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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Style: Baroque
Midcentury chest of drawers by Børge Mogensen, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Chest of drawers designed by Børge Mogensen and produced by Karl Andersson & Söner in Sweden during the 1960s. Made in oak and teak. Frame and legs in oak with beautiful teak-drawe...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak, Teak

Antique Italian Rococo Orange Painted Bombe Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique Italian Rococo Orange Painted Bombe Commode, Chest of Drawers. Item features Original orange distress painted finish, shapely bombe form, quality dovetailed construction to r...
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Early 20th Century Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Paint

Small Scandinavian teak chest of drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Small Scandinavian teak chest of drawers with 4 drawers. This original 1960s chest of drawers offers two smaller and two larger drawers, all with rounded carved handles. The clean, ...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Vintage oak chest of drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian chest of drawers with four drawers. Simple and functional, this piece features square, regular shapes in both frame and legs, contrasting with the protruding, rounded h...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Scandinavian 4-drawer chest of drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Original vintage Scandinavian chest of drawers. A Nordic-style mahogany chest of drawers with gilded metal handles with elegant, subtle grooves inward. With a simple, square frame...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

White 6-drawer chest of drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Original vintage Scandinavian white chest of drawers. A bright and elegant addition to any space, this white-painted wooden dresser traces Nordic style with sophistication. Its clea...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Danish Chest of Drawers in Teak with 6 Drawers
Located in Buxton, GB
Danish teak chest of drawers with 6 drawers manufactured in Denmark in the mid-20th century. The chest of drawers has a rational and minimalist design with elongated handles. It has...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Henredon Italian Baroque Burled Mahogany Bombay Chest or Commode
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Italian Baroque Louis XV style bombay form dresser or chests of drawer By Henredon USA, Circa 1980s Beautiful burled mahogany, with original brass hardware. Measures: ...
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1980s American Baroque Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Contemporary Chest of Drawers, Multicolored Hand Painted in Baroque Style, 2019
Located in Berlin, DE
This beautiful hand painted contemporary chest of drawers was made by the Berlin based Artist Felix Bachmann. The substrate of the commode is pine a...
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2010s German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine, Acrylic, Hardwood

Kai Kristiansen Narrow Danish Teak Chest
Located in Oakland, CA
1960s Kai Kristiansen teak dresser with mitered edges, recessed round pulls, and raised on tapered legs. The cabinet has been fully restored with a hand-rubbed natural oil finish. It...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Henredon Italian Baroque Burled Mahogany Bombay Chest or Commode
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Italian Baroque Louis XV style bombay form dresser or chests of drawer By Henredon USA, Circa 1980s Beautiful burled mahogany, with original brass hardware. Measures: ...
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1980s American Baroque Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid century carved oak small chest of drawers by bodafors
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid century carved oak small chest of drawers by Bodafors circa 1960. 3 drawer chest of drawers of small proportions.  Single brass drop handles to the front. Carved and shaped dra...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Danish Rosewood Chest of Drawers in the manner of Arne Wahl Iversen, 1960s
Located in Southampton, GB
1960s Danish rosewood chest of drawers designed in the manner of Arne Wahl Iversen. Made of a beautiful Brazilian rosewood with a stunning grain it has 3 good sized drawers on back ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Mid 20th century mahogany baroque revival chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century mahogany baroque inspired commode circa 1950. Danish made mahogany chest with shaped fronted drawers  very much in the baroque taste.  4 drawers with ornate brass a...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

1940s Deco chest of drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian Deco chest of drawers produced in the 1940s. The square shape and rectangular carved wooden handles lend a unique character to this original vintage piece of furniture....
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1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

19th Century Portuguese Baroque Chest of Drawers Oratory
Located in Lisbon, PT
A decorative chest of drawers oratory in the Portuguese Barroco Style, featuring two bodies, two doors, and various intricate carvings. The upper body of the chest showcases carved, ...
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19th Century Portuguese Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Fabric, Wood

Svend Langkilde Danish Rosewood Cabinet, c1960
Located in London, GB
Sven Langkilde - Rosewood Cabinet 2-door cabinet made from exquisite rosewood designed by Sven Langkilde and produced by his own company Langkilde Mobler. The internal space is made...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Unique Pair of Rosewood Consoles by Arch. Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1950s, Rare
Located in Forest, BE
This is a pair of floating consoles/ nightstands. The model is extremely rare and rarely offered in rosewood. Made of the finest veneer. The drawer is made of massive rosewood and th...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Fruitwood

Mid Century Low Sculptural Sideboard in Oak, Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker, 1960
Located in Odense, DK
A sculptural low rectangular classic sideboard / cabinet in oak with plenty of storage and a nice carved front design. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1960s. Four sliding doors...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Danish modern Petite teak chest of drawers by Hans Hove & Palle Petersen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Danish modern Petite teak chest of drawers by Hans Hove & Palle Petersen Made by Christian Linnebergs mobler. Has 5 small sliding drawers made of solid birch blonde wood. Small End t...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Steel

Danish Oak Chest of Drawers With One-Of-A-Kind Ox Art Ceramic Tile Mosaic Top
Located in Norwalk, CT
Capture the free spirit of the 1970's with this one-of-a-kind side chest, which features an abstract mosaic of six hand-crafted studio ceramic tiles by Ox Art, inset atop a body of s...
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Late 20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Ceramic, Oak

20th Century Narrow Catalan Spanish Baroque Dark Walnut Credenza or Buffet
Located in Miami, FL
From Spain, constructed of solid walnut, the rectangular top without edge top, conforming case housing two carved drawers with two doors paneled with solid walnut, raised on a plinth...
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1890s Spanish Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

Chest of drawers by Svend Langkilde / Illums Bolighus
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Chest of drawers by Svend Langkilde / Illums Bolighus
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Painted chest of drawers in baroque style, 20th century
Located in Greding, DE
Large grey painted chest of drawers with three drawers in baroque style. The painting is new and has been decoratively patinated. The chest of drawers stands on s-shaped legs and has...
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20th Century European Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Brouer Mobelfabrik Rosewood Six Drawer Dresser Cabinet
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish low chest of drawers by Brouer Mobelfabrik, manufactured in Denmark, 1965. Crafted from rosewood, the cabinet features tapered mitered edges and six drawers with square recess...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Vintage Kai Kristiansen Telephone Cabinet with Table made by Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Discover the timeless elegance of this vintage telephone cabinet with table, designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured by Aksel Kjersgaard in the 1960s. This stylish piece of furniture is a perfect addition for lovers of Danish design and will add a touch of retro charm to any hallway or living space. With a compact width of 41 cm and a handy height of 20 cm, the cabinet is ideal for small spaces, while the table with its dimensions of 88 cm wide and 39 cm high offers space for decoration or everyday use. Advantages: Authentic Danish design by Kai Kristiansen. Compact and functional, perfect for small spaces. High-quality teak finish for durability and style. Good to know This piece of furniture is an authentic item from the 1960s and can be combined with a matching mirror at an additional cost. The depth of the table is 34 cm and of the cabinet 32 cm, making both items easy to place. Resume Vintage design piece from the 60s. Practical and stylish for any modern or retro interior design...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Chest of Drawers, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Teak Chest of Drawers, 1960s. Classic Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern dresser with four wide drawers manufactured in Denmark in the 1960s. Drawer fronts with beautiful ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Svend Langkilde Danish Rosewood Chest of Drawers 1960s
Located in London, GB
Svend Langkilde - Chest of Drawers, c1960s An exquisite chest of drawers made from solid and veneered rosewood, designed by Sven Langkilde and produced by his own company Langkilde ...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Model 296 Chest of Drawers, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model 296 chest of drawers, designed by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1930s. Painted birch. Good vintage condition, rich patina and wear consist...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch, Paint

Deco 1940s chest of drawers of Scandinavian manufacture
Located in Brescia, IT
Particular 1940s chest of drawers. This 1940s vintage furniture piece features three drawers. The handle carved in wood is black while the rest of the cabinet is light gray. Good c...
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1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Svensk Fur two-door commode
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Two door dresser in pine by Svensk Fur. Designer: Göran Malmvall. Interior with removable drawers and shelves.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Kai Kristiansen. a Model 394 Rosewood Dresser from Aksel Kiersgaard Denmark 1960
Located in Paris, FR
Kai Kristiansen (Denmark. Born 1929) Low, 4-drawer chest made from rosewood, produced by Aksel Kjersgaard in Odder, Denmark, c1960. Features Kristiansen’s trademark circular drawer ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Baroque Drop Leaf Table Chest of Drawers, 17th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
An unique specimen, a very rare chest of drawers of the early Portuguese Baroque with double top convertible into a table, 3 drawers, gilded bronze letterhead and handles, of Italian influence, an example in excellent condition of the style that predecessoed D José...
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17th Century Portuguese Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass, Bronze

Teak scandi chest of drawers with 3 drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Authentic 3-drawer chest of drawers from the original Scandinavian manufacture of the 1960s. Its design is distinctive, with a top featuring beveled corners and conical legs typica...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Scandinavian 1960s briarwood chest of drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage cabinet with three drawers and brass handles. A piece of modern Scandinavian furniture with a retro feel. The special burl wood,...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Burl

18th Century Curved Baroque Chest of Drawers
Located in Dusseldorf, DE
Large baroque chest of drawers ("commode galbée") from the 2nd half of the 18th century. Solid oak wood and veneered. An authentic piece in absolutely elegant puristic design. Sid...
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18th Century German Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak, Pine

Baroque Style Chests of drawers, 19th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A remarkable commode in delux wood, brass and bronze hardware with gilded bronze, two small upper drawers and two large drawers, skirt and sides cut out in keyway, claw feet finished...
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19th Century Portuguese Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass, Bronze

Model B96 Chest of Drawers, Aino Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyöt AB, 1930s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model B96 chest of drawers, design by Aino Aalto, manufactured by Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyöt AB, 1930s, birch. Marked. Good vintage condition, patina and wear consistent with age ...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

Small teak chest of drawers with metal handles
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian furniture from the 1960s with black painted legs. An original, small chest of drawers also ideal as a bedside table. It is distinguished by the gilded metal handles on ...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

18th c. Swedish Commode in Original Patina with Arbalette Shaped Front
Located in Wichita, KS
A Swedish chest of drawers from the 18th century in original paint. European pine wood with traces of aged blue and coral red paint. Shaped top and beautifully carved arbalette shape...
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18th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Five-Drawer Teak Lingerie Chest by Aksel Kjersgaard, Danish Modern
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
A gorgeous Danish modern five-drawer teak lingerie chest by Aksel Kjersgaard. Ca. 1970s. Made in Denmark. The chest is exquisite. The quality is ...
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Model HB96 Chest of Drawers, Alvar Aalto, 1930s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model HB96 chest of drawers, design by Alvar Aalto, 1930s. Birch. Good vintage condition, rich patina and wear consistent with age and use. Alvar Aalto (1898-1976) is probably the ...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

Scandinavian Vintage Chest of Drawers with Metal Handles
Located in Brescia, IT
1960s teak cabinet with 4 drawers. This chest of drawers is distinguished by the shape of the base that rests directly on the floor without the presence of legs. The linear struct...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Swedish Baroque Style 19th Century Gray Serpentine Front Three-Drawer Chest
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Baroque style serpentine front three-drawer chest from the 19th century with light gray painted finish, marbleized top and turned feet. This 19th-century Swedish Baroque st...
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19th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Vintage teak chest of drawers with three drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage Scandinavian furniture from the 1960s. This chest of drawers with square, minimal lines features three lockable drawers with a ...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Portuguese Baroque Styled Commode, 19th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
A Portuguese Baroque styled high-end wood single drawer table commode with cut-out top following the lines of the waist and framed by a recess, curv...
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19th Century Portuguese Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Model HB96 Chest of Drawers, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas AB
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model HB96 chest of drawers, design by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas AB, 1930s. Birch. Good vintage condition, rich patina and wear consistent with ...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

Swedish Designer, Chest of Drawers, Pine, Sweden, 1930s
Located in High Point, NC
A chest of drawers designed and produced in Sweden, c. 1930s.
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Model B96 Chest of Drawers, Aino Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas AB
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model B96 Chest of Drawers, Aino Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas AB, 1930s. Painted birch. Good vintage condition, rich patina and wear consistent with age and use. Aino ...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

Vintage wooden chest of drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian cabinet with 9 drawers A modern furniture piece consisting of drawers of different sizes with the handle carved from wood. The simple, square structure hints at the Nor...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Danish Dressing Table in Navy Blue Leather and Red Lacquered Wood
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Dressing table, leather, glass, wood, Denmark, 1940s. With a dark blue leather surface with red lines this dressing table has a rare texture and appearance. The front with two stora...
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1940s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Leather, Glass, Wood

Model HB96 Chest of Drawers, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas AB
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model HB96 chest of drawers, design by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas AB, 1930/1940s, painted birch. Good vintage condition, patina and wear consiste...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

Italian, Lombardia Carved Walnut 3- Drawer Commode, Early 18th C
Located in Atlanta, GA
The rectangular top with a molded edge and dentile molding overhanging, the conforming case housing three carved and paneled drawers with original wooden pulls, the sides with raised...
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Early 18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

18th c. German Baroque Commode in Original Patina with Arbalette Shaped Front
Located in Wichita, KS
A German chest of drawers from the 18th century in original, natural pine with traces of original paint. Shaped top and beautifully carved arbalette shaped drawers with original hard...
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18th Century German Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Nordic chest of drawers with 3 drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage teak chest of drawers from the 1960s. This Scandinavian design piece with clean and simple lines features three spacious drawers, perfect for storing everyday items such as l...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

18th Century Baroque Chest of Drawers
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
18th Century Chest of Drawers, Germany, 1760-1780 Rare original chest of drawers from the 2nd half of the 18th century, strongly curved top plate, with cross joint, double curved dr...
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1760s German Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

18th Century Italian Ligurian Kneeler 1700s
Located in Roma, RM
Rare and unobtainable Italian kneeler of Ligurian origin, Baroque period, late 17th early 18th century, veneered in walnut burl and has as many as 4 side drawers , in addition to the...
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1710s Italian Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Tallboy Chest of Drawers in Teak by Omann Jun. 1960s.
Located in Handewitt, DE
Tallboy chest of drawers in teak by Omann Ju. Møbelfabrik 1960s. Made in teak, legs in oak. Model no.129. 7 drawers.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

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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