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19th Century Swedish Empire Style Painted Black Chest
19th Century Swedish Empire Style Painted Black Chest

19th Century Swedish Empire Style Painted Black Chest

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautiful 19th century Swedish Empire style painted black chest with decorative bronze hardware

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19th Century Swedish Black Antique Chest

Materials

Bronze

Late 18th Century Black Chest of Three Drawers
Late 18th Century Black Chest of Three Drawers

Late 18th Century Black Chest of Three Drawers

Located in Round Top, TX

The black painted finish is striking in this oak chest of three drawers resting on curved cabriole

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Late 18th Century Danish Rococo Black Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

Gustavian Swedish Black Chest on Chest, early 19th Century
Gustavian Swedish Black Chest on Chest, early 19th Century

Gustavian Swedish Black Chest on Chest, early 19th Century

Located in South Salem, NY

The early 19th-century Swedish Chest on Chest is a captivating and functional piece of furniture

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Early 19th Century Swedish Black Antique Chest

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swedish Black Chest of Three Drawers with Greek Key
19th Century Swedish Black Chest of Three Drawers with Greek Key

19th Century Swedish Black Chest of Three Drawers with Greek Key

Located in Round Top, TX

painted in layered black finish with contrasting gray, distressed to fit the age of this handsome chest of

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Black Antique Chest

Materials

Pine, Paint

Antique Chest in Black, Germany
Antique Chest in Black, Germany

Antique Chest in Black, Germany

Located in Dusseldorf, DE

Antique German open chest/box in black from approximate 1860 presumably for the storage of music

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19th Century German Black Antique Chest

Materials

Wood, Oak

18th Century Wooden Chest with Black Lacquer
18th Century Wooden Chest with Black Lacquer

18th Century Wooden Chest with Black Lacquer

Located in Kastrup, DK

Original 18th century wooden chest with black lacquer. Edges with iron band, lid covered with iron

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18th Century Chinese Qing Black Antique Chest

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century Black & Gilt Japanned Chinoiserie Chest On Stand
Early 20th Century Black & Gilt Japanned Chinoiserie Chest On Stand

Early 20th Century Black & Gilt Japanned Chinoiserie Chest On Stand

Located in Norwich, GB

A fabulous black & gilt Japanned Chinoiserie chest on stand. English. Circa 1920. A very

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Early 20th Century English Chinoiserie Black Antique Chest

Materials

Pine

Chest of Drawers Black Baroque Period Sweden
Chest of Drawers Black Baroque Period Sweden

Chest of Drawers Black Baroque Period Sweden

Located in New York, NY

Chest of Drawers Black Baroque Period Sweden. A chest of drawers made during the baroque period

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Late 17th Century Swedish Baroque Black Antique Chest

Materials

Wood

Black Japanned Chest of Drawers
Black Japanned Chest of Drawers

Black Japanned Chest of Drawers

$2,800Sale Price|20% Off

Black Japanned Chest of Drawers

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

English Japanned chest of drawers with three small drawers over three long drawers. The legs are

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1890s English Anglo-Japanese Black Antique Chest

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Baroque Black Lacquer Chest Of Drawers, 19th Century
Baroque Black Lacquer Chest Of Drawers, 19th Century

Baroque Black Lacquer Chest Of Drawers, 19th Century

Located in Lisbon, PT

A richly walnut black lacquer refinished commode chest of drawers with a scalloped top and corners

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19th Century Portuguese Baroque Black Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

Japanese Antique Black Storage Box / Blanket Chests / 1800-1868s Wabi-sabi
Japanese Antique Black Storage Box / Blanket Chests / 1800-1868s Wabi-sabi

Japanese Antique Black Storage Box / Blanket Chests / 1800-1868s Wabi-sabi

Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture

This is a Japanese black wooden storage box. It is probably from around the Edo period. It is one

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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Black Antique Chest

Materials

Wood, Cedar

Baroque Black Lacquer Chests of drawers, 19th Century
Baroque Black Lacquer Chests of drawers, 19th Century

Baroque Black Lacquer Chests of drawers, 19th Century

Located in Lisbon, PT

A remarkable black lacquer refinished commode with brass hardware, two small upper drawers and two

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19th Century Portuguese Baroque Black Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

Large 18th Century Danish Black Oak Chest of Drawers
Large 18th Century Danish Black Oak Chest of Drawers

Large 18th Century Danish Black Oak Chest of Drawers

Located in Round Top, TX

Large 18th Century Danish Black Oak Chest of Drawers Large 18th-century Danish oak chest of drawers

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Late 18th Century Danish Rococo Black Antique Chest

Materials

Wood, Oak

Baroque Style Black Lacquer Chest of Drawers, 19th Century
Baroque Style Black Lacquer Chest of Drawers, 19th Century

Baroque Style Black Lacquer Chest of Drawers, 19th Century

Located in Lisbon, PT

This 19th century portuguese black color varnish refinished chest of drawers showcases exquisite

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19th Century Portuguese Baroque Black Antique Chest

Materials

Walnut

French Empire Period Chest w/Black Accents
French Empire Period Chest w/Black Accents

French Empire Period Chest w/Black Accents

Located in Atlanta, GA

A French Empire period commode, with black and brass accents, from the early 19th century. This

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Early 19th Century French Empire Black Antique Chest

Materials

Wood

Late 19th Century Black Swedish Serpentine 4 Drawer Chest
Late 19th Century Black Swedish Serpentine 4 Drawer Chest

Late 19th Century Black Swedish Serpentine 4 Drawer Chest

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Late 19th Century chest of drawers painted in black. This classic Gustavian commode or dresser is a

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Late 19th Century Scandinavian Gustavian Black Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

19th Century Oak and Iron Banded Silver Chest  This lovely silver chest
19th Century Oak and Iron Banded Silver Chest  This lovely silver chest

19th Century Oak and Iron Banded Silver Chest This lovely silver chest

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

19th Century Oak and Iron Banded Silver Chest This lovely silver chest is very heavy, it has iron

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19th Century Victorian Black Antique Chest

Materials

Oak

19th Century Black Baroque Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden
19th Century Black Baroque Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden

19th Century Black Baroque Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden

Located in Round Top, TX

Antique baroque chest of three drawers from Sweden, circa 1800's. The black painted finish has been

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Early 19th Century Swedish Baroque Black Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

Baroque Style Black Lacquer Chest of Drawers, Late 19th Century
Baroque Style Black Lacquer Chest of Drawers, Late 19th Century

Baroque Style Black Lacquer Chest of Drawers, Late 19th Century

Located in Lisbon, PT

This rare 19th century black color varnish refinished chest of drawers features a cabriolet skirt

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Late 19th Century Portuguese Baroque Black Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

Baroque Style Black Lacquer Chest of Drawers Oratory, 19th Century
Baroque Style Black Lacquer Chest of Drawers Oratory, 19th Century

Baroque Style Black Lacquer Chest of Drawers Oratory, 19th Century

Located in Lisbon, PT

A decorative black lacquer refinish chest of drawers oratory, featuring two bodies, two doors, and

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Late 19th Century Portuguese Baroque Black Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

Mid-19th Century Black Gustavian Chest of Drawers, Sweden
Mid-19th Century Black Gustavian Chest of Drawers, Sweden

Mid-19th Century Black Gustavian Chest of Drawers, Sweden

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Mid-19th Century chest of drawers painted in black. This classic Gustavian commode or dresser is a

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Mid-19th Century Scandinavian Gustavian Black Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

French Neoclassical Period 3-Drawer Chest, Black w/Brass Accents
French Neoclassical Period 3-Drawer Chest, Black w/Brass Accents

French Neoclassical Period 3-Drawer Chest, Black w/Brass Accents

Located in Atlanta, GA

. This antique chest from France features a rectangular-shaped top which slightly overhangs the case

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Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Black Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

Antique French Country Chest of Drawers Nightstand Painted Black
Antique French Country Chest of Drawers Nightstand Painted Black

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

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Mid-19th Century French Black Antique Chest

Materials

Wood, Paint

Late 18th Century Swedish Black Bombay Chest of Three Drawers
Late 18th Century Swedish Black Bombay Chest of Three Drawers

Late 18th Century Swedish Black Bombay Chest of Three Drawers

Located in Round Top, TX

chest of drawers. Restored, strong stable and ready for use. The old but later applied black paint has

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Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Black Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Directoire Black Lacquered Chest with Marble Top
19th Century French Directoire Black Lacquered Chest with Marble Top

19th Century French Directoire Black Lacquered Chest with Marble Top

Located in Dallas, TX

This item is a gorgeous 19th Century French Directoire Black Lacquered Chest with Marble. The chest

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19th Century French Directoire Black Antique Chest

Materials

Marble

18th Century Danish Oak Black Rococo Chest of Four Drawers
18th Century Danish Oak Black Rococo Chest of Four Drawers

18th Century Danish Oak Black Rococo Chest of Four Drawers

Located in Round Top, TX

This antique rococo large oak chest of drawers features a serpentine front, scalloped skirt, brass

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Mid-18th Century Danish Rococo Black Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

18th Century Rococo Black Painted Oak Chest of Four Drawers
18th Century Rococo Black Painted Oak Chest of Four Drawers

18th Century Rococo Black Painted Oak Chest of Four Drawers

Located in Round Top, TX

The black painted finish is striking in this attractive large oak chest of four drawers resting on

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Mid-18th Century Danish Rococo Black Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Tallboy Black C 1850
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Tallboy Black C 1850

Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Tallboy Black C 1850

Located in Lewes, England

C 1850 antique Swedish Gustavian painted chest of 3 drawers commode with detailed gustavian ribbed

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Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Black Antique Chest

Materials

Pine

Swedish Black-Painted Architect's Chest with 27 Drawers
Swedish Black-Painted Architect's Chest with 27 Drawers

Swedish Black-Painted Architect's Chest with 27 Drawers

Located in Kastrup, DK

Architect's chest / archive cabinet crafted in black-painted pine with 27 spacious drawers, perfect

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Early 20th Century Swedish Other Black Antique Chest

Materials

Pine

1747 Six Plank Chest
1747 Six Plank Chest

1747 Six Plank Chest

Located in Greenwich, CT

Good 18th century English oak six plank chest, the simple top with original iron strap hinges and

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1740s English George II Black Antique Chest

Materials

Oak

Antique William & Mary English Black Oak Chest of Drawers
Antique William & Mary English Black Oak Chest of Drawers

Antique William & Mary English Black Oak Chest of Drawers

Located in New York, NY

This antique William & Mary chest of drawers was hand-crafted from black oak wood in the 18th

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18th Century English William and Mary Black Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

Pair of 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Black Painted Chests of Drawers
Pair of 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Black Painted Chests of Drawers

Pair of 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Black Painted Chests of Drawers

Located in Round Top, TX

Pair of 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Black Painted Chests of Drawers Pair of 19th-century Swedish

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Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Black Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

French Napoleon III Weekly Chest in Black Ebonized Wood
French Napoleon III Weekly Chest in Black Ebonized Wood

French Napoleon III Weekly Chest in Black Ebonized Wood

Located in IT

Late 19th-century French Napoleon III weekly chest, restored with a black ebonized wood finish. The

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1890s Italian Napoleon III Black Antique Chest

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Antique Black Painted Victorian Commode/ Chest of Drawers with Marble Top
Antique Black Painted Victorian Commode/ Chest of Drawers with Marble Top

Antique Black Painted Victorian Commode/ Chest of Drawers with Marble Top

Located in Wichita, KS

Antique black painted Victorian commode/ chest of drawers with marble top. The piece has been

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Early 20th Century American Victorian Black Antique Chest

Materials

Carrara Marble, Brass

French Side Chest w/Orig. Black Marble & Brass Accents, 19th C.
French Side Chest w/Orig. Black Marble & Brass Accents, 19th C.

French Side Chest w/Orig. Black Marble & Brass Accents, 19th C.

Located in Atlanta, GA

through) that compliments the black marble top. This 19th century French chest is a cute size piece

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19th Century French Black Antique Chest

Materials

Wood

19th Century Swedish Stone Top Black Small Chest of Three Drawers
19th Century Swedish Stone Top Black Small Chest of Three Drawers

19th Century Swedish Stone Top Black Small Chest of Three Drawers

Located in Round Top, TX

black painted finish is lightly distressed to fit the age and grace of the oak chest. Drawer fronts are

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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Black Antique Chest

Materials

Stone

Early 19th Century Rococo Black Painted Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark
Early 19th Century Rococo Black Painted Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark

Early 19th Century Rococo Black Painted Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark

Located in Round Top, TX

The black painted finish is striking in this attractive large chest of four drawers resting on

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Early 19th Century Danish Rococo Black Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

Welsh Sailor's Sea Chest
Welsh Sailor's Sea Chest

Welsh Sailor's Sea Chest

Located in Woodbury, CT

Welsh sailor's sea chest with canted sides. Painted red chest has black canvas top embossed with

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19th Century English Victorian Black Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

English Chinoiserie Painted Pine Chest
English Chinoiserie Painted Pine Chest

English Chinoiserie Painted Pine Chest

Located in Stamford, CT

An English pine chest with painted chinoiserie decoration added in the mid 19th century.

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19th Century English Black Antique Chest

Materials

Wood

English Carved Oak Coffer Chest
English Carved Oak Coffer Chest

English Carved Oak Coffer Chest

Located in Woodbury, CT

This is an 19th century English oak coffer chest, similar to what we in the states would describe

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19th Century British Victorian Black Antique Chest

Materials

Oak

18th Century Large Danish Black-Painted Oak Chest of Drawers
18th Century Large Danish Black-Painted Oak Chest of Drawers

18th Century Large Danish Black-Painted Oak Chest of Drawers

Located in Round Top, TX

earlier time. The chest has a newer professionally applied layered black painted finish, lightly

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Late 18th Century Danish Black Antique Chest

Materials

Brass

Antique French Empire Walnut Chest of Drawers W/ Black Marble Top
Antique French Empire Walnut Chest of Drawers W/ Black Marble Top

Antique French Empire Walnut Chest of Drawers W/ Black Marble Top

Located in Astoria, NY

. Topped with a sleek black marble slab, this commode exudes sophistication. The chest features four

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Mid-19th Century French Empire Black Antique Chest

Materials

Marble

Polished Oak and Canvas Dome Top Chest
Polished Oak and Canvas Dome Top Chest

Polished Oak and Canvas Dome Top Chest

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

Polished Oak and Canvas Dome Top Chest This is a very attractive chest it has Oak and metal

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19th Century Victorian Black Antique Chest

Materials

Canvas

American Black Gum Graduated Chest of Drawers.  Circa 1780
American Black Gum Graduated Chest of Drawers.  Circa 1780

American Black Gum Graduated Chest of Drawers. Circa 1780

Located in Charleston, SC

American black gum graduated four drawer chest with one board top, original brasses, and

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18th Century and Earlier American Black Antique Chest

Pair of Early 20th-Century Black-Painted Chests with Carved Detail
Pair of Early 20th-Century Black-Painted Chests with Carved Detail

Pair of Early 20th-Century Black-Painted Chests with Carved Detail

Located in Atlanta, GA

This striking pair of black-painted chests dates to the early 20th century and reflects a refined

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Early 20th Century Swedish Black Antique Chest

Materials

Wood

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Black Antique Chest For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic black antique chest available at 1stDibs. Each black antique chest for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and brass. There are many kinds of the black antique chest you’re looking for, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Each black antique chest bearing Georgian, Louis XVI or Baroque hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made black antique chest over the years, but those crafted by Maison Jansen, Alphonse Debain and Jones Brothers & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Black Antique Chest?

Prices for a black antique chest can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $227 and can go as high as $251,805, while the average can fetch as much as $4,430.

Finding the Right Storage-case-pieces 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.

Questions About Black Antique Chest
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    To tell if a chest is antique, first examine its materials and details carefully. An antique chest is one produced 100 years ago or more. This generally predates the use of engineered wood, particleboard, plastics and other synthetic materials. As a result, an antique chest usually features solid wood construction.

    In addition, antique chests are likely to be handmade, so you should be able to spot subtle signs that indicate this, such as tool marks and small irregularities in any carvings. If a piece looks flawless and regular, it is unlikely to be antique. Locating a maker's mark and then researching when the manufacturer was active can also help you date your chest. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer to learn more about your chest.

    On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique chests.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify an antique chest of drawers, look inside and beneath drawers and on the back and bottom for any type of maker's marking. Researching these marks using trusted online resources may allow you to determine who produced your chest and roughly date your piece. If your chest is at least 100 years old, it is an antique. Should you be unable to locate the maker's marks, look at the hardware. Rose head nails, one-piece cast brass pommels on the drawer handles and circular rather than hexagonal bolts may all indicate that a piece is an antique. Keep in mind that hardware may have been replaced at some point and that there are many reproductions of antique furnishings. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer complete the identification process if you're unable to identify your chest via the maker's markings. Find a range of antique chests of drawers on 1stDibs.

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