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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Style: Art Deco
Style: Neoclassical
Pair Of 19th Century Italian Walnut Chests
Located in Westport, CT
A very lovely pair of late 19th century taller chests comprised of five drawers with chamfered front edges finishing to straight tapered legs. Made of solid walnut in very warm hon...
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Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of French Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
An 18th century Neo Classically inspired three drawer commode with figured walnut panels to the top front and sides, with crossbanding and inlays.
The three long soft closing drawe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair Of Italian 18th Century Neo-Classical St. Rosewood, Ormolu & Brass Commodes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An elegant and very detailed pair of Italian 18th century Neo-Classical st. Rosewood, Ormolu and Brass commodes from Tuscany. Each three drawer commode is raised by handsome block su...
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18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Ormolu
Swedish art deco inlaid birch chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish Art Deco inlaid birch chest of drawers circa 1930.
Beautifully made Swedish chest of drawers made in birch and elm and coloured to look like walnut.
Simple but elegant top ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Birch, Satinwood
Elegant Neoclassical Black Lacquer Chest of Drawers, France, 1940
Located in Brussels, BE
Black lacquered neoclassical chest of drawers with brass pull rings handles and four bronze stars on the front.
Four drawers, the top one with his original brass key and lock.
Fren...
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1940s French Neoclassical Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Art Deco Figured Walnut Chest of Five Drawers, English, C1930's
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this very stylish and beautifully figured Walnut original Art Deco chest of drawers which dates to the 1930's. Five generously sized drawers which are venee...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome
Art Deco style walnut chest of drawers, Poland, 1950s.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco style walnut chest of drawers from the 1950s. The piece of furniture has been renovated in our workshop and is in very good condition. Walnut wood with a semi-matt finish. Lockable chest of...
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1950s Polish Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
STUNNING CONTEMPORARY EXTRA DEEP OKA FURNiTURE MIRRORED GLASS CHEST OF DRAWERS
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely Oka extra deep mirrored chest of drawers with bevelled edges
Please note the delivery fee list...
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20th Century English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass
Pair of Emerald Art Deco Style Burl Wood Dressers
Located in Westwood, NJ
striking design with blended elements from the Art Deco and Mid-Century modern styles. With a striking Emerald Green finish to the burl wood veneers, clean lines, bold contrasts, and minimalist elements make this a statement piece that seamlessly blends with contemporary interiors.
The four-drawer chest has two top split drawers over two long lower drawers. With a polished Emerald green burl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
American William & Mary Style Chest on Stand
Located in New York, NY
American William & Mary style chest on stand, largely late 19th century, the upper section with three drawers, above a base with a central drawer above a kneehole flanked by two sho...
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Late 19th Century American Classical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Burl Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
The four-drawer chest is wrapped in a gorgeous Birch burl veneer. An exotic figured wood with a high polish to highlight the movement and unusual details. The rectangular top and dra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
ART DECO BURR WALNUT CABiNETS TALL BOY CHEST OF DRAWERS PLENTY STORAGE J1
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Art Deco Style Burr Walnut Tallboy.
The Art Deco burr walnut veneer on hardwood cabinet tallboy chest of drawers is a magnificent piece that...
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20th Century British Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Neo Classic Black Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
The four-drawer chest is beautifully lacquered and ebonized with a high sheen. The rectangular top and drawer fronts are framed with solid brass trim and the drawers have traditional...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Cherry Commode, Late 18th Century
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Small feather cherry wood chest of drawers, late 18th century. Repurposed for dedicated use, bathroom cabinet, bedroom cabinet or other use.
Pac...
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Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
Pair of German Neo-Classical Hand Painted Bed Side Chests
Located in Dallas, TX
Nice pair of German Neo-Classical hand painted blue and white bedside tables. These are very unique and have a great patina!
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21st Century and Contemporary German Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Large Pair of 19th Century Chests of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
A pair of fine 19th Century commodes in walnut.
Fine carved columnar details resulting in an elegant tapered look.
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19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of bedside tables, possible Atelier Borsani
Located in Lugo, IT
Pair of bedside tables.
Attributed to Gaetano Borsani.
Three coats of Antitarlo and holes left open.
Shellac painting in an unprofessional manner.
Signs of use and impact and misses
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Italian Neo-Classical Walnut Commodes with Diamond Pattern
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome Neo-classical style commode with a diamond pattern. Gorgeous finish and the pattern makes these extra special. Superb!! Note: Price list is for one. There are 2 available.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco Style Burl Wood Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
A striking design with blended elements from the Art Deco and Mid-Century modern styles. Clean lines, bold contrasts, and minimalist elements make this a statement piece that seamles...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
1950s Italian Art Deco Midcentury Wood and White Marble Tallboy Chest of Drawers
Located in Carimate, Como
Important and elegantly shaped Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern dresser tallboy or chest of drawers, greatly designed front drawers, in beautiful veneer burl wood with shaped and beveled white marble top. This typical dresser has seven drawers, one for each day of the week, and is called Semanier or Settimanale as it was originally meant to hold a week's supply of clothing.
The cabinet is standing on four beautiful legs with brass details such as the drawer handles. The piece is in good conditions, both structurally as well as all the marble corners and the wood finish. As shown in the pictures, we have the two matching night stands...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Carrara Marble, Brass
Art Deco Walnut Tallboy Chest / Cabinet
Located in London, GB
A stylish and very well made Art Deco walnut tallboy chest / cabinet. This was made in England, it dates from the 1920-30’s.
The quality is fantastic, this a great size and has a ve...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Antique Neo-Classical Style Painted Black and White Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Lovely painted antique Neo-classical style commode with 2 drawers. Very nice decorative design. So pretty!! Note: The patina is recent.
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19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Rare Art Deco Chest of Drawers / Filing Cabinet with Stunning Coromandel Handles
Located in Lisse, NL
Beautifully designed AND executed, Dutch Art Deco chest with stunning drawers and handles.
Having been antique furniture sellers for the fir...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
A Pair of Fine French Art Deco Rosewood Cabinets/Commodes by Jean Pascaud
By Jean Pascaud
Located in Long Island City, NY
Jean Pascaud (1914-1996) - A rare pair of rosewood cabinets each fitted with a chest of 4 drawers, with two sycamore and marquetry doors. The base is a...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Antique Style Hand Painted Commode
Located in Westwood, NJ
With a chipped blue finish infusing a touch of vintage character. The painted drawer fronts on crackled canvas are a true testament to craftsmanship and creativity. Each drawer front...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
19th Century French Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Artfully carved flower wreath carvings with ribbons, which adorn the front of this three-drawer chest crafted in 19th-century France, are exquisitely highlighted against the high-qua...
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
French Fruit Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful French Neoclassical chest of drawers with spectacular dovetailed engravings has seen lifetimes pass it by. Made in ...
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Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
20th Century Italian Walnut Bedside Tables
Located in Westport, CT
A charming pair of narrow chests comprised of 2 drawers finishing on high tapered and squared legs and embellished with inlaid shield shaped es...
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1950s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Fancher Furniture Walnut and Oak Chest of Drawers and Side Cabinet
Located in Germantown, MD
Pair of Fancher Walnut and Oak Bachelor Chest of Drawers and Side Cabinet with adjustable shelf. Measure 34.25" in width, 29.5" in height and 18" in depth. Very good vintage conditi...
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20th Century American American Classical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century Italian Neoclassical Paint Decorated Commode
Located in Essex, MA
18th Century Italian Paint Decorated Commode Faux stone painted rectangular top. Two front drawers and sides are painted and decorated with classical figures, foliate scrolls, fruit...
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18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
An Art Deco Karelian Birch Chest of Drawers
Located in Forest Row, East Sussex
An Art Deco Chest of Drawers. Karelian birch veneer with original shell formed metal handles.
Dimensions: 80cm W 80cm D 42.5cm
Origin: French
Date: Circa 1925
Item Number: 27102312
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Theodore Alexander Verre Eglomisé Chest of Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
Theodore Alexander Palazzo chest. A Venetian silvered and gilt verre églomisé paneled chest features two deep drawers with brass drop handles. Tapered square legs and the lustrous go...
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1980s American Neoclassical Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mirror, Wood
Chest of drawers in White Rock Crystal and Brass by Ginger Brown
By Ginger Brown
Located in Bourguebus, FR
This dresser has six drawers and it is made of white rock crystal marquetry with brass trims.
The base is in brushed brass.
The interior is in light oak veneer.
The dimensions of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rock Crystal, Stone, Brass
French Neoclassical Provincial Chest of Drawers Commode circa 1800
Located in Shippensburg, PA
DIRECTOIRE PERIOD PROVINCIAL FRUITWOOD COMMODE
France, circa 1800 with Cararra marble top
Item # 307JYR13Q
A beautifully worn and patinated commode from the first years of the 19t...
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass, Iron
1930s Art Deco Commode in Burl Walnut by Osvaldo Borsani Per Atelier Di Varedo
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Majestic and elegant chest of drawers by Osvaldo Borsani produced in the Varedo Atelier of his father Gaetano Borsani , original in every part, with bakelite handles, 1930s Art Deco chest of drawers, commode , in burl walnut with mirror, polished to wax. Excellent condition.
Measures cm: D 53, W 120, H 100.
mirror cm: W 90 H 75.
About Osvaldo Borsani
Osvaldo Borsani (born 1911, Varedo, Italy–died 1985, Milano, Italy) was an Italian designer and architect, born into a family of furniture makers with along and well established artisanal tradition. His father, Gaetano Borsani, owned his own furniture shop, the Atelier di Varedo, where the 16-year-old Osvaldo received his first training. At that time, the designer of the atelier was the architect Gino Maggioni, who brought with him influences of the early 20th century Jugendstil movement from Vienna and who instilled in the young Borsani an appreciation for the arts and crafts and furniture making. Osvaldo Borsani first studied fine arts at Accademia di Belle Arti di Brera in Milan, graduating in 1931, and then pursued studies in architecture at Politecnico di Milano, where he graduated in 1936.
In 1933, two years before graduating as an architect, Borsani designed the Casa Minima project for the V Triennale di Milano (Milan Triennial), along with architects Cairoli and Varisco. This project earned him a silver medal for its Rationalist code and geometries, and he received positive reviews from the critic Edoardo Persico of Casabella magazine.
Villa Borsani And Other Prominent Architectural Work
In 1937, Osvaldo Borsani designed Villa Presenti in Forte dei Marmi, a sea town in Tuscany where the Italian aristocracy and industrial elite would build their houses, a project that displayed the same rationalistic rigor displayed in Casa Minima, but softened by the use of mediterranean finishes and materials.
Villa Borsani designed by Osvaldo Borsani. Varedo, Italy
Villa Borsani. Varedo, Italy
In 1943, Osvaldo designed and built his own house, the Villa Borsani, in Varedo, which, despite being conceptualized under strict Rationalist principles, incorporated objects and art of younger artists that communicate a freer approach to the human expression. The Villa Borsani project involved artists such as Adriano Spilimbergo, Fausto Melotti, Lucio Fontana (who made the ceramic fireplace and the ceramic Madonna), and Agenore Fabbri (who made the bronze statue in the staircase). To this day, Villa Borsani has been preserved with most of its original furniture and it remains with Osvaldo Borsani’s family along with the extensive archives of his work.
Osvaldo Borsani As a Successful Product and Furniture Designer
After Villa Borsani, Osvaldo continued to develop many projects for the Milanese bourgeoisie, frequently with many of the same artists whom he employed for his villa. A particularly strong relationship was the one that Osvaldo developed with artist Lucio Fontana, a close friend since the time of the Accademia de Belle Arti di Brera, and whom Borsani assigned to make a large metal balcony for the Tecno company in 1956.
Osvaldo Borsani’s design work, just as his larger architectural projects, which he also considered design work, very often incorporated elements created by other artists and designers such as: Roberto Crippa, Arnaldo and Giò Pomodoro, Agenore Fabbri, Fausto Melotti, Andrea Cascella...
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1920s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mirror, Walnut, Burl
French Neoclassical Walnut Commode, France, circa 1790
Located in New York, NY
A very fine and handsome French late Neoclassical /early Directoire walnut three drawer commode with elegant brass lion head ring drawer pulls, the whole supported on plinth block fe...
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1790s French Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Art Deco White Cabinet by Charles Van Beerleire, Belgium, 1930s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Art Deco; Belgian design; cabinet; Charles van Beerleire; 1930s;
Exquisite Art Deco cabinet in ivory and black lacquer with silvered bronze handles,
Belgium, circa the 1930s. Execu...
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1930s Belgian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Bronze
1940s Italian Art Deco MidCentury Modern Walnut Burl Brass Sideboard Credenza
Located in Carimate, Como
Very elegant Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern chest of drawers sideboard credenza, in beautiful veneer walnut briar burl wood, four central drawers and two side doors with shelves...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Brass
Art Deco Walnut Chest of Drawers by Heal’s
Located in London, GB
A fantastic Art Deco walnut chest of drawers by Heal’s. This was made in England, it dates from the 1920-30’s.
The quality is outstan...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Walnut
Large Pair of Late 19th Century Chests of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Fine Pair of Late 19th Century chests.
Walnut and walnut burl.
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Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Art Deco Spruce Wood Small Commode, 1940s
Located in Lisbon, PT
An elegant light color spruce wood support piece with a bookcase on the left side and door on the right side. Small piece within hardware.
Order, color, geometry, words that define ...
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20th Century Portuguese Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Tin
Painted Italian Neo Classic Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
Linen color painted and textured, this bedside chest boasts beautiful gray painted geometric designs on the drawers and side panels that add a touch of timeless elegance.
With worki...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Fine Pair of Inlaid Marble Top Commodes
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Fine pair of veneered and inlaid commodes in various woods with original marble tops. The fronts are centered by a neoclassical vase with floral bouquets, bordered with leaves.
Attributed to furniture designer Giuseppe Maggiolini (Parabiago, 1738-1814).
Provenance:
Santa Margherita Ligure...
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1790s Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Marble, Bronze
Early 20th Century Painted Italian Neoclassical Style Three Drawer Commode
Located in Houston, TX
This Early 20th Century Painted Italian Neoclassical Style Three-Drawer Commode is a true testament to the enduring beauty of Neoclassical design. Crafted with meticulous attention t...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood, Paint
Art Deco Bauhaus File Cabinet / Drawer Cabinet, 1930
Located in Lüdinghausen, DE
File cabinet restored Bauhaus Art Deco around 1930 drawer cabinet
Features:
Model with three flaps with drawers behind
Original handles and label holder
Beautiful patina
Extra...
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20th Century Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Oak
French Art Deco Demilune Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
French art deco demilune commode, possibly macassar ebony, inset marble top, over tree drawers, rising on melon ribbed legs. 20th Century.
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20th Century French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Marble
French Art Deco Dressing Table Vanity Unit with Drawers Marble & Mirror, c. 1930
Located in Labrit, Landes
Vanity dressing table with central tilt mirror, two little drawers on the table and three large drawers, made in the Art Déco period
French
Poplar wood tinted, marble and mirror.
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Marble
Art Deco Spruce Wood Small Commode, 1940s
Located in Lisbon, PT
An elegant spruce wood light color support piece with four bookcases and a large door.
Small piece with tin hardware.
Order, color, geometry, words that define the Art Deco world.
I...
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20th Century Portuguese Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Metal
Art Deco Orange Marble Commode 20th Century
Located in Lisbon, PT
Extraordinary lacquered style commode with four long drawers with golden pendant hardware.
An elegant piece with a unique orange Numidian Sanguine marble top, quarried from Algiers....
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20th Century Portuguese Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Metal
Pair Italian Neoclassical Style Commodes Venetian Hand-Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
A fine pair of Neoclassical Style Commodes or Venetian Hand Painted Chest of Drawers featuring fine scroll work in hues of yellow ochres, o...
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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood
Two 30" wide drawers to be attached Chest of Drawers in Floral Design Credenza
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Floral Art Deco Chest of Drawers - Inspired by the Floral Motifs of Rajasthan Palaces
Stephanie Odegard presents the Floral Art Deco Chest of Drawers, a masterpiece A...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Pair of Russian Neoclassical Style Inverted Front Commodes Chests
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Russian neoclassical style inverted front commodes or chests. These have to be seen to be believed. One of a kind pair of deep inverted curved front commodes in the Russian n...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
A Vintage Donald Deskey Armchair And Ottoman for Valentine Seaver Ca' 1930's
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
An unusual and rare armchair and ottoman designed by Donald Deskey for Valentine-Seaver Co, circa 1930s. Completely restored and reupholstered in mohair. The chair measures 22.5"w, 3...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Mohair, Mahogany
Pair Neoclassical Miniature Commodes Chest of Drawers Mid 20th Century
Located in Rochester, NY
Pair of neoclassical miniature commodes. Highly figured fruit wood with brass fittings. Italian. Mid 20th century. They could also be used as end tables.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Art Deco Commode Chest of Drawers in Amboyna with Marble Top and Glass Handles
Located in Ulm, DE
Chest of drawers with four drawers
Amboina root wood, high gloss lacquer finish
Marble top
Glass handles held by metal fittings
Original Art Deco, France 1930s
Dimensions:
Width: ...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Marble
Art Deco Chest of Drawers, Sweden circa 1930
Located in Greding, DE
Small Art Deco chest of drawers with brass knobs and three drawers. The top drawer is decorated with inlays.
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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
2 Maitland Smith Neoclassical Demilune Chiffonier Cabinet Commode Console Tables
Located in Dayton, OH
Pair of two Maitland Smith Poise Chiffonier sideboard cabinets, console tables or commodes featuring demilune / half round form with upper drawer, lower cabinet and textured hand pai...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Hardwood
Small commode
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Very decorative small marquetry commode, Italy, circa 1850.
Inlaid with different woods such as mahogany and ebony. Bone has also been used.
The lovely masterpiece is in a very good ...
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1850s Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Bone, Ebony, Mahogany
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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