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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Creator: Paul Frankl
Creator: Robert W. Irwin Co.
Restored Paul Frankl Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Experience the refined elegance of this mid-century modern chest of drawers, designed by Paul Frankl and expertly restored by our skilled craftsmen. Crafted from mahogany, this piece...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair of Paul Frankl Four-Drawer Chests for Brown Saltman
Located in Hanover, MA
HOLIDAY SALE 27 November through 15 December 2023 Pair of 1950s four-drawer chests with distinctive polished brass "X" drawer pulls. Produced by Brown Saltman. Can be used when ov...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Paul Frankl Black Lacquered Highboy Dresser Chest With Drop Front Secretary Desk
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern black lacquered highboy dresser or chest of drawers with unique drop front secretary desk By Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture and retailed by John...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Gentleman's Chest by Paul Frankl, C. 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
The Gentleman's Chest by Paul Frankl, a tribute to mid-century elegance from the 1950s, meticulously restored to perfection by Stamford Modern. Crafted from exquisite maple, the ches...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Maple

Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Mid Century Modern X Pulls Dresser c. 1950s
Located in Denville, NJ
We photograph and list inventory in the condition it arrives at our warehouse to streamline operations and focus on restoration for current orders. This also enables us to maintain a...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Mid Century Two-Drawer Mahogany Commode Console By Paul Frankl, c1940s
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Welcome to a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of mid-century modern history. This stunning Mahogany and Nickel 2-Drawer Console Table, expertly designed by the celebrate...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Nickel

Vintage Cerused and Brass Chest of Drawers by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage chest of drawers / tall dresser designed by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman, circa 1950s. This beautiful chest of drawers features four large pull-out dovetailed drawers, all i...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

A Pair of High Chests by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This pair of high chests designed by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture were produced in the 1950s. Standing the test of time, the craftsmanship of...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Paul Frankl "Station Wagon" Three-Drawer Chest for Johnson Furniture
Located in Hanover, MA
Gorgeous three-drawer nightstand chest by Paul Frankl from his highly coveted "Station Wagon Group" created in 1945 for Johnson Furniture Company of Grand Rapids. Branded mark in top...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquer Paul Frankl Stamped John Stuart Double Dresser
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquer Paul Frankl Stamped John Stuart Double Dresser A spectacular dresser designed by Paul Frankl for John Stuart, recently ...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Lacquer

Paul Frankl, John Stuart, Mid-Century Modern Rare Station Wagon Full Bedroom Set
Located in Stamford, CT
Rare Mid-Century Modern Paul Frankl for John Stuart complete 1950s bedroom set. Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co. and retailed by John...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Vintage Oak and Brass Chest of Drawers by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Stunning vintage oak and brass chest of drawers / tall dresser designed by Paul Frankl for Brown Saltman, circa 1950s. This beautiful chest of drawer’s features a Minimalist but highly functional design that highlights the elegance of the oak wood used for its construction. The contrast offered between the different shades of oak and mahogany wood makes the dresser's structure stand out even more and captivates the viewer's eye. Features four large pull-out dovetailed drawers, all integrated with original brass X-pulls. Its spacious drawers make it the ideal home addition for storing bedroom essentials...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Compatible Pair Mid-Century Modern Dressers, Chests by Paul Frankl, John Stuart
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair Mid-Century Modern Double dressers by Paul Frankl for John Stuart, Lacquer Highly compatible Set of two spectacular dressers designed by Paul Frankl for John Stuart, recently f...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass, Chrome

1950s Paul Frankl Moroccan Red Lacquered Double Dresser / Chest of Drawers
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Iconic Paul Frankl 10-drawer chest with freshly polished brass X pulls, refinished and shown in Moroccan Red Lacquer from Frankl's Debonair Collection for Johnson Furniture. Pair Available. Please note buyer has the option to select any color for professional refinishing to match the desired interior. Certainly one of Paul Frankl's most celebrated designs, the chest is timeless and pairs well with contemporary, eclectic and mid century decor. Paul Frankl was known in the Art Deco period for his architectural skyscraper...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Lacquer

Paul Frankl Chest in Your Choice of Color
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Chest designed by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture, American, circa 1950s. It is currently being refinished and can be completed in your choice of color. The hardware is a m...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co. Mid-Century Walnut Six Drawer High Chests
Located in New York, NY
2 Mid-Century walnut high chests / dressers with six drawers mounted with X-shaped brass drawer pulls. (PAUL FRANKL FOR JOHNSON FURNITURE CO)(PRIC...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal, Brass

Antique Robert W Irwin Louis XV French Walnut Chest of Drawers Tallboy Dresser
Located in Dayton, OH
"A lovely chest of drawers or dresser by Robert W. Irwin Furniture Company. Crafted from French Walnut in Louis XV styling. Features a rectangular form with burled walnut front, four drawers, cabriole legs and ormolu mounts. Circa 1928-1940 At the ripe age of 23 Robert Irwin rose from office clerk to plant superintendent of the Grand Rapids School Furniture Co. In 1900 he and some associates purchases Royal Furniture Co, and later it transferred to his very own label in Irwin. Irwin specialized in high end reproductions based off of European and ancient American...
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1930s Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Satinwood

Seven Drawer Chest by Paul T. Frankl for Johnson Furniture Company
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful seven-drawer chest designed by Paul T. Frankl for Johnson Furniture. In excellent condition, restored in a beautiful lacquer with solid brass 'X's which have been professio...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

1950s Modern Paul Frankl for John Stuart Ebonized Walnut Chest
Located in Kennesaw, GA
Love this! This is an ebonized walnut chest with plated brass hardware designed by Paul Frankl for John Stuart. It is in very good conditio...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Nickel

Paul Frankl for Johnson Brass X Pulls High Chest of Drawers Dresser Cabinet
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Paul Frankl for Johnson Brass X Pulls high chest of drawers dresser cabinet.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

ROBERT W IRVIN CO French Provincial Walnut Chest of Five Drawers
Located in Charlotte, NC
A French Provincial style chest by Robert W Irwin Co of Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA. Made in the early 20th century of solid walnut with brass hardware and faux keyhole escutcheons. Features five dovetail drawers, top drawer with built in jewelry organizer...
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Early 20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Large American Mid Century Commode by Paul Frankl, 1950s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large American mid century commode by Paul Frankl, 1950s.
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Mid-20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Restored Six Drawers Paul Frankl American Walnut Solid Brass Buckle Shaped Pulls
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Century modern American walnut solid brass buckle shaped pulls hardware high chest dresser by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Company.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Paul Frankl Petite Mahogany Chest of Drawers for Johnson Furniture Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Petite mahogany chest of drawers or dresser with inset handles, fully incased with a stepped edge detail.
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Paul Frankl Brass X-Pulls Brown Cherry High Chest with Drop Front Secretary
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern cherry finish 7 drawers high chest dresser by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture. The dresser has nice drop front secretary compartment...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair of Lacquered Wood Chests of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Pair of white lacquered wood chests of drawers with brass cross pull details by Paul Frankl for John Stuart Inc. Signed.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Paul Frankl For Brown Saltman Chest Dresser
Located in Pasadena, TX
A mid century modern chest of drawers designed by Paul Frankl and made by Brown Saltman. An oak case with combed oak drawer fronts and signature Frankl X pulls. As shown in the las...
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1940s American Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Antique Robert W Irwin Louis XVI Satinwood Tallboy Dresser Chest of Drawers
Located in Dayton, OH
"An exquisite tallboy dresser or chest of drawers by Robert W. Irwin Furniture Company. Circa 1928-1940. Crafted from satinwood featuring a rectangular form with six drawers, rounded fluted stiles, neoclassical hardware, and turned tapered arrow feet. At the ripe age of 23 Robert Irwin rose from office clerk to plant superintendent of the Grand Rapids School Furniture Co. In 1900 he and some associates purchases Royal Furniture Co, and later it transferred to his very own label in Irwin. Irwin specialized in high end reproductions based off of European and ancient American...
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1930s Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Satinwood

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Located in Troy, MI
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Located in Saint Louis, MO
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Located in West Hartford, CT
This newly lacquered sophisticated high chest was designed by Paul Frankl for the Johnson Furniture Company, circa late 1940s-early 1950s. The coveted Johnson hallmark is incised ins...
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Located in West Hartford, CT
This newly lacquered sophisticated high chest was designed by Paul Frankl for the Johnson Furniture Company, circa late 1940s-early 1950s. The coveted Johnson hallmark is incised ins...
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Located in West Hartford, CT
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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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