A Pair of Three Drawer Commodes Dorothy Draper Style, 1950s
By Dorothy Draper
Located in Dallas, TX
The most well-known, the España Bunching chests designed by Dorothy Draper in the 1950s at the request of the Spanish government who sought to raise the profile of Spanish design in ...
Gold
$7,996Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair Hand-Made Custom French Bronze Mounted Cherry and Ebonized Commodes
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This exquisite pair of hand-made French commodes exemplifies fine craftsmanship and timeless sophistication.
Marble, Bronze
Pair, 18th Century Italian Large Green Painted Bombay Chest of Drawers Commodes
Located in Round Top, TX
This stunning pair of Italian rococo commodes retains their remarkable original green painted finish highlighted in gold and burnished red bringing out the carved details.
Brass
$3,996Sale Price / set|42% Off
Superb Pair Cottage Chic Paint Decorated Soft White Swedish Gustavian Commodes
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This superb pair of Swedish Gustavian style commodes embodies the timeless elegance and rustic charm associated with Scandinavian design.
Walnut
Pair of Henredon Four Centuries Provincial Oak Commode Bedside Chest of Drawers
By Henredon
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Henredon Four Centuries Collection Provincial Style Oak Commodes, Bedside Chests of Drawers.
Oak
Pair Swedish Gustavian Breakfront Commodes in Original Gray Paint, 19th c.
Located in Wichita, KS
A beautiful pair of Swedish Gustavian breakfront chests from the 19th century, framed by dentil molding. There are three drawers with brass hardware. The corner posts are canted and ...
Wood, Paint
$5,959Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Fantastic French Rococo Bombe Distressed Off-white Painted Commodes
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This pair of fantastic French Rococo bombe distressed off-white painted commodes embodies the timeless beauty and fluid elegance of 18th-century Rococo design.
Walnut
Dublin Marquetry Bedside Commodes
By Jonathan Sainsbury
Located in Sturminster Marshall, Dorset
A fine pair of bedside or pier commodes with three draws, finely inlaid and resting upon tapered legs.
Mahogany, Satinwood
Pair of 21st Maooron Lacquered Commodes or Bedside Tables Biedermeier Style
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of small commodes or night tables in Biedermeier style, in maroon colour or winw colour, with two drawers The commodes are a handmade production. made our craftsman cabinrmaker ...
Brass
Pair of Hostetler Custom Faux Painted Marble-Top Commodes or Nightstands
By Hostetler
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of Hollywood Regency labeled 'Hostetler' faux painted Louis XV style cabinets or chests. Each having shaped custom quality marble tops over a single paneled door flanked by se...
Wood
Pair Of Italian 18th Century Transitional St. Walnut And Ormolu Commodes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome and high quality pair of Italian 18th century Transitional st. Walnut and Ormolu commodes.
Ormolu
$21,485Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Art Deco Orange Marble, Off White Commodes, 20th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
An Art Deco Chest of Drawers in Chocolate Brown wood color, with Orange Marble top and three off white (color reference: #F2F0EF) lacquer high-gloss finish drawers This streamline Co...
Marble, Brass
Pair of Davis Cabinet Co. Cherry Octogonal Commodes or Side Tables
By Davis Cabinet Company
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Davis Cabinet Co. Cherry Octogonal Commode Side Tables Cabinets.
Cherry
Louis XVI Style, Demilune Commodes, A Pair, Inlaid, Bronze, France, 19th c.
Located in Stamford, CT
A Pair of Louis XVI Style, Demilune Commodes, Marquetry Inlay, Bronze, France, 19h c.
Bronze
19th Century Pair of Marble Top Bombe Shaped Chests or Commodes
Located in Dublin, IE
A very rare pair of 19th Century marble top mahogany chests or commodes of bombe form.
Marble
Pair of Art Deco French Commodes with Bronze and Ebonized Trim
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Art Deco French (bedside) commodes in rectangular form with a shaped, molded ebonized trim enclosing an inset glass top, two fitted hinged doors with bronze lip pulls reveali...
Wood
Striking Pair of Textural Bamboo and Cane Marquetry Commodes, circa 1975
Located in Atlanta, GA
A breathtaking meticulously restored pair of bamboo marquetry commodes, circa 1970. Stout mahogany case construction veneered in diagonally applied reed bamboo with cane accents.
Bamboo, Mahogany, Cane
Pair of Charles X Inlaid Burl Maple and Black Marble Commodes
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Charles X two-door commodes with burl maple veneer and inlaid marquetry trim and having bronze keyholes and a single top drawer under a black round edged rectangular marble t...
Marble, Metal, Brass
20th Century Italian Pair of Large Antique Arte Povera Pine Floral Commodes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A late 20th Century, antique Italian pair of large chests in the Arte Povera technique, made of hand-crafted, painted Pinewood, in good condition.
Metal
Pair of Italian 19th Century Charles X Period Mahogany & Maplewood Commodes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning pair of Italian 19th century Charles X period Mahogany and Maplewood inlaid commodes.
Mahogany, Maple
Gorgeous Mahogany Cane Commode by John Hutton for Donghia - Pair Available
By Donghia, John Hutton
Located in Atlanta, GA
There is a match pair of chests available. A magnificent rare organic commode from the limited production Merbau collection designed by the esteemed John Hutton (1947-2006) for Dong...
Cane, Mahogany
Sophisticated Pair of Restored Vintage Art Deco Commodes by Widdicomb, c 1948
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisite pair three-drawer Art Deco commodes by Widdicomb, circa 1948.
Brass
Pair of Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Mahogany and Marble Commodes
Located in London, GB
Pair of Louis XV style ormolu-mounted mahogany and marble commodes.
Marble, Ormolu
Pair of French Art Deco Burl Walnut and Marble Bedside Commodes
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of French Art Deco burl walnut bedside commodes with maple trim and grey marble tops (PRICED AS Pair)
Marble
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Style Wood and Brass Italian Commodes
Located in Ibiza, Spain
This pair of Mid-Century Modern style Italian commodes showcases a classic design from the 1950s, featuring solid wood construction accented with brass.
Brass
$7,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of Louis XIV-Style Mahogany Inlaid Marquetry Commodes, 19th Century
Located in Houston, TX
This pair of French commodes exhibit exceptional marquetry inlay of the finest woods portraying a chinoiserie scene.
Mahogany, Rosewood
Louis XVI Hollywood Regency Jansen Style Commodes, Mint Commodes / Nightstands
By Maison Jansen
Located in Stamford, CT
Louis XVI Hollywood Regency Jansen Style Mint Green Commodes / Nightstands Pair of Maison Jansen style Hollywood Regency marble top mounted Mint Green Painted Commodes or Nightst...
Marble, Bronze
Pair Italian, Tuscany, Rococo Period Walnut & Inlaid Bedside Commodes, mid 18thc
Located in Atlanta, GA
having serpentine shaped marble tops above conforming cases housing two drawers, the drawers with line inlaid darker walnut details, raised on flared cabriole legs
Walnut
Pair of Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Walnut Commodes with Marquetry
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine pair of Neoclassical walnut commodes with serpentine form, 4 drawers, marquetry on front and sides.
Walnut
Exquisite Pair of Vintage Art Deco Commodes with Tulip Pulls by Widdicomb
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
A exceptional pair of difficult to source three ( 3 ) drawer commodes by Widdicomb, circa 1940.
Brass
Mid-Century Modern James Mont Greek Key Inspired Chests Commodes Cabinets - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of recently painted James Mont inspired three drawer chests or cabinets. Each chest has a large scale brass pull. They are unmarked and in very good condition.
Brass
$6,000Sale Price / set|20% Off
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.
Ormolu, Bronze
$23,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Pair of French Commodes with Marble Tops and Extensive Ormolu Mounts
Located in Houston, TX
French commodes with ormolu mounts with marble in shades of cream and Pale violet. Bronze ormolu mounts decorate these commodes in a lovely Design. Each commode has two drawers and...
Wood
Pair of Early 20th C. Olive Wood Patched Veneer Bombay Commodes
Located in North Miami, FL
These rare olive wood veneer patchwork commodes in a waxed natural finish, provide ample storage with two large bottom drawers and 2 smaller upper drawers. The olive wood has been s...
Olive
Dazzling Rattan, Cane and Brass Commode by Tommi Parzinger - Pair Available
By Willow and Reed, Tommi Parzinger
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent commode is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. Thi...
Brass
Pair of antiques fine French Bombe Commodes with Elaborate Bronze Mounts
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of fine French commodes with bronze dore mounts with original patina in brilliant hue The cross matched kingwood veneers exhibit fine workmanship.
Wood
Beautiful Restored Pair of Bamboo and Cane Parquetry Commodes, circa 1975
Located in Atlanta, GA
The chests may be aligned to serve as a credenza. A stunning restored pair of commodes, circa 1975. Expertly crafted mahogany case construction veneered in parquetry cane.
Bamboo, Cane, Mahogany
Pair of Gilt Bronze-Mounted Tulipwood and Amaranth Marble-Top Commode
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional pair of gilt bronze-mounted bas satin tulipwood and amaranth commode with serpentine fronted marble-top above a single frieze drawer and two long sans transverse.
Bronze
Pair of French 19th Century Louis XVI St. Patinated Wood Commodes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A charming and most elegant pair of French 19th century Louis XVI st. patinated wood and faux painted marble commodes.
Wood
Pair of Venetian Glass and Gilt Matching Commodes or Dressers from Europe
Located in Highwood, IL
Pair of Incredible Venetian Glass Gilt Commodes or Dressers from Europe.
Gold, Gold Leaf
A fine pair of walnut 19th century Louis Philippe marble top commodes
Located in Dallas, TX
A very fine pair of French Louis Philippe walnut marble top commodes.
Carrara Marble
Pair Vintage Ebonized and Gilt Louis XV Style Brass Mounted Commodes By Bodart
By Jacques Bodart
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions: 32 inches high x 42 inches wide x 19 inches deep A sophisticated and highly decorative pair of vintage Louis XV style commodes by the renowned furniture maker Jacques Bo...
Brass
Antique Rare Fine Pair of French Marquetry and Gilt Bronze Mounted Commodes
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique fine French rare pair of early 20th century mahogany, fruitwood marquetry and gilt bronze mounted commodes In the Louis XVI Style, after the original model of the commode com...
Bronze, Other
Exceptional Pair of Modern Commodes by American of Martinsville, circa 1950
By American of Martinsville
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent pair of commodes is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation r...
Mahogany
Henredon French Rococo Louis XV Oak and Silver Gilt Marble Top Commodes, Pair
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial or French Rococo Louis XV style commodes or dresser chests By Henredon USA, Late 20th Century Solid carved white oak, with silver gilt details...
Marble, Brass
Elegant Caramel Cane and Brass Commode by Tommi Parzinger- Pair Available
By Tommi Parzinger, Willow and Reed
Located in Atlanta, GA
Retains the Maker mark. There are a pair of these chests available. The price listed is for one (1) chest.
Brass
Magnificent Rare Modern Commode by John Stuart, circa 1940 - Pair Available
By John Stuart
Located in Atlanta, GA
This majestic commode has undergone a meticulous complete restoration.
Brass
Sophisticated Art Deco Style Cane Commode by Bielecky Brothers- Pair Available
By Bielecky Brothers
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. Ther...
Brass
Pair of 20th Century French Regence' Black Lacquer and Gilt Bronze Commodes
Located in Dallas, TX
Gorgeous pair French Regence' style commodes painted in a piano black lacquer with gilt bronze hardware and details.
Bronze
Pair Available- Breathtaking Restored Art Deco Commode by Widdicomb, circa 1938
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent commodes are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. ...
Brass
Pair of French Louis XVI Style Mid 20th Century Leather Covered Commodes
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of French Louis XVI style leather wrapped commodes with bronze mounts.
Bronze
Pair of Minimalist Nightstands Consoles Commodes 2 by Atelier Bachmann Walnut
By Atelier Bachmann, Andreas Bachmann
Located in Berlin, DE
A beautiful pair of nightstands designed by Yuzo Nakamura-Bachmann, handcrafted in Germany. These nightstands are made out of solid American Walnut and brass handles. Finished with ...
Brass
Pair of Italian 18th Century Walnut Four-Drawer Commodes with Bookmatched Veneer
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Italian 18th century walnut commodes with bookmatched veneer, four drawers and petite carved feet.
Brass
Pair of French Regency Mahogany Foliage Urn Ormolu Cabinet Commodes, Circa 1815
Located in Charleston, SC
Pair of French Regency book matched mahogany foliage urn ormolu commodes with flanking brass knob single drawers, brass handle cabinets with interior shelf, and resting on squared br...
Ormolu, Brass
pair of Italian late 18th century Venetian st. Walnut and Bronze commodes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome pair of Italian late 18th century Venetian st. Walnut and patinated Bronze commodes.
Bronze
Pair Of Italian 19th c. Louis XVI St. Tulipwood, Fruitwood, & Mahogany Commodes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and finely detailed pair of Italian 19th century Louis XVI st. Tulipwood, ebonized Fruitwood, Mahogany and white Carrara marble commodes.
Marble
pair of Italian 18th century Louis XVI st. Tulipwood and Kingwood commodes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A sensational and most impressive pair of Italian 18th century Louis XVI st. Tulipwood and Kingwood commodes.
Kingwood, Tulipwood
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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