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Scandinavian Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian taste for simple and functional design. It is characterized by the prevalence of soft lines found
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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
Scandinavian 1960s Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage Scandinavian-made 1960s cabinet with six drawers. Simple, linear forms for this chest of
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Oak

Scandinavian 1960s Oak Chest of Drawers
Scandinavian 1960s Oak Chest of Drawers
H 32.68 in W 23.63 in D 14.77 in
Scandinavian Modern Chest of Drawers in Oak by Kaj Winding, Denmark, 1960s
By Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik, Kaj Winding
Located in Odense, DK
Winding. Rare oak edition with 8 drawers. Elegant and simple design with beautiful details such as the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

18th century painted oak Scandinavian baroque chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
18th century painted oak Scandinavian baroque revival chest of drawers circa 1790. Made from solid
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Baroque Revival Commodes and Chests of...

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Oak, Paint

FRAMA Contemporary Scandinavian Japanese Minimal Design Sutoa Drawer Solid Oak
Located in Copenhagen, DK
solution combining a sculptural design with functionality. Defined by a minimal steel frame and oak
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2010s Danish Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Steel

18th Century Biedermeier Commode / Drawer Cabinet with Book Matching Oak Drawers
Located in Silvolde, Gelderland
Beautiful Scandinavian craftsman commode / drawer cabinet with book matching front in oak veneer
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Antique Early 18th Century Scandinavian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests ...

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Oak, Pine

Scandinavian Chest Of Drawers By Carlo Jensen - Hundevad & Co. - Oak - Ca 1960
By Hundevad & Co., Carlo Jensen
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Scandinavian double chest of drawers by designer Carlo Jensen produced by Poul Hundevad and his
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Slide Commode 3 Drawers
Located in Vandoma, PT
The combination of the black base of its pieces and oak veneer geometric patterns, give this
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2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

Slide Commode 3 Drawers
Slide Commode 3 Drawers
H 33.47 in W 45.28 in D 20.87 in
Oak cabinet
Located in Brescia, IT
The long square legs give the entire structure a sense of lightness. Its compact dimensions make it ideal for use in the entryway or as a surface for small objects. If the space in...
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak, Teak

Oak cabinet
Oak cabinet
H 19.69 in W 23.63 in D 12.6 in
Scandinavian 1960s Teak Office Chest of Drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Peculiar chest of drawers with hinged door and lock used as office furniture. The front door conceals 5 drawers each of which is organized with wooden paper shelves, covered with ...
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Oak, Teak

Scandinavian 1960s Teak Office Chest of Drawers
Scandinavian 1960s Teak Office Chest of Drawers
H 29.53 in W 17.33 in D 23.63 in
Scandinavian Mid-Century Chest of Drawers by Treman
By Treman
Located in Karlstad, SE
Beautiful chest of drawers, manufactured in Sweden, circa 1950. This bureau is made of oak and teak
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20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak, Oak

Kai Kristiansen Tallboy Chest, Oak
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen Model 385 Chest of Drawers, circa 1960. Oak tallboy chest, produced by Aksel
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Oak

Kai Kristiansen Tallboy Chest, Oak
Kai Kristiansen Tallboy Chest, Oak
H 41.34 in W 23.23 in D 13.9 in
Scandinavian Console Table/Bench 'Spectrum' by Arne Wahl Iversen, 1960s
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Helsinki, FI
Small side or console table with a rack, a shelf and three drawers. Made of veneered teak and oak
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak, Teak

Teak & Oak Unit Chest & Mirror
Located in London, GB
A highly unusual piece of Scandinavian furniture. To be used as an entrance unit or bedroom dress
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mirror, Oak, Teak

Teak & Oak Unit Chest & Mirror
Teak & Oak Unit Chest & Mirror
H 42.52 in W 37.41 in D 17.72 in
Børge Mogensen Oak Chest of Drawers
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Madrid, ES
Oak commode, model “Øresund,” designed by Børge Mogensen. Front with four drawers of different
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Børge Mogensen Oak Chest of Drawers
Børge Mogensen Oak Chest of Drawers
H 32.68 in W 26.97 in D 18.12 in
Petite Danish Modern Oak Chest
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Diminutive Danish Modern three-drawer chest in stained oak veneer with turned, tapered legs and
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Petite Danish Modern Oak Chest
Petite Danish Modern Oak Chest
H 20.25 in W 34.75 in D 11.75 in
Weave Bedside 45 from Ringvide, Birch wood, black oil, Scandinavian
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
oak wood and oak veneér. Modern yet classic, bold yet modest the bedside serves as a great example of
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch, Oak

Weave Bedside 60 from Ringvide, Birch wood natural oil, Scandinavian
By Lukas Dahlén
Located in Visby, SE
oak wood and oak veneér. Modern yet classic, bold yet modest the bedside serves as a great example of
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2010s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch, Oak

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
Walnut or Oak Chest of Drawers Dresser Chiffonier
Located in Paris, FR
Chiffonier chest of drawers commode dresser with exterior in solid wood and interior in natural
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2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak, Walnut

Walnut or Oak Chest of Drawers Dresser Chiffonier
By Wewood
Located in Paris, FR
Chiffonier chest of drawers commode dresser with exterior in solid wood and interior in natural
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2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak, Walnut

18th Century Scandinavian Painted Baroque Chest of Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
19th century Scandinavian painted baroque chest of drawers Fine quality solid oak chest of drawers
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Antique Mid-18th Century Danish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Handcrafted Drawers, Walnut & Oak
Located in London, GB
An American black walnut and English oak hand-crafted drawer table/nightstand/end table in a
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak, Walnut

Handcrafted Drawers,  Walnut & Oak
Handcrafted Drawers,  Walnut & Oak
H 24.02 in W 26.78 in D 15.75 in
Børge Mogensen Chest of Drawers in Oak
By P. Lauritsen & Son 1, Børge Mogensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Børge Mogensen chest of drawers in oak. Front with five drawers and handles of brass. Executed by P
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Børge Mogensen Chest of Drawers in Oak
Børge Mogensen Chest of Drawers in Oak
H 35.44 in W 19.69 in D 27.56 in
Danish Designer, Chest of Drawers, Oak, Iron, Denmark, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak and iron chest of drawers designed and produced in Denmark, 1960s.
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

FRAMA Scandinavian Design Japanese Sutoa Drawer Storage Solid Walnut
Located in Copenhagen, DK
solution combining a sculptural design with functionality. Defined by a minimal steel frame and oak
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Steel

Midcentury Chest of Drawers in Oak Designed by Børge Mogensen, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen, Karl Anderson
Located in Lejre, DK
Chest of drawers in oak, designed by Danish architect Børge Mogensen for Karl Andersson
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Grey/ White Painted Commode/ Chest of Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
A lovely Swedish painted chest of drawers in oak with dental molding along ridge of top and half
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Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Restored and Refinished Kai Kristiansen Oak Side Table with Chest of Drawers
By Aksel Kjersgaard, Kai Kristiansen
Located in Knebel, DK
Enterance hall set number 32 in oak consisting of a bench / side table and a small chest of drawers
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Pair of Hans Wegner Chests or Nightstands in Oak by Ry Mobler
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful pair of nightstands or chests of drawers designed by Hans Wegner for Ry Mobler. These were imported to the USA by George Tanier who only imported the finest furniture pie...
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20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Aluminum

1940 Danish cabinetmaker, archival chest in solid patinated oak and brass hinges
By Hans J. Wegner, Arne Vodder, Børge Mogensen
Located in København K, 84
. Fashioned from solid, patinated oak, the cabinet exudes a sense of timeless sophistication, its rich grain
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Danish Ox Art Abstract Mosaic-Top Chest of Drawers in White Oak & Ceramic Tile
Located in Norwalk, CT
-sawn white oak. Four dovetailed drawers provide practical storage, while Henning Kjaernulf-inspired
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Ceramic, Oak

Danish Oak Chest of Drawers With One-Of-A-Kind Ox Art Ceramic Tile Mosaic Top
Located in Norwalk, CT
-sawn white oak. Inspired by the work of Henning Kjaernulf, the chest's silhouette is a Modernist take
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Ceramic, Oak

Modular Wall Unit Landform Night System 5 with Drawers and Desk Made with Oak
Located in Seroa, PT
Composition Description Panel 400 + Panel 600 - 380 x 6 x H200 cm Mate oak wood veneer (SCF-24
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Commodes an...

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Oak, Lacquer

Italian Vintage Oak and Birch Wood Office Tallboy Chest of Drawers, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
Italian vintage office chest of drawers, made between the 50s and 60s in solid birch and oak
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Danish Modern Solid Oak Chest of Drawers By Ilse Rix for Uldum Mobelfabrik
By Ilse Rix
Located in Dallas, TX
This rare Danish modern cabinet was designed by renowned scandinavian architects Ilse & Ove Rix for
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Mid-20th Century Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Holger Jensen chest of drawers for FDB, Denmark 1970s
By FDB Møbler
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Holger Jensen chest of drawers in oak
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Tallboy Chest of Drawer by Poul M. Volther 1950s
By Poul Volther
Located in Handewitt, DE
Tallboy chest of drawers in oak by Poul M. Volther for FDB Møbler 1950s. Model F-17. Front with 6
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Tallboy Chest of Drawer by Poul M. Volther 1950s
Tallboy Chest of Drawer by Poul M. Volther 1950s
H 50.79 in W 31.11 in D 17.72 in
Mid Century Chest of Drawers by Danish Cabinetmaker, 64 Drawers, Made in 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Large cubic chest of drawers in oak with at total of 64 numbers drawers. Made by a Danish
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 10 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Cosmopol is an elegant and minimalist furniture line inspired by the values of Scandinavian
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

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Oak

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 10 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 10 drawers
H 35.44 in W 55.12 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 8 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Cosmopol is an elegant and minimalist furniture line inspired by the values of Scandinavian
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

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Oak

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 8 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 8 drawers
H 28.35 in W 55.12 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Cosmopol is an elegant and minimalist furniture line inspired by the values of Scandinavian
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

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Oak

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
H 48.43 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Cosmopol is an elegant and minimalist furniture line inspired by the values of Scandinavian
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

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Oak

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
H 35.44 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 4 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Cosmopol is an elegant and minimalist furniture line inspired by the values of Scandinavian
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

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Oak

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 4 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 4 drawers
H 28.35 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Chest of Drawers by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Handewitt, DE
Fine chest of drawer, model no.234 in oak by Børge Mogensen for FDB Møbler, Denmark. Eight drawers
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Midcentury chest of drawers by Børge Mogensen, Sweden, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
the 1960s. Made in oak and teak. Frame and legs in oak with beautiful teak-drawers.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak, Teak

Pair of Kai Kristiansen Model 385 Tallboy Chests, Rosewood
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen - Pair of Model 385 Chest of Drawers, circa 1960 Rosewood tallboy chests, produced by Aksel Kjersgaard in Odder, Denmark. Solid rosewood frame with veneered cabinet ...
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Oak

Mid-Century Filing Cabinet by Børge Mogensen, Sweden, 1960s
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Stockholm, SE
Amazing, colorful filing cabinet by Børge Mogensen, made from oak. Drawers with different heights
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
By Henning Kjærnulf
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Low board in oak with rich carved details. Attributed to Henry Kjærnulf. Refreshing design with
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Vintage 1970s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
Dining Chairs by Henning Kjærnulf
H 27.56 in W 39.38 in D 16.93 in
Teak wooden chest of drawers by Poul Volther by Munch Mobler, Denmark
By Poul Volther, Munch Møbler
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
of drawers is a perfect example of this. The use of teak wood and an oak base ensures that the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak, Teak

Wooden Hallway Console with Shoe Rack by Arne Wahl Iversen
By Arne Wahl Iversen
Located in Madrid, ES
and oak. Round tapered legs and brass details. Designed by Arne Wahl Iversen and manufactured in
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak, Teak

Kai Kristiansen Model 385 Tallboy Chest, Rosewood
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen Model 385 Chest of Drawers, circa 1960 Rosewood tallboy chest, produced by Aksel Kjersgaard in Odder, Denmark. Solid rosewood frame with veneered cabinet and half-...
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Oak

Chest of Drawers by Carl Aage Skov for Munch Møbler, 1957
By C. A. Skov
Located in Barcelona, ES
drawers in teak wood and bicolor base in oak and teak wood ends.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak, Teak

Børge Mogensen Bureau BM57 Produced by Cabinetmaker P. Lauritsen & Søn
By Børge Mogensen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare bureau BM57 designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced by cabinetmaker P. Lauritsen & Søn in Denmark.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Kai Kristiansen Bureau / Side Table Model 394 by Aksel Kjersgaard in Denmark
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Bureau / side table model 394 designed by Kai Kristiansen. Produced by Aksel Kjersgaard in Denmark.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Ib Kofod-Larsen Bureau Produced by Seffle Möbelfabrik in Sweden
By Ib Kofod-Larsen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare bureau designed by Ib Kofod-Larsen. Produced by Seffle Möbelfabrik in Sweden.
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Kai Kristiansen Bureau Model 385 Produced by Aksel Kjersgaard in Denmark
By Kai Kristiansen
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare bureau model 385 designed by Kai Kristiansen. Produced by Aksel Kjersgaard in Denmark.
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Vintage 1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Poul Volther Tall Rosewood Chest of Drawers, circa 1960s
By Poul Volther
Located in London, GB
Poul Volther, Model F-17 chest of drawers, circa 1950s. A tall chest of drawers made from exquisite solid and veneered rosewood with six drawers. The chest is in immaculate condit...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak, Rosewood

Rimbert Sandholt Side Table / Bureau Produced by Glas & Trä Hovmantorp in Sweden
By Rimbert Sandholdt
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare side table / bedside table designed by Rimbert Sandholt. Produced by Glas & Trä Hovmantorp in Sweden.
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak, Lacquer

Slide Console
Located in Vandoma, PT
The combination of the black base of its pieces and oak veneer geometric patterns, give this
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2010s Portuguese Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Slide Console
Slide Console
H 31.5 in W 43.31 in D 13.78 in
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Scandinavian Oak Commode For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the Scandinavian oak commode you’re looking for. Frequently made of wood, oak and hardwood, every Scandinavian oak commode was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a Scandinavian oak commode, we have 249 options in-stock, while there are 11 modern editions to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Scandinavian oak commode — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A Scandinavian oak commode is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Scandinavian Modern, mid-century modern and Baroque styles are sought with frequency. Børge Mogensen, C.M. Madsen and Kai Kristiansen each produced at least one beautiful Scandinavian oak commode that is worth considering.

How Much is a Scandinavian Oak Commode?

Prices for a Scandinavian oak commode can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $324 and can go as high as $20,136, while the average can fetch as much as $2,899.

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.