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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Period: Mid-20th Century
Period: 1930s
Vintage Kling Colonial Dresser with Mirror
Located in Weymouth, MA
Fine American Kling Colonial maple dresser with matching mirror in very good condition. Beautiful traditional chest of drawers, perfectly sized for any bedroom. With original brass f...
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1960s American American Colonial Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple, Mirror
Set of 2 Mid-Century Bedside Tables With Mirror Italian Design 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 2 Mid-Century bedside tables with mirror, Italian design 1960s
Decorated glass top, brass components.
Good conditions.
A glass top has cracks.
The height of the bedside table ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid 20th century Swedish birch chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Good quality swedish chest of drawers circa 1950.
3 drawers of equal proportion fitted with shaped steel handles and key plates. Rich golden colour.
Standing on bracket feet.
Idea...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Burl Wood Campaign Tall Chest With Brass Butterfly Details
Located in Locust Valley, NY
A vintage burl wood campaign style tall chest with brass butterfly design details. The chest of drawers has two doors at top that open to small drawers inside. Below the doors are ...
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Mid-20th Century Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Burl
Art Deco Impressive Walnut Chest Of Five Drawers, English, c1930
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
Brass
Rosewood Highboard, Danish Design, 1960s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Highboard / sideboard made in Denmark in the 1960s.
Veneered with rosewood.
Very good condition, no damage.
After renovation, all surfaces polished.
Excellent condition.
dimensions:...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Mahogany marine chest of drawers. 1950s.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Mahogany marine chest of drawers, opening with two drawers on the front. Handles and spandrels in gilded brass.
English work realized in the 1950s.
Dimensions: H 59 x W 52 x D 46 c...
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Mid-20th Century European Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Vintage Danish Teak Chest of Drawers by Poul Cadovius
By Poul Cadovius, Cado
Located in London, GB
A superb vintage Danish teak chest of drawers by Poul Cadovius. It was made in Denmark by Cado, it dates from the 1960’s.
The quality is outstanding, this is so well made and is a v...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
French Riviera Chest of Drawers in Woven Rattan by Vivai del Sud, Italy, 1970s
Located in Roma, IT
Stunning Mid-century French Riviera style chest of drawers fully made in woven rattan with brass knobs and a top crystal glass. This incredibly charming piece was made by Vivai del S...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
An Italian Geometric design 3 drawers commode with travertine top .
Located in London, GB
A fabulous geometric design three drawers commode made from dark chestnut wood with travertine top and reeded detailing to the front . This wonderful example of Italian craftsmanship...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Travertine
Mid 20th Century Vintage Boho Scalloped Chest and Drawers
Located in west palm beach, FL
Embrace eclectic charm with this Vintage Boho Scalloped Chest and Drawers, reflecting the free-spirited essence of American bohemian style. Its scallop...
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Mid-20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Set of 2 Mid-Century Spinelli & Anzani 1950s Bedside Tables
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 2 Mid-Century Spinelli & Anzani 1950s bedside tables
Intact and in good condition, glass top (one replaced).
Small signs of aging that do not affect the beauty of these Italia...
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1950s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Wood
Mahogany Federal Style Silver Chest by Henkle Harris
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Mahogany Federal Style Silver Chest by Henkle Harris. The medium colored mahogany with a burl center panel with lift up top to reveal several felt fitted drawers for silver flatware...
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Mid-20th Century American Federal Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Art Deco Stylish Burr Walnut Chest Of Four Drawers, English c1930's
Located in Devon, England
Very stylish Art Deco walnut chest of four drawers originating from England and dating to the 1930's. It has stunning walnut veneers with original Art Deco handles in twisted chrome....
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Teak Cupboard or Sideboard by Heals from Loughborough, 1950s
By Heal's
Located in South Shields, GB
A teak & mahogany compact sideboard or cupboard from Loughborough Furniture - retailed through Heals during the 1950s
With an ebonised trim
Featuring a drawer to the top and a cupboa...
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Art Deco Impressive Walnut Chest Of Six Drawers, English, c1930
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. Six graduated generously sized drawers which ...
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Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bakelite, Walnut
Swedish Marquetry Chest
Located in New York, NY
A 1930s Swedish Art Deco chest made of inlaid elm with rosewood and walnut veneer. having stylized geometric details, square legs, and three drawers.
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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fruitwood
Classic Edward Wormley for Dunbar Chest of Drawers/ Dresser
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Stunning walnut Dunbar chest designed by Edward Wormley. Four large scale drawers. Legs feature Japanese style- studio/ craftsman details. Leather wrapped handles (dark brown) show s...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Pair of Original 1960s Italian Nightstands with Salmon-Colored Glass Top Walnut
Located in Buggiano, IT
Pair of original 1960s Italian nightstands with salmon-colored glass top.
Walnut wood.
One is Right and one is left.
They will be delivered ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Gianfranco Frattini Commode 1926-2004 Model 522
Located in Buxton, GB
This stunning vintage chest of drawers is a true statement piece for any room. It has a beautiful Rosewood finish and smooth features, with cup handles that add a touch of mid-centu...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Dramatic Restored Nine-Drawer Chest by American of Martinsville, circa 1950
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful example from a rare series by American of Martinsville, circa 1950. Stout, expertly made mahogany case construction finished in cream lacquer. Fabulous wormhole detail on...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of White Lacquer Art Deco Chests with Nickeled Pulls by Charak Modern
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Art Deco/Hollywood pair of chest of drawers were handmade by the illustrious American producer, Charak Modern, circa 1942. It features the Fine level of craftsmanship an...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Enamel, Nickel
Pair of mahogany marine chests of drawers. 1950s.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of mahogany marine chests of drawers, opening with two drawers on the front. Handles and spandrels in gilded brass.
English work realized in the 1950s.
Dimensions: H 59 x W 61...
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1950s English Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Marble Top Chest of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form commode or dresser chest
By Ralph Widdicomb for John Widdicomb Co.
USA, Circa 1940s
Solid carved cherry wood, with beveled ...
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1940s American French Provincial Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Sculpturalist or Brutalist Chunky Angular Carved Walnut Chests, set of 3
Located in Skokie, IL
Sculpturalist or Brutalist Chunky Angular Carved Walnut Chests, set of 3
An unusual set of three Sculpturalist or Brutalist style angular carved walnut chests. The carved and textur...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Fine Quality French Bronze Mounted Marble Top Three Drawer Commode Dresser
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a beautiful commode in the Directoire style or Louis XVI style. The commode features kingwood and walnut in contrasting hues and beautiful bronze. The piece features a beauti...
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1930s French Directoire Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Antique Italian Louis XV Style Inlaid Marble Top Chest of Drawers Cabinet
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Classic Louis XV style beautifully inlaid Italian marble top cabinet, chest, commode or media cabinet having one large drawer over two faux drawers that open as doors; perfect for di...
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1940s Italian Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Art Deco Small Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
A small Art Deco chest of drawers.
Amboyna and ebonized fruitwood
with fluted leg details and patinated brass pulls.
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ebony, Amboyna
Pair Mid Century 5 Drawer Chests Fir Wood Cool Iron Wire Legs
By Paul McCobb
Located in Fraser, MI
Please feel free to reach out for accurate shipping to your location.
Pair Mid Century Modern Five Drawer Chests.
Fir Wood Construction on Iron Wire Legs.
Made by Aristo Bilt.
Minim...
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1950s Adirondack Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wrought Iron
Piccola cassettiera con maniglie in metallo
Located in Brescia, IT
La sua struttura compatta è sollevata da gambe squadrate, mentre le maniglie in ottone aggiungono un tocco di raffinatezza. Ogni cassetto, perfettamente allineato, offre una soluzion...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Danish Chest of 4 Drawers, Tallboy in Teak, Denmark, 1960
Located in The Hague, NL
Mid- Century modern period chest of 4 drawers or tallboy cabinet made in 1960's Denmark.
Made of teak wood veneer. Elegant handles and good working drawers.
High quality Danish furn...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Vintage Baroque Solid Walnut Dresser with Inlaid Designs, Italy
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1960s.
This is a majestic Baroque style dresser which is made in solid walnut.
It features bronze handles.
This dresser is a high-quality piece from Lombardy artisan...
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1960s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Mid-Century Modern Danish Chest of 4 Drawers, Tallboy in Teak, Denmark, 1960
Located in The Hague, NL
Mid- Century modern period chest of 4 drawers or tallboy cabinet made in 1960's Denmark.
Made of teak wood veneer. Elegant handles and good working drawers.
High quality Danish furn...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Antique French Louis XV Style Marble Top Chest
Located in London, GB
A beautiful antique French marble top chest. This was made in France and dates from around the 1950’s.
It is of great quality and is a lovely size, perfect for use as a bedside ches...
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1950s French Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
John Keal for Brown Saltman Highboy Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid-Century Modern mahogany highboy dresser with four drawers and maker's mark.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Nordic vintage mahogany chest of drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian cabinet with 4 drawers with golden metal handle.
Scandinavian craftsmanship is expressed in this 1960s chest of drawers, with its refined design and functional metal ha...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian blue and white chest of drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Retro cabinet with three drawers and gold metal handles.
With its vibrant shades of blue and white, this chest of drawers brings a breath of freshness and originality. Its compact s...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
James Mont Style, Art Deco, Cabinet, Black Lacquer, Parquetry, France, 1930s
By James Mont
Located in Stamford, CT
James Mont Style, Art Deco, Single Cabinet, Black Lacquer, Parquetry, France, 1930s
A distinctive cabinet or nightstand on bracket style ebony bases supporting an open box case made...
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1930s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer
Baker Furniture Georgian Flame Mahogany Serpentine Front Chest of Drawers, 1940s
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Georgian or Regency style flame mahogany dresser or chest of drawers
By Baker Furniture
USA, Circa 1940s
Beautiful book-matched flame mahogany, with embossed leathe...
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1940s American Georgian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
20th century art deco inlaid chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Swedish art deco chest of drawers, circa 1930.
Dark stained birch outer frame. 3 graduating mahogany drawer fronts inlaid with birch and ebonized swags, fitted with brush steel ring...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
A Swedish Black Lacquer Commode
Located in New York, NY
Fitted with three drawers on four tapered brass feet. Each drawer features a brass-outlined escutcheon and ring pulls. Bearing Nordiska Kompaniet label.
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
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
Materials
Cane, Mahogany
Nordic chest of drawers with wooden handles
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian cabinet with 4 drawers and brass ferrule.
This teak-framed one embodies the functionality and elegant design typical of the mid-century period. The 'wooden handle of th...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Marble Top Chests of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form commodes or dresser chests
By Ralph Widdicomb for John Widdicomb Co.
USA, Circa 1940s
Solid carved cherry wood, wit...
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1940s American French Provincial Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Italian Serpentine Three-Drawer Wooden Chest w/Scalloped Skirt, Mid 20th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian painted wood chest of drawers from the mid 20th century. This vintage bureau from Italy has a softly curved serpentine front, with case housing three full-sized drawers, a...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Cassettiera retrò con maniglie in metallo
Located in Brescia, IT
Mobile vintage con 5 cassetti dall’impugnatura dorata.
L'essenza del minimalismo scandinavo è catturata in questa cassettiera in teak, un gioiello degli anni '50 e '60 dalle linee sq...
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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Wood Marble Top Dresser Chest
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form commode or dresser chest
By Ralph Widdicomb for John Widdicomb Co.
USA, Circa 1940s
Solid carved cherry wood, with beveled ...
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1940s American Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Italian Inlaid Walnut Louis XVI Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
20th century Italian superb chest of drawers, circa 1960s. In perfect high quality Louis XVI style characterized by a refined floral decoration inlaid in walnut wood. The decoration ...
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1960s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
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
Materials
Oak
Louis XIV Style Commode with Rosewood Marquetry Décor and Red Griotte Marble
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XIV style commode from circa 1950 with rosewood marquetry décor, four drawers, red griotte marble top and gilt bronze hardware. Crafted in the timeless French Louis XI...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XIV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Griotte Marble, Ormolu
1950s Italian Modern Commode with Brass Details and Glass
Located in Rome, IT
This stunning Italian dresser from the 1950s is a true vintage masterpiece. It features a sleek and modern design, with a beautifully shaped back-painted glass top in retro-grey, bra...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mahogany chest of drawers with metal handles
Located in Brescia, IT
Cabinet with three drawers of vintage Scandinavian manufacture.
Perfect for adding a touch of mid-century style, this retro-flavored chest of drawers is perfect for use as a nightst...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Mid-Century Teak Chest of Drawers, 1960s
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This mid century chest of drawers in teak was manufactured in the denmark the 1960s. The chest of drawers has 2 drawers and a cabinet with 3 shelves. Completely restored, teak elemen...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Karges French Regency Louis XVI Burled Walnut Dresser or Chest of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style three-drawer server, dresser, or chest of drawers
By Karges
USA, Circa 1960s
Carved burled walnut, with original brass hardware.
Measure...
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1960s American Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Italian hand Painted 60s Commode With 4 Drawers with hand Drawn Floral Design
Located in Pasadena, CA
60s Italian Wooden Commode with hand drawn floral design. Amazing angles and size. Playful color pallet. The front has an outdoor scene provideding a relaxing view into the artist v...
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1960s Italian Adirondack Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
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
Materials
Brass
Edward Wormley Precedent Dresser for Drexel, stunning custom hardware / finish
By Edward Wormley, Drexel
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning chest of drawers from Drexel’s notable Precedent line, one of the few collections Edward Wormley produced outside of his work with Dunbar. The stately collection comprised o...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Country French Petite Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Petite Commode ~ Chest of Drawers is a charming piece perfect for a diminutive space, as a seating group accompaniment, or even a bedside companion! Sometimes ...
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Mid-20th Century French Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
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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