair
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your decor with this exquisite pair of vintage boho chests by Michael Taylor for Baker. Showcasing Taylor’s signature style, these chests combine clean lines with a hint of b...
Metal
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H 32.25 in W 38 in D 18.75 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Chest of Drawers Dresser from the New World Collection
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful four drawer dressers by Michael Taylor for Baker, from his New World Collection.
Nickel
Michael Taylor Mahogany Tall Chest For Baker
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Chicago, IL
Michael Taylor for Baker's Far East Collection tall chest in light toned mahogany with six drawers.
Brass
Michael Taylor 'New World' Bachelor Chest for Baker
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Astoria, NY
A wooden bachelor chest, designed by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Company's New World Collection, produced circa 1950s, with three long drawers, two shorter drawers at the cent...
Wood
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Chinoiserie Walnut Gentleman's Chest
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency chinoiserie dresser chest By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture USA, circa 1960s Walnut, with ebonized interior and trim and ...
Brass
Michael Taylor for Baker Far East Collection Three-Drawer Chest
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A beautiful, newly refinished Hollywood Regency chinoiserie three-drawer bachelor chest or nightstand designed by Michael Taylor for his Far East Collection for Baker Furniture.
Walnut
Pair of "New World" Chests by Michael Taylor for Baker
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Incredible pair of chests / dressers from the "New World" collection designed by Michael Taylor for Baker.
Brass
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H 32.25 in W 38 in D 19 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Hollywood Regency Campaign Dresser Chests
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning pair of mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style four-drawer dressers or chests of drawers By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East" Collection US...
Brass
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H 22.5 in W 38.25 in D 19 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Hollywood Regency Black Lacquered Campaign Chest
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style two-drawer lowboy dresser or chest of drawers By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East" Collection USA, 1...
Brass
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H 32 in W 38 in D 19 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Hollywood Regency Black Lacquered Campaign Chest
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style four-drawer dresser or chest of drawers By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East" Collection USA, 196...
Brass
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H 32.25 in W 36 in D 19 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Far East Collection Ebonized Bachelor Chest, Restored
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency chinoiserie five-drawer bachelor chest Designed by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture "Far East Collection" USA, 1950s Measures: 36"W x ...
Walnut
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H 32.25 in W 36 in D 19 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Far East Collection Ebonized Bachelor Chests, Pair
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency chinoiserie bachelor chests Designed by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture "Far East Collection" USA, 1950s Measures: 36" W x 19" D x 32...
Walnut
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H 32.5 in W 22 in D 19 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Black Lacquered Chest of Drawers, Newly Refinished
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie four-drawer bachelor chest of drawers or bedside chest By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East Collection" USA,...
Walnut, Lacquer
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H 32.25 in W 36 in D 19 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Hollywood Regency Black Lacquered Campaign Chests, Pair
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning pair of Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style five-drawer dressers or chests of drawers. By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East" Collection.
Brass
Michael Taylor for Baker Far East Collection Four-Drawer Chest
By Michael Taylor, Baker Far East Collection
Located in Buffalo, NY
A beautiful, Hollywood Regency chinoiserie four-drawer bachelor chest or nightstand designed by Michael Taylor for his Far East Collection for Baker Furniture.
Mahogany
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H 32 in W 36 in D 19 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Black Lacquered Chest of Drawers, Newly Refinished
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie six-drawer dresser, chest of drawers, or buffet server By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East Collection" USA,...
Walnut, Lacquer
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H 32 in W 38 in D 19 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Hollywood Regency Black Lacquered Campaign Chests, Pair
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style four-drawer dressers or chest of drawers By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East" Collection ...
Brass
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H 32 in W 36 in D 19 in
Asian Modern Chest / Commode By Michael Taylor For Baker Furniture - Far East
By Michael Taylor
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a modern bachelor’s chest with Asian styling designed by Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Company.
Mahogany
Sold
H 32.375 in W 36 in
Pair of Hollywood Regency Style Ebony Michael Taylor Designed Chests for Baker
By Michael Taylor
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Hollywood Regency style Ebony Michael Taylor designed chests for baker. This stunning Steinway black lacquered chests, commodes or nightstands have been professionally done o...
Wood
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H 32.25 in W 36 in D 19 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Far East Collection Black Lacquered Chest of Drawers
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie six-drawer dresser or chest of drawers By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East" Collection USA, 1960s Black la...
Walnut, Lacquer
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H 34 in W 36 in D 19 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Far East Collection Green Lacquered Chest of Drawers
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie six-drawer dresser or chest of drawers By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East Collection" USA, 1960s Green la...
Walnut, Lacquer
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H 32 in W 38 in D 19 in
Modern Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Four-Drawer Walnut Chest or Dresser
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Houston, TX
Gorgeous walnut Michael Taylor four-drawer chest of drawers or dresser with nickel-plated pulls by Beaker furniture. Perfect for any modern or mid-mod home. In great condition for it...
Walnut
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Chest
By Michael Taylor
Located in Stamford, CT
Stunning eight-drawer chest or credenza by Michael Taylor for Baker, New World Collection.
Wood
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H 30.75 in W 38 in D 19 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Hollywood Regency Campaign Walnut Dresser
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style five-drawer dresser or chest of drawers. By Michael Taylor Baker Furniture USA, 1960s Bleached walnut, with or...
Brass
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H 30.75 in W 38 in D 19 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Hollywood Regency Campaign Walnut Dresser
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style five-drawer dresser or chest of drawers. By Michael Taylor Baker Furniture USA, 1960s Bleached walnut, with or...
Brass
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H 22.38 in W 62 in D 19 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Hollywood Regency Black Lacquered Campaign Dresser
By Michael Taylor, Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style four-drawer lowboy dresser or chest of drawers By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East" Collection U...
Brass
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.