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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Period: Mid-20th Century
Period: 1950s
Quintessential Signed Maison Jansen Bronze Mounted Marble Top Commode Dresser
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a quintessential signed Maison Jansen bronze mounted marble top commode or dresser. The look, design and overal proportions make this easily the prettiest commode online toda...
Category
1950s French Directoire Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
20th C. Italian Parquetry and Marquetry Petite Bombay Chest Commode Side Table
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid 20th Century Italian Parquetry and Marquetry 2- drawer Petite Bombay chest Commode / side table in beautiful vintage condition. The surface of this beautiful, Italian bombe ches...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Kingwood, Mahogany, Olive, Satinwood
20th Century Mahogany, Palisander 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...
Category
1960s French Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Beech, Mahogany
Chest of Drawers by Martin Eisler & Carlo Hauner, Brazil, 1955
Located in Barcelona, ES
Chest of Drawers
Manufactured by Forma
Brazil, 1955
Solid and laminated caviuna with handles embedded
Measurements
125 x 45 x 78,5h cm
49,2 x 18 x 30,9h in
Category
1950s Brazilian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Jacaranda
Small Antique Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A smart and useful small antique burr walnut chest of drawers. It is in the Georgian style, this was made in England and dates from around the 1950’s.
It is of superb quality, this is full of many small drawers and this model is often known as a glove chest...
Category
1950s British Georgian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Chest of drawers by Austin Suite, 1960
Located in Buxton, GB
This beautiful chest was Designed by Frank Guille for the renowned British brand Austin Suite in the 1960s; this chest boasts a stunning teak finish with ...
Category
Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Mid-Century Modern Walnut High Chest
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Walnut High Chest. Featuring a straight line design, two drawers at the top with wooden pulls, three drawers at the bottom with original bras...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
British Vintage Art Deco Limed Oak Dressing Table from Maple and Co, 1930s
By Maple & Co.
Located in South Shields, GB
A beautiful quality, Art Deco freestanding limed oak dressing table from Maple & Co - circa 1930s
Featuring a large mirror and four drawers
The height to the top of the mirror is 1...
Category
1930s British Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Oak
Paul McCobb Planner Group Solid Birch Dresser or Chest of Drawers, 1950s
Located in South Bend, IN
A sleek and stylish Mid-Century Modern three-drawer dresser or chest of drawers
By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture, "Planner Group"
USA, 1950s
Solid birch, with original bras...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern Broyhill Saga Walnut High Chest
By Broyhill
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Broyhill Saga Walnut High Chest. Featuring a straight line design, two top drawers with the iconic Saga stars carved in, three larger bottom ...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
1930s Italian Bombé Chest of Drawers, Olive wood & Walnut Marquetry
Located in London, GB
This is a rare 1930s Italian Baroque style bombé chest of drawers with burl olive wood and burl walnut marquetry. The beautiful exaggerated curves and the elongated shape of the ches...
Category
1930s Italian Rococo Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Olive, Walnut
Chest of Drawers in Solid Hardwood, by Móveis Cimo, Brazilian Mid-Century Modern
By Moveis Cimo
Located in Sao Paulo, SP
This chest of drawers is a classic example of mid-20th century Brazilian furniture, manufactured by Móveis Cimo. This piece embodies the aesthetic of the period with its clean lines,...
Category
Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
"Tall boy" chest of drawers by Kai Kristiansen, Denmark, 1960's
Located in Brussels , BE
"Tall boy" Scandinavian teak chest of drawers by Kai Kristiansen. With a curved front, it opens with seven drawers, the first of which has a key. Very good condition.
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Italian Louis XV Style Inlaid Marquetry Olive Wood Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a beautifully made Italian inlaid or marquetry banded olive wood commode. The piece has that antique appearance the Italian craftsman do so well. The piece has no sgnificant ...
Category
1940s Italian Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Collection Ebonized 32", 38" or 48" Chests
By Drexel, Edward Wormley
Located in St. Louis, MO
Singles of Edward Wormley for Drexel chests from the Precedent Collection with brass tone hardware, circa 1947.
Size shown in photos is 32" W , also have 38"w and 48" W available
...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Vintage "Tivoli" Dresser by Stanley Furniture
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mesmerize your house guests or visitors with the magic of mid-century American wood grain. Generous walnut veneers and carved solid oak accents come together for a beautiful swirling...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
Birch chest of drawers produced in the 1960s
Located in Brescia, IT
This 1950s Scandinavian chest of drawers, made of birch wood, has a functional look with its metal handles that stand out against a smooth surface. With a classic rectangular silhoue...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
20th Century Inlaid Wood Louis XVI Style Italian Commode, 1960
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Elegant Italian chest of drawers from the mid-20th century. Louis XVI style furniture richly inlaid in walnut, rosewood, maple, palisander and fruitwood. High quality and beautifully...
Category
1960s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Rare Mahogany Three-Drawer Chest by Ole Wanscher for A. J. Iversen, c. 1940's
Located in Norwalk, CT
Enrich your living space with this exceptional Danish Mid-Century chest of drawers, designed by the esteemed Ole Wanscher and crafted by A. J. Iversen in the 1940's. This rare find e...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
1960s Danish Executive Cabinet: Mid-Century Design and Craftsmanship
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dive into the elegance of the 1960s with our Danish executive cabinet, a hallmark of design and craftsmanship from the era. This sideboard, expertly handcrafted from premium walnut w...
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian oak chest of drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian-made bedside table/drawer chest with drawers produced in 1969.
This particular design piece stands out for its original shape and warm oak color.
The two drawers featur...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Coppia di comodini P.C.
Located in Lugo, IT
Coppia di comodini di Pierre Cardin
Qualche ritocco e vernice non perfetta
Grazie
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Wooden Sideboard, 1960s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Wooden Sideboard, 1960s
Category
1960s Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Italian Modern Parchment Chest, Sideboard Or Commode
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Modern Parchment Chest, Sideboard Or Commode.
This stunning Italian Art Deco parchment chest consists of three small drawers above three larger drawers below in the manner of...
Category
1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Parchment Paper
Highly Decorated Bronze Mounted Inlaid Fancy Italian Bombe Form Commode Chest
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a very intricately inlaid bronze mounted commode. The form is bombe with gorgeous bronze mounts and incredible highly figured walnut and satinwood. The commode has lighter an...
Category
1940s Italian Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid 20th Century Permacraft Chippendale Block Front Mahogany Chest of Drawers
By Permacraft
Located in Germantown, MD
Mid 20th Century Permacraft Furniture Chippendale Block Front Genuine Mahogany Chest of Drawers with four flawlessly working dovetailed drawers.
Meas...
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Mid-20th Century American Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Fornasetti Design Two Drawer Chest with Marble Top
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Gustavian chest with Fornasetti Ancient Rome Design and Natural Marble Top. Original cast brass fittings to the drawers and legs.
Width: 66cm / 26.0"
Depth: 35cm / 13.8"
Height: ...
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1950s European Gustavian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
1960s Chest of Drawers in Maple Finish, Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- good originial condition with minor signs of use
Category
1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Mid 20th century Scandinavian birch chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century Scandinavian birch chest of drawers circa 1950.
Stylish chest of drawers of small proportions, rounded top edges in the art deco taste, 2 short drawers over 2 long....
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Gentlemen’s Chest
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Walnut Gentlemen’s Chest. Featuring a straight line chest on chest design, two doors at the top that open up to three hidden drawe...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Swedish Large Decorative Louis XV Style Chest of Drawers with Marble
Located in London, GB
This Large decorative bombé chest commode is in Louis the VX style with intricate walnut and kingwood marquetry. The chest is embellished with ornate ormolus mounts on the corners, t...
Category
1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Kingwood, Walnut
George Nakashima black american walnut chest of drawers 1955
Located in Paris, IDF
This dresser crafted from American black walnut is a stunning testament to George Nakashima's craftsmanship. Created upon the request of a private client in 1955, the angular shapes ...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Bedside Tables Nightstands Oak, Esko Pajamies for Asko Finland 1960s
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Mid-Century Modern pair of nightstands by Finnish designer Esko Pajamies for Asko Finland. Made circa 1960s to 1970s.
The nightstands are not identical but very similar.
They are p...
Category
1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Oak chest of drawers, Germany, circa 1930.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Oak chest of drawers, Germany, circa 1930.
Very good condition, after professional renovation.
dimensions: height 158 cm length 248 cm depth 74 cm
Category
1930s German Chippendale Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Giovanni Michelucci Serena Chest of Drawers for Poltronova, 1955
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Gorgeous and rare "Serena "chest of drawers mod. Serena in walnut wood, designed by Giovanni Michelucci for Poltronova, 1955, Italy.
Signed piece.
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Widdicomb, Chest of Drawers, Walnut, Brass, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A walnut and brass chest of drawers designed and produced by Widdicomb, Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA, 1950s.
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Cassettiera vintage in teak
Located in Brescia, IT
Cassettiera di manifattura nordica con tre cassetti.
Forme semplici e lineari per questa cassettiera dalle tonalità calde del legno teak.
Questo pezzo d'arredo vintage anni ‘60 pres...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Exquisite Danish Rosewood Hi-Boy Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful Rosewood dresser features a "Made in Denmark" stamp, and contains a versatile set of drawers for convenient storage. Wonderful Rosewood grain and tone make this a trul...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Antique Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A beautiful little antique burr walnut chest of drawers in the Georgian style. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1950’s.
The quality is superb, this is of lovely pr...
Category
1950s British Georgian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Michael Taylor for Baker Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautifully detailed four drawer dresser by Michael Taylor for Baker, New World collection. Stunning finish and spacious drawers add to the vintage modern appeal of this exquisite ba...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Mid Century Modern Brutalist Inspired Highboy Dresser. Circa 1960s.
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Mid Century Modern Brutalist Inspired Highboy Dresser. Circa 1960s.
Feature a monumental look with brutalist inspired designed doors, a beautiful walnut wood grain finish, an...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Italian mid-century modern wooden chest of drawers, 1960s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century modern wooden chest of drawers, 1960s
Rectangular chest of drawers entirely made of wood. On the front it has eight drawers, the handle is given by a shaped woode...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Low Midcentury Rosewood Chest of drawers by Brouer Møbelfabrik, 1960s
By Brouer Mobel
Located in Elshout, NL
Rosewood chest of drawers
A beautiful low chest of drawers by Brouer made of expressive rosewood. The color is a beautiful reddish darkbrown. The cool grips and patterning of the woo...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Midcentury chest of drawers by Børge Mogensen, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Eskilstuna, SE
Chest of drawers designed by Børge Mogensen and produced by Karl Andersson & Söner in Sweden during the 1960s.
Made in oak and teak. Frame and legs in oak with beautiful teak-drawe...
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak, Teak
Mid-Century Modern Chest of Drawers in Caviuna wood, Unknown, c. 1950
Located in New York, NY
This chest of drawers is made in Caviuna wood and features four pull-out drawers with wooden handles on each side. The wood on this piece has a beautiful color and pattern and has be...
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
Danish Rosewood Petite Chest of Drawers
Located in Oakland, CA
High-quality Danish chest of drawers attributed to Kofoed Larsen, crafted of Brazilian rosewood with four book-matched drawers featuring recessed handles, raised on solid rosewood le...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Mid century modern walnut chest of drawers with Portuguese light pink marble top
Located in Milano, IT
COD-CV165
Beautiful quality walnut chest of drawers with Portuguese light pink marble top, shaped on the front and sides with elegant brass tips.
Ita...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Antique Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A beautiful antique burr walnut chest of drawers in the Queen Anne style. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1930’s.
The quality is fantastic, this is a very useful ...
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1930s British Queen Anne Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Osvaldo Borsani chest of drawers, 1960
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This chest of drawers by Osvaldo Borsani, dating from the 1950s, embodies the elegance and innovation of Italian design at the time. Featuring a combination of fine materials, such a...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Pair of Florence Knoll Chests of Drawers
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Baltimore, MD
Remarkably iconic rare pair of walnut Mid-Century cabinets/ dressers by Florence Knoll, for Knoll inc., ca. 1960's. A beautiful example of Mid-Century craftsmanship. Expertly crafted...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Laminate, Walnut
Small Scandinavian teak chest of drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Small Scandinavian teak chest of drawers with 4 drawers.
This original 1960s chest of drawers offers two smaller and two larger drawers, all with rounded carved handles. The clean, ...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Mid century chest of drawers U-458 by Jiri Jiroutek, Czechoslovakia, 1960´s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Mid-century chest of drawers, model no. U-458, designed by Jiri Jiroutek. It was made in the 1960´s and produced by “Interier Praha”. This model associated with world-renowned EXPO 5...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Beech, Plywood
Vintage oak chest of drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian chest of drawers with four drawers.
Simple and functional, this piece features square, regular shapes in both frame and legs, contrasting with the protruding, rounded h...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Scandinavian 4-drawer chest of drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Original vintage Scandinavian chest of drawers.
A Nordic-style mahogany chest of drawers with gilded metal handles with elegant, subtle grooves inward.
With a simple, square frame...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Mid Century Tall Boy by Kai Kristiansen
Located in Brussels , BE
This piece of furniture, in perfect condition and of high quality of execution, has a curved front which opens with six drawers, the upper drawer has a lock and has its key.
Category
Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Danish Design Teak Chest of Drawers by Brouer Møbelfabrik, 1960s
By Brouer Mobel
Located in Elshout, NL
Small teak chest of drawers that can function well as sideboard designed by E. Brouer and manufactured by Brouer Møbelfabrik. An eye-catcher in every hallway, study or living! This s...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
American Designer, Chests of Drawers, Walnut, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of walnut chests of drawers designed and produced in the US, 1940s.
Category
1940s American Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
White 6-drawer chest of drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Original vintage Scandinavian white chest of drawers.
A bright and elegant addition to any space, this white-painted wooden dresser traces Nordic style with sophistication. Its clea...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
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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