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Mother of Pearl Inlaid Ebonized Commode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare and exceptional Tuscan, ebonized 4 drawer commode inlaid with gilded bronze and mother of
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Mother of Pearl Inlaid Ebonized Commode
Mother of Pearl Inlaid Ebonized Commode
H 40.5 in W 63.5 in D 27 in
Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Syrian mother of pearl inlaid wooden chest of drawers. With five drawers. The wood is profusely
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20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Chinese Black Lacquered Mother of Pearl Inlay Vanity/Chest With Mirror
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Vanity Chest. Adorned with exquisite Mother of Pearl inlay, this piece features a luxurious black lacquer
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mother-of-Pearl

Anglo Indian Mother of Pearl Chest of Drawer Handcrafted by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your home with Artisanal's exquisite white mother of pearl seven - drawer inlay chest—a
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Anglo-Indian Commodes and Chests of...

Materials

Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Anglo Indian Black Mother of Pearl Chest of Drawer Handcrafted by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your home with Artisanal's exquisite black mother of pearl four - drawer inlay chest—a
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Anglo-Indian Commodes and Chests of...

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Anglo Indian Black Mother of Pearl Chest of Drawer Handcrafted by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your home with Artisanal's exquisite black mother of pearl seven - drawer inlay chest—a
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Anglo-Indian Commodes and Chests of...

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Anglo Indian Black Mother of Pearl Chest of Drawer Handcrafted by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your home with Artisanal's exquisite black mother of pearl seven - drawer inlay chest—a
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Anglo-Indian Commodes and Chests of...

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Anglo Indian Black Mother of Pearl Chest of Drawer Handcrafted by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your home with Artisanal's exquisite black mother of pearl four - drawer inlay chest—a
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Anglo-Indian Commodes and Chests of...

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Anglo Indian Black Mother of Pearl Chest of Drawer Handcrafted by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your home with Artisanal's exquisite black mother of pearl seven - drawer inlay chest—a
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Anglo-Indian Commodes and Chests of...

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Antique 19th c English Mahogany Dresser with Ebonized Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Knob
Located in Centennial, CO
ebonized mother-of-pearl inlay knobs. The casework is solid mahogany with dovetail construction which sits
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Mahogany

Moorish Style Inlaid Bombe Commode
Located in Bradenton, FL
Camel bone and mother of pearl inlaid three drawer commode with ball turned pulls and geometric
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Late 20th Century Moorish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Moorish Style Inlaid Bombe Commode
Moorish Style Inlaid Bombe Commode
H 29.5 in W 47.5 in D 16.5 in
20th Century Wood and Faux Mother of Pearl Italian Chest of Drawers, 1970
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
, rosewood, faux mother of pearl, ebonized wood, beech and fruitwood. Dresser for bedroom or living room of
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Late 20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

1850s French Ebonized Wood Pier Cabinet w/ Gilt Bronze & Mother of Pearl Inlay
Located in Marbella, ES
Antique 1850s French ionized wood pier cabinet with gilt bronze & mother of pearl inlay decoration
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Korean Black Lacquered Miniature Chest of Drawers
Located in Astoria, NY
frieze drawers and mother-of-pearl landscape inlay. 10.75" H x 8.25" W x 9.25" D. The style of the
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Early 20th Century Korean Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood, Paint

Vintage Boho Inlay Chest of Drawers
Located in west palm beach, FL
Stunning vintage boho chest of drawers showcasing exquisite inlay craftsmanship with intricate patterns and rich detailing. This handcrafted piece blends timeless elegance with globa...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Vintage Boho Inlay Chest of Drawers
Vintage Boho Inlay Chest of Drawers
H 31.5 in W 35.5 in D 19.75 in
Antique Empire Flame Mahogany Highboy Chest of Drawers, Circa 1880s
Located in South Bend, IN
Mother-of-Pearl inlay Scotland, Circa 1880s Measures: 48.25"W x 22.88"D x 68.88"H. Very good vintage
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Mother-of-Pearl

Etoile Chest of Drawers by Chiara Provasi
By Chiara Provasi
Located in Milan, IT
maple inlays on the panels of the three drawers. The mother-of-pearl inserts and brass handle complete
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Brass

Etoile Chest of Drawers by Chiara Provasi
Etoile Chest of Drawers by Chiara Provasi
H 39.38 in W 55.12 in D 20.87 in
Art Deco Commode by Majorelle c1920
By Louis Majorelle
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
expensive veneers of walnut, maple, tulipwood and Mother of Pearl. The commode boasts a Demi lune form and
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Art Deco Commode by Majorelle c1920
Art Deco Commode by Majorelle c1920
H 35.44 in W 31.5 in D 15.75 in
Antique Louis XVI French Demilune Marquetry Chest of Drawers Stamped Tondeur
Located in Firenze, IT
, ocher, white and brown. This one of a kind magnificently inlaid commode featuring mother of pearl and
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Antique 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Charles II Inlaid Oak Chest on Frame
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine and rare Charles II period (1660-1685) oak chest on frame with etched mother of pearl and bone
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Antique 17th Century English Charles II Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak, Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Holly

Charles II Inlaid Oak Chest on Frame
Charles II Inlaid Oak Chest on Frame
H 41 in W 39.5 in D 25.5 in
Love - Red MOP Four Drawer Dressers
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Mother of Pearl Inlay Dresser, an undeniable statement piece for any
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Che...

Materials

Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Vintage Boho Inlay Chest Alf Drawers
Located in west palm beach, FL
Elevate your space with this exquisite vintage inlay chest of drawers, adorned with intricate bone or faux bone detailing and crowned with a luxurious white marble top. Handcrafted w...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Vintage Boho Inlay Chest Alf Drawers
Vintage Boho Inlay Chest Alf Drawers
H 37.5 in W 45.25 in D 19.25 in
Commode with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay by Copin
By Copin
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful commode with precious marquetry an bronze details in the manner of Jules Leleu work
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Sycamore

Large Two-Door Commode by Jules Leleu, France, 1939
By Jules Leleu
Located in New York, NY
Macassar ebony two-door commode with mother of pearl and ebony inlay by Jules Leleu (1883-1961
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Vintage 1930s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Macassar, Mother-of-Pearl, Ebony

Sumptuous Shell and Mother-of-Pearl Commode
Located in deauville, FR
species. Top covered with small squares of mother-of-pearl. Shell handles. White paint back and inside
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21st Century and Contemporary Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Sumptuous Shell and Mother-of-Pearl Commode
Sumptuous Shell and Mother-of-Pearl Commode
H 35.44 in W 22.05 in D 47.25 in
Early 1800 Ladies Perfume, Makeup and Jewelry Table with Inlaid Mother of Pearl
Located in Lakewood, NJ
This Incredibly Rare 1800 Ladies Perfume and Makeup Table with Inlaid Amber Stone Design is breathtaking in its quality and rarity. The craftsmanship is obvious from every angle. Ind...
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Antique Early 19th Century American Early Victorian Commodes and Chests ...

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Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood

Large Syrian Mother-of-Pearl Walnut Wood Chest of Drawers, Ivory color.
Located in Orlando, FL
Syrian style mother-of-pearl dresser or cabinet made in Morocco by a fine Syrian artisan. Color is
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2010s Moroccan Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Chaumiere de Coquillage Tables shell commode pair by Patine des Caraibes
By Patine des Caraibes
Located in Sarasota, FL
Pair of mother of pearl 18th century style shell encrusted French commodes chests. Custom order
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2010s American Louis XIV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Mother-of-Pearl Chest of Drawers "from the Glitter" by Kang Myun Sun, 2011
By Myung Sun Kang
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Ed# 5/5+2AP, Mother of Pearl, Black lacquered wood (2011-07)
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21st Century and Contemporary Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Mahogany Chest on Chest 19th Century with Inlaid Mother of Pearl Drawer Pulls
Located in Birmingham, AL
Mahogany Chest on Chest 19th Century with Mother of Pearl in the center of the Drawer Pulls. All
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Antique 19th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Mahogany Miniature Chest of Drawers
Located in Concord, MA
pulls and etched mother-of-pearl escutcheons, on bun feet. Dimensions: 16 x 15.5 x 8 inches.
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Antique Late 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Mother-of-Pearl

Pair of 18th Century Neapolitan Burl Walnut Parquetry Bombe Serpentine Commodes
Located in San Francisco, CA
A unique pair of 18th century Neapolitan burl walnut, mother-of-pearl, Parquetry Bombé serpentine
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Antique 18th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Antique Syrian Commode with Mother of Pearl Inlay
Located in Astoria, NY
This antique Syrian commode with detailed mother of pearl inlay features a marble top and four
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20th Century Moroccan Moorish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Chest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Chest
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Antique 19th Century Syrian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Chest
Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Chest
H 34.5 in W 49.5 in D 19.5 in
Syrian Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Chest
Located in Dallas, TX
Exquisite Syrian walnut four-drawer chest with mother-of-pearl inlays. Having graceful foliate
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Vintage 1940s Syrian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut

Stunning Encrusted Mother of Pearl Bombay Commode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 1940's bombay commode encrusted with mother of pearl shells. The mirror top has a dark antique
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Vintage 1940s Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Glass

Pearl Front Commode in Goatskin and Mother of Pearl
Located in New York, NY
Pearl Front Commode covered in highly lacquered goatskin with doors covered in mother of pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Chest of Drawers with Mother of Pearl Marquetry
Located in Palm Beach, FL
the top and sides inside a field of mother of pearl, indigenous hardwoods and bone marquetry with
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20th Century Moroccan Moorish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Pair of Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Syrian Nightstands
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous pair of Middle Eastern Syrian mother-of-pearl inlay nightstands. Handcrafted white small
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20th Century Syrian Moorish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bone, Mother-of-Pearl

Pair of Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Syrian Nightstands
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous pair of Middle Eastern Syrian mother-of-pearl inlay nightstands. Handcrafted white small
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20th Century Moroccan Moorish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bone, Mother-of-Pearl

Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlay Chest of Drawers
Located in North Hollywood, CA
drawers, walnut inlay with mother of pearl, shell and camel bone. Moorish arches and intricate Islamic and
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20th Century Syrian Moorish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bone, Mother-of-Pearl

Syrian Chest With Mother of Pearl Inlay
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful Syrian chest, extensively decorated with mother of pearl inlay, it has 5
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Vintage 1960s Syrian Moorish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Syrian Chest With Mother of Pearl Inlay
Syrian Chest With Mother of Pearl Inlay
H 59.85 in W 27.96 in D 50.4 in
Jacobean Oak and Mother of Pearl Cabinet
Located in Essex, MA
The rectangular finished top over a dentilled and panelled section over the panelled section over two panelled doors over a blind and a single door, over a long panelled door, raised...
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak, Mother-of-Pearl

Jacobean Oak and Mother of Pearl Cabinet
Jacobean Oak and Mother of Pearl Cabinet
H 53.25 in W 48 in D 19.75 in
Syrian White Mother of Pearl Inlay Wedding Dresser
Located in North Hollywood, CA
inlay with mother-of-pearl, shell, ebony and bone. Moorish arches and intricate Islamic designs. Dowry
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20th Century Moroccan Moorish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

20th Century Syrian Mother-of-Pearl-Inlaid Chest of Drawers
Located in San Marino, CA
20th century Syrian chest of drawers, made of walnut with intricate mother of pearl inlay. Features
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20th Century Syrian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Syrian White Mother-of-Pearl Inlay Wedding Dresser
Located in North Hollywood, CA
inlay with mother-of-pearl, shell and bone. Moorish arches and intricate Islamic designs. Dowry chest
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Mid-20th Century Syrian Moorish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Syrian Marble Top and Mother of Pearl Chest of Drawers
Located in Queens, NY
surface is inlaid with geometric, mother of pearl motifs and it features a distinctive serpentine
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Early 20th Century Syrian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Pair of Syrian White Mother of Pearl Inlay Wedding Dressers
Located in North Hollywood, CA
drawers, wood inlay with mother-of-pearl, shell, ebony and bone. Moorish arches and intricate Islamic
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20th Century Moroccan Moorish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bone, Mother-of-Pearl

Pair of Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlay Nightstands
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Fabulous pair of Middle Eastern Syrian mother of pearl inlay nightstands. Handcrafted wedding
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

20th Century Middle Eastern Mother of Pearl Chest, c.1900
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Antique early-20th century Middle-Eastern mother of pearl decorates the front of this beautiful
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20th Century Asian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

Syrian Chest of Drawers Inlay with Mother of Pearl
Located in North Hollywood, CA
dresser with 3 drawers, walnut inlay with mother of pearl, shell and bone. Moorish arches and intricate
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20th Century Syrian Islamic Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Walnut

Syrian White Mother of Pearl Inlay Wedding Dresser
Located in North Hollywood, CA
, walnut inlay with mother-of-pearl, shell, ebony and bone. Moorish arches and intricate Islamic designs
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20th Century Syrian Moorish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

White Syrian Wedding Chest of Drawers Inlay with Mother-of-Pearl
Located in North Hollywood, CA
inlay with mother-of-pearl, shell and bone. Moorish arches and intricate Islamic designs. Dowry chest
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20th Century Moroccan Moorish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mother-of-Pearl

White Wedding Syrian Chest of Drawers with Mother of Pearl Inlay
Located in North Hollywood, CA
dresser with 3 drawers, inlay with mother of pearl, shell and camel bone. Commode with Moorish arches and
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20th Century Syrian Moorish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bone, Mother-of-Pearl

Early 20th Century Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Chest
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful Syrian chest in great medium size. The northern of pearl inlay truly “pops” making this
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Early 20th Century Syrian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mother-of-Pearl, Wood

Japanese black lacquer chest with gold and pewter and mother of
Located in Hudson, NY
Japanese black lacquer chest with gold and pewter and mother of pearl flowering vine design. orig
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20th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pewter

French Louis XV Style Black Lacquer Commode
Located in Essex, MA
lacquer, inlaid mother of pearl and gold.
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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Antique French Secretaire Abattant Mother of Pearl 1880
Located in London, GB
XV style. This fabulous piece has beautiful Mother of Pearl, rosewood and brass marquetry
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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

18th Century Florentine Neoclassical Commode
Located in Greenwich, CT
century Florentine mother of pearl, lapis lazuli, stained bone, coral and marquetry panels attributed to
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli

Moroccan Louis XV Style Mother of Pearl Inlaid Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Moroccan Louis XV style mother of pearl inlaid bombe commode, late 20th century.
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Late 20th Century Unknown Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Abalone

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Mother Of Pearl Commode For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic mother of pearl commode available at 1stDibs. Each mother of pearl commode for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using shell, mother-of-pearl and wood. If you’re shopping for a mother of pearl commode, we have 114 options in-stock, while there are 6 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer mother of pearl commode, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A mother of pearl commode made by Art Deco designers — as well as those associated with Louis XVI — is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made mother of pearl commode over the years, but those crafted by Copin, Jules Leleu and Arcadie & Lapidouse Décorateurs are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Mother Of Pearl Commode?

Prices for a mother of pearl commode start at $95 and top out at $165,000 with the average selling for $8,850.

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 Mother Of Pearl Commode
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Korean mother of pearl is abalone shell that comes from the Republic of South Korea. There, artisans use the shimmering shell fragments to decorate wooden furniture and decorative objects using an inlay technique called najeonchilgi. Shop a variety of wood furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    A mother of pearl spoon is a small spoon made of natural material specially used for serving and eating caviar. These spoons are handmade from mother of pearl shells found near the coast of Vietnam. On 1stDibs, you will find a range of mother of pearl spoons from different periods and in unique designs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mother of pearl inlay furniture is a chair, table or case good usually made out of wood and embellished with fragments of oyster or mussel shells called mother of pearl. Furniture makers make carvings into the furniture and then carefully add the cut mother of pearl. On 1stDibs, find a range of mother of pearl inlay furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mother of pearl spoons are made of nacre. Nacre, often referred to as mother of pearl, is a composite material that some mollusks produce as an inner shell layer. Nacre is the same material that pearls are made of. Spoons can be made entirely of mother of pearl, just the handle or additional ornamentation. Find a collection of vintage and contemporary mother of pearl spoons on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mother of Pearl can be worn daily, in fact, the natural oils from your skin can help to retain the luster of your piece. However, avoiding excess cosmetics, perfumes or soaps is advisable for the optimal care of your Mother of Pearl. Shop a collection of Mother of Pearl pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mother of pearl furniture is crafted with pieces of mother of pearl delicately inlaid in the wood. The wood itself is usually overlaid with veneers, often in a rich dark tone to complement the lighter appearance of the mother of pearl. Browse a collection of mother of pearl furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 22, 2024
    Yes, men can wear mother-of-pearl watches. In fact, there are many men's watches that feature mother-of-pearl dials. Examples include the Rolex Datejust 36 Mother of Pearl, the Breitling Galactic 41 Mother of Pearl Dial, the Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Mother of Pearl and the Tissot Le Locle Mother of Pearl. There are no rules when it comes to men's watches, so feel free to wear any timepiece that appeals to you. Explore a variety of mother-of-pearl watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    No, most experts say you shouldn't wear Van Cleef & Arpels mother-of-pearl jewelry or any other fine jewelry in the shower. Although water may not damage a piece, chemicals in soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner and other toiletries may harm mother-of-pearl and precious metals. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry.

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