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Pair Mid-Century Tiered Limed Wood Chests
Located in Bridgeport, CT
feet, the front legs with a cylindrical stretcher. In a classic mid-century style limed finish (Which
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Pair Mid-Century Tiered Limed Wood Chests
Pair Mid-Century Tiered Limed Wood Chests
$6,200 / set
H 32 in W 38 in D 19.5 in
Pair of Cerused Mid Century Chest of Drawers
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Pair of Cerused Mid Century Chest of Drawers. A three drawer construction with an off white cerused
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Antique Mid-19th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests...

Materials

Wood

Pair of Cerused Mid Century Chest of Drawers
Pair of Cerused Mid Century Chest of Drawers
$5,900 / set
H 29 in W 36 in D 16 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Walnut Chests
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful pair of vintage modern chests have three drawers ensuring plenty of space of storage
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Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Walnut Chests
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Walnut Chests
$2,500 / set
H 32.25 in W 40 in D 18.25 in
Pair of French Mid-Century Walnut Inlaid Chests
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of French Mid-Century walnut inlaid 3-drawer chests. Each drawer having two square shaped
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Pair of French Mid-Century Walnut Inlaid Chests
$15,800 / set
H 30.75 in W 36 in D 20 in
Pair Of Baker Mid-Century Bleached Four Drawer Chests
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Bradenton, FL
Beautiful pair of Baker Company mid-century modern bleached mahogany four drawer chests with brass
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair of American of Martinsville Mid-Century American Chests
By American of Martinsville
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of Mid-Century American teak chests each having two breakfront doors with an incised
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair of American of Martinsville Mid-Century American Chests
Pair of American of Martinsville Mid-Century American Chests
$16,000 / set
H 34.5 in W 38.5 in D 22 in
Mastercraft Pair of Mid Century Brass Chests on Stands
By Mastercraft
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chic pair of vintage two drawer chests on stands having a stylized modern campaign form and drawer
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Mid-20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mastercraft Pair of Mid Century Brass Chests on Stands
Mastercraft Pair of Mid Century Brass Chests on Stands
$16,700 / set
H 33.5 in W 33 in D 17 in
Mid-Century Pair of Florence Knoll Chests of Drawers
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Baltimore, MD
Remarkably iconic rare pair of walnut Mid-Century cabinets/ dressers by Florence Knoll, for Knoll
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Laminate, Walnut

Mid-Century Pair of Florence Knoll Chests of Drawers
Mid-Century Pair of Florence Knoll Chests of Drawers
$6,595 / set
H 29.5 in W 36 in D 19.5 in
Pair of Mid Century Swedish Carved and Painted Gustavian Chests
Located in Dallas, TX
Discover the charm of classic Swedish design with this pair of mid-century Gustavian chests. Each
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Pair of Walnut Tall Chest Dressers Mid-Century Modern
By Jack Cartwright, Founders Furniture Company
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely pair of matching tall dresser chests by Jack Cartwright for Founders, circa 1957. The top
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Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Steel

Pair Of Mid-Century Teak Chests By Giuseppe Brusadelli, 1960
Located in Westport, CT
A Modernist pair of matte walnut finished teak chests comprised each of four drawers supported by
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Pair Of Mid-Century Teak Chests By Giuseppe Brusadelli, 1960
Pair Of Mid-Century Teak Chests By Giuseppe Brusadelli, 1960
$12,600 / set
H 28.25 in W 25.5 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Black Lacquer Mahogany Mid-Century Modern Bachelor Chests
By George Nelson, John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern black lacquer mahogany bachelor chests dresser by John Stuart.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Raymond Loewy for Mengel Cerused Mid-Century Modern Chests, Pair
By Mengel Furniture Co.
Located in Kennesaw, GA
! This is a pair of bachelor’s chest designed by Raymond Loewy for Mengel Furniture. They have a clean
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Pair of Northern Italian Mid-18th Century Walnut Chests
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An elegant pair of Northern Italian mid 18th century walnut chests. The pair are raised by circular
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Antique 18th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Pair of Northern Italian Mid-18th Century Walnut Chests
Pair of Northern Italian Mid-18th Century Walnut Chests
$13,000 / set
H 31.75 in W 24.5 in D 14.5 in
Mid 20th Century Vintage Heywood Wakefield Chest of Drawers - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A true icon of American design, this exceptional pair of Mid-Century Modern chests by the legendary
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Mid-20th Century American Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...

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Birch

Fabulous Pair Drexel Campaign Chest Oxford Square Mid-Century Modern
By Drexel
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Fabulous pair of extremely rare Campaign chests by Drexel for the Oxford Square Collection. We
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Fabulous Pair Drexel Campaign Chest Oxford Square Mid-Century Modern
Fabulous Pair Drexel Campaign Chest Oxford Square Mid-Century Modern
$3,080 Sale Price
20% Off
H 21 in W 32 in D 19 in
Fabulous Pair of French "Fluted Column" Custom Painted Chests, Mid-Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
with a wash of blue over it. This pair of stylish mid-century French side chests would work well
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Mid-20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Teak Chests with Marble Tops
Located in New York, NY
Pair of structural Mid-Century Modern chest of drawers/nightstands with ebonized frame and grey
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Teak Chests with Marble Tops
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Teak Chests with Marble Tops
$3,800 / set
H 28.5 in W 28 in D 16 in
Pair Cerused Bachelor Chests Mid-Century Raymond Loewy for Mengel
By Mengel Furniture Co., Raymond Loewy
Located in Dallas, TX
by Raymond Loewy for Mengel. Each a four-drawer bachelors chest, of solid wood construction, have
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Gold

Mid Century Modern Chest Of Drawers Paul Mccobb For Planner Group - Pair
By Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid Century Modern Chest of Drawers Paul McCobb for Planner Group - Pair This Mid Century Modern
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Brouer Rosewood Chest of Drawers - a Pair
By Brouer Mobel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Incredible pair of vintage Rosewood chests of drawers. Made by the MCM iconic Brouer group
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Pair of Widdicomb Modern American Mid-Century Walnut Three Drawer Chests
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century walnut commodes / chests with three drawers and round brass drawer
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal, Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Chests, Dressers Bedside Stands, Opposing, Refinished
By John Stuart
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern chests, dressers bedside stands, opposing, refinished A pair of
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Fantastic Pair Baker Modern Asian Tansu Bachelors Chest Chinoiserie Mid-Century
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Amazingly beautiful pair of Japanese Tansu bachelors chests by Baker. Dark stained oak with
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Fantastic Pair Baker Modern Asian Tansu Bachelors Chest Chinoiserie Mid-Century
Fantastic Pair Baker Modern Asian Tansu Bachelors Chest Chinoiserie Mid-Century
$4,400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 27.25 in W 38 in D 19.5 in
Pair of Mid-Century style Grey Night Stands or Chest of Drawers
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of Mid Century style night stands or Commodes with gray glass and brass frame and legs. Each
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Art Glass

Pair of Mid-Century style Grey Night Stands or Chest of Drawers
Pair of Mid-Century style Grey Night Stands or Chest of Drawers
$8,986 / set
H 29.73 in W 28.35 in D 15.75 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Chests Manufactured by Kittinger, 1940s
By Kittinger
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Pair of Mid-Century Modern Chests with Greek Key motive. Manufactured by Kittinger, The Mandarin
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Vintage 1940s Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Pair Ebonized Mahogany Mid Century Modern Deco Style Bachelor Chest Dresser MINT
By Dorothy Draper, Tommi Parzinger
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Ring Pulls Ebonized Mahogany Mid Century Modern Deco Style Bachelor Chest Dresser MINT!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Mid 20th Century Louis XV Venetian Style Chest and Pair of Chairs
Located in Basildon, GB
Mid 20th Century Louis XV Venetian Style Chest and Pair of Chairs, not a strictly matching set but
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Mid-20th Century British Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Handsome Pair Asian Style John Widdicomb Bachelors Chests Mid-Century Modern
By John Widdicomb
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome pair of John Widdicomb Asain style bachelors chests. These are fine examples of the level
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Handsome Pair Asian Style John Widdicomb Bachelors Chests Mid-Century Modern
Handsome Pair Asian Style John Widdicomb Bachelors Chests Mid-Century Modern
$4,800 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 32.5 in W 36.25 in D 21 in
Pair of Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Black Lacquer Low Chests by Kittinger
By Kittinger
Located in New York, NY
This bold and thoughtfully composed Pair of Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Low Chests in Black
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Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Lacquer

Pair of Mid-Century Blond Four Drawer Chests with Round Brass Hardware
By Paul Frankl, Brown Saltman
Located in St. Louis, MO
Nice pair of Mid-Century Modern bleached mahogany four drawer bachelors chests with round brass
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mid-Century White Oak Morgan Style Five Drawer Tall Chests
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of mid-century white oak Morgan chests with five drawers mounted with scroll design brass
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20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal, Brass

Pair of Edward Wormley Mid-Century Walnut and Leather 7-Drawer Chests
By Edward Wormley
Located in Queens, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century 7-drawer chests with walnut veneer, and drawers in graduating size
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Walnut

Pair of Mid-Century Black Lacquer and Lucite Small Chests of Drawers
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Mid-Century chest of drawers with a black lacquer finish, raised decorative lucite drawer
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Lucite, Wood, Glass

Pair of Two-Tone Mid-Century Modern Art Deco Bachelor Chests Dressers
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of stunning Mid-Century Modern "Left and Right" three-drawer cabinets bachelor chests dressers
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Ebony Lacquered Chests, Dressers, Brass, American
By Maison Jansen
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Ebony Chests, Lacquered dressers, Brass Pulls A Fine Pair of Recently
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Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes / Chest of Drawers Circle of Gio Ponti, Pair
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian Mid-Century Modern chests of drawers / dressers or commodes from the circle of Gio
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

PAIR OF MID CENTURY MODERN RENATO ZEVI CHESTS OF DRAWERs MARGARET THATCHER HOME
By Renato Zevi
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
highly collectable pair of original Mid Century Modern Renato Zevi hand made in Italy Chests of drawers
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass, Chrome

Amazing Pair of Milo Baughman Rosewood Brass Bachelors Chest Mid-Century Mod
By Milo Baughman
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Gorgeous and rare pair of Milo Baughman rosewood and brass bachelors chests. Unusual lighter
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Amazing Pair of Milo Baughman Rosewood Brass Bachelors Chest Mid-Century Mod
Amazing Pair of Milo Baughman Rosewood Brass Bachelors Chest Mid-Century Mod
$3,400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 28.5 in W 36 in D 18 in
Pair of French Mid-Century Chests of Drawers, Crème and Faux Marble Finish
Located in Southampton, NY
Pair of French Mid-Century chest of drawers, crème color base with brown faux marble tops in the
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Mid-20th Century European Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Pair of French Mid-Century Chests of Drawers, Crème and Faux Marble Finish
Pair of French Mid-Century Chests of Drawers, Crème and Faux Marble Finish
$9,750 Sale Price / set
22% Off
H 32 in W 47 in D 19 in
Pair of Dorothy Draper for Heritage Espana Chests / Commodes, Mid-Century Modern
By Dorothy Draper, Heritage-Henredon
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of Heritage Espana Chests by Dorothy Draper, Stamped, Mid Century Modern A pair of stunning
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Vintage 1950s American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair of Mid-19th Century Mahogany Tall Chests of Drawers attributed to Gillow
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
A Fine Pair of Mahogany Wellington Chests Attributed to Gillows Constructed using a superb Cuban
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern, Nightstands, Chests, Black Lacquer, Brass, USA, 1970s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Mid-Century Modern, Chests of Drawers, Black Lacquer, Brass, USA, 1990s Pair of sleek clean mid
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Wood

Pair John Widdicomb Chests
By John Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
Pair John Widdicomb Walnut and Brass Chests. The chests are walnut with four pull-out drawers
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair John Widdicomb Chests
Pair John Widdicomb Chests
$11,500 / set
H 32.5 in W 36 in D 20.5 in
Pair, 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Black Chest of Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of elegant Gustavian pine chest of drawers with brass pulls on each drawer. Three drawers
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair, 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Black Chest of Drawers
Pair, 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Black Chest of Drawers
$8,250 / set
H 29.5 in W 37.75 in D 17.5 in
Pair of 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Chests in Blue Tones
Located in Kastrup, DK
A refined pair of Gustavian-style chests of drawers, crafted in Sweden circa 1840–1860. Made from
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage modern chest of drawers with accenting wood sides and top. Chrome handles with black trims
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Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Dressers
$3,000 Sale Price / set
25% Off
H 30 in W 30 in D 19.5 in
Pr. Mid Century Mt. Airy Janus Series Bachelors Chests c 1960's
By National Mt. Airy
Located in New York, NY
Chic pair of Mid Century Bachelors chests by Mt. Airy as part of the Janus Collection series, circa
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Paul McCobb Planner Group Mid-Century Modern Bachelor Chests, Newly Refinished
By Planner Group, Paul McCobb
Located in South Bend, IN
An iconic pair of Mid-Century Modern bachelor chests or large beside chests By Paul McCobb for
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Style Painted Dressers
Located in Westwood, NJ
Introducing our gorgeous Mid-Century style painted dresser, a chest that will bring a touch of
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Commodes and...

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Wood

Pair of Mid-Century Style Painted Dressers
Pair of Mid-Century Style Painted Dressers
$8,288 / set
H 34 in W 40 in D 19 in
Pair Vintage Arched Teak Lingerie Chests
Located in Brooklyn, NY
finish adds timeless Mid-Century appeal. A beautiful blend of form and function. Please confirm pickup
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Mid-20th Century Asian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak, Wood, Hardwood

Pair Vintage Arched Teak Lingerie Chests
Pair Vintage Arched Teak Lingerie Chests
$700 / item
H 51.5 in W 15.25 in D 10.25 in
Pair of Mid-Century Style Burl Dressers
Located in Westwood, NJ
Mid-century style burl dressers with four drawers each with polished brass turned knobs with a hand
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Commodes and...

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Brass

Pair of Mid-Century Style Burl Dressers
Pair of Mid-Century Style Burl Dressers
$8,640 / item
H 34 in W 40 in D 19 in
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Pair of Pinewood Chests - Antique Commodes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 19th Century, antique pair of light-grey Swedish Gustavian chests made of hand crafted painted
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal, Bronze

French Pair Wooden Side Chests w/Marble Tops & Brass Accents, Mid 20th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French pair of painted wood side chests, with marble tops and brass accents, from the mid 20th
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Mid-20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

19th Century Pair of White Painted Swedish Gustavian Chest of Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of decorative pine Gustavian chest of drawers with canted fluted side posts with upper
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

18th Century Pair of Chest Of Drawers Southern Germany Cherrywood Firegilded
Located in Epfach, DE
furniture. Baroque chests of drawers from the mid-18th century are known for their lavish ornamentation and
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Antique Mid-18th Century German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair of 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Chests in Coral Red
Located in Kastrup, DK
A pair of Gustavian style chests, crafted from pine and painted in an elegant coral red color. Each
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair of 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Chests in Coral Red
Pair of 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Chests in Coral Red
$6,882 / set
H 30.71 in W 32.29 in D 17.72 in
French Wooden 2-Drawer Raised Side Chest w/Expandable Top, Mid 20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French side chest with expandable top from the mid 20th century. This vintage chest from France
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Mid-20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

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Pair Mid Century Chest For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal pair mid century chest for your home. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, every pair mid century chest was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a pair mid century chest, we have 2200 options in-stock, while there are 24 modern editions to choose from as well. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer pair mid century chest, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A pair mid century chest is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in mid-century modern, Hollywood Regency and louis xv styles are sought with frequency. You’ll likely find more than one pair mid century chest that is appealing in its simplicity, but T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Baker Furniture Company and Edward Wormley produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Pair Mid Century Chest?

The average selling price for a pair mid century chest at 1stDibs is $4,651, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $625,725 for the highest priced.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets 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.

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