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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Style: Neoclassical
18th Century Fine Pair of Neoclassical Commodes. Vienna, c. 1800.
Located in Vienna, AT
We are pleased to present this extraordinary pair of Viennese Neoclassical commodes, exemplifying the pinnacle of craftsmanship and design from the early 19th century, circa 1800. Th...
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Early 1800s Austrian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century Italian Neoclassic Inlaid Walnut Commode
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th Century Italian Neoclassic Inlaid Walnut Commode. Veneer Sienna Marble Top. This rare chest features a stunning rectangular veneered Sienna marble top over a two drawer case. Pa...
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18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
18th-Century Painted Gustavian Chest of Drawers, Swedish Neoclassical Style
Located in Seaford, GB
18th-Century Painted Gustavian Chest of Drawers – c.1770
An exceptional 18th-century painted Gustavian chest of drawers, combining the refined elegance of Swedish neoclassical desig...
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Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century Italian Neoclassical Polychrome Decorated Commode
Located in Bradenton, FL
Late 18th century Italian neoclassical polychrome decorated commode. Features three large drawers decorated in red and blue with angels and birds in center of drawer fronts and on ce...
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18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$6,580 Sale Price
30% Off
Rare Pair Period 18th Century Paint Decorated Venetian Commodes Cabinets
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This rare and important pair of 18th century Venetian commodes exemplifies the artistry and sophistication of period Venetian furniture. ...
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1770s Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
$7,596 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Italian Neoclassical, Marquetry, Satinwood, Demilune Chests, Italy, 19th c.
Located in Manhasset, NY
Italian Neoclassical, Marquetry, Satinwood, Demilune Chests, Italy, 19th c.
Exceptionally rare to find even a single Italian Neoclassical chest of this quality. However, here we pre...
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19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Satinwood
Pair of Danish Teak Cabinets, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Elegant pair of Danish modern cabinets in teak, raised on minimalist black-lacquered metal frames. Designed and manufactured in Denmark during the 1960s, these versatile pieces featu...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
$4,500 / set
American Neoclassic Bird's Eye Maple Four Drawer Chest, 1820
Located in Kenilworth, IL
American Neoclassic four drawer chest in the French Restoration taste. The case employs both solid and veneered bird’s-eye maple in choice selection of overall pattern. The top is ma...
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Early 19th Century American Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birdseye Maple, Cherry, Poplar, Pine
$14,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Scandinavian modernism chest of drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Wooden cabinet with three lockable drawers and metal handles.
The burl wood with its pronounced grain makes this piece unique and refined, ideal for decorating the room with a touch...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Mogens Koch Chest of Drawers for Rud. Rasmussen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Mogens Koch chest of drawers in elm. Executed by Rud. Rasmussen, Copenhagen, Denmark.
Reverse with paper label ‘RUD. RASMUSSENS/SNEDKERIER/KØBENHAVN/DENMARK.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Elm
$10,308 / item
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Bleached Walnut Commode With Inlay
Located in Carmine, TX
Commode hand-made in Italy in the early 1800s using walnut and decorated with walnut and satinwood inlay. The commode shows very straight and modern lines, and the inlay provides it ...
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Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Satinwood, Walnut
Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard, Bench with Chest of Drawers, Teak, Denmark
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kai Kristiansen bench with movable chest of drawers on top.
Made of partly solid teak.
Made by Aksel Kjersgaard 1960s.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Handsome Danish Modern Teak Johannes Andersen Tall Dresser Mid-Century
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome Danish modern Teak tall dresser attributed to Johannes Andersen. This piece measures 46.5"T x 36"D x 18'D.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
$2,600 Sale Price
20% Off
Pair of French Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
An 18th century Neo Classically inspired three drawer commode with figured walnut panels to the top front and sides, with crossbanding and inlays.
The three long soft closing drawe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$11,652 / set
Vintage Palaset Palanox Modular Storage Box Set of 4, Green White, Finland, 1972
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Palaset modular storage box set of 4 Scandinavian Modern, Finland, 1972-1973, green and white.
Palaset Palanox, multicolored stackable boxes th...
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Swedish 1950s-60s mahogany chest of drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage mahogany chest of drawers with three drawers, metal handles and tapered legs. Clean lines and refined details.
Swedish 1950s-60s mahogany chest of drawers, featuring three s...
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Midcentury "Tulip Rose" chest of drawers by Carl Malmsten, Sweden, 1930s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful chest of drawers by Carl Malmsten, model called “Tulipanros” (“Tulip Rose”), made in mahogany and root veneer laid in an elegant pattern. Graphic decor on the drawer fronts...
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1930s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
18th century, Italian Neoclassical Lacquered Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in IT
18th century, Italian Neoclassical Lacquered Wood Chest of Drawers
This neoclassical chest of drawers was made in Piedmont in the second half of the 18th century, in carved and lacq...
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Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Swedish 1865 Neoclassical Style Painted Three-Drawer Chest with Guilloches
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish neoclassical style painted wood chest of drawers from the mid-19th century, with guilloche motifs and fluted side posts. Created in Sweden during the third quarter of the 1...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Nine-drawer column - 1980s
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Nine-drawer column - 1980s
possibility of purchasing bedside tables on request - See photos
Vintage - 80s furniture
Measures : 56x42cm H:123cm
W...
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20th Century Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Double dresser by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik
Located in Ranst, VAN
Very nice double chest of drawers designed by Børge Mogensen for Søborg Møbelfabrik. Produced in the 1960s in Denmark. This double dresser is made of teak wood, has eight drawers and...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Pair of 1820s Italian Neoclassical Carved Walnut Bedside Tables with Banding
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Italian neoclassical walnut bedside tables from the early 19th century, with banding and fluted tapering legs. Born in Italy during the first quarter of the 19th century, each of this pair of bedside tables features a rectangular top adorned with diamond-shaped banding surrounded by a double frame and resting on a façade presenting two drawers. Decorated with thin banding as well, the drawers are flanked with foliage-carved side posts that lead our eyes down to the tapered fluted legs on which the tables are resting. With their clean neoclassical lines and lovely walnut décor...
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Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Selig Furniture Scandinavian Teak Chest of Drawers
By Selig
Located in Pasadena, TX
A Mid-Century Modern chest of drawers featuring Danish modern styling in teak with seven drawers. This piece was made in Denmark by Selig Furniture. This piece is made in a richly gr...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
$2,100 Sale Price
25% Off
French Neo Classic Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
French neo classic dresser in a mahogany finish with gilded highlights. With a shaped chamfered edge top with a relief decorated three drawer freize, a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$6,267 / item
Mid century modern Scandinavian rosewood chest of drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
Scandinavian chest of drawers in rosewood with 8 drawers. Set on a black lacquered plinth. Excellent craftsmanship. Drawer interiors in mahogany.
Very good condition. Some scratche...
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1970s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Swedish Painted Commode, Antiqued Grey
Located in Westwood, NJ
Large 48" wide Swedish painted commode, this neoclassic painted commode in an antiqued grey finish with three long lockable drawers, canted cor...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$4,808 / item
19th Century Walnut Neoclassical Inlaid 2 Drawer Table
Located in Dallas, TX
This 19th century walnut neoclassical inlaid 2 drawer table is a luxurious and stylish antique piece of furniture. The intricate detailing and neoclassical design make it a standout ...
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19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Model HB96 Chest of Drawers, Alvar Aalto, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
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
Materials
Birch
Kai Kristiansen Model 385 Tallboy Chest, Rosewood
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen Model 385 Chest of Drawers, circa 1960
Rosewood tallboy chest, produced by Aksel Kjersgaard in Odder, Denmark. Solid rosewood frame...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Scandinavian Modern Solid Pine Bench by Fröseke, Furniture Maker in Sweden, 1970s
By Fröseke 2
Located in Hillringsberg, SE
This bench and hall storage is made in solid pine and produced in Sweden at Fröseke Fruniture during the 1970s.
Its solid pine with minimalistic features is a nice way of showing th...
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1970s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
19th Century English Marquetry Side Cabinet in the Neoclassical Style
Located in London, GB
A Fine and Decorative Side Cabinet in the Hepplewhite Manner
Constructed in goncalo alves, with satinwood crossbanding and specimen woods used in the inlays; of serpentine form, ris...
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19th Century British Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Satinwood
Antique Marble Topped Hardwood Dresser with Neoclassical Marquetry
Located in London, GB
Antique marble topped hardwood dresser with neoclassical marquetry.
French, late 19th century
Dimensions: Height 85.5cm, width 79cm, depth 40c...
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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Ormolu
Pair of Italian Venetian Style Painted Pine Commodes or Chests
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Grand pair of Italian commodes or chest of drawers featuring a Venetian style painted finish. The large pine cases measure over 4 feet wide fronted by three storage drawers with patinated bronze ring pulls. The pine has an off-white ground decorated with ochre designs...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Pair Of Italian 18th Century Neo-Classical St. Rosewood, Ormolu & Brass Commodes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An elegant and very detailed pair of Italian 18th century Neo-Classical st. Rosewood, Ormolu and Brass commodes from Tuscany. Each three drawer commode is raised by handsome block su...
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18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Ormolu
18th Century, Pair Demi-Lune Neoclassical Italian Lacquered Wood Chest ofDrawers
Located in IT
18th Century, Pair of Demi-Lune Neoclassical Italian Lacquered Wood Chest of Drawer
This pair of elegant drawers was made in the Piedmontese area (north of Italy) in the neoclassica...
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Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
$34,999 Sale Price
20% Off
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Modern Teak Roll Top Desk or Dresser
Located in Topeka, KS
Handsome vintage Scandinavian Modern teak roll top desk or dresser. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. It has some visible wear, particularly in the top, so you can see some scratches and dings. And it has a newly modified recessed black painted base as it encountered water at some point in its life and could not be refinished so we revamped it, modified, and painted the base black. There are some small rings on the desktop. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century.
Need a GORGEOUS desk but have limited space? Well, here it is…. the perfect desk! This is a very handsome smaller roll top desk...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Mid century Danish teak chest dresser attr. to N.P Nielson
By Erik Brouer
Located in Liberty, NY
Mid century Danish teak dresser chest with four drawers and inlad pulls, good vintage condition. Attributed to N. P. Nielson, but similar to some Erik Brouer designs of the period.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Walnut & Olive Wood Inlaid Commode
Located in Atlanta, GA
Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Walnut & Olive Wood Inlaid Commode
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18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Olive, Walnut
Teak Bench and Chest by Tingstrom Sweden, 1960
By Tingströms
Located in Paris, FR
Teak bench and chest by Tingstrom Sweden, 1960
Good vintage condition, upholstered with original fabric.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Niels Clausen Pair of 1960 Rosewood Nightstands
Located in London, England
Niels Clausen - Pair of Wide Nightstands, c1960s
A stunning pair of wide Rosewood bedside chests designed by lesser-known Danish cabinetmaker: Niels ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Vintage Italian Patina Hand Painted Trellis Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Discover the allure of Italian craftsmanship with this exquisite vintage chest of drawers, a true embodiment of Neoclassical charm. This piece captivates with its meticulously hand-p...
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Late 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Model HB96 Chest of Drawers, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas AB
Located in Helsinki, Uusimaa
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
Materials
Birch
French 19th C. Neoclassical Painted Wood Commode w/Six Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassic style carved and painted wood chest of drawers from the 19th century. This antique chest from France has a rectangular shaped top, with case beneath which houses ...
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Kai Kristiansen Danish Tallboy Chest of Drawers, Rosewood
Located in London, England
Kai Kristiansen Model 385 Chest of Drawers, circa 1960
A stunning rosewood tallboy chest, produced by Aksel Kjersgaard in Odder, Denmark in the early...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Brouer Mobelfabrik Rosewood Six Drawer Dresser Cabinet
By Brouer Mobel
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
Materials
Rosewood
19th Century Italian Painted Neoclassical Commode / Chest Of Drawers
Located in Viterbo, VT
Neoclassical chest of drawers hand-crafted in Italy in the early 1800s using walnut and painted in a beautiful blue-jeans color. The chest features three inset drawers all with beaut...
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Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Commode en pin Gautier vintage des années 70 80
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Commode vintage des années 70 80, attribuée à la marque Gautier, en bois de pin, 4 tiroirs : 2 grands et 2 plus petits, joli travail des poignées et des détails d’assemblage, intérie...
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1970s French Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
$717 Sale Price
20% Off
19th C. French Neoclassic Marble Top Commode w/Brass Hardware, Grey
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Neoclassical French carved and painted wood commode, with original marble top, from the 19th century. This antique chest from France features its original marble top with rounded f...
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Antique Neoclassic Continental Walnut Commode or Chest of Drawers
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome antique commode crafted in walnut having geometric designs and crossbanding over a bowfront case with four drawers, brass hardware and elegant tapered legs, French polished ...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Venetian Style Painted Palm Beach Regency John Widdicomb Chest of Drawers
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Venetian Style Painted Palm Beach Regency John Widdicomb Chest of Drawers
Vintage John Widdicomb chest of drawers is ornately designed and hand painted in a typical Venetian color ...
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1980s American Neoclassical Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Russian Neoclassical, Louis XVI, Commode, Mahogany, Marble, France, 19th Century
Located in Manhasset, NY
Russian Neoclassical, Louis XVI, Commode, Mahogany, Bronze, Marble, France, 19th C
A Louis XVI cabinet designed and produced in France in the second half of the 19th century. The ca...
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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Antique French Neoclassical Style Commode w/Original Marble Top & Brass Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical style chest, with its original marble top and hardware, from the early 20th century. This antique chest from France features a rectangular-shaped gray marble to...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair Korch Rosewood Campaign Chest Drawers Dresser End Table Henning Denmark
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A beautiful pair of petite rosewood chests or nightstands designed by Henning Korch for Silkeborge Mobelfabrik. Each with five drawers, interiors are made of mahogany with brass pull...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Louis XVI Style Gilt Metal and Kingwood Commode
Located in Astoria, NY
Louis XVI Style Gilt Metal Mounted Kingwood Parquetry and Penwork Marquetry Demilune Commode, 20th century, the parquetry inlaid top above a frieze drawer and cupboard below on flute...
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Early 20th Century European Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Kingwood
Pr. Danish Mid-Century Modern Style Dressers Att. to G Plan
Located in New York, NY
Stylish architectural pair of Danish style dressers attributed to G - Plan of Great Britain. Both chests are in good original, vintage estate condition, showing only light cosmetic w...
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Mid-20th Century English Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Lyby Mobler Danish Teak Wide Nightstands or Side Tables
Located in Chattanooga, TN
These wide Danish teak nightstands—originally produced by Lyby Møbler—have been fully reimagined as one-of-a-kind custom creations, transformed through an artisan restoration process...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
60s, vintage Danish cabinet-TV, gramophone, radio, Eltra Bella Vista, teak wood
Located in Tarm, 82
Vintage Danish cabinet-TV, Eltra Bella Vista, 60s, teak wood. Almost perfect condition. It works. Gramophone and radio working. Perfect condition, collecti...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
$2,675 Sale Price
20% Off
Theodore Alexander 3 Drawer Chest Green Painted Venetian Style
Located in Atlanta, GA
Theodore Alexander 3-Drawer Chest
3 Drawer Chest is painted in a Venetian Style and is of High quality and craftsmanship.
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2010s American Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Very Rare Danish Teak Double Chest / Sideboard by Peter Løvig-nielsen, 1960s
Located in Handewitt, DE
Very rare and finest double chest of drawers / sideboard in teak by Peter Løvig-Nielsen. With 8 drawers. Handles with aluminum details. Løvig Design Denmark 1960s.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
$5,695 Sale Price
20% Off
Stunning Gilt & Tooled Leather Neoclassical Bombe Chest by Maitland Smith
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Stunning Gilt & Tooled Leather Neoclassical Bombe Chest by Maitland Smith
This stunning gilt and tooled leather Neoclassical bombe chest by Maitland Smith highlights exceptional wor...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
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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