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A pair of chests of drawers. Germany 1980s.
Located in VILLERS-SUR-MER, FR
A pair of small drawers on wheels with five drawers dressed in mirror. Grey lacquered structure
Category
Vintage 1980s German Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mirror, Wood
A Pair of Chest of Drawers with Walnut Veneers and Nickel Handles
Located in Chicago, IL
This asymmetrically partitioned chest of drawers is a good example of Hungarian Art Deco and early
Category
Mid-20th Century Hungarian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
$12,800
H 30.5 in W 34.25 in D 18 in
Pair of Selz Chests in Elm, France 1960's
By SELZ
Located in New York, NY
A pair of chests by Selz in Elm wood with two doors and carved handles. Ideal nightstand size.
Category
Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Elm
Pair of Leather and Walnut Chests Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of chests in walnut with leather wrapped baseboards and blond handles. Designed by Edward
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
$14,800
H 31 in W 34 in D 20 in
Pair of Chests of Drawers by Attila Suta, Sweden, 2022
Located in New York, NY
A pair of chests of drawers by Attila Suta, purveyor to the Swedish royal court. The dressers stand
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Period Empire Mahogany and Gilt Chest of Drawers, Denmark, circa 1800
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Danish late 18th Century pair of period empire chest of drawers.
This rare pair was recently found
Category
Antique Early 1800s Danish Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
$12,400 Sale Price
29% Off
H 30.5 in W 25.75 in D 15.75 in
A Petite Pair of English Four Drawer Panel-Front Chests (2.5 Ft. Wide)
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English pair of petite, painted-wood, four-drawer chests from the mid 20th century. These
Category
Mid-20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$6,160 / set
H 32 in W 32 in D 18 in
A Pair of Pink Spanish Chest of Drawers
Located in Faversham, GB
A wonderful pair of wide 19th-century commodes in a pink blush finish.
Each cabinet has a thick
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine, Paint
Restored American of Martinsville 6 Drawer Chest- Pair Available
By American of Martinsville
Located in Atlanta, GA
displays beautiful patina. Retains the maker mark. There are a pair of these chests available. The price
Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
A Pair of Yew Wood Bedside Chest of Drawers
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Pair of Yew Wood Bedside Chest of Drawers
These are wonderful little bedside chests, they each
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Yew
Antique Gustavian Style Chests of Drawers - a Pair
Located in South Salem, NY
An early 20th century pair of Swedish Gustavian style chests of drawers. Each commode has three
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Vintage Boho MCM Chest of Drawers - A Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Embrace the timeless allure of mid-century design with this exquisite pair of vintage teak chests
Category
Late 20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
A Pair of Bur Yew Chest of Drawers These are wonderful little chests
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Pair of Bur Yew Chest of Drawers
These are wonderful little chests, they are serpentine fronted
Category
Mid-20th Century Adam Style Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Yew
$1,678 / set
H 30 in W 17 in D 14 in
Mahogany Chest of Drawers by Dunbar, a pair
By Dunbar Furniture
Located in Hudson, NY
A simple and classic pair of drawers by Dunbar. Mahogany finish with clean lines, defined angles
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
A Fabulous Pair of 19th Century Bedside Chests
Located in Dublin, IE
A fabulous pair of 19th Century mahogany bedside chest, finely hand carved, of exceptional quality
Category
Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Stellar Restored Nakashima Style American of Martinsville 6 Drawer Chest - Pair
By American of Martinsville
Located in Atlanta, GA
unusual series. Excellent Restored Condition. There are currently a pair of these chests available
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
$39,500 / item
H 31 in W 54 in D 20.5 in
Pair of Leather Wrapped Chests in a Custom Finish
By Kreiss
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning pair of statement chests seamlessly blends classic elegance with a fresh, updated
Category
Late 20th Century Philippine Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Vintage Boho Henredon Campaign Chest of Drawers - a Pair
By Henredon
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your interior with this pair of vintage Henredon Campaign Chests. Crafted with precision
Category
Late 20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$2,360 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 28.25 in W 40 in D 18 in
A Pair of Small French Golden Oak Chests of Drawers
Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight
A Pair of Small French Golden Oak Chests of Drawers
These are wonderful little chests, they appear
Category
Mid-20th Century French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
A Pair of Gustavian Style Chests Painted in a Blue/Grey
Located in New York, NY
A timeless pair of painted Swedish-style dressers with four spacious drawers each and brass pulls
Category
20th Century Unknown Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
A fine pair of George 11 burled walnut chests
Located in Dallas, TX
A fine pair of 18th century English burled walnut George 11 period chests
Category
Antique Late 18th Century English George II Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Mid-19th Century Mahogany Tall Chests of Drawers attributed to Gillow
By Gillows of Lancaster & London
Located in London, GB
A Fine Pair of Mahogany Wellington Chests
Attributed to Gillows
Constructed using a superb Cuban
Category
Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
$39,236 / set
H 64 in W 28 in D 22.5 in
A Fabulous Pair of 19th Century Walnut Bedside Chests
Located in Dublin, IE
A fabulous pair of 19th Century walnut bedside chests of exceptional quality, finely hand carved
Category
Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
A. Brandt Ranch Oak, Chests of drawers, Oak, Brass, USA, 1950s
By A. Brandt Ranch Oak Furniture
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of oak and brass chests of drawers designed and produced by A. Brandt Ranch Oak, USA, 1950s.
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$10,900 / set
H 29 in W 32.5 in D 18.75 in
A pair of early 20th Century mahogany multi drawer chest's
Located in Martlesham, GB
A pair of superb quality early 20th Century mahogany multi drawer chest’s that were originally made
Category
Vintage 1920s British Edwardian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
James Mont for Widdicomb Black Chests of Drawers, a Pair
By James Mont, John Widdicomb
Located in Hudson, NY
Two sultry ebonized chests by James Mont for John Widdicomb. Two over three drawers open with
Category
Late 20th Century American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Marble Top Red Serpentine Chests, a Pair
Located in Hudson, NY
Be bold with this pair of bright red lacquered chests of drawers. Three serpentine drawer fronts
Category
Vintage 1940s Unknown Federal Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Carrara Marble
EXQUISITE PAIR OF ViNTAGE FLAMED HARDWOOD CHEST OF DRAWERS PART OF A SUITE
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
pair of vintage circa 1920-1940 flamed mahogany chests of drawers which sit in a two over four
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
$4,988 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 50.01 in W 36.62 in D 17.33 in
Vintage Boho Henredon Scene Two Burl Chest of Drawers - A Pair
By Henredon
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Add a touch of vintage luxury to your space with this stunning pair of Henredon Scene Two burl wood
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Brass
$3,880 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 18 in W 40 in D 18 in
Vintage MCM Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Chest of Drawers - a Pair
By T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your home with this stunning pair of American-style Vintage Mid-Century Modern Robsjohn
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
$7,800 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 33 in W 26 in D 20.25 in
A Pair of Victorian Mahogany & Brass Campaign Chests With Brass Hardware
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Pair of Victorian 19th Century Mahogany & Brass Campaign Four Drawer Chests With Brass Hardware
Category
Antique 19th Century British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$10,229 / set
H 30.91 in W 12.41 in D 19.3 in
Late 20th Century Vintage Regency Scalloped Chest of Drawers - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Vintage Regency Scalloped Chest of Drawers exudes classic elegance with its beautifully
Category
Late 20th Century American Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
$1,400 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 29.25 in W 38.25 in D 21.75 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Brouer Rosewood Chest of Drawers - a Pair
By Brouer Mobel
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Incredible pair of vintage Rosewood chests of drawers. Made by the MCM iconic Brouer group
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
$2,360 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 29.5 in W 34 in D 18 in
A Pair of Italian rosewood chests of drawers by Ico Parisi for Mim.
By Ico Parisi, MIM Roma
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A Pair of Italian rosewood chests of drawers by Ico Parisi for Mim circa 1950.
Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome
$4,850 / set
H 33.25 in W 35.5 in D 17.75 in
Pair of Swedish chests circa 1880
Located in Atlanta, GA
A refined pair of Swedish chests of drawers, circa 1880, offering timeless elegance and understated
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Pair of Art Deco Chest of Drawers
Located in El Monte, CA
A pair of Art Deco style chest of drawers. A highly decorative pair of two-toned wood chests
Category
20th Century Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Vintage Boho Link Taylor Carved Shell Pine Chest of Drawers - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Elevate your space with this stunning pair of vintage boho pine chests of drawers, featuring
Category
Late 20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$2,280 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 32.25 in W 36 in D 20 in
Pair of 18th Century Mahogany Chests
Located in New Orleans, LA
A pair of 18th-century mahogany chests with bronze sphinx feet are striking and luxurious pieces of
Category
Antique 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Contemporary Wood and Glass Italian Pair of Bedside Tables by L.A. Studio
By L.A. Studio
Located in Madrid, ES
An elegant pair of bedside tables designed and produced by L.A Studio Interiorismo. Structure made
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Ch...
Materials
Brass
$7,155 / set
H 27.37 in W 27.56 in D 16.54 in
Italian Empire Style Walnut Chest of Drawers, 19th Century, One of a Pair
Located in San Francisco, CA
A large-scale Italian Empire period three drawer chest with beautiful figural walnut veneers, and
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
$26,000
H 39.5 in W 54.75 in D 26 in
L.A. Studio Modern Solid Wood and Murano Glass Pair of Italian Commodes
By L.A. Studio
Located in Ibiza, Spain
This pair of Italian commodes features a solid wood structure adorned with Murano glass and brass
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Ch...
Materials
Brass
$16,234 / set
H 34.26 in W 34.26 in D 18.31 in
Pair of Modern Nightstand Chests of Drawers
Located in North York, ON
Introducing the perfect addition to your modern bedroom decor - a pair of stunning nightstand
Category
2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Dixie Furniture Saybrook Maple Chest Cabinet, a Pair
By Dixie
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair of American classical chest of drawer and cabinet chest from Dixie Furniture's Saybrook
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$1,396 Sale Price / set
30% Off
H 30.25 in W 30.25 in D 18 in
Postmodern Teal Laminate Commodes/Chests of Drawers With Gold Accents - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Pair of Postmodern Teal Laminate Commodes with gold accents adds bold elegance and practical
Category
Vintage 1980s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$1,285
H 30 in W 18 in D 32 in
1990s Boho Chic Pencil Reed Glass Top Chests of Drawers - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Enhance your living space with a pair of 1990s Boho Chic Pencil Reed Glass-Top Chests, offering
Category
20th Century Indonesian Bohemian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass
Pair of Milo Baughman Jewelry Chests
By Milo Baughman
Located in Stockton, NJ
A pair of Milo Baughman burlwood jewelry chests or side tables. Wonderful patina to brass legs and
Category
Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
A Very Fine Pair of Large 19th Century Bow Fronted Bedside Chests
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine pair of 19th Century mahogany bow fronted bedside chests of grand proportions
Category
Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
HICKORY WHITE Chest of Drawers Pair
By Hickory White
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Estate Fine Furniture Acquisitions Of A
Pair of HICKORY WHITE Chest of Drawers Nightstands
The solid wood
Category
Vintage 1970s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
A Pair of French "Faux Book" Tambour Door Petite Side Chests, c. 1900
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French pair of side chests, with leather spined faux-book front tambour doors, from the early
Category
Early 20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Leather
$4,760 / set
H 29 in W 15 in D 12 in
Pair of 19th Century Swedish Painted Chests of Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A refined pair of Swedish chests of drawers, circa 1880, offering timeless elegance and understated
Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Vintage Coastal Trellis Rattan Mahogany Tall Chests - a Pair
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional pair of vintage 1950s Coastal chest of drawers. Beautiful and tall Mahogany cabinets
Category
Mid-20th Century American Bohemian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$2,360 Sale Price
20% Off
H 40.25 in W 31 in D 18.5 in
A Fine Pair of Early 20th Century Highly Inlaid Marble Top Bedside Chests
Located in Dublin, IE
A fine pair of early 20th Century marble top bedside chests of drawers, of fabulous quality, finely
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$4,750 / set
H 34.25 in W 19 in D 13.5 in
1950-1960 MCM Hardwood Chest of Drawers Made in Brazil by Singer a Pair
By Singer
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Mid-Century Modern pair of chests of drawers labeled Made in Brazil by Singer
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Hardwood
$4,295 / set
H 48 in W 30 in D 18 in
Pair of Black Lacquered Chest of Drawers, circa 1940
Located in CA, CA
A beautiful pair of 1940s Hollywood regency chests finished in black lacquer, each with four
Category
Vintage 1940s American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
Near pair of Danish 1970s teak chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Here we have a near pair of danish teak chests. These have always been together as they were both
Category
Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Pair of Leather Front Chests by Tommi Parzinger
By Tommi Parzinger
Located in Dallas, TX
A matching pair of leather front mahogany chests designed by Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern.
Category
Vintage 1950s Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Pair of Italian Walnut Chests of Drawers, Italy circa 1830
Located in New York, NY
A pair of large Italian three-drawer chests of drawers in walnut veneer. The commodes are of
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
$46,000 / set
H 35.5 in W 48.66 in D 21.66 in
Hollywood Regency Style Off-White Commode, Nightstand or Chest, a Pair
Located in Plainview, NY
An opulent pair of Hollywood regency style commodes, chests or nightstands. These exceptional
Category
Vintage 1970s Unknown Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
$6,650 Sale Price / set
30% Off
H 34 in W 40.5 in D 18.25 in
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A Pair Of Chests For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are several options of a pair of chests available for sale. Each of these unique a pair of chests was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and brass. We have 4220 antique and vintage a pair of chests in-stock, while there are 65 modern editions to choose from as well. A pair of chests have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. Mid-Century Modern, Louis XV and Hollywood Regency a pair of chests are consistently popular styles. Baker Furniture Company, Edward Wormley and George Nelson each produced beautiful a pair of chests that are worth considering.
How Much are A Pair Of Chests?
A pair of chests can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $5,801, while the lowest priced sells for $10 and the highest can go for as much as $989,645.
Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You
Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces 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 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. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.
Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, 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.
Questions About A Pair Of Chests
- What is a gentleman's chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A gentleman's chest is a piece of wooden storage furniture with at least one section large enough to accommodate hanging men's clothing like ties, suits and dress pants. Normally, drawers appear beside and below the hanging cabinet. Find a range of gentleman's chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a dower chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021A dower chest — also called a dowry chest or hope chest — is a Pennsylvania Dutch chest, a piece of furniture traditionally used by young women to store items in anticipation of married life. Find a collection of antique and vintage dowry chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a demilune chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A demilune chest is a type of case good furniture that features a straight back and a curved front. Most feature rows of drawers, cabinet doors or a mix of the two types of storage. Demilune comes from the French word for half moon and refers to the shape of the chests. Shop a range of demilune chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a bachelor’s chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2019
A bachelor’s chest is a low chest of drawers. Its name comes from the fact that it was originally designed to provide multipurpose storage for a single man with a small living space.
- What is a bonnet chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bonnet chest is a chest of drawers that has a space for hats. Typically, this larger drawer or area is in the center space and toward the top. Bonnet chests get their name for their function not their shape, as there is no one standard shape for a bonnet chest. Shop a collection of vintage and antique furniture from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a bombe chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019
A bombe chest is a set of drawers that bulges outward in the front and on the sides. The style, whose name comes from French word bombé, meaning “curved,” originated in 17th-century France.
- What is a military chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023A military chest is a chest of drawers made of hardwood like mahogany, teak or cedar. Also called a campaign chest, the furniture usually comes apart into smaller pieces for easy carrying. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of military chests.
- What is a sea chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sea chest, typically seen onboard ships, is a storage chest for a sailor’s personal property. The first known sea chest was used in 1613. On 1stDibs, you can find a collection of authentic sea chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is a sugar chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A sugar chest is a chest, typically made of wood and featuring legs, that was designed to hold sugar in the late 1700s to early 1800s, when sugar was very valuable. Sugar chests would feature a lock to keep this sweet sign of wealth secure, and featured sections inside to separate light and dark sugars. Shop a range of antique sugar chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a Tansu chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Tansu refers to Japanese portable storage chests. When tansu became a well-known feature of life in Japan — the chests’ emergence is said to be rooted in the Genroku era of the Edo period (1688–1704) — the country’s traditionally minimalist households had little to no proper seats, tables, or other pieces of furniture. Tansu were intended to be multipurpose cabinets. These case pieces were used to store things of everyday utility, such as clothing and various personal items. Tansu are regarded as collectible furniture with a timeless appeal. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary Tansu from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a door chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A door chest is a small cabinet with shelves and is used for storage. They are usually found in bedrooms and living rooms to provide a little extra storage. Shop for a range of antique and vintage door chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a Bombay chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A Bombay chest is a piece of wooden furniture — a chest that bulges outward in the front and on the sides and then curves in at the base. This style of chest was popularized in 17th century French design.
- What is a campaign chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023A campaign chest is a chest of drawers that breaks down into smaller pieces for easier transport. Some people refer to this type of case furniture as a military chest. Although mobile furniture for military campaigns dates back to the Romans, the British Army in its global conquests in the 18th and 19th centuries defined the style we know as campaign furniture with sturdy and elegant pieces. Find a selection of campaign chests on 1stDibs.
- What is a mule chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A mule chest is a low chest that has a drawer or a set of drawers at its base and a hinged top. It stands on legs or brackets and it is usually wider than it is deep. Shop a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary mule chests from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
- What is a marriage chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021A marriage chest is an ornate chest that is given as a gift or dowry to the bride by her parents. It was popular during the Renaissance period in Italy. It was especially used to hold a bride's dowry goods or other possessions. Find marriage chests and other vintage and antique case pieces on 1stDibs.
- What is a waterfall cedar chest?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The term Waterfall Cedar Chest refers to a specific shape of cedar chest where the lid extends down the side a bit as though it’s flowing off the top. It’s not like modern waterfall countertops where the top extends to the floor, instead it reaches a few inches down from the top. Shop a collection of cedar chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Traditionally, the point of a hope chest was to help a woman prepare for married life. Women would place textiles and household items inside, so that she had a collection of belongings to take to her husband's home when she got married. Today, people still use hope chests to store blankets, pillows and other items. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique and vintage hope chests.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The origin of the mule chest is a mystery, though several theories exist. Some of the most common are that the lower drawers of the chest were where shoes, including mules might be stored. Another thought is that it was a chest that a peddler might have used to carry along goods on his mule. Shop a collection of antique mule chests on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A bachelor’s chest of drawers is a relatively short and shallow chest, usually with three or four drawers. The name refers to their historical use as multi-purpose, space-saving fixtures that are perfect for a bachelor sharing a friend’s flat. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern bachelor’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021A chest of drawers is also sometimes known as a dresser or a bureau. It is a cabinet with several parallel horizontal drawers stacked on top of one another. A chest of drawers is frequently used to store clothing and a variety of personal items. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
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