Scalloped Chest Of Drawers
Vintage Primitive Scalloped Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of timeless charm to your space with this vintage primitive scalloped chest of drawers
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Early 20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Late 20th Century Vintage Regency Scalloped Chest of Drawers - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage Regency Scalloped Chest of Drawers exudes classic elegance with its beautifully
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Late 20th Century American Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
$1,400 Sale Price / set
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H 29.25 in W 38.25 in D 21.75 in
Scallop Inspired White Chest of Drawers by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
Scallop White Inlay Chest of Drawers – Handcrafted Elegance for Your Home
Add a touch of timeless
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2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bone, Wood
Scallop Inspired Black Chest of Drawers by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
Scallop Black Inlay Chest of Drawers – Handcrafted Elegance for Your Home
Add a touch of timeless
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2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bone, Wood
Scallop Inspired Pink Chest of Drawers by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
Scallop Pink Inlay Chest of Drawers – Handcrafted Elegance for Your Home
Add a touch of timeless
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Materials
Bone, Wood
Scallop Inspired Blue Chest of Drawers by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
Scallop Blue Inlay Chest of Drawers – Handcrafted Elegance for Your Home
Add a touch of timeless
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2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bone, Wood
French Carved-Wood Chest w/Scalloped Skirt & Cabriole Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French carved and bleached wood chest of three drawers. This vintage commode from France features
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20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Italian Serpentine Three-Drawer Wooden Chest w/Scalloped Skirt, Mid 20th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian painted wood chest of drawers from the mid 20th century. This vintage bureau from Italy
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Mid-20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$5,320
H 33 in W 48.5 in D 21.5 in
Faux bamboo off white lacquer scallop shape art deco pulls high chest dresser.
By McGuire
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Restored mid century modern Faux bamboo off-white lacquer five drawers hi chest dresser with Art
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
$4,600
H 48 in W 36 in D 20 in
Sublime Scallop Mahogany and Rush Wicker Commode in the Style of Donghia
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent chest is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing
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1990s Unknown Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rattan, Mahogany
$24,500
H 30.5 in W 72 in D 24 in
Cerused Carved Scallop Oak Leather Wrapped Campaign Portable Secretary Desk
Located in Rockaway, NJ
matching bachelor chest. Two part cabinet. All heavy deeply carved solid oak cerused finish design. Solid
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$6,400
H 50 in W 18 in D 32 in
Chest of Drawers with Wood Inlay and Black Marble Top, 18th Century Swiss
Located in El Monte, CA
featuring skirts with a scalloped design, this chest of drawers has a finessed elegance that will be a
Category
Antique 18th Century Swiss Cabinets
Materials
Marble
$14,000
H 34.5 in W 43.5 in D 25 in
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English Mule Chest with Scalloped Gallery and Fluted Pilasters
Located in Atlanta, GA
English Mule Chest with Scalloped Gallery and Fluted Pilasters
Category
Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
George I Oak Chest on Stand with Scallop Shell and Trifid Feet
Located in East Sussex, GB
and well developed patination.
The chest with full oak lined drawers and many high quality and rare
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Antique Early 17th Century George I Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Boho Scalloped Chest of Drawers - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of vintage boho chest of drawers featuring unique scalloped detailing for a whimsical
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and C...
Materials
Wood
French Early 19th Century Scalloped Front & Ornately Carved Chest of Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French early 19th century scalloped front chest. This French chest from the 1820s has two small
Category
Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
H 33 in W 37.5 in D 23.25 in
French Painted Antique Chest of Drawers with Scalloped Apron 2 Available
Located in Houston, TX
French three-drawer chest of drawers with scalloped skirt. Created in France, these painted
Category
20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 34.5 in W 46.25 in D 24 in
Pair of Mid-20th C. Painted Wood Bombé Style Chest of Drawers w/Scalloped Skirts
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of American vintage painted wood chest of drawers. This pair of American chests from the mid
Category
Mid-20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
H 33.5 in W 49.5 in D 23.5 in
Large 18th Century Baltic Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Westport, CT
A gently scalloped fronted chest comprised of three long drawers and painted in tones of creme
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Antique 1790s German Baltic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak, Paint
Century Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Chests of Drawers
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style scalloped front dressers or chests of drawers
Category
Vintage 1980s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fruitwood
H 34.25 in W 48 in D 20 in
Century Furniture French Provincial Louis XV Carved Walnut Chest of Drawers
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style scalloped front dresser or chest of drawers
By Century
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Vintage 1980s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 34.25 in W 48 in D 20 in
Vintage Painted & Carved Wood 4-Drawer Chest w/Beautifully Scalloped Top & Skirt
Located in Atlanta, GA
American chest features a rectangular-shaped top with sweetly scalloped raised lip along the sides and back
Category
Mid-20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 34.5 in W 36.75 in D 18.5 in
Mid-19th Century French Carved Walnut Commode Chest of Drawers with Marble Top
Located in Dallas, TX
chest stands on cabriole legs with hoof feet over a scalloped apron. The chest of drawers features two
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
H 32.5 in W 40.5 in D 20 in
Mid-19th Century French Marble Top Carved Walnut Bombe Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
chest stands on cabriole legs with sabot feet over a scalloped apron. The chest of drawers with delicate
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
H 32.5 in W 41.5 in D 22.25 in
Vintage Blue Toned Painted Wood Three-Drawer Chest Raised on Tall Scalloped Legs
Located in Atlanta, GA
chest is raised nicely on slender legs which scallop at their tops, terminating into the skirt, giving a
Category
20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 35 in W 42 in D 19.5 in
Early 19th C. French Two-Drawer Raised Chest with Scalloped Skirt and Clean Line
Located in Atlanta, GA
on three sides. There are two long drawers, adorn with brass hardware. The chest is raised nicely
Category
Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
H 33 in W 44.75 in D 19.25 in
Pair of 1870s Portuguese Painted Three-Drawer Commodes with Scalloped Aprons
Located in Atlanta, GA
this pair of chest-of-drawers features a rectangular top sitting above three dovetailed drawers opening
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Portuguese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 35.75 in W 45.5 in D 20.75 in
Pair of French 1870s Three-Drawer Commodes with Scalloped Aprons and New Paint
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French three-drawer commodes from the late 19th century, with new paint and scalloped
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 35 in W 45 in D 21.75 in
Pair of French 1870s Three-Drawer Commodes with Scalloped Aprons and New Paint
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French three-drawer commodes from the late 19th century, with new paint and scalloped
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 34 in W 47 in D 23 in
English 1850s Painted Wood Four-Drawer Commode with Scalloped Apron
Located in Atlanta, GA
English chest-of-drawers features a rectangular top sitting above four drawers, two smaller ones above two
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Italian Walnut Scalloped Chest of Drawers, Pair
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pair of Italian walnut 3-drawer chests with beautiful scalloped fronts. The chests stand of four
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
19th Century French Wood Chest of Drawers with Wonderfully Scalloped Skirt
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French carved wood chest from the early 19th century. This antique commode from France features
Category
Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Oval Shape Scallop Sides Inlaid Top 6 Drawers High Chest Dresser
By Edmond J. Spence
Located in Rockaway, NJ
High quality craftsmanship tall 6 six drawers oval shape dresser with scallop shape sides. Made in
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Satinwood
A Pair of Scallop Fronted Commode Chests, French 1950's
Located in Sherborne, GB
This pair of beautiful commode chests have a wonderful shaped, scalloped front that has a gently
Category
Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
French Fruitwood Chest with Scalloped Front by Marjolet
By Marjolet
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Made in Loire France by Marjolet. This chest is made the same way as in the 18th century with hand
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fruitwood
French Small Bleached Oak Chest with Scalloped Apron
Located in Troy, MI
Circa 1920s French small two drawer bleached oak chest on cabriole legs with brass hardware and a
Category
Early 20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Don Rousseau Chests with Unusually Shaped Scalloped Skirts & Bombé Shape
By Don Ruseau
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Mid-Century Don Rousseau chests. This pair of American three-drawer chests by renowned
Category
Mid-20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 31 in W 53.5 in D 19 in
English 1860s Mahogany Commode with Graduated Drawers and Scalloped Apron
Located in Atlanta, GA
scalloped skirt. This English mahogany chest features a rectangular top sitting above four graduated drawers
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Painted Wood Three-Drawer Serpentine Chest with Scalloped Skirt and Shell Motif
Located in Atlanta, GA
A painted wood three-drawer chest. This chest of drawers has a nice serpentine shape and features a
Category
20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
H 33.5 in W 36 in D 18 in
Portuguese 1880s Painted Three-Drawer Commode with Scalloped Apron
Located in Atlanta, GA
scalloped apron. Created in Portugal during the last quarter of the 19th century, this chest of drawers
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Portuguese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Portuguese Grey Painted Two-Drawer Commode with Scalloped Apron, circa 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
. This Portuguese chest-of-drawers features a rectangular top with canted corners in the front and molded
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Portuguese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 34.5 in W 44.25 in D 20.25 in
Large Inlaid Oval Kidney Shape Finished Back Dresser with Scallop Base
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern kidney shape 8 drawers inlaid top dresser. Finished rosewood back. Made in Spain.
Category
20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood, Satinwood
John Widdicomb Mahogany Scalloped Front Highboy Dresser, Newly Refinished
By John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous English traditional style six-drawer scalloped front highboy dresser or chest of drawers
Category
Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 55.25 in W 38 in D 20.5 in
Scalloped Front Chest of Drawers or Commode
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Mid-Century four-drawer chest or commode with scalloped front drawers.
Newly refinished
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
Danish Teak Chest of Drawers Scalloped Handles Midcentury, 1960s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Danish teak tallboy chest of drawers, this would make a stylish addition to any bedroom
Category
20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Danish Teak Chest of Drawers Scalloped Handles Mid-Century, 1960s
Located in London, GB
Vintage Danish teak chest of drawers.
A beautiful Danish teak tallboy chest of drawers
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Danish Teak Tallboy Chest of Drawers Scalloped Handles, Midcentury, 1960s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Danish teak tallboy chest of drawers, this would make a stylish addition to any bedroom
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
H 41.74 in W 30.32 in D 15.75 in
Danish Teak Tallboy Chest of Six Drawers Scalloped, Midcentury, 1960s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Danish teak tallboy chest of drawers, this would make a stylish addition to any bedroom
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
H 38.59 in W 30.32 in D 16.15 in
Danish Teak Tallboy Chest of Drawers Scalloped Handles, Midcentury, 1960s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Danish large teak tallboy chest of drawers, this would make a stylish addition to any
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
H 41.74 in W 31.5 in D 16.54 in
Danish Teak Tallboy Chest of Drawers Scalloped Handles Midcentury, 1960s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Danish teak tallboy chest of drawers, this would make a stylish addition to any bedroom
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Danish Midcentury Teak Tallboy Chest of Six Drawers Scalloped, 1960s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Danish teak chest of drawers, this would make a stylish addition to any bedroom area
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Danish Slim Teak Tallboy Chest of Drawers Scalloped Handles, Midcentury, 1960s
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Danish slim teak tallboy chest of drawers, this would make a stylish addition to any
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
H 40.16 in W 24.41 in D 14.18 in
Pair of White Painted Portuguese Chest with Scalloped Base
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of white painted Portuguese chest of drawers with scalloped skirt and diamond shaped
Category
20th Century Unknown Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Vintage scalloped burl Bombay Chest by Glenn Don
Located in Hollywood, CA
Beautiful half moon bombay chest with 4 drawers, scalloped frontage and brass hardware on top of
Category
Vintage 1970s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Burl, Walnut
18th-19th Century Swedish Rococo Style Painted Chest with Scallop Edge Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
18th-19th century Swedish Rococo style painted chest with scallop edge top
Four drawers.
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Chest
Located in Atlanta, GA
Late 18th c. Oak Dutch (Flemish) Chest with five drawers. Top surface is scalloped to conform to
Category
Antique 18th Century and Earlier Dutch Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Pair of Scalloped Front Grosfeld House Style Chests
Located in San Francisco, CA
An elegant pair of three-drawer mahogany chests or dressers. Beautifully refinished with original
Category
20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
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Scalloped Chest Of Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of scalloped chest of drawers for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct scalloped chest of drawers — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. Scalloped chest of drawers have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern and Rococo scalloped chest of drawers are consistently popular styles. Many scalloped chest of drawers are appealing in their simplicity, but Don Ruseau and Marjolet produced popular scalloped chest of drawers that are worth a look.
How Much are Scalloped Chest Of Drawers?
The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $4,800, while they’re typically $2,300 on the low end and $11,000 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 Scalloped Chest Of Drawers
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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 ExpertOctober 26, 2021A 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024To 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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, 2022The 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, 2024Yes, 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 ExpertNovember 2, 2021Dressers 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 ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What a large chest of drawers is called depends on its proportions. In the United States, a wide piece about waist-high is usually called a dresser. A tall, thin chest of drawers is typically referred to as a highboy. On 1stDibs, you can find a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary chests of drawers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A 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, 2021A 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between a bureau, a chest of drawers and a dresser comes down to shape and function. Dressers and chests of drawers are both types of bedroom furniture that feature storage drawers. However, bureaus tend to be wider and shorter, while chests of drawers are narrower and taller. Often used for storage outside of bedrooms, bureaus are usually about the same height as dressers but are shorter than chests of drawers. Find a wide range of casegoods on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023Yes, 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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between a dresser, a bureau and a chest of drawers is where you place these furnishings and their overall shapes and designs. Usually positioned in a bedroom, a dresser is a wide, low casegood consisting of two or more columns of drawers. When this type of furniture is placed in a living room, office, library or other space beyond the bedroom, people normally refer to it as a bureau. Another type of bedroom furnishing is a chest of drawers, which is a tall vertical column of drawers stacked one above the other. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dressers, bureaus and chests of drawers.
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