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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Period: Early 20th Century
Period: Mid-19th Century
Gray Painted Large Chest of Three Drawers, France circa 1820-40
Located in Round Top, TX
Large pine chest of three drawers with carved panels from France, circa 1820-40.
The newer, professionally applied soft gray painted finish (with pale blue undertones) adds a touch o...
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Mid-19th Century French French Provincial Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Italian Louis XVI Style Intricate Marquetry Commode Imported by Slack & Rassnick
By Henry-François Riesener
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Expertly crafted in the style of Henry-François Riesener and imported from Italy by Slack, Rassnick & Co. NY in the early 1900s, this commode boasts intricate marquetry and a classic...
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Early 20th Century European Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Satinwood, Walnut
Japanese Antique Black Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese small drawer.
This furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
It is made of cedar wood.
The drawer is tasteful, rustic, simple and beautiful.
There is no wa...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Stunning Louis XV Marquetry Bureau Commode, circa 1900 -1X40
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Indulge in the opulence of 18th-century French design with this exquisite Louis XV marquetry bureau commode, crafted around 1900. Its graceful curves and intricate marquetry showcase...
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Early 1900s Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Antique Campaign Secretary Chest
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive antique British Colonial Chinese campaign chest crafted in teak wood in two piece construction with brass hardware, featuring a uniqu...
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Early 20th Century Hong Kong Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Fantastic 1850s era Italian Made Formal Walnut Directoire Style Commode
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a rare find indeed. The piece shown here is a much higher form of Italian-made commode than most we see or have and has the hottest styling of those days in Europe- French Di...
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1850s Italian Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Art Deco, Intarsia Chest of Drawers in Birch, Swedish Grace, 1930s
Located in Odense, DK
This fine chest of drawers is a stylish furniture piece crafted from birch wood, embodying the sleek lines and a graceful buidling motif characteristic of the Art Deco era. It featur...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch, Pine
19th Century French Louis Philippe of Period Commode or Dresser
Located in San Antonio, TX
Elevate your home decor with our exquisite 19th Century French Louis Philippe of Period Commode, featuring rich walnut veneer and impeccable craftsmanship. This stunning piece exudes...
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1860s French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Japanese Antique Large Drawer 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old large drawer storage made in Japan.
The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
Material is cedar. The handles are made of iron.
The design is simple and lean.
It...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Antique Serpentine Front Dresser Painted White With Green French Line Motif
Located in Centennial, CO
An absolutely charming antique hand painted serpentine front walnut dresser with distressed white paint and green French line motif. The four drawers glide smoothly and offer plenty ...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Copper
19th Century campaign chest of drawers
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful small antique mahogany military campaign chest of drawers in perfect and completely original condition. Beautiful patina. As usual with Campaign drawer cabinets, they cons...
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1830s British Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Gray Onyx Top Gustavian Style Chest of Drawers Dresser Commode
Located in Long Branch, NJ
mazing Gray Onyx Top Gustavian Style Chest of Drawers Dresser Commode
Dimensions : 43" W X 20" D X 37" T
This onyx top commode was made in the 1920's and is in the Swedish Gustavia...
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Early 20th Century French Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Onyx
Handsome Mahogany Chest of Drawers with Bun Feet
Located in Port Chester, NY
A large chest of drawers in rich mahogany, with very deep drawers and stylish glossy knobs. Sweet bun feet complete the look. The brass keyholes are original although there are no ...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Small 19th Century Bowfront Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Good Quality And Attractive Mid 19th Century Mahogany Bowfronted Chest, Of Unusual Diminiutuve Proportions, Having Well Figured Top Over Two Short And Two Long Figured Drawers With Replacement Brass Oval Plate Handles, Raised On Elegant, Original, Tall, Splay Feet.
This compact and practical little victorian bow front chest of drawers...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Burr Walnut Lowboy Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique burr walnut lowboy chest of drawers. This was made in England, it is in the classic Queen Anne style and dates from around the 1920-30’s.
The quality is outstandi...
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1920s British Queen Anne Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Italian Rococo Style 1900s Marble Top Bombé Commodes with Marquetry
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Rococo style walnut and mahogany bombé commodes from circa 1900 with marble tops and bronze hardware. This exquisite pair of Rococo style bombé commodes, crafted around 190...
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Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Flame Mahogany Regency Bowfront Chest of Drawers with Splayed Feet
Located in Port Chester, NY
An antique bowfront bureau from England. Note the dramatic flame mahogany grain as well as the cockbeaded edging around the drawers, which are quite clean on the interior. Wonderful ...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Art Deco Vintage Freestanding Walnut Chest Geometric Pattern circa 1925 Austria
Located in Vienna, AT
Art Deco vintage freestanding chest or commode with 4 ( four ) drawers from various walnut veneers in geometric pattern Vienna circa 1925.
An amazing and great new arrival, this ches...
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1920s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
British Vintage Dressing Chest in Oak, 1920s
Located in South Shields, GB
A beautiful quality, 1920's oak dressing chest
Complete with a mirror and barley twist supports and legs
There are three drawers altogether
The matching wardrobe and bed is available...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Oak
Japanese Antique Large Drawer 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old large drawer storage made in Japan.
The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
Material is cedar. The handles are made of iron.
The design is simple and lean.
It...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Antique French louis Philippe commode
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Impressive antique Louis Philippe walnut chest of drawers with marble top. Completely in perfect condition. The cabinet is completely laid ...
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1830s Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Japanese Antique Drawer / Storage / Taisho Period WabiSabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
This is an old small drawer in Japan.
It was used to store small items such as sewing tools.
Each has a different handle, and you can feel the playfulness.
It seems to be from the...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Cedar
Pair of Blue Painted Chest of Three Drawers With Griffins, Sweden circa 1840-60
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of elegant Gustavian pine chests of three drawers painted in soft blue and contrasting black top with pair of griffins highlighting the upper drawer.
Canted fluted side posts ...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century French Louis Philippe Commode Secretary
Located in San Antonio, TX
Indulge in the timeless elegance of our 19th Century French Louis Philippe Commode Secretary, meticulously crafted from walnut veneer and adorned with exquisite burl wood detailing a...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Painted English Military Chest
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
19th C English military chest with later aged blue paint. 1840.
Reference: 8349
Dimensions
39 inches (99 cms) Wide
18.5 inches (47 cms) Deep
39 inches (99 cms) High
Category
Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Pine Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark circa 1900
Located in Round Top, TX
Antique pine chest of four drawers resting on bun feet.
Traditional half column detail, simple carved top drawer, dove-tail joints and brass pulls.
Note the natural wax finish that b...
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Early 20th Century Danish Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Louis XVI Style Demilune Chest
Located in Austin, TX
Chest of drawers from France in the Louis XVI Style. This piece is made of mahogany that has been ebonized and finished with a lustrous French polish finish of museum-quality. There ...
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Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique English Handcrafted Quarter Sawn Oak Lingerie Chest, c. 1900
Located in Doylestown, PA
English quarter sawn oak lingerie chest, c. 1900.
Rare all handcrafted bonnet lingerie chest of warm toned oak with original brass hardware. It has...
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Early 1900s English Late Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Italian Neoclassical Single Chest
Located in New York, NY
A Neoclassical Demi-Lune chest.
Various woods in marquetry patterns with fine fruitwood inlay details
and patinated brass escutcheons .
Three center drawers flanked by side cabinets.
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1840s Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century French Louis Philippe Commode Burl Veneer
Located in San Antonio, TX
Introduce sophistication into your living space with our exquisite 19th Century French Louis Philippe Commode, showcasing stunning burl veneer and timeless craftsmanship. This magnif...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Antique Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A charming antique walnut chest of drawers, made in England and dating from around the 1920-30’s.
It is of very small proportions, perfect for use as a bedside chest or occasional s...
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1920s British Georgian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
French Empire Marble Top Walnut Commode
Located in Bradenton, FL
French Empire period marble-top walnut commode, mid 19th century. Commode features brass hardware with lions head handles on four drawers offering ample storage. The strong bold line...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Early 20th Century Early American Pine Chest of Drawers
Located in west palm beach, FL
A classic American Primitive chest of drawers. A beautiful all over patina from time and gorgeous wood grain detail.
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Early 20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
English Mahogany Commode
Located in Wilson, NC
English mahogany commode, with tooled leather top, front is veneered with flame mahogany; top lifts up on hinges; interior has the original potty with turned wood lid. The commode...
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1860s English Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pottery, Mahogany
Antique English Campaign Chest with Desk
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome antique British Colonial campaign chest crafted in mahogany in a two piece construction featuring a pullout desk with drawers and niches over four drawers with brass hardwar...
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Early 20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique French Louis XVI Style Ormolu-Mounted Commode after Benneman
Located in London, GB
Antique French Louis XVI style ormolu-mounted commode after Benneman
French, Early 20th Century
Height 93cm, width 179cm, depth 69cm
This outstanding commode à vanteaux is after a ...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Louis XVI style painted oak chest of drawers / commode
Located in Budleigh Salterton, GB
Charming , neat sized dark green painted French chest of drawers
Circa 1900 with original solid brass handles , working locks and a key
Height 86 cms or 34 inches
Width 86 cms or 34 ...
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Early 1900s French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Paint
Robust antique English mahogany chest of 5 drawers from the mid-19th century
Located in Harderwijk, NL
Offered is this robust antique English mahogany chest of drawers with 5 drawers from the mid-19th century, boasting a beautiful patina.
We believe that every warm and cozy interior...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Mahogany
19th Century camphor wood secretaire military chest
Located in Martlesham, GB
Early 19th Century camphor wood secretaire military chest made for the Chinese export market, having a combination of seven drawers and with each drawer having the original brass rec...
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1840s Chinese Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Chest Of Drawers Made In Walnut With A Marble Top From 1860s
Located in Lejre, DK
The Rococo chest of drawers you describe from the 1860s exudes the opulence and elegance characteristic of the Rococo style. Crafted from walnut wood, known for its warmth and depth,...
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1860s Danish Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Mid 19th century Swedish birch chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 19th century Swedish birch chest of drawers circa 1850.
Good quality Swedish empire commode made in birch and pine,
Rectangular top with rounded corners and moulded edge. Belo...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Antique Walnut Wellington Chest
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
Antique Walnut Wellington Chest
A good Victorian figured walnut Wellington chest with well carved corbels and flower heads and a secretaire drawer fitted with 2 drawers veneered in b...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Antique Country French Louis XIV Commode in Stripped Oak
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Louis XIV Commode in Stripped Oak is of an interesting size, and certainly makes a fine style statement for a wonderful complement to almost any decor. Hand-c...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XIV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mahogany 19th Century Wellington Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
A Very Good Quality Mid 19th Century, Early Victorian, Mahogany Wellington Chest Having Well Figured Rectangular Top Over Seven Drawers Retaining Original Turned Wooden Knobs, Flanke...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique French Kingwood Marble Top Dresser Chest Server Commode
Located in Long Branch, NJ
Stunning Antique French Kingwood Marble Top Dresser Chest Server Commode
Dimensions : 52 Wide X 23.5 Deep X 37 Tall
This stunning marble top commode was made in France in the 1920...
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1920s French Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Kingwood
Antique English Neoclassical Marble Top Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique English Neoclassical Marble Top Walnut Chest of Drawers was designed to add stately flair to any room, while providing abundant storage and a carefree surface. The brick red...
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Early 20th Century English Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
WILLIAM 1V Period Mahogany 4 drawer chest
By King & Sons
Located in Dereham, GB
Fine W1V Period Mahogany 4 drawer chest
Quality Figured Mahogany veneer on top & Drawer fronts,
Original locks, turned mahogany drawer knobs,
Pair Pilasters with carved Tulip det...
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1830s British William IV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
1920's French Louis XV Style Walnut Inlaid Commode Chest Server By Rockford
Located in Long Branch, NJ
1920's French Louis XV Style Walnut Inlaid Commode Chest Server By Rockford
Dimensions : 44" Wide X 22" Deep X 35" Tall
Very nice inlaid server made in the 1920's by Rockford furni...
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1920s American Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
French Marble Top Louis XV Style Carved Circassian Walnut Buffet Chest Commode
Located in Long Branch, NJ
French Marble Top Louis XV Style Carved Circassian Walnut Buffet Chest Commode
Dimensions : 55" Wide X 22" Deep X 37" Tall
This gorgeous marble top commode was made in France in th...
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1920s French Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
French Art Deco Chest of Drawers
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
FRENCH ART DECO CHEST OF DRAWERS
A French Art Deco Chest produced in France around 1925, it has four concave drawers with silvered pull handles, it has been carefully restored and fu...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Antique Louis XIV Oak Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Louis XIV Oak Commode was literally made to last for generations! Hand-crafted from solid oak, even on the back with chamfered plank pa...
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Early 20th Century Belgian Louis XIV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century Louis Philippe Style Commode or Dresser
Located in San Antonio, TX
Transform your space with the timeless charm of our 19th Century Louis Philippe Style Commode featuring a sleek wood top. Crafted in the exquisite style of the Louis Philippe era, th...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers. its been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
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1910s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Style Book Matched Walnut and Marble Chest
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This mid nineteenth century French Louis XVI style walnut commode or chest of drawers features a beveled Saint Anne marble top and fluted rounded corners. Its five drawers of dovetai...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
20th Catalan Spanish Baroque Carved Walnut Tuscan Chest of Drawers or Nightstand
Located in Miami, FL
From Northern Spain, constructed of solid walnut, the rectangular top with molded edge atop a conforming case housing four drawers paneled with solid walnut, raised on two plint legs...
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Early 20th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
19th Century Louis Philippe of Style Commode or Dresser
Located in San Antonio, TX
Elevate your living space with the timeless elegance of our 19th Century Louis Philippe Style Commode, boasting a luxurious marble top and exquisite walnut veneer. Crafted in the opu...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Victorian mahogany Wellington chest
Located in Salisbury, GB
Victorian small mahogany Wellington chest
This Victorian small mahogany Wellington chest was made circa 1865.
It is a 5-drawer version and so not as tall as the usual Wellington che...
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1860s English Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Chest of drawers - display cabinet, France, around 1920.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Chest of drawers with glass sides, France, early 20th century.
Dimensions: height 101 cm / width 112 cm / depth 48 cm
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1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
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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