What makes a dresser mid-century?

A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.

How many drawers does a mid-century modern dresser typically have?

Most feature 4 to 9 drawers depending on width; listings note exact drawer count and interior dimensions.

What's the difference between a mid-century modern dresser and a chest of drawers?

"Dresser" and "chest of drawers" are generally interchangeable; mid-century modern dressers specifically feature tapered or hairpin legs, minimal hardware and warm wood tones.

What defines the mid-century modern look compared to other vintage dresser styles?

Mid-century modern dressers favor tapered or hairpin legs, minimal hardware and warm wood tones, shaped largely by Scandinavian and American designers of the era.

Mid Century Dresser Narrow

Paul Mccobb 4 Drawer

Geometric Dresser

Tall Danish Teak Dresser

Danish Modern 4 Drawer Dresser

Mid Century Lingerie Chest

Patina Dresser

Tall Narrow Storage Cabinet

Vintage 4 Drawer Wood Dressers

Gibbings for Widdicomb Black Lacquer 3 Drawer Bachelor Chest Narrow Dresser Mint

$3,800

Gibbings for Widdicomb Black Lacquer 3 Drawer Bachelor Chest Narrow Dresser Mint

By John Widdicomb, T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings

Located in Rockaway, NJ

Gibbings For Widdicomb black lacquer 3 drawer bachelor chest narrow dresser mint.

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Narrow Teak + Rosewood Highboy Dresser

$2,100

Narrow Teak + Rosewood Highboy Dresser

By Austinsuite

Located in Berkeley, CA

This narrow highboy dresser was made by Austinsuite in England during the 1960s. The case combines teak and rosewood, offering a tall, compact footprint that fits well in a smaller b...

Category

Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood, Teak

A Narrow Three Drawer Sideboard Dresser c. 1760

$15,500

A Narrow Three Drawer Sideboard Dresser c. 1760

Located in Greenwich, CT

A narrow oak sideboard dresser with boarded top over three drawers, the central drawer with center brass escutcheon and bail pull and the flanking drawers with two pulls, the drawer...

Category

Antique Mid-18th Century English Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Vintage English Regency Silver Plated Narrow Vanity Dresser Jewelry Box - a Pair

$650 / set

Vintage English Regency Silver Plated Narrow Vanity Dresser Jewelry Box - a Pair

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Circa Mid 20th Century. Measurements: 1" H x 10" W x 3.5" D.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Regency Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Silver Plate

Recent Sales

Mid Century Arne Wahl Iversen Danish Modern Tall Narrow Lingerie Chest Dresser

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H 30 in W 18 in D 18 in

Mid Century Arne Wahl Iversen Danish Modern Tall Narrow Lingerie Chest Dresser

By Arne Wahl Iversen

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Beautiful mid century Arne Wahl Iversen Danish Modern narrow lingerie chest dresser. 5 drawers total (2) Thin upper drawers for lingerie with (3) deep lower drawers Very clean and be...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Rosewood

Tall and Narrow Danish Teak Dresser

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H 51.75 in W 29.5 in L 51.75 in

Tall and Narrow Danish Teak Dresser

Located in Oakland, CA

Seven drawer teak dresser professionally restored and in excellent condition.

Category

Mid-20th Century Danish Dressers

Materials

Teak

1970s Tall Petite Dresser Mid-Century Modern Oil Rubbed Oak

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H 49 in W 24 in D 18.26 in

1970s Tall Petite Dresser Mid-Century Modern Oil Rubbed Oak

Located in Los Angeles, CA

mid century tall dresser, vintage lingerie chest, narrow dresser, small space storage, 1970s furniture, oak wood dresser, modern wood chest, minimalist bedroom storage, vintage moder...

Category

Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Oak

Mid Century Arne Wahl Iversen Danish Modern Tall Narrow Lingerie Chest Dresser

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H 43 in W 18 in D 18 in

Mid Century Arne Wahl Iversen Danish Modern Tall Narrow Lingerie Chest Dresser

By Arne Wahl Iversen

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Beautiful mid century Arne Wahl Iversen Danish Modern tall narrow lingerie chest dresser. 8 drawers total (4) Thin upper drawers for lingerie with (4) deep lower drawers - (1) Drawer...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Rosewood

Unique Mid century modern narrow teak 4 drawer dresser by Hans Wegner

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H 30 in W 18.5 in D 20 in

Unique Mid century modern narrow teak 4 drawer dresser by Hans Wegner

By George Tanier, Hans J. Wegner

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Beautiful Danish teak Narrow 4 drawer dresser or end table designed by Hans J. Wegner Circa 1960. Teak veneer dresser with solid flat teak handles and birch drawer construction. All ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Birch, Teak

Midcentury Paul McCobb Single Narrow Calvin 4-Drawer Dressers Walnut Aluminum

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H 34 in W 24 in D 18 in

Midcentury Paul McCobb Single Narrow Calvin 4-Drawer Dressers Walnut Aluminum

By Calvin Furniture, Paul McCobb

Located in BROOKLYN, NY

Beautiful Paul McCobb Calvin single narrow walnut dresser with 4 drawers Calvin aluminum handles and accents Minimalist original medium walnut brown finish. Very delicate geometric d...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Aluminum

Rare Custom Apothecary Style Rosewood Tall & Narrow Dresser by Svend Langkilde

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H 79 in W 21.5 in D 14 in

Rare Custom Apothecary Style Rosewood Tall & Narrow Dresser by Svend Langkilde

By Svend Langkilde, Langkilde Møbler

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed by Danish icon Svend Langkilde, this cabinet was manufactured in the 1950s by his own company, Langkilde Mobler. This is the first and only cabinet of its kind that has ever...

Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

Paul McCobb Narrow Three Drawer Dresser, 1950

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H 34.75 in W 24 in D 18 in

Paul McCobb Narrow Three Drawer Dresser, 1950

By Paul McCobb

Located in Hudson, NY

Restored, clear lacquer finish. Warm yellow-orange patina on this three-drawer dresser. Chrome pulls with tarnish and wear. Drawers open nicely. One seam on top with slight separatio...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Chrome

Danish Teak Narrow Highboy Dresser / Chest of Drawers by Arne Hovmand Olsen

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H 45 in W 29 in D 16.5 in

Danish Teak Narrow Highboy Dresser / Chest of Drawers by Arne Hovmand Olsen

By Arne Hovmand-Olsen

Located in New Westminster, British Columbia

This Danish modern teak highboy dresser was designed by Arne Hovmand Olsen in the 1960s and is unusually narrow as well as with a shallow depth - so perfect for those with small spac...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Teak

18th Century English Oak Dresser Base with Straight Legs and 4 Drawers

$5,450

H 33.75 in W 65.25 in D 13.75 in

18th Century English Oak Dresser Base with Straight Legs and 4 Drawers

Located in Atlanta, GA

18th Century English Oak Dresser Base with Straight Legs and 4 Drawers

Category

Antique 18th Century English Console Tables

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Walnut Highboy Dresser by Young Manufacturing Co. MCM

$2,316Sale Price|20% Off

H 56.25 in W 42 in D 21 in

Mid-Century Walnut Highboy Dresser by Young Manufacturing Co. MCM

By Young Manufacturing Company

Located in Lake Worth, FL

For FULL item description click on "Read More" or "View More Details" below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing is from 1st Dibs and they normally s...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut, Wood

Antique English Art Deco Sterling Silver Box

$1,180Sale Price|20% Off

H 2 in W 7 in D 3.5 in

Antique English Art Deco Sterling Silver Box

By Robert Pringle & Sons

Located in New York, NY

George VI sterling silver box. Made by Robert Pringle & Sons in London in 1939. Rectangular with curved corners. Cover hinged and tabbed; top has engine-turned wave ornament and rect...

Category

Vintage 1930s English Art Deco Sterling Silver

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Tiffany American Edwardian Sterling Silver Box

$1,295

H 2.13 in W 4.25 in D 3.38 in L 2.13 in

Antique Tiffany American Edwardian Sterling Silver Box

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

American Edwardian sterling silver box, ca 1910. Rectangular with straight sides; cover hinged with gently curved top and molded rim. Engine-turned stripes in plain frames; on cover ...

Category

Early 20th Century American Edwardian Decorative Boxes

Materials

Sterling Silver

Lane Furniture 6-Drawer Tall Chest of Drawers in Rosewood & Paldao Walnut

$3,000

H 42 in W 58 in D 18 in

Lane Furniture 6-Drawer Tall Chest of Drawers in Rosewood & Paldao Walnut

By Lane Furniture, Warren C. Church

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Over my long career in the mid-century modern field, I have owned hundreds of Lane pieces. While they're all nice and I enjoy owning all of them, there are some that rise above. This...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Brass

George III Style Mahogany Sideboard

$2,750

H 36.5 in W 70.75 in D 24.75 in

George III Style Mahogany Sideboard

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Very Fine George III style Mahogany Sideboard. England, circa 1920. Dimensions: Height 36 1/2 x Width 70 3/4 x Depth 24 3/4 inches. CW5133.

Category

Vintage 1920s English George III Sideboards

Materials

Wood

Vintage American Walnut Highboy Dresser

$3,000

H 47 in W 48 in D 20 in

Vintage American Walnut Highboy Dresser

Located in Brooklyn, NY

This unique American walnut dresser features stunning vintage craftsmanship. From rounded corner tapered legs to sculpted cabinet front, this impressive ten drawer dresser offers amp...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Newly Refinished -Mid Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser by Bassett Furniture

$1,050

H 36 in W 32 in D 17.75 in

Newly Refinished -Mid Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser by Bassett Furniture

By Bassett Furniture

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage design...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

18th Century English Oak Dresser Base

$7,062

H 33 in W 82.5 in D 18 in

18th Century English Oak Dresser Base

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Very good 18th Century English oak 3 drawer dresser base. Excellent colour. 1760

Category

Antique 18th Century English Georgian Sideboards

Materials

Oak

Mid-Century Walnut Dresser by Stanley Furniture

$2,000

H 49 in W 60 in D 19 in

Mid-Century Walnut Dresser by Stanley Furniture

By Stanley Furniture

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A beautifully crafted mid-century walnut dresser by Stanley Furniture, featuring clean lines and a warm, rich wood finish. The piece offers generous storage with well-built drawers a...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Black Dresser Chest by Raymond Loewy for Mengel Furniture Co.

$2,400

H 31.75 in W 34 in D 19.25 in

Vintage Black Dresser Chest by Raymond Loewy for Mengel Furniture Co.

By Mengel Furniture Co., Raymond Loewy

Located in San Jose, CA

Mid century modern dresser chest designed by Raymond Loewy for Mengel Furniture Co. in ebonized solid oak. This piece offers plenty of storage featuring four wide drawers accessorize...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Aluminum

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser

$2,995

H 52.5 in W 42.25 in D 19 in L 52.5 in

Newly Refinished - Mid-Century Modern Walnut Highboy Dresser

By American of Martinsville

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Condition: Expertly Refinished With over 15 years of experience, our workshop has followed a careful process of restoration, showcasing our passion and creativity for vintage designs...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Steel

18th Century George III Mahogany Sideboard

$3,738

H 37 in W 65.75 in D 23.5 in

18th Century George III Mahogany Sideboard

Located in Chelmsford, Essex

For sale is a good quality George III mahogany sideboard. The sideboard has three drawers across the top, each with ring handles. These are above to bowed cupboards, one opening to r...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English George III Sideboards

Materials

Mahogany

Antique English sideboard from the early 18th century made of oak

$4,226

H 31.5 in W 63.78 in D 21.66 in

Antique English sideboard from the early 18th century made of oak

Located in Harderwijk, NL

This sideboard is a true showpiece for any lover of genuine antique items! Dating back to the 18th century, it can easily be placed in both classic and modern interiors. It is made o...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century Classical Roman Sideboards

Materials

Wood, Oak

Midcentury Ebonized Mengel Raymond Loewy Style Dresser

$720Sale Price|20% Off

H 30.75 in W 36 in D 21 in

Midcentury Ebonized Mengel Raymond Loewy Style Dresser

By (after) Raymond Loewy

Located in Pasadena, TX

Midcentury Raymond Loewy style dresser chest Midcentury dresser chest after Raymond Loewy for Mengel Furniture Co. in ebonized solid oak. This piece features three drawers with...

Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

Materials

Oak

Vintage 1960s Teak Tallboy Chest of Six Drawers, Denmark

$1,449

H 42.52 in W 27.96 in D 15.36 in

Vintage 1960s Teak Tallboy Chest of Six Drawers, Denmark

Located in BERKEL EN RODENRIJS, NL

A classic Danish tallboy chest from the 1960s, crafted in warm teak with a beautiful natural grain. The six spacious drawers are fitted with elegant curved solid teak handles that ar...

Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

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18th Century English Pine Dresser Base

$5,145

H 35.5 in W 65.5 in D 17 in

18th Century English Pine Dresser Base

Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire

Pretty 18th Century English pine 3 drawer dresser base. Very good patinated colour. 1760

Category

Antique 18th Century British Georgian Sideboards

Materials

Brass

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Mid Century Dresser Narrow For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the mid century dresser narrow you’re looking for at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, walnut and hardwood, every mid century dresser narrow was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mid century dresser narrow, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. A mid century dresser narrow, designed in the mid-century modern, Georgian or Scandinavian Modern style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. A well-made mid century dresser narrow has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Jens Risom, Johannes Andersen and Arne Wahl Iversen are consistently popular.

How Much is a Mid Century Dresser Narrow?

A mid century dresser narrow can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $5,050, while the lowest priced sells for $1,500 and the highest can go for as much as $11,500.

Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items.

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior.

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time.

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially 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. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room.

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Mid Century Dresser Narrow

What makes a dresser mid-century?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.
How many drawers does a mid-century modern dresser typically have?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Most feature 4 to 9 drawers depending on width; listings note exact drawer count and interior dimensions.
What's the difference between a mid-century modern dresser and a chest of drawers?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
"Dresser" and "chest of drawers" are generally interchangeable; mid-century modern dressers specifically feature tapered or hairpin legs, minimal hardware and warm wood tones.
What defines the mid-century modern look compared to other vintage dresser styles?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2026
Mid-century modern dressers favor tapered or hairpin legs, minimal hardware and warm wood tones, shaped largely by Scandinavian and American designers of the era.

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