Oyster Veneered William and Mary Chest
Located in Greenwich, CT
Fine William and Mary period oyster veneered chest of drawers, the top decorated in an unusual pattern of scrolls and hearts over an oyster patterned ground, in walnut and oak with o...
Walnut
William And Mary Oyster Veneer Chest Of Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
Quality William and Mary oyster veneer chest with finely figured veneers and tear drop pulls ending on bun feet.
Brass
William and Mary Oyster Veneer Chest of Drawers
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th century William and Mary burl cross-branded oyster veneered walnut chest of drawers.
Wood
$18,190Sale Price|20% Off
William & Mary Period Oyster Laburnum and Walnut Chest
Located in Lymington, GB
An English William & Mary-period oyster laburnum and walnut chest, circa 1700.
Walnut
William And Mary Oyster Burl Walnut Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bradenton, FL
William and Mary oyster veneer Chest of Drawers, late 17th/early 18thc.
Burl
William and Mary Period Oyster Chest with Holly Banding
Located in Harrodsburg, KY
A William and Mary period chest of two short drawers over three long graduated drawers.
Brass
English Oyster Veneer Chest of Drawers – William and Mary Style
By Jonathan Charles
Located in Westwood, NJ
The classic bun feet, typical of William and Mary furniture, mark a shift from earlier turned-leg styles.
Brass
William and Mary Period Oyster Veneered Chest with Four Drawers
Located in Harrodsburg, KY
A William and Mary period oyster walnut veneered chest of drawers on bun feet.
Walnut, Holly
William and Mary Oysterwood Chest
Located in New Orleans, LA
This William and Mary-period chest is distinguished by oyster veneering and circular inlay.
Bronze
17th Century William and Mary Olive Oyster Chest, Circa 1690 England
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A 17th Century William and Mary Olive Oyster Chest of Drawers Circa 1690, England Rather attractive and unusual late 17th century olive oyster chest of drawers, circa 1685, England.
Ash, Boxwood, Oak, Olive, Holly
$26,458Sale Price|20% Off
Original 17th Century William and Mary Olive Oyster Chest, Circa 1690 England
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A 17th Century William and Mary Olive Oyster Chest of Drawers Circa 1690, England The two short over three long oak lined graduating drawers, veneered throughout in finely figured o...
Ash, Boxwood, Oak, Olive, Holly
William & Mary Oyster Veneered Walnut Chest Of Drawers - Circa 1680-1710
Located in Bridgeport, CT
William and Mary walnut chest having"oyster burl" veneers bound by circles of string inlay on the molded edge top which rests above two smaller side by side drawers over two graduate...
Brass
17th Century William and Mary Olive Oyster Chest on Stand or Table Box
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A fine and extremely rare 17th century William and Mary baroque olive oyster chest on stand or 'table box', circa 1675-1690.
Olive
17th Century William and Mary Blond Olive Oyster Chest of drawers, Circa 1690.
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A Rare Blond Olive Oyster William and Mary Chest of Drawers, Circa 1690, England.
Ash, Boxwood, Oak, Olive, Holly
William & Mary Oyster Veneer Chest on Stand
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality William and Mary oyster veneer chest on stand, having moulded feather banded top with a moulded edge and three long drawers, the base with further long dra...
Walnut
Early 20th Century Laburnam Oyster Chest on Stand in the Style of William & Mary
Located in Martlesham, GB
A superb and fine early 20th century laburnam oyster chest on stand in the style of William & Mary, the rectangular and crossbanded top with an ogee moulded edge with decorative shap...
Hardwood
Fine William And Mary Oyster Veneer Cabinet On Chest
Located in Bradenton, FL
A very fine quality late 17th century Oyster veneer cabinet on chest from the Queen Anne/William and Mary period with outstanding patina and nutty color, and of desirable proportions.
Olive
William and Mary Oysterwood Chest
Located in Skipton, GB
A fine and documented William and Mary period chest of drawers. The top is veneered in well chosen olive oysters laid in geometric patterns incorporating, concentric circles, roundel...
Olive, Sycamore
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 34.26 in D 22.05 in
William & Mary Olivewood Oyster Veneered Chest of Drawers of Elegant Proportions
Located in Bradford on Avon, GB
The rectangular top is laid with a central circular geometric pattern of cut oyster veneers bordered with inlaid boxwood stringing with a heart shaped pattern to each corner and is c...
17th Century William and Mary Chest
Located in New Orleans, LA
Rare 17th century English walnut oyster veneered and crossbanded William and Mary five-drawer chest, circa 1695.
Metal
William & Mary Olivewood Chest of Drawers
By Gerrit Jensen
Located in London, GB
A William & Mary olivewood oyster veneered chest of drawers, the top inlaid with geometric lines in holly above two short and three long drawer fronts similarly inlaid.
Olive
A George I/ William and Mary Oyster Veneer Chest of Drawers
Located in Woodbury, CT
An early Georgian, George I oyster veneered chest of drawers. The geometric line inlaid top with oyster veneers and molded edge top above two split drawers and three graduated drawer...
William & Mary Oyster Veneered Miniature Chest
Located in Folkestone, Kent
An exceptionally rare William and Mary period miniature chest of applied oyster-cut olive wood.
Olive
William & Mary Chest of Drawers
Located in Salisbury, GB
A William & Mary chest of drawers. Inlaid with various woods, including walnut , holly, olivewood oysters on sides, boxwood, ebony, bog oak, cedar and boxwood.
Boxwood, Cedar, Ebony, Holly, Oak, Walnut
Oyster Veneered Chest
Located in Bantam, CT
A fine quality William and Mary period walnut and oyster veneered chest of drawers small size on bun feet.
Walnut
Unavailable
H 31.5 in W 34.26 in D 22.05 in
Late 17th Century William & Mary Olivewood & Holly Oyster Veneered Chest of Draw
Located in Bradford on Avon, GB
The rectangular top is laid with a central circular geometric pattern of cut oyster veneers bordered with inlaid Holly stringing with a heart shaped pattern to each corner and is cro...
Olive
17th Century Oyster Olivewood Chest
Located in London, GB
A Classic oyster olivewood chest of drawers of the William and Mary period in a very original state of preservation.
Olive
William and Mary Period Miniature Walnut Chest
Located in Kansas City, MO
Very unusual William and Mary period miniature chest of applied oyster-wood veneer of English walnut.
Fruitwood, Oak, Walnut
Oyster Veneered Chest of Drawers
Located in Nettlebed, Oxfordshire
The original William and Mary.
Blickling Oyster Veneer Credenza
By Beau Studio
Located in Atlanta, GA
The credenza version of our blickling oyster veneer chest.Cut from the root or branches of the Yew tree, these oyster veneers look like they are 300 years old.
Antique William And Mary Oyster Chest
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Wonderful William And Mary Period Laburnum Oyster Veneered Chest Of Two Short And Three Long Drawers With Geometric And Banded Inlay Decoration Standing On Replaced Bun Feet
Late 17th Century Oyster Chest of Drawers
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Rare, late 17th century 'William and Mary' oyster chest of drawers having an interesting geometrical design of interlaced circles and nice patination and colour.
Sycamore
Sold
H 29.14 in W 31.89 in D 20.67 in
Small William & Mary Oyster Olive Wood and Walnut Chest - RESERVED
By William & Mary
Located in Lymington, GB
A small English William & Mary period oyster olive wood and walnut chest (1689-1702), circa 1690.
Walnut
William And Mary Oyster Veneer Chest Of Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
A choice diminutive chest with an oyster veneer top { oyster veneer was highly prized cross sections of tree limbs offering a highly figured design with boxwood stringing to divide t...
Walnut
William and Mary Oyster Veneer Chest on Stand
Located in Essex, MA
With an elaborately inlaid top with wonderful oyster decoration over two short over two long drawers, raised on a separate barley twist base. With overall oyster veneers. Bun feet li...
Walnut
William and Mary Oyster Veneer Chest of Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
With a rectangular top with satinwood outer band and inner pattern of circles defined with boxwood stringing with overall oyster, over two over two long drawers , raised on bracket f...
Walnut
William And Mary Oyster Veneer Chest Of Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
Made in two parts to be able to go up a narrow stairway. The rectangular top with oyster veneer rings and compass rose.With two drawers over three long drawers. Brass ring handles. B...
Brass
William And Mary Oyster Veneer Chest Of Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
With a rectangular top with rounded edge and a top inlaid with rings of cross cut branch veneers forming a pattern of rings. The conforming case with repeating oyster decoration with...
Kingwood, Olive, Walnut
17th Century William & Mary Oyster Laburnum and Walnut Chest
Located in Lymington, GB
Refs: Christie’s sold a very similar William and Mary period chest @ £18,750 “with restorations and replacements”, 21 January 2010, lot 26.
Walnut
William and Mary Style Oyster Veneer Chest of Drawers
Located in San Francisco, CA
William and Mary style walnut oyster veneer chest of drawers.
Brass
A William and Mary Oyster-Veneered Chest of Drawers
Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB
An extremely fine William & Mary olive, walnut and fruit wood chest of drawers.
Olive, Walnut
William And Mary Walnut And Oyster Veneer Chest Of Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular top with central oval inlay with matching inlays at corners. Over two over three graduated drawers all with inlays complementing the top. Sides with central inlaid panels...
Boxwood, Walnut
William & Mary Labumum Oyster Chest
Located in New Orleans, LA
A magnificent and extremely rare William and Mary-period laburnum oyster-veneered chest.
Sold
H 10.24 in W 11.03 in D 7.88 in
Miniature William and Mary Diminutive Olive Oyster Chest, C.1688-1702
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
From the reign of King William & Queen Mary (1688-1702), England. The finely holly-banded and cross-grain moulded top is beautifully veneered in roundels of hand-cut olive oysters...
Olive
William & Mary Style English Oyster Veneer Chest, 18th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
The William & Mary style English walnut oyster veneer chest with boxwood string inlay, satinwood crossbanding, 2 short drawers above 3 long drawers and terminating in bun feet.
Brass
Sold
H 11.42 in W 12.01 in D 11.42 in
Miniature William and Mary 17th Century Diminutive Olive Oyster Chest, C.1690
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A Fine Miniature William and Mary 17th Century Diminutive Olive Oyster chest.
Olive
Sold
H 12.21 in W 13.59 in D 9.06 in
Diminutive 17th Century William and Mary Olive Oyster Miniature Chest of Drawers
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
From the reign of King William & Queen Mary (1688-1702) England. The finely crossbanded and cross-grain moulded top is beautifully veneered in roundels of handcut olive oysters a...
Olive
Sold
H 44.49 in W 41.34 in D 24.02 in
17th Century William and Mary Olive Oyster Chest of Drawers on Stand
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A superb example of well-chosen handcut olive oyster veneers, combined with the finesse of a highly skilled craftsman, from the reign of William & Mary (1689-1702). The rectangular...
Olive
Late 17th Century William & Mary Oyster Veneered Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Very Attractive Late 17th Century William And Mary Period Chest, Of Rare Small Proportions, Having Wonderful Laburnum Oyster Cut Veneers To The Top, Sides And Drawers Fronts, The T...
Wood
William And Mary Walnut And Oyster Veneer Chest
Located in Essex, MA
Top inlaid with string inlay in a scrolling pattern. Sides similarly inlaid oyster veneers. Originally had bun feet but now have bracket feet. Provenance, Phipps Estate, Long Island, NY
18th Century William & Mary Chest of Drawers with Oyster Inlays
Located in New York, NY
This outstanding William & Mary chest of drawers has been well-cared for over the centuries.
Brass
Sold
H 34.26 in W 37.41 in D 22.05 in
17th Century William & Mary Period Marquetry Inlaid Oyster Chest of Drawers
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
Very Fine 17th-Century William and Mary Period Marquetry Inlaid Oyster Walnut Chest of Drawers This exquisite chest of drawers exemplifies the craftsmanship of the late 17th century...
Walnut
William And Mary Oyster Veneer Chest Of Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular top over a pair of drawers over three graduated drawers raised on bun feet. Provenance ; Club El Morocco NYC.
Sold
H 45.08 in W 38.98 in D 21.46 in
William and Mary 17th Century Olive Oyster Chest on Stand, circa 1680-1690
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A superb and fine olive oyster chest on stand from the reign of King William & Queen Mary (1689-1702) England.
Brass
Sold
H 0.4 in W 0.4 in D 0.4 in
17th Century William and Mary Olive Oyster Chest of drawers, Circa 1690. England
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
This exquisite William and Mary period chest of drawers, crafted in the late 17th century, showcases outstanding artistry in both form and material.
Ash, Boxwood, Oak, Olive, Holly
William and Mary Walnut Chest on Bun Feet .
Located in Nashville, TN
A fine Queen Anne period antique patinated, walnut chest of drawers. The chest has a rectangular moulded top with contrasting feather banding. In the centre is an Oyster cut 4 panels...
Walnut
A fine William and Mary walnut oyster veneer chest of drawers
Located in San Francisco, CA
A fine William and Mary cross-banded oyster-veneered walnut chest of drawers, circa 1690, with 2 short and 3 long drawers, the top and front with oyster cut wood and pear wood string...
Walnut, Oak, Pine, Pearwood
Sold
H 35 in W 40 in D 22.5 in
William III Period Antique Oyster Olivewood and Marquetry Chest of Drawers
Located in Devon, GB
An extremely fine William III period oyster olivewood and marquetry chest of drawers, consisting of two short and three long oak lined long drawers and raised on bun feet. All the dr...
Olive
William and Mary Oysterwood Chest on Stand
Located in New Orleans, LA
Furnishings from this period are extremely rare and highly collectible, as is the case with this exceptionally fine William and Mary period walnut oyster veneered chest.
Stone
17th Century William and Mary Chest or Commode
Located in Stamford, CT
Finest example of a two over three drawer period William and Mary chest of drawers or commode. Fine walnut with oysters inlays.
Late 17th Century William And Mary Walnut And Marquetry Chest Of
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
LATE 17TH CENTURY WILLIAM AND MARY WALNUT AND MARQUETRY CHEST OF DRAWERS THIS KIND OF QUALITY DOES NOT COME UP OFTEN, A WELL BALANCED ENGLISH CHEST OF DRAWERS, IN WALNUT OYSTER VE...
Walnut
Important 18th Century William & Mary Chest on Stand
Located in Mt Kisco, NY
Superb Walnut William & Mary chest on stand with oyster veneer.
17th Century English Oyster-Veneered Chest
Located in New Orleans, LA
This magnificent and extremely rare laburnum oyster-veneered chest dates to the William and Mary period.
Bronze
Early 18th century inlaid oyster veneered English chest
Located in Richmond, VA
Gorgeous early 18th century inlaid oyster veneered William and Mary period English chest.
Walnut, Bog Wood
Pair of Oyster Shell Veneer Chests of Drawers
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of English oyster shell veneer chests of drawers. Fruitwood, feather band inlay on top and drawer fronts. The top is crossbanded. Bracket feet. May be sold separately.
Fruitwood
A Fine 17th Century Charles II Olive Oyster Chest, Circa 1690 England
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
This exquisite William and Mary period chest of drawers, crafted in the late 17th century, showcases outstanding artistry in both form and material.
Ash, Boxwood, Oak, Olive, Holly
Sold
H 34.45 in W 34.65 in D 22.64 in
A Fine 17th Century Charles II Olive Oyster Chest, Circa 1680 England
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
The cross-grain ovolo moulded top is veneered in well-chosen olive oysters laid in geometric patterns incorporating a large central floral motif, roundels, corner arc quadrants and a...
Olive, Ash, Boxwood, Oak, Holly
Sold
H 61.62 in W 42.52 in D 18.51 in
17th Century William and Mary Olive Oyster Marquetry Escritoire, circa 1680
By Thomas Pistor
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A remarkable and extremly rare William and Mary olive oyster and floral marquetry escritoire, concealing eight secret drawers, circa 1680.
Walnut, Bone, Oak, Olive, Pine
Fine Charles ll Oyster Laburnum and Walnut Chest on Stand
Located in Lymington, GB
Christie’s sold a similar William and Mary period chest @ £18,750 “with restorations and replacements”, 21 January 2010, lot 26.
Walnut
Sold
H 5.52 in W 22.64 in D 17.72 in
18th Century William and Mary Olive Oyster Arabesque Marquetry Lace Box, C.1690
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
An extremely rare late 17th-century arabesque marquetry and olive oyster lace box of large scale, from the reign of William and Mary, circa 1690.
Olive
Charles II Olive Oyster Floral Marquetry Table
By Gerrit Jensen
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
In 1689, Jensen was appointed royal cabinetmaker to King William III and Queen Mary – ‘Cabinet maker in Ordinary’ to the Crown; and he retained his royal appointment throughout the r...
Bone, Ebony, Holly, Olive
Tiffany & Co. Chrysanthemum Flatware Set, Service for 12
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Carpenter, Jr. and Mary Grace Carpenter Tiffany Silver Flatware 1845-1905: When Dining Was an Art, 1995, William P.
Silver
Tiffany & Co. Chrysanthemum Flatware Set, Service For 12
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Carpenter, Jr. and Mary Grace Carpenter Tiffany Silver Flatware 1845-1905: When Dining Was an Art, 1995, William P.
Sterling Silver
219-Piece Chrysanthemum Flatware Service by Tiffany & Co.
Located in New Orleans, LA
References: Tiffany Silver, 1978, Charles H. Carpenter, Jr. and Mary Grace Carpenter Tiffany Silver Flatware 1845-1905: When Dining Was an Art, 1995, William P.
Sterling Silver
William And Mary Inlaid Oyster Veneered Chest
Located in Bradenton, FL
A William and Mary burl cross-branded oyster veneered walnut chest of drawers.
Wood, Walnut
William and Mary Oyster Veneer Chest of Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
With a rectangular top with overall oyster decoration over two over three drawers with replaced but old gilt bronze handles. Sides and front with well executed oyster veneer. Raised ...
Walnut
William and Mary Oyster Veneer Chest of Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
Rectangular molded top with beautiful concentric ring and oystered veneer panels over two short and two long drawers, bun feet.
Walnut
Fine Grade Burchell Zebra Hide
Located in Saint Louis, US
We offer a variety of the finest grade Burchell Zebra Skins straight from South Africa. We hand select each zebra for its uniqueness in color, stripes and natural marks.
Zebra Hide
$3,534Sale Price|24% Off
H 32.49 in W 34.45 in D 17.92 in
Small Biedermeier Walnut Half Cabinet with Drawer, South Germany circa 1830
Located in Darmstadt, DE
Elegant small Biedermeier half cabinet from Southern Germany, circa 1830. The charming piece is veneered in richly grained walnut on a solid spruce body, displaying the warm tones an...
Walnut, Spruce
$7,950
H 39 in W 37 in D 20 in
British Military Officer's Campaign Chest or Dresser of Brass-Bound Mahogany
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome British military officer’s Campaign Ware chest of drawers or dresser, from the 19th century, featuring a patinated mahogany exterior over four drawers with brass escutcheo...
Metal, Brass
Large 18th Century Gilt Wood Eagle
Located in Wormelow, Herefordshire
A large early 18th century carved gilt wood eagle, mounted on a square red velvet covered plinth. Originally used as a lectern adornment, this architectural eagle ornament is deeply...
Wood, Giltwood
$7,659Sale Price|20% Off
H 83.08 in W 56.7 in D 21.07 in
STUNNING ViNTAGE ITALIAN MARQUETRY INLAID WARDROBE ARMOIRE OR HALL CUPBOARD
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely exquisite, Museum quality, large Italian Marquetry inlaid Wardrobe, Armoire or Hall Cupboard...
Hardwood, Oak, Satinwood, Walnut
$24,950Sale Price|47% Off
H 37 in W 63 in D 27 in
Fine French 19th-20th century Louis XV Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Inlaid Commode
By François Linke
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine French 19th-20th century Louis XV style gilt bronze-mounted kingwood, amaranth, satinwood and Tulipwood Bois Satiné and Bois de Bout Floral Marquetry - Inlaid - Two-Drawer Com...
Marble, Bronze
$56,800
H 64.5 in W 41.75 in D 20.25 in
Antique German Biedermeier Secretaire, Cherrywood & Burlwood, 1820
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A 19th Century, antique German Biedermeier tall secretaire with a writing flap made of hand crafted shellac polished, partly veneered Cherrywood and Burlwood, in good condition. The ...
Metal, Brass
$7,064Sale Price|20% Off
H 62.21 in W 44.1 in D 23.23 in
19th-Century Biedermeier Mahogany Secretary Desk in Beautiful Graining
Located in Opole, PL
19th-Century Biedermeier Mahogany Secretary Desk in Beautiful Graining We present you this piece of furniture with three drawers at the bottom, a drop front, and a narrow drawer und...
Baize, Mahogany
$92,000
H 90.56 in W 40.56 in D 23.23 in
An English Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Bureau Cabinet, 18th Century
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
An English Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Bureau Cabinet, 18th Century Description: The upper section with a breakfront arched pedimental cornice flanked by a pair of urn finials, over...
Wood
$61,989
H 88.98 in W 70.87 in D 94.89 in
Renaissance Style Oak Tester 4 Poster Bed Armorial Tapestry Bedspread King Size
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A vintage king size oak tester or four poster bed in the Renaissance style. Hand carved with Adam & Eve carvings in the headboard, figurative sculptures in the bedposts, three carve...
Oak
$27,500
H 34.5 in W 54 in D 25 in
French Louis XV Kingwood Commode, Mid-18th Century, Stamped J. LAPIE and JME
By Jean Lapie
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Outstanding example of 18th century Louis XV commode with beautiful marquetry work and exquisite marble top. This commode features five separate drawers with bronze ormolu mounts. St...
Kingwood
Rare Queen Anne Chinoiserie Japanned Chest On Stand
Located in Lymington, GB
A sophisticated Queen Anne-period chinoiserie japanned chest raised on elegant cabriole legs with 'pony foot' carved detailing. This early-18th century chest on stand demonstrates t...
Lacquer
$55,000
H 29 in W 23 in D 16.5 in
Excellent Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze Mounted Gueridon by Henry Dasson
By Henry Dasson
Located in Long Island City, NY
An Excellent Quality Late 19th Century Louis XVI Style Gilt Bronze Mounted Gueridon By Henry Dasson Henry Dasson The rectangular top with pierced three-quarter gallery, above a sin...
Bronze, Ormolu
17th Century Style Yew Oyster Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
This stunning and beautifully ornate 3 drawer 17th century style yew oyster chest has been traditionally hand constructed from 18th century materials, with hand cut oyster veneer cop...
Brass
$3,750
H 28.25 in Dm 20.5 in
Austrian Biedermeier 1820s Guéridon Side Table with Burl Veneer and Iron Frame
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Austrian Biedermeier period guéridon side table with burl veneer and iron base from the early 19th century. This Biedermeier guéridon features a circular top made of burl veneer, ...
Iron
18th Century French Louis XV Commode, Paris, 1740-1750
Located in Belmont, MA
18th century French Louis XV commode, Paris 1740-1750. Body on four carved feet with gilt bronze fittings. Bombe front and sides with five drawers decorated with prestigious, rocail...
Rosewood
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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