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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Late Louis XVI or Early Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, Walnut, circa 1800-1810
Located in Greven, DE
Late Classicist chest of drawers Southern Germany Walnut Early 19th century Dimensions: H x W x D: 83 x 124 x 60 cm Description: Strictly cubist chest of drawers from the transiti...
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Early 19th Century German Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Japanese Antique Chest of Drawers "Tansu", Meiji Era '1868–1912'Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique chest of drawers was crafted in the Meiji Era (1868–1912). Made of Japanese cedar and finished with urushi (Japanese lacquer), it has developed a beautifully weathered ...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cedar

Hickory Chair James River Collection Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
Late 20th Century Hickory James River Plantation Collection four-drawer flame mahogany bachelor chest of drawers in the Chippendale Style. Flawlessly opening and closing drawers wit...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Set of 2 Italian Art Deco Bedside Tables With Marble Top, 1930s
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 2 Italian Art Deco bedside tables with marble top, 1930s Door and drawer inside. Brass handles. Good condition.
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1930s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

French 19th Century Ebonized Louis XVI Style Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A Louis XVI style, marble-topped commode from France (late 19th century) in bold, ebonized finish that could suit a wide range of decorating tastes today. The St. Anne marble surface...
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19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

Antique French Louis XVI Commode Chest Of Drawers, Marble & Bronze
Located in Senonches, Centre-Val de Loire
Antique French, Louis XVI style chest of drawers topped with a white Carrara marble, fluted legs finished with golden bronze clogs. Four dovetailed drawers with bronze and brass det...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Carrara Marble

Piedmont walnut chest of drawers, Louis XV, Italy, mid-18th, mid-18th century
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A large solid walnut chest of drawers with light inlaid motifs, Louis XV, Italian cabinetmaking, Piedmont region, mid-18th century The elegant curves of the Louis XV style continue ...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Louis XV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

1860s-1910s Meiji Japanese antique wabi sabi Urushi mid Tansu chest of drawers
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
From Kanto or Tohoku area, Japan. This mid tall size, Urushi lacquered Tansu chest of drawers is a product of Meiji era (circa 1860s - 1910s) , estimate from the style & conditions....
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Magnificent Chest of Drawers with Ivory Murano Glass & Brass Fittings Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
This exquisite ivory-colored chest of drawers is a masterpiece of Italian craftsmanship, fusing solid wood, Murano glass and polished brass for a truly elegant look. Handcrafted, i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid 19th Century English Collectors cabinet with 14 Drawers
Located in Greven, DE
Antique archive or collection cabinet England Mahogany Mid 19th century Dimensions: H x W x D: 121 x 64 x 57 cm Description: Rare antique collection cabinet veneered in Cuba mahog...
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers, Meiji Era'1868-1912'Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique chests of drawers was crafted in the Late Meiji Era(1868-1912). Made of cedar wood, it showcases the beautiful signs of aging that add character to the piece. The desi...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cedar

Small Rosewood/birch floating cabinet by Thove + Edvard Kindt-Larsen unique
Located in Forest, BE
This is an elegant floating console/ cabinet. Made of rosewood and elm wood. The pattern is unique and remind the Jean Prouve panels. Completely refi...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood, Birch

Italian Burl Wood Commode
Located in Pomona, CA
An Italian burlwood three-drawer commode.
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1950s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Storage Tansu Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese small drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). This is a "Shonai chest" chest made in the Tohoku region of Japan. It is chara...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cedar

Scandinavian Modern Oakwood Chest of Drawers by Henry Kjærnulf, 1960s, Denmark
Located in Odense, DK
Chest of drawers made in Denmark in the 1960s and attributed to Henry Kjærnulf. Great carved details and brass hardware.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Pair of Baker Louis XVI Directoire Style Mahogany 3 Drawer Commodes
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 32 1/4 in W: 36 in D: 17 1/2 in Bring timeless refinement to your interior with this sophisticated pair of Louis XVI Directoire style three-drawer commodes from the...
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Late 20th Century Indonesian Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

English Ebonized Fish Motif Decoupage Chest
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Recently updated with ebonizing and decoupage, this 1940s pine chest from England would be an entertaining addition to a beach or lake house, or child’s bedroom. Solid pine makes for...
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20th Century English Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine, Paint

Set of 2 Mid-Century Scandinavian Minimalist Bedside Tables of Johannes Andersen
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 2 Mid-Century Scandinavian Minimalist Wood and Brass Nightstands with Drawers. Attributed to Johannes Andersen 1960s. Intact and in good condition, small signs of aging.
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Japanese Antique Small Drawer 1860s-1920s Meiji period / Tansu / Wabisabi /
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is an antique Japanese small chest of drawers (小引出し) crafted in the Meiji period (late 19th to early 20th century). The piece features a deep black lacquered surface that has de...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

19th Century Korean Chest
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century Bandaji chest featuring a heavily decorated case with gleaming silver pierced grill work and handles. This rare blanket chest is similar to a Japanese Tansu chest and is...
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19th Century Korean Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Nickel

French 18th Century Louis XVI Period Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A handsome walnut & marble commode from France, an 18th century original in the Louis XVI style, fitting with traditional to transitional interiors equally well. The removable stone ...
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18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

Italian Neo-Classical Or Biedermeier Style Burl Wood Bloomingdale’s Chest
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a handsome Italian burl wood commode crafted in Italy for Bloomingdale’s. It has Biedermeier or neo-classical styling. The drawers are paper lined and have dovetail construct...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Granite

Pair Drexel Provincial Serpentine Mahogany Partial Gilt and Cream Bedside Chests
Located in Germantown, MD
A pair of mid Century Drexel Provincial Style Serpentine Mahogany Partial Gilt and Cream painted bedside chest of drawers / Nightstands. Measures 24"...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Hardwood, Mahogany, Paint

Small French Ebonised Three Drawer Empire Chest with Marble Top
Located in Troy, MI
Found in France, this empire style three drawer chest dates from the 1960s. Classically styled, the chest features an ebonised finish with brass hardware, brass-capped front feet and...
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Mid-20th Century French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

French 20th Century Louis Philippe Style Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
Recently updated with ebonizing and decoupage in England, this early 20th century French chest of drawers offers a moment of whimsy anywhere around the home. Solid birch makes for st...
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20th Century French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

19th Century Italian Charles X Inlaid Walnut Antique Chest of Drawers, Restored
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
We present this elegant antique Italian chest of drawers dating back to the first half of the 19th century, Charles X period. An extremely refined chest of drawers, whose characteris...
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1820s Italian Charles X Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Large Antique Industrial Wooden Mahogany Chest of Drawers, C.1920
Located in London, GB
A very large mahogany bank of drawers. c.1920 Twelve drawers, with brass looped pulls above sliding cupboards. Constructed mostly from solid mahogany which has developed a beautif...
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Early 20th Century English Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Mahogany

Shagreen Commode Bar with Bronze-Patina Brass by Kifu Paris
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines. The constellation commode...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Large Organic Coastal Faux Bamboo Rattan Chests / Commodes / Cabinets - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a large scale pair of Regency style hand crafted faux bamboo chests. They date to the 1980s and are in very good condition. My shipping is running two to five weeks. These ...
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Late 20th Century American Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Composition, Metal

19th Century Blue Painted Commode with Marble Top
Located in Houston, TX
19th Century Blue Painted Commode with Marble Top and Bronze Mounts
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19th Century French Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Antique Genuine Swedish Original Gustavian Period Handmade Chest of Drawers
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish chest of drawers from the 1700s in gustavian style. The chest is a genuine Swedish gustavian furniture with four drawers made by hand in solid pine around 1790. Class...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Antique Inlaid Moroccan Tall Chest
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive antique Moroccan tall chest handcrafted in walnut featuring a custom glass top with a scalloped front and matching top drawer over four flat front drawers below having blu...
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Early 20th Century Moroccan Moorish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bone, Mother-of-Pearl, Hardwood

Split Reed Bamboo Rattan Small Chest or Nightstand, 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish modern rattan bamboo three-drawer end table stand or small chest, 1970s. Beautiful bamboo small chest, end table or nightstand for a summer...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bamboo, Rattan, Reed

1860s-80s Japanese antique wabi sabi Urushi mid Tansu chest of drawers
Located in 常陸大宮市, JP
From Tohoku area, Japan. This mid-size, black Urushi lacquered Tansu chest of drawers is a product of late Edo to early Meiji era (circa 1860s-1880s) , estimate from the style & con...
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Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Vintage Italian Olive Wood Miniature Bombe Chest Commode Nightstand
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage small four drawer bombe chest featuring Louis XV styling with olive wood and brass drawer pulls. Each drawer is lined with cream and green Florentine paper. Style 122, made i...
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Late 20th Century Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Hardwood, Olive

1970s Sarreid Ltd Brass Chest of Drawers Spain
Located in Chula Vista, CA
AMBIANIC presents 1970s Sarreid Ltd Brass Chest of Drawers Glamorous chest or cocktail table sarried brass with nail head trim. 18.5 h 19.5 d x 34.25 w Preowned vintage condition Re...
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Late 20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

19th Century Biedermeier Walnut Chests of Drawers, Italy
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Biedermeier chests of drawers from Italy, crafted circa 1830. The commodes feature striking mirrored walnut veneer, enhancing their elegant appearance. Keyholes lined wit...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Beautiful One-of-a-kind Wicker Chest
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A stunning vintage wicker chest that has a touch of charm and artisanal craftsmanship, made in Hong Kong. Known for its skilled wicker and rattan furniture production during the mid-...
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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bamboo, Wicker, Rattan, Wood

1970s brutalist cabinet in massive oak, by De Coene (BE)
Located in Oostende, BE
1970s brutalist cabinet in massive oak, by De Coene Frères (BE)
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1970s Brutalist Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Antique Victorian Campaign Era Military Secretaire Chest of Drawers 19th Century
Located in London, GB
This is beautifully crafted antique early Victorian teak military campaign secretaire chest of drawers dates from Circa 1840. The top drawer opening to a pull out secretaire fitted with a small drawer, pigeon hole compartments and an inset gold tooled brown leather writing surface. This is over two short drawers over two full width drawers. The brass-bound chest was made in two parts, accented with inset brass hardware, for ease of transport. Add this splended military secretaire...
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1840s Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

19th Century Large Pine Chest of Three Drawers, Hungary
Located in Round Top, TX
Antique large pine chest of three drawers resting on bun feet. Traditional turned column details, dove-tail joints and brass pulls. Note the natural wax finish that brings out the wa...
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Late 19th Century Hungarian Country Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Vintage French Provincial Louis XV Style Carved Chest of Drawers
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Late 19th Century French Solid Oak Chest of Drawers – Ready to Use This elegant chest of drawers was made in France in the late 19th century. Crafted from solid oak, it showcases th...
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1890s French Louis XV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Swedish 19th century satin birch chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish 19th century satin birch chest of drawers circa 1870. Elegant scandinavian chest of drawers, pine carcass veneered in a golden satin birch.   Fitted with 3 equal sized drawe...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

19th Century German Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers, Walnut, Bavaria, circa 1820
Located in Greven, DE
Biedermeier chest of drawers with burled edge Southern Germany (Bavaria) Walnut Biedermeier circa 1820 Dimensions: H x W x D: 88 x 118 x 57 cm Description: Piece of furniture stan...
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Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut, Burl

Pair of Bedside Tables Nightstands Oak, Esko Pajamies for Asko Finland 1960s
Located in Silkeborg, Silkeborg
Mid-Century Modern pair of nightstands by Finnish designer Esko Pajamies for Asko Finland. Made circa 1960s to 1970s. The nightstands are not identical but very similar. They are p...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

French Louis XVI Style Light Walnut Commode with Three Drawers and Fluted Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI style light walnut commode from the 20th century with three drawers, fluted side posts and legs, ornate hardware. This French Louis XVI style light walnut commode ...
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20th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Antique French Mahogany Louis XVI Chest of Drawers WHITE Marble SMALL Side Table
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique French Mahogany Louis XVI Chest of Drawers WHITE Marble SMALL Side Table. Direct from France to us, another classic French beauty, this elegant antique Louis XVI style chest...
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1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

Russel Wright, Chests of Drawers, Maple, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of maple chests of drawers designed by Russel Wright and produced by Conant Ball, USA, c. 1950s.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Maple

Rey Bedside Table, in Summer Aged Oak, by August Abode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A low-profile nightstand or side table combining a classical twisted rope detail with clean-lined simplicity, featuring two drawers with dovetail joinery and soft-close glides. Inqui...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak, Walnut

French 19th Century Empire Style Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A French marble top commode made of bookmatched burl mahogany and decorative Empire style ormolu. The commode’s top is a Saint Anne marble with curved front edges making for a durabl...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

Pair of Rey Bedside Tables, in Summer Aged Oak, by August Abode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing our artisan-made Rey Bedside Tables. A pair of side tables combining a classical twisted rope detail with clean-lined simplicity. Our Rey Collection conjures memories of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak, Wood, Walnut

Pair of Chelsea Textiles Gustavian Chest of Drawers Nightstands
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Hand painted, in a wonderful Scandinavian neutral creamy gray color, Gustavian style chest of drawers or nightstand. This piece has been constructed from solid wood with a hand-appli...
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Early 2000s European Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Zebra Chest of Drawers by Carlo Rampazzi
Located in Milan, IT
An eye-catching combination of Classic shapes and modern materials, this chest of drawers is an Exclusive Design by Carlo Rampazzi that stands out for its glamorous aesthetic. The wo...
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2010s Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Plexiglass, Maple

18th Ctr. Gustavian Black-Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
Gustavian chest of drawers in black-painted wood with beautiful patina. An elegant chest of drawers with four drawers – one upper, smaller drawer featureing fine fluting, while the t...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Antique Original Chest on Chest from the Gustavian Period from Stockholm, Sweden
Located in Kramfors, SE
Antique Swedish chest on chest in gustavian style made around 1780 in Stockholm, Sweden. The chest is made in a classic, straight gustavian styl...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Børge Mogensen Öresund Chest of Drawers in Oak veneer for Karl Andersson, 1970s.
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Børge Mogensen Öresund Chest of Drawers for Karl Andersson & Söner, Sweden 1960s. Oak veneer with later solid oak base. Good condition with signs of use and ageing.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Oak

Elegant Bespoke Italian drawer "Glass and Brass"
Located in Milano, IT
Drawer with a wooden structure, clad in fluted glass, is framed by a brushed brass profile that enhances its geometry and essential design. The brass mosaic handles add a sculptural ...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

French 18th Century Louis XVI Commode
Located in Stockbridge, GA
This wonderful 18th century chest is made of fruitwood and a beautiful marble top.
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

19th Century, Large 4-Drawer Walnut Biedermeier Chest of Drawers
Located in Darmstadt, DE
An early South German Biedermeier chest of drawers, circa 1825, featuring four drawers with stunning bookmatched walnut veneer on a softwood carcass. The beautifully grained walnut r...
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Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut, Spruce

Antique Quality French Kingwood & Marquetry Inlaid Marble Top Chest of Drawers
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian quality French kingwood and marquetry inlaid marble top commode/chest of drawers having a quality antique Victorian marquetry inlaid bow fronted commode and boastin...
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Other

Antique and Vintage Chests of Drawers and Commodes for Sale: Find Art Deco Commodes and Mid-Century Modern Chests of Drawers on 1stDibs

Shopping for 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 any case 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. The term commode was also used to refer to a piece of bedroom furniture — a washstand or nightstand that contained a chamber pot. 

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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