Used Dressers And Chests
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
Late 20th Century American Georgian Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Chrome
Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Chrome
Vintage 1980s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Early 20th Century Art Deco Dressers
Rosewood, Satinwood, Teak
Early 20th Century American Empire Dressers
Wood
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
Vintage 1970s Georgian Dressers
Mahogany
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Rosewood
Vintage 1970s American Dressers
Reed
Late 20th Century American Georgian Dressers
Brass
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers
Teak
Mid-20th Century North American Hollywood Regency Dressers
Leather, Mahogany
Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Mahogany
Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
Early 20th Century Jacobean Dressers
Oak
Early 20th Century Chinese Chippendale Dressers
Mirror, Mahogany
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1970s American French Provincial Dressers
Walnut
Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
Late 20th Century Philippine Modern Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Late 20th Century American Post-Modern Dressers
Formica, Laminate, Wood
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
Vintage 1960s American Dressers
Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
Late 20th Century Federal Dressers
Cherry
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Rosewood, Walnut
Mid-20th Century Dressers
Oak
Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers
Teak
Mid-20th Century North American Chinese Chippendale Dressers
Mahogany
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Dressers
Rattan
Antique 19th Century English Edwardian Dressers
Pine
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Birch
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Credenzas
Hardwood
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Wood, Cane
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers
Teak
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers
Rosewood
Vintage 1920s French Louis XV Dressers
Kingwood
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Brass
20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Birch
Vintage 1960s American Hollywood Regency Dressers
Bronze
Antique Early 1800s Georgian Dressers
Oak
Antique Mid-19th Century Biedermeier Dressers
Cherry
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Teak
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Dressers
Hardwood, Paint
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Teak
Antique Late 19th Century American Eastlake Dressers
Wood
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers
Oak, Teak
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Walnut
Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Dressers
Bronze
Antique 1890s Japanese Baroque Dressers
Iron
Mid-20th Century American Dressers
Brass, Bronze
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A highboy dresser is used to store clothing and other items. A highboy looks like two chests of drawers stacked on top of one another. Traditionally, the bottom one is wider. Browse a range of vintage highboy dressers on 1stDibs.
- What are Bombay chests used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Bombay chests are also called bombe chests and are a chest of drawers that feature a distinctive curved or bowed shape. The term bombe is French for a curved piece of furniture, meaning bomb-shaped. This shape of chest originated in the early 1700s in an attempt to soften the lines of furniture and create a more comfortable and casual look. Shop a collection of Bombay chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a tansu chest used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A tansu chest is a Japanese cabinet designed for easy transportation and can store a variety of items, including clothes and personal items. Tansu chests often feature multiple compartments to keep items organized. Shop a selection of authentic tansu chests on 1stDibs.
- 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 ExpertApril 1, 2024The difference between a chest and a dresser is that 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.
The first step in finding the perfect dresser is considering your particular needs. Most tall dressers offer anywhere from five to seven drawers, essentially allowing for the organization of an entire wardrobe, while shorter, waist-height dresser varieties can be equipped with a convenient vanity mirror.
Find antique and vintage dressers for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Dressers are designed to offer a place for you to dress, with the top functioning as a table on which to place your clothing. It will offer space for a mirror, whereas chests of drawers are typically exactly that — they provide ample storage while taking up little floor space. A dresser is usually wide and short, while a chest of drawers is narrow and tall. Both types of furniture are commonly used to store clothing and other items in drawers. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dressers and chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs 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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