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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Period: 1950s
Period: Early 19th Century
Magnificent French Louis XVI Style Marble Top Demilune Cabinet
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Beautiful inlaid mahogany French Louis XVI style marble top console cabinet, having four fitted drawers, tapered legs and ornate bronze mounts.
#2775.
Category
1950s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball American Modern Dresser, A Pair
Located in Garnerville, NY
A handsome pair of solid maple five drawer dressers designed by Leslie Diamond for Conant-Ball's American Modern line. Circa 1950-60. The dressers feature tapered block feet, drawer dividers in the second drawer, deep drawers for maximum storage, sturdy maple construction, and recessed channel handles...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple
Breathtaking Pair of Black Walnut Parquetry Small Commodes by Renzo Rutili
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent pair of chests is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation rea...
Category
1950s American Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century Italian Empire Period Walnut Night Stand
Located in Prato, IT
Veneered in walnut, three drawers with black columns with caryatid head and pure gold base. Four ebonized turned legs.
Coeval Carrara marble top.
Very good condition.
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Carrara Marble
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Refinished Dresser / Credenza 1950s, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant refinished dresser by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb (USA) features gorgeous walnut grain with three drawers and one cabinet door, all with integrated pulls. Signe...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Original Louis XIV Chest of Drawers Walnut Wood and Briar Italy, Early 18th C.
Located in Torino, IT
Original Louis XIV
chest of drawers
in wood and walnut briar
with ebonized details.
Four drawers
ORIGIN
Italy
PERIOD
Early eighteenth century
MODEL
Chest of drawers
...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Louis XIV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball Mid-Century Modern Solid Birch Dresser, 1950s
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern three-drawer solid birch dresser or chest of drawers
By Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball, "ModernMates" Collecti...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Gustavian Style Six Drawer Chest of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Gustavian Style Six Drawer Chest Of Drawers. its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
Category
1950s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
George III Mahogany Chest
Located in Wilson, NC
George III mahogany chest, the top is inlaid around the perimeter with boxwood and ebony; the drawers have the same inlay. The swan neck brass pulls are original as well as the brack...
Category
1810s English Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Mid-Century Blond Four Drawer Chests with Round Brass Hardware
Located in St. Louis, MO
Nice pair of Mid-Century Modern bleached mahogany four drawer bachelors chests with round brass disc hardware on concave base. These would also make great nightstands or bedside ches...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Black Lacquered Gentleman's Chest, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern gentleman's chest of drawers
By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture, "Irwin Collection"
USA, 1950s
Black lacquered...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mirror, Mahogany, Lacquer
Italian Midcentury Amboyna Briar Sideboard by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
This credenza, designed by Vittorio Dassi in the 1950s, is simply stunning. It is made of high-quality amboyna burl, characterized by warm tones that make it even more fascinating. T...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Veneered Cherrywood Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A light-brown, antique German Biedermeier single chest made of handcrafted shellac polished veneered Cherrywood, in very good condition. The detailed cabi...
Category
Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
Vintage Nightstands by American of Martinsville
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Pair of beautiful nightstands designed and manufactured by American of Martinsville in the United States, circa 1950s. Each nightstand features three dovetailed drawers with original...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Modern Chest of Drawers/Secretary by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the Mid Century Modern Chest of Drawers/Secretary by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, a stunning piece of furniture that's sure to elevate any space,this dresser boasts a sleek and sophisticated design that perfectly captures the essence of mid-century modern style.
Featuring five spacious drawers, this chest of drawers is perfect for storing all your essentials. Whether you are looking to organize your clothing, accessories, or other personal items, this dresser has ample space to accommodate it all.
But what really sets this piece apart is its unique secretary...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Spectacular Pair of Cane and Brass Doors and Drawers Commodes by Tommi Parzinger
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent commodes are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. ...
Category
1950s American Organic Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Tommi Parzinger Black Lacquer and Brass Large Scale Chest or Credenza
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant midcentury chest, designed by Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern, American, circa 1950s. It has been completely restored, refinished in black lacquer and the brass hardware hand...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
Restored Midcentury Vintage Cabinet from 1950s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Storage living room furniture from the mid-20th century.
Furniture in very good condition, after professional renovation.
Dimensions: height 140 ...
Category
1950s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
1960s, Vintage Danish Cabinet-Chest, Teak Wood
Located in Tarm, 82
Vintage Danishcabinet-chest, teak wood. Sliding doors, drawers, mirror inside. No smells, no stains. Very good condition.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Art Glass, Teak
Early 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Style Inlaid Walnut Small Chest of Drawers
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Lovely Italian Louis XVI style small chest of drawers, early 19th century in solid walnut wood. Inlaid decoration of geometric taste. On the front two fake drawers hide a large compa...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
ISA Bergamo Italian Rosewood and Brass Commode, 1950s
By ISA Bergamo
Located in Paris, IDF
This rare chest of drawers produced by ISA Bergamo in Italy in the 1950s imparts a cosy, chic and glowing mood to a space. The warm rosewood remains looking beautiful and smooth seve...
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Early 19th Century English Bow Front Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Early 19th century mahogany bow front chest of drawers from England. The top is made from a single plank, which features wonderful graining and scalloped edging, which also feature r...
Category
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany, Satinwood
Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball Mid-Century Modern Solid Birch Highboy Dresser
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern five-drawer solid birch highboy dresser or chest of drawers
By Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball
USA, 1950s
Measu...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Tall Boy Chest of Drawers by Poul M. Volther, FDB, Denmark, 1950s
Located in Hägersten, SE
Tall boy chest of drawers by Poul M. Volther. Produced in Denmark by FDB during the 1950s. Teak wood on the body, standing on solid oak legs. The inside of the drawers made from ligh...
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple, Oak, Teak
Tall Painted Pine Chest of Drawers, England, circa 1800
Located in Culver City, CA
Tall Painted Pine Chest of Drawers, England, circa 1800
Weathered painted surface with original brass pulls
Measures 37”w x 17.25”d x 54”h.
Category
Early 19th Century English Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Suffolk, GB
George III mahogany chest on chest with the upper section having a dentil cornice and two short over three long drawers with original brass handles. The base having a brushing slide ...
Category
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Other
Chest of Drawers by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful chest of drawers designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
The cabinet 5 drawers, the top drawer comes with separations for different garments.
The piece is in good vintage condition and it retains the original Dunbar tag.
Measurements:
36 inches wide x 18 inches deep...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
1950s Vintage Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and useful vintage walnut chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1950-60’s.
This is of great quality...
Category
1950s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Antique British Colonial Campaign Secretary Chest of Drawers
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome 19th century British Colonial Campaign chest handcrafted in mahogany featuring a pullout desk in the top with drawers and niches, three storage drawers below, brass hardware...
Category
Early 19th Century English British Colonial Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th/19th Century French Country Cherry Commode
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A authentic, very well made and outstanding Provincial French Commode. The top with plank construction and rounded corners. The case with two short drawers over two long ones, all ca...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
George III Mahogany Tray Top Commode
Located in Wilson, NC
George III mahogany tray top commode, the gallery has openings on the sides for carrying; the sliding tambour front reveals open interior. The front l...
Category
1810s English Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique American Empire Burled Mahogany Chest of Drawers, Circa 1820s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous American Empire four-drawer highboy dresser or chest of drawers
USA, Circa 1820s
Carved cherry wood with turned columns, burled mahogany drawer fronts, and glass drawer pulls...
Category
Early 19th Century American American Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Cherry, Mahogany, Burl
Handsome Designer French Provincial Chest of Drawers
By Thomasville
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Lovely vintage Thomasville French Provincial dresser or chest of drawers beautifully made of hardwood and having 3 roomy drawers.
#4218.
Category
1950s American French Provincial Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Empire Chest of Drawers Cherry Wood with Black Colones and Black Marble Top
Located in Weiningen, CH
EMPIRE chest of drawers cherry wood with black colones and black marble top
Category
1820s French Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Belgian Black Marble
Jansen Moderne Large Commode with Marble Top
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Wonderful French Jansen commode with marble top. This is unusually large and most likely custom made at 75" wide. This item is standard for a sideboard but very special for a commode. The graceful design and proportions make this a vey unique dresser...
Category
1950s French French Provincial Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Arne Vodder Attributed Bureau Produced by N.C. Møbler in Denmark
By Arne Vodder
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare bureau attributed to Arne Vodder. Produced by N.C Møbler in Denmark.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Small Louvered Chest of Drawers
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Small chest of drawers, consisting of louvered walnut fronts and mahogany case. Five drawers total with the top being velvet lined to store various pieces if jewelry. Second drawer c...
Category
1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Andrianna Shamaris Antique Wood Chest
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful antique chest with remnants of the original color. We only source the best.
This bench was sourced in the spirit of Wabi-Sabi, a J...
Category
1950s Japanese Meiji Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Reclaimed Wood
George III Mahogany Small Chest of Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
A cute chest of unusually small size perfect for a bedside table or end table. Rectangular top over two drawers. Oval brass handles and ending on French feet.
Category
1810s English George III Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ebony, Mahogany
Dresser by Paul Laszlo for Brown Saltman
By Paul Laszlo
Located in Dallas, TX
A mahogany chest of drawers designed by Paul Laszlo for brown saltman.
Category
1950s Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Early 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Chest of Drawers with Fantastic Marquetry
Located in Greven, DE
Antique chest of drawers with architectural marquetry
North Italy
Walnut, maple a.o.
Early 19th century.
Dimensions: H x W x D: 90 x 109 x 55 cm
Description:
Exceptional ...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Superb Quality Early 19th Century Tall Mahogany Bowfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Martlesham, GB
A superb quality early 19th century tall mahogany bowfront chest of drawers, having a lovely figured top above a selection of two short over four long graduated drawers, with oval br...
Category
Early 1800s British Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
English King George III 1800s Oak Five Drawer Commode with Raised Panels
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English George III period oak commode from the early 19th century, with five graduating drawers, raised panels, brass hardware and short feet. Created in England during the George...
Category
Early 19th Century English George III Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
English Mahogany Serpentine Chest
Located in Wilson, NC
English mahogany serpentine chest, the top has beautiful color and patina; the frieze, chamfer, and graduated drawers are inlaid with ebony string. The drawers are particularly sturd...
Category
1820s English Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century French Empire Period Commode
Located in San Antonio, TX
A beautiful French Empire Period Commode. This commode is made with mahogany wood and was professionally sanded, bleached, and painted in ...
Category
Early 19th Century Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Dutch Mahogany Bombe Petit Chest of Drawers
Located in Essex, MA
With a serpentine top and conforming bombe form case section with three drawers with brass bail handles, raised on bracket feet.
Category
Early 19th Century Dutch Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
2 Bedside Table, in Radica Di Mogano, Anni 50
Located in Felino, IT
coppia comodini anni 50. anta impiallacciate in radica di mogano. struttura in faggio. piano superiore in vetro effetto stampato onice. piedi in legno massiccio torniti. maniglie in ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair George Nelson Thin Edge Rosewood Chests
Located in New York, NY
Pair of George Nelson thin edge chests or nightstands. The items are rosewood veneer with four pull-out drawers and metal legs.
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Bureau-Commode. Vienna, c. 1820-25.
Located in Vienna, AT
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This elegant early Biedermeier walnut bureau-commode is the best example of top-quality Viennese piece from circa 1820-25.
Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sophisticated proportions, rare and refined design and excellent craftsmanship and continue to have a great influence on modern design.
This elegant Biedermeier piece has beautiful, highly figured walnut veneer with gorgeous light deep amber color and 200 hundred years old patina.
Two drawer Biedermeier bureau...
Category
Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Tommi Parzinger Elegant Chest of Drawers with Etched Brass Pulls 1950s 'Signed'
Located in New York, NY
Superbly crafted high chest of drawers in mahogany with etched brass pulls by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 1950's (signed "Parzinger Originals” on inside of drawer). The restrained elegance of this piece is classic Parzinger. Refinished by Lobel Modern...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
English George III Period 1800s Oak Two Part Geometric Front Five Drawer Chest
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English George III Period two part oak chest from the early 19th century, with geometric front, five drawers and brass hardware. Created in England during the reign of King George...
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Italian Midcentury Sideboard by La Permanente Mobili di Cantù, 1950
Located in Traversetolo, IT
This exquisite Italian sideboard or chest of drawers crafted by Permanente Mobili of Cantù in the late 1950s is a stunning example of mid-century modern design. The beautiful woodwork on the front of the six drawers creates a striking contrast between light and dark tones, while the sides feature an elegant herringbone pattern that adds a touch of refinement. A hammered black lacquer band underneath the top adds a subtle but distinct touch of sophistication to the piece. The original and distinctive handles are crafted from the same wood as the drawers, adding to the seamless and cohesive design. The chest of drawers is topped with a sleek black glass plate...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Maple, Walnut
1950s Mid-Century Modern 2 Woven Cane Doors Wood Cabinet Brass Knobs American
Located in Miami, FL
Charming 1950s Mid-Century Modern Chest, cabinet in Wood with 2 handwoven Doors.
The Interior features one shelf with plenty of storage space and the knobs are made out of Brass.
T...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Cane
A George III Serpentine Mahogany Commode
Located in London, GB
An elegant serpentine fronted commode in well figured mahogany bordered with box and rosewood above shaped brushing slide with original baize above three graduated drawers, original ...
Category
Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
English Georgian 1800s Five-Drawer Chest with Oyster Veneer and Cross Banding
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English Georgian period walnut chest from the early 19th century with oyster veneer, five drawers and Chinese Chippendale style brass hardware. Created in England during the early...
Category
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Georgian Chest of Drawers Mahogany Hepplewhite
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Charming Georgian chest of drawers in mahogany
Clean and simple design in the Hepplewhite manner
Circa 1810 on this fine piece of elegant English furniture
Great patina to the woo...
Category
1810s Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Plum Pudding Mahogany Chest, C. 1950
Located in High Point, NC
Circa 1950 mahogany chest of drawers from England. The case is veneered in plum pudding mahogany, which gives this chest a stunning profile from ...
Category
1950s English Georgian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Midcentury Chest of Drawers by Thorald Madsen, Danish Design, 1950s
Located in Lejre, DK
Rare chest of drawers in walnut. Designed and made by Thorald Madsen. Great condition.
Category
1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chestnut, Walnut
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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