$5,520Sale Price|20% Off
18th Century Country French Walnut Marble Top Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
18th Century Country French Walnut Marble Top Commode ~ Chest of Drawers was considered a luxury during its era, when closets had yet to be invented and having lots of clothes was re...
Marble, Bronze
Early 19th Century French Country Chest of Drawers, circa 1800, France
Located in Girona, Spain
DESCRIPTION: Early 19th Century French Country Chest of Drawers, circa 1800, France Bleached Walnut Large and Double Drawers Unique and Decorative CONDITION: Good condition.
Walnut
Vintage Italian French Country Louis XV Carved Walnut Commode Chest Dresser
Located in Dayton, OH
This magnificent vintage Italian-made French Louis XV / Provincial style commode chest of drawers showcases an exceptional level of traditional European artistry and ornamental flair...
Walnut
Country French Louis XV Walnut Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Charming Country French Louis XV styling gives this walnut commode a graceful, well-defined silhouette that immediately draws the eye. Each drawer is shaped in a serpentine form ref...
Bronze
Antique Country French Regence Walnut Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Regence Walnut Commode was hand-crafted from the premier indigenous hardwood of Europe, sumptuous French walnut! The beveled top features a subtle bowed conto...
Bronze
Country French 18th Century Walnut Three-Drawer Commode
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A handsome and most elegant Country French 18th century walnut three-drawer commode.
Walnut
18th Century Country French Louis XIV Walnut Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
The Country French commode has long been admired for its ability to unite beauty, usefulness and a sense of gracious permanence. Inspired by the formal styles of the French court and...
Bronze
$2,399Sale Price|20% Off
French Louis XV Style Walnut French Country Three Drawer Commode
By Auffray Furniture
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This elegant French Louis XV style commode embodies the charm and craftsmanship of classic French country design.
Bronze
$3,116Sale Price|20% Off
Late 18th Century French Country Walnut Commode with Bronze Hardware
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This exquisite late 18th century French Country walnut commode showcases the timeless elegance and craftsmanship of provincial furniture from the Louis XV period. Made from rich, han...
Walnut
Country French Bombay Shape Massive Solid Wood Three Drawers Dresser Chest
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Country French Bombay shape massive solid wood three drawers dresser chest.
Walnut
$1,276Sale Price|20% Off
Louis XV Style Country French Commode Chest of Drawers Server Cabinet Dresser
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This Louis XV style Country French commode chest of drawers is a fine example of traditional provincial craftsmanship with timeless charm and versatile function. Crafted in richly to...
Walnut
$2,396Sale Price|20% Off
Gorgeous Carved Walnut Floral French Louis XV Country Commode, Circa 1970
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This gorgeous carved walnut floral French Louis XV Country commode, circa 1970, beautifully captures the timeless elegance of provincial design while offering exceptional craftsmansh...
Walnut
$3,000Sale Price|20% Off
Fantastic Hand-made Country French Dark Walnut Louis XV Bombe Dresser Commode
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This fantastic hand-made Louis XV style bombe commode is a timeless example of fine French country craftsmanship. Constructed from solid dark walnut, the dresser showcases a warm, ri...
Bronze
18th Century Louis XVI Country Style Walnut Commode
Located in Phoenix, AZ
18th Century Louis XVI Country Style Walnut Commode with Sculpture De Vagues and Bow in the Center. Beautiful Acanthus Leaves Carved on Legs and Sides. Gorgeous piece purchased in Fr...
Walnut
19th Century Country French 3 Drawer Commode
Located in Norwood, NJ
Beautiful 19th century French country 3 drawer hand carved Louis XV style commode. Bottom apron adorned with two swags centered with acanthus leaf at center. Book matched walnut vene...
Walnut
Early 20th Century French Burr Walnut Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Pretty French burr walnut boule commode dating to the early 20th Century. This commode has a fantastic form. It has stunning graining and colour throughout which are highlighted b...
Walnut
Louis XV Period French Country Commode, Circa 1780
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A walnut, Country French commode with three drawers above two long drawers, raised panels, and a nicely carved apron. Original bronze pull handles and escutcheons. Circa 1780. Serpen...
Bronze
$3,196Sale Price|20% Off
Fine Quality Auffray Attributed Country French Commode with Italian Paper Lining
By Auffray Furniture
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This fine quality Country French commode, attributed to the renowned furniture maker Auffray, exemplifies the elegance and craftsmanship associated with high-end French Provincial de...
Brass
Antique French Commode or Pantalonnière Walnut Great Patina Unrestored c1700's
Located in Highwood, IL
Antique French Commode commonly referred to as a Pantalonnière, which simply means trousers. The concept of a Pantalonnière Commode was that it enabled you to lay out your cloths wit...
Oak, Walnut
Vintage French Country Provincial Walnut Fruitwood Tall Chest Dresser Cabinet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Vintage French Country Provincial Walnut Fruitwood Tall Chest Dresser Cabinet.
Walnut
18th Century French Louis XV Carved Walnut Bombe Two-Drawer Commode from Nimes
Located in Dallas, TX
Place this exceptional and rare chest of drawers in an entry, living room or master bedroom for the ultimate Country French look!
Bronze
French Serpentine Rare Two Drawer Commode
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
A French 19th Century decoratively carved serpentine Walnut two drawer bleached commode with original its hardware. A wonderful top with pronounced notting over two serpentine carved...
Walnut
Antique 1800s French Country Granite Top Chest Of Drawers Dresser Nightstand
Located in Lake Worth, FL
For FULL item description click on More Details below. Shipping Quote Information The shipping quote stated in the listing was from 1st Dibs and they normally set all the costs and ...
Granite, Brass
18th Century French Provincial Serpentine Commode
Located in Birmingham, AL
18th century French Provincial serpentine commode made from walnut with impressive brass hardware.
Walnut
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H 102.37 in W 57.09 in D 25.6 in
1760's Sideboard Chest Dresser Louis XV Walnut Country Lyon
Located in Lyon, RH-Alps
1760's sideboard chest dresser louis XV typical from lyonnaise area france in walnut wood very nice quality with 4 doors and 2 drawers just need to be waxed
Walnut
French Country Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
French Country rustic walnut chest of drawers with three drawers, column form styles, with a stepped pedestal base on bracket feet and brass ring handles.
Wood
18th Century Country French Commode or Chest
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Very rare, country French, solid walnut hand-carved commode. Beautiful patina and highly ornate brass detailing. Late 18th century, circa 1780. In excellent original condition.
Brass
Antique Marble Top French Country Walnut Chest Commode
Located in North York, ON
Solid brass hardware, English solid dovetail joinery, dust protectors, and walnut construction, this French Country chest is very high quality.
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H 24 in W 24 in D 21 in
Davis Cabinet French Country Walnut Serpentine Commode Chest Table Nightstand
By Davis Cabinet Company
Located in Dayton, OH
"Vintage Davis Cabinet Company commode or side table. Made of Walnut featuring square serpentine form with two drawers, carved accents and cabriole legs. Circa late 20th century, Nas...
Walnut
Country French Commode or Chest of Drawers
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century country French commode, or chest of drawers, made of veneer of walnut over pine with book-matched veneer on front face.
Brass
Country French Louis XV Style Walnut Commode
Located in Birmingham, AL
Charming Country French Louis XV style walnut commode with serpentine front, four carved drawers, bronze hardware and paneled sides. Shaped apron resting on short cabriole legs endin...
Walnut
Pair of French Provincial Style Walnut Chests
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of French Provincial style chests of drawers, circa 1960s, the serpentine top over a conforming case fitted with three drawers decorated with brass pulls, raised on short cabrio...
Antique French Commode Country Bombe Chest Drawers 1900
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Stylish French provincial commode in walnut Classic bombe form decorated with intricate hand carved floral motifs Great collectors piece we date to circa 1900 Offered in great sh...
Walnut
18th Century Country French Walnut Louis XVI Period Grain Trunk
Located in Birmingham, AL
Charming antique country French solid walnut Louis XVI maie or grain trunk with hand-forged iron hinges and top that lifts, raised on toupie feet. Great interior storage.
Walnut
Early 19th century painted walnut French commode / chest of drawers
Located in Budleigh Salterton, GB
Early 19th century painted walnut small commode/chest of drawers. French Circa 1820’s.With lovely brass handles and a dark distressed paint finish. Height 32.5 inches or 82.5 cms Wid...
Walnut
Clean Heavy Solid Walnut French Country Commode Dresser
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a super clean French country style commode or dresser that was made by Wellington Hall. This commode is solid, heavy and beefy. The commode is in very good vintage condition ...
Walnut
Antique Country French Louis XIV Walnut Marble Top Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Louis XIV Walnut Marble Top Commode will make a splendid addition to any room! Combining the charm of Country French flair with the regal nature of Louis XIV ...
Marble, Bronze
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H 41.25 in W 55.5 in D 17 in
18th Century French Country Louis XV Period Walnut Bordelaise Buffet
Located in Birmingham, AL
An 18th century French Country Louis XV period buffet handcrafted of solid walnut by talented artisans in Bordeaux, a wealthy port city that promoted trade with Africa, the West Indi...
Iron
Don Rousseau Style Country French Commode
By Don Rousseau
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Don Rousseau style Country French style distressed finish 2-drawer commode.
Walnut
Sold
H 35 in W 48 in D 22 in
Quality Carved Walnut Romweber French Country Dresser Commode, Circa 1950
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Romweber. 3 Dovetail drawers. Brass accents. Brass hardware. Measures: 35" H X 47 3/4" W X 22" D. This would be perfect for painting. There are minor scuffs and scratches which we wi...
Walnut
Fine Quality Country French Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Commode
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This Country French Louis XV style carved walnut commode is a timeless example of 18th-century-inspired craftsmanship and rustic refinement. Featuring a warm walnut finish, the commo...
Walnut
18th Century French Country Commode
Located in New York, NY
Hand-crafted in the 18th Century, this French country commode consists of a well-aged walnut with a warm red-brown tone. There are two drawers that offer ample storage space. They re...
Walnut
Walnut French Country Louis XV Style Buffet Sideboard Server
By Drexel
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a beautiful French style buffet that while not old, looks antique and will certainly make a dramatic change and add warmth to your design scheme. The antique styling is remin...
Wood
19th Century Country French Style Commode
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
19th century country French style commode Beautiful walnut carved three-drawer chest with aged patina.
Walnut
French Kingwood and Walnut Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Delightful late 19th century French kingwood and walnut commode. The top, drawer fronts and sides of this commode are all inlaid with walnut panels surrounded by wide bandings of...
Kingwood, Walnut
19th Century Country French Regence Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
With an undulating facade called en arbalete by the French, this 19th century country French Regence commode is in excellent condition, and features exquisitely carved shell motifs a...
Burl, Walnut
Fine AUFFRAY & CO COUNTRY FRENCH DRESSER
By Auffray Furniture
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Wood .Carved. 9 drawers. Brass hardware. 34 3/4" h x 76 1/4" w x 21" d. Condition Scratches. Minor finish loss.
Walnut
18th Century French Breakfront Walnut Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
A good example of an 18th Century French, Alsace region, walnut commode. With satinwood stringing and good colour and patina. With antique handles which complete this attractive and ...
Brass
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H 34 in W 51.5 in D 20.5 in
Companion Pair of Baker Country French Louis XV Commodes Nightstands C1960
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Companion pair of Baker Country French 2-drawer commodes.
Walnut
Pair Antique Distressed Country French Commodes Nightstands
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
These gorgeous nightstands or commodes are made to look antique with intentional distressed wood with an antique finish too. The drawers are super-smooth with metal slides. The commo...
Walnut
18th Century French Walnut Commode
Located in Round Top, TX
18th century French ,walnut, 3 draws commode with its original hardware
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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