18th Century South German Rococo Painted Commode Munich Gilt Royal House Bavaria
Located in Epfach, DE
This is a rare and exceptionally well-preserved two-door southern German Rococo commode from the 18th century. It still has its original cream-colored finish with gilding, as well as...
Bronze
Vintage Italian Ebonized Chinoiserie Style Brass Mounted Paint Decorated Commode
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Ideal for use as a bedroom chest, entryway commode, or statement accent cabinet, this piece offers both functionality and strong visual presence.
Metal
Italian Hand-Painted 2-Drawer Chest, Hidden Tray, 1990s
Located in Dallas, TX
Notable Features Hand-painted Italian craftsmanship with a decorative artisan finish. Two smoothly operating drawers plus a concealed hidden top tray. Compact design ideal for bed...
Paint
Pair of French Vernis Martin Style Hand-Painted Commodes, Signed A. Mancini
By Antonio Mancini
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of French Vernis Martin style painted commodes, each having marble tops over single doors with pained scenes framed by bronze mounts. Painting signed A Mancini and Kaufman. Su...
Ormolu, Bronze
Swedish Gustavian-Style Painted Chest of Drawers, 20th Century
Located in Shippensburg, PA
SWEDISH GUSTAVIAN-STYLE PAINTED CHEST OF DRAWERS Northern European, 20th Century 39 1/4" H x 21 1/4" D x 44 1/2" W A reproduction of the Gustavian period carefully executed in the ...
Brass
18th C. French Louis XV Carved & Painted Wood Serpentine Commode
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XV carved and painted wood serpentine commode from the 18th century.
Wood
Neoclassical Ivory & Sand Painted Chest of Drawers, Niermann Weeks
By Niermann Weeks
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A neoclassical hand-crafted chest of six drawers in a tall, rectilinear case finished in a softly distressed painted surface, lending an elegant, timeworn patina. The drawer configur...
Wood
Fine Pair English Satinwood Adams Style With Paint Decoration 1920s Era Commodes
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Measures 30 tall x 26.25 wide x 15.25 deep. An exceptionally elegant pair of English satinwood Adams Style painted commodes dating from the 1920s, these remarkable cabinets beautifu...
Satinwood
19th Century Hand-Painted Pine Chest of Drawers, Regency Style
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An English 19th century painted pine chest of drawers made in the Regency taste with delightful acanthus illustrations for a Neoclassical touch. Smooth khaki paint aged to a tactile ...
Pine, Paint
Italian Commode from the 1950s, Painted and Gilded, Very Well-Made
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Beautiful Italian Commode from the 1950s, Painted and Gilded, very Well-Made. Contact us before ordering to confirm product availability.
Wood
Small 18th Century Blue-Painted Baroque Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
A small blue-painted Baroque chest of drawers with a serpentine front and three drawers, each featuring original locks and keyhole brass fittings. Beautifully restored by a conserva...
Oak
Antique Italian Painted Chest with New Polished Nickel knobs
Located in Wichita, KS
Antique Italian painted chest from early 1900s. The hardware has been updated with large knurled nickel knobs. The piece sits on tapered legs, typical of that period of time. The ...
Nickel
Single Royal Blue and Parcel-Gilt Decorated Bombay Commode or Chest
Located in Stamford, CT
Royal blue and parcel-gilt decorated Bombay commode, nightstand or chest. This fine hand painted dramatic commode or chest are simply stunning done in the Bombay Louis XV style.
Wood, Giltwood
Painted Chest of Drawers, George III, England, 18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Light gray-painted chest of drawers from the George III period, featuring five drawers and shaped bracket feet. The finish is newly applied but has been antiqued to create a timeworn...
Softwood
Neoclassical Hand-Painted Chest of Drawers with Brass Fittings
Located in Greding, DE
Neoclassical commode with two drawers and round brass fittings, set on tapered, fluted legs. The brick-red finish is new and antiqued with patina. The top plate is accented in dark g...
Brass
Kittinger White Painted Tall 5 Drawers Chest Dresser
By Tommi Parzinger, Kittinger
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Kittinger painted dresser with dowel pulls. This is in distressed condition. Refinishing recommended.
Birch
Louis XVI chest of drawers with rose painted color
Located in Kastrup, DK
Louis XVI chest of drawers with rose painted color on the body. Top plate painted black. Under the top plate, wood-carved round rings. 3 drawers with brass fittings, legs with rhombu...
Brass
Continental Antique Louis XVI Style Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Continental Antique Louis XVI Style painted chest of drawers, 19th century. With a rectangular faux marble top, 3 graduated drawers with scrolling vine decoration, sides with scrolli...
Wood, Paint
Salmon Painted Italian Chest, Solid Wood, Dovetailed Drawers, 1910
Located in Austin, TX
Chest from Italy featuring the original salmon colored paint and a wonderful patina. The paint has wear consistent with age and shows a beautiful, warm golden undertone beneath. It i...
Wood, Paint
Swedish Gustavian Painted Two-Drawer Chest With Carved Laurel Swags
Located in Houston, TX
A charming Swedish Gustavian two-drawer chest dating to the late 18th century, distinguished by its elegant neoclassical ornamentation and beautifully timeworn painted surface. The ...
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century French Dresser Commode Chest of Drawers Marble Top Bronze
Located in Miami, FL
Early French 1920s hand-painted two-drawer commode with Marble Top. The drawers have brass pulls and gilded bronze conner coverings hardware at the corners in Neoclassical Design. F...
Marble, Brass
Gustavian Hand-Painted Chest of Drawers, 19th Century Sweden
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Gustavian Chest of Drawers, Sweden, 19th Century A beautifully proportioned Gustavian chest of drawers from 19th-century Sweden, showcasing the hallmark simplicity and lightness of...
Softwood
19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Chiffoniere ~ Commode with Carrara Marble
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century French Louis XVI Painted Chiffoniere ~ Commode with Carrara Marble is a true marvel of the cabinetmaker's art! Hand-crafted from solid French walnut which was still in ...
Carrara Marble
Vintage Neoclassical Italian Chest, Hand Painted, Faux Marble Top
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage Neoclassical style hand painted two drawer Italian chest with faux marble top. Each drawer has a carved wood swag detail and the sides have a carved urn. Drawers are lined wi...
Wood, Paint
Vintage Italian Patina Hand Painted Trellis Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover the allure of Italian craftsmanship with this exquisite vintage chest of drawers, a true embodiment of Neoclassical charm. This piece captivates with its meticulously hand-p...
Metal
Blue Faux Bamboo Tall Narrow Painted Jewelry Lingerie Chest
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Solid and charming best describe this 4 drawer faux bamboo painted in Gustavian blue. This versatile piece could function well in a foyer, bathroom, bedroom storing lingerie and jewe...
Metal
Cassettone - Rare 18th Century Italian Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Rio De Janeiro, BR
This exquisite 18th-century Italian chest of drawers is a remarkable example of rustic elegance and craftsmanship. Its original hand-painted decoration immediately draws the eye, sho...
Wood
White-Painted Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, circa 1825
Located in Greding, DE
Painted Biedermeier chest of drawers featuring three drawers, raised on tapering square legs with a slightly projecting top. The front is articulated by side pilasters. The chest has...
Spruce
Vintage Regency Faux Painted Malachite Mirrored Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Unleash a wave of unapologetic glamour with this spectacular vintage Hollywood Regency chest. A true work of decorative art, this piece masterfully combines antiqued églomisé mirror ...
Malachite
19th Century German Painted Chest of Drawers with Doors, circa 1860
Located in Berlin, DE
A charming German painted cabinet dating from around 1860, featuring an unusual arrangement of three drawers concealed behind two panelled doors. The restrained architectural design ...
Pine, Paint
Hand-Painted Italian 19th C. Petite Serpentine Chest
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian smaller-sized serpentine chest of drawers, with hand-painted floral embellishments, from the 19th century.
Wood
Louis XV Style Painted Bombe Marble Top Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Louis XV style painted bombe chest of drawers with marble top, circa 1930's. With a marble top with a serpentine shaped front edge, two drawers with brass hardware, bombe sides, cabr...
Marble, Brass
$1,160Sale Price|20% Off
Faux Bamboo Blue Painted Four Drawer Chest of Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Lots of detail on this sturdy chest of drawers. This four drawer faux bamboo chest has been painted in a Gustavian shade of blue. Very versatile piece that could be used in a living ...
Metal
$16,000Sale Price|55% Off
Unique Italian 18th Century Hand Painted Louis XV Commode Cassone Marchigiano
Located in Encinitas, CA
Unique Italian 18th century hand painted Louis XV "Cassettone" Marchigiano from the Center of Italy region of Marche Italy, circa 1740. Important, unique Italian commode with incredi...
Gold Leaf
Pair of 19th century Swedish hand painted chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Pair of 19th century Swedish hand painted chest of drawers circa 1890. Pair of Swedish commodes that have been stripped back and re-painted in the gustavian taste.
Pine
Antique French Country Chest of Drawers Nightstand Painted Black
Located in Round Top, TX
This delightful antique chest of drawers has been given new life with a recent black painted finish. Note in the photos the slight distressing which compliments its age and brings ou...
Wood, Paint
Venetian Hand Painted and Gilt Figural Pagoda Two Drawer Commode, Circa 1780
Located in Charleston, SC
Venetian hand painted and gilt figural pagoda two-drawer commode with scalloped edge top, gilt carved shell form handles, and resting on a scalloped edge floral skirt with the origin...
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
19th Century French Painted Wood Chest with Faux-Marble Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French painted wood, raised two-drawer chest from the 19th century. This antique chest from France features a slightly overhanging faux-marble painted top, with case beneath consis...
Wood, Paint
Italian Hand-Painted Serpentine 3-Drawer Side Chest, Mid 20th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian Neoclassical style, small-sized, hand-painted serpentine chest, from the mid 20th century. This vintage chest from Italy has a shallow serpentine design which is echoed do...
Wood, Paint
$4,350Sale Price|25% Off
Antique Grain Painted Chest of Drawers, Maine, Circa 1830
Located in Hudson, NY
Absolutely beautiful, circa 1830's, grain painted, graduated chest of drawers. Likely from Maine or possibly Vermont , the workmanship is absolutely beautiful . From the fully turned...
Wood, Pine, Paint
Italian Hand-Painted Chest with Faux Marble Top
Located in Dallas, TX
Notable Features: Hand-painted Italian chest from the 1990s. Curved bombe-style front with fretwork carving. Faux marbleized Venetian cream top. Three spacious storage drawers. ...
Marble
19th Century Baroque Chest, Hand-Painted Softwood, Antique Style
Located in Greding, DE
Large spruce chest with cut-out frame and panels on the front and lid. The grey-beige painting with diamond pattern is new and has an antique patina.
Softwood
19th Century French Louis XVI Style Carved and Painted Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
This 19th Century French Louis XVI style commode features intricate carvings and a painted finish, adding a touch of antique elegance to any space. The piece exudes a regal charm wit...
Wood
Distressed Louis XV–Style Painted Chests, Antiqued Mirror Tops, France
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A graceful and refined pair of Louis XV–style painted chests, finished in a soft, patinated cream with gilt accents and topped with stunning antiqued mirrors that have developed a ri...
Mirror, Wood, Paint
Provincial Hand Painted English Chest of Drawers with Writing Slope
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
A characterful late 18th / early 19th century country chest of drawers with integral writing slope, constructed in pine and oak and retaining its original hand-painted surface. The ...
Oak, Pine
Gustavian, Swedish Commodes, Beige Paint Distressed, Brass, Sweden, 19th C.
Located in Stamford, CT
Gustavian, Swedish Commodes, Beige Paint Distressed, Brass, Sweden, 19th C. Stunning pair of step up commodes or nightstands having three diamond designed drawers on tapering turned...
Wood
French Louis XVI 18th Century Painted Two-Drawer Commode with Fluted Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI period painted two-drawer commode from the late 18th century, with fluted accents and bronze hardware. Born in France at the end of King Louis XVI's reign, this pa...
Wood
Fine Quality English Carved and Paint Decorated Commode Sideboard Buffet
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This fine quality English carved and paint decorated commode sideboard buffet showcases exceptional craftsmanship, combining intricate carvings with elegant painted floral motifs. De...
Satinwood
18th Century Italian Venetian Painted Yellow Commode with Decoupage Decoration
Located in Atlanta, GA
18th Century Italian Venetian Painted Yellow Commode with Decoupage Decoration & 2 Drawers
Wood
Painted Chest Decorated With Burning Hearts, Transformed Into A Counter
Located in PARIS, FR
An antique Austrian wedding chest, crafted from softwood, showcases original polychrome paintings with intricate floral motifs and flaming hearts, traditional symbols of love and pro...
Wood
18th Century George III English Satinwood & Hand Painted Side Cabinet / Commode
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine George III satinwood and hand painted side cabinet, the superstructure with central mirror backed arch display case, flanked by painted panelled doors on either side. The...
Satinwood
Small Danish Gustavian Chest of Drawers in Original Coral Paint
Located in Kastrup, DK
Small Louis XVI / Gustavian chest of drawers in pine with its original coral-red paint and subtle traces of gilding on mouldings and carved details. Architecturally composed with cl...
Brass
$1,046Sale Price|20% Off
Lovelly Painted Chest Of 4 Drawers French Provincial Style
Located in Crawley, GB
Lovelly Painted Chest Of 4 Drawers French Style , the beautiful white ash whith gold makes this vintage chest unique ! Don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. Please ...
Brass
Louis XVI, Hollywood Regency, Commodes, Black Painted Wood, Bronze, Marble
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
Louis XVI, Hollywood Regency, Commodes, Black Painted Wood, Bronze, Marble Pair of traditional Louis XVI style cabinets in the manner of Maison Jansen. Each example featuring three ...
Marble, Bronze
French Louis XIV Style Gray Painted Commode, Late 19th Century
Located in New York, NY
A late 19th Century Louis XIV style French commode with later gray paint. Brass pulls and escutcheons on three drawers. Darker gray painted top. Please note of wear consistent with age.
Wood
Suzanne Geismar Giltwood Blue & White Paint Decorated Commode/Television Cabinet
By Suzanne Geismar
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Suzanne Geismar Giltwood Blue & White Paint Decorated Commode / Television Cabinet. With remote activated lift. Additional information: Materials: Giltwood, Paint Color: Cream Brand...
Giltwood
Pair of Antique Italian Rococo Style Parcel Gilt Paint Decorated Commodes
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Richly adorned with parcel gilt detailing, hand-painted accents, and elaborate sculptural ornamentation, these remarkable commodes embody the opulence and refinement that have made I...
Textile, Wood
Pair of Swedish Neoclassical Black Painted Chests of Drawers, 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A handsome pair of Swedish Neoclassical chests of drawers featuring a dark black painted finish with warm, naturally worn edges and brass hardware. Each chest is fitted with three gr...
Wood
Smal Swedish Chest of Drawers (19th Century, Gustavian-Style, Painted)
Located in Kvidinge, SE
Breathe timeless European charm into your home with this stunning Gustavian-style three-drawer chest. Painted in a beige color featuring a beautifully weathered, distressed finish. ...
Brass
$3,124Sale Price|20% Off
Abstract Painted Baroque Style Commode in Black and White, Felix Bachmann, 2024
By Felix Bachmann
Located in Berlin, DE
The Abstract Painted Baroque Style Commode in Black and White by Felix Bachmann (2024) is a striking fusion of classical elegance and modern abstraction. This three-drawer commode fe...
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.
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