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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
20th Century Wood French Design Chest of Drawers, 1960s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
French chest of drawers from 20th century. Furniture of particular shape and construction in mahogany, palisander and beech wood adorned with handles in chromed metal. Chest of drawe...
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1960s French Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Vintage Mahogany Highboy Chest of Drawers / Dresser by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-Century highboy dresser/chest of drawers, model #5273A, designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar (ca. 1950s, USA).
Composed of a rich walnut-stained mahogany chest (Dunbar factory f...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
STUNNING ANTiQUE VICTORIAN 1880 SATIN BIRCH HOLLAND & SON'S CHEST OF DRAWERS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this very fine, highly collectable Satin Birch two over three chest of drawers made by the legendary firm of Holland & Son's
Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide, it covers within the M25 only for the UK and local Europe only for international, if you would like an accurate quote please send me your postcode and I’ll provide you with the exact price.
These drawers are super decorative and look expensive and important in any setting, when the light catches them just right they glow! The timber is Satin Birch which is warm and golden, they are stamped on the top left drawer Holland & Son's and all the locks are signed with the Royal Warrant
Condition wise, they have been cleaned waxed and polished all over, there is some light timber losses to the back left, general patina marks all over and one of the middle drawers has some chisel indentations / cuts, otherwise they are in very fine order indeed
Dimensions
Height:- 98cm
Width:- 107cm
Depth:- 58cm
Please note all measurements are taken at the widest point, if you would like any additional or specific measurements please ask.
The English firm of Holland & Sons (1803–1942) became from 1843 one of the largest and most successful cabinet makers, and a rival to Gillows of Lancaster and London.
The company's labelled Day books are now housed in the Victoria and Albert Museum Archive of Art and Design where they present a virtual "who's who" of nineteenth century society.
The company was established in 1803 by Stephen Taprell and William Holland, a relation of the architect Henry Holland. Always on the leading edge of fashion, Holland & Sons employed some of England's foremost designers and participated in all of the International Exhibitions of 1851, 1855, 1862, 1867, 1872 and 1878. Holland and Sons also participated in many of the leading international exhibitions including London in 1862, Vienna in 1873 and Paris in 1867 and 1872.
After a brief period in which the company was known as Taprell, Holland & Son c.1835-43, William Holland gained sole command after the senior partner Taprell's retirement. From 1843 onwards they were known as Holland and Sons. The relationship between builder and cabinet maker is similar to another leading Victorian firm, Trollope and Sons. Their earliest known commission was to furnish the Athenaeum Club, London, 1824- 1838. They also worked alongside the prestigious firm of Thomas Dowbiggin at Osborne House, and eventually took over their premises and business at 23 Mount Street, London in 1851 and 1853 respectively.
In 1851, when the company was based in Mount Street and employed 351 people, they won a prize at the Great Exhibition for a bookcase. By then, after being granted a Royal Warrant of Appointment (United Kingdom) early in the reign of Queen Victoria, they had already taken a leading part in the decoration and furnishing of Osborne House, Sandringham House, Balmoral Castle, Windsor Castle and the apartments of the Prince and Princess of Wales at Marlborough House...
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1880s English High Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
4-Drawer Arcadia Chest by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The 4-drawer Arcadia chest features four drawers, cast brass hardware, and a sculptural solid American walnut or white oak base.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and han...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Custom English Mahogany Three Drawer Chest
Located in Woodbury, CT
Three drawer, Georgian style mahogany chest with chamfered sides, on bracket feet. Self banded top and drawer fronts with antiqued brass pulls and b...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair 20th Century Early American Style Pine Bachelors Chests of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair 20th Century Early American Style Pine Bachelors Chests of Drawers featuring five flawlessly operating drawers. 30" in width, 18" in depth and 30" in height.
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Late 20th Century American American Colonial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Directoire Mahogany and Brass Mounted Commode
Located in Essex, MA
With a rectangular St Ann gray and white marble top with rounded corners over a conforming case with three graduated brass mounted drawers with square brass bail handles , raised on ...
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1790s French Directoire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Modern Nilo Nightstand Bedside Table Onyx Stone Handmade Portugal Greenapple
By Greenapple, GF Modern
Located in Lisboa, PT
Nilo Nightstand, Contemporary Collection, handcrafted in Portugal - Europe by Greenapple.
Nilo Nightstand brings nature into your interior space throu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Stainless Steel
Italian 17th Century Walnut Dresser with Four Drawers and Canted Lateral Doors
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian walnut dresser from the 17th century with four drawers, canted sides with doors, molded accents and rustic character. Created in Italy during the 17th century, this walnut...
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17th Century Italian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
An American Slant Front Desk 19th Century Height 44 x width 37 x depth 21 inches
Located in Buchanan, MI
An American Mahogany Slant Front Desk With Satin Wood Banding, Slanted Front Meticulously Fitted With Compartments. Great Age And Pa...
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Danish Vintage Side Table by Niels Clausen
Located in London, GB
An absolutely stunning and very rare Danish vintage side table by Niels Clausen. It was made by his own company NC Mobler in Denmark, it dat...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
1930's American Modernist Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Stamford, CT
A handsome American Modernist tall chest of drawers. With beautiful flame walnut veneer and silver painted highlights, the epitome of modern design.
Retailed by Paine Furniture Company...
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Early 20th Century American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
G Plan - V.B. Wilkins Mid Century Dresser Chest London
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A nice sized four drawer wooden dresser chest with satin black cut out base giving the piece a floating affect . The top drawer has dividers and brass pulls to the front and brass fe...
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mahogany Chest of Drawers with inlay, England circa 1810
Located in Knutsford, GB
A large Regency Provincial Chest of Drawers.
Mahogany with inlay of boxwood, Harewood and ebonized wood.
Depicting shell cartouches and floral classical column festoons.
Two short dr...
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1810s European Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Fine Single Biedermeier Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
A fine single Biedermeier chest of drawers.
Walnut with patinated brass escutcheons.
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1830s German Adam Style Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Petite French Louis XV Walnut Satinwood Inlaid Commode Foyer Cabinet, Circa 1900
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
For customers that require professional insured delivery we are proud to have teamed up with a nationwide professional delivery company that will assist with coordinating your delive...
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Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Breccia Marble
Antique Personal Bedside Nightstand, English Jardiniere Stand, Victorian, C.1860
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is an antique personal bedside nightstand. An English, flame mahogany and marble overnight valet or jardiniere stand, dating to the Victorian period, circa 1860.
Striking col...
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Italian Art Deco Cherry Red Parchment and Black Lacquer Chest of Drawer, 1950s
Located in Meda, MB
This Art Deco chest of drawer was produced in Italy in the 1950s. The top, the laterals, and the base are black lacquered, while the drawers are in cherry red parchment.
The base is...
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1950s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer, Parchment Paper
Pair of Gustavian Style Chests of Drawers, Early 20th C.
Located in South Salem, NY
This captivating pair of Swedish Gustavian style commodes is early 20th Century. Evoking the elegant charm of the Gustavian era, these commodes embody the quintessential characterist...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Kittinger 5 Drawers Pull Out Tray Mahogany Federal Style Bachelor Chest Dresser
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Kittinger 5 drawers pull out tray mahogany federal style bachelor chest dresser.
Lockable drawer.
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20th Century American Federal Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
1960s M.Pozar Modular Set of Desk and Chest of Drawers, Czechoslovakia
By M. Požár
Located in Praha, CZ
- Chest of drawers and table could be assembled in different ways
- Good original condition with minor signs of wear.
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Glass
19th Century Hand Painted Venetian Rococo Style Petite Commodes Nightstands
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning and rare, hand painted petite nightstands you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set ...
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Mid-19th Century French Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
Walnut "Campaign Series" Bachelor's Chest by Henredon
By Henredon
Located in Dallas, TX
This handsome four-drawer bachelor chest is a classic! Part of Henredon's iconic "Officers Chest Collection". Made in Morganton, North Carolina, USA. Good d...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Fab Drexel Heritage Faux Bamboo Chinoiserie Commode
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Vintage Drexel Heritage chinoiserie style commode faux bamboo . Made from Drexels North Carolina oak with beautiful grain and perfect polish. Chinoiserie wood inlay. Great craftsmans...
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1960s American Chinoiserie Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Mid Century John Stuart Walnut 2 Doors 4 Drawers Gentleman's High Chest Dresser
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern John Stuart walnut 2 doors 4 drawers gentleman's high chest dresser MINT!.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Arne Vodder Two Drawer Entry Chest in Rosewood
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Arne Vodder
Manufacturer: Sibast
Era: 1960s
Materials: Rosewood
Dimensions: 29.5" wide x 13" deep x 20.25" tall.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Donald Deskey Art Deco Skyscraper Dressers in Highly Figured Avodire 1940s Pair
Located in Dallas, TX
Extraordinary pair of tall skyscraper chests of drawers crafted from highly figured ribbon Avodire wood. They were constructed by the Holland Furniture Company in the 1940s. Donald Deskey at this time was also designing for the Baker furniture company which had just relocated their factory to Holland Michigan as well as the Widdicomb Company which was located only 30 minutes away in Grand Rapids.
This pair is absolutely amazing with its clean lines and simplistic functionality. It bridges the gap between Art Deco design and Postwar Modernism...
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
SCOTTISH 93RD SUTHERLAND HIGHLANDERS REGIMENT OF FOOT MiLITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exceptionally rare, fully signed, 93rd Lancers (Regiment of Foot) military campaign chest of drawers ci...
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1880s English Campaign Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
English William and Mary Two Part Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bradenton, FL
English William and Mary Two Part Chest Of Drawers. Chest features two narrow drawers and two large storage drawers. The front panel of chest has decorative raised molding . All draw...
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17th Century English William and Mary Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Early 20C Irish Georgian Style Mahogany Low Boy.
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING A LOVELY Early 20C Irish Georgian Style Mahogany Low Boy.
VERY NICE Irish Mahogany Low Boy, chest of 3 drawers, on stand.
Additional drawer on stand, making 4 drawers in...
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Early 20th Century Irish George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century Dutch Marquetry Walnut Cabinet on Chest
Located in London, GB
This is a superb antique Dutch marquetry walnut cabinet on chest, circa 1780 in date.
It has been accomplished in walnut with exquisite hand-cut walnut, boxwood and fruitwood floral...
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1780s Dutch Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Early 19th Century French Brass Trimmed Louis XVI Commode
Located in Charlottesville, VA
This small commode would be perfect anywhere. We see it bedside, end of sofa, or between chairs.
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Early 19th Century French Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century Fine Biedermeier Walnut Chest. Vienna, c. 1825.
Located in Vienna, AT
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We would like to offer you this truly exquisite, early Biedermeier walnut commode. The piece was made in Vienna circa 1825.
Viennese Biedermeier is distinguished by their sop...
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Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
1960's Pair of Vintage Chests by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in London, GB
A magnificent pair of vintage chests, these were made in the USA by Dunbar furniture, they were designed by Edward Wormley.
Edward Wormley was one of the leading pioneers of mid-cen...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Rare Small 18th Century Burr Elm Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
An Exceptionally Rare 18th Century, George III Period, Burr Elm Chest, Of Extremely Unusual Small Proportions, Having Superbly Figured Rectangular Top Over Two Short And Three Long D...
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Mid-18th Century English Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Elm
Lola Chest of Drawers in Cream Shagreen by R&Y Augousti
Located in New York, NY
The Paris based label has distinguished themselves since their launch, with their iconic use of shagreen mixed with brass and other exotic materials. All furniture is handcrafted by skilled artisans, ultimately making each piece unique, designed in Paris and produced in the Philippines.
he Lola chest of drawers...
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21st Century and Contemporary Philippine Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Shagreen Stingray
Bond Burled Wood Six-Drawer Dresser
Located in New York, NY
Timelessly Chic. From our chic burled wood collection—warm mappa wood floats between acrylic legs with stainless steel accents. Six generous drawers showcase naturally occurring patt...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lucite, Wood, Burl
Antique Early 1900s Meiji Period Japanese Tansu Chest
Located in Centennial, CO
A stunning antique Meiji period early 1900s Japanese Tansu chest with original hardware and working keys. Lacquered dark stained pine comprises the outside casework while oxblood lac...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Japonisme Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
English Regency Mahogany and Marble-Top Pedestal Commode, Circa 1820
Located in Charleston, SC
English Regency mahogany and marble-top pedestal commode with a carved molded edge top, original wood knob, hinged door with interior shelf , and terminating on a circular carved mol...
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1820s English Regency Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Antique Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A charming antique walnut chest of drawers, made in England and dating from around the 1880-1900’s.
It is of very small proportions, perfect for use as a bedside chest or occasional...
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1880s British Late Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
English Antique George III Three Drawer Bedside Tables By W Priest 1790s London
By W. Priest
Located in Reading, Berkshire
A Fine and Rare Set of English Antique Late George III Three Drawer Mahogany Chest of Drawers Stamped "W. Priest, 1 & 2 Tudor Street, Blackfriars, London"
Drawers are complimented w...
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18th Century English Regency Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern Walnut 5 Drawers High Chest Dresser MINT!
By Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Walnut 5 Drawers High Chest Dresser MINT!.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Japanese Meiji 19th Century Kuruma Tansu Lacquered Chest with Safe on Wheels
Located in Yonkers, NY
A Japanese Meiji period merchant's Kuruma tansu chest from the 19th century, with four large drawers and a lateral door concealing additional drawers. Created in Japan during the 19t...
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19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
20th Century Painted French Louis XV Style Commode with Marble Top
Located in Old Town Orange, CA
20th century painted French Louis XV style commode with marble top
Original working locking key and tassel, drawers open and close with ease. Drawers a...
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20th Century Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
French Regency Louis XVI Gold Gilt Three-Drawer Dresser or Commode
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style chest of drawers or commode
20th century
Ornate carved gold giltwood, with original hardware.
Measures: 51.75" W x 19" D x 34" H.
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20th Century Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Giltwood
Mid-19th Century Empire Style Mahogany and Marble-Top Commode
Located in Houston, TX
The rectangular gray and white marble top above a conforming case
Having three recessed long drawers, flanked to either side by an ormolu-
Mounted pilaster, raised on turreted fee...
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Mid-19th Century French Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Louis XVI 19th Century Marble-Top Chest of Drawers or Commode, Mahogany
Located in Houston, TX
Finely made marble top French cabinet with white marble top.
Bronze doré accents and bead work, bronze mounts to the
Upper sides. The drawe...
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Early 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Fine Vintage Burr Yew Wood Military Campaign Chest of Drawers Lovely Patina
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning, vintage Burr Yew wood Military Campaign chest of drawers
A well made good looking and decorative piece, ...
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20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Louis XV Style French Cabinets/Commodes of Bombe Form, Marble Top
Located in Houston, TX
Exquisite pair of French commodes with bronze dore mounts and marquetry inlay.
Bombe form with graceful curved leg ending in sabots. The cabinets are made of
Kingwood and have sati...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Kingwood
USM Haller Storage S2 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L.
With two drop down doors and two drawers. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome plated stee...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome, Steel
Syrian Mother of Pearl Inlaid Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Syrian mother of pearl inlaid wooden chest of drawers. With five drawers. The wood is profusely decorated throughout with mother of pearl and shell in intricate floral and geometric ...
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20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Antique American Burl Walnut Lock Side Eastlake Highboy Chest of Drawers 1870
Located in Portland, OR
A fine quality antique American Aesthetic Movement walnut Eastlake lock side chest of drawers, circa 1870.
The chest having a carved & spindled gallery surmounted with a pair of fini...
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1870s American Eastlake Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut, Burl
Edwardian Bureau Secretary 4 Drawers Chest with Original Mirror, circa 1920s
Located in Germantown, MD
C. 1920s American Oak 4 drawers bureau secretary Chest of drawers with original mirror. Mirror shows some spots of aging marks in glass.
Very nice carvings in front drawer doors an...
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple, Oak
Chic Restored Cream Lacquer Raffia Commode by Baker Furniture, circa 1975
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent commode is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready.
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century Style E. J. Victor Red Chinoiserie & Black Marble Commode, 1990s
By E. J. Victor
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
19th century Style red chinoiserie & black marble commode - The Newport Historic Mansion Collection. It features beautifully hand painted chinoise...
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20th Century Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Antique English Chest of 7 Drawers Georgian Brass Lion Pulls Carved Oak 18th C
Located in Tyler, TX
Exquisite antique english oak 18th century Georgian era chest of drawers~~brass lion pulls with upper shelf and gallery~~pre-1800
A must have~~gorg...
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Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Set of 2 Mid-Century Scandinavian Minimalist Bedside Tables of Johannes Andersen
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 2 Mid-Century Scandinavian Minimalist Wood and Brass Nightstands with Drawers. Attributed to Johannes Andersen 1960s.
Intact and in good condition, small signs of aging.
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1960s Scandinavian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Bespoke Italian Art Design Brass Metallic Emerald Blue Glass Dresser Sideboard
Located in New York, NY
Let's bring inside some shimmering elegance! What is special about this piece, it's not only the functionality with 3 drawers and 3 doors (options for sizes) but the artistic impact with metallic hues (very difficult to photograph as they change from blue to aqua green) and the exceptional cast hardware, the choice of colors is yours! as this is a piece entirely customizable.
This particular wardrobe / chest with Art...
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2010s Italian Organic Modern 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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