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Antique Satinwood, Rosewood & Ormolu Marble Top Lingerie Chest C1900
Antique Satinwood, Rosewood & Ormolu Marble Top Lingerie Chest C1900

Antique Satinwood, Rosewood & Ormolu Marble Top Lingerie Chest C1900

Located in Big Flats, NY

Satinwood, Rosewood & Ormolu Marble Top Lingerie Chest C1900 Measures - 37 1/4" x 16 1/2" x 12 3/8" This

Category

Early 20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Ormolu

Antique English Satinwood Dresser / Chest of Drawers with Bun Feet
Antique English Satinwood Dresser / Chest of Drawers with Bun Feet

Antique English Satinwood Dresser / Chest of Drawers with Bun Feet

Located in Leicester, GB

An elegant English Victorian Satinwood chest of drawers. This original English antique chest has

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Satinwood

PAIR OF RESTORED HARDWOOD & SATINWOOD ANTIQUE SHERATON REVIVAL CHEST OF DRAWERs
PAIR OF RESTORED HARDWOOD & SATINWOOD ANTIQUE SHERATON REVIVAL CHEST OF DRAWERs

PAIR OF RESTORED HARDWOOD & SATINWOOD ANTIQUE SHERATON REVIVAL CHEST OF DRAWERs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

restored Sheraton Revival style Mahogany and Satinwood chests of drawers Please note the delivery fee

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Mid-20th Century English Sheraton Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique Sheraton Revival F.Thomas Halesowen Chest of Drawers Hardwood Satinwood
Antique Sheraton Revival F.Thomas Halesowen Chest of Drawers Hardwood Satinwood

Antique Sheraton Revival F.Thomas Halesowen Chest of Drawers Hardwood Satinwood

By Sheraton Revival

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

, Victorian mahogany and Satinwood Chest of Drawers A very good looking well made and decorative chest

Category

Antique 19th Century English Sheraton Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Satinwood, Hardwood

Rare Antique 18th Century George III Solid Satinwood Chest of 5 Drawers
Rare Antique 18th Century George III Solid Satinwood Chest of 5 Drawers

Rare Antique 18th Century George III Solid Satinwood Chest of 5 Drawers

Located in Suffolk, GB

Rare antique George III 18th century solid satinwood chest of 5 drawers having a quality solid

Category

Antique 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

18th Century Satinwood Inlaid Mahogany Chest On Stand
18th Century Satinwood Inlaid Mahogany Chest On Stand

18th Century Satinwood Inlaid Mahogany Chest On Stand

Located in Hoddesdon, GB

An exquisite late 18th-century Georgian mahogany and satinwood inlaid chest-on-stand. This is a

Category

Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Satinwood antique demi-lune commode
Satinwood antique demi-lune commode

Satinwood antique demi-lune commode

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

Victorian satinwood demi-lune commode in the Sheraton revival taste, with a central door showing a

Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Satinwood, Silk, Boxwood

Antique Satinwood Marquetry Demilune Commode
Antique Satinwood Marquetry Demilune Commode

Antique Satinwood Marquetry Demilune Commode

By Robert Adam

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Allow yourself and houseguests to be mesmerized with the splendor of fine antique woodworking with

Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Adam Style Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Hardwood, Satinwood

Antique Pair Adam Revival Satinwood Side Cabinets Commodes 19th Century
Antique Pair Adam Revival Satinwood Side Cabinets Commodes 19th Century

Antique Pair Adam Revival Satinwood Side Cabinets Commodes 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a gorgeous antique pair of Adam Revival two door satinwood side cabinets with beautiful

Category

Antique 1890s Adam Style Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Satinwood

Antique Victorian English Walnut, Satinwood & Gilt Ormolu Glazed Pier Cabinet
Antique Victorian English Walnut, Satinwood & Gilt Ormolu Glazed Pier Cabinet

Antique Victorian English Walnut, Satinwood & Gilt Ormolu Glazed Pier Cabinet

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Antique Victorian English Walnut & Satinwood Inlay Glazed Pier Cabinet With Gilt Ormolu Mounts

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Glass, Satinwood, Walnut

Antique French Louis XV Style Marble Top Satinwood Demilune Commode Dresser
Antique French Louis XV Style Marble Top Satinwood Demilune Commode Dresser

Antique French Louis XV Style Marble Top Satinwood Demilune Commode Dresser

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique French Louis XV Style Marble Top Satinwood Demilune Commode Dresser. Item features a pink

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Pair of Antique Satin Wood Bedside Chests
Pair of Antique Satin Wood Bedside Chests

Pair of Antique Satin Wood Bedside Chests

Located in London, GB

A stunning pair of antique satin wood bedside chests. They were made in France, they date from

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique English Geo. III Inlaid Figured Mahogany Chippendale Chest on Chest
Antique English Geo. III Inlaid Figured Mahogany Chippendale Chest on Chest

Antique English Geo. III Inlaid Figured Mahogany Chippendale Chest on Chest

By Thomas Chippendale

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

Chests on Chests or Tallboys we have had in years. With superlative marquetry inlays of satinwood quarter

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

French Antique Transformation Chest of Drawers, circa 1800
French Antique Transformation Chest of Drawers, circa 1800

French Antique Transformation Chest of Drawers, circa 1800

Located in Belmont, MA

The French antique transformation furniture chest of drawers, originates from Paris and dates back

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Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Kingwood, Rosewood, Satinwood

Pair of Fantastic Adams Paint Decorated Satinwood Commodes Buffets
Pair of Fantastic Adams Paint Decorated Satinwood Commodes Buffets

Pair of Fantastic Adams Paint Decorated Satinwood Commodes Buffets

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

serpentine chest, antique painted commodes, neoclassical English case pieces, Regency style satinwood, floral

Category

Vintage 1910s English Adam Style Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Satinwood

Antique French Transitional Banded Chest Of Drawers Commode
Antique French Transitional Banded Chest Of Drawers Commode

Antique French Transitional Banded Chest Of Drawers Commode

Located in Forney, TX

A fine French antique, circa 1900, Transitional Louis XV - XVI style marble-top chest of drawers

Category

Early 20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

ANTIQUE GEORGIAN CIRCA 1780-1820 SEASHELL SPECIMEN COLLECTORS CHEST OF DRAWERs
ANTIQUE GEORGIAN CIRCA 1780-1820 SEASHELL SPECIMEN COLLECTORS CHEST OF DRAWERs

ANTIQUE GEORGIAN CIRCA 1780-1820 SEASHELL SPECIMEN COLLECTORS CHEST OF DRAWERs

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning period

Category

Antique 1780s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Hardwood, Satinwood

VERY RARE ANTiQUE VICTORIAN HOWARD & SON'S STAMPED VICTORIAN CHEST OF DRAWERS
VERY RARE ANTiQUE VICTORIAN HOWARD & SON'S STAMPED VICTORIAN CHEST OF DRAWERS

VERY RARE ANTiQUE VICTORIAN HOWARD & SON'S STAMPED VICTORIAN CHEST OF DRAWERS

By Howard & Sons Ltd, Howard and Sons

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

rare original Victorian Satinwood Howard & Son’s Berners Street large chest of drawers Please note the

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Satinwood

Antique George IV Period Mahogany Bow Front Chest Of Drawers
Antique George IV Period Mahogany Bow Front Chest Of Drawers

Antique George IV Period Mahogany Bow Front Chest Of Drawers

Located in Forney, TX

A handsome period George IV (1820-1830) mahogany bow front chest of drawers dresser - commode

Category

Antique Early 19th Century British George IV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique Empire Chest of Drawers in Cuban Mahogany with Interior Writing Surface
Antique Empire Chest of Drawers in Cuban Mahogany with Interior Writing Surface

Antique Empire Chest of Drawers in Cuban Mahogany with Interior Writing Surface

Located in INTERLAKEN, NY

A very fine Empire chest or commode with bowed front offering four drawers on tapered feet in the

Category

Antique 1810s Danish Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Antique French Louis XV Style Marble Top Commode Chest of Drawers Dresser
Antique French Louis XV Style Marble Top Commode Chest of Drawers Dresser

Antique French Louis XV Style Marble Top Commode Chest of Drawers Dresser

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

This antique French Louis XV style marble top commode chest of drawers is a refined example of 19th

Category

Vintage 1930s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Satinwood Sheraton Revival Breakfront Marquetry Commode
Satinwood Sheraton Revival Breakfront Marquetry Commode

Satinwood Sheraton Revival Breakfront Marquetry Commode

Located in Lymington, Hampshire

An Exceptional Edwardian Satinwood Commode, Reproducing Thomas Chippendale’s Piece-Known as the

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Sheraton Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Rare Narrow Antique English Geo.IV Inlaid Flame Mahogany 2 over 3 Chest of Dwrs
Rare Narrow Antique English Geo.IV Inlaid Flame Mahogany 2 over 3 Chest of Dwrs

Rare Narrow Antique English Geo.IV Inlaid Flame Mahogany 2 over 3 Chest of Dwrs

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

This gorgeous Antique English inlaid flame or figured mahogany two over three Chest of Drawers is

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English George IV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Regency Satinwood Miniature Chest
Regency Satinwood Miniature Chest

Regency Satinwood Miniature Chest

Located in Bedfordshire, GB

A good quality late Regency Period, 19th century, satinwood miniature chest of attractive small

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Models and Miniatures

Materials

Satinwood

Inlaid Mahogany Empire Chest of Drawers, Denmark circa 1810
Inlaid Mahogany Empire Chest of Drawers, Denmark circa 1810

Inlaid Mahogany Empire Chest of Drawers, Denmark circa 1810

Located in Round Top, TX

A fine mahogany empire chest of drawers or commode with satinwood inlays. Top drawer reveals

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Danish Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Late 18th Century English George III Period Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Late 18th Century English George III Period Bowfront Chest of Drawers

Late 18th Century English George III Period Bowfront Chest of Drawers

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Late 18th century George III period bowfront chest of drawers, English. 2 short over 3 long drawers

Category

Antique Late 18th Century English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Satinwood

Antique Herts Brothers Edwardian Bronze & Satinwood Inlay Mahogany Chest Dresser
Antique Herts Brothers Edwardian Bronze & Satinwood Inlay Mahogany Chest Dresser

Antique Herts Brothers Edwardian Bronze & Satinwood Inlay Mahogany Chest Dresser

By The Herts Brothers

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Antique Herts Brothers Edwardian Bronze & Satinwood Inlay Mahogany Chest Dresser. Item features

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Edwardian Dressers

Materials

Brass

19th Century French, Louis XV-Louis XVI Transition Kingwood Marble Top Chest
19th Century French, Louis XV-Louis XVI Transition Kingwood Marble Top Chest

19th Century French, Louis XV-Louis XVI Transition Kingwood Marble Top Chest

Located in New Orleans, LA

This classic French transition marble top chest with drawers features satinwood, kingwood, is

Category

Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Rare early 19th century American Late Empire inlaid mahogany Bowfront Chest
Rare early 19th century American Late Empire inlaid mahogany Bowfront Chest

Rare early 19th century American Late Empire inlaid mahogany Bowfront Chest

Located in CHARLESTON, SC

A rare and important Antique American mid-Atlantic region Late Empire Inlaid mahogany large

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century American Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Signed Krieger Louis XV Chest, D’ore Mounts and Marble Top, French 19th Century
Signed Krieger Louis XV Chest, D’ore Mounts and Marble Top, French 19th Century

Signed Krieger Louis XV Chest, D’ore Mounts and Marble Top, French 19th Century

Located in New Orleans, LA

floriate manner throughout. The French antique piece dates back to the 19th century, circa 1880, and is

Category

Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Gold Plate, Bronze

Italian Louis XV XVI Transition Cube Parquetry Marquetry Chest of Drawers Signed
Italian Louis XV XVI Transition Cube Parquetry Marquetry Chest of Drawers Signed

Italian Louis XV XVI Transition Cube Parquetry Marquetry Chest of Drawers Signed

By Roger Vandercruse dit Lacroix

Located in Forney, TX

A fine quality Louis XV - XVI Transition style breakfront chest of drawers Exquisitely hand

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Breccia Marble, Brass, Bronze

French Bombe shaped antique commode with marquetry
French Bombe shaped antique commode with marquetry

French Bombe shaped antique commode with marquetry

Located in Houston, TX

This commode has exceptional marquetry inlay in a foliate And floral design on all sides. It has the original finish And a graceful shape. It has two deep drawers that Slide well an...

Category

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

Materials

Rosewood, Satinwood, Walnut

Later 19th Century Louis XV Style French Marble Top Commode
Later 19th Century Louis XV Style French Marble Top Commode

Later 19th Century Louis XV Style French Marble Top Commode

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

with veneers of satinwood. Original marble top & bronze mounts. Oak secondary wood. A few minor veneer

Category

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

Materials

Bronze

Louis XVI Style Ormolu Mounted Commode with Italian White Marble Top
Louis XVI Style Ormolu Mounted Commode with Italian White Marble Top

Louis XVI Style Ormolu Mounted Commode with Italian White Marble Top

Located in Miami, FL

A very fine quality Louis XVI Style ormolu-mounted commode or chest of drawers with an Italian

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Bronze

18th Century Louis XV Style Kingwood Galbée Commode by Pierre Roussel
18th Century Louis XV Style Kingwood Galbée Commode by Pierre Roussel

18th Century Louis XV Style Kingwood Galbée Commode by Pierre Roussel

By Pierre Roussel

Located in Miami, FL

Versailles style, rare and important French Louis XV style commode or chest of drawers stamped 'P

Category

Antique 18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Breccia Marble, Ormolu, Bronze

Fine French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Marquetry & Gilt-Bronze Mounted Commode
Fine French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Marquetry & Gilt-Bronze Mounted Commode

Fine French 19th Century Louis XVI Style Marquetry & Gilt-Bronze Mounted Commode

By Jean-Henri Riesener

Located in Los Angeles, CA

been highly regarded by antique dealers, collectors and auction experts alike. Note: Please view our

Category

Antique 1890s French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Antique English Regency Miniature Apprentice Chest Drawers Flame Mahogany 19Ct
Antique English Regency Miniature Apprentice Chest Drawers Flame Mahogany 19Ct

Antique English Regency Miniature Apprentice Chest Drawers Flame Mahogany 19Ct

Located in Dublin, Ireland

Beautiful English Regency Miniature two over three graduated drawer flame mahogany Chest of Drawers

Category

Antique 19th Century English Regency Jewelry Boxes

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Antique Italian / French Neoclassical Marquetry Chest Of Drawers Nightstand
Antique Italian / French Neoclassical Marquetry Chest Of Drawers Nightstand

Antique Italian / French Neoclassical Marquetry Chest Of Drawers Nightstand

By Giuseppe Maggiolini

Located in Forney, TX

head of state. This remarkable antique was born in the late 18th / early 19th century, executed in

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Night Stands

Materials

Siena Marble

Fine French Transition Louis XV XVI Style Chest Sideboard
Fine French Transition Louis XV XVI Style Chest Sideboard

Fine French Transition Louis XV XVI Style Chest Sideboard

Located in Forney, TX

" Deep The chest is in great shape overall, original antique condition, outstanding patina over the

Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XV Credenzas

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Antique 20th Century Chest Of Drawers In Satinwood ( REF AF-3646 )
Antique 20th Century Chest Of Drawers In Satinwood ( REF AF-3646 )

Antique 20th Century Chest Of Drawers In Satinwood ( REF AF-3646 )

Located in Ledbury, GB

This elegant 20th-century chest of drawers, crafted from satinwood, is a refined piece that brings

Category

20th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Satinwood

Antique Satinwood Serpentine Commode, circa 1890
Antique Satinwood Serpentine Commode, circa 1890

Antique Satinwood Serpentine Commode, circa 1890

Located in Paddock Wood, Kent

Antique satinwood serpentine commode, circa 1890 This continental satinwood commode has three long

Category

Antique 1890s Swiss Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak, Satinwood, Pine

Chest on Chest by Edwards & Roberts Mahogany & Satinwood Circa 1860
Chest on Chest by Edwards & Roberts Mahogany & Satinwood Circa 1860

Chest on Chest by Edwards & Roberts Mahogany & Satinwood Circa 1860

By Edwards & Roberts

Located in Uppingham, GB

Edwards and Roberts mahogany and satinwood banded chest on chest Satinwood inlaid broken arch

Category

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

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Regency Chest of Drawers
Antique Regency Chest of Drawers

Antique Regency Chest of Drawers

Located in Southampton, NY

Regency Chest of Drawers in a good, smaller size.The Mahogany has a lovely Glow and

Category

Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Large Antique Mahogany Chest Of Drawers C.1840
Large Antique Mahogany Chest Of Drawers C.1840

Large Antique Mahogany Chest Of Drawers C.1840

Located in Accrington, GB

Huge antique chest of drawers dating to the early Victorian period. The chest is made from solid

Category

Antique 1840s British Early Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Louis XVI Marble Top Chest
Louis XVI Marble Top Chest

Louis XVI Marble Top Chest

Unavailable|$7,500

Louis XVI Marble Top Chest

Located in Lawrenceburg, TN

French Louis XVI style satinwood commode with kingwood inlay, featuring antique brass ormolu

Category

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

Materials

Marble

Mahogany Apprentice Chest, Satinwood Inlay
Mahogany Apprentice Chest, Satinwood Inlay

Mahogany Apprentice Chest, Satinwood Inlay

Located in Port Chester, NY

A beautifully made mahogany apprentices' practice chest of drawers with satinwood inlay. Handsome

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Models and Miniatures

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Antique circa 1910 Satinwood Dressing Table Chest of Drawers, Art Nouveau
Antique circa 1910 Satinwood Dressing Table Chest of Drawers, Art Nouveau

Antique circa 1910 Satinwood Dressing Table Chest of Drawers, Art Nouveau

Located in Wisbech, Walton Wisbech

Antique Art Nouveau circa 1910 satinwood dressing table or chest of drawers. This is a lovely

Category

Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Dressers

Materials

Satinwood

Antique Edwardian Display China Cabinet Mahogany Satinwood Chest
Antique Edwardian Display China Cabinet Mahogany Satinwood Chest

Antique Edwardian Display China Cabinet Mahogany Satinwood Chest

Located in Potters Bar, Herts

Absolutely stunning Edwardian antique display cabinet Handcrafted from mahogany with satinwood

Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cabinets

Antique Satinwood Chest of Drawers
Antique Satinwood Chest of Drawers

Antique Satinwood Chest of Drawers

Located in London, GB

Antique satinwood chest of drawers with quite wide proportions compared to the height. It’s in

Category

Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Satinwood

Antique satinwood chest
Antique satinwood chest

Antique satinwood chest

Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

A rare George III 3 drawer satinwood commode with kingwood cross-banding: attributed to Gillows of

Category

Antique 18th Century and Earlier English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Satinwood

Antique Satinwood Wellington Chest
Antique Satinwood Wellington Chest

Antique Satinwood Wellington Chest

Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire

An exceptional early 19th century wellington chest with particularly well figured satinwood veneers

Category

Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Purpleheart, Satinwood

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Antique Satinwood Chest For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more with respect to the antique satinwood chest you’re looking for at 1stDibs. An antique satinwood chest — often made from wood, hardwood and satinwood — can elevate any home. Your living room may not be complete without an antique satinwood chest — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique satinwood chest, designed in the Georgian, Louis XV or Louis XVI style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. You’ll likely find more than one antique satinwood chest that is appealing in its simplicity, but R.J. Horner & Co. and The Herts Brothers produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Satinwood Chest?

The average selling price for an antique satinwood chest at 1stDibs is $2,950, while they’re typically $600 on the low end and $92,470 for the highest priced.

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.

Questions About Antique Satinwood 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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