Swedish Painted Commode, Antiqued White
Located in Westwood, NJ
Swedish painted commode, this neo-classic painted commode in an antiqued white London mist finish
Wood
$3,515Sale Price|35% Off
H 45.67 in W 48.04 in D 18.9 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Sideboard Buffet Commode White C.1890
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1870/1890 antique Swedish Gustavian White painted Sideboard Buffet commode in gustavian style
Pine
$6,110Sale Price|25% Off
H 57.49 in W 36.62 in D 18.51 in
Antique Swedish Gustavian Painted Sideboard Buffet Commode White C.1850
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850 antique Swedish Gustavian White painted Sideboard Buffet commode in gustavian style with
Pine
$6,110Sale Price|25% Off
H 56.3 in W 31.89 in D 15.36 in
Antique Swedish Gustavian Painted Sideboard Buffet Commode White C.1860
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1860 antique Swedish Gustavian White painted Sideboard Buffet commode in gustavian style with
Pine
$3,515Sale Price|35% Off
H 46.46 in W 48.82 in D 26.38 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Tallboy, 19th Century White A
Located in Lewes, England
antique Swedish Gustavian painted chest of drawers commode with detailed hand painted designs on
Birch
$6,156Sale Price / set|25% Off
H 29.14 in W 16.54 in D 13 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Pair Commode Grey White Bedroom
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850 antique Swedish Gustavian Grey White painted chest of drawers commode in Gustavian style
Pine
$5,093Sale Price|25% Off
H 33.86 in W 33.67 in D 20.48 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Grey White C.1860
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850/1880 antique Swedish Gustavian Grey White painted chest of drawers commode in gustavian
Pine
$3,996Sale Price / set|42% Off
H 34 in W 46 in D 20.5 in
Superb Pair Cottage Chic Paint Decorated Soft White Swedish Gustavian Commodes
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This superb pair of Swedish Gustavian style commodes embodies the timeless elegance and rustic
Walnut
$3,515Sale Price|35% Off
H 38.78 in W 42.52 in D 18.12 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Sideboard Buffet Commode White C.1860 Green Gold
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850/1880 antique Swedish Gustavian green and gold painted chest of drawers buffet commode in
Pine
$5,083Sale Price|25% Off
H 35.04 in W 37.41 in D 20.08 in
Swedish Gustavian White Grey Painted Marble Top Chest of Drawers Commode 1875
Located in Lewes, England
Antique Swedish Gustavian White Grey painted plain front chest of drawers commode in gustavian
Pine
$6,850
H 40 in W 46 in D 22.5 in
18th Century Swedish Gustavian Grey/ White Painted Commode/ Chest of Drawers
Located in INTERLAKEN, NY
-bottom drawers. Later grey/white paint in the Scandinavian pallet. Sweden, late 1700's. Drawers function
Oak
$7,168Sale Price / set|25% Off
H 29.14 in W 35.56 in D 17.72 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Pair Commode Grey White C.1860 Carved
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850 antique Swedish Gustavian Grey White painted chest of drawers commode in gustavian style
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Gustavian White Painted Commode
Located in Westwood, NJ
Gustavian White Painted commode, The Swedish Neo Classic style Gustavian commode with a concave
Wood
Swedish pair of white 19th century painted chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish pair of white 19th century painted chest of drawers circa 1880. Good quality pair of
Pine, Paint
18th Century Swedish Oak Large White Chest of Four Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
professional antique white layered painted finish with gray undertones. The painted finish has been distressed
Brass
$4,500
H 32.25 in W 37 in D 18 in
Swedish Gustavian-Style Painted Chest of Drawers in Sienna and Antique White
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian-style chest of drawers, distinguished by its warm sienna tone and hand-painted
Pine
$2,510
H 33.5 in W 35.5 in D 18.75 in
Gustavian, Swedish Commode, Louis XVI Style, White Paint Distressed, 1990s
Located in Manhasset, NY
Gustavian, Swedish Commode, Louis XVI Style, White Paint Distressed, Sweden, 1990s Louis XVI style
Paint
Pair of Antique Swedish Gustavian Style White Painted Chests
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of antique Swedish Gustavian style white distressed painted chests. Tops are white with a
Wood
Unavailable
H 36.23 in W 33.47 in D 18.51 in
Beautiful Light Grey/White Gustavian Chest of Drawers Made in Sweden, circa 1780
Located in Aabenraa, DK
A charming Gustavian chest of drawers in a very nice light grey/white color. Front with three
Wood
Swedish White Painted Commode
Located in Westwood, NJ
Swedish white painted commode, this neo-classic painted commode with three long lockable drawers
Wood
Swedish White Painted Commode
Located in Westwood, NJ
Swedish white painted commode, 48" wide, this neo-classic painted commode with three long lockable
Wood
Swedish White Painted Commode
Located in Westwood, NJ
Swedish white painted commode, 48" wide, this neo-classic painted commode with three long lockable
Wood
Soft White Finish Pair Two Drawer Commodes, Sweden, 1860c
Located in New York, NY
1860c Swedish pair of two drawer commodes. Gustavian style. Soft white finish. Newly refinished
Wood
Swedish Gustavian Painted Sideboard Buffet Commode White C.1890
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1870/1890 antique Swedish Gustavian White painted Sideboard Buffet commode in gustavian style
Pine
Swedish Gustavian Painted Sideboard Buffet Commode White C.1890
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1870/1890 antique Swedish Gustavian White painted Sideboard Buffet commode in gustavian style
Pine
Swedish Gustavian Painted Sideboard Buffet Commode White C.1890
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1870/1890 antique Swedish Gustavian White painted Sideboard Buffet commode in gustavian style
Pine
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H 30.75 in W 39.25 in D 19.5 in
Swedish 1880s Gustavian Style Off White Painted Commode with Marbleized Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian style painted wood commode from circa 1880 with marbleized top and three
Wood
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H 38.59 in W 47.64 in D 16.15 in
19th Century Swedish Gustavian Grey/ White Painted Commode/ Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
Swedish Gustavian chest of drawers. White / light grey. Four drawers, square top over dentil
Pine
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H 32.68 in W 36.62 in D 21.66 in
Swedish Gustavian White Grey Painted Chest of Drawers Commode C.1870
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1860/1870 antique Swedish Gustavian White Grey painted plain front chest of drawers commode
Pine
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H 57.49 in W 36.62 in D 18.51 in
Antique Swedish Gustavian Painted Sideboard Buffet Commode White C.1850
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850 antique Swedish Gustavian White painted Sideboard Buffet commode in gustavian style with
Pine
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H 56.3 in W 31.89 in D 15.36 in
Antique Swedish Gustavian Painted Sideboard Buffet Commode White C.1860
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1860 antique Swedish Gustavian White painted Sideboard Buffet commode in gustavian style with
Pine
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H 57.49 in W 36.62 in D 18.51 in
Antique Swedish Gustavian Painted Sideboard Buffet Commode White C.1850
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850 antique Swedish Gustavian White painted Sideboard Buffet commode in gustavian style with
Pine
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H 57.49 in W 36.62 in D 18.51 in
Antique Swedish Gustavian Painted Sideboard Buffet Commode White C.1850
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850 antique Swedish Gustavian White painted Sideboard Buffet commode in gustavian style with
Pine
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H 57.49 in W 36.62 in D 18.51 in
Antique Swedish Gustavian Painted Sideboard Buffet Commode White C.1850
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850 antique Swedish Gustavian White painted Sideboard Buffet commode in gustavian style with
Pine
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H 56.3 in W 31.89 in D 15.36 in
Antique Swedish Gustavian Painted Sideboard Buffet Commode White C.1860
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1860 antique Swedish Gustavian White painted Sideboard Buffet commode in gustavian style with
Pine
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H 56.3 in W 31.89 in D 15.36 in
Antique Swedish Gustavian Painted Sideboard Buffet Commode White C.1860
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1860 antique Swedish Gustavian White painted Sideboard Buffet commode in gustavian style with
Pine
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H 56.3 in W 31.89 in D 15.36 in
Antique Swedish Gustavian Painted Sideboard Buffet Commode White C.1860
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1860 antique Swedish Gustavian White painted Sideboard Buffet commode in gustavian style with
Pine
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H 37 in W 36 in D 18.25 in
19th Century Grey-White Swedish Gustavian Pinewood Commode, Antique Chest
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A light-grey, white antique Swedish Gustavian single nightstand made of hand crafted Pinewood with
Metal, Chrome
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H 29 in W 37.5 in D 18.75 in
Gustavian, Swedish Painted Commodes, Greek Key, White and Blue Paint Distressed
Located in Manhasset, NY
Gustavian, Swedish Painted Commodes or Nightstands, Greek Key Motif, White and Blue Paint
Paint
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H 46.46 in W 48.82 in D 26.38 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Tallboy, 19th Century White A
Located in Lewes, England
19th century antique Swedish Gustavian painted chest of drawers commode with detailed hand painted
Birch
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H 46.46 in W 48.82 in D 26.38 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Tallboy, 19th Century White A
Located in Lewes, England
antique Swedish Gustavian painted chest of drawers commode with detailed hand painted designs on
Birch
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H 46.46 in W 48.82 in D 26.38 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Tallboy, 19th Century White A
Located in Lewes, England
antique Swedish Gustavian painted chest of drawers commode with detailed hand painted designs on
Birch
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H 43 in W 43 in D 16.5 in
19th Century White Grey Swedish Gustavian Sideboard, Pinewood, Chrome Commode
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique Swedish Gustavian sideboard made of hand carved Pinewood and chrome, comprised of two
Metal, Chrome
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H 32.68 in W 31.5 in D 18.12 in
Pair Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Tallboy Grey White
Located in Lewes, England
Mid 1800s pair of antique Swedish Gustavian painted chest of drawers commode in gustavian style
Pine
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H 32.68 in W 40.16 in D 21.26 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Grey White C.1850
Located in Lewes, England
1850/1860 antique Swedish Gustavian Grey White painted chest of drawers commode in gustavian style with
Pine
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H 31.7 in W 34.65 in D 19.89 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Tallboy 1870 Grey White
Located in Lewes, England
C 1870 antique Swedish Gustavian painted chest of drawers commode with detailed decorative motifs
Pine
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H 29.93 in W 38.19 in D 18.9 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Tallboy 1850 Grey White
Located in Lewes, England
C mid 1800s antique Swedish Gustavian painted chest of drawers commode with detailed decorative
Pine
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H 34.65 in W 32.29 in D 17.72 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Tallboy 1860 Grey White
Located in Lewes, England
C 1860 antique Swedish Gustavian painted chest of drawers commode with detailed decorative motifs
Pine
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H 32.68 in W 36.62 in D 21.66 in
Swedish Gustavian White Grey Painted Chest of Drawers Commode C.1870
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1860/1870 antique Swedish Gustavian White Grey painted plain front chest of drawers commode
Pine
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H 32.68 in W 36.62 in D 21.66 in
Swedish Gustavian White Grey Painted Chest of Drawers Commode C.1870
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1860/1870 antique Swedish Gustavian White Grey painted plain front chest of drawers commode
Pine
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H 33.86 in W 33.67 in D 20.48 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Grey White C.1860
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850/1880 antique Swedish Gustavian Grey White painted chest of drawers commode in gustavian
Pine
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H 33.86 in W 33.67 in D 20.48 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Grey White C.1860
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850/1880 antique Swedish Gustavian Grey White painted chest of drawers commode in gustavian
Pine
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H 33.86 in W 33.67 in D 20.48 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Grey White C.1860
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850/1880 antique Swedish Gustavian Grey White painted chest of drawers commode in
Pine
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H 33.86 in W 33.67 in D 20.48 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Grey White C.1860
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850/1880 antique Swedish Gustavian Grey White painted chest of drawers commode in gustavian
Pine
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H 32.09 in W 34.26 in D 18.9 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Grey White Pair Brakefront
Located in Lewes, England
Circa mid 1800s pair of antique Swedish Gustavian painted chest of drawers commode in gustavian
Pine
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H 29.14 in W 16.54 in D 13 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Pair Commode Grey White Bedroom
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850 antique Swedish Gustavian Grey White painted chest of drawers commode in Gustavian style
Pine
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H 29.14 in W 16.54 in D 13 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Pair Commode Grey White Bedroom
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850 antique Swedish Gustavian Grey White painted chest of drawers commode in Gustavian style
Pine
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H 29.14 in W 16.54 in D 13 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Pair Commode Grey White Bedroom
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850 antique Swedish Gustavian Grey White painted chest of drawers commode in Gustavian style
Pine
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H 35.83 in W 43.12 in D 21.46 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Grey White C.1860
Located in Lewes, England
quote via the 1st dibs system on this item. Circa 1860/1870 antique Swedish Gustavian Grey White
Pine
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H 38.78 in W 42.52 in D 18.12 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Sideboard Buffet Commode White C.1860 Green Gold
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850/1880 antique Swedish Gustavian green and gold painted chest of drawers buffet commode in
Pine
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H 32 in W 30 in L 32 in
20th Century White Pair of Swedish Gustavian Chests, Antique Pinewood Commodes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An antique pair of Swedish Gustavian chests made of hand carved pinewood and brass with two drawers
Metal, Brass
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H 33.67 in W 33.08 in D 19.69 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Black Top Grey White, 1860
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1860 antique Swedish Gustavian painted chest of drawers commode in gustavian style with great
Pine
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H 33.67 in W 33.08 in D 19.69 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Black Top Grey White Pair
Located in Lewes, England
antique Swedish Gustavian painted chest of drawers commode in gustavian style with great circular detail
Pine
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H 35.04 in W 37.41 in D 20.08 in
Swedish Gustavian White Grey Painted Marble Top Chest of Drawers Commode 1875
Located in Lewes, England
Antique Swedish Gustavian White Grey painted plain front chest of drawers commode in gustavian
Pine
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H 35.83 in W 43.12 in D 21.46 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Commode Grey White C.1860 A
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1860/1870 antique Swedish Gustavian Grey White painted brakefront chest of drawers commode
Pine
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H 35.04 in W 37.41 in D 20.08 in
Swedish Gustavian White Grey Painted Marble Top Chest of Drawers Commode 1875
Located in Lewes, England
Antique Swedish Gustavian White Grey painted plain front chest of drawers commode in gustavian
Pine
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H 32.68 in W 51.58 in D 21.66 in
Swedish Gustavian White Grey Gold Painted Chest of Drawers Commode C.1790
Located in Lewes, England
) Gustavian White Grey painted chest of drawers commode with classic rococo style feet and drawer front detail
Pine
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H 32.68 in W 51.58 in D 21.66 in
Swedish Gustavian White Grey Gold Painted Chest of Drawers Commode C.1790
Located in Lewes, England
) Gustavian White Grey painted chest of drawers commode with classic rococo style feet and drawer front detail
Pine
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H 29.14 in W 35.56 in D 17.72 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Pair Commode Grey White C.1860 Carved
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850 antique Swedish Gustavian Grey White painted chest of drawers commode in gustavian style
Pine
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H 29.14 in W 35.56 in D 17.72 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Pair Commode Grey White C.1860 Carved
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850 antique Swedish Gustavian Grey White painted chest of drawers commode in gustavian
Pine
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H 29.14 in W 35.56 in D 17.72 in
Swedish Gustavian Painted Chest of Drawers Pair Commode Grey White C.1860 Carved
Located in Lewes, England
Circa 1850 antique Swedish Gustavian Grey White painted chest of drawers commode in gustavian style
Pine
Pair of White Distressed Painted Gustavian Style Dressers Commodes
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a beautiful pair of custom made hand carved white painted commodes in the Swedish style
Pine
White Swedish Three Drawer Chest
Located in Troy, MI
This antique Swedish chest has a painted white finish and three drawers.
Wood
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H 31.5 in W 38.5 in D 16 in
19th Century Swedish Gustavian White Painted Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden
Located in Round Top, TX
, Greek key motif and tapered fluted feet. The newer, professionally applied layered white painted finish
Brass
$2,121 / item
H 4.15 in W 5.35 in D 7.75 in
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' Verdigris Patinated Outdoor Sconce
By Örsjö Industri AB, Hans-Agne Jakobsson
Located in Glendale, CA
Hans-Agne Jakobsson 'Mini-Tratten' verdigris patinated outdoor sconce. An exclusive made for U.S. and UL listed authorized re-edition of the classic Swedish design executed in rich v...
Metal
Classic Empire Center Table, Oatmeal
Located in Westwood, NJ
A Classic Empire style grey cerused oak oatmeal stained center table with a carved ogee edge, raised on an octagonal pedestal base. Dimensions: 42" W x 42" D x 30" H. Clearance: 27"
Wood
$950 / item
H 25.6 in W 32.67 in D 13.78 in
New Black Wrought Iron Curule Bench with Cushion, Savonarola, Throne
Located in Miami, FL
New black wrought iron curule bench with cushion, Savonarola, Throne. Cushion included.
Iron
$3,950
H 30.6 in W 32.7 in D 15.75 in
Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Chest with Five Drawers and Fluted Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Gustavian style painted chestwith five drawers, discreetly marbleized top, carved fluted accents, tapered feet and fluted side posts. Experience the quiet elegance of Scand...
Wood
$16,900 / set
H 30 in W 38.75 in D 19.25 in
Antique Swedish Gustavian Pine Chests, Circa 1870-1890, Neoclassical
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 19th Century, antique pair of light-grey Swedish Gustavian chests made of hand crafted painted Pinewood with two large drawers and one small one, in good condition. The Scandinavia...
Metal, Bronze
$2,000 / item
H 8.5 in Dm 17.5 in
Vintage Inspired Handcrafted Fluted Farmhouse Porcelain Pendant Light
By DBO Home
Located in Sharon, CT
Classic, elegant, with a perfectly imperfect touch. We just love our new porcelain Parasol Fluted Pendants. Inspired by a vintage pie cover, we designed them to hang over our kitchen...
Brass
Pair of Neo Classic Incurved Nightstands
Located in Westwood, NJ
Made of mahogany and finished in our Antique French Oak finish, this bedside table showcases the timeless beauty of classic design with a contemporary twist. The warm tones and rich...
Wood
$6,079Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 19.69 in W 70.87 in D 27.56 in
Custom Oak & Cream Bouclé Daybed by Fosfeen Handcrafted, Made to Order
Located in Plymouth, GB
A handcrafted oak and cream bouclé daybed from Fosfeen’s Sunday Collection. Made to order with full customisation available, including COM, finishes, and dimensions. The Sunday Dayb...
Bouclé, Oak, Fabric, Textile, Upholstery, Wood, Hardwood
The Howard, Custom Made Belgian Linen Armchair
Located in Jesteburg, DE
Introducing the home collection. A small selection of timeless Flemish designs made by hand for us in a small third generation workshop in Belgium. Has been used by many influent...
Linen
$13,719 / item
H 49.22 in Dm 70.87 in
Brass and Parchment Paper Chandelier by Diego Mardegan for Glustin Luminaires
By Diego Mardegan
Located in Saint-Ouen, IDF
Impressive chandelier made of white enameled brass arms holding six beautiful parchment paper shades, which can be adjusted thanks to the handle of each socket. Signed by the arti...
Brass
LU Louis Sconce PB
By Lumfardo Luminaires
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome LU Louis sconce. An all brass wall sconce in patinated brass with patterned perforations by Lumfardo Luminaires. Made contemporary in the US. Multiples available for order. ...
Brass
19th century Swedish painted pine chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century Swedish painted pine chest of drawers circa 1880. Good quality 3 drawer chest of drawers painted in a light coral paint effect. 2 plank top surface, with 3 drawers of ...
Pine, Paint
A set of French Neoclassic Alabaster Light Fixture, Sold Individually
Located in New York, NY
A set of five, circa 1960's French neoclassic style carved alabaster light fixture. Sold individually. Measurements: Current drop: 24" Diameter: 25"
Alabaster
Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Gustavian style 3 drawer chest, its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White".
Wood
18th Century German Baroque Chest of Drawers
Located in Charleston, SC
18th Century German Baroque painted chest of drawers with serpentine front drawers on tapered feet in later paint.
Bronze
Gustavian 19th Century Grey Painted 3 Drawer Dresser
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Late Swedish 19th century painted chest of drawers. This 3 drawer dresser has a charming break front style with the original brass hardware.
Bronze
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.