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Victorian Stripped Pine Chest of Drawers
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
Victorian Stripped Pine Chest of drawers A Victorian Pine Chest of Drawers, stripped and hand
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Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

19th Century Dutch Colonial Stripped Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
19th Century Dutch Colonial Stripped Oak Chest of Drawers features a tailored, no frills expression
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Brass

19th Century Dutch Chest of Drawers in Stripped Oak
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century Dutch chest of drawers in stripped oak will make a timeless European Old World
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Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch Louis XIV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Modern Brass and Strip Velvet Italian Commodes chest of drawers, 2010
Located in Rome, IT
drawers, which can be opened with brass handles. The chest of drawers is upholstered in green velvet
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2010s Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Gothic Revival Commode ~ Chest of Drawers in Stripped Oak
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Gothic revival commode ~ chest of drawers in stripped oak will make a fantastic
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Antique 1870s French Gothic Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Vintage Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and well made vintage walnut chest of drawers. This was made in the USA, it dates
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Walnut Chest of Drawers
Vintage Walnut Chest of Drawers
H 41.34 in W 31.89 in D 17.72 in
Pine Chest of Five Drawers
Located in Baltimore, MD
The breakfront case of this impressively large chest sets the two top drawers proud of the lower
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Antique Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Pine Chest of Five Drawers
Pine Chest of Five Drawers
H 47 in W 52 in D 23.5 in
Vintage Walnut Tallboy Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage walnut tallboy chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from the
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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Walnut Tallboy Chest of Drawers
Vintage Walnut Tallboy Chest of Drawers
H 50.79 in W 30.32 in D 18.12 in
Danish Vintage Teak Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A stylish, very well made and very practical Danish vintage teak chest of drawers, dating from the
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Danish Vintage Teak Chest of Drawers
Danish Vintage Teak Chest of Drawers
H 39.77 in W 31.5 in D 15.75 in
Vintage Chest of Drawers by Uniflex
By Uniflex
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and extremely well made vintage chest of drawers by Uniflex. This was made in
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Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Vintage Chest of Drawers by Uniflex
Vintage Chest of Drawers by Uniflex
H 45.67 in W 24.02 in D 18.12 in
Vintage Walnut Tallboy Chest of Drawers
By Meredew
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very well made vintage walnut tallboy chest of drawers. This was made in England by
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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Vintage Walnut Tallboy Chest of Drawers
Vintage Walnut Tallboy Chest of Drawers
H 46.86 in W 24.02 in D 18.12 in
1950s Vintage Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and useful vintage walnut chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from
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Vintage 1950s British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

1950s Vintage Walnut Chest of Drawers
1950s Vintage Walnut Chest of Drawers
H 37.01 in W 29.93 in D 18.12 in
Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, early 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
lower drawers. The pilaster strips are decoratively incised. The chest of drawers has been restored and
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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of D...

Materials

Brass

Danish Vintage Chest of Drawers by Dyrlund
By Dyrlund
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made Danish vintage chest of drawers. This was made by Dyrlund, it
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Danish Vintage Chest of Drawers by Dyrlund
Danish Vintage Chest of Drawers by Dyrlund
H 42.92 in W 29.53 in D 18.12 in
18th Century Curved Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
, 69.5 cm deep / 27.36 inch deep. The chest of drawers has been stripped of the old wax, revealing the
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Antique 18th Century German Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

18th Century Curved Oak Chest of Drawers
18th Century Curved Oak Chest of Drawers
H 31.89 in W 46.66 in D 27.37 in
Art Deco Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning and extremely well made Art Deco burr walnut chest of drawers. This was made
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Art Deco Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
H 38.59 in W 29.93 in D 20.87 in
Art Deco Figured Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A stunning Art Deco figured walnut chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from the
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Figured Walnut Chest of Drawers
Art Deco Figured Walnut Chest of Drawers
H 45.28 in W 30.71 in D 20.08 in
1960's Vintage Bureau Chest of Drawers
By Meredew
Located in London, GB
A fantastic original vintage bureau chest of drawers. This was made in England by the high end
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Vintage 1960s British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

1960's Vintage Bureau Chest of Drawers
1960's Vintage Bureau Chest of Drawers
H 28.75 in W 36.23 in D 18.12 in
Fine 19th C. European Stripped Pine Cottage Chest
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A three drawer chest in French Country style with large capacity dove-tail constructed drawers and
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Antique 19th Century European French Provincial Commodes and Chests of D...

Materials

Pine

19th Century chest of drawers Louis XV, Paris
Located in Berlin, DE
19th Century chest of drawers Louis XV, Paris Very well finished inlaid chest of drawers Curved
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Antique 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Bronze

19th Century chest of drawers Louis XV, Paris
19th Century chest of drawers Louis XV, Paris
H 33.86 in W 27.96 in D 15.75 in
Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, German circa 1800/1810
Located in Greding, DE
Neoclassical chest of drawers with two drawers and brass profiles. The pilaster strips are fluted
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Antique Early 1800s German Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Large Art Deco Figured Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A stunning and very large Art Deco figured walnut chest of drawers. This was made in England, it
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Large Art Deco Figured Walnut Chest of Drawers
Large Art Deco Figured Walnut Chest of Drawers
H 60.24 in W 42.13 in D 16.93 in
Impressive Chest of Drawers Sideboard in Louis XVI
Located in Berlin, DE
Impressive chest of drawers sideboard in Louis XVI. massive softwood. Slightly curved body
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20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Brass

18th Century Galbée Chest of Drawers made of Oak
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
previous repairs, especially to the drawer fronts. The locks have been replaced. The chest of drawers has
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Antique 18th Century German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Art Deco Walnut Chest of Drawers by Heal’s
Located in London, GB
A fantastic Art Deco walnut chest of drawers by Heal’s. This was made in England, it dates from the
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco Walnut Chest of Drawers by Heal’s
Art Deco Walnut Chest of Drawers by Heal’s
H 36.23 in W 29.93 in D 18.9 in
1920's Art Deco Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage 1930’s Art Deco walnut chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

1920's Art Deco Walnut Chest of Drawers
1920's Art Deco Walnut Chest of Drawers
H 43.31 in W 29.93 in D 19.3 in
1960's Danish Teak Vintage Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very well made Danish vintage teak chest of drawers. This was recently imported from
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Late 18th Century Provincial Chest of Drawers Made of Oak
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
A provincial chest of drawers from around 1800, made of solid oak. A half-high corpus standing
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Antique Late 18th Century European Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Italian mid-century modern wooden chest of drawers, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern wooden chest of drawers, 1960s Rectangular chest of drawers entirely
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Vintage Danish Teak Chest of Drawers by Poul Cadovius
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in London, GB
A superb vintage Danish teak chest of drawers by Poul Cadovius. It was made in Denmark by Cado, it
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

19th Century "Faux Bamboo" Chest Of Drawers, Birdseye Maple
Located in Greven, DE
Historicism -Faux Bamboo- chest of drawers Vienna (?) Bird's eye maple, beech second half of 19th
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Antique Late 19th Century European Japonisme Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Beech, Birdseye Maple

Early 19th Century Curved Cherry Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Chest of drawers "en arbalète" in Louis XV style. Circa 1st half of the 19th century. Made of solid
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Antique Early 19th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cherry, Pine

18th Century French Louis XV Commode, Chest of Drawers
Located in Greven, DE
fine Louis XV chest of drawers from the 18th century. France Middle 18th century Dimensions
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

1960's Vintage Walnut Chest of Drawers by Uniflex
Located in London, GB
A large and stylish vintage chest of drawers in walnut, designed by Gunther Hoffstead for Uniflex
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Vintage 1960s English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Late 18th Century Painted Louis XVI Chest of Drawers
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
A classicistic Louis XVI chest of drawers from around 1800. Solid oak wood with later paint. Half
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Antique Late 18th Century European Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak, Poplar

Swedish Modern Pyramid Mahogany Chest of Drawers, ca 1940s
Located in Uppsala, SE
Swedish Modern chest of drawers in book matched Pyramid Mahogany from the 1940s. Very nice mahogany
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Expertly Restored - Paul McCobb “Irwin Collection” Chest of Drawers
By Paul McCobb, Calvin Furniture
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paul McCobb "Irwin Collection" chest of drawers with brass accents for Calvin Furniture
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

American Chippendale Birchwood Serpentine Chest of Drawers, circa 1770
Located in Shippensburg, PA
CHIPPENDALE MAHOGANIZED-BIRCHWOOD REVERSE SERPENTINE CHEST OF DRAWERS Massachusetts, probably
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Antique 18th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Vintage MCM Rosewood Lingerie Chest by Glenn of California
By Glenn of California
Located in Topeka, KS
and drawer fronts bordered by an aluminum strip, grooved handle pulls on the sides of the drawers
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Aluminum

19th Century Biedermeier Chest of Drawers Nutwood, Austria, circa 1840
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Outstanding 19th century chest of drawers from the famous Biedermeier period in Vienna/ Austria
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Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Brass

18th Century Pale Oak English Chest of Drawers on Stand
Located in Troy, MI
Circa 1780s English four drawer chest on stand in pale oak with original brass drop pulls in form
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Antique Late 18th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique English Pine Chest of Drawers in Faux Satin Birch
Located in Batley, GB
A wonderfully original set of drawers coming out of the aesthetic movement period c1870-1890. This
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Expertly Restored - Chest of Drawers with Chrome Handles by Drexel
By Drexel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chest of drawers with chrome handles by Drexel, from the New Today's Living Collection
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chrome

Expertly Restored - Studio Craft Rosewood Tambour-Door Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Studio craft solid rosewood tambour-door bachelor's chest of drawers
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mirror, Wood, Rosewood

German Louis XVI Chest Of Drawers with amazing Central Locking System
Located in Greven, DE
Classicist chest of drawers with central locking South Germany Cherry tree early 19th century
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Antique Early 19th Century German Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cherry

19th Century Biedermeier Nutwood Chest of Drawers/ Commode, Austria ca. 1840
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Remarkable 19th century nutwood chest of drawers coming from the capital city of traditional
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Antique Mid-19th Century Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

19th Century Birdseye Maple Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Germany Ca. 1840
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
Marvellous 19th century birdseye maple Biedermeier chest of drawers from the period around 1840 in
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Antique Mid-19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Birdseye Maple, Spruce

French Regence Chest of Drawers with Ormolu Fittings, Early 18th Century
Located in Greven, DE
Antique French Regence chest of drawers France Kingwood early 18th century Dimensions: H x W x D
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Antique 1720s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Miniature English George III Antique Mahogany Document Box Chest of Drawers
Located in Shippensburg, PA
structure - some pine strips applied to interior of two drawers and along vertical drawer divider to seal
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Antique Late 18th Century British George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Pine

Elegant old chest of drawers from the 20th century, Louis XV, Paris
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant old chest of drawers from the 20th century, Louis XV, Paris Very well made chest of
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20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Bronze

German Louis XVI Chest Of Drawers with Carvings and Marquetry, circa 1780
Located in Greven, DE
Antique classicist chest of drawers Germany Walnut around 1780 Dimensions: H x W x D: 81 x 111 x
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Antique Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Chest of Drawers with Mirror Top
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Large Italian Renaissance-Revival chest of drawers with mirror top. Tuscany, early 20th century
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Early 20th Century Italian Renaissance Revival Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Mirror, Walnut, Pine, Plywood

Expertly Restored - Danish Modern Teak Chest of Drawers by Munch Slagelse
By Munch Møbler
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wizardry: • The Art of Transformation: We start by stripping away the old, revealing the hidden beauty
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Expertly Restored - Børge Mogensen Oak Chest of Drawers for Søborg Møbler
By Børge Mogensen, Søborg Møbler 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wizardry: • The Art of Transformation: We start by stripping away the old, revealing the hidden beauty
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Oak

21st Century Carpanese Home Italia Chest of Drawers with Metal Details, 7571
By Carpanese Home Italia
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
Chest of drawers with six drawers. Created to stand out and be the most luxurious collection ever
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

18th Century Regence - Louis XV Chest of Drawers, Rosewood, France, circa 1730
Located in Greven, DE
Louis XV chest of drawers with fire-gilt fittings France (Paris) Rosewood Louis XV around 1730
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Antique 1720s French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Danish Modern Teak Chest of Drawers by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbler
By Børge Mogensen, Søborg Møbler 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Danish Modern teak chest of drawers by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbler
Category

Vintage 1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Rare Burr Yew Wood Military Campaign Gentleman's Dressing Table Chest of Drawers
Located in GB
This piece is based on a Victorian Military Campaign Gentleman’s dressing table. You would have drawers
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20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

18th Century French Louis XV Chest of Drawers, stamped COULON, Paris circa 1750
By Jean-Francois Coulon
Located in Greven, DE
Antique Louis XV chest of drawers with fire-gilt fittings Paris around 1750 Dimensions: H x W x D
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Modern Milos Chest of Drawers Made With Oak, Beige Lacquer and Suede details
Located in Seroa, PT
chest of drawers with six drawer block, follows simple contemporary lines. With high standard finishes
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2010s Portuguese Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Suede, Oak, Lacquer

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Stripped Chest Of Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of stripped chest of drawers is available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, oak and metal, all stripped chest of drawers available were constructed with great care. Stripped chest of drawers have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Stripped chest of drawers made by Louis XVI designers — as well as those associated with Victorian — are very popular at 1stDibs.

How Much are Stripped Chest Of Drawers?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $2,664, while they’re typically $744 on the low end and $8,652 highest priced.

Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially 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. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of storage case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Stripped Chest Of Drawers
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A chest of drawers is also sometimes known as a dresser or a bureau. It is a cabinet with several parallel horizontal drawers stacked on top of one another. A chest of drawers is frequently used to store clothing and a variety of personal items. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bachelor’s chest of drawers is a relatively short and shallow chest, usually with three or four drawers. The name refers to their historical use as multi-purpose, space-saving fixtures that are perfect for a bachelor sharing a friend’s flat. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern bachelor’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A low chest of drawers is called a lowboy. A lowboy sits at waist height and was a prominent piece of bedroom furniture in the 18th century. These low chests of drawers were a clothing storage solution before tallboys and highboys came into fashion. On 1stDibs, there is a variety of antique and vintage low chests of drawers available for sale.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Dressers are designed to offer a place for you to dress, with the top functioning as a table on which to place your clothing. It will offer space for a mirror, whereas chests of drawers are typically exactly that — they provide ample storage while taking up little floor space. A dresser is usually wide and short, while a chest of drawers is narrow and tall. Both types of furniture are commonly used to store clothing and other items in drawers. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dressers and chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A chest of drawers with a mirror attached is called a bureau. This type of case piece is usually waist-high with a mirror that rests on the top of the structure. They are mainly used in bedrooms. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A tall chest of drawers is known as a standard chest of drawers and also as a vertical chest. These are tall and narrow storage pieces. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage tall chests of drawers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 1, 2024
    Yes, there is a difference between a dresser and a chest of drawers. Dressers are short, and chests of drawers are overall taller pieces of furniture that typically do not have room on the top for a mirror as most dressers do.

    Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This type of case piece was originally a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. 

    Find antique and vintage dressers for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A man’s chest of drawers is also known as a gentleman’s chest. It is characterized by its tall cabinet section that hangs clothes like suits and pants, and also features a column of drawers. Shop a collection of gentleman’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The first chest of drawers was invented by Chinese physician Hua Tuo during the 3rd century. In the west, chests of drawers began to appear during the 17th century and rose in popularity from there. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique chests of drawers from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Yes, a chest of drawers can be used as a bedside table, provided that you have enough space beside your bed to accommodate it. If you want to be able to easily reach items on the top of the chest, choose a piece that is about 2 to 4 inches taller than your mattress. Shop a variety of bedroom furniture on 1stDibs.

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