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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Federal
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

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

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

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

Sliding Doors Widdicomb Chest of Drawers Cabinet
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Concealed by sliding doors deeps drawers chest of drawers cabinet by John Widdicomb.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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

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

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

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

Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Brass X Base Dresser Chest of Drawers - Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Paul McCobb for Calvin Mid Century Brass X Base Dresser Chest of Drawers - Pair Each chest of drawers measures: 36 wide x 19.25 deep x 36.25 high All pieces of furniture can be had...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

SUPER ELEGANT RALPH LAUREN AMERICAN HARDWOOD & OAK CHEST OF DRAWERS SiDEBOARD
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely Ralph Lauren American Mahogany and Oak Contemporary chest of drawers with lockable...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Hardwood, Oak

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

Midcentury Walnut Low and Long Chest of Drawers by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
Located in Belmont, MA
Midcentury walnut low and long chest of drawers by Kipp Stewart for Drexel. Excellent professionally restored vintage condition.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Vintage Walnut Tallboy Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A stunning vintage walnut tallboy chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from the 1960’s. It is of superb quality, it is a very large and useful size. There is lots of...
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1960s 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

Bonnet Top Highboy with Pinwheel Carvings & Impressive Size
Located in Milford, NH
A Queen Anne style bonnet top highboy with swan’s neck split pediment with urn form finials surmounting an upper case with three pinwheel carvings over three fitted drawers, the cent...
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20th Century American Federal Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

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

Danish Vintage Bedside Chest by Dyrlund
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made Danish vintage bedside chest. This was made by Dyrlund, it dates from around the 1960’s. The quality is outstanding, this sits on tapered legs and ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Johannes Sorth Three Drawer Rosewood Gentleman's Chest
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Johannes Sorth Manufacturer: Nexø Era: 1960s Materials: Rosewood Measurements: 39.5" wide x 17.5" deep x 26.25" tall Condition: In excellent original condi...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

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

Vodder Style Bowtie Gentlemans Chest In Rosewood
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Unknown Manufacturer: Unknown Era: 1960s Materials: Rosewood Measurements: 27.5" wide x 14.5" deep x 27.75" tall Condition: In excellent original condition...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Warren Church Lane Perception Walnut Oak Mahogany Mid Century Tall Chest Dresser
Located in Forest Grove, PA
Warren Church for Lane Perception walnut, mahogany and oak Mid Century tall chest or dresser with a wonderful contrasting basketweave deta...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

1950s Heywood Wakefield Encore long dresser & mirror art deco mid century modern
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
An exceptional 1950s, Heywood Wakefield Encore 8 drawer low dresser in a beautiful wheat color. Matching mirror included. Great rounded edges with elongated drawer pulls that span ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Maple

Danish Vintage Chest of Drawers by Dyrlund
Located in London, GB
A stylish and extremely well made Danish vintage chest of drawers. This was made by Dyrlund, it dates from around the 1960’s. The quality is outstanding, this sits on tapered legs a...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Style Solid Wood and Colored Glass Italian Sideboard
Located in Madrid, ES
Sideboard composed of two folding doors and one shelve inside. Original structure from 1950s made of solid wood and coated with colored glass. Details, handles and legs made of brass...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid 20th century Scandinavian birch chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century Scandinavian birch chest of drawers circa 1950. Stylish chest of drawers of small proportions, rounded top edges in the art deco taste, 2 short drawers over 2 long....
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

Vintage Danish Modern Rosewood High Chest
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Vintage Danish Modern Rosewood High Chest. Featuring a straight line design, five drawers for storage, modern legs, and a beautiful rosewood finish. This is an ...
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Rosewood

Pair Mid Century Modern Danish Teak Chests Dresser Linen Press Svend Madsen 1960
Located in Portland, OR
An excellent pair of Mid Century Modern teak chests, dressers, Danish, Svend Madsen for Sigurd Hansen Mobelfabrik, 1960s. Both chests are in excellent condition and have just been professionally & sympathetically restored in Bloomsbury's workshops. Made from the finest figured teak and lined & backed with maple, to the left side each chest is fitted with seven drawers, the right side with a locking door (original key) enclosing five sliding 'linen press' trays. This fabulous pair of MCM cabinets...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Maple, Teak

Mid-Century Modern Dunbar Edward Wormley Walnut High Chest
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Dunbar for Edward Wormley Walnut High Chest. Featuring a straight line design, six graduated drawers for storage, modern legs, and a beautifu...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Walnut

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

French Mid-Century Oak & Marble Top Little Cabinet, circa 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
Vintage commode in the typical style of the sixties, French little cabinet with two doors and one shelf inside, circa 1960. Oak, marble top and chrome buttoms. The small size of thi...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Chrome

Pair of Scandinavian Teak Chests of Drawers, Mid-Century Modern
Located in London, GB
Crafted from teak, these chests of drawers feature a sleek and minimalist design characteristic of mid-century aesthetics. The wood's natural grain is accentuated by the dark brown p...
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1950s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Two "Thin Edge" Chest by George Nelson
Located in Denton, TX
"Thin Edge" chest of drawers by George Nelson for Herman Miller. These make nice nightstands Measures: cabinet 1. 19.5" deep by 34" wide by 33.25" high cabinet 2. 19.5" Deep by 24...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Aluminum

Pr. Mid Century Mt. Airy Janus Series Bachelors Chests c 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Chic pair of Mid Century Bachelors chests by Mt. Airy as part of the Janus Collection series, circa 1960's. The dressers each feature ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

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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