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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Period: Mid-20th Century
Period: 1970s
Mid-Century Walnut Chest of Drawers by Alfred COX for Heals, 1960s
By Alfred Cox, Heal's
Located in South Shields, GB
An impressive quality, tall walnut chest of drawers from Alfred Cox - retailed through Heal's during the 1950s
The bank of five drawers stands on long, tapered, splayed legs
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Brutalist Masive Oak chest of drawers - 1960s
Located in Brussels , BE
Nice chest of drawers in oak
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1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Pair of Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Black Lacquer Low Chests by Kittinger
By Kittinger
Located in New York, NY
This bold and thoughtfully composed Pair of Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Low Chests in Black Lacquer with Antique White Gold Greek Key Detailing are by Kittinger and originate fr...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer
20th Century Inlaid Veneered Wood Italian Louis XV Style Chest of Drawers, 1950s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian commode from the mid-20th century. High quality furniture in Louis XV style inlaid and veneered in walnut, rosewood, maple, walnut and fruitwood. Chest of drawers with three ...
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1950s Italian Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Teak Chest of Drawers by Heals from Loughborough, 1950s
By Heal's
Located in South Shields, GB
A teak & mahogany chest of drawers from Loughborough Furniture - retailed through Heals during the 1950s
With an ebonised trim
Featuring four drawers
The matching tallboy is liste...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Italian 1970s Chest of Drawer with Mirror by Dal Vera in Bamboo Wicker & Brass
By Dal Vera
Located in Roma, IT
beautiful chest of drawers made in Italy in the mid-20th century by the historic company "Dal Vera Antonio e Figli", active from 1884 until 1984.
This company is known for its high q...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Teak Chest of Drawers from Homeworthy, 1970s
Located in South Shields, GB
A teak chest of drawers from Homeworthy
Featuring 4 drawers
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Black Lacquer Low Chest by Kittinger
By Kittinger
Located in New York, NY
This bold and thoughtfully composed Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Low Chest in Black Lacquer with Antique White Gold Greek Key Detailing is by Kittinger and originates from the Un...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer
1960 Tatra Cabinet in Walnut Finish, Czechoslovakia
By Tatra
Located in Praha, CZ
- High gloss finish
- Good original condition with minor signs of use
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Scandinavian Chest Of Drawers By Carlo Jensen - Hundevad & Co. - Oak - Ca 1960
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Scandinavian double chest of drawers by designer Carlo Jensen produced by Poul Hundevad and his company Hundevad & Co. Pretty light oak furniture from the 1960s, mid century modern, ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Modern Commode, 1950s, Sweden
Located in Brussels, BE
This elegant commode is from Sweden and dates from the 1950s. The modernist details are in the handles of the commode and the feet. The decorative brass fixtures contrasts with the s...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Floral Etched Glass Italian Louis XV Style Mirrored Commodes Circa 1950s
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a fine and very glamorous pair of Louis XV style Italian -made Murano style small commodes or nightstands. This piece is in good condition with minor signs of age including p...
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1950s French Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Art Glass, Mirror, Walnut
20th Century Lacquered and Painted Floral Decorations Wood Italian Commode, 1960s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Small Tuscan dresser from the 20th century. Furniture in lacquered and painted wood with very pleasant floral decorations. Chest of drawers equipped with two drawers of good capacity...
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1960s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
20th Century Inlaid Wood Italian Commode, 1950s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Italian chest of drawers from the mid 20th century. Wavy and rounded piece of furniture, richly inlaid in walnut, burl, maple and beech wood. Small chest of drawers of nice size and ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Paul Mccobb Calvin Group Mahogany and Brass Five-Drawer Chest / Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Paul Mccobb Calvin Group five-drawer chest (model 1003) manufactured by Directional Furniture (ca. early 1950s, USA).
Composed of a stained mahogany chest with brass tear-drop pulls ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Pair Nightstands Commodes Tables Johnson Carper
Located in Baltimore, MD
Beautiful architecturally stunning MID CENTURY DANISH MODERN 1960’s pair of Bachelor chest by Johnson Carper. Mad Men Home Decor, Vintage Furniture, Fashion Trend Johnson Carper, 19...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Teak Chest of Drawers by Bernhard Pedersen & Son, c1960s
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Step into the world of timeless elegance with this exquisite vintage mid-century Danish modern Tambour Door Chest, crafted by the esteemed Bernhard Pedersen & Son in the 1960s. This ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
French , Cherrywood marble topped commode / chest of drawers
Located in Budleigh Salterton, GB
Mid 20th century great quality cherrywood marble topped commode three large drawers, original brass mounts and handles.
French circa 1930’s Great colour, this piece came from a Castl...
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1930s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
Mid Modern Century Commode Chest of Drawers Teak Wood
Located in Madrid, ES
A beautiful and elegant chest of drawers from the 60s, in teak wood, with four drawers and bronze handles, the four legs also end with four rounded bronze sabots.
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
1960s Teak Chest of Drawers, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- Item has been carefully refurbished.
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Antique Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A lovely antique burr walnut chest of drawers in the Georgian style. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1930-50’s.
The quality is fantastic, this is a useful and com...
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1950s British Georgian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Frode Holm walnut commode from Illums Bolighus, Denmark 1950’s
By Frode Holm
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
Mid-Century Modern stunning walnut veneer sideboard designed by Frode Holm in 1950’s for Illums Bolighus, Denmark. Fitted with various sized drawers and casted brass handles.
Condi...
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Mid-20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair Available- Breathtaking Restored Art Deco Commode by Widdicomb, circa 1938
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent commodes are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready.
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Swedish Mid Century Modern Wooden Chest of Drawers in Pine Produced, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare wooden mid century chest of drawers commode in pine with brass handles produced in Sweden, 1940s. In good condition.
Dimensions: H: 70 cm / 27.55" W: 96 cm / 37.80" D: 46 cm /...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Vintage Mid Century Meredew Chest of Four Drawers in Oak
By Meredew
Located in London, GB
Stylishly simple chest of four drawers by Meredew from the early 1960s. Beautiful blonde oak finish which is smooth to touch with a characterful grain. Good size drawer depth and the...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Peter Hvidt for Thorald Madsen, Pair of Petite Teak Cabinets
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of small chests of drawers in teak over birch. Slightly tapering body, brass pulls, and wonderful dark patina add to the overall elegance. A versatile size, the pair work well a...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Stylish Chest of Mid Century, Danish Drawers
Located in Bristol, GB
A beautiful chest of drawers with classically mid century inset handles, ideally sized for use as a TV stand or as a storage console in your living room or bedroom. The simple design...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Art Deco walnut burl dresser with lacquered drawers and feet 20th century
Located in Premariacco, IT
Elegant chest of drawers from the 1930-1940s in walnut burl with black lacquered feet and four wide, sturdy drawers decorated with brass and clear plastic handles.
The cabinet thank...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
20th Century Lacquered and Painted Wood Venetian Commode, 1950
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Small Venetian commode from the mid-20th century. Furniture in carved, lacquered and hand painted wood with very pleasant floral decorations. Commode equipped with two front drawers ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Art Deco dresser with four drawers 20th century
Located in Premariacco, IT
Chamber dresser made circa 1940 entirely of wood with four large, sturdy drawers.
The cabinet lends itself well to all kinds of environments thanks to its small size and soft, gentl...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Rare set of 3 teak cabinets by Tove & Edvard Kindt-Larsen for Thorald Madsens
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
From the 1930s to the 1960s, the couple Tove and Edvard Kindt-Larsen were among Denmark’s predominant designers, active the areas of architecture, furniture design. They had studied ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Widdicomb Modern Original Figured Mahogany Three-Drawer Commode
Located in Chicago, IL
Widdicomb modern original Art Deco three-drawer commode with figured mahogany drawer fronts. Picture frame style casing with recessed curved front pli...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid-20th Century Palisander Tall Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century palisander tall chest of drawers circa 1960.
Good quality Scandinavian tall chest of drawers. 6 equal sized drawers with fitted solid handles, top drawer fitted ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Palisander
Pair Vintage Italian Mahogany 3 Drawer Side Chests with Black Legs & Brass Feet
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this pair of mahogany three drawer sides chests date from the late 1950s / early 1960s. Chests are set on floating style black frames with X-form stretchers and brass...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Shop Counter of Birch and Oak Wood with Twenty Drawers, 1940's
Located in Madrid, ES
Two-part merchant haberdashery counter made of birch and oak. Glass upper part with interior compartment of ten display drawers and mounting for lighting. Bottom part with ten larger...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid 20th century Swedish birch chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Good quality swedish chest of drawers circa 1950.
3 drawers of equal proportion fitted with shaped steel handles and key plates. Rich golden colour.
Standing on bracket feet.
Idea...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Mid century chest of drawers U-458 by Jiri Jiroutek, Czechoslovakia, 1960´s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Mid-century chest of drawers, model no. U-458, designed by Jiri Jiroutek. It was made in the 1960´s and produced by “Interier Praha”. This model associated with world-renowned EXPO 5...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Beech, Plywood
Pair of Elmar Flötotto Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
This is a really great pair of chests by Elmar Flötotto in beech with green side and back panels. The chests have a very pleasing utilitarian look and feature his signature finger jo...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Beech
Italian Chest of Drawers of the Twentieth Century in Natural Color Walnut
Located in Buggiano, IT
Italian chest of drawers of the twentieth century in natural color walnut with three drawers.
The drawers have quality dovetail joints.
Walnut forms very beautiful handmade designs...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut, Fir
Chest by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Dallas, TX
A walnut dresser with rosewood handle and brass feet. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar.
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1950s Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Mid 20th Century Hand-Painted Italian Chest
Located in Dallas, TX
Decorative hand painted chest of drawers from Florence, Italy. Makes a fabulous accent piece! Note: Patina is recent
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Mid-20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Mid century chest of drawers by mojmír Požár for UP Závody, 1960´s
By Up Závody
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Multi-purpose cabinet or chest of drawers, designed by Mojmír Požár for ÚP Závody in the 1960s. Made in a combination of ash, elm, maple wood. It´s in good Vintage condition, shows...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Ash, Elm, Maple
20th Century Inlaid Wood Marble Top Louis XV Style French Commode, 1960s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
French chest of drawers from the mid 20th century. Wavy and rounded furniture, in Louis XV style, finely adorned with floral inlay in rosewood and fruitwood. Nicely sized dresser of ...
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1960s French Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Marble
Mid 20th century carved chest of drawers by Fazal Rahim & Bros
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Small mid 20th century carved chest of drawers by Fazal Rahim & Bros circa 1960.
Small decorative chest made by Fazal Rahim & Bros, wood master Peshawar, west Pakistan. Profusely c...
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Mid-20th Century Pakistani Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Fabulous Pair of Chinoiserie Commodes w/ Chinese Character Handles, Mastercraft
By Mastercraft
Located in New York, NY
A Fabulous Pair of Chinoiserie Commodes with Chinese Character Handles, Mastercraft. Hollywood Cinema’s Golden Era remains one of the mos...
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Marble Top Walnut Commode, French c.1930's
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning example of an Art Deco French Commode, in a highly character grain walnut timber. The marble top id a green with white speckled variety and the feet are also t...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Louis XV Style Hand Painted Faux Marble Chest Chinoiserie Chest Commode
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a French style Louis XV style chest with hand painted chinoiserie and faux marble top. I love this color! It unmarked and in very good condition with some choppiness to the p...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Walnut, Paint
Sarreid Hollywood Regency Campaign Brass Clad Compact Chest of 3 Drawers Stand
Located in Buffalo, NY
Sarreid Hollywood Regency Campaign Brass Clad Compact Chest of 3 Drawers Stand,,, Black lacquer asian modern style base,, 3 dovetail drawers,,
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1970s Spanish Hollywood Regency Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Black lacquered wood chest of drawers, Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina, 1970s
Located in Roma, RM
Chest of drawers in black lacquered wood and chromed metal, Kazuhide Takahama for Gavina
Product details
Dimensions: 120 W x 75 H x 54 D cm
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1970s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Paul McCobb Chest from the Irwin Collection for Calvin
By Paul McCobb
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This is one of the best well crafted and tightly tailored pieces by the iconic designer Paul MCobb . Featuring brass pulls and leg structure contrasting with the dark mahogany and ha...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Small Lacquered Commode with Chinese Scenes in the style of Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and decorative small commode is made of lacquered and gilt wood with chinese scenes. This very elegant chest of drawers is wonderfully decorated with bronze handles an...
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1940s French Neoclassical Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Paul Mccobb for Calvin Linear 3 Piece Mid Century Modern Vanity Chest Set
By Paul McCobb
Located in Denville, NJ
We photograph and list inventory in the condition it arrives at our warehouse to streamline operations and focus on restoration for current orders. This also enables us to maintain a...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome
1940's Cerused Sideboard by Huntington Chair Corp
Located in Dallas, TX
Clean Modernist lines, a gorgeous dresser or sideboard dating from the 1940's, produced by Huntington Chair Corp - Huntington, West Virginia. Oak grain in cerused finish gives it a u...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Art Deco walnut-root dresser with four drawers
Located in Premariacco, IT
Elegant and refined walnut briar dresser from the early 1940s, Italian production of high quality and workmanship.
Linear design and small size with proportions ideal for any kind o...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Italian pony and leather bauole chest of drawers
Located in Milano, IT
Step into a world of sophisticated whimsy with this 1970s Italian chest of drawers, a captivating creation that melds elegance with a touch of the eccentric. Crafted in the likeness ...
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1970s Italian Country Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fur, Leather
Restored Broyhill Brasilia Credenza: 1960s Mid-Century Modern Chic
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rediscover the 1960s elegance with our exquisitely restored Broyhill Brasilia credenza, a testament to the enduring allure of mid-century modern design. Our skilled artisans have met...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Art Deco chest of drawers in walnut burl and mahogany 1940s
Located in Premariacco, IT
Elegant walnut burl and mahogany dresser from the early 1940s, Italian production of high quality and workmanship.
Linear design and small size with proportions ideal for any kind o...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany, Walnut
Danish Modern chest of drawers from Rud Rasmussen, 1950’s Denmark
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
Beautiful chest of drawers in varnished mahogany produced by Rud. Rasmussens. Exceptional Scandinavian craftsmanship.
Condition
Good, age related wear and marks
Dimensions
height: ...
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1950s Danish Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood
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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