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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Arts and Crafts
Danish Teak Sideboard No. 394 by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard, 1950s
Located in Elshout, NL
No. 394 by Kai Kristiansen Special small sideboard with four drawers No. 394 by Kai Kristiansen for Akel Kjersgaard, 1950s. It is cabinet no. 394 by Kai Kristiansen and made by Aksel...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Commode en bois vintage
Located in SAINT-CLÉMENT-DE-RIVIÈRE, FR
Commode en bois en état moyen car le bois est piqué par des vers et doit être traité.
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1980s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Brazilian Modern Chest of Drawers in Hardwood by Moveis Cimo, 1950s, Brazil
Located in New York, NY
Available today, this Mid-Century Modern chest of drawers made in hardwood and yellow formica designed by Moveis Cimo in the fifties is a very rare FIND and is gorgeous! The chest i...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Hardwood

Mid Century Scandinavian Chest of Drawers in Teak, Sweden 60s
Located in Lucija, SI
Nice and rare chest of drawers made in the 60s Classic scandinavian design Made in Sweden Very good condition almost perfect
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1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Honeycomb Anglo Indian Bone Inlay Four Drawer Dressers
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Bone Inlay Dresser, an undeniable statement piece for any bedroom or living room. This stunning four drawer dresser is entirely handmade, featuring intricat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bone, Wood

Anglo Indian Bone Inlay Seven Drawer Dresser
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Bone Inlay Dresser, an undeniable statement piece for any bedroom. This stunning seven drawer dresser is entirely handmade, featuring intricate bone inlay d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bone, Wood

Low Chest Of Drawers Made In Rosewood By Hundevad Furniture Factory From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
This chest of drawers is a brilliant example of Danish design from the 1960s, created by Hundevad Møbelfabrik. Crafted from rosewood, this chest of drawers exudes a timeless elegance...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Mid-Century Modernist Chest of Drawers in Ebonized Walnut
Located in New York, NY
This substantial and reserved Mid-Century Modernist Chest of Drawers in Ebonized Walnut and Antique Nickel Hardware originates from the United States, Circa 1960. Features a plinth b...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Nickel

Anglo Indian Mother of pearl Inlay Seven Drawer Dressers
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Mother of Pearl Dresser, handmade with the finest small mother-of-pearl pieces through the age-old technique of inlay...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Mother-of-Pearl

Serpentine Ebonized Bronze Paint Imprinted Leather Wrapped Commode Dresser
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, versatile, John Widdicomb commode dresser you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. Very heavy and s...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid 20th century Swedish walnut chest of drawers by bodafors
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century swedish walnut chest of drawers by bodafors circa 1950. Good quality chest of drawers finished in light walnut.  Fitted with 4 graduating drawers in a 2 over 2 layo...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Italian sideboard, ash, design, 1980
Located in Nice, FR
Convenient sideboard very beautifully made in Ash veneer with a 3 cm thick travertine top. 9 drawers on the front with 6 metal handles. It’s a sideboard that goes very well in a livi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Fruitwood

Mid-Century Italian Burl Console Table with Mirror by Willy Rizzo, 1970's
Located in Vilnius, LT
Italian vintage burl wood veneer console table with mirror by Willy Rizzo from 1970s. The console table and mirror are decorated with brass and chrome combination, the single drawer ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass, Chrome

Honeycomb Anglo Indian Bone Inlay Four Drawer Dressers
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Bone Inlay Dresser, an undeniable statement piece for any bedroom or living room. This stunning four drawer dresser is entirely handmade, featuring intricat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bone, Wood

Honeycomb Anglo Indian Bone Inlay Four Drawer Dressers
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Bone Inlay Dresser, an undeniable statement piece for any bedroom or living room. This stunning four drawer dresser is entirely handmade, featuring intricat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bone, Wood

Vintage Danish Teak Chest of Drawers by Poul Cadovius
Located in London, GB
A superb vintage Danish teak chest of drawers by Poul Cadovius. It was made in Denmark by Cado, it dates from the 1960’s. The quality is outstanding, this is so well made and is a v...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

French Riviera Chest of Drawers in Woven Rattan by Vivai del Sud, Italy, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Mid-century French Riviera style chest of drawers fully made in woven rattan with brass knobs and a top crystal glass. This incredibly charming piece was made by Vivai del S...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Honeycomb Anglo Indian Bone Inlay Four Drawer Dressers
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Bone Inlay Dresser, an undeniable statement piece for any bedroom or living room. This stunning four drawer dresser is entirely handmade, featuring intricat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bone, Wood

T H Robsjohn Gibbings Widdicomb Modern MCM Maple Brass Three Drawer Chest - Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Modern Mid Century Maple and Brass Three Drawer Chest - Pair Each chest measures: 36 wide x 20.25 deep x 32.75 high All pieces of furniture can...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Vintage Blanket Storage Chest With 4 Drawers.
Located in Seattle, WA
Vintage Blanket Storage Chest With 4 Drawers and Top storage compartment with mid Century Modern Casters. Dimensions. 50 W ; 21 1/2 D ; 43 3/4...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Mid Century MODERN Walnut + White Gentlemen's Chest / DRESSER Lawrence Peabody
Located in Weehawken, NJ
Mid Century Modern Walnut + White Gentlemen's Chest / dresser by Lawrence Peabody for Child Craft, c. 1960's. This lovely piece offers all the clothing storage you will need in one s...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Rosewood Highboard, Danish Design, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Highboard / sideboard made in Denmark in the 1960s. Veneered with rosewood. Very good condition, no damage. After renovation, all surfaces polished. Excellent condition. dimensions:...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Italian Vintage Console / Chest
Located in Austin, TX
Chest or console case piece from Italy in the mid-century style. This chest features beautiful teak wood with unique tapered legs. There are six dovetailed drawers with leather wrapp...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Leather, Teak

Sculpturalist or Brutalist Chunky Angular Carved Walnut Chests, set of 3
Located in Skokie, IL
Sculpturalist or Brutalist Chunky Angular Carved Walnut Chests, set of 3 An unusual set of three Sculpturalist or Brutalist style angular carved walnut chests. The carved and textur...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Danish Chest of Drawers by Arne Wahl Inversen
Located in MADRID, ES
Born on 9 November 1927 in Nyborg, Holland, Arne is a Danish furniture designer and architect. He became interested in furniture from his father, who had a shop in his hometown, and ...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Dresser from S.A.F.F.A, 1950s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Set of maple and myrtle briar dressers and nightstands. Brass tips and handles. Retro-treated glass top from the Gris company of Varedo. Very interesting; under the top there are mar...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid-Century Teak Cupboard or Sideboard by Heals from Loughborough, 1950s
Located in South Shields, GB
A teak & mahogany compact sideboard or cupboard from Loughborough Furniture - retailed through Heals during the 1950s With an ebonised trim Featuring a drawer to the top and a cupboa...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Storm Gray Modern Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
This chic piece showcases an embossed gray leather facade accented by elegant gold trim and hardware. With six spacious drawers that provide ample storage. Its minimalist design is p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Classic Edward Wormley for Dunbar Chest of Drawers/ Dresser
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Stunning walnut Dunbar chest designed by Edward Wormley. Four large scale drawers. Legs feature Japanese style- studio/ craftsman details. Leather wrapped handles (dark brown) show s...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Leather, Walnut

Eli Peach Chest of Drawer
Located in New York, NY
We designed this dresser in collaboration with Hannaneh. Hannaneh is a Milan based designer who loves to explore with colour and patterns. The Eli Bone Inlay Dresser is the perfect s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bone, Wood

Gianfranco Frattini Commode 1926-2004 Model 522
Located in Buxton, GB
This stunning vintage chest of drawers is a true statement piece for any room. It has a beautiful Rosewood finish and smooth features, with cup handles that add a touch of mid-centu...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Danish Chest of 4 Drawers, Tallboy in Teak, Denmark, 1960
Located in The Hague, NL
Mid- Century modern period chest of 4 drawers or tallboy cabinet made in 1960's Denmark. Made of teak wood veneer. Elegant handles and good working drawers. High quality Danish furn...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Danish Chest of 4 Drawers, Tallboy in Teak, Denmark, 1960
Located in The Hague, NL
Mid- Century modern period chest of 4 drawers or tallboy cabinet made in 1960's Denmark. Made of teak wood veneer. Elegant handles and good working drawers. High quality Danish furn...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Pair of Bedside Tables Nightstands Oak, Esko Pajamies for Asko Finland 1960s
Located in Aarhus C, DK
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

Mid 20th Century Vintage Heywood Wakefield Chest Air Drawers - a Pair
Located in west palm beach, FL
A fabulous pair of vintage MCM chests of drawers. Made by the iconic Heywood Wakefield group and tagged inside the drawer. A chic maple cabinet with a fabulous retro shape. Acquired ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Maple

Eli Blue Chest of Drawer
Located in New York, NY
We designed this dresser in collaboration with Hannaneh. Hannaneh is a Milan based designer who loves to explore with colour and patterns. The Eli Bone Inlay Dresser is the perfect s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bone, Wood

G Plan Quadrille Three Drawer Gents Chest in Teak
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: England Designer: Victor B. Wilkins Manufacturer: G Plan Era: 1966 Materials: Teak, Afromosia, Rosewood Measurements: 32″ wide x 19″ deep x 28.5″ tall Condition: In excellent...
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood, Teak

James Mont Style, Art Deco, Cabinet, Black Lacquer, Parquetry, France, 1930s
Located in Stamford, CT
James Mont Style, Art Deco, Single Cabinet, Black Lacquer, Parquetry, France, 1930s A distinctive cabinet or nightstand on bracket style ebony bases supporting an open box case made...
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1930s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Lacquer

Raymond Loewy Inspired Yellow Chapter One Highboy Dresser Gentlemans Chest
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This model is nearly impossible to find. Moreover, yellow is the most sought after option. Combined with the fact that we've restored this piece to outstanding condition, we're cer...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Plastic, Hardwood

A Swedish Black Lacquer Commode
Located in New York, NY
Fitted with three drawers on four tapered brass feet. Each drawer features a brass-outlined escutcheon and ring pulls. Bearing Nordiska Kompaniet label.
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

1950s Italian Modern Commode with Brass Details and Glass
Located in Rome, IT
This stunning Italian dresser from the 1950s is a true vintage masterpiece. It features a sleek and modern design, with a beautifully shaped back-painted glass top in retro-grey, bra...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Giovanni Michelucci Poltronova Italian Midcentury Walnut Chest of Drawers 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Walnut chest of drawers from the "Serena CSM 98" series designed by Giovanni Michelucci and manufactured by Poltronova, production Italy 1964. G. Michelucci stamped mark. The chest ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Nutwood

Italian modern Black Office drawer unit by Borsani and Gerli for Tecno, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern Black Office drawer unit by Osvaldo Borsani and Eugenio Gerli for Tecno, 1970s Office drawer unit with rectangular base in black painted metal. On the fron...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Stacked Commodes in Limed Oak
Located in Westport, CT
Inspired by the iconic designer Paul Frankl, these rustic modern dressers blend timeless elegance with contemporary flair. The oversized drawer frames and subtly curved fronts create...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Nickel

Sligh Furniture, Chests of Drawers, Oak, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of solid oak chests of drawers designed and produced by Sligh Furniture, US, 1950s.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Edward Wormley Precedent Dresser for Drexel, stunning custom hardware / finish
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning chest of drawers from Drexel’s notable Precedent line, one of the few collections Edward Wormley produced outside of his work with Dunbar. The stately collection comprised o...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Chest of Drawers in Walnut
Located in Waalwijk, NL
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Furniture Co., chest of drawers, walnut, cane, brass, United States, 1950s This lovely chest of drawers is designed by British designer T.H. Rob...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid-Century Teak Chest of Drawers, 1960s
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This mid century chest of drawers in teak was manufactured in the denmark the 1960s. The chest of drawers has 2 drawers and a cabinet with 3 shelves. Completely restored, teak elemen...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Mid-century Modern Harvey Probber Tall Chest, Bleached Mahogany and Cane
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-century Modern Harvey Probber Tall Chest, Bleached Mahogany and Cane Offered for sale is an elegant Mid-century Modern Harvey Probber high chest in bleached mahogany. The cabin...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cane, Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Style Wood Colored Glass and Brass Pair of Italian Sideboards
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of sideboards composed of two folding doors and one shelve inside. Original wood structure from the 50´s covered in colored glass and brass profiles, handles and legs. Italian m...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Art Deco Walnut Chest of Drawers by Heal’s
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made Art Deco walnut chest of drawers by Heal’s. This was made by and retailed in Heal’s in the 1920-30’s. The quality is exceptional, with a very solid...
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1920s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Jack Van Der Molen, Chests of Drawers, Oak, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of oak chestst of drawers designed by Jack Van Der Molen and produced by Jamestown Lounge Co, USA, 1950s.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Tommi Parzinger Iconic Studded Small Chest/Bedside Table 1981
Located in New York, NY
Small cabinet/chest/bedside table model 223S with 2 drawers in white lacquered mahogany with chrome studs and exquisite pulls by Tommi Parzinger for Parzinger Originals, American 198...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Chrome

Teak Chest Of Drawers By Borge Mogensen, Denmark, 1960
Located in Le Grand-Saconnex, CH
Danish dresser by Borge MOGENSEN, seven large spacious drawers, excellent vintage condition, all drawers slide smoothly. Très rare, l'une des plus grandes commodes hautes jamais pro...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Bamboo Cane and Brass Commode Chest of Drawers by Vivai del Sud, Italy, 1975
Located in Vienna, AT
Bamboo Cane and Brass Commode Chest of Drawers by Vivai del Sud, Italy, 1975 - Dimensions are 51" x 27" x 18" Rare large organic chest of drawers in brillant condition with 6 drawer...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Edmond J. Spence, Chest of Drawers, Rosewood, Sweden, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A rosewood chest of drawers or commode designed and produced by American designer Edmond J. Spence and produced in Sweden, c. 1950s.
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Art Deco chest of drawers , Walnut Root by Paolo Buffa for Permanente Mobili Cantù
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Elegant Mid-Century modern three-drawer dresser by Paolo Buffa for Permanente Mobili Cantù in walnut burl , with mirror. Accessories such as hands and feet made of gold-plated brass....
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Nutwood

Pair Mid-Century Carved Chests of Drawers
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a unique pair of Mid-Century beautifully carved chests of drawers. The chest are carved in high relief tropical leaves which have been high-lighted in a silvery gold. These a...
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Mid-20th Century North American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Lacquer

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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