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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Rococo
Paul McCobb for Winchendon Twenty Drawer Chest Of Drawers or Credenza
By Paul McCobb
Located in Berlin, DE
Paul McCobb for Winchendon Twenty Drawer Chest Of Drawers or Credenza, USA 1960s. Paul McCobb (1917-1969) was an American furniture and industrial designer who gained prominence in t...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wrought Iron
1760s Rococo Period Swedish Light Grey Painted Chest of Drawers with Pull-Out
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Rococo period neutral light grey painted chest from circa 1760 with three drawers topped by a discreet pull-out, serpentine front, cabriole legs and ormolu hardware. Emanat...
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ormolu
Restored Mid-Century Walnut Chest of Drawers with Brushed Steel Moldings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Delve into the realm of mid-century elegance with our meticulously handcrafted walnut chest of drawers, a piece that stands as a testament to skilled craftsmanship and timeless desig...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Pair of Paul McCobb 1503 Planner Group Maple & Black Two Drawer Chests
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group by Winchendon maple nightstands, cabinets, chests, end tables, 1950's. Featuring Model 1503 ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple
1970s Maple Cabinet or Chest Of Drawers, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- Item has been carefully refurbished
Category
1970s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple
Russel Wright, Chest of Drawers, Mahogany, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A sizeable bleached mahogany chest of drawers designed by Russel Wright and produced by Heywood Wakefield, USA, c. 1940s.
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Storage unit with front in grinded wood
Located in Milano, IT
COD-2463
Storage unit with front in grinded wood and two drop-down shelves with interiors in blond maple and a ground glass top.
Two drawers and elegant feet with brass tips.
Itali...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Asian Modern Low Profile Black Lacquer Side Tables / Chests -Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a pair of mid-century modern low profile black lacquer side tables or chests. Each has a draw leaf writing surface. The lacquer finish is vintage. They are unmarked and in ve...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Small Rococo Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden circa 1840-60
Located in Round Top, TX
This small chest of three drawers has a touch of dramatic appeal thanks to the (newer) black painted finish that is gently distressed, accenting the Rococo curves and cabriole feet.
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Highly Polished Mid Century Chest of Drawers-Pair Available
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
A spectacular, highly polished midcentury chests of drawers. The drawers are graduated from narrow to a wide drawer are the bottom. Bench made. Luci...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
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
Materials
Brass
Jay Spectre American Modern White Oak and Chrome Ribbed Chest of Drawers
By Jay Spectre
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century Modern white oak chest of drawers with a "ribbed" design drawer pulls for three upper drawers and four lower drawers, resting on a...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Oak Niguel Dresser by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The 6-drawer Niguel dresser features 6 drawers, brass cap feet, and brass inlaid details.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Angeles, California. Reach ou...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern Bleached Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Stamford, CT
Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern bleached mahogany chest of drawers with brass hardware. Circa 1945. Partial label inside top drawer.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pierre Cardin signed commode black lacquered and brass 1980s
Located in Paris, IDF
A timeless Pierre Cardin vintage piece made in the 1980s, this French commode feels imposing and glamourous, with a playful mix of straight lines and rounded shape, and brass handles...
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1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Founders Blonde Pecan Bachelor Chests
Located in Denton, TX
Pair of Founders Blonde Pecan Bachelor Chests / Nightsands.
Each chest measures 15.5 D X 43.25 W X 28.25 H
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Paul McCobb Planner Group Sliding Door Credenza with Early Branded Signature
Located in Ferndale, MI
From the Paul McCobb Modular Planner Group line of Winchendon Furniture. Solid maple cabinet holds three drawers on one side single drawer with adj...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple
Beautiful Pair of Oak, Rattan and Cane Campaign Commodes by McGuire, circa 1970
By McGuire
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent pair of commodes are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Altona Rococo Chest of Drawers, by Irwin
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Exceptional antique English style altona chest of drawers made by Irwin. Features gilded gold accents with Burl and walnut throughout the surfaces.
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Late 19th Century English Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Maison Jansen Mid-Century French 3-Drawer Shaped Chest with White Marble Top
Located in New York, NY
French Mid-Century mahogany chest / sideboard with three upper drawers with brass drawer pulls above three hinged door cabinets supporting a shaped...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Danish Designer, Chest of Drawers, Oak, Brass, Denmark, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A caved solid oak chest of drawers designed and produced in Denmark, c. 1950s.
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Rococo Painted Large Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark circa 1750-80
Located in Round Top, TX
This large antique rococo oak chest of drawers features a serpentine front, brass hardware pulls and rests on cabriolet feet.
It has been given an exc...
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Mid-18th Century Danish Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak, Paint
Chest of Drawers in Teak Wood of Danish Design From The 1960's
Located in Lejre, DK
A teak dresser of Danish design from the 1960s is a lovely example of mid-century modern furniture style that is still popular today.
The teak wood is known for its natural beauty, ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Pair of Sligh Furniture American Modern Chest of Drawers / Nightstands
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of Mid-Century American Modern (1950s) nightstands / chests with a blond wood veneer, one shallow three compartment drawer and three deeper drawers below with decorative slat fr...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Mid 20th Century Walnut Asian Influenced Chest of Drawers
Located in Charlotte, NC
An Asian influenced Mid-Century chest of drawers, unbranded, similar quality to Thomasville. Walnut with brass hardware, burl accent to top drawer, rattan acccent to middle drawer, a...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Walnut and Brass Niguel Dresser by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Niguel dresser features 3 drawers, brass cap feet, and brass inlaid details.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Angeles, California. Reach out to disc...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Drexel "Sun Coast Collection" Six Drawer Dresser by Kipp Stewart
By Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in Toledo, OH
Mid-Century Modern 6 Drawer dresser in the "Sun Coast Collection" for Drexel Furniture designed by Kipp Stewart. Circa 1959. Cherry, sits on a ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
Vintage Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Chest of Drawers, 1960s
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This classic chest of drawers was made in Denmark during the 1960s. It is finished with teak wood with regular grain and a warm, brown color. The chest of drawers has four wide drawe...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Teak
Henredon Custom Folio One Fruitwood Chest of Drawers
By Henredon
Located in Germantown, MD
An Henredon custom Folio one fruitwood chest of drawers in very good vintage condition. Features 2 smaller top drawers, a two door cabinet and 3 large ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fruitwood
1960s Scandinavian Birch Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Scandinavian birch chest of drawers circa 1960.
Fine example of simple but elegant Swedish mid century furniture. Rectangular top with...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Italian Mid-Century Three Drawer Dresser with Free Form Parchment Design
Located in Stamford, CT
An Italian mid-century three drawer dresser in the manner of Gio Ponti's chests for the Royal Hotel. The chest is walnut with free form parchment design to the front. Circa 1955.
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut, Parchment Paper
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bamboo and Rattan Dresser with 5 Drawers, 1970s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bamboo and Rattan Chest of drawers.
Each of the 5 drawers has a full-length bamboo handle that gives a special, decorative look to the cabinet.
This piec...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Pair of Swedish Painted Rococo Style Nightstands, Circa 1930's
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A pair of Rococo style light Gustavian grey-painted Swedish nightstands or night tables from the first half of the 20th Century. These Scandinavian have a charming patina have each ...
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1930s Swedish Rococo Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Plywood, Pine
Danish Midcentury Teak Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Danish midcentury teak chest of drawers circa 1960.
Good quality midcentury chest from Denmark of small proportions, which ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak, Teak
Pair Of Large Venetian Rococo Walnut Commodes
Located in Essex, MA
A fine pair of commodes in remarkably good condition. With serpentine rectangular top with book matched veneer over two conforming drawers with cast brass rocaille handles, raised on...
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1760s Italian Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
1960s Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Dresser: Timeless Elegance Restored
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Delve into the timeless appeal of mid-century design with our 1960s mahogany dresser, a masterpiece of craftsmanship brought back to life by our expert artisans. Handcrafted with pre...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Jay Spectre 2 Drawer Chest of Drawers, 1980s (Signed)
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This is one absolutely beautiful Jay Spectre for Century Furniture bleached oak 2 door chest of drawers with brushed steel base 1980s (Signed). This piece...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Spanish Revival Lowboy 9 Drawer Dresser
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid-century lowboy dresser by Bassett features hardwood construction, oak veneer with original finish, nine dovetailed drawers with brass hardware and unique drawer faces.??
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Commode with 4 drawers in rattan and raffia
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Beautiful chest of drawers with 4 drawers in rattan and raffia with palmtrees patterns on the face and on the sides. With its brass handles, its design is unique and typical of the I...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Raffia, Rattan
Pine Chest of Drawers by Regain, France 1970's
Located in New York, NY
A simple chest of drawers by Maison Regain in raw pine with mortise construction. Will be cleaned for the buyer.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
1960’s Danish palisander double chest of drawers by HU
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
1960's Danish made palisander chest of drawers.
Beautiful 1960s chest of drawers designed by Poul Hundevad for HU. In Denmark danish control.
4 graduating drawers on each side. Ba...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Palisander
1950s Vintage Dorothy Draper "Espana" Chest of Drawers Dresser
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful vintage “España” chest of drawers by Dorothy Draper for Heritage Henredon. This beautiful dresser features a black finish with six drawers, each with 2 round brass rings to...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Gold Leaf
Three Drawer Mirrored Flip-Top Commode by Joseph-Andrew Motte, France, 1960's
Located in Austin, TX
Three drawer commode with mirrored flip-top vanity by Joseph-Andrew Motte. A bank of three equal depth ribbon mahogany drawers sit below a concealed flip-top vanity. Easy lifting con...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Laminate, Mahogany, Oak
Midcentury Italian Sideboard by Willy Rizzo
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Vilnius, LT
Midcentury Italian sideboard by Willy Rizzo.
Sideboard is finished with black glossy stained veneer surface decorated with chrome detail...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Burl, Mirror
Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut Dresser Chest of Drawers
Located in Countryside, IL
Broyhill Brasilia Mid Century Walnut Dresser Chest of Drawers
This dresser measures: 30.75 wide x 17 deep x 29.75 high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored v...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Monumental Mid-Century Modern Broyhill Brasilia Long Dresser / Credenza
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Broyhill Brasilia Dresser, circa 1960s. This is a magnificent dresser from the much beloved and voraciously collected Brasilia collection. From the distinctive elo...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Vintage Broyhill Emphasis Chests of Drawers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of mid-century modern chest of drawers in walnut. Sculpted wood handles on each drawer. Could be used as large bedside tables.
Please confirm location NY or NJ
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Rosewood chest of drawers, Denmark, 1960s. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Danish chest of drawers from the 1960s.
Furniture in very good condition, after professional renovation.
Dimensions: height 83 cm / width 180 cm / depth 48 cm
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Vintage Mid Century Modern Campaign Style Lift Top 3 Drawer Executive File Chest
By Drexel
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Campaign Style Lift Top 3 Drawer Executive File Chest by Drexel
Vintage mid century modern campaign style lift top 3 drawer ex...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Bamboo Rattan and Brass Chest of Drawers by Dal Vera, Italy, 1970s
By Dal Vera
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Nice mix of bamboo, rattan raffia wicker and brass handle chest of drawers or commode by the manufac...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Chest of Mid-Century Modern Wood Drawers After Gerrit Rietveld, circa 1970
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Wooden chest with 10 drawers.
Manufactured after a design of Gerrit Rietveld, circa 1970
In good original condition with minor wear consistent with age and use, preserving a be...
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Michel Pigneres Mirrored Sideboard
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Michel Pigneres, sideboard, brass, chrome-plated steel, mirror, France, 1960s
This exquisite sideboard is beautifully designed by Michel Pigneres in the 1960s. It is featuring a nic...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Steel, Chrome
Pair of 1970s Chrome Accent John Stuart Hickory Bachelors Chests
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Masterfully crafted and preserved vintage 1970s bachelors chests by John Stuart Inc.. We were lucky enough to purchase these pieces from a time capsule estate outfitted with premium...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome
Tommi Parzinger, Chest of Drawers, Wood, Brass, Lucite, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of beige-lacquered wood, brass and lucite chest of drawers, designed by Tommi Parzinger and produced by Charak Modern, USA, 1950s.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Walnut veneer Dresser with Matching Mirror from Italy, 1970s
Located in amstelveen, NL
Dresser with matching mirror made of solid walnut, Italy, 1970s.
The craftsmanship of this piece is exceptional. Solid walnut has been carved on the surface with a 'grissinato' moti...
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Six Drawer Dresser by Distinctive Furniture by Stanley 1950/1960’s
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional mid century dresser made by the noted American manufacturer Distinctive Furniture by Stanley, circa 1950/1960’s. The dresser features two banks of three deep drawers, whi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Milo Baughman American Mid-Century Rosewood and Brass Commode / Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century 3-drawer commode / chest of drawers finished in rosewood veneer and a brass veneer band around the base. (MILO BAUGHMAN)
Minor scuffs to finish on both wood ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Metal
Midcentury Dresser by Heritage Henredon
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century Modern walnut dresser by Heritage Henredon. This dresser has an exceptional design from the perpendicular inlay on the top to the brass and cherry wood stain on the handl...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, 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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