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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Returnable Items Only
Pair John Widdicomb Co. George III Style Block Front Mahogany Chests
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair of John Widdicomb Co. George III Style Block Front Mahogany Bedside Chests / Nightstands. Measure 21" in width, 15" in dwpth and stand 27.5" tall.
Category
Mid-20th Century American George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage Campaign Chest
Located in Nashville, TN
This vintage campaign chest would make a perfect addition to a bedroom, office, or even living room! The classic campaign style brass handles give this piece a unique look different ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
Burgundy dresser by Jean Claude Mahey
Located in PARIS, FR
Chest of drawers by French designer Jean-Claude Mahey (1994-) dating from the 1970s. Chest in burgundy red lacquered wood and gilt brass, opening with two sets of five drawers. Very...
Category
Mid-20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Circa 1880 Irish Brass-Bound Mahogany Military Campaign Chest by Ross & Co
Located in Shippensburg, PA
IRISH BRASS-BOUND MAHOGANY CAMPAIGN CHEST
Dublin, circa mid-19th century top left drawer with original maker's stamp for Ross & Co of Dublin
Item # 404BHP26Z
A very nice military c...
Category
19th Century Irish Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Provincial Style Mahogany 3-Drawer Chest
By John Hall
Located in Chicago, IL
French Provincial style mahogany 3-drawer chest in a very nice silhouette. Made by John Hall Designs, Los Angeles, 1995. Please note scratch on side.
Drawers: 22" W x 16" D x 6" H
Category
1990s American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Fine Late 19th Century Decorative Chinoiserie French Marble Topped Bombe Commode
Located in Benington, Herts
A Fine and Decorative Late 19th Century French Bombe Commode with Painted or "Japanned" Decoration and Ormolu Mounts
French circa 1890-1900
This fine commode, is of Louis XV style,...
Category
1890s French Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
19th Century French Wood Black Patinated Chest Of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Discover the allure of history with this elegant 19th-century French wood chest of drawers, adorned with a rich black patina that speaks to its storied past. This captivating piece f...
Category
19th Century French Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Paul McCobb, Chest of Drawers, Mahogany, Brass, USA, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and mahogany chest of drawers designed by Paul McCobb and produced by Calvin Furniture, USA, c. 1960s.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Rococo Oak Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark circa 1770-1800
Located in Round Top, TX
Large antique oak rococo chest of four drawers with handsome brass hardware pulls all resting on cabriolet feet.
This commode has been given an exceptional new professional blue/gree...
Category
Late 18th Century Danish Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Massive Haberdashers Drawers, England circa 1900
Located in Culver City, CA
England circa 1900
With weathered surface, 8 drawers, brass handles, painted surface and finished back.
97”L x 29.25”d x 38.5”h
Category
Early 1900s English Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
20th Century Chippendale Mahogany Four-Drawer Small Chest of Drawers
By Hitchcock
Located in Germantown, MD
A 20th Century Chippendale Mahogany Four-Drawer Small Chest of Drawers with side handles. Measures 25" in width, 16" in depth and stands 30.5" tall. Drawers are 19" in width x 12" in...
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Mid-17th Century American Chippendale Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Chest of drawers eight drawers Anni 50
Located in Milano, IT
Chest of drawers made of natural poplar and walnut veneer. Restaurata.
Category
1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Poplar, Walnut
Swedish Rococo Marquetry Bombay Commode, circa 1750-70
Located in Round Top, TX
Swedish rococo period commode with detailed marquetry throughout.
It is the Bombay curves and saber feet turning gently outwards that draws one to this elegant commode with intricat...
Category
Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Dresser 50s
Located in Milano, IT
South American-made wooden dresser from the 1950s, with six drawers embellished with brass ferrules as well as on the legs. Restaurato.
Category
1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pine Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark circa 1900
Located in Round Top, TX
Antique pine chest of four drawers resting on bun feet.
Traditional half column detail, simple carved top drawer, dove-tail joints and brass pulls.
Note the natural wax finish that b...
Category
Early 20th Century Danish Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Antique Military Campaign Style Bedside Chests
Located in London, GB
A smart and very well made pair of antique military campaign style bedside chests. They were made in England, and date from around the 1930’s.
The quality is outstanding, they are b...
Category
1930s British Campaign Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Empire Commode Chest of drawers wood and ormolu
By Decorating House France
Located in Valladolid, ES
Extraordinary chest of drawers in the Empire style, in the time of Napoleon I Bonaparte. Made of wood, the fronts are veneered with mahogany palm, one of the most exclusive, attract...
Category
Early 1800s French Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ormolu
Beacon Hill Georgian Style Mahogany Commode Bachelor Chest of Drawers Server
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beacon Hill Georgian Style Mahogany Commode Bachelor Chest of Drawers Server. Item features 6 drawers, pull out surface, working locks and key, solid brass hardware, original label....
Category
Early 20th Century Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Swedish Painted Commodes
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Lovely pair of early 19th C Swedish painted commodes with faux marble tops. 1820.
Reference: 8386
Dimensions
32.5 inches (83 cms) Wide
18.5 inches (47 cms) Deep
32.5 inches (83 cms...
Category
19th Century Swedish Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Italian 18th Century Walnut and Mahogany Three-Drawer, Serpentine Front Chest
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian walnut and mahogany three-drawer chest from the 18th century with serpentine front, aged bronze hardware and bracket feet. Immerse yourself in the allure of the 18th centu...
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Antique Military Campaign Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A fantastic antique military campaign chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1920-30’s.
It is...
Category
1930s British Campaign Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century Art Deco Chest Mahogany and Walnut Chest of Drawers w. Mirror
Located in Germantown, MD
An Early 20th Century Art Deco Chest Mahogany and Walnut 4 drawer Chest of Drawers with Mirror on original wooden wheels under William and Mary style legs. Use with or without mounte...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mirror, Mahogany, Walnut
Art Deco Figured Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A stunning Art Deco figured walnut chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from the 1920-30’s.
The quality is superb, this is extremely well made and is a great size, w...
Category
1920s British Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Comò Art Dèco Veneziano 1939
Located in Mariano Del Friuli, GO
Elegante ed unico Comò Art Déco Veneziano di pieno periodo Art Déco.
Strutta interamente in Piuma Mogano Biondo e frontale dei cassetti in Radica di Mogano Cubano.
Gambe ebanizzate i...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
20th Century Wood Venetian Dresser 2 Drawers, 1950s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Small Venetian chest of drawers from the mid-20th century. Furniture of fabulous line, wavy and rounded on the front and sides, in walnut, burl and beech wood. Dresser of excellent p...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
19th Century French Wooden Chest Of Drawers With Marble Top
Located in High Point, NC
Enhance your home with the elegant sophistication of this 19th Century French Wooden Chest of Drawers, crowned with a luxurious marble top. This exquisite piece features a graceful s...
Category
19th Century French Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Small early 19th Century Chest of Drawers
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful small antique mahogany chest of drawers in very good condition. The chest of drawers has a beautiful warm color and pattern of mahogany. The small size makes it extra beaut...
Category
Early 19th Century British Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Pink Lacquered Lingerie Chest or Semainier
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XV style six-drawer lingerie chest or semainier
By Drexel Furniture
USA, Circa 1960s
Pink lacquered solid cherry wood, with original brass hardware...
Category
1960s American Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
1960's Vintage Bureau Chest of Drawers
By Meredew
Located in London, GB
A fantastic original vintage bureau chest of drawers. This was made in England by the high end manufacturer Meredew, it dates from the ...
Category
1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Authentic Dorothy Draper España Chest in Ivory White Chocolate, circa 1955
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Authentic Dorothy Draper España chest, shown in Ivory White Chocolate. The crème de la crème - the most iconic of Hollywood Regency glam - is ...
Category
1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
1960s Upcycled Oak Cabinet of Drawers, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- carefully refurbished
- Iron legs were added afterwards
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
China Red Chest Of Drawers With Brass Details From The 1970s – Lacquered Series
Located in Roma, RM
China Red chest of drawers with brass details from the 1970s – Lacquered Series
Product details
Dimensions 132 L x 87 H x 50 D cm
Category
1970s Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Italian NeoClassic Nightstands
Located in Westwood, NJ
An Italian NeoClassic mahogany bedside commode or nightstand, the rectangular crossbanded top above three graduated drawers, on splayed legs.
Dimensions: 27" W x 30" H x 20" D.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of Neoclassical Swedish Gustavian Style Cerused Commodes
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Divine pair of cerused commodes or chests of drawers made in the Swedish Gustavian taste. The large chests feature pilaster column reeded corners. The three drawer cases are centered...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
19th Century Bleached Pine 3 Drawer French Chest
Located in Houston, TX
Transport your space to the rustic elegance of 19th-century France with this charming bleached pine chest. Each drawer tells a story of craftsmanship and history. The weathered finis...
Category
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Early 19th Century campaign chest on stand
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 19th century campaign chest on later stand.
Here we have a piece of early 19th century furniture that has been adapted for everyday use. Top section of a late georgian mahoga...
Category
Late 19th Century English Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Swedish Painted Pine Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 19th C decorated Swedish three drawer painted pine commode. 1820.
Reference: 8390
Dimensions
44.5 inches (113 cms) Wide
20.5 inches (52 cms) Deep
34.5 inches (88 cms) High
Category
19th Century Swedish Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
George II Chest on Chest
Located in Wilson, NC
George II chest on chest, with bold cove cornice above bead molding; the top has three over three graduated drawers, the bottom with three straight graduated drawers. The ornate ba...
Category
1770s English George II Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Steel
Mid 20th Century Federal Hepplewhite Style Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A Mid 20th Century Federal Hepplewhite Style Mahogany Chest of Drawers. Recently refibished and in Great vintage condition.
Measures 34.25" in width, 20" in depth and stands 47.5" in...
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Mid-20th Century American Hepplewhite Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Large Blue Painted Oak Chest of Four Drawers, Sweden circa 1820-40
Located in Round Top, TX
Large antique oak chest of four drawers with handsome brass hardware pulls all resting on cabriolet feet.
It has been given an exceptional new ...
Category
Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Late 19th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Three Drawer Commode
Located in Burton, TX
Found in the South of France, this 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Commode or Chest of Drawers was crafted from old growth Walnut by furniture artisans in the late 1800's. The pi...
Category
Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Signed Classic Louis XVI Distressed Walnut Marble Directoire Commode
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a superb distressed Directoire style commode with a beautiful marble top. The commode measures 50.5 wide x 24.5 deep x 34 tall. The commode is made to look antique is and is ...
Category
1940s French Directoire Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Pair, Black Painted Chest of Drawers, Sweden circa 1860-80
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of Gustavian pine chest of drawers with canted fluted side posts with upper carved floral medallion, dentil molding, all raised on four tapered fluted feet.
The newer, profess...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
STUNNING RALPH LAUREN MILITARY CAMPAIGN CHEST OF DRAWERS NiGHTSTAND
By Ralph Lauren
Located in Pulborough, GB
Antiques of London
We are delighted to offer for sale this Stunning Ralph Lauren Military Campaign Chest of Drawers.
A stunning Ralph Lauren military campaign chest of drawers nightstand is a unique and captivating piece of furniture that combines the elegance of traditional design with the rugged charm of a military-inspired aesthetic. It exudes a sense of adventure and sophistication, making it a captivating addition to any bedroom.
Crafted from high-quality materials, this nightstand showcases Ralph Lauren's commitment to exceptional craftsmanship. The chest features a distinctive campaign design, inspired by vintage military furniture...
Category
20th Century British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Large Victorian Satin Birch Chest of Drawers
Located in Faversham, GB
A well-proportioned Victorian satin birch chest of drawers with an arrangement of two short over three long drawers.
The drawers have the original bun handles, brass locks and escut...
Category
1860s English High Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Satin, Birch, Satinwood
George III mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Flower Mound, TX
George III mahogany chest on chest, the projecting molded and dentil cornice over plain frieze, fitted with two short and six graduating drawers with oak linings, on bracket feet
Category
Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Antique Painted Italian Chest
Located in Austin, TX
Chest from Italy that features a striking hand-painted design in cream and black tones showcasing a scalloped design. The chest is supported by four tapered legs and has two dovetail...
Category
1930s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
18th Spanish Console Table with Carved Drawers and Original Hardware
Located in Miami, FL
This Spanish 19th century features a beautiful one plank rectangular top over a carved drawer featuring slightly different hardware, is adorned with geometrical motifs and their ori...
Category
Late 18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Exceptional Louis XVI Mahogany and Marquetry Commode -1X44
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Step into the grandeur of the 19th century with this exceptional Louis XVI mahogany and marquetry commode, crafted around 1850. This exquisite piece exudes timeless elegance and impe...
Category
1850s Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
French Directoire 6-Drawer Chiffonnier in Cherry, blue variations
Located in Landivy, FR
This Chiffonnier 6-drawer chest is a free hand crafted and modernized interpretation of the French Directoire style at the end of the 18th century. This period style is remarkable wi...
Category
2010s French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Cherry, Oak
English Pine Commode
Located in Pomona, CA
English pine commode. Four drawers with brass pull.
Category
1960s English Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
T.F.I, Chest of Drawers, Maple, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A maple chest of drawers produced by T.F.I, USA, c. 1940s.
Category
1940s American Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple
French 18th Century Marquetry Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A petite and impressive French marquetry commode from the 1700’s. The commodes top is in wonderful antique condition with marquetry designs trimmed with ebonized molding. There are t...
Category
18th Century French Louis XV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Gustavian, Louis XVI Style, Small Swedish Chest, Brass, Marble, Sweden, 1970s
Located in Stamford, CT
Gustavian, Louis XVI Style, Small Swedish Chest, Brass, Marble, Sweden, 1970s
Small Gustavian chest of drawers in brown wood designed and produced in Sweden circa 1970s. This piece ...
Category
1970s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Louis XVI Marble Top Commode in Gray
Located in North York, ON
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this exquisite Louis XVI Marble Top Commode. Crafted in France, circa the 1940s. Its sleek brass inlay and hardware gleam against the sophisticate...
Category
1940s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Lovelly Small Yew Wood Military Campaign Bachelor’s Chest
Located in Crawley, GB
We delight to offer for sale this lovely yew wood military four drawer bachelors chest , brass corners and brass handles , in good condition .
Don't hesitate to contact me if you hav...
Category
20th Century British Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Austrian Painted Serpentine Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Late 18th C Austrian painted pine serpentine front three drawer commode with faux marble tops. 1790.
Reference: 8388
Dimensions
44.5 inches (113 cms) Wide
22 inches (56 cms) Deep
2...
Category
18th Century Austrian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
20th Century Walnut, Burl and Fruitwood Italian Design Dresser with Mirror, 1950s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Chest of drawers with mirror, Italy, mid-20th century. Italian design furniture of fabulous line, carved and veneered in walnut, briar and fruit woods. Chest of drawers equipped with...
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
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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