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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
19th Century French Transition Chinoiserie Chest of Drawers
Located in Forney, TX
We present a rare and elegantly sophisticated Louis XV - Louis XVI Transition style chinoiserie black and gold lacquered and gilt bronze mounted breakfront chest of drawers. Born in France in the 19th century, the fine quality mahogany inlaid Parisian work inlaid in stunning exotic wood reserves, decorated panels of hand painted polychrome idealized Chinese scene, featuring ancient richly stylized landscape, home, and pair of figures, flanked by exceptional parquetry-work, geometric matched veneers, ebony string banding, center drawer inlaid with precious woods sycamore ground scroll motif reserve, flanked by neoclassical inspired chiseled and gilded bronze ornamentation. The chest retaining the original substantial sized dramatically veined shaped fior di pesco rouge marble slab top with molded edge, over case fitted with five drawers on three rows, the front and sides fully worked to lightly curved design, having three frieze drawers over two large drawers, all with quality dovetail joinery, atop a gently curving shaped apron, rising on outswept transitional cabriole legs, terminating on gilded bronze sabots. Ideal proportions for use as a commode, dining room sideboard server, credenza media stand, office hutch...
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19th Century French Chinoiserie Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Swedish Art Deco Stained Birch Bureau
Located in Kramfors, SE
Art Deco bureau from Sweden made during the early 20th century, around 1920 to 1930. The bureau is stained and polished birch and the structure of the wood...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

Theodore Alexander English Style Demilune Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
Dimensions - H: 36 in W: 54 in D: 24 in Elevate your interior with the timeless elegance of this Theodore Alexander English Style Commode or Chest of Drawers—a luxurious blend of classic design, superior craftsmanship, and practical storage. Expertly handcrafted, this exquisite piece reflects the rich heritage of English furniture, making it a standout addition to any traditional, transitional, or vintage-inspired space. This heirloom-quality commode features a single upper drawer, ideal for storing smaller essentials such as keys, cutlery, or accessories. Below, three doored storage compartments offer generous space for organizing larger items like linens, books, or household necessities—perfect for enhancing organization in your living room, dining room, bedroom, or entryway. The piece is adorned with solid brass hardware, elegantly aged for an authentic antique look. The brass pulls and hinges not only add a refined touch but also ensure long-lasting durability and smooth functionality. Adding to its unique versatility, the commode includes convenient side pullout trays—perfect for use as additional serving space, a writing surface, or for displaying décor when needed. These trays slide neatly back into the body of the chest, preserving its sleek, classic silhouette when not in use. Crafted from the finest materials and finished in a hand-rubbed wood tone that highlights its natural grain, this Theodore Alexander chest...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Directoire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Vintage Hardwood Dwarf Open Libary Bookcase Cabinet
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are so excited to present to you this vintage mahogany dwarf bookcase. We have lightly restored this by giving it a hand clean all over, hand waxed and hand polish. Please ...
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20th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Hardwood

Antique American Empire Chest of Drawers
Located in Bradenton, FL
An American Empire period step back chest of drawers in mahogany. Three over four drawers are hand-dovetailed, and open with round mushroom shaped knob...
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Early 19th Century American American Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Mahogany

Zanotta Carlino CM Service Storage Unit in Black Painted Wood by Carlo Mollino
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Zanotta Carlino CM Service Storage Unit in Black Painted Wood by Carlo Mollino Frame and drawer in painted wood, in the shades black and white. Plate glass top in the same colours...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

1960s Upcycled Oak Chest of Drawers, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- carefully refurbished - Iron legs were added afterwards
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Exquisite Antique Victorian Flamed Hardwood Chest of Drawers Porcelain Castors
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely absolutely exquisite, flamed mahogany, mid Victorian chest of drawers which sits on elegant turned legs finished with porcelain castors...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Hardwood

Italian Modern Credenza After Ico Parisi
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Modern credenza after Ico Parisi. This stunning Italian Mid-Century Modern credenza, commode or console table has shapely legs, six drawers with brass hardware and an interes...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Aksel Kjersgaard Mid-Century Scandinavian Teak Chest of Drawers, 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design chest of drawers produced by Aksel Kjersgaard in teak and metal structure, Denmark 1960s Please note that the item is original of the period a...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Walnut Three Drawer Chests
Located in Westwood, NJ
Burl Walnut Three Drawer Chest is a modern dresser with three long drawers and an exotic burl wood veneer. With modern antiqued brass ring pu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Ca 1900 Vintage industrial workshop pigeon hole cabinet with 30 drawers
Located in Markington, GB
Ca 1900 Vintage industrial workshop pigeon hole cabinet, lots of drawers, lots of dents, scratches and everything else to make this unit look fab!!...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Diminutive Metal Bachelors Chest by Bel Geddes for Simmons
Located in New York, NY
Sophisticated Art Deco, Machine Age bachelors chest designed by Norman Bel Geddes for Simmons Furniture. The dresser features a black case, pale...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Steel

RALPH LAUREN VINTAGE GEORGIAN STYLE SERPENTiNE FRONTED HARDWOOD CHEST OF DRAWERS
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London We are delighted to offer for sale this Lovely Vintage Ralph lauren Chest Of Drawers. A very well made and solid ...
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20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Hardwood

Italian Neoclassical Commode with Two Banded Drawers, 19th Century
Located in Savannah, GA
Italian Neoclassical commode, 19th c., two banded drawers with faux marquetry inlay, on tapering legs
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19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

French Louis Philippe style 4-drawer chest - commode in solid oak craft made
Located in Landivy, FR
This chest of drawers is a handmade reproduction of the French Louis Philippe Style in the mid 19th century in France caracterized by its curved moldings, hand-curved feet and rounde...
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2010s French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cherry, Wood, Oak

Italian, Veneto, Neoclassic Walnut Veneer Bowfront 4-Drawer Commode, ca. 1820
Located in Atlanta, GA
certainly inspired by the later English Georgian periods this bowfront chest is unique in that the bow actually straightens out near its widest p...
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1820s Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

George Nelson Walnut One-Door 5 Drawers Gentleman's High Chest Dresser Cabinet
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern walnut George Nelson for Herman Miller Storage five drawers cabinet dresser gentleman's high chest.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Late 19th Century Black Swedish Serpentine 4 Drawer Chest
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Late 19th Century chest of drawers painted in black. This classic Gustavian commode or dresser is a very versatile piece that works well in a foyer, living room or bedroom.
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Late 19th Century Scandinavian Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Japanese Tansu with White Sliding Doors
Located in Somis, CA
A most charming Tansu. The sliding doors are covered in white Japanese hand made rice paper in traditional shell pattern and fitted with oval bronze hardware. Behind the doors a larg...
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20th Century Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bamboo, Wood, Paper

1740’s King George III Flame Mahogany Rosewood and Tulipwood Chest of Drawers
Located in Louisville, KY
This is perhaps one of our favorite pieces and one of the most sophisticated and uniquely finished chests from the mid 18th century. An English - King George III, Hepplewhite flame m...
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1740s English George III Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany, Rosewood, Tulipwood

Original Midcentury Oak commode, Czechia, Jiroutek, Interier Praha, 1950s
Located in Brandys nad Labem, Středočeský kraj
Midcentury commode. Original condition, very well preserved Country of origin is Czechia (Czechoslovakia) from period 1950-1959. Material: Oak Designer: Jirí Jiroutek Maker: I...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Oak, Lacquer

Chinese Qing Apothecary Cabinet with 28 Drawers, Original Lacquer
Located in Kastrup, DK
Apothecary Cabinet (Medicine Chest) with 28 Drawers, Preserved in Original Lacquer This stunning apothecary chest features 28 drawers and retains its original lacquer. The body is fi...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Dutch Secretary Desk, Around 1800, Mahogany
Located in Belmont, MA
Dutch secretary desk, Netherlands, around 1800. This elegantly curved secretary desk has three spacious drawers in the lower part. The writing flap ...
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1790s Dutch Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Acerbis Storet Drawers Dresser in Black Ash with Dark Green Glossy Lacquered
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The collection is enriched with a version with four drawers and more contemporary finishes. In 1994 Nanda Vigo designed a ten-drawer cabinet for A...
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21st Century and Contemporary Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Ash

Five Drawer Hallway Chest in Rosewood by Henning Jorgensen
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark Designer: Henning Jorgensen Manufacturer: Fredericia Møbelfabrik Era: 1959 Materials: Rosewood Measurements: 23.5" wide x 11.5" deep x 29.75" tall
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Pair 19th Century Antique Italian Burlwood Bombe Commodes Ormolu Green Marble
Located in Portland, OR
A fine pair of late 19th century antique Italian bombe shaped Rococo ormolu & marble topped commodes, circa 1890. Each commode having a serpentine shaped Verde Antico (varigated gree...
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1890s Italian Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Ormolu

Half-Moon Console Louis XVI Style, Late 19th
Located in LES LILAS, FR
Louis XVI style furniture. Fluted legs, gilded brass galleries and marble top. Half-moon shape. Opening on three drawers (two keys) Mirror in...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

Custom 6-Drawer Reverse Painted Glass Dresser with Lucite Side Panels
Located in New York, NY
Custom 6-drawer reverse painted glass dresser with Lucite side panels. Custom orders are available for different sizes, colors and hardware. COM ...
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2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Lacquer, Glass, Lucite

English 1920s Painted Haberdashery Cabinet with Glass Drawers
Located in Staffordshire, GB
English 1920s painted haberdashery cabinet with glass drawers, circa 1920. 20 drawers with 16 of the drawers having glass fronts whilst the larger drawers at the base having solid f...
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Early 20th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

19th Century French Oak Château Sideboard with Marble Top
Located in TOURCOING, FR
This elegant 19th-century French sideboard originates from a château and showcases the craftsmanship typical of that period. Made of solid oak with rich patina, the lower part featur...
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1920s Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Small English Bow Front Serpentine Chest or Commode of Mahogany
Located in Austin, TX
A fine English small chest of drawers or commode of patinated flame mahogany, featuring a moulded serpentine top over a frieze of four d...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal, Brass

A 19th c French marquetry and gilt bronze mounted commode signed Henri Picard
Located in Dallas, TX
A 19th century French Louis XVI kingwood marquetry inlay and marble top commode . Fine gilt bronze mounts . The bronzes are stamped Henri Picard ( HP) .
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Custom Reclaimed Elm Wood Chest of Drawers Walnut Finish
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
Our dresser is custom made from reclaimed elm wood in a dark walnut finish, The eco-friendly dresser, is a great additional to any space. Experience the beauty of reclaimed wood whil...
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21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Elm, Reclaimed Wood

White Flight Case Shelf of 6 Drawers in White Lacquered Finish
Located in Paris, FR
White Flight Case Shelf of 6 Drawers with structure in solid wood in white lacquered finish. Details in gilt synthetic leather and in gold plated brass. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Gold Plate

Pair Of French Marquetry Bombe Commodes With Specimen Marble Tops
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of French commodes with conforming specimen marble tops and two drawers with large cartouche form bronze mounts with trailing leaves and vines and handles that are part of the v...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Metal

Fine Rare Pair 17th Century Oyster Walnut Chests on Stands
Located in Lymington, GB
A fine, and rare, very closely-matched pair of late-17th century oyster walnut chests on stands. English, Charles II period, ca 1685. Both with f...
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17th Century English Charles II Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Small Louvered Chest of Drawers
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Small chest of drawers, consisting of louvered walnut fronts and mahogany case. Five drawers total with the top being velvet lined to store various pieces if jewelry. Second drawer c...
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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Brutalist Dresser Credenza by Heritage Henredon
Located in New York, NY
Stylish dresser manufactured by Heritage Henredon in the Brutalist style. Oak case with brass handles, having two banks of drawers flanking a two-door ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

18th Century English Chinoiserie Chest on Stand
Located in Essex, MA
Fine English George I or Queen Anne Black Lacquered Chinoiserie Chest on Stand. Original Chinoise Design with figures, exotic birds, t...
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Early 18th Century English George I Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Mid-19th Century Tall Black Swedish Gustavian 4 Drawer Chest
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Mid-19th Century chest of drawers painted in black. This classic Gustavian commode or dresser is a very versatile piece that works well in a foyer, living room or bedroom.
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Mid-19th Century Scandinavian Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Elegant French 18th Century Commode Louis XV Period
Located in Rome, IT
With 'Lumachella' marble-top above two drawers decorated sans travers and ormolu mounts. Fine detailed floral inlay with various noble woods. Finely chiseled and gild original bronz...
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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Dentists Cabinet Circa 1920s
Located in Gloucester, GB
Dentists Cabinet Circa 1920s - Made from pine with white paint - Toughened glass top - Nickel handles - Original keys for the top and bottom cupboards - German ~ 1920s - 114cm wide ...
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1920s German Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Pair Venetian Style Painted with Travertine top Night stands by John Widdicomb
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous pair of travertine marble top Florentine style Italian nightstands made in the USA by John Widdicomb of Grand Rapids Michigan. The stands are in good condition and...
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1960s American Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Travertine

Distressed Vintage Georgian Style Yew Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this Stunning Distressed Georgian Style Yew Wood Small Chest of Drawers. Very lovely little chest can be used as a bedside table or anywhere ar...
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20th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

A Fine 17th Century Charles II Olive Oyster Chest, Circa 1690 England
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
This exquisite William and Mary period chest of drawers, crafted in the late 17th century, showcases outstanding artistry in both form and material. The chest is constructed from ric...
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17th Century British William and Mary Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Ash, Boxwood, Oak, Olive, Holly

Rare Pair of Geo II Chest on Chests
Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB
A one off pair of Geo II mahogany chest on chests of compact size, the flat tops with moulded edges and canted corners running full height of the chests, the fronts with sets of grad...
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1750s English Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany, Oak

French Louis XV Style Marble Top Bombe Commode / Chest with Bronze Ormolu
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a French Louis XV style commode with a lovely Sienna marble top. The ormolu appears to be a cast bronze. The red painted finish is not original and is intentionally distressed.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

18th Century George III Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Essex, MA
Beautiful Mahogany George III Chest on Chest. Carved Adam Frieze with exotic wood chamfered corners. Original backboards and dovetailed drawe...
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Mid-18th Century English George III Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

English mahogany bachelors chest with brushing slide late 18th century
Located in Charleston, SC
English mahogany bachelors chest on bracket foot with brushing slide c.1790
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Late 18th Century English Chippendale Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

John Stuart French Regency Louis XVI Carved Mahogany Highboy Dresser, circa 1940
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style highboy dresser or gentleman's chest By John Stuart USA, circa 1940s Carved mahogany, with original brass hardware. Measures: 38...
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1940s American Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Hand Painted Neoclassical Style Commode/Bombe Chest
Located in East Freetown, MA
Neoclassical style hand painted commode/bombe chest. Antique white with hand painted floral design and Italian charm.
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1970s Italian Neoclassical Revival Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Midcentury White Goatskin and Wood Italian Commodes and Chest of Drawers, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Beautiful dresser with a very original and very particular shapes. Stunning design for a one-of-a-kind dresser. The chest of drawers is composed of three large drawers, which can be...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Goatskin, Wood

French alp trunk from Haute savoie region
Located in grand Lancy, CH
French alp trunk from Haute savoie region
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1880s French Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

XL Pine Haberdashery Cabinet From France, Circa 1940
Located in Nashville, TN
XL Pine Haberdashery Cabinet From France, Circa 1940. Solid pine construction with fantastic original use and patina.
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1940s European Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

18th century Spanish Tortoise Shell Vargueno from McNair Family Collection
Located in Charleston, SC
Early 18th century Spanish vargueno from the McNair family collection. Very good quality and detail, this collectors cabinet is made of rosewood, tortoise shell, and bone and was pho...
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Early 18th Century Spanish Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Tortoise Shell, Rosewood

Mid-Century Modern Style Murano Glass and Brass Italian Sideboard by L.A. Studio
Located in Ibiza, Spain
This Italian sideboard, designed by L.A. Studio, features a solid wood structure dating back to the 1950s, adorned with colored glass panels. It includes brass profiles and handles, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

'Commode Médallier' After Antoine Gaudreaux
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
A Magnificent Gilt-Bronze Mounted Parquetry Commode, After Antoine Gaudreaux's 'Commode Médallier'. The serpentine Vert Maurin marble top above a conforming case set with two cupbo...
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Ormolu

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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