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Vintage Orange Tooled Leather Wrapped Commode Chest of Drawers by Gus Furniture
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Very rare 1967 fully wrapped leather bachelor chest in the Chippendale Style custom manufactured by
Category
20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 36.5 in W 37.25 in D 21 in
Victorian Military Campaign Chest / Cabinet Green Leather & Brass Tooled Top
Located in High Wycombe, GB
Victorian military campaign three drawer chest with green leather tooled top finished with brass
Category
Antique 19th Century British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 20.48 in W 13 in D 17.92 in
Edwards and Roberts Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Cheshire, GB
Edwards and Roberts serpentine chest of drawers in the Hepplewhite taste. The shaped serpentine top
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Beautiful Secretary Military Campaign Chest Of Drawers
Located in Crawley, GB
We delight to offer for sale this beautiful two part secretaire campaign chest of drawers circa
Category
Mid-20th Century British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Walnut and Black Steel Chest of Drawers
By Alex de Rouvray
Located in PARIS, FR
Drawers veneered with real wood and assembled by hand, frame in CRS steel, hand welded and polished
Category
2010s Romanian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Regency Mahogany Chest with Tooled Leather Slide, England, C 1830
Located in Norwalk, CT
Regency Chest, beautifully French polished mahogany with original solid brass pulls. Flared French
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Antique 18th Century English Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
American Eastlake Victorian Oak 36 Drawer Industrial Tool Machinist Tall Chest
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique American Eastlake Victorian 36 drawer industrial tool machinist tall work chest. Believed
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Antique Late 19th Century North American Victorian Commodes and Chests o...
Materials
Oak
H 67.5 in W 35 in D 18 in
Regency Style Faux Bamboo & Tooled Leather Lingerie Chest Att. Maitland-Smith
By Maitland Smith
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a regency style faux bamboo lingerie / jewelry chest comprised of tooled leather, fruitwood
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Late 20th Century Philippine Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
H 42.5 in W 20 in D 18 in
Two 30" wide drawers to be attached Chest of Drawers in Floral Design Credenza
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Floral Art Deco Chest of Drawers - Inspired by the Floral Motifs of Rajasthan
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
H 6.3 in W 20 in D 30 in
Maitland Smith Embossed Leather Wrapped Chest of Drawers Commode
By Maitland Smith
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a superbly crafted leather wrapped and gold tooled embossed Maitland Smith chest of drawers
Category
2010s Philippine Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Near Pair of Edwards and Roberts Chest of Drawers
Located in Cheshire, GB
Near pair of Edwards and Roberts chest of drawers in the Hepplewhite taste. The shaped tops one
Category
Antique Late 19th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Excellent Chest of Drawers, 1st Half 19th Century, ~ 1830, France
Located in Wien, AT
This excellent chest of drawers was manufactured in the 1st half of the 19th century, in France. It
Category
Antique Early 19th Century French Charles X Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
18th Century French Louis XVI Period Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
18th Century French Louis XVI Period Commode ~ Chest of drawers was considered an essential
Category
Antique Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Louise Semainier Commodes and chests of drawers in Smooth Copper
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
and chests of drawers in Smooth Copper by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
Size- 24"x 16"x 66"H
Category
2010s Indian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Art Deco Chest of Drawers in Floral Design by Stephanie Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
"Introducing the Floral Art Deco Chest of Drawers - Inspired by the Floral Motifs of Rajasthan
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Charles II Oak Chest of Drawers with Original Handles c. 1670
Located in Heathfield, GB
A really good and original solid oak 17th Century English chest of drawers with bolection moulded
Category
Antique 17th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Louise Floral Art Deco Style Chest of Drawers Fine Hammered Brass
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
"Introducing our exquisite Louise Art Deco Chest of Drawers, a stunning art deco chest of drawers
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Metal
French Black Lacquer and Gilt Chest on Stand with Leather Drawers
By Frederick P. Victoria & Son, Inc.
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautifully made black lacquer and parcel-gilt cartonnier, or chest on stand, with tooled leather
Category
Vintage 1960s American Régence Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather, Lacquer
George Nakashima Triple Chest of Drawers in American Black Walnut & Laurel
By George Nakashima Studio, George Nakashima
Located in Waalwijk, NL
George Nakashima, triple chest of drawers or sideboard, American black walnut, Indian laurel
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
H 32.29 in W 100.01 in D 20.87 in
Louise Semainier Commodes and chests of drawers in Mid. Hammered Copper
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
and chests of drawers in Mid. Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
Size- 24"x 16"x
Category
2010s Indian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Louise Semainier Commodes and chests of drawers in Mid. Hammered Brass
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
and chests of drawers in Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
Size- 24"x 16"x 66
Category
2010s Indian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Louise Semainier Commodes and chests of drawers in Fine Hammered Copper
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
and chests of drawers in Fine Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu for S Odegard
Size- 24"x 16"x 66"H
Category
2010s Indian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Louise Semainier Commodes and chests of drawers in Smooth White Bronze
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
and chests of drawers in Smooth White Bronze by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
Size- 24"x 16"x 66
Category
2010s Indian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Louise Semainier Commodes and chests of drawers in Fine Hammered Brass
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
and chests of drawers in Fine Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
Size- 24"x 16"x 66
Category
2010s Indian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Louise Semainier Commodes and chests of drawers in Smooth Antique Bronze
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
and chests of drawers in Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
Size- 24"x 16"x
Category
2010s Indian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Mid. Hammered Copper
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
experience the finish first hand.
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Mid. Hammered Copper by
Category
2010s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Smooth White Bronze
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
experience the finish first hand.
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Smooth White Bronze by
Category
2010s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Sheet Metal, Metal
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Smooth Antique Bronze
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
experience the finish first hand.
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Smooth Antique Bronze
Category
2010s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Fine Hammered Brass
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
experience the finish first hand.
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Fine Hammered Brass by
Category
2010s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Mid. Hammered Brass
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
experience the finish first hand.
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Mid. Hammered Brass by
Category
2010s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Sheet Metal, Metal
Art Deco Style Chest of Drawers 'Fleur-de-Lis' by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
"Introducing the 'Fleur-de-Lis' Art Deco Chest of Drawers by renowned designer Paul Mathieu for
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Louis XVI French Chest of Drawers or Commode with Statuary Marble Top
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Stunning Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Commode or Chest of drawers. The wood is a gorgeous
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Statuary Marble, Brass
Theodore Alexander Humorous Chest of Nine Drawers with Bronze Monkey Head Pulls
By Theodore Alexander
Located in Stamford, CT
An amusing leather panel chest on stand, with nine bronze monkey head handled drawers, by Theodore
Category
20th Century American Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
H 36 in W 32.5 in D 16.5 in
17th Century French Louis XIII Oak Three Drawer Commode / Chest of Drawers
Located in Burton, TX
often used on armoires and buffets rather than chests of drawers. The piece stands on four hand carved
Category
Antique 17th Century French Louis XIII Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
H 33 in W 49.5 in D 26.75 in
Louise Semainier Commodes and chests of drawers in Fine Hammered White Bronze
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
and chests of drawers in Fine Hammered White Bronze by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
Size- 24"x
Category
2010s Indian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
H 66 in W 16 in D 24 in
Louise Semainier Commodes and chests of drawers in Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
and chests of drawers in Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
Size- 24
Category
2010s Indian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
H 66 in W 16 in D 24 in
Louise Semainier Commodes and chests of drawers in Mid. Hammered White Bronze
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
and chests of drawers in Mid. Hammered White Bronze by Paul M. for Stephanie Odegard
Size- 24"x 16"x
Category
2010s Indian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
H 66 in W 16 in D 24 in
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Mid. Hammered White Bronze
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
experience the finish first hand.
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Mid. Hammered White
Category
2010s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Sheet Metal, Metal
H 30 in W 78 in D 21 in
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
experience the finish first hand.
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Mid. Hammered Antique
Category
2010s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
H 30 in W 78 in D 21 in
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Fine Hammered White Bronze
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
experience the finish first hand.
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Fine Hammered White
Category
2010s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
H 30 in W 78 in D 21 in
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Fine Hammered Antique Bronze
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
experience the finish first hand.
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Fine Hammered Antique
Category
2010s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
H 30 in W 78 in D 21 in
Rhode Island Empire Butler's Chest of Drawers with Desk in Mahogany, circa 1825
Located in Miami, FL
desk. Provides ample storage as a chest of drawers, and doubles as a secretary with additional small
Category
Antique 1820s American American Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 65 in W 52.5 in D 24 in
Walnut chest on chest
Located in Cheshire, GB
Walnut chest on chest, of slender proportions, the moulded top above two short and three long
Category
Early 20th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of French Louis XVI Style Mid-Century Leather Covered Chests of Drawers
Located in Stamford, CT
bronze mounts. These impressive chests are covered in leather with tooled gilt diamond pattern decoration
Category
Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
H 34 in W 65 in D 24.375 in
Antique 18th Century Dutch Rococo Oak Bomb Chest of Drawers with Claw Feet
Located in Lisse, NL
Rare Dutch chest of drawers with an amazing patina.
We have sold many rare pieces of furniture
Category
Antique 18th Century Dutch Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
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H 31.5 in W 41.3 in D 20.3 in
Louise Semainier Commodes and chests of drawers in Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu
By Paul Mathieu (French), Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
and chests of drawers in Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu for Stephanie Odegard
Size- 24"x 16"x 66"H
Category
2010s Indian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
H 66 in W 16 in D 24 in
Louise Credenza Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Fine Hammered Copper
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
experience the finish first hand.
Louise Credenza Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Fine Hammered
Category
2010s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
H 30 in W 78 in D 21 in
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Smooth Copper by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection, Paul Mathieu (French)
Located in New York, NY
experience the finish first hand.
Louise Credenza Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Smooth Copper
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal
H 30 in W 78 in D 21 in
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
experience the finish first hand.
Louise Credenza Commodes and Chests of Drawers in Smooth Brass by Paul
Category
2010s American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Sheet Metal, Metal
H 30 in W 78 in D 21 in
A pair of Mickey Mouser Chest of Drawers by Pierre Colleu for Disney by Starform
By Starform, Pierre Colleu 1, Walt Disney
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
prototypes in various materials, the production of complex tools, the development of new techniques and a
Category
Vintage 1980s French Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Resin, Plastic, Wood
H 46.07 in W 39.38 in D 23.63 in
Semi Antique Figured Wood Secretary Chest On Chest for Restoration
Located in Bridgeport, CT
compartments. The lower case with a fall front secretary with a green tooled leather writing surface, drawers
Category
Early 20th Century Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Campaign Chest with Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Transporting antique campaign chest crafted in mahogany with dramatic wood grains, brass inlays and
Category
Early 20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Italian Leather Covered Bombe Chest
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Handsome Leather Covered Bombe chest, made in Italy with brass handles. The medium caramel colored
Category
20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather, Hardwood
19th Century Mahogany Military Secrétaire Chest
Located in Martlesham, GB
a lift up writing slope with a leather writing surface with blind and gold tooling, the chest has
Category
Antique 1880s British Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Victorian Walnut Wellington Chests
Located in Essex, MA
Each with squarish rectangular tops over six green tooled leather faced drawers with cast bail
Category
Antique 1870s English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
19th Century camphor wood secretaire military chest
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 19th Century camphor wood secretaire military chest made for the Chinese export market
Category
Antique 1840s Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Art Deco Drawers in Floral Design by Stephanie Odegard
By Stephanie Odegard Collection
Located in New York, NY
"Introducing the Floral Art Deco Drawers - Inspired by the Floral Motifs of Rajasthan Palaces
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Antique Victorian Burr Walnut Miniature Wellington Chest
Located in London, GB
A wonderful antique miniature Victorian Wellington chest of drawers in burr walnut. This dates from
Category
Antique 1860s English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Antique Military Campaign Style Bedside Chests
Located in London, GB
tooled leather tops, the drawers have brass military style handles and there are brass brackets on the
Category
Vintage 1950s British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather, Wood
Vintage Empire Revival Burr Maple Tall Chest 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful Empire Revival burr maple tall chest dating from the late 20th Century.
This
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Vintage 1980s French Empire Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ormolu
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Tool Drawers Chest For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal tool drawers chest for your home. A tool drawers chest — often made from wood, animal skin and leather — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect tool drawers chest — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right tool drawers chest, those designed in Regency, Victorian and Hollywood Regency styles are of considerable interest. Many designers have produced at least one well-made tool drawers chest over the years, but those crafted by Grosfeld House and Maitland Smith are often thought to be among the most beautiful.
How Much is a Tool Drawers Chest?
Prices for a tool drawers chest start at $1,625 and top out at $6,632 with the average selling for $2,473.
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 Tool Drawers Chest
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021The best tool chest to buy is really a matter of preference. Tool chests are the perfect storage option for those looking to organize their tool collection. Shop antique tool chests on 1stDibs.com.
- 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 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 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 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 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 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 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.
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