Pair of Washed Oak White Marble Tops 5 Drawers Bachelor Chests Dressers MINT!
By Baker Furniture Company, Bloomingdale's
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Italian Washed Oak White Marble Tops 5 Drawers Bachelor Chests Dressers for Bloomingdale's MINT!
Marble
Vintage French Bleached and White Washed Oak Chests
Located in Dallas, TX
Very fine vintage French bleached and white washed oak chests. Mixes well with a variety of decors and great storage as well!
Oak
French White Washed Oak Dresser of Bombay Shape, 19th Century
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A French white washed oak dresser of Bombay shape, 4 drawers, 19th century.
Oak
Sold
H 34.75 in W 49 in D 23.25 in
A French Neoclassical white washed and carved oak commode, C. 1850.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Shabby Chic Elegance with Old World Charm! Bring timeless beauty into your home with this antique French neoclassical commode, a stunning blend of elegant refinement and rustic charm...
Oak
White Wash Oak Finish Mid-Century Modern High Chest Dresser by Slight
By Jay Spectre
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Newly refinished in white wash oak sleek looking Mid-Century Modern high chest dresser by Slight.
Oak
Sold
H 30 in W 54 in D 21 in
Solid Oak White Wash Eight Drawers Mid-Century Modern Double Dresser Credenza
By Jay Spectre
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern solid oak white wash finish double dresser by Slight.
Oak
Restored American of Martinsville 6 Drawer Chest- Pair Available
By American of Martinsville
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisite example from a rare series by American of Martinsville, circa 1960. Stout, expertly made mahogany case construction restored in cream lacquer. Fabulous, chunky solid bra...
Brass
$2,732Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 27.56 in W 37.8 in D 19.69 in
Interlubke Made in Germany Marble Topped Chest of and Pair of Bedside Drawers
By Interlübke
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely bedroom suite of Interlubke made in West Germany vintage marble topped drawers A very decorative and extremely heavy suite of bedroo...
Marble
$25,500 / set
H 35.25 in W 55.25 in D 21 in
Pair of French 19th Century Three-Drawer Walnut Commodes with White Marble Tops
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French Neoclassical style walnut commodes from the 19th century, with white marble tops, three drawers, fluted side posts, tapered legs and brass hardware. Created in Franc...
Marble, Brass
$10,844 / set
H 38 in W 50.01 in D 23.63 in
19th Century Italian Bleached Walnut Louis Philippe Chest Of Drawers Pair
Located in Viterbo, VT
Pair of Italian Carlo X, Louis Philippe, chest of drawers hand-made using walnut and decorated with walnut flamed veneer. The two chests are the same size and were originally made to...
Marble
$4,400 / set
H 38 in W 33 in D 16 in
Pair of Founders Blond Pecan Bachelor Chests Dressers Large Night Stands Mint
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of founders blond pecan bachelor chests dressers large night stands mint! All solid hardwood dovetail joints construction.
Hardwood
$6,000
H 34 in W 48 in D 21 in
Pair of Lorin Jackson For Grosfeld House Hollywood Regency Modern White Dressers
By Lorin Jackson
Located in Long Branch, NJ
Pair of Lorin Jackson For Grosfeld House Hollywood Regency Modern White Dressers Dimensions : 48" Wide X 21" Deep X 34" Tall This gorgeous pair of dressers were made by Grosfeld Ho...
Mahogany
$4,320Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 32.25 in W 36 in D 19 in
Pair of Michael Taylor for Baker Far East Collection Dresser Chests Commode
By Baker Furniture Company, Baker Far East Collection, Michael Taylor
Located in Hudson, NY
Exceptional pair of solid wood dressers designed by Michael Taylor for the very collectable "Far East Collection" by Baker Furniture. This pair has been expertly refinished by Columb...
Wood, Elm
$4,200 / set
H 30 in W 30 in D 19 in
Pair of White Lacquer Faux Bamboo Large Nightstands Three-Drawer Bachelor Chests
By Henredon, Thomasville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern white lacquer faux bamboo large nightstands or bachelor chest. Solid brass hardware.
Faux Bamboo
$3,800
H 24 in W 22 in D 17 in
Pair of Faux Bamboo Beige White Lacquer Two Drawers Nightstands End Tables MINT!
By Ficks Reed
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Faux Bamboo Beige White Lacquer Two Drawers Nightstands End Tables MINT!
Brass
Vintage Two-Tone Wood Dressers - Set of 2
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This exquisite pair of vintage dressers showcases a masterfully executed two-tone aesthetic, blending refined Neoclassical elegance with mid-century sophistication. The honey-toned w...
Brass
Pair of White Lacquer Brass Pulls Bachelor Chests or Dressers
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of very nice brass pulls white lacquer three-drawer cabinets.
Walnut
$36,000 / set
H 31 in W 38 in D 22 in
Exceptional Pair of Modern Commodes by American of Martinsville, circa 1950
By American of Martinsville
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent pair of commodes is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation r...
Mahogany
$1,762Sale Price / set|25% Off
H 24 in W 24 in D 16 in
Pair White Furniture Italian Tuscan Style Fruitwood Bedside Tables
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair White Furniture Italian Tuscan Style Fruitwood Bedside Tables Measure is 24" in width x 16" in depth x 24" in height.
Fruitwood
$8,500 / set
H 39 in W 39 in D 20.5 in
Pair of Architect Meyer H Loomstein White Lacquered Chests with Greek Key Frames
By Grosfeld House
Located in St. Louis, MO
Pair of classical modern matching chests designed by St. Louis Modernist Architect Meyer H. Loomstein and built by his furniture studio Guild Craftsmen in the 1940s. Shown in white l...
Lucite, Lacquer
$18,000 / set
H 34.5 in W 45.25 in D 21 in
Pair of French Neoclassical Style 1930s Painted Chests with Marble Tops
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French Neoclassical style painted wood three-drawer chests from circa 1930 with light grey marble tops, graduated drawers, carved fluted side posts and tapered legs. Elevat...
Marble
Stacked Dressers in Limed Oak
By Stamford Modern
Located in Westport, CT
Inspired by the iconic designer Paul Frankl, these rustic modern dressers blend timeless elegance with contemporary flair. The oversized drawer frames and subtly curved fronts create...
Nickel
$34,000
H 32 in W 48 in D 20 in
Pair Available- Breathtaking Restored Art Deco Commode by Widdicomb, circa 1938
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent commodes are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. ...
Brass
$1,800 / item
H 22.38 in W 68.89 in D 27.55 in
Vintage French Style Wrought Iron Chaise Longue with Cushion
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage French style wrought iron chaise longue with cushion The wrought iron patio or porch garden chaise longue has two wheels for easy moveability and four positions for the ba...
Wrought Iron
$12,600Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 37 in W 20.5 in D 37 in
Paul Evans for Directional Set of Eight Dining Chairs
By Directional, Paul Evans
Located in Kansas City, MO
Set of eight dining chairs designed by Paul Evans and produced by Directional. Two armchairs and six side chairs, all expertly reupholstered a grey Maharam fabric. Great style and co...
Upholstery, Mahogany
$900Sale Price|50% Off
H 10 in W 11 in D 4 in
Large Palwa Austrian Crystal 1960s Mid Century Wall Light
By Palwa
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and luxurious 1960s Austrian crystal Mid century wall lights composed of numerous cut crystals set in a gold plated frame by the lighting maker , Palwa. Rewired. 3 candel...
Crystal, Gold, Brass
$671Sale Price / set|25% Off
H 30.5 in W 86.5 in D 19.5 in
Fun Authentic Vintage Collapsible German Beer Garden Table and Bench Set
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Vintage collapsible German beer garden table and bench set, consisting of a folding table and two folding benches with original paint. Great size and color, very sturdy, show signs o...
Metal
Vintage Blanket Covered Ottoman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Pendleton Plaid blanket covered beautiful ottoman with wooden George Smith legs and original Brass casters. Great comfort, when you sit on this ottoman you sink in a bit just...
Wool
$2,595 / set
H 31.25 in W 34 in D 22 in
Ralph Lauren Style Organic Modern Woven Wicker Rattan Bedside Chests, Pair
By Ralph Lauren
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Organic Modern three-drawer nightstands or chests of drawers In the manner of Ralph Lauren or Bielecky Brothers USA, Circa Late 20th Century Woven wicker rattan...
Wicker, Rattan, Glass
$10,958Sale Price|25% Off
H 88.59 in W 125.99 in D 16.54 in
Red Burgundy Lacquered Modular Shelf / Wall Unit by Willy Rizzo, Italy ca. 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Geneva, CH
Vintage red burgundy lacquered laminated wood with chrome trims modular shelf by Willy Rizzo made in Italy ca. 1972. Very good condition Dimensions as shown on the pictures : W 320 ...
Metal
French Country Demilune Cabinet
Located in Westwood, NJ
French Country Demilune cabinet with a rustic warm polished finish on pine with curved doors to the sides and two reeded center doors, each section fitted with shelves. Dimension...
Wood
Travertine Console Table, 1980s
Located in Hamburg, PA
A minimalist beige Roche Bobois-style travertine marble console with natural beveled edges. This console table would look great in an entryway or accenting a beautiful sculpture as s...
Travertine
Custom George Smith Espresso Tufted Leather Sofa
By George Smith
Located in New York, NY
An original custom made soft mottled dark espresso leather tufted with brass tacks and mahogany wood legs by famed bespoke British furniture maker, George Smith. Original label. Exc...
Leather, Hardwood
Art Deco Burl Coffee Table
Located in Westwood, NJ
Featuring a sleek rectangular design, this table is crafted with luxurious golden mappa burl wood veneer, showcasing the intricate grain patterns that exude sophistication. A spaciou...
Brass
$8,500 / set
H 32.25 in W 40 in D 18 in
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Chinoiserie Burled Walnut Bar Cabinets, Pair
By Baker Furniture Company, Michael Taylor
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional pair of mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie compact credenzas, sideboard buffets, or bar cabinets By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East Collec...
Nickel
$5,570Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 38.98 in W 27.56 in D 34.65 in
Pair of Paolo Buffa Mid-Century Modern Italian Bouclè Armchairs by Framar, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa, Framar
Located in Puglia, Puglia
Pair of Wingback armchairs designed by Paolo Buffa and produced by Framar in the 1950s. The armchairs have been restored and upholstered with sugar paper-colored bouclé fabric. Paolo...
Bouclé, Walnut
Antique early 19th century Swedish Farmhouse Folk Art Bench
Located in Leesburg, VA
Antique early 19th century Swedish Farmhouse Folk Art Bench Anonymous Sweden; ca. 1800 Polychrome Pinewood Approximate size: 34 (h) x 70.5 (w) x 20 (d) in.; seat height: 18.5 in. ...
Iron
$4,400
H 27 in W 32 in D 30 in
Pair of Vintage c1970s Swivel Bases Barrel Back Lounge Club Arm Chairs MINT
By Milo Baughman
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Vintage c1970s Swivel Bases Barrel Back Lounge Club Arm Chairs MINT
Upholstery
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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