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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Style: Art Deco
Style: Neoclassical
Gorgeous Art Deco Chest
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your home decor with this stunning lacquered Rosewood Art Deco tall chest, a piece that beautifully marries vintage glamour with modern sophistication. Comprising five spacio...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome
André Arbus Rare and Important Semanier with Stunning Inlays 1950s
By André Arbus
Located in New York, NY
Rare and important semanier with drop down front at top, in cherry with impressive inlays and exquisite brass pulls and trim, by André Arbus, France 1950's. Drop down compartment at ...
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1950s French Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Italian Art Deco Commode in Walnut and Macassar
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
ITALIAN ART DECO COMMODE
This exceptional Art Deco Commode from 1930s Italy, boasting a very stylish design that combines walnut with intricate Macassar ebony inlay detailing. Its fo...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Macassar, Walnut
Art Deco Impressive Walnut Chest Of Five Drawers, English, c1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this very stylish and beautifully figured Walnut original Art Deco chest of drawers which dates to the 1930's. Five generously sized drawers which are venee...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Sleek Pair of Continental Empire Chests of Drawers
Located in Westport, CT
A fine pair of mahogany veneer chest comprised of three drawers finishing on high straight tapered legs and adorned with bronze pulls. Shown with a refurbished black glass top creati...
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1820s German Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Art Deco chest of drawers with beautiful Macassar veneer
Located in Greven, DE
Beautiful little chest of drawers with very elegant macassar veneer and brass handles. The chest of drawers has three drawers and is equipped with round brass handles. The surface wa...
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2010s German Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer, Macassar
French Neoclassic Painted Commode w/Original Marble Top, 19th C
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical commode with marble top from the 19th century. This antique chest from France features a rectangular-shaped marble top, with pronounced rounded corners at front...
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Art Deco Stylish Burr Walnut Chest Of Four Drawers, English c1930's
Located in Devon, England
Very stylish Art Deco walnut chest of four drawers originating from England and dating to the 1930's. It has stunning walnut veneers with original Art Deco handles in twisted chrome....
Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Art Deco Impressive Walnut Chest Of Six Drawers, English, c1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this very stylish and beautifully figured Walnut original Art Deco chest of drawers which dates to the 1930's. Six graduated generously sized drawers which ...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bakelite, Walnut
John Widdicomb Art Deco Black Lacquered Dresser Chests, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Art Deco or Mid-Century Modern dressers or bedside chests
By John Widdicomb
USA, Circa 1940s
Black lacquered mahogany, with brass accents.
Measures: 36"W x 19....
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Antique Neoclassic Style 3-Drawer Commode, Cute Size!
Located in Atlanta, GA
A cute-sized French Neoclassic style chest of drawers from the early 20th century. This antique chest from France features a rectangular-shaped top with pronounced and rounded front ...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of White Lacquer Art Deco Chests with Nickeled Pulls by Charak Modern
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Art Deco/Hollywood pair of chest of drawers were handmade by the illustrious American producer, Charak Modern, circa 1942. It features the Fine level of craftsmanship an...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Enamel, Nickel
Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Parquetry Inlaid Walnut Commode with 3 Dr
Located in Atlanta, GA
Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Parquetry Inlaid Walnut Commode with 3 Drawers
Category
18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Period Neoclassic French Commode w/a Gorgeous New Custom Grey Marble Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical period carved wood commode, with stunning new custom marble top, from the early 19th century. This antique chest from France features rectangular-shaped marble ...
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Early 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Bel Geddes for Simmons Dresser
Located in New York, NY
Norman Bel Geddes design, for Simmons Furniture Company. Art Deco, Machine Age classic form, considered very Avant Garde when introduced and still considered stylish and relevant. Fo...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Italian Cherry Neoclacial-style Commode
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
An Italian Cherry Neoclacial-style Commode, from Bologna, with three long drawers, the drawers and posts decorated with Pearwood designs, with matching design on flat panel sides on...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry, Pearwood
Swedish Marquetry Chest
Located in New York, NY
A 1930s Swedish Art Deco chest made of inlaid elm with rosewood and walnut veneer. having stylized geometric details, square legs, and three drawers.
Category
1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fruitwood
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
Materials
Walnut
19th Century French Neoclassical Marble Top Commode or Chest of Drawers
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A French Neoclassical commode with marble top and exquisite brass accents. This antique chest features a rectangular-shaped Carrara marble top, over case which houses four drawers ...
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Carrara Marble
19th Century Painted Louis Philippe Style Commode
Located in Briarcliff Manor, NY
A period Italian commode in the Louis Philippe manner, from about 1830, with its original marble top. The custom painted finish, with its scumbled Swedishy effect, makes for a nice c...
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1830s Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Art Deco walnut burl dresser with three drawers 1940
Located in Premariacco, IT
Peculiar chest of drawers from the early 1940s in walnut burl with three large, sturdy drawers.
The cabinet has been oil and shellac polished, shows normal marks due to age and use....
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nutwood
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
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Italian Neo Classic Bedside Chests
Located in Westwood, NJ
Italian Neo Classic bedside chest. A wonderful reproduction of fine 18th-century Italian cabinetry. Made with Fruitwood and geometric inlays to the drawers and side panels. With work...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of French Art Deco Bedside Chests in Sycamore
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
PAIR OF ART DECO BEDSIDE CHESTS
An exceptional quality pair of three drawer bedside chest of drawers each having three drawers rounded corners and beading detail and raised on a sho...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Sycamore
Art Deco Commode by Majorelle c1920
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
COMMODE BY MAJORELLE
A stunning French Art Deco Commode from the 1920s by Majorelle! This exquisite piece features solid carved wood with intricate geometric and flower motifs, comb...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Art Deco Walnut Commode by Michel Dufet
By Michel Dufet
Located in Paddock Wood Tonbridge, GB
WALNUT COMMODE BY MICHEL DUFET
An exceptional and rare commode by Michel Dufet produced in France in c1925, in Walnut on Oak, having inlayed contrasting walnut in diamond form, reede...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
An Italian Neoclassic Style 2-Drawer Side Chest w/Pull Out Shelf
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage Neoclassic style painted wood two-drawer side chest from Italy. This small sized chest from Italy, circa late 20th century, is a very well made piece with lots of nicely ca...
Category
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Italian Neoclassic Style Two-Drawer Chest w/Fluted and Wreath Carved Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
A vintage Neoclassic style painted wood raised chest from Italy. This lovely chest from Italy, circa late 20th century, is a very well made piece with lots of nicely carved details. It has been designed in Neoclassical influences; with canted side posts which are flute-carved, a wonderful ribbed texture at side panels, delightful tulip trimming about the drawers with their wreath and bow-tie carved centers, and spiraled ribbon trimming about the skirt. There is a pull-out shelf recessed between the top and the upper drawer. There is a custom finish in taupe and grey. This Italian Neoclassic-style chest would be great for a bedroom dresser with mirror...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
French Art Deco Chest Of Drawers in Mahogany and Thuja with Floral Inlays
Located in Ulm, DE
Discover the timeless elegance and artisanal refinement of this original Art Deco chest of drawers from France, dating back to around 1925. Every detail has been carefully crafted to...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Louise Art Deco Drawers Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu S.Odegard
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namely the Louise Semainier and Demi Louise Semainier which are part of the Louise Collection he created for Stephanie Odegard
Crafted with utmost care and attention to detail, these Louis XVI Fleur De Lis are made to order and are available in twelve metal clad finishes, ensuring that you can choose the perfect one to match your individual style and taste. The use of high-quality materials and expert craftsmanship ensure that each Art Deco Louis XVI Fleur De Lis is not only beautiful but also a true piece of art.
The curved legs and side arms of this Art Deco Louis XVI Fleur De Lis are hand carved from solid pieces of teak. Pattern makers trace and cut complex forms that will cover the chair in a skin of copper, white bronze, brass or antiqued white bronze The metal finishes will tarnish over time. Regular non-abrasive household metal polishes can be used to restore the original luster.
Overall, if you're looking for a piece of furniture that combines luxury, comfort, and style, then the Art Deco Louis XVI Fleur De Lis is an excellent choice. With its distinctive curved profile and multiple finish options, this Chair set is sure to elevate the look of any room it is placed in, and be a beloved addition to your home for years to come.
The images shown in this listing are shot in different lighting conditions and/or are 3D illustrations. We encourage our customers to please request a sample or a full sample set of 12 finishes so that they can experience the finish first hand.
Louise Art Deco Drawers...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Louise Art Deco Credenza Fleur De Lis Fine Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Copper, Sheet Metal
Louise Art Nouveau Dressers Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namely the Louise Semainier and Demi Louise Semainier which are part of the Louise Collection he created for Stephanie Odegard
Crafted with utmost care and attention to detail, these Louis XVI Fleur De Lis are made to order and are available in twelve metal clad finishes, ensuring that you can choose the perfect one to match your individual style and taste. The use of high-quality materials and expert craftsmanship ensure that each Art Deco Louis XVI Fleur De Lis is not only beautiful but also a true piece of art.
The curved legs and side arms of this Art Deco Louis XVI Fleur De Lis are hand carved from solid pieces of teak. Pattern makers trace and cut complex forms that will cover the chair in a skin of copper, white bronze, brass or antiqued white bronze The metal finishes will tarnish over time. Regular non-abrasive household metal polishes can be used to restore the original luster.
Overall, if you're looking for a piece of furniture that combines luxury, comfort, and style, then the Art Deco Louis XVI Fleur De Lis is an excellent choice. With its distinctive curved profile and multiple finish options, this Chair set is sure to elevate the look of any room it is placed in, and be a beloved addition to your home for years to come.
The images shown in this listing are shot in different lighting conditions and/or are 3D illustrations. We encourage our customers to please request a sample or a full sample set of 12 finishes so that they can experience the finish first hand.
Louise Art Nouveau Dressers...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Louise Art Deco Sideboard Fleur De Lis Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Copper
Louise Art Deco Credenza Fleur De Lis Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Copper
Louise Art Deco Buffet Sideboard Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul M
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
Louise Art Nouveau Dressers Fleur De Lis Smooth Copper by Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Copper
Louise Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Brass
Louise Art Deco Buffet Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Louise Art Deco Buffet Fleur De Lis Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Copper
Louise Art Deco Buffet Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Brass
Louise Art Deco Buffet Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Copper
Italian Modern Parchment Chest, Sideboard Or Commode
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Modern Parchment Chest, Sideboard Or Commode.
This stunning Italian Art Deco parchment chest consists of three small drawers above three larger drawers below in the manner of...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Parchment Paper
Louise Art Deco Buffet Sideboard Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered White Bronze
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Louise Art Nouveau Dressers Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Louise Art Deco Buffet Fleur De Lis Fine Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Brass
Louise Art Deco Sideboard Fine Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu for S. Odegard
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Brass
Louise Art Deco Buffet Sideboard Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Louise Art Deco Credenza Fleur De Lis Fine Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass, Sheet Metal
Louise Art Deco Apothecary Cabinets Fleur De Lis Smooth Copper by Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Copper
Louise Art Deco Credenza Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Copper
Louise Art Deco Sideboard Smooth Antique Bronze by Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Louise Art Deco Credenza Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul M.
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
Louise Art Nouveau Dressers Fleur De Lis Smooth Brass by Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Copper
Louise Art Nouveau Dressers Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Copper by Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Copper
Louise Art Deco Sideboard Fleur De Lis Smooth White Bronze by Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Copper
Louise Art Deco Credenza Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Brass by Paul Mathieu
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal, Brass
Louise Art Deco Sideboard Fleur De Lis Mid. Hammered Antique Bronze by Paul M.
Located in New York, NY
Renowned designer Paul Mathieu created this large dresser with 9 drawers with his interpretation of Fleur de Lis motif carved all over the piece just like the other two designs namel...
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Sheet Metal
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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