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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Price: $1 to $2,500
Regency Period Chest of Drawers
Located in Warrington, GB
Beautifully figured Mahogany chest of drawers with boxwood stringing to the drawer fronts and top. Standing on splayed legs adjoined by a sweeping stretcher. English C1810. Height...
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Early 19th Century European Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Italian hand Painted 60s Commode With 4 Drawers with hand Drawn Floral Design
Located in Pasadena, CA
60s Italian Wooden Commode with hand drawn floral design. Amazing angles and size. Playful color pallet. The front has an outdoor scene provideding a relaxing view into the artist v...
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1960s Italian Adirondack Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Wicker and rush chest of drawers, 1980
Located in Roma, RM
Wood and rattan chest of drawers, 1980 Product details Dimensions: 75 Lenght x 79 Height x 42 Depth cm
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1980s European Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wicker, Rush

Vintage Walnut Tallboy Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage walnut tallboy chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from the 1960’s. It is of superb quality, it is a very large and useful size. There is lots of...
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Mid-Century Teak Chest of Drawers, 1960s
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This mid century chest of drawers in teak was manufactured in the denmark the 1960s. The chest of drawers has 2 drawers and a cabinet with 3 shelves. Completely restored, teak elemen...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Antique chest of drawers - helper, Germany, early 20th century. After renovation
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique chest of drawers from around 1920, Western Europe. The furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation. Dimensions: height 154 cm / width 110 cm / depth ...
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1920s German Art Nouveau Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Bonnet Top Highboy with Pinwheel Carvings & Impressive Size
Located in Milford, NH
A Queen Anne style bonnet top highboy with swan’s neck split pediment with urn form finials surmounting an upper case with three pinwheel carvings over three fitted drawers, the cent...
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20th Century American Federal Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

19th Century Inlaid Walnut Commode
Located in Charlottesville, VA
These make great side tables or bedside tables. This one has nice inlay.
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19th Century Italian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Antique Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A superb antique burr walnut chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1890-1900 period. The quality is outstanding, this is beautifully made and is a gre...
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1890s British Queen Anne Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Pair of Art Deco Burr Walnut Bedside Cabinets
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made pair of Art Deco burr walnut bedside cabinets. They were made in England, they date from the 1920-30’s. The quality is outstanding, they have stunn...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Danish Vintage Bedside Chest by Dyrlund
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made Danish vintage bedside chest. This was made by Dyrlund, it dates from around the 1960’s. The quality is outstanding, this sits on tapered legs and ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Fine Quality French Bronze Mounted Marble Top Three Drawer Commode Dresser
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a beautiful commode in the Directoire style or Louis XVI style. The commode features kingwood and walnut in contrasting hues and beautiful bronze. The piece features a beauti...
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1930s French Directoire Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

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

Art Deco Walnut Chest of Drawers by Heal’s
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made Art Deco walnut chest of drawers by Heal’s. This was made by and retailed in Heal’s in the 1920-30’s. The quality is exceptional, with a very solid...
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1920s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
J035 Georgian mahogany and inlaid chest of drawers, having oversailing figured mahogany top with inlaid edge above three inlaid, graduated drawers fitted with brass ring handles, all...
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Late 18th Century Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

French Art Deco Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
ART DECO WALNUT CHEST OF DRAWERS Transport yourself to the 1930s with this stunning French Art Deco walnut chest of drawers. Its elegant design ...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

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

Hand-painted Baroque chest of drawers, 18th century
Located in Greding, DE
Two-drawer baroque chest of drawers standing on a cut-out base. The body with a slightly wavy front has been repainted blue-grey according to historical models and decoratively rubbe...
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18th Century German Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Softwood

Warren Church Lane Perception Walnut Oak Mahogany Mid Century Tall Chest Dresser
Located in Forest Grove, PA
Warren Church for Lane Perception walnut, mahogany and oak Mid Century tall chest or dresser with a wonderful contrasting basketweave deta...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Antique Figured Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique figured walnut chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1900-1910 period. It is of superb quality and is a useful size, with lots of s...
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Early 1900s British Queen Anne Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Lillian August Mirrored Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Fine mirrored chest with antiqued gray wood frame. With an inset beveled mirror top and three long drawers with nickel finish knob pulls. The sides and supports made in segments. Rai...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Danish Vintage Chest of Drawers by Dyrlund
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made Danish vintage chest of drawers. This was made by Dyrlund, it dates from around the 1960’s. The quality is outstanding, this sits on tapered legs a...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Late Empire Chatol Made In Elm Wood From 1840s
Located in Lejre, DK
This late empire chatol is a fine representation of furniture style from the 1840s. Made of elm wood and adorned with intarsia details, it exudes both noble craftsmanship and histori...
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1840s Danish Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Elm

STELE Bedside Table
Located in Manchester, GB
A bedside table with hand-carved textured doors. This piece is made in solid English oak. The oak is darkened using the traditional process of fuming, where the timber is exposed t...
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2010s English Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Chatol Made In Light Mahogany With Brass Handles From 1920s
Located in Lejre, DK
This chatol with three drawers is furniture craftsmanship from the 1920s. Crafted in light mahogany and adorned with brass handles and fittings, it exudes both elegance and functiona...
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1920s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Large Antique 18th Century Georgian Oak Tallboy Chest of Six Drawers English
Located in Sherborne, Dorset
A very tall and highly attractive 18th-century Georgian oak chest of two over four graduated drawers, with beautifully figured oak, brass handles, and escutcheons, raised on bracket ...
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Mid-18th Century British Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Regency Style Faux Bamboo & Tooled Leather Lingerie Chest Att. Maitland-Smith
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a regency style faux bamboo lingerie / jewelry chest comprised of tooled leather, fruitwood, and bronze. It is attributed to Maitland-Smith. Each drawer front is beveled glas...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Petite and Beautiful George II Walnut Bureau c. 1750
Located in Heathfield, GB
A very beautiful Georgian bureau of superb colour and condition and unusually slender at c. 28 inches wide. The walnut veneers are bookmatched and the bureau has a deep crossbanded ...
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18th Century Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Small Chest of Drawers on Wheels in Rosewood of Danish Design from the 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This small chest of drawers on wheels epitomizes the elegance and functionality of Danish design from the 1960s. Crafted from luxurious rosewood, renowned for its rich color and dis...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Mid 20th century Scandinavian birch chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century Scandinavian birch chest of drawers circa 1950. Stylish chest of drawers of small proportions, rounded top edges in the art deco taste, 2 short drawers over 2 long....
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

Vintage Danish Modern Rosewood High Chest
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Vintage Danish Modern Rosewood High Chest. Featuring a straight line design, five drawers for storage, modern legs, and a beautiful rosewood finish. This is an ...
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Rosewood

Custom Reclaimed Elm Wood Chest of Drawers Walnut Finish
Located in Brea, CA
Our dresser is custom made from reclaimed elm wood in a dark walnut finish, The eco-friendly dresser, is a great additional to any space. Experience the beauty of reclaimed wood whil...
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21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Elm, Reclaimed Wood

Pair Swedish Gustavian Style Painted 3 Drawer Chests Nightstands
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Painted Gustavian Style Chest of Drawers or Side Tables, A Pair These classic Swedish style three drawer hand painted chests, small commodes or end tables have been constructed fro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Miniature 3 Drawer Chest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early 19th century Georgian Miniature Chest of Drawers would have been constructed by the workshop to show potential clients examples of their products. Made from sturdy mahogan...
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19th Century English Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Miniature 19th Century Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early 19th century Georgian Miniature Chest of Drawers would have been constructed by the workshop to show potential clients examples of their products. Made from sturdy mahogan...
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

HENKEL HARRIS 155 29 Solid Mahogany Chippendale Semainier Lingerie Chest
Located in Charlotte, NC
A semainier lingerie chest in the Chippendale style by Henkel Harris, of Winchester, Virginia, USA. Solid mahogany with brass hardware, ogee edge to top, and bracket feet. Features s...
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Late 20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

French Mid-Century Oak & Marble Top Little Cabinet, circa 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
Vintage commode in the typical style of the sixties, French little cabinet with two doors and one shelf inside, circa 1960. Oak, marble top and chrome buttoms. The small size of thi...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Chrome

20th century art deco inlaid chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish art deco chest of drawers, circa 1930. Dark stained birch outer frame. 3 graduating mahogany drawer fronts inlaid with birch and ebonized swags, fitted with brush steel ring...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

Pair Swedish Gustavian Style Painted 3 Drawer Chests Nightstands
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Painted Gustavian Style Chest of Drawers or Side Tables, A Pair These classic Swedish style three drawer hand painted chests, small commodes or end tables have been constructed fro...
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Early 2000s European Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Georgian Miniature Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early 19th century Georgian Miniature Chest of Drawers would have been constructed by the workshop to show potential clients examples of their products. Made from sturdy mahogan...
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Console in Mahogany with Inlaid Wood from the 1880
Located in Lejre, DK
Mahogany console with inlaid walnut wood and round legs from around the 1880s. Dimensions in cm: H:84.5 W:68 D:43
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1880s Danish Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Swedish Painted Pine Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 20th C Swedish painted pine three drawer commode. 1930. Reference: 8213 Dimensions 40 inches (102 cms) Wide 17.5 inches (44 cms) Deep 27 inches (69 cms) High
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Early 20th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Italian Renaissance Style Walnut Cassone or Chest
Located in New York, NY
Italian Renaissance Style Walnut Cassone or Chest, circa 19th century or later, rectangular with hinged lid above a carved and decorated chest on moulded plinth. 18" H x 65" W x 20" D.
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20th Century Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

CRAFTIQUE Solid Mahogany Chippendale Style Chest on Chest with Ogee Feet
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Chippendale style chest on chest by high-quality furniture maker Craftique. Solid mahogany with their Old Wood finish, brass hardware, ogee edge to the top, brass keyhole escutcheo...
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Late 20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Circa 1830 Late Georgian Travel Chest, on Later Stand, English
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1830 late Georgian travel chest, on later stand, English. Mahogany of good color with heavy bail & rosette brass handles. Well made dovetails visible as part of the decoration ...
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1830s English Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

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

Space Age White Italy Dresser Vanity Table Lacquer Wood Fibreglass
Located in Valladolid, ES
One of a kind dressing table, space age style, 70s, with great influence of Art Deco aesthetics. In white lacquered wood, with a black marble effect fiberglass top. Large circular mirror in the upper part and the storage part is divided into two drawers on each side. With lighting in the upper and lower fin shapes. A piece of great sophistication and glamour, very difficult to find. It has a plate with the name of the Italian manufacturer DBM. The period known as the Space Age or Space Age was the post Atomic Age, that is, the late 50's and early 70's. It is part of the “stylings” that reigned in the US during the 20th century. The concept of an optimistic world based on a possible "Earth of Tomorrow" reigned by the dominance of atomic energy and space travel. This "Styling" is inspired by the North American space race, but above all, the aesthetics based on Science Fiction, space satellites, helmets, ships, the effect of weightlessness and a "cinematic" proposal of a new style. of life of the future. Movies like Barbarella 1968, James Bond, Space Odyssey 2001...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Space Age Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mirror, Fiberglass, Wood, Lacquer

Postmodern Bullnose Faux Travertine Laminate Chest of Drawers
Located in Delray Beach, FL
The Postmodern Bullnose Faux Travertine Laminate Chest of Drawers offers a blend of modern sophistication and functionality. Its sleek postmodern design...
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20th Century American Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

George II Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
George II walnut chest of drawers, 18th century. With an overhanging rectangular top with two bands of string inlay, two top drawers and 3 gradu...
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18th Century English George II Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Regency Chic Faux Bamboo "Aloha" Chests of Drawers by Dixie - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Discover the elegance of the Regency Faux Bamboo Aloha Chests by Dixie, a pair that combines tropical flair with classic style. These chests feature intricate faux bamboo detailing i...
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20th Century American Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Italian Renaissance Style Walnut Cassone or Chest
Located in New York, NY
The Italian Renaissance style walnut cassone or chest measures, approximately 22 inches in height, 54 inches in width, and 22 inches in depth.
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20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Mid-Century Modern Walnut High Chest
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Walnut High Chest. Featuring a straight line design, two drawers at the top with wooden pulls, three drawers at the bottom with original bras...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

DIXIE Banded Mahogany Chippendale Chest of Six Drawers - B
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Chippendale style chest of drawers by Dixie Furniture. Mahogany with brass hardware, banded inlaid top with bevel edge, banded drawer fronts, and bracket feet. Features two smaller...
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Late 20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Regency Chic "Aloha" Chest of Drawers by Dixie - 3 Drawers
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Discover the charm of the Regency "Aloha" Chest of Drawers by Dixie, blending classic elegance with a playful twist. This piece features three spacious drawers, refined lines, and a ...
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20th Century American Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Exceptional Georgian Bow Front Chest of Drawers
Located in Flower Mound, TX
An exceptional quality Georgian Bow Front chest of drawers. With bracket feet and absolutely awesome patina and with original key. ...
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Early 1800s English Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Paul McCobb Planner Group Solid Birch Dresser or Chest of Drawers, 1950s
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern three-drawer dresser or chest of drawers By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture, "Planner Group" USA, 1950s Solid birch, with original bras...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern 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

Colonial Revival Slant Front Secretary Chest
Located in New York, NY
Colonial Revival 19th-century mahogany slant-front secretary desk/chest, rectangular with a slanted drop-front writing surface opening to reveal letter drawers and cubbies, above fou...
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19th Century American Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

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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