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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Chest of Drawers by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-century walnut wood dresser designed by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co., Grand Rapids, Michigan. This chest consists of 5 pull out drawers featuring 2 shallow drawers and 3...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Nickel

Antique Painted Louis XVI Style chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Antique Louis XVI style painted chest of drawers, 19th century. With a rectangular faux marble painted top, two top drawers and two full length lower drawers with brass pulls, painte...
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19th Century European Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Japanese antique wooden wabisabi drawer/1868-1920/MINGEI/Meiji-Taisho
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
I would like to introduce you to a rare Japanese wooden drawer that gives you a wabi-sabi feel. This is a medicine shop drawer built from the Meiji period to the Taisho period (aroun...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cedar

Louis XVI Style French Chest
Located in Austin, TX
Chest of drawers from France in the Louis XVI style. This piece has been ebonized and finished with a French polish for a lustrous, museum-quality finish. The hardware and trim is al...
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1910s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair of Art Deco Style Bernhardt Commode Chests or Nightstands
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Handsome pair of rich mahogany veneered commodes, chest of drawers, or nightstands made by Bernhardt. The three drawer chests feature parchment style leather wrapped fronts with nick...
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20th Century Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Nickel

MidCentury Macassar and Goatskin Italian Chests of Drawers, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Perfect bedroom dresser all refinement and style both for the size of the entire design and for the utmost care taken for its entire finish. A simple square design welcomes a Macass...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Goatskin, Macassar

Marble Top Ebonized Black Four Drawers Drop Front Compartment Barber Stand
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Antique tall pedestal shape marble top cabinet barber stand drop front door compartment. Hand dovetailed oak drawers. This will make a nice cabinet with ...
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19th Century Edwardian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak, Walnut

English Period Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Port Chester, NY
In the Jacobean style, this very early oak piece dates from the mid-1700s, and presents considerable style and character. Diagonal patterns on the faces of the front drawer are typic...
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Mid-18th Century English Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Magnificent Rare Modern Commode by John Stuart, circa 1940 - Pair Available
Located in Atlanta, GA
This majestic commode has undergone a meticulous complete restoration. The chest may be re-lacquered in another Ben Moore color in advance of shipment, if so desired. A stellar ex...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Yew Oyster Veneer Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
This chest which has been constructed and restored to the very highest 17th century standard, using almost all period materials and techniques of extreme craftmanship. The veneer des...
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2010s British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

19th Century French Faux Bamboo Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
19th century faux bamboo chest of drawers from France. The top is new and is made from Carrara marble. The sides of the chest are simple and paneled , and are finished at the bott...
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19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Carrara Marble

19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
19th Century Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Walnut, Germany, 1820 Elegant Chest of drawers with ebonized top from Biedermeier period. Piece of furniture standing on conical ebonized...
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1820s German Biedermeier Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Carlo de Carli Chest of Drawers D154 in Lacquered wood, Sormani, Italy 1963
Located in Rovereta, SM
Carlo De Carli (Milan, 1910 - 1999) Drawer chest model D154 in white lacquered wood, brass knobs and prongs Manufacturing Sormani, Italy, 1963 Italian Mid-Century Dresser by the fa...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Parchment Chest of Drawers with Brass Accents by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Dandy oval chest of drawers by Kifu Paris is an elegant and a luxurious home accent, inlaid in cream parchment with bronze-patina brass details. This pi...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

English Regency Period Mahogany 4 Drawer Tall Chest
Located in San Francisco, CA
An English Regency period mahogany 4 drawer tall chest, the molded top above a false dressing slide over 4 cockbeaded drawers, the top drawer being the largest. The chest is supporte...
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1820s English Regency Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Art Deco Norman Bel Geddes for Simmons Enameled Steel Dresser & Mirror, 1930s
Located in Harlingen, TX
An industrial art deco steel metal three drawer chest or dresser and floating mirror designed by Norman Bel Geddes for Simmons Company Furniture circa 1935. Faux bois enamel finish w...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Steel, Stainless Steel

Italian Empire 19th Century Walnut Commodes with Columns and Brass Mounts, Pair
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Italian Empire walnut four-drawer commodes from the 19th century with antique brass mounts and bookmatched veneer. This exquisite pair of Italian Empire walnut four-drawer ...
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19th Century Italian Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair of Italian Venetian Style Painted Pine Commodes or Chests
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand pair of Italian commodes or chest of drawers featuring a Venetian style painted finish. The large pine cases measure over 4 feet wide fronted by three storage drawers with pati...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

19th Century English Pine Chest of Drawers
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a lovely antique English pine chest! This piece dates to the 19th century and has lovely patina. The wood has a warm glow, that is accented perfectly by the darker stained kn...
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1880s English Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Hardwood

Italian 17th Century Walnut Four-Drawer Commode with Carved Bracket Feet
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian walnut commode from the 17th century with four drawers and carved bracket feet. This exquisite Italian walnut commode from the 17th century features a rectangular top with...
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17th Century Italian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

vintage TV cabinet cupboard teak 60's
Located in GRONINGEN, NL
vintage TV cabinet cupboard teak 60's period 60's design unknown Sweden condition good light signs of use size 42.5 x 120 x 44 (hxwxd) details teak; article number 2327
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1960s Swedish Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Japanese Antique Black Drawers / Storage Tansu / 1868s-1912s WabiSabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old Japanese black drawer. It was used in a private house in the Tohoku region of Japan. It seems to be around the Meiji period. Over the years, the expression created ...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Cedar

vintage chest of drawers hall closet cupboard 60s
Located in GRONINGEN, NL
vintage chest of drawers hall closet cupboard 60s Sweden period 60's design unknown Sweden condition good light signs of use size 57 x 82 x 32 (hxwxd) details oak; artic...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

17th Century Charles II Period Jacobean Geometric Chest of Drawers
Located in Petworth,West Sussex, GB
A 17th century, Charles II, Jacobean oak geometric chest of drawers of great colour & patina. Rectangular planked top with moulded edge above two small and three long graduated oak l...
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17th Century British Charles II Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Magnificent Neatly Proportioned Danish Mid Century Modern Chest Of Drawers
Located in Portlaoise, IE
An incredibly attractive and stylish Danish Mid Century modern chest of drawers that is neatly proportioned without deterring from ample storage that is offered in the form of four p...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Hardwood

19th Century French Louis Philippe Walnut Veneer Commode
Located in San Antonio, TX
Indulge in the timeless elegance of the 19th Century French Louis Philippe Walnut Veneer Commode, a masterpiece of sophistication and craftsmanship. This exquisite piece exemplifies ...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Early Oak Shop Commode From France, Circa 1900
Located in Nashville, TN
Early Oak Shop Commode From France, Circa 1900. Solid oak construction with original hardware. Great patina.
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Early 1900s European Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

20th Century French Louis XVI Style Commode
Located in San Antonio, TX
Experience the timeless elegance of the 20th Century French Louis XVI Style Commode, meticulously crafted to embody the essence of classic French design. Constructed from premium oak...
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1910s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Svend Langkilde Danish Rosewood Cabinet, c1960
Located in London, GB
Sven Langkilde - Rosewood Cabinet 2-door cabinet made from exquisite rosewood designed by Sven Langkilde and produced by his own company Langkilde Mobler. The internal space is made...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Dutch Inlaid Chest
Located in East Hampton, NY
Beautiful intricately inlaid Dutch chest with two large lower drawers and three upper drawers each with lock.
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Early 20th Century Dutch Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

19th Century French Louis Philippe Burl Walnut Commode
Located in San Antonio, TX
Introducing the exquisite 19th Century French Louis Philippe Burl Walnut Commode, a testament to the timeless elegance of French craftsmanship. Crafted with precision from luxurious ...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Antique French Louis Philippe Marble Top Mahogany Chest, Circa 1840-1850.
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique French Louis Philippe Marble Top Mahogany Chest, Circa 1840-1850.
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Restored American of Martinsville 6 Drawer Chest- Pair Available
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...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

19th Century French Louis Philippe Walnut Veneer Commode
Located in San Antonio, TX
Indulge in the timeless elegance of 19th-century French design with our exquisite Louis Philippe Walnut Veneer Commode. Crafted during the illustrious Louis Philippe era, this magnif...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Kai Kristiansen Chest of Drawers (Model 1D-2) in walnut, Denmark
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Beautiful Chest of Drawers (Model 1D-2) designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured recently by Kai Kristiansen & Friends ApS, Denmark. The Entre serie was originally produced by Ak...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

French Riviera Chest of Drawers in Vienna Straw, Rattan and Brass, Italy 1970
Located in Roma, IT
Spectacular Mid-Century chest of drawers fully made in rattan and Vienna straw with Brass knobs. This delightful French Riviera style chest of drawers was designed in Italy during th...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

19th Century French Walnut Louis Philippe Commode
Located in San Antonio, TX
Indulge in the refined beauty of our 19th Century French Louis Philippe Walnut Commode, meticulously restored to its former glory. Crafted with premium walnut wood and adorned with c...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

Lovelly Small Yew Wood Military Campaign Bachelor’s Chest
Located in Crawley, GB
We delight to offer for sale this lovely yew wood military four drawer bachelors chest , brass corners and brass handles , in good condition . Don't hesitate to contact me if you hav...
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20th Century British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

18th Century Swedish Baroque Commode
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
18th Century low period baroque commode with three drawers and original brass hardware. With later feet, repainted in soft blue. Circa 1760.
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18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

19th Century Three Drawer Directoire Chest
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Our favorite style. We love these Directoire pieces. Nice clean lines.
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19th Century French Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Hand-Carved Oak Chest of Drawers, France, 18th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful oak chest of drawers, a wonderful testament to craftsmanship and timeless elegance. At first glance, the dresser enchants with its intricate details. The three drawers are ...
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18th Century French Rustic Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Oak

Chest of Drawers in Elm by Maison Regain
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Maison Regain, sideboard, elm, France, 1970s  A beautiful cabinet or small sideboard created by Maison Regain in the 1970s. This piece is equipped with three drawers. This simplisti...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Elm

19th Century Small French Louis XVI Commode With Marble Top
Located in Charlottesville, VA
The perfect bedside commode . Brass accents and a marble top.
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19th Century French Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

19th Century French Louis Philippe of Period Commode or Dresser
Located in San Antonio, TX
Elevate your home decor with our exquisite 19th Century French Louis Philippe of Period Commode, featuring rich walnut veneer and impeccable craftsmanship. This stunning piece exudes...
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1860s French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers, Late Meiji Era'1868-1912', Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique chests of drawers was crafted in the Late Meiji Era(1868-1912). Crafted from cedar wood, it boasts a rustic allure, perfect for those seeking ample storage space. Ideal...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cedar

Japanese Antique Large Chest Of Drawers, Late Meiji Era'1868-1912', Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique chest of drawers was crafted in the Taisho Era(1912-1926). Robustly built with meticulous attention to detail, it features 20 drawers neatly arranged for both practicali...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Cedar

20th Century Louis XVI Style Bleached Commode or Dresser
Located in San Antonio, TX
Elevate your space with the timeless elegance of our 20th Century Louis XVI Style Bleached Commode, now available for your consideration. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail,...
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1910s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

20th Spanish Dresser in Carved Wood with Marble Top and Four Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
Spanish dresser from the second half of the 20th century. Furniture in carved wood of great quality. Original marble top in excellent condition. Four dra...
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Mid-20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

19th century mahogany chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century mahogany chest of drawers circa 1880. Good quality 19th century chest of drawers in the regency taste ready for everyday use.  Straight design with ebonised stringing t...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Pair of 19th Century Louis XVI Painted Chests of Drawers with Faux Marble Top
Located in Dallas, TX
Use this elegant pair of antique painted chests of drawers as nightstands on either side of a master bed, or place them in an entryway or living room. Crafted in France circa 1870, e...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Spectacular Blue Pantry Cabinet in Murano Glass - Made in Italy Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
Introducing the Spectacular Blue Pantry Cabinet, a masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship that brings the timeless elegance of Murano glass into your home. This unique piece is not jus...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Magnificent Green Bathroom Cabinets in Murano Glass - Luxury Style Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
Elevate your bathroom with our magnificent green cabinets crafted from exquisite Murano glass. Handmade in Italy, these one-of-a-kind pieces blend solid birch wood with intricate colored glass panels in a rich emerald hue, adorned with brass accents for opulent sophistication. The cabinets exude a modern yet timeless allure, seamlessly blending functionality and artistry. Ample storage compartments and drawers offer practical solutions, while the glass elements 90 glass spheres an ethereal beauty. Each piece is a unique creation, taking 3-4 weeks to produce by skilled artisans. As creators of exceptional environments, our company harmoniously combines antique, vintage, and contemporary elements to evoke emotions and reflect individuality. This is a luxurious, modern-style bathroom cabinet that elevates any space into an eye-catching oasis through its unparalleled craftsmanship and design. Indulge in the extraordinary and embrace the epitome of style with our magnificent green Murano glass bathroom cabinets...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

19th Century English Pine Chest with Chinoiserie Decoration
Located in High Point, NC
19th century pine chest of drawers from England with a beveled edge around the top, following down to two over three-drawer configuration. The front of the piece is hand painted with...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

19th Century Scandinavian Chest of Drawers with Serpentine Front in Mahogany
Located in Miami, FL
A Fine chest with four drawers in bookmatched, crotch West Indies mahogany with serpentine front and resting on carved slipper feet. Features a serpentine top in quarter-sawn sapele ...
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1850s Swedish Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Chest of Drawers in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Furniture Co., chest of drawers, walnut, cane, brass, United States, 1950s This lovely chest of drawers is designed by British designer T.H. Rob...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

18th C. French Louis XV Carved and Painted Wood Commode
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XV carved and painted wood commode, with subtle serpentine shaped body, from the 18th century. This antique chest from France has a shapely top with serpentine front a...
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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

French Neoclassic Commode, Cornflower Blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical style painted wood commode from the mid 20th century. This mid-century chest from France features a rectangular-shaped top, which rests above a neoclassical sty...
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Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

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 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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