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Pair of Nightstands / Small Cabinets by Frank Lloyd Wright for Henredon
By Frank Lloyd Wright
Located in Dallas, TX
A pair of mahogany chests or nightstands designed by Frank Lloyd Wright for Henredon.
Category

Vintage 1950s Night Stands

Materials

Mahogany

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
Category

Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of 18th Century Mahogany Chests
Located in New Orleans, LA
A pair of 18th-century mahogany chests with bronze sphinx feet are striking and luxurious pieces of
Category

Antique 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Pair of 18th Century Mahogany Chests
Pair of 18th Century Mahogany Chests
$44,310 / item
H 38 in W 53 in D 24 in
Pair of 18th C. Mahogany Chests
Located in London, GB
This lovely pair of 18th Century mahogany chests feature 3 graduating drawers with ornate brass
Category

Antique 18th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Pair of 18th C. Mahogany Chests
Pair of 18th C. Mahogany Chests
$2,729 Sale Price / set
40% Off
H 15 in W 22 in D 15 in
Mahogany Chest of Drawers by Dunbar, a pair
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Hudson, NY
A simple and classic pair of drawers by Dunbar. Mahogany finish with clean lines, defined angles
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Mahogany Chest of Drawers by Dunbar, a pair
Mahogany Chest of Drawers by Dunbar, a pair
$6,300 / set
H 29.5 in W 27 in D 18 in
Pair of 19th Century English Mahogany Campaign Chests
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 19th century English Campaign chests. The chests are mahogany, has ball feet with brass
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Pair of 19th Century English Mahogany Campaign Chests
Pair of 19th Century English Mahogany Campaign Chests
$21,000 / set
H 33 in W 40 in D 17 in
Pair of English Traditional Style Mahogany Nightstand Chests
Located in North York, ON
Pair of English Traditional Style Mahogany Nightstand Chests. Newly made in the USA, featuring
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Pair of English Traditional Style Mahogany Nightstand Chests
Pair of English Traditional Style Mahogany Nightstand Chests
$11,920 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 32.25 in W 36 in D 20 in
Pair of Mahogany Bow Front Chests by Century Furniture
By Century Furniture
Located in Toledo, OH
Pair of mahogany bow front 3-drawer chests by Century Furniture. The chests feature banded
Category

20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Pair of Mahogany Bow Front Chests by Century Furniture
Pair of Mahogany Bow Front Chests by Century Furniture
$11,000 / set
H 40 in W 34 in D 20.5 in
Restored American of Martinsville 6 Drawer Chest- Pair Available
By American of Martinsville
Located in Atlanta, GA
displays beautiful patina. Retains the maker mark. There are a pair of these chests available. The price
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Pair of 1920's Serpentine fronted mahogany Jewellers chest of drawers
Located in Malton, GB
These are an exceptional quality pair of chests that were found in a silversmiths from Birmingham
Category

Early 20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Antique Scottish Late Victorian Mahogany Collector’s Chests
Located in Glasgow, GB
A good quality pair of late 19th century solid mahogany collector’s or specimen chests with trade
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Pair of Rosewood and Mahogany Chests by Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Pair of tailored chests designed by Harvey Probber, having rosewood drawer fronts, tops and sides
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Rosewood

Pair of Rosewood and Mahogany Chests by Harvey Probber
Pair of Rosewood and Mahogany Chests by Harvey Probber
$5,000 / set
H 31 in W 36.25 in D 19 in
Tommi Parzinger Cerused Mahogany Chests, Pair
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in New York, NY
Pair of midcentury classic chest of drawers featuring cerused mahogany cases and matte eggshell
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Tommi Parzinger Cerused Mahogany Chests, Pair
Tommi Parzinger Cerused Mahogany Chests, Pair
$26,000 / set
H 34 in W 36 in D 16.5 in
Pair of Mahogany Military Campaign Chests on Stands or Tables
Located in Dallas, TX
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of modern military campaign chests mounted on
Category

Vintage 1970s Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Pair of Mahogany Military Campaign Chests on Stands or Tables
Pair of Mahogany Military Campaign Chests on Stands or Tables
$6,950 / set
H 27.25 in W 18.75 in D 12.75 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.
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Stellar Restored Nakashima Style American of Martinsville 6 Drawer Chest - Pair
By American of Martinsville
Located in Atlanta, GA
unusual series. Excellent Restored Condition. There are currently a pair of these chests available
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

A Pair of Victorian Mahogany & Brass Campaign Chests With Brass Hardware
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Pair of Victorian 19th Century Mahogany & Brass Campaign Four Drawer Chests With Brass Hardware
Category

Antique 19th Century British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

A Pair of Victorian Mahogany & Brass Campaign Chests With Brass Hardware
A Pair of Victorian Mahogany & Brass Campaign Chests With Brass Hardware
$5,535 Sale Price / set
44% Off
H 30.91 in W 12.41 in D 19.3 in
Pair of Ebonized Mahogany Three Drawers Narrow Chests End Side Tables
By Knoll, John Stuart
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern black lacquer three drawers large end tables or bachelor chests or
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Period Empire Mahogany and Gilt Chest of Drawers, Denmark, circa 1800
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Danish late 18th Century pair of period empire chest of drawers. This rare pair was recently found
Category

Antique Early 1800s Danish Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Period Empire Mahogany and Gilt Chest of Drawers, Denmark, circa 1800
Pair of Period Empire Mahogany and Gilt Chest of Drawers, Denmark, circa 1800
$12,400 Sale Price
29% Off
H 30.5 in W 25.75 in D 15.75 in
Rare Pair of Geo II Chest on Chests
Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB
A one off pair of Geo II mahogany chest on chests of compact size, the flat tops with moulded edges
Category

Antique 1750s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Oak

Rare Pair of Geo II Chest on Chests
Rare Pair of Geo II Chest on Chests
$25,504
H 65.5 in W 39 in D 25 in
Pair of French 19th Century Mahogany, Gilt and Red Marble Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A pair of French commodes in the Louis XV manner. Constructed in mahogany, dressed with gilt
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Pair of Ebonized Mahogany 4 Drawers Bachelor Chests w/ Gallery Tops Restored
By Dunbar Furniture, Harvey Probber
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of ebonized espresso mid century modern American bachelor chests dressers with gallery tops
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Near Pair of Marble Top Chests of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A near pair of Gustavian style mahogany and brass mounted chests of drawers, with a shaped marble
Category

Vintage 1920s Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Brass

Near Pair of Marble Top Chests of Drawers
Near Pair of Marble Top Chests of Drawers
$17,232
H 28.55 in W 33.67 in D 17.72 in
Pair Early 20th Century Manor House Mahogany Bachelor's Secretary Chest
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Early 20th Century Chipp3ndale style Manor House Furniture Mahogany Bachelor's Flip top
Category

Early 20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Pair of English Campaign Chests
By Shapland & Petter
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive pair of English antique five drawer campaign chests crafted in mahogany in a two piece
Category

Early 20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique Pair of English Campaign Chests
Antique Pair of English Campaign Chests
$10,800 / set
H 40 in W 36 in D 19 in
Stunning Pair Baker Furniture Hepplewhite Mahogany Bow Front Bachelors Chests
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Pemberton, NJ
A stunning pair of Hepplewhite style bow front chest of drawers by Baker Furniture. The top has a
Category

Mid-20th Century American Hepplewhite Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Stunning Pair Baker Furniture Hepplewhite Mahogany Bow Front Bachelors Chests
Stunning Pair Baker Furniture Hepplewhite Mahogany Bow Front Bachelors Chests
$4,400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 32 in W 34 in D 18 in
Pair Drexel Provincial Serpentine Mahogany Partial Gilt and Cream Bedside Chests
By Drexel
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of mid Century Drexel Provincial Style Serpentine Mahogany Partial Gilt and Cream painted
Category

Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Hardwood, Mahogany, Paint

Pair John Widdicomb Co. George III Style Block Front Mahogany Chests
By John Widdicomb
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair of John Widdicomb Co. George III Style Block Front Mahogany Bedside Chests / Nightstands
Category

Mid-20th Century American George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Leather Front Chests by Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Dallas, TX
A matching pair of leather front mahogany chests designed by Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern.
Category

Vintage 1950s Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

Pair of Leather Front Chests by Tommi Parzinger
Pair of Leather Front Chests by Tommi Parzinger
$14,000 / set
H 34 in W 44 in D 18.75 in
Vintage Coastal Trellis Rattan Mahogany Tall Chests - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional pair of vintage 1950s Coastal chest of drawers. Beautiful and tall Mahogany cabinets
Category

Mid-20th Century American Bohemian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

A Fabulous Pair of 19th Century Bedside Chests
Located in Dublin, IE
A fabulous pair of 19th Century mahogany bedside chest, finely hand carved, of exceptional quality
Category

Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

A Fabulous Pair of 19th Century Bedside Chests
A Fabulous Pair of 19th Century Bedside Chests
$2,348 / set
H 31.25 in W 17.75 in D 14.5 in
Pair Ebonized Mahogany Mid Century Modern Deco Style Bachelor Chest Dresser MINT
By Tommi Parzinger, Dorothy Draper
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Ring Pulls Ebonized Mahogany Mid Century Modern Deco Style Bachelor Chest Dresser MINT!
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Large Pair of Five Drawer Bedside Chests
Located in Dublin, IE
A gorgeous pair of 19th Century mahogany bedside chests of large proportions, finely hand carved
Category

Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

English Mahogany Brass Pull Hardware Bachelor's Chests
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Introducing a classic pair of English Mahogany Bachelor's Chests featuring traditional design
Category

Antique 19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century Neat Size Pair of Bedside Chests
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine pair of early 20th Century richly patinated mahogany and kingwood bedside chests of
Category

Early 20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Early 20th Century Neat Size Pair of  Bedside Chests
Early 20th Century Neat Size Pair of  Bedside Chests
$2,348 / set
H 28.75 in W 12.25 in D 11.25 in
Tall Pair of Antique Nightstands, English, Chest of Drawers, Bedside, Victorian
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a pair of antique nightstands. An English, mahogany bank of drawers or bedside pedestals
Category

Antique 1860s British Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Chest of Drawers, Nightstands
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautifully crafted chest of drawers by Edward Wormley for Dunbar. These are mahogany and feature 5
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Italian Chests in the Manner of Gio Ponti
By Gio Ponti
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Italian chests in the manner of Gio Ponti. Has the original brass handles and brass sabots
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Maple

Pair of Italian Chests in the Manner of Gio Ponti
Pair of Italian Chests in the Manner of Gio Ponti
$31,000 / set
H 31 in W 38 in D 20.5 in
Exceptional Pair of Modern Commodes by American of Martinsville, circa 1950
By American of Martinsville
Located in Atlanta, GA
meticulously restored pair of cream lacquer chests from a rare series by American of Martinsville, circa 1950
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

20th Century Pair of Marquetry Inlaid Marble Top Bedside Chests
Located in Dublin, IE
A fabulous pair of 20th Century richly patinated, well figured mahogany and kingwood marquetry
Category

20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Ormolu

Pair of Chest of Drawers by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller
By Herman Miller, Gilbert Rohde
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A pair of three drawer chests, designed by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller in the the 1930's
Category

20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Naugahyde

Pair of Chest of Drawers by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller
Pair of Chest of Drawers by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller
$8,500 / set
H 34.5 in W 44.5 in D 18.5 in
Pair Of Louis XVI Style Mahogany Petit Commodes
Located in Essex, MA
With shaped top and conforming marble with brass 3/4 gallery over three brass mounted drawers with keys. Circular tapered legs ending on brass sabot feet. The sides of case are shape...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Brass

Pair Of Louis XVI Style Mahogany Petit Commodes
Pair Of Louis XVI Style Mahogany Petit Commodes
$6,800 / set
H 31.38 in W 29 in D 15.5 in
Pair of Italian 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Chests
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mahogany, Maplewood, Olivewood ebonized Fruitwood and ormolu chests. The his and hers pair of three drawer
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Ormolu

Pair of Italian 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Chests
Pair of Italian 19th Century Neo-Classical St. Chests
$54,500 / set
H 33.25 in W 31.25 in D 21 in
Pair of Brutalist Mahogany Two Drawer Bedside Tables
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of Brutalist mahogany bedside tables with two drawers and high back panels with a geometric
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Pair of Brutalist Mahogany Two Drawer Bedside Tables
Pair of Brutalist Mahogany Two Drawer Bedside Tables
$9,500 / set
H 53 in W 27 in D 19 in
Tommi Parzinger Charak Leather Clad Chests of Drawers, Pair Circa 1950s
By Tommi Parzinger, Charak Furniture Company
Located in Miami, FL
Tommi Parzinger Charak Leather Clad Chests of Drawers, pair Circa 1950 Offered for sale is an
Category

Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Gilbert Rohde Chic Pair of Chests with Upholstered Drawer Fronts 1940s
By Herman Miller, Gilbert Rohde
Located in New York, NY
Pair of beautifully crafted chest of drawers in mahogany with boxed upholstered drawer fronts by
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Ultrasuede, Mahogany

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. This
Category

Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

pair of Italian 19th century Fruitwood, Mahogany, Giltwood, Marble commodes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Fruitwood, Mahogany, Giltwood and Ormolu commodes. This exceptional pair of chests are raised by cylindrical
Category

Antique 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Carrara Marble, Ormolu

Georgian Design Pair of Antique Bedside Chest of Drawers & Brass Batwing Handles
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Elegant Pair of Matching English Antique Four Drawer Bedside Chests with Batwing Brass Handles on
Category

20th Century British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Pair of Donald Deskey Streamlined Art Deco Chests, USA, Circa 1930s
By Donald Deskey
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of Donald Deskey Streamlined Art Deco Chests, USA, Circa 1930s A striking matched pair of Art
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Pair of Lacquer Glazed Dark Mahogany Three-Drawer Commodes
By United Furniture Corporation
Located in Chicago, IL
Excellent pair of three-drawer commodes by United Furniture of Lexington N.C, circa 1930s. Bleached
Category

Vintage 1930s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Lacquer, Mahogany

Pair of Lacquer Glazed Dark Mahogany Three-Drawer Commodes
Pair of Lacquer Glazed Dark Mahogany Three-Drawer Commodes
$3,000 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 33.5 in W 29.75 in D 20.5 in
Antique Pair of French Louis XV Style Marble Top Inlaid Chests
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive pair of French 19th century chests crafted in exotic woods including mahogany and
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Brass

Gorgeous Pair of 20th Century Bedside Chests in the Georgian Manner
Located in Dublin, IE
A gorgeous pair of 20th Century mahogany bedside chests in the Georgian manner. The moulded top
Category

20th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Asian 4 Drawer Chest of Drawers Night Stands, Nickel Plated Hardware, Pair
Located in Miami, FL
Asian 4 Drawer Chest of Drawers Night Stands, Nickel Plated Hardware, Pair Offered for sale is a
Category

Late 20th Century Asian Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Nickel

A Pair of Gustavian Style Chests Painted in a Blue/Grey
Located in New York, NY
A timeless pair of painted Swedish-style dressers with four spacious drawers each and brass pulls
Category

20th Century Unknown Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

A Pair of Gustavian Style Chests Painted in a Blue/Grey
A Pair of Gustavian Style Chests Painted in a Blue/Grey
$2,500 / item
H 33.5 in W 47 in D 20 in
A fine pair of Russian light mahogany and brass inlayed commodes
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine pair of mahogany and brass hand hammered commodes.
Category

Early 20th Century Baltic Baltic Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

A Very Fine Pair of Large 19th Century Bow Fronted Bedside Chests
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine pair of 19th Century mahogany bow fronted bedside chests of grand proportions
Category

Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

NVIN0531 PAIR Vintage Theodore Alexander Gentleman’s Chests
Located in Annville, PA
From Niagara Furniture a PAIR Vintage Theodore Alexander Gentleman’s Chests in excellent original
Category

1990s North American Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

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Pair Of Mahogany Chests For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of pair of mahogany chests available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct pair of mahogany chests — often made from wood, mahogany and metal — can elevate any home. We have 582 antique and vintage pair of mahogany chests in-stock, while there are 2 modern editions to choose from as well. Pair of mahogany chests have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of pair of mahogany chests to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Georgian and Louis XVI pair of mahogany chests are of considerable interest. Many pair of mahogany chests are appealing in their simplicity, but Edward Wormley, Dunbar and Baker Furniture Company produced popular pair of mahogany chests that are worth a look.

How Much are Pair Of Mahogany Chests?

Pair of mahogany chests can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $5,500, while the lowest priced sells for $495 and the highest can go for as much as $275,000.

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.

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