18th Century Irish George III Period Serpentine-Fronted Chest
Located in Dublin 8, IE
18th century Irish George III period serpentine fronted chest of drawers. This gentleman’s Bachelor’s Chest is so called because it features full toilette drawers beneath a sliding ...
Mahogany
$568Sale Price|54% Off
Marble Top Serpentine Front Chest of Drawers, Greek Key Brass Hardware
Located in Miami, FL
Marble Top Serpentine Front Chest of Drawers, Greek Key Brass Hardware Offered for sale is an elegant late 20th-century serpentine front chest of drawers with a marble top.
Marble, Brass
George III Mahogany Serpentine-Fronted Chest of Drawers
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Well-figured George III serpentine-fronted chest of drawers with baize-lined slide
Mahogany
18th century Swedish Serpentine Front Chest of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
An exceptional 18th century Swedish chest with beautifully carved serpentine drawer fronts with original bronze hardware and intricate carved apron on bun feet.
Bronze
English Serpentine Fronted Chest of Drawers of Flame Mahogany
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome large English chest of drawers of flame mahogany, in the Georgian style, from the 19th century, featuring a moulded top with reeded edge, set upon a serpentine fronted fri...
Metal, Brass
Antique Bleached Serpentine Fronted Chest of Drawers, English C.1780
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Lovely shaped serpentine front Veneered drawer fronts. Some historical small patches on the drawer fronts Original bracket feet Original blue paper lining to drawer bottoms Later...
Wood
Hickory Chair Georgian Solid Mahogany Serpentine Front Chest of Drawers
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style serpentine front four-drawer dresser, commode, or chest of drawers By Hickory Chair, "Historical James River Plantations" Collection USA, L...
Brass
Italian 18th Century Walnut and Mahogany Three-Drawer, Serpentine Front Chest
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian walnut and mahogany three-drawer chest from the 18th century with serpentine front, aged bronze hardware and bracket feet.
Bronze
Danish 1880s Off White Painted Serpentine Front Chest with Graduated Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Danish wooden chest from circa 1880 with light painted finish, serpentine front and four graduated drawers.
Wood
Vintage Hardwood Side End Lamp Table Sized Serpentine Fronted Chest of Drawers
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely serpentine fronted, flamed Mahogany Chest of drawers.
Hardwood
$12,500
Georgian Serpentine Chest
Located in Greenwich, CT
Very fine George III mahogany serpentine fronted chest of drawers, the shaped top with heavily molded edge over graduated drawers, the top one fitted with writing slide, tray and fou...
Brass
George III Period Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Folkestone, GB
A fine quality George III period mahogany serpentine fronted chest of drawers in original condition and of generous practical proportions with deep drawers.
Mahogany
Antique Burr Walnut Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Antique Walnut Serpentine Chest of Drawers Item Code: LC1376 A fine quality antique walnut serpentine front chest of drawers, beautifully proportioned and standing on cabriole legs w...
Walnut
18th Century Serpentine Chest
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine 18th century English mahogany serpentine fronted chest with fluted canted corners, the well figured top with segmented under edge molding over three short drawers, the center on...
Mahogany
19th Century Painted Rococo Style Chinoiserie Chest
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century Rococo style serpentine-front chest decorated in the Chinoiserie style with painted figural and architectural scenes.
Wood
Beautiful 18th Century Italian Baroque Commode
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Italian Baroque period walnut and fruitwood veneered serpentine front chest of drawers on cabriole legs.
Walnut
George III Serpentine Chest of Drawers of Mahogany and Satinwood
Located in Austin, TX
A fine period George III serpentine-front chest of drawers of figured mahogany and satinwood - a hallmark of 18th-century English furniture design.
Metal, Brass
Sheraton Revival Satinwood Serpentine Chest Of Drawers
Located in Cheshire, GB
A finely crafted serpentine-front chest of drawers in the Sheraton Revival taste, constructed in richly figured satinwood and decorated throughout with delicate hand-painted floral o...
Satinwood
$1,614Sale Price|30% Off
Vintage Georgian Revival Painted Serpentine Chest of Drawers – Mid-20th Century
Located in Wisbech, England
Additional Information Stock Number: 8750 A rare opportunity to acquire a Vintage Georgian Revival serpentine-front chest, combining timeless decorative charm with everyday practic...
Wood
Late 19th Inlaid Pearl Serpentine Chest Dedicated to Prince Selim Daouk
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Spectacular and Rare Late 19th-Century Damascus "Serpentine Front" chest of drawers from Damascus Dedicated to Prince Selim Daouk, scion of one of the most influential political and ...
Mother-of-Pearl
Vintage Baker Furniture Custom Painted Tropical Decoupage Appliqué Chest
Located in North Fort Myers, FL
This serpentine-front chest blends classic Baker craftsmanship with a bold, playful update—bringing a fresh Old Florida meets Palm Beach Regency feel.
Wood, Paint
Antique George III Serpentine Flame Mahogany Chest Drawers, 18th Century
Located in London, GB
This is beautifully crafted antique George III flame mahogany serpentine fronted chest of drawers, circa 1780 in date.
Brass
Serpentine-Fronted Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A rare George III mahogany serpentine chest, only 35.5" wide with reeded canted corners, shaped sides and of a good rich color.
Mahogany
Small English Bow Front Serpentine Chest or Commode of Mahogany
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English small chest of drawers or commode of patinated flame mahogany, featuring a moulded serpentine top over a frieze of four drawers, canted corners with a reeded design fr...
Metal, Brass
Italian Serpentine Front Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Pretty 18th century Italian serpentine front two drawer bleached oak commode. 1790. Internal reference: H Code: 9128 Dimensions: W: 48" (121.9 cm) H: 34.5" (87.6 cm) D: 19.5" (49...
Oak
Danish Serpentine Front Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
19th century Danish painted oak serpentine front four drawer commode. 1880. Splits into three pieces for delivery. Internal reference: C Code: 9133 Dimensions: W: 51" (129.5 c...
Oak
English Serpentine Front Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good early 19th century English serpentine front oak commode. 1810. Code: 8944 Dimensions: W: 51.5" (130.8 cm) H: 37.5" (95.3 cm) D: 23.5" (59.7 cm)
Oak
French Louis XVI Mahogany Chest of Drawers, Serpentine Front, 1920
Located in Austin, TX
French Chest of drawers/commode in the Louis XVI style with a “serpentine” front.
Mahogany
Danish Serpentine Front Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Pretty late 18th century Danish serpentine front oak commode on shaped cabriole feet. 1780. Code: 8927 Dimensions: W: 44" (111.8 cm) H: 20" (50.8 cm) D: 28" (71.1 cm)
Oak
Georgian Style Serpentine Front Tall Chest of Drawers, 20th Century
Located in Southampton, NY
Georgian Style Serpentine Front Tall Chest of Drawers, 20th Century A lovely tall chest with serpentine (curved) front, tall chest of drawers on carved cabriole legs.
Wood
Period Baroque Swedish Wood Chest with Serpentine Front, circa 1725
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisite 18th century Swedish period baroque chest. This antique baroque three-drawer chest features a serpentine front, curvaceous top, scalloped front and side skirts and elega...
Metal
Serpentine Front Rococo Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Pretty 19th century French painted serpentine front commode with a marble top, 1880. Dimensions 47.5 inches (121 cms) wide 20 inches (51 cms) deep 31.5 inches (80 cms) high. ...
Marble
18th Century, Antique Serpentine Front Danish Baroque Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Odense, DK
A quietly noble 18th-century Danish Baroque chest of drawers, crafted in warm walnut and shaped by the soft, tidal movement of a serpentine front.
Brass
19th Century French Louis XV Oak Chest of Drawers, Serpentine Front
Located in High Point, NC
Crafted from solid oak with a softly weathered patina, it features a serpentine front that adds fluidity to the silhouette, complemented by delicate brass mounts and escutcheons that...
Oak
French 1880s Rococo Style Three-Drawer Bedside Chest with Serpentine Front
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Rococo style painted bedside chest from the late 19th century, with serpentine front and three drawers.
Wood
Italian Olive Burl Bombe Chest with Serpentine Front and Cabriole Legs
Located in Rancho Cucamonga, CA
This vintage Italian olive burl bombe chest features a striking serpentine front and elegantly curved cabriole legs, reflecting classic Rococo-inspired Italian design.
Hardwood, Burl
Swedish Baroque Style 19th Century Gray Serpentine Front Three-Drawer Chest
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Baroque style serpentine front three-drawer chest from the 19th century with light gray painted finish, marbleized top and turned feet.
Bronze
Chest Commode Danish Baroque Walnut with Serpentine Front and Gilt Details
Located in Kastrup, DK
Elegant Danish baroque commode with serpentine front. Beautifully and originally veneered in thick, hand-cut walnut and walnut burl, arranged in framed panels. The top features a pro...
Brass
Antique Serpentine Fronted Claw & Ball Feet Flamed Hardwood Chest of Drawers
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this very fine, Serpentine fronted, Calw & Ball feet, late Victorian Chest of Drawers A very good looking and expertly crafted piece, it has var...
Hardwood
Dutch Baroque Oak Small Chest Of Drawers With Serpentine Front, Early 1900s
Located in Viterbo, VT
The chest features four inset drawers with serpentine fronts.
Oak
Late 18th C. Italian Finely Carved Chest w/Subtle Serpentine Shaped Front
Located in Atlanta, GA
This antique chest from Italy has a subtle serpentine design, with case that houses three drawers that feature exquisitely detailed carvings about their fronts and fitted with Neocla...
Metal
18th Century Serpentine Front Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Fine quality 18th century Serpentine commode in mahogany and satinwood inlay. This commode stands well and is beautifully proportioned with its serpentine front and shell inlay. Wi...
Mahogany
RALPH LAUREN VINTAGE GEORGIAN STYLE SERPENTiNE FRONTED HARDWOOD CHEST OF DRAWERS
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London We are delighted to offer for sale this Lovely Vintage Ralph lauren Chest Of Drawers. A very well made and solid chest of drawers, in a good condition, there ...
Hardwood
18th Century Dutch Serpentine Front Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Beautiful 18th Century Dutch commode in original timeworn paint. Serpentine front with four drawers, each with two metal ring pulls and keyhole escutcheons. Panelled sides with c...
Wood
Vintage Burr Walnut Bevan Funnell Serpentine Fronted Side Table Chest of Drawers
By Bevan Funnell Ltd.
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage circa 1960’s Serpentine fronted, Burr Walnut side table sized chest of drawers A good looking well made and decorative piece...
Walnut
19th Century English Serpentine Front Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Pretty early 19th C English painted serpentine 3 drawer commode with a brushing slide and later decorative paint. 1820
Oak, Pine
18th Century Italian Marquetry Top Chest with Two Drawers and Serpentine Front
Located in Atlanta, GA
This Italian 18th century chest features an exquisite top adorned with a diamond pattern veneer, around a central landscape scene in marquetry. The horizontal diamond pattern is repe...
Wood
18th Century Swedish Rococo Serpentine Front Commode
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
18th Century Swedish Rococo serpentine front commode with three drawers, below tapering to a decorative carved apron and cabriolet legs. Repainted in soft grey.
Wood
French Side-Chest with Shapely Serpentine Front, from the Turn of 18/19th C
Located in Atlanta, GA
This antique commode from France features a graceful serpentine shaped front and curvy sides, with rear being spread wider than frontside.
Fruitwood
Regence Brass and Ormolu Mount Serpentine Front Commode
Located in Locust Valley, NY
Regence style, brass and ormolu mount commode with serpentine shape front and Spanish rouge marble top. Drawers are fabric lined.
Marble, Ormolu
German Red Painted 18th Century Serpentine Front Commode
Located in Troy, NY
Large Floral Painted 18th Century Commode of German Origin with five drawers made of oak), serpentine front, on bun feet. Charming and very decorative with the red paint nicely distr...
Oak, Softwood
18th Century Maltese Four Drawer Serpentine Front Commode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18th c. Italian 4 Drawer Serpentine Front Commode. The Commode is made of Burlwood with Fruitwood Inlays.
Burl, Fruitwood, Rosewood
An Important Serpentine Fronted Tombeau Shaped Commode, 18th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
An Important Serpentine Fronted Tombeau Shaped Kingwood Commode, 18th Century The moulded Rouge de Maine marble top above two short and two long drawers, each centred by foliated es...
Ormolu
Italian Wood Nightstand – Maple & Walnut Inlay, Serpentine Front, 1960
Located in Dallas, TX
This 1960s Italian three-drawer nightstand reflects the elegance and precision of traditional European cabinetmaking. Crafted from richly toned wood, the piece features a graceful se...
Brass
Italian 1820s Serpentine Front Walnut Commode with Three Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian walnut commode from circa 1820 with serpentine front and carved tapered feet. Introduce a dash of Italian allure into your home with this walnut commode, hailing from the ...
Brass
18th Century Continental Parquetry Inlaid Commode with Serpentine Front
Located in Atlanta, GA
18th century continental parquetry inlaid commode with serpentine front, hoof feet, and 3 drawers.
Fruitwood
Swedish Rococo Commode, Soft Blue Finish, Serpentine Front, Circa 1780
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
18th Century Swedish Rococo commode. Elegant, tall and with narrow proportions. With serpentine front and three drawers, repainted in soft blue. Circa 1780. With very minor restorat...
Wood
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.
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