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20th Century Walnut, Maple, Ebonized Wood Antique French Chest Of Drawers, 1960s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
excellent quality. Wavy and rounded chest of drawers, with beautiful lines and pleasant furnishings, ideal
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Vintage 1960s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Ebony, Maple, Walnut

Pair of neoclassical Italian chests of drawers in inlaid wood, XVIII century
Located in Vicenza, IT
is visible in Maggiolini's first works, namely rounded chests of drawers with high carved legs and
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Marble, Bronze

Louis XV Style Round Chest of Six Drawers
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A tall and elegant round chest of six drawers, in the Louis XV style, veneered with elaborate
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20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Antique half-round Empire chest of drawers, mahogany, around 1810
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique half-round Empire chest of drawers, mahogany, around 1810 Semi-circular body, one door in
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Mahogany

Victorian Satinwood Chest of Drawers
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5492 Attractive Victorian chest of drawers in satinwood with rounded corners, having oversailing
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Satinwood

Victorian Satinwood Chest of Drawers
Victorian Satinwood Chest of Drawers
H 41.732 in W 42.126 in D 20.079 in
Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Regency style mahogany and flame veneered bowfront chest of drawers, fitted with a brushing slide
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Regency Commodes and Chests of ...

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Mahogany

Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Regency Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 36 in W 38 in D 22 in
Scandinavian Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage 1960s cabinet with drawers. This modern-looking chest of drawers traces the
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Oak

Scandinavian Oak Chest of Drawers
Scandinavian Oak Chest of Drawers
H 27.17 in W 32.49 in D 16.15 in
Victorian Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn4973, attractive Victorian figured and burr walnut chest of drawers of rounded shoulder design
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Antique 19th Century Emirian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Walnut Chest of Drawers
Victorian Walnut Chest of Drawers
H 41.74 in W 40.95 in D 20.08 in
Victorian Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
Sn5491 Attractive Victorian figured and burr walnut chest of drawers of rounded shoulder design
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Victorian Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Victorian Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
H 42.126 in W 47.244 in D 21.654 in
Chippendale Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in Greenwich, CT
quality of this chest is superb having muntin dividers in the long drawers with rounded bracket feet
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Antique 1760s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Chippendale Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Chippendale Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers
H 34.375 in W 40.5 in D 20.75 in
Empire Flame Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Continental Empire flame mahogany chest of drawers with marble top and gilt bronze mounts, 19th
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Antique 19th Century European Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Empire Flame Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Empire Flame Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 37.75 in W 36.5 in D 20.5 in
Victorian Stripped Pine Chest of Drawers
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
waxed. The top of the chest has a rounded edge it has two short drawers at the top and two longer
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Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

19th Century English Chest of Drawers
Located in Delft, NL
drawers. Each drawer has a round fitting. The key ispresent, but lock is not working. The chest of drawers
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

19th Century English Chest of Drawers
19th Century English Chest of Drawers
H 37.21 in W 20.87 in D 18.12 in
Early 20th Century, Chest of Drawers
Located in Bradenton, FL
An early 20th century chest of drawers made of walnut. Two small drawers above three long drawers
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Early 20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Early 20th Century, Chest of Drawers
Early 20th Century, Chest of Drawers
H 39.25 in W 40.5 in D 18 in
Antique French Wooden Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
A nostalgic patina gives this antique wooden chest of drawers a romantic charm. Hand-made in France
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Antique 19th Century French Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Antique French Wooden Chest of Drawers
Antique French Wooden Chest of Drawers
H 50.1 in W 52.7 in D 36.7 in
18th Century Chippendale Chest of Drawers
By Thomas Chippendale
Located in London, GB
A superb quality George III Chippendale period serpentine-fronted chest of drawers. English, c
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Antique Mid-18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Chest of Drawers by Arne Vodder
By Sibast
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Chest of drawers in teak with round legs of steel and teak. Maker Sibast Furniture.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Chest of Drawers by Arne Vodder
Chest of Drawers by Arne Vodder
H 35.83 in W 29.93 in D 19.69 in
Swedish Art Moderne Chest of Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Art Moderne chest of drawers from Sweden, circa 1940. This painted chest of drawers is painted a
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Paint

Swedish Art Moderne Chest of Drawers
Swedish Art Moderne Chest of Drawers
H 26.5 in W 38 in D 17.5 in
1960s Scandinavian Birch Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Scandinavian birch chest of drawers circa 1960. Fine example of simple but elegant Swedish mid
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

1960s Scandinavian Birch Chest of Drawers
1960s Scandinavian Birch Chest of Drawers
H 28.5 in W 32.75 in D 16 in
Painted Oak Chest of Four Drawers
Located in Baltimore, MD
What an extraordinary chest of drawers! The top is plain with a bullnose edge and the sides are
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Early 20th Century Hungarian Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Painted Oak Chest of Four Drawers
Painted Oak Chest of Four Drawers
H 41.5 in W 38.5 in D 21.5 in
Baroque Chest Of Drawers, Portugal, 18th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A richly wooden commode chest of drawers with a scalloped top and corners, two small drawers and
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Antique 18th Century Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass, Bronze

Baroque Chest Of Drawers, Portugal, 18th Century
Baroque Chest Of Drawers, Portugal, 18th Century
H 38.19 in W 42.13 in D 21.86 in
Louis Philippe Burl Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Louis Philippe burl walnut chest of drawers with marble top, mid 19th century. With a rectangular
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Antique 19th Century European Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Mid century Swedish elm chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid century swedish elm chest of drawers circa 1960. Fine quality swedish chest which offers the
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Elm

Mid century Swedish elm chest of drawers
Mid century Swedish elm chest of drawers
H 27 in W 41.75 in D 16.75 in
Danish Modern Teak Chest of Drawers, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Teak Chest of Drawers, 1960s. Classic Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern dresser with
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Chest of Drawers, 1960s.
Danish Modern Teak Chest of Drawers, 1960s.
H 37.41 in W 33.47 in D 16.54 in
18th Century Curved Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
A Galbée curved chest of drawers from the 2nd half of the 18th century. Made of solid oak wood
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Antique 18th Century German Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

18th Century Curved Oak Chest of Drawers
18th Century Curved Oak Chest of Drawers
H 31.89 in W 46.66 in D 27.37 in
Antique Georgian Bow Fronted Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A smart and very well made antique Georgian bow fronted chest of drawers. This was made in England
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Antique Early 1800s British George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Antique Georgian Bow Fronted Chest of Drawers
Antique Georgian Bow Fronted Chest of Drawers
H 40.56 in W 40.16 in D 19.3 in
19th Century English Pine Chest of Drawers
Located in Houston, TX
The 19th Century English Pine Chest of Drawers is a remarkable antique furniture piece that
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Antique 19th Century English Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Pine

Vintage Chest of Drawers in Karelian Birch
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
A very stylish vintage chest of drawers produced in France in the 1960’s using Karelian birch
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Mid-20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Birch

Vintage Chest of Drawers in Karelian Birch
Vintage Chest of Drawers in Karelian Birch
H 39.77 in W 45.28 in D 19.69 in
Early 19th Century Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
A early 19th century provincial chest of drawers made from solid oak. Laterally coffered oak body
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Antique Early 19th Century Belgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak, Pine

Early 19th Century Oak Chest of Drawers
Early 19th Century Oak Chest of Drawers
H 35.04 in W 50.2 in D 24.61 in
19th Century French Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
, introducing a bold geometric element to the delicate aesthetics of this refined chest of drawers.
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Antique 19th Century French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Oak Chest of Drawers
19th Century French Oak Chest of Drawers
H 38.2 in W 45.9 in D 19.1 in
Zebra Chest of Drawers by Carlo Rampazzi
By Extroverso, Carlo Rampazzi
Located in Milan, IT
An eye-catching combination of Classic shapes and modern materials, this chest of drawers is an
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2010s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Maple, Wood, Plexiglass

Zebra Chest of Drawers by Carlo Rampazzi
Zebra Chest of Drawers by Carlo Rampazzi
H 36.23 in W 53.15 in D 23.63 in
Swedish 1930s Functionalist Zebrano Chest of Drawers
Located in Stockholm, SE
Swedish functionalist chest of drawers in striking zebrano veneer. Cool round brushed steel handles
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Zebra Wood

Victorian Sign Painted Chemist’s Chest of Drawers
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Victorian Sign Painted Chemist’s Chest of Drawers A stunning piece of Victorian Shop display, this
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Pair of 18th Century Italian Chest of Drawers
By Giuseppe Maggiolini
Located in Madrid, ES
Maria Luisa. This pair chest of drawers comes from an exclusive private Madrid house and shows many
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Antique 1790s Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Boxwood, Cherry, Fruitwood

Pair of 18th Century Italian Chest of Drawers
Pair of 18th Century Italian Chest of Drawers
H 35.04 in W 47.25 in D 22.05 in
Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers will make a great addition to the room! Classic
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Early 20th Century French Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Vintage Chest of Drawers with Gold Handles
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian 1960s cabinet with drawers. This retro-looking chest of drawers is distinguished by
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Teak

Vintage Chest of Drawers with Gold Handles
Vintage Chest of Drawers with Gold Handles
H 27.96 in W 30.32 in D 14.97 in
Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers represents a nice departure from dark-stained
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Antique Late 19th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests o...

Materials

Brass

19th Century Cherrywood Directoire Chest of Drawers
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
A 19th century classicist cherry wood chest of drawers in the Directoire style. Solid cherry
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Antique 19th Century European Directoire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cherry

Antique Two-Over-Three Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bridgeport, CT
drawers, all with knob wood pulls. The lower long drawer in one piece with the skirt rail, rounded at the
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Antique 19th Century Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Antique Two-Over-Three Chest Of Drawers
Antique Two-Over-Three Chest Of Drawers
H 42 in W 40.75 in D 19.75 in
Oak Chest of Drawers Tall Sculptural Design
Located in Paris, FR
Stunning Sculptural Design creation Oak chest of drawers with a round shaped silhouette that
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2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

Oak Chest of Drawers Tall Sculptural Design
Oak Chest of Drawers Tall Sculptural Design
H 57.87 in W 21.47 in D 21.47 in
Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Commode ~ Chest of Drawers represents the culmination of generations of
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Early 20th Century French Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Mid 20th century Scandinavian birch chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century Scandinavian birch chest of drawers circa 1950. Stylish chest of drawers of small
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

Louis Philippe Mahogany Marble top Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Louis Philippe mahogany and walnut chest of drawers with marble top, 19th century. With a grey and
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Antique 19th Century European Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

1900s Art Nouveau French Chest of Drawers, France
Located in Lisbon, PT
A rare early 20th century chest of drawers in walnut and deploy carved and bronze hardware, four
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20th Century French Art Nouveau Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal, Bronze

Sicilian Wooden Chest Of Drawers, Marble Top, 1930s
Located in Palermo, IT
Sicilian wooden chest of drawers, marble top, 1930s Found in a noble apartment in Palermo (Italy
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Vintage 1930s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Hungarian Art Deco Chest of Drawers in Walnut
Located in Houston, TX
Chest of drawers is made out of fine walnut wood. It has four-narrow drawers with round chrome
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Vintage 1930s Hungarian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Mid 19th century Swedish birch chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 19th century Swedish birch chest of drawers circa 1850. Good quality Swedish empire commode
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

Pine Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark circa 1880
Located in Round Top, TX
This delightful pine chest of four drawers has a lovely carved skirt and curved upper and lower
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Antique Late 19th Century Danish Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Late 19th Century French Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
French chest of drawers from around 1900. Made of oak. A three-drawer oak body with coffered
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Antique Late 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Late 19th Century French Oak Chest of Drawers
Late 19th Century French Oak Chest of Drawers
H 39.38 in W 43.12 in D 24.02 in
Pine Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark circa 1900
Located in Round Top, TX
Antique pine chest of four drawers resting on bun feet. Traditional half column detail, simple
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Early 20th Century Danish Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Early 20th Century Carved Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Elegant baroque style chest of drawers from the early 20th century. Made of solid oak wood and
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Early 20th Century Belgian Rococo Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Early 20th Century Carved Oak Chest of Drawers
Early 20th Century Carved Oak Chest of Drawers
H 47.05 in W 41.34 in D 23.63 in
Tall Teak Chest of Drawers with Wooden Knobs
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian cabinet with 6 drawers original from the 1950s. A capacious chest of drawers that
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Teak

Tall Teak Chest of Drawers with Wooden Knobs
Tall Teak Chest of Drawers with Wooden Knobs
H 40.16 in W 31.5 in D 15.75 in
Pine Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark circa 1880
Located in Round Top, TX
Antique pine chest of four drawers resting on bun feet. Simple clean lines, dove-tail joints and
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Antique Late 19th Century Danish Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

18th Century French Carved Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Savannah, GA
This is a carved walnut chest of drawers / dresser made in France, circa 1780. The top of the chest
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Antique 1780s French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Chest of Drawers from the White Star Line
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mahogany chest of drawers with slim ebonized trim and round metal handles from the infamous White
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Early 20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Early 19th C. English Mahogany Chest with Rounded Columnar Corners & 5 Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
Early 19th Century English Mahogany Chest with Rounded Columnar Corners & 5 Drawers
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Antique Early 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Antique Dutch Baroque Commode Chest of Three Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
This striking baroque chest of drawers with brass key escutcheons is from Holland. The remarkable
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Antique Early 19th Century Dutch Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Paint, Wood

Walnut Wood Chest of Drawers Tall Sculptural Design
Located in Paris, FR
Stunning Sculptural Design creation Walnut chest of drawers with a round shaped silhouette that
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2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

Regency Parquetry and Exotic Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
With a serpentine rectangular top with rounded cookie corners, elaborate sunburst inlays of exotic
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Antique 1810s English Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood, Satinwood

Pair of Scandinavian Teak Chests of Drawers, Mid-Century Modern
Located in London, GB
Crafted from teak, these chests of drawers feature a sleek and minimalist design characteristic of
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...

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Teak

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Round Chest Of Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of round chest of drawers available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique round chest of drawers was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and brass. We have 18 antique and vintage round chest of drawers in-stock, while there are 3 modern editions to choose from as well. Round chest of drawers have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Round chest of drawers bearing Mid-Century Modern or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Round chest of drawers have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by American of Martinsville, Andreas Bachmann and Arte nel Design are consistently popular.

How Much are Round Chest Of Drawers?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $5,053, while they’re typically $1,400 on the low end and $22,300 highest priced.

Finding the Right commodes-chests-of-drawers for You

Is it 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 a 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.

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.

Questions About Round Chest Of Drawers
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A chest of drawers is also sometimes known as a dresser or a bureau. It is a cabinet with several parallel horizontal drawers stacked on top of one another. A chest of drawers is frequently used to store clothing and a variety of personal items. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bachelor’s chest of drawers is a relatively short and shallow chest, usually with three or four drawers. The name refers to their historical use as multi-purpose, space-saving fixtures that are perfect for a bachelor sharing a friend’s flat. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern bachelor’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A man’s chest of drawers is also known as a gentleman’s chest. It is characterized by its tall cabinet section that hangs clothes like suits and pants, and also features a column of drawers. Shop a collection of gentleman’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The first chest of drawers was invented by Chinese physician Hua Tuo during the 3rd century. In the west, chests of drawers began to appear during the 17th century and rose in popularity from there. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique chests of drawers from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 1, 2024
    Yes, there is a difference between a dresser and a chest of drawers. 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.

    Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This type of case piece was originally 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. 

    Find antique and vintage dressers for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A low chest of drawers is called a lowboy. A lowboy sits at waist height and was a prominent piece of bedroom furniture in the 18th century. These low chests of drawers were a clothing storage solution before tallboys and highboys came into fashion. On 1stDibs, there is a variety of antique and vintage low chests of drawers available for sale.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Dressers are designed to offer a place for you to dress, with the top functioning as a table on which to place your clothing. It will offer space for a mirror, whereas chests of drawers are typically exactly that — they provide ample storage while taking up little floor space. A dresser is usually wide and short, while a chest of drawers is narrow and tall. Both types of furniture are commonly used to store clothing and other items in drawers. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dressers and chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A chest of drawers with a mirror attached is called a bureau. This type of case piece is usually waist-high with a mirror that rests on the top of the structure. They are mainly used in bedrooms. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A tall chest of drawers is known as a standard chest of drawers and also as a vertical chest. These are tall and narrow storage pieces. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage tall chests of drawers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Yes, a chest of drawers can be used as a bedside table, provided that you have enough space beside your bed to accommodate it. If you want to be able to easily reach items on the top of the chest, choose a piece that is about 2 to 4 inches taller than your mattress. Shop a variety of bedroom furniture on 1stDibs.

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