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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Scandinavian Modern
Modern Pine Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
A two-drawer chest with mixed materials and inspired by modern-day architecture. Pine veneered case with hand-forged iron openwork base.
Dimensions: 44" W x 18" D x 32" H
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Mid-Century Modern Small Brutalist Chest, 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Small Brutalist Chest, 1970s
Category
1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Midcentury Bamboo, Rattan and Brass Chest of Drawers by Dal Vera, Italy, 1970s
By Dal Vera
Located in Rome, IT
Midcentury amazing chest of drawers in bamboo, rattan, wicker and handles in brass by Dal Vera.
Made in Italy in the 1970s.
The brass handles on the drawers are lovely examples of ...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
Art Deco Walnut Wood Goat Skin and Brass Italian Commode Chest of Drawers, 1950
Located in Rome, IT
Italian Art Deco dresser from the first half of the last century. You can recognize his Italian style, Paolo Buffa, Vittorio Dassi, Osvaldo Borsani. Precious materials that were used...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Rosewood and Teak Italian Chest of Drawers
Located in Porto, PT
Rosewood and teak chest of drawers, legs in stainless steel and drawer handles in stainless steel and formica.
Category
1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Stainless Steel
French chest of drawers 1850
Located in Meulebeke, BE
French chest of drawers in French oak 1850.
Crafted from the finest French oak, this stunning cabinet exudes a timeless beauty that enriches any room. The wood has been carefully c...
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1850s French Mid-Century Modern Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Leonardo Fiori for ISA Bergamo Chest of Drawers in Wenge
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Leonardo Fiori for ISA Bergamo, chest of drawers, wengé, metal, Italy, 1950s
This well-designed piece is based on a solid construction featuring straight lines and right-angled shap...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Italian Mid-Century Sideboard dresser with Mirror by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Italian mid-century sideboard in rosewood produced by Vittorio Dassi in the 1950s. This sideboard has excellent manufacturing aspects, noticeable from the arched line, hard transpare...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Aldo Tura brown goatskin parchment brass commode 1960s
By Aldo Tura
Located in Paris, IDF
A unique and timeless vintage piece, this Aldo Tura mid-century commode feels imposing and glamourous. The varnished goatskin parchment, in rich shades of brown and dark brown, makes...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Danish Rosewood Dresser, 1970s
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Mid-Century rosewood dresser made during the 1970s in the Denmark. The dresser with an extraordinary design, made with attention to every detail, has profiled handles and edges, addi...
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1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Nightstands 70s DalVera rattan bamboo with brass inserts
By Dal Vera
Located in Milano, MI
Pair of vintage 1970s bamboo wicker/rattan nightstands with brass handles.
The nightstands are in excellent condition with no particular defects or breaks.
The structure is made of m...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Harvey Probber Double Chest and Vanity with Leather and Brass
Located in Hanover, MA
Two beautifully restored complimentary chests flanking a hanging vanity case from Harvey Probber's "Cabinet Series" circa 1957.
Hazelnut finished maho...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Modern John Cameron Three Drawer Lowboy Chest of Drawers
By John Cameron
Located in Weymouth, MA
Mid-Century Modern walnut lowboy/chest of drawers with carved front drawer pulls. Rare vintage furniture with clean lines by John Cameron Distin...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Mid century Milo Baughman bleached rosewood gilt metal drawer cabinet USA 1970s
Located in Hastings, GB
Rare Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin book-matched bleached rosewood veneer & gilt metal cabinet / commode with three drawers, USA 1970s. The tag is long gone, but you can see example...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Vintage Sarreid Brass Cocktail Table Chest of Drawers, circa 1970s
By Sarreid Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two drawer mid-century glamorous cocktail table /chest of drawers by Sarreid. Circa 1970s.
Cocktail table/chest of drawers is clad in brass with nailhead trim. Dovetailed drawers.
This glam piece pairs well with mid-century, hollywood regency, post modern, danish modern, and boho chic. It works well with all colors and all eras. 1960s, 1970s and 1980s.
We currently have this paired with a Vista of...
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1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Model B96 Chest of Drawers, Aino Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyöt AB, 1930s
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model B96 chest of drawers, design by Aino Aalto, manufactured by Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyöt AB, 1930s, birch. Marked. Good vintage condition, patina and wear consistent with age ...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Italian Walnut Chest of Drawers, Original from 1950, with Gray Marble, Drawers
Located in Buggiano, IT
Italian walnut chest of drawers, original from 1950, with gray marble, with 4 drawers, very sturdy.
Coming from a Florentine country villa.
This is a very useful and capacious piece ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
TH Robsjohn-Gibbings, Widdicomb Mid-Century Modern, Walnut, Cane, Chest, Cabinet
Located in Stamford, CT
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for John Widdicomb Brass-Mounted Walnut and Cane Chest, Nightstand or Dresser
Highly sought after American mid-century modern walnut three-drawer chest of dra...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Five-Drawer Teak Lingerie Chest by Aksel Kjersgaard, Danish Modern
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
A gorgeous Danish modern five-drawer teak lingerie chest by Aksel Kjersgaard.
Ca. 1970s. Made in Denmark.
The chest is exquisite. The quality is ...
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1980s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Mid Century Modern Danish Inspired Teak Cabinet
Located in Tulsa, OK
Mid Century Modern Danish Inspired Teak Cabinet
Above average vintage condition and structurally sound. Has some expected slight finish wear, dark blemishes and scratching. Please r...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Jim Rose - Shaker Inspired Chest of Drawers, Steel Furniture Natural Rust Patina
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
This chest of drawers was inspired by the forms and sensibilities of Shaker furniture. Here, artist Jim Rose puts his spin on the shaker design by using naturally rusted steel. The warmth of the patina evokes a cherished family heirloom. This piece will add interest and functionality to any room.
Jim Rose
Chest of Drawers
repurposed steel with natural rust patina
78h x 35w x 18d in
198.12h x 88.90w x 45.72d cm
JR0270
Jim Rose
b. 1966, d. 2023
Bio:
Born in Indiana, Jim Rose lived in Europe until he returned to the United States to attend college. After one year at Bard College, Jim transferred to the School of the Art Institute in Chicago (SAIC) where he graduated in 1988 with a BFA. His skillful interpretation of the Shaker design is a result of intense research and field study of Shaker furniture, architecture, culture and history. After over two decades of dedicated work, he has mastered the minimalism of the Shaker technique and created his own unique visual vernacular. The quilts of Gee's Bend have become a monumental influence taking this artist's work to new levels of unique interpretation and artistry. His selection of aged steel results in a patina directly related to that of aged wood while his colored strips beautifully mimic worn cloth. Each piece of furniture is masterfully made and intended for daily use. Jim Rose’s steel furniture is featured every year at SOFA Chicago for the past 25 years.
Jim Rose
b. 1966, Wisconsin
Education:
1989 B.F.A., sculpture, The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, IL
1988 Student at Large, Welding Technology, Triton College, Chicago, IL
1985 Undergraduate Photography Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, New York
Awards:
2008 Wisconsin Arts Board Fellowship Award, Madison, WI
2005 Elizabeth R. Raphael Founder’s Prize, Society for Contemporary Craft, Pittsburgh, PA
2003 Grant Recipient for Shaker Interpretations in Cast Iron, PA Arts Assoc / WI Arts Board
2003 Arts/Industry Residency Program for Visual Artists, John Michael Kohler Arts Center, Sheboygan, Wisconsin
Solo Exhibitions:
2017 New Work, Tory Folliard Gallery, Milwaukee, WI
2012 Simply Steel, Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, Wausau, WI
2007 Variation, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL
2003 New Work, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL
2001 Shaker in Steel / New Work, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL
2000 Shaker in Steel / New Work, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL
1999 Hands and Heart to Steel III, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL
National Exhibitions:
2017-2018 SOFA Chicago – Gallery Victor Armendariz
2016 - 1995 SOFA Chicago, New York, Palm Beach - Ann Nathan Gallery
2011 - 2002 Art Chicago - Ann Nathan Gallery
Group Exhibitions:
2017 Coming Attractions: Inaugural Exhibition, Gallery Victor Armendariz, Chicago, IL
2017 Living with Art: The Newman Collection, 108 Contemporary, Tulsa, Oklahoma
2016 Form Follows Function: The Intersection of Art and Craft, The Hardy Gallery, Ephraim, Wi
2015 NEO, Chipstone Foundation, Milwaukee Art Museum, Milwaukee, WI
2015 ICFF, Furniture Society, Javits Convention Center, New York City, NY
2013 Vahki Revisited, The Enduring Spirit of a Craft Collection” Mesa Contemporary Arts,
Mesa, AZ
2013 Fearless Furniture, Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites, Indianapolis, IN
2013 Inaugural Exhibition, Museum Wisconsin of Art, West Bend, WI
2012 Sitting Pretty: Furniture from RAM’s Collection, Racine Art Museum, WI
2011 Hiding Places: Memory in the Arts, John Michael Kohler Arts Center, WI
2010 Living with Art, Strohl Art Center, Chautauqua Institution, NY
2009 Summer in Wisconsin, Tory Folliard Gallery, Milwaukee, WI
2009 High Honors, James Watrous Gallery, Madison, WI
2008 Second Lives: Remixing the Ordinary, Museum of Art and Design, NY
2007 Transformation 5: Contemporary Works in Found Materials, Art Association, Jackson, WY
2007 Transformation 5: Contemporary Works in Found Materials, Houston Center for Contemporary Craft, Houston, TX (traveling exhibition)
2006 Show us Your Drawers, Herron School of Art, Indianapolis, IN
2006 Marriage of the Minds...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Vintage Danish Arne Wahl Iversen Teak Low Sideboard
Located in Emeryville, CA
Arne Wahl Iversen, born in 1927, remains an icon of mid-century Danish design, defining sophistication through functional elegance. His furniture, a marriage of practicality and beau...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Nordic chest of drawers with 3 drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage teak chest of drawers from the 1960s.
This Scandinavian design piece with clean and simple lines features three spacious drawers, perfect for storing everyday items such as l...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Model 300-139 Armchairs from Swarzędz Factory, 1960s, Set of 2
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
This pair of armchairs was produced by the Polish company Swarzędzka Furniture Factory in 60s.The armchairs have new cushions, reupholstered in a quality green fabric. The beech fram...
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1960s Polish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fabric, Beech
1950s Børge Mogensen Chest of Drawers in Teak by Søborg Møbelfabrik, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- item has been carefully refurbished
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
4-Drawer Arcadia Chest by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The 4-drawer Arcadia chest features four drawers, cast brass hardware, and a sculptural solid American walnut or white oak base.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handm...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Model HB96 Chest of Drawers, Alvar Aalto, 1930s
By Alvar Aalto, Artek
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model HB96 chest of drawers, design by Alvar Aalto, 1930s. Birch. Good vintage condition, rich patina and wear consistent with age and use.
Alvar Aalto (1898-1976) is probably the ...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Ebonized Oak Stacked Box Chest by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The stacked box chest is a larger modified version of the stacked box nightstand. The piece features three drawers and an inset detail that can be finished with brass plating. Availa...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Svensk Fur two-door commode
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Two door dresser in pine by Svensk Fur.
Designer: Göran Malmvall.
Interior with removable drawers and shelves.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Model HB96 Chest of Drawers, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas AB
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model HB96 chest of drawers, design by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas AB, 1930s. Birch. Good vintage condition, rich patina and wear consistent with ...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Midcentury Style Brass and Malachite Colored Murano Glass Commode, 2020
Located in Rome, IT
Striking brass frame and hand-cut Malachite imitation Murano glass Commode or chest of drawer, raised on special brass legs.
Handmade by a master artisan.
Price is for 1 item .
We w...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Wood
Carlo de Carli DC154 chest of drawers Sormani Italy 1963
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Elegant chest of drawers, model DC154, designed by Carlo de Carli and made by Sormani in Italy in 1963. It comes in different versions, but the rosewood one is considered the finest....
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Paul McCobb Irwin Collection Walnut Gentleman's Chest, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern gentleman's chest of drawers
By Paul McCobb for Directional and produced by Calvin Furniture, "Irwin Collection"
USA, 1950s
Gorgeous book-matched...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Petite Walnut Dresser by Martin Borenstein for Brown Saltman 1960s
Located in Hawthorne, CA
Professionally restored walnut chest of drawers designed by Martin Borenstein for Brown Saltman, circa 1960. Gorgeous walnut wood g...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bamboo and Rattan Tall Boy. 1970s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian tall boy or chest of drawers in Bamboo and Rattan from 1970s
This objets has a beautiful patina due to age and use and is in really good vintage conditions
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rattan
Mid Century Rare Chest of 5 Drawers
Located in Pasadena, CA
Mid Century rare Chest of 5 Drawers. The top Drawer has`slits within the drawers the provide sections within. Each drawer offers great space an...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Scandinavian Modern Chest of Drawers in Oak by Kaj Winding, Denmark, 1960s
Located in Odense, DK
Danish Modern chest of drawers made in the 1960s at cabinetmaker P. Jeppesens and designed by Kaj Winding. Rare oak edition with 8 drawers. Elegant and simple design with beautiful d...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Model B96 Chest of Drawers, Aino Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas AB
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model B96 Chest of Drawers, Aino Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas AB, 1930s. Painted birch. Good vintage condition, rich patina and wear consistent with age and use.
Aino ...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Gentleman's Chest by Paul Frankl, C. 1950s
By Paul Frankl
Located in Westport, CT
The Gentleman's Chest by Paul Frankl, a tribute to mid-century elegance from the 1950s, meticulously restored to perfection by Stamford Modern. Crafted from exquisite maple, the ches...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple
Mid-Century Modern Style Solid Wood Glass and Brass Large Italian Commode
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian commode composed of three drawers, made of solid wood structure covered with colored glass. Legs and handles made of solid brass.
Every item LA Studio offers is checked by o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Model HB96 Chest of Drawers, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas AB
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model HB96 chest of drawers, design by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas AB, 1930/1940s, painted birch. Good vintage condition, patina and wear consiste...
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1940s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Mobilgirgi, Chest of Drawers, Spalting Wood, Italy, 1970s
Located in High Point, NC
A spalted wood chest of drawers designed and produced by Mobilgirgi, Italy, 1970s.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Mel Smilow, Chests of Drawers, Walnut, USA, 1950s
By Mel Smilow
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of walnut chests of drawers designed by Mel Smilow and produced by Smilow-Thielle, USA, 1950s.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Milo Baughman, Thayer Coggin, Mid-Century Modern, Dresser, Chrome, Burlwood
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin Commode/Dresser/Sideboard
Burl and Chrome decorated Chest of drawers by Milo Baughman for Thayer Coggin. A fine dresser having bu...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome
Sideboard by Edmondo Palutari for Dassi Mobili Moderni, 1960s
Located in Lasne, BE
Wooden sideboard with 3 doors containing a shelf and a sliding door containing 5 drawers and a shelf. One key. Wear due to time and age of the sideboard.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Rare Pastoe chest of drawers, 1970’s
By Pastoe
Located in Delft, NL
Rare Pastoe chest of drawers, 1970’s
Dimensions: 50cmD, 50.5cm W, 46cmH
Condition: Good
Material: Wood
Manufacturer: Pastoe
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1970s Dutch Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Cassettiera con ribaltina anni 70 di Afra e Tobia Scarpa serie Artona Maxalto
Located in Milano, MI
Questa rara cassettiera vintage Maxalto Artona, un'opera d'arte della progettazione anni '70 firmata dai celebri designer italiani Afra e Tobia Sca...
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Early 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather, Wood
Willy Rizzo light blue lacquered and brass commode 1970s
By Willy Rizzo
Located in Paris, IDF
With a beautiful pastel blue lacquer finish, and brass standing, handles and details above the four drawers, this beautiful commode carries a stellar Italian mid-century aesthetic in...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Curved 'Aiace' Chest of Drawers by Benatti, Italy 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Curved 'Aiace' Chest of Drawers by Benatti, Italy 1960s
This Aiace chest of drawers by the Italian manufacturer Benatti is a stunning ode to 1960s design.
Its vibrant sky-blue colo...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Lacquer
1950s Landstrom Neoclassical Highboy Dresser Illinois
Located in Chula Vista, CA
1950s Landstrom Furniture Neoclassical Highboy Dresser Illinois
Chest of drawers.
Preowned original vintage restored condition. Refinished satin black.
original brass handles.
46 h...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Model U391 Bar Cabinet by Bohumil Landsman for Jitona, 1960s
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
The furniture was designed by Bohumil Landsman in the 1960s. It was produced by the Jitona Soběslav furniture factory in the Czech Republic. Originally, the piece of furniture was used as a chiffonier. During the renovation, the function of the furniture was changed to an alcohol bar...
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1960s Czech Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Beech, Oak, Walnut
Italian mid-century chest of drawers for tailoring by Filofort, 1940s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian mid-century chest of drawers for tailoring by Filofort, 1940s.
Chest of drawers with rectangular wooden base. The frontal part of the drawers is inclined. On the drawers and ...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Wall Mounted Cabinet Chest of Drawers
By Jens Risom
Located in Countryside, IL
Jens Risom Mid Century Walnut and Brass Wall Mounted Cabinet Chest of Drawers
This chest of drawers measures: 36 wide x 21 deep x 24 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Small teak chest of drawers with metal handles
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian furniture from the 1960s with black painted legs.
An original, small chest of drawers also ideal as a bedside table. It is distinguished by the gilded metal handles on ...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Kittinger Mid Century Modern Heavy Solid Drop Pulls Bachelor 3 Drawer Chest MINT
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Kittinger Mid Century Modern Heavy Solid Drop Pulls Bachelor 3 Drawer Chest MINT
Outstanding design and craftsmanship cabinet.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Tallboy Chest of Drawers in Teak by Omann Jun. 1960s.
Located in Handewitt, DE
Tallboy chest of drawers in teak by Omann Ju. Møbelfabrik 1960s. Made in teak, legs in oak. Model no.129. 7 drawers.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Paul McCobb 2 pc. Bookcase / Chest from the Planner Group Collection
By Paul McCobb
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A very well crafted solid medium toned maple wood two piece three drawer chest with matching bookcase top . This very early production piece from designer Paul McCobb has the first s...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
Italian Designer, Chest of Drawers, Wood, Italy, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A wood-veneered chest of drawers or commode designed and produced in Italy, 1950s.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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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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Walnut Marquetry Chest Of Drawers
3 Drawer Vintage Chest Of Drawers
19th Century Louis Philippe Commode
18th Century Serpentine Front Chest Of Drawers
American Mahogany Chest
19th Century French Empire Commode
Wood Chest Of Drawers Lock