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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
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Phoenix chest
Located in ALMAZÁN, ES
The Phoenix chest stands out for its elegant presence, an impressive combination of functionality and aesthetics that attracts everyone's attention. Offering generous storage space, ...
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2010s Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

English 1840s Mahogany Campaign Chest with Five Drawers and Brass Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English mahogany campaign chest from the mid 19th century, with five drawers and brass hardware. Created in England during the second quarter of the 19th century, this mahogany ca...
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Mid-19th Century English Campaign Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Large Mid-Century Modern Commode in Zebra Wood, Mahogany and Brass - Italy
Located in Girona, ES
Large commode with six drawers, solid wood with zebra wood veneer, French polish. Solid mahogany feet, polished brass handles and hardware. Italy, circa 1945 Measures: Depth 4...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Louis XV/XVI Transition Style Kingwood and Marquetry Commode
Located in Montreal, QC
Transition Louis XV-XVI style kingwood and marquetry serpentine front three-drawer commode with conforming marble top. This shapely commode is perhaps more en arbalete than serpentin...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Kingwood

Pair of French Chestnut Bedside Nightstands with Two Drawers, Late 19th Century
Located in Miami, FL
A French chestnut two-drawer commode from the late-19th century with ribbon-carved moldings and carved skirt. This petite French commode features a rectangular top with beveled edges...
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Late 19th Century French French Provincial Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Chestnut

19th Century English Victorian Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality Victorian mahogany chest on chest. Having a flared cornice, above an arrangement of five drawers, the top chest has bun handles and fits onto the base ches...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Chest of drawers by Austin Suite, 1960
Located in Buxton, GB
This beautiful chest was Designed by Frank Guille for the renowned British brand Austin Suite in the 1960s; this chest boasts a stunning teak finish with ...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Antique George III Serpentine Flame Mahogany Chest Drawers, 18th Century
Located in London, GB
This is beautifully crafted antique George III flame mahogany serpentine fronted chest of drawers, circa 1780 in date. The curvaceous serpentine chest is made from the finest quality flame mahogany. The top features a moulded edge, it has four long graduated drawers above a shaped apron and it is raised on splayed bracket feet. Fitted with decorative brass handles and with working locks and key. This piece is truly unique and is guaranteed to bring beauty and charm to your home for many years to come. THE BOTANICAL NAME FOR THE MAHOGANY THIS ITEM IS MADE OF IS SWIETENIA MACROPHYLLA AND THIS TYPE OF MAHOGANY IS NOT SUBJECT TO CITES REGULATION. Condition: In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned, polished and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 98 x width 117 x depth 62 Dimensions in inches: Height 38.6 x width 46.1 x depth 24.4 Flame Mahogany Thomas Sheraton - 18th century Furniture designer, once characterized mahogany as "best suited to furniture where strength is demanded as well as a wood that works...
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1780s English George III Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Sleek Pair of Continental Empire Chests of Drawers
Located in Westport, CT
A fine pair of mahogany veneer chest comprised of three drawers finishing on high straight tapered legs and adorned with bronze pulls. Shown with a refurbished black glass top creati...
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1820s German Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Pair of Bedside Tables Nightstands Oak, Esko Pajamies for Asko Finland 1960s
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Mid-Century Modern pair of nightstands by Finnish designer Esko Pajamies for Asko Finland. Made circa 1960s to 1970s. The nightstands are not identical but very similar. They are p...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Mastercraft 16 Piece Wall Unit
Located in Hanover, MA
Very rare cabinet storage unit for living or bedroom by William Doezema for Mastercraft Originals from one of their earliest collections in the late 1950's. 16 separate pieces: four chests set in one long stand topped with 11 individual cabinets/cases/shelves sections. The order of placement of each section is changeable based on your preferences. Each piece is crafted from solid white ash with a transparent creamy finish called "driftwood". Some have solid brass cabinet hardware and curved elements made of solid brass flat bar set within door faces. Hidden pull-down desktop secretary...
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1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Regency Egyptian Revival Mahogany Chest on Stand 1811-1820
Located in Hoddesdon, GB
An Egyptian revival, mahogany chest on stand 1811-1820 A Unique Regency Egyptian Revival period Mahogany Chest on Stand circa 1811-1820 This extraordinary chest captures the gra...
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Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

1900s Haberdashery counter, vintage kitchen island, retail counter display
Located in Leicester, GB
Great set of vintage, early 1900s haberdashery drawers from an old textile factory. Solid wooden top, sides and drawers, with brass handles. Pine clad back panel. Ideal kitchen is...
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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

19th Century English George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality George III mahogany chest on chest, the top having five graduated drawers (two short over the long), above the base having a further three drawers, raised ...
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Fornasetti Design Three Drawer Chest with Marble Top
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Gustavian chest with Fornasetti Ancient Rome Design and Natural Marble Top. Original cast brass fittings to the drawers and legs. Width: 70cm / 27.6" Depth: 38cm / 15" Height: 75...
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1950s European Gustavian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Late 20th Century Original Tuscan Carved Chest of Drawers Walnut Marble
Located in Buggiano, IT
Original carved chest of four drawers in walnut, and fir with grey shaped marble, top quality and hand carved mirror. It will be delivered in a specific wooden case for export, packe...
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1890s Italian Baroque Revival Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

19th Century Mahogany Military Chest With Miniature Fall Front Secretaire
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century mahogany military campaign chest with miniature fall front secretaire opening to reveal fitted compartments of scriver and pigeonholes flanked with four small drawers ra...
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Late 19th Century Irish Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Early 19th Century German Walnut Two Drawers Biedermeier Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
two-drawer Biedermeier commode with handsome bookmatched walnut veneers, exceptional quality on this piece, with a very fine polished finish as well, Germany, circa 1810
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Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

18th C. French Rococo Commode w/Elegant Serpentine Shape & Faux-Marble Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Rococo period painted commode from the 18th century. This antique chest from France has a faux-marbled and serpentine-fronted top, with case below continuing the design down...
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18th Century French Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Big Mid-Century Modern Commode, Mahogany, Opaline, Brass, style V. Dassi - Italy
Located in Girona, ES
Big commode, six-drawer, mahogany veneer, stained mahogany stands, French polish. Drawers interiors in ashwood. Polished brass handles and feet. Black opaline on top. In the style of Vittorio Dassi...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Louis XVI Style Ebonized Chest of Drawers
Located in Austin, TX
Chest of drawers from France in the Louis XVI style and featuring elaborate cast brass trim, hardware, and detailing throughout. This piece has been ebonized and finished with a lust...
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1910s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

20th C. Italian Parquetry and Marquetry Petite Bombay Chest Commode Side Table
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid 20th Century Italian Parquetry and Marquetry 2- drawer Petite Bombay chest Commode / side table in beautiful vintage condition. The surface of this beautiful, Italian bombe ches...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Kingwood, Mahogany, Olive, Satinwood

Chippendale Bow Front Chest
Located in Bradenton, FL
American 18th century Chippendale bow front ball and claw foot chest, likely from the Boston area 1780-90. Over hanging top above four cock beaded gradua...
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18th Century American Chippendale Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

19th Century English Regency Mahogany Bow Front Chest of Drawers
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality Regency mahogany bow front chest of drawers. Having a brushing slide over three long drawers, each with brass handles. The chest stands on splayed feet and...
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Chiffonier / Dresser from the Mid-19th Century Finished with Shellac
Located in Opole, PL
Chiffonier / Dresser from the Mid-19th Century Finished with Shellac We present you this so-called 7-day dresser made of coniferous wood veneered with mahogany from mid-19th Century...
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Mid-19th Century European Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Mahogany

Art Deco Amboyna Burl Wood Commode Attr. Maurice Dufrène 1940s
Located in Paris, IDF
This beautiful 1940s Art Deco chest of drawers attributed to Maurice Dufrène imparts a cosy, glowing mood to any space. The warm amboyna burl wood remains looking healthy and smooth some eighty years later. Gilded carved feet and solid brass handles adorn the front of the commode, and one of the signatures of Maurice Dufrène during his lead at La Maîtrise. This commode feels delightfully modern for the period and charmingly vintage now...
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass, Gold Leaf

19th Century French Empire Commode
Located in Madrid, ES
XIX Century Empire Commode 19th CENTURY EMPIRE CHEST. LARGE FRENCH EMPIRE CHEST IN MAHOGANY AND DECORATED WITH GOLDEN BRONZE.130X59X89 CM
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19th Century French Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Empire Chest of Drawers With Four Drawers Made In Mahogany From 1840s
Located in Lejre, DK
This exquisite Empire chest of drawers boasts a timeless design and is crafted from rich mahogany, reflecting the elegance of the 1840s. With its stately presence and intricate deta...
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1840s Danish Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Danish Chest of Drawers in Teak with 6 Drawers
Located in Buxton, GB
Danish teak chest of drawers with 6 drawers manufactured in Denmark in the mid-20th century. The chest of drawers has a rational and minimalist design with elongated handles. It has...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

French Louis XV Style Ormolu, Mounted Commode
Located in London, GB
Late 19th Century, shaped marble top with moulded edge on bombe shaped commode with two long drawers, ormolu mounts and handles, resting on cabriole legs mounted with ormolu acanthus...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Ormolu

Mahagony Flatware Chest End Table by Thomas Pacconi
Located in Plainview, NY
A beautiful Queen Ann style floor standing flatware or end table by Thomas Pacconi Classics ( 1900-2000). The elegant chest is finely hand-carved using ...
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Late 20th Century Queen Anne Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Large 19thC English Pine Chest Drawers
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1890 Large 19thC English Pine Chest Drawers sku 1735 W167 x D60 x H107 cm Weight 93 Kg
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19th Century Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Veneitan Paint Decorated Bombe Commode Dresser
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
For customers that require professional insured delivery we are proud to have teamed up with a nationwide professional delivery company that will assist with coordinating your delive...
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1940s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Louis XV Kingwood Commode
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A Louis XV kingwood commode of a good color and patina: attractive serpentine and bombe shape, original mounts still retaining most of thei...
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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Kingwood

French Louis Philippe style 4-drawer chest - commode in solid oak craft made
Located in Landivy, FR
This chest of drawers is a handmade reproduction of the French Louis Philippe Style in the mid 19th century in France caracterized by its curved moldings, hand-curved feet and rounde...
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2010s French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Oak, Cherry

English 1820s Georgian Period Black and Gold Chinoiserie Chest with Stone Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English Georgian ebonized chinoiserie chest-of-drawers from the early 19th century with gilt and black lacquered accents and later added stone top. Created in England during the f...
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Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Antique Camphor Wood Two Part Campaign Chest
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Antique Camphor Wood two part Campaign Chest, circa 1890. With a rectangular top, two upper drawers and 3 lower drawers, all with original brass campaign hardware. Hand dove tailed d...
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1890s English Campaign Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Midcentury Italian Sideboard by Willy Rizzo
Located in Vilnius, LT
Midcentury Italian sideboard by Willy Rizzo. Sideboard is finished with black glossy stained veneer surface decorated with chrome detail...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Burl, Mirror

Kaid Nightstand, Contemporary Modern Minimalist Two-Tone Wooden Oak
Located in Istanbul, TR
Kaid nightstand is a functional and eye-catching furniture piece that is sure to add a modern and unique touch to your living space. The contrast be...
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2010s Turkish Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

'Arca' Mid-Century Modern Shoe Rack in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal
Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
Arca shoe rack/bench is made up of thin slats of wood which encircle the piece supporting the main body and creating a sensation of movement. The slats permit constant ventilation wh...
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2010s Brazilian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Danish Teak Highboy Magna Dresser
Located in Miami, FL
Both gorgeous and functional, this Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern bachelor's chest of drawers dates from the 1970s. With 5 large drawers, a fixed shelf and two adjustable shelves, i...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

French Country Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
French Country rustic walnut chest of drawers with three drawers, column form styles, with a stepped pedestal base on bracket feet and brass ring handles. Dimensions: 47.25" W x 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Fine Victorian Mahogany fitted 30 drawer Coin Collectors Chest
By King & Sons
Located in Dereham, GB
Fine Victorian Mahogany fitted 30 drawer Coin Collectors Chest Cornice Carved with Scottish Thistle & Leaf decoration. Beaded Detail Beneath, 2 Doors with ...
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1860s British Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Pair of Minimalist 'Amboine' Burl Wood Nightstands by Design Frères
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Minimalist 'Amboine' burl wood nightstands by Design Frères. Simple, functional design with 2 deep drawers per nightstand. Grea...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Minimalist Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Maple, Burl

French Pair Wooden Side Chests w/Marble Tops & Brass Accents, Mid 20th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French pair of painted wood side chests, with marble tops and brass accents, from the mid 20th century. These mid-century commodes from France each feature a rectangular-shaped wit...
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Mid-20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Woodsman Reclaimed Pine Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
Pine chest of drawers has a whitewash finish and is accented with cast metal antler drawer pulls. Dimensions: 43" W x 18" D x 34" H
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Antique Irish 17th Century William & Mary Marquetry Bone Ebony Oak Chest Stand
Located in Portland, OR
A very rare and unusual late 17th century Irish William & Mary period oak inlaid marquetry chest on stand, Donegal, circa 1690. The chest havi...
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1690s Irish William and Mary Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Holly, Oak, Ebony, Bone

Chippendale Mahogany Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Greenwich, CT
A very fine serpentine mahogany chest of drawers circa 1760 in the manner of Thomas Chippendale having a molded top over four drawers with a brush slide, resting on molded bracket fe...
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1760s English George III Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

USM Haller Credenza E2 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With four drop down doors. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powdercoated steel and chrome-plated steel tubes, the USM...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Chrome, Steel

mobile ARIANNA
Located in Milano, Lombardia
ARIANNA chest of drawers Handcrafted cabinet made in Italy from birch plywood and maple veneer. This incredible chest of drawers equipped with "push and pull" mechanisms. features an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Crystal, Bronze, Iron

Widdicomb Modern Original Figured Mahogany Three-Drawer Commode
Located in Chicago, IL
Widdicomb modern original Art Deco three-drawer commode with figured mahogany drawer fronts. Picture frame style casing with recessed curved front pli...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Booleanos Sideboard, Credenza, Console in Warm Wood Veneer by Joel Escalona
Located in Estado de Mexico CP, Estado de Mexico
Booleanos Sideboard, Credenza, Console in Warm Wood Veneer by Joel Escalona Booleanos collection reflects the concept of involuntary interactions and unexpected intersections.  Geometric credenza...
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2010s Mexican Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Plywood

Cassettiera in vetro verde smeraldo e oro, maniglie in cristallo, disponibile
Located in Guazzora, IT
Il mobile in vetro di Murano antico è un'opera straordinaria che cattura l'essenza dell'artigianato veneziano e la bellezza senza tempo del vetro soffiato. Con una geometria audace e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Antique 18th Century Georgian George III Mahogany Tallboy Chest on Chest, 1760
Located in Portland, OR
A fine quality George III flame mahogany chest on chest/tallboy, circa 1760. This elegant Georgian mahogany chest on chest is of the finest quality and is made from solid Cuban flame...
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1760s English George III Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

USM Haller Dresser Y
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With three drawers elevated. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome-plated steel tubes, the U...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Chrome, Steel

Roots chest of drawers (RC3S13)
Located in Ostrava, CZ
Roots Collection, aptly named for its detailed columns, pays homage to ancestral traditions, symbolizing the continuation initiated by both creators' grandfathers. This collection fe...
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2010s Czech Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Mahogany

19th Century Victorian Mahogany Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Very Good Quality Mid 19th Century Mahogany Pedestal Chest, Having Well Figured Rectangular Top Over Five Drawers Retaining Original Turned Wooden Knobs, Raised On Original Plinth ...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Louis XVI Style French Chest of Drawers
Located in Austin, TX
Chest of drawers, French, in the Louis XVI style made of mahogany. This piece has three dovetailed drawers, gilt brass pulls and trim throughout. The petite commode boasts a lustrous...
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1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Antique and Vintage Chests of Drawers and Commodes for Sale on 1stDibs

Is it 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 a 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.

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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