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

19th c. Dutch Painted Commode
Located in Wichita, KS
A beautiful Dutch commode from the 19th century in original paint with a Bombé shape and scalloped top and sides.
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19th Century Dutch Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Paint

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

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

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

Casaccia by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena - 1960s
Located in Uccle, BE
Rare bedside table or storage unit in walnut designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena in 1962. it will fit perfectly in your bedroom or in the hall of an appartement thanks to ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

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

Materials

Chrome

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

Materials

Brass

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

Italian Painted Two-Drawer Rococo Commode
Located in New York, NY
An Italian Rococo manner painted white commode. The shapely chest comprises two-drawers with fanciful bronze handles supported on cabriole legs. An exuberant and elegant shape whi...
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Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

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

Large Oak Rococo Chest of Five Drawers, Denmark circa 1750-80
Located in Round Top, TX
This large antique rococo oak chest of drawers features a serpentine front, handsome brass hardware pulls and rests on cabriolet feet. This chest has been restored, case is sturdy an...
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Mid-18th Century Danish Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

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 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

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

Materials

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

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

Materials

Walnut

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

Materials

Rosewood

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

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

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

Materials

Wood, Walnut

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 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

Materials

Lacquer

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

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

Materials

Teak

18th Century Swedish Rococo Commode
Located in Huntington, NY
An unusual Rococo commode with original brass hardware. One original lock and four early 20th century replacements. Slide-out shelf over five drawers. Original iron handles on each s...
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass, Iron

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

Materials

Hardwood, Oak

Mid Century Raffia Chest / Commode by Harrison Van Horn, c1970s
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Delve into the realm of timeless elegance with this exquisite vintage mid-century Raffia Chest by Harrison Van Horn, circa 1970s. Crafted with an unwavering commitment to quality and...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Raffia, Hardwood

Mid-Century Modern Walnut High Chest
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Walnut High Chest. Featuring a straight line design, two drawers at the top with wooden pulls, three drawers at the bottom with original bras...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Chest of drawers by Austin Suite, 1960
Located in Buxton, GB
This beautiful chest was Designed by Frank Guille for the renowned British brand Austin Suite in the 1960s; this chest boasts a stunning teak finish with ...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Mid-Century Modern Broyhill Saga Walnut High Chest
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Broyhill Saga Walnut High Chest. Featuring a straight line design, two top drawers with the iconic Saga stars carved in, three larger bottom ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

18th Century Swedish Rococo Commode
Located in Huntington, NY
A three drawer Rococo commode with original cherub adorned brass hardware and iron locks. Featuring a bow front and cabriolet legs. Tastefully repainted in soft white-grey.
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass, Iron

Paul McCobb Planner Group Solid Birch Dresser or Chest of Drawers, 1950s
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern three-drawer dresser or chest of drawers By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture, "Planner Group" USA, 1950s Solid birch, with original bras...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

1930s Italian Bombé Chest of Drawers, Olive wood & Walnut Marquetry
Located in London, GB
This is a rare 1930s Italian Baroque style bombé chest of drawers with burl olive wood and burl walnut marquetry. The beautiful exaggerated curves and the elongated shape of the ches...
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1930s Italian Rococo Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Olive, Walnut

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

Stacked Bedside Table in Black Ceruse
Located in Westport, CT
Inspired by the iconic designer Paul Frankl, this rustic modern bedside table blends timeless elegance with contemporary flair. The oversized drawer frames and subtly curved fronts c...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Chest of Drawers in Solid Hardwood, by Móveis Cimo, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This chest of drawers is a classic example of mid-20th century Brazilian furniture, manufactured by Móveis Cimo. This piece embodies the aesthetic of the period with its clean lines,...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Hardwood

Rare Mahogany Three-Drawer Chest by Ole Wanscher for A. J. Iversen, c. 1940's
Located in Norwalk, CT
Enrich your living space with this exceptional Danish Mid-Century chest of drawers, designed by the esteemed Ole Wanscher and crafted by A. J. Iversen in the 1940's. This rare find e...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

1960s Danish Executive Cabinet: Mid-Century Design and Craftsmanship
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dive into the elegance of the 1960s with our Danish executive cabinet, a hallmark of design and craftsmanship from the era. This sideboard, expertly handcrafted from premium walnut w...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Mid Century Modern Chest of Drawers by Kroehler
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Discover the charm of the Mid Century Modern Chest of Drawers by Kroehler, a perfect blend of style and functionality. With its classic clean lines and minimalist aesthetic, this che...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Widdicomb, Chest of Drawers, Walnut, Brass, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut and brass chest of drawers designed and produced by Widdicomb, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA, 1950s.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Circa 1735-55 French Rococo Period Commode from Provence
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1735-55 French Rococo period commode from Provence. Walnut. Serpentine front; two drawers with triple asymmetrical shaped, molded cartouches; pierced, carved apron ending in we...
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1730s French Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Giovanni Michelucci Serena Chest of Drawers for Poltronova, 1955
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Gorgeous and rare "Serena "chest of drawers mod. Serena in walnut wood, designed by Giovanni Michelucci for Poltronova, 1955, Italy. Signed piece.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Midcentury Style Brass and Lapis Lazuli Colored Murano Glass Commode
Located in Rome, IT
Striking brass frame and hand cut Lapis lazuli imitation Murano glass Commode or chest of drawer, raised on special brass legs. Handmade by a master artisan. Available also the pair .
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Glass, Wood

Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Gentlemen’s Chest
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Gentlemen’s Chest. Featuring a straight line chest on chest design, two doors at the top that open up to three hidden drawe...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

1960s Chest of Drawers in Maple Finish, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- good originial condition with minor signs of use
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Mid-Century Swedish Large Decorative Louis XV Style Chest of Drawers with Marble
Located in London, GB
This Large decorative bombé chest commode is in Louis the VX style with intricate walnut and kingwood marquetry. The chest is embellished with ornate ormolus mounts on the corners, t...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Kingwood, Walnut

Coppia di comodini P.C.
Located in Lugo, IT
Coppia di comodini di Pierre Cardin Qualche ritocco e vernice non perfetta Grazie
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Low Midcentury Rosewood Chest of drawers by Brouer Møbelfabrik, 1960s
Located in Elshout, NL
Rosewood chest of drawers A beautiful low chest of drawers by Brouer made of expressive rosewood. The color is a beautiful reddish darkbrown. The cool grips and patterning of the woo...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Mid century modern walnut chest of drawers with Portuguese light pink marble top
Located in Milano, IT
COD-CV165 Beautiful quality walnut chest of drawers with Portuguese light pink marble top, shaped on the front and sides with elegant brass tips. Ita...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

George Nakashima black american walnut chest of drawers 1955
Located in Paris, IDF
This dresser crafted from American black walnut is a stunning testament to George Nakashima's craftsmanship. Created upon the request of a private client in 1955, the angular shapes ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Mid Century Modern Brutalist Inspired Highboy Dresser. Circa 1960s.
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Brutalist Inspired Highboy Dresser. Circa 1960s. Feature a monumental look with brutalist inspired designed doors, a beautiful walnut wood grain finish, an...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Walnut

Michael Taylor for Baker Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautifully detailed four drawer dresser by Michael Taylor for Baker, New World collection. Stunning finish and spacious drawers add to the vintage modern appeal of this exquisite ba...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Maison Jansen cream lacquer brass mirrored chest of drawers 1970s
Located in Paris, IDF
This rare Maison Jasen five drawers, cream lacquered chest of drawers would be stunning in any bedroom or living room. Made to order by...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Post Modern John Stuart Chrome Accent Cane Front Gentlemens Dresser Armoire
Located in Chattanooga, TN
Price is for one dresser. There are two dressers available (sold separately) Nineteen-Laties gentlemen’s chest dresser by John Stuart. The expertly crafted chest features four spaci...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Chrome

Italian mid-century modern wooden chest of drawers, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern wooden chest of drawers, 1960s Rectangular chest of drawers entirely made of wood. On the front it has eight drawers, the handle is given by a shaped woode...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Mid-Century Modern Chest of Drawers in Caviuna wood, Unknown, c. 1950
Located in New York, NY
This chest of drawers is made in Caviuna wood and features four pull-out drawers with wooden handles on each side. The wood on this piece has a beautiful color and pattern and has be...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Hardwood

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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