18th century Swedish Serpentine Front Chest of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
An exceptional 18th century Swedish chest with beautifully carved serpentine drawer fronts with original bronze hardware and intricate carved apron on bun feet. Chest of drawers is i...
Bronze
Early 19th Century Gustavian Style Chest of Drawers, Circa 1800
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
An elegant Northern European chest of drawers in the Gustavian style, dating to approximately 1800. This refined piece is a fine example of late eighteenth- and early nineteenth-cent...
Oak
Statesville Cabinet Empire Style Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
Statesville Cabinet Company Empire Style Mahogany Chest of Drawers. Measures 36 " in width, 35" in height and 19" in depth.
Mahogany
19th Century French Transition Chinoiserie Chest of Drawers
Located in Forney, TX
We present a rare and elegantly sophisticated Louis XV - Louis XVI Transition style chinoiserie black and gold lacquered and gilt bronze mounted breakfront chest of drawers. Born in ...
Marble, Bronze
19th C. Gustavian Style Chest of Drawers w/ Brass Hardware
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Charming 19th-century French Provincial chest of drawers, crafted from solid wood and retaining a beautifully timeworn painted surface. The rectangular top sits above six drawers ar...
Brass
$3,270 / item
Gustavian Grey Painted Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
Gustavian Grey Painted Dresser, The Swedish Neo Classic style Gustavian commode with a concave front side, with paneled drawers and sides having gold leaf trim details. The two long ...
Wood
A classic pair of 19th-century Gustavian chests of drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
A pair of 19th-century classic Gustavian chests of drawers with dentil molding beneath the tops and decorative charming carvings on both drawer fronts. locks are functional, with tw...
Bronze
18th Century Large White Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
The antique white painted finish is captivating in this attractive large chest of four drawers resting on curved cabriole feet. While the paint is newer and professionally applied, i...
Brass
Swedish Gustavian Style Three-Drawer Chest with Marbleized Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian style three-drawer chest with light gray painted finish, marbleized top and fluted side posts. This Swedish Gustavian style chest is a testament to timeless elega...
Wood
Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Pine Chest of Three Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
Late 18th century Swedish Rococo chest of three drawers crafted in pine. The chest features a newer professionally applied painted finish composed of layered gray, blue, and antique ...
Brass
Small Antique Danish 18th Century Rococo Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
Small Danish rococo breakfront chest of three drawers. Crafted in oak wood and later professional painted in a light ocher yellow with a lovely patina. Denmark 1750-1760
Oak
Gray Gustavian Swedish Chest of Drawers, circa 1840-60
Located in Round Top, TX
Lovely Gustavian pine chest of three drawers with diamond accent on drawers, fluted canted sides, dentil molding and tapered fluted feet. The newer, professionally applied layered gr...
Brass
Large Oak Chest of Four Drawers, Sweden circa 1800
Located in Round Top, TX
This large antique rococo chest of four drawers features panels on each drawer, carved skirt, brass hardware pulls and rests on cabriolet feet. It has been given an exceptional new p...
Brass
19th Century Antique Italian Chest of Drawers with Marble Top
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Antique - Decoration - 19th It has five drawers and its original paint. Its particularity lies in its original color which has an authentic patina and aged appearance, giving it a un...
Marble
Gilt Chinoiserie Black Lacquer Serpentine Chest Dresser by Drexel Et Cetera
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Beautiful Chinoiserie style black lacquer and gilt three-drawer chest with by Drexel Heritage, Et Cetera Collection. Three dovetailed drawer fronts feature hand painted scenes of Asi...
Brass
French Antique Chest of Drawers, Solid Wood & Marble, c. 1750
Located in Austin, TX
Chest of drawers from France made of solid wood construction. It has been finished with a milk paint in a dove gray “Trianon” color. There are three dovetailed drawers, all with pull...
Marble
Pair of Swedish Gustavian Style Chests of Drawers, circa 1840–1860
Located in Kastrup, DK
Pair of Swedish chests of drawers executed in the Gustavian style, circa 1840–1860. Crafted in black-painted pine with a beautiful patina. Simple architectural design featuring a c...
Brass
Pair of English Regency Chests in Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Style
Located in Queens, NY
AIR of English Regency style black lacquered chest of with 7 drawers (semainier) with chinoiserie decoration (PRICED AS PAIR).
Paint, Wood
19th century French inlaid chest of drawers with faux marble top
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century French palisander chest of drawers with faux marble top circa 1870. Stunning french commode of grand proportions beautifully veneered in palisander from the rosewood fa...
Palisander, Pine
Pair of Neoclassical style leather wrapped chest of drawers
By Kreiss
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Pair of leather-wrapped statement chests with Neoclassical-Empire style busts, customized exclusively for THE TASTEMAKER SHOPPE. A chalky paint and lime wax-finish was applied to dra...
Metal
Late 18th Century Gustavian Chest of Drawers, Sweden, circa 1790
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Late 18th Century Gustavian Chest of Drawers, Sweden, circa 1790 A refined Gustavian chest of drawers from Sweden, dating to around 1790. Crafted in walnut and finished in a deep bl...
Walnut
$5,196Sale Price|20% Off
Large Raymond Loewy Inspired Yellow Chapter One Gentlemans Chest Armoire
By Ettore Sottsass, Raymond Loewy, Broyhill
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This model is nearly impossible to find. Moreover, yellow is the most sought after option. Combined with the fact that we've restored this piece to outstanding condition, we're cer...
Plastic, Hardwood
Brazilian Modern Imbuia Chest of Drawers by Móveis Cimo, Brazil, 1950s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
An iconic Brazilian modern chest of drawers produced by Móveis Cimo during the 1950s as part of a playful furniture line created for children, which included beds, armoires, chests, ...
Imbuia
18th Century George III Period Painted Secretaire Tallboy
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
Great Colour Late 18th-Century George III Painted Mahogany Secretaire Chest-on-Chest or Tallboy A late 18th-century George III painted mahogany chest-on-chest, also known as a tallb...
Brass
Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Celadon Three Drawer Dresser
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A Swedish Gustavian style three drawer chest hand painted celadon green with fluted edges to each side and tapered and fluted feet. Each drawer is adorned with round drawer pulls. T...
Wood
18th Century Swedish Oak Large White Chest of Four Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
This large antique rococo chest of four drawers features a serpentine front, decorative carved skirt, original brass hardware pulls and rests on cabriolet feet. It has been given an ...
Brass
Early 20th Century French Chest of Drawers with Exceptional Craftsmanship
Located in Atlanta, GA
A refined French chest of drawers from the early 20th century, this elegant piece exemplifies the timeless craftsmanship and understated luxury of French decorative arts. Constructed...
Wood
Early 19th Century Danish Pine Tall Chest of Six Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
Early 19th century tall chest crafted in pine and fitted with six drawers. Decorative carving accents the top two drawers and the lower skirt, while carved dentil molding runs along ...
Brass, Wrought Iron
Late 18th Century Swedish Black Bombay Chest of Three Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
It is the Bombay curves and saber feet turning gently outwards that draws one to this dramatic pine chest of drawers. Restored, strong stable and ready for use. The old but later app...
Brass
Pair of Swedish Gustavian Breakfront Chests of Drawers, Circa 1840–1860
Located in Kastrup, DK
A decorative pair of Swedish chests of drawers crafted in pine and executed in the Gustavian style. The softly weathered paintwork displays a delicate blend of celadon green and fade...
Brass
Early Painted Wood Architectural Shelf
Located in Dekalb, IL
Wall-mounted architectural shelf featuring carved wood construction with applied corbels and repeating relief pattern along the frieze. The face is decorated with a stylized motif re...
Wood
Swedish Gustavian-Style Blue Chest of Drawers with Faux Marble Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
A refined Swedish Gustavian-style chest of drawers. Crafted in pine, this piece is painted in a soft blue tone, a color popular beginning with late 19th-century Scandinavian interpre...
Wood
$5,502 / item
Louis XVI Black Painted Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
Rooted in 18th-century design, this commode features an ebony-painted case, fluted stiles, and square tapered legs, elements that echo classical French artistry. Classic brass accen...
Brass
Vintage Pair Baker French Country Louis XV Style Bachelor Chests
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely pair of Baker attributed French Country Bachelors chests. This pair has a distressed finish and does show some wear to the one of the tops-see photos. We would love to see th...
Wood
Edwardian, Adams Paint Decorated Demilune Cabinet, Inlaid Wood, 19th c.
Located in Stamford, CT
Fine demi lune commode or chest in the manner of Angelica Kauffman circa 1860.
Wood, Paint
Mid-Century Modern Kroehler Black Bachelor Chests - Set of 2
By Kroehler Mfg. Co.
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This striking pair of Mid-Century Modern Kroehler bachelor chests has been professionally refinished in a deep, satin black for a bold, contemporary look while preserving their class...
Brass
18th Century Oak Large White Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
This large antique rococo oak chest of drawers features a serpentine front, carved skirt and brass hardware pulls. It has been given an exceptional newer professional antique white l...
Brass
Late 18th Century Black Rococo Oak Chest of Five Drawers, Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
The black painted finish is striking in this attractive large oak chest of five drawers flanked by turned fluted columns, decorative carved skirt, resting on turned fluted feet. Dent...
Brass
18th Century Danish Rococo Large White Chest of Four Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
18th-century large chest of four drawers constructed of oak front and pine drawers, typical of the era. Featuring gently curved drawer fronts and a scalloped skirt with applied carve...
Brass
Rustic Handcrafted Wooden Chest of Drawers by House of Jaipur
Located in New York, NY
This handcrafted chest of drawers is a striking blend of rustic warmth and contemporary geometry. Made from solid wood and finished in a natural rustic tone, the piece features a tal...
Wood
Petite French Wood Chest with Original Marble-Top from the 19th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French small-sized commode with original marble top, from the 19th century. This antique raised chest from France features a beautiful marble top with softly-rounded edges and fron...
Marble, Metal
Brazilian Modern Patchwork Imbuia Chest of Drawers by Cimo, Brazil, 1950s
By Moveis Cimo
Located in New York, NY
A striking example of Brazilian Modern design, this rare chest of drawers was produced by Cimo and crafted in richly figured imbuia wood, one of Brazil’s most celebrated hardwoods. D...
Imbuia
Pair of Crackle Finish Three-Drawer Chests by Grandwood Furniture
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This pair of crackle finish three-drawer chests by Grandwood Furniture offers a distinctive blend of west coast craftsmanship and textural sophistication. Each chest features a sculp...
Wood
Vintage MCM Rosewood Lingerie Chest by Glenn of California
By Glenn of California
Located in Topeka, KS
Stunning vintage mid-century modern lingerie chest by Glenn of California. Comprised of rosewood, aluminum strip, and black painted sides. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that t...
Aluminum
Antique Late 19th Century English Pine Faux Bois Maple Chest of Drawers
Located in Centennial, CO
A charming late 19th century English pine faux bois painted birds eye maple chest of drawers with decorative stringing and stenciling at the corners. The paint, turnip feet, and turn...
Pine, Paint
Large Rococo Oak Chest of Drawers, Denmark circa 1770-1800
Located in Round Top, TX
This antique rococo large oak chest of drawers features a serpentine front, brass hardware pulls and is raised on a scalloped skirt base. The newer, professionally applied and layere...
Brass
19th Century Painted Cabinet
Located in East Hampton, NY
Beautifully painted faux marble carved wood cabinet in the French manner wonderful patina single drawer atop two doors.
Wood
18th century, Italian Neoclassical Lacquered Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in IT
18th century, Italian Neoclassical Lacquered Wood Chest of Drawers This neoclassical chest of drawers was made in Piedmont in the second half of the 18th century, in carved and lacq...
Wood
19th Century Swedish Black Chest of Three Drawers with Greek Key
Located in Round Top, TX
A decorative Gustavian style pine chest of drawers with dramatic painted "à La Grecque" or Greek key motif and mythical griffin on top drawer, raised on tapered feet. Restored, late...
Pine, Paint
Micheal Taylor for Baker Furniture Chest Bookcase Far East Collection
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in Germantown, MD
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Co. Far East Collection 4 piece chest of drawers / Bookcase/ Cabinet, circa 1960s. This versatile piece comes in four separate sections. Can be use...
Mahogany
American Mid-Century Mastercraft Asian Modern Brass Chest of Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A exceptional Mastercraft Asian Mid-Century Modern brass chest. Wonderful solid brass hardware corner plates etc. the chest has a gorgeous hand faux lacquered original paint in a fab...
Brass
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Gray Painted Bench Settee
Located in Round Top, TX
19th century Swedish Gustavian bench crafted in pine. Decorative hand-carved Greek key meander detailing runs along the skirt, turned finials create the sides and back, adding sculpt...
Fabric, Pine, Paint
Late 18th Century Blue Rococo Large Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
The blue painted finish is captivating in this attractive large chest of four drawers resting on curved cabriole feet. While the paint is newer and professionally applied, it complim...
Brass
Beautiful Antique Chest of Drawers, Early 20th Century, Napoleon III Style.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Beautiful antique chest of drawers, early 20th century, Napoleon III style. Antique Napoleon III style solid wood chest of drawers, early 20th century, antique assembly, painted and...
Wood
Vintage Blue Painted Pine Buffet, Belgium c. 1920
Located in Napa, CA
Very large painted buffet from Belgium. Might have been a work bench, would now make a great rustic looking addition to a dining area or kitchen. Could also be used as a commode or ...
Paint, Pine
French 1880s Rococo Style Three-Drawer Bedside Chest with Serpentine Front
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Rococo style painted bedside chest from the late 19th century, with serpentine front and three drawers. Created in France during the last quarter of the 19th century, this p...
Wood
French Chest of Drawers, Directoire Period, Carved and Patinated Wood
Located in Madrid, ES
A French Directoire chest of drawers, late 18th or early 19th century, in carved, painted and patinated wood, with a grey marble top, fluted carving decoration on the sides and geome...
Marble, Bronze
$880Sale Price|20% Off
Mid Century French Style Miniature Chest of Drawers for Jewelry
Located in Augusta, GA
Mid century miniature chest of drawers French provincial style Accented with gold leaf and decorative hardware Original key included Three locking drawers Beautiful craftsmanship Ra...
Gold Leaf
19th Century Swedish Stone Top Black Small Chest of Three Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
It is the original stone top that makes this small chest of three drawers a special find while the serpentine front adds intrigue as well. Please enlarge photos of the top to appreci...
Stone
Mid Century Art Deco Style Italian Handcrafted Pop Art Six-Drawer Chest Cabinet
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Mid-century modern Art Deco style Italian handcrafted chest cabinet, made in Italy and designed in a bold conceptual Pop Art style, combining fine furniture construction with artisti...
Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Paint
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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