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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Period: 1950s
Period: 1910s
Pair of Leather and Walnut Chests Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in Stamford, CT
A pair of chests in walnut with leather wrapped baseboards and blond handles. Designed by Edward Wormley for Dunbar, circa 1955.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Stylish Mahogany Chifferobe, Chest, Dresser after Mont
By James Mont
Located in New York, NY
Substantial solid mahogany dresser having cerused finish with fading black trim. The finish (original) shows some wear, and poor touch ups (see ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
High Teak 7- Drawer Dresser by Borge Mogensen Denmark, 1950s
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Teak High dresser by Borge Mogensen for Neils Vodder, Denmark 1950s. A tall seven (7) drawer dresser or chest of drawers designed by Borge Mogensen. Dresser is constructed ...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch, Teak
Midcentury Cherrywood Italian Chest of Drawers, 1950
Located in Rome, IT
Italian chest of drawers, from the mid-20th century. Peculiar shape, original and avant-garde for that time period. A very basic design, but by far an stylish dresser.
All veneere...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Cherry
Matching Midnight Black Chest of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a matching midnight black chest of drawers. They have been restored and repainted with milk paints "Midnight Black".
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1950s Swedish Country Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Ico Parisi Attributed Vanity Table in Beech, Italy, 1955
By Ico Parisi
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
Very nice and elegant vanity table attributed by Ico Parisi and manufactured by Vittorio Dassi, Italy 1955. The vanity table is made of solid beech wood and has a very nice typical I...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Vintage Black Walnut Dresser Produced by Dassi with Carrara Marble Top, Italy
By Dassi
Located in Bresso, Lombardy
Made in Italy, 1950s.
This dresser is made in lacquered Canaletto walnut.
It features solid beech legs, solid durmast interiors, bronze handles, keys and feet caps, and a Carrara ma...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Carrara Marble, Bronze
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Chest of Drawers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb 6-drawer cabinet in beautiful original finish dark walnut, with brass legs, and raffia cane wrapped handles. Signed with cloth Widdicomb ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Milo Baughman Two-Tone Lacquered Highboy for Glenn of California
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Milo Baughman two-tone lacquered highboy for Glenn of California.
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Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Aldo Tura Goatskin and Brass Italian Commode and Chests of Drawers, 1950
By Aldo Tura
Located in Rome, IT
Beautiful chests of drawers in characteristic Italian style of Aldo Tura, great patina of the color of goatskin, combined with a perfect amalgam of brass inserts. An excellent use of...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Raymond Loewy for Mengel Drop Front Secretary Desk on Iron Legs, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern drop front secretary desk
By Raymond Loewy for Mengel Furniture Co.
USA, 1950s
Combed oak, with cerused oak drawer...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Pair of Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb 3 Drawer Chests
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of American classical modern chests of drawers designed by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Furniture Co. in figured walnut with contrasting maple moldings. Both have original la...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple, Walnut
Harvey Probber Cabinet of Drawers with Sliding Grasscloth Doors
Located in Hanover, MA
Mid-Century Modern dresser by Harvey Probber in grain painted blonde mahogany with four matching large center drawers having distinctive Probber recessed pulls and two sliding doors paneled...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Grasscloth, Mahogany
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ebonized Mahogany Dresser Chest, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern ebonized mahogany five-drawer chest of drawers
By Edward Wormley for Dunbar
USA, 1950s
Measures: 34.13"W x 20"D x 31"H.
Newly refinished...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Italian Mid-Century Modern Chest of Drawers in Birch Briar Root, 1950s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Stylish Italian Mid-Century Modern sideboard or chest of drawers in birch briar root with double top in shaped glass.
Very refined sides design, lower base with a vertical curved li...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Warren Church Vintage Drawer Chest High Board for Lane Altavista Furniture
Located in Munich, Bavaria
A drawers chest in walnut and oak are designed by Warren Church for the "Perception" line by Lane Furniture.
The chest offers 4 drawers and on top a cabinet with doors in a wooden w...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Solid Wood and Colored Glass Italian Pair of Sideboards
Located in Ibiza, Spain
Pair of sideboards composed of two folding doors and one shelve inside. Original structure from 1950s made of solid wood and coated with colored glass. Details, handles and legs made...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Wood
Ole Wanscher Elm Wood Tall Bow Front Chest of Drawers, Circa 1950s
By Ole Wanscher
Located in New York, NY
A Danish modern elmwood tall bow-front chest of drawers by Ole Wanscher, circa 1950s with nine bow front graduated drawers raised on scrolled bracket feet.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Elm
Early 20th-Century Art Nouveau Pine Commode Turned into Vanity
Located in Opole, PL
Early 20th-Century Art Nouveau Pine Commode Turned into Vanity
We present you an Art Nouveau pine commode, circa 1910.
The whole piece of furniture is composed of a base with four d...
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1910s European Art Nouveau Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Stone, Brass
Mid-Century Modern Solid Wood and Colored Glass Italian Sideboard
Located in Ibiza, Spain
Italian sideboard composed of six drawers. Original structure from 1950s made of solid wood and covered in colored glass. Handles and details made of brass.
Our main target is custo...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Paolo Buffa Large Sideboard in Wood, Brass and Glass Top, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Milan, IT
Wonderful Italian sideboard - or chest of drawers - designed by Paolo Buffa in the 1950s. Refined and unmistakably unique piece thanks to its painted glass top, its wooden structure ...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Kai Kristiansen Bureau / Side Table Model 394 by Aksel Kjersgaard in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Bureau / side table model 394 designed by Kai Kristiansen. Produced by Aksel Kjersgaard in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Campaign Style Chest of Drawers by John Stuart
By John Stuart
Located in Dorchester, MA
This large, campaign-style chest of drawers was manufactured in the 1950s by John Stuart, a company known for their high-quality pieces that referenced earlier centuries. It comprise...
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1950s American Campaign Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Edmond Spence Swedish Modern Sculpted Walnut Gentleman's Chest, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional mid-century Swedish Modern sculpted walnut "checkerboard" highboy dresser or gentleman's chest
By Edmond Spence
Sweden, 1950s
Measures: 41"W x 19.75"D x 48"H....
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Kai Kristiansen Bureau Model 385 Produced by Aksel Kjersgaard in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Rare bureau model 385 designed by Kai Kristiansen. Produced by Aksel Kjersgaard in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Jugendstil Chest of Drawers, Circa 1910
Located in New York, NY
The solid top rests above three long drawers of equal depth. Clean lines subtley adorn the piece in the classic Jugendstil style with matching hardware hardware.
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1910s Swedish Jugendstil Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ash
Elegant Italian Midcentury Dresser with Mirror
Located in Rome, IT
With six drawers. Gray painted glass top.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of Louis XVI Style Chests of Drawers or Commodes
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Pair of Louis XVI style mahogany chests of drawers with beautiful and dramatic silver gilt accents. Three drawers in each commode with silver pulls provide ample storage; reeded side...
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1950s North American Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Silver
Small Floral Painted Chest
Located in Wilson, NC
Small floral painted chest is painted with floral and ribbon motifs.
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1950s English Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Italian Modern Bar / Cabinet with Brass Hardware Attributed to Paolo Buffa
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Modern bar / cabinet with brass hardware attributed to Paolo Buffa. This stunning Italian midcentury commode, cabinet, credenza, ba...
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1950s Italian Hollywood Regency Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Italian Midcentury Sideboard or Chest of Drawers by Paolo Buffa, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Wonderful Italian sideboard or chest of drawers designed by Paolo Buffa in the 1950s. Truly refined the used wood combination in maple for the drawers and walnut for the furniture re...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Exceptional Josef Frank Chest of Drawers, Cabinet, Svenskt Tenn, Mahogany, Brass
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful chest of drawers by Josef Frank, Mahogany and Brass pulls, six drawers. Cabinet has age-related wear. We will have it refinished for the buyer. Great piece of Swedish Moder...
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Paul McCobb Small Jewelry Chest 4 Drawers Maple Brass Brown Finish
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Nice Paul McCobb 3' small jewelry box in solid maple construction with brown finish. Very high quality construction with original brass pulls. Made for top of dresser or bookcase. 8 brass knobs 4 drawers. Planner Group, Winchendon Mass. Refinished condition. Has velvet black drawer inserts.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair Sliding Door Dressers Chests Cabinets by T H Robsjohn-Gibbings & Widdicomb
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare and fine pair of dressers / chests / storage cabinets designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for the John Widdicomb Company, 1950s. The mahogany cases have been expertly refinished ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Gilbert Rohde Dresser 4041 Kroehler New York World's Fair 1940 Two-Tone 44" long
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Designer : Gilbert Rohde
Model ; Dresser 4041 Honeymoon Furniture for Young America,
Maker : Kroehler
Exhibited : 'America at Home' at the New York World's Fair 1940.
Created by Gilbert Rohde, 1940's foremost furniture designer, expressly to demonstrate modern living displayed in the 'America at Home' building at the New York World's Fair 1940.
Honeymoon furniture by Kroehler is outstanding in contemporary furniture design.
Notice its space saving compactness, its sturdiness, its freedom from dirt catching corners.
Honeymoon furniture offers comfort, convenience and economy never before possible in the small home or apartment
The use of two different coloured woods to create a two-tone effect is very striking and complements the simple form. This unusual chest of drawers is a signature piece that injects character into any interior.
The raised sides sit proud of the top elevating the chest creating an elegant tray effect. The front is fitted with three drawers with original wooden knobs in contrasting dark brown laurel. The sides have a projecting section of contrasting dark brown laurel at the front which defines the form. Inverted triangular feet. "Kroehler Made" metal tag. Designer unknown.
Kroehler
In 1902, Peter E. Kroehler bought the Naper ville Lounge Co., a maker of wooden lounge chairs and upholstered furniture. Kroehler built a new factory in Naperville in 1913 after the original facility was destroyed by a tornado. Soon thereafter, he renamed the company Kroehler Manufacturing Co. This enterprise soon operated across the country and employed several hundred men and women in the Chicago area. By the middle of the 1940s, with over $20 million in annual sales, Kroehler was the second-largest furniture maker in the United States. During the 1960s, when the company employed close to 8,000 people around the country, annual revenues passed $100 million. The company struggled during the 1970s, closing its historic Naperville factory in 1978 and ending its operations in the area. In 1981 Kroehler was acquired by the ATR Group of Northbrook, which put the company up for sale. By the early 2000s, furniture was still manufactured under the Kroehler name by two unrelated companies, one in North Carolina and the other in Ontario, Canada.
Gilbert Rhode : American, 1894 - 1944
Gilbert Rohde (1894-1944) is best known for helping to create the modern design at Herman Miller Inc. Gilbert Rohde furniture design was focused on mass production and bringing modern products to the greatest number of consumers. He is also credited with designing the first examples of biomorphic furniture in America-which would ultimately shape mid century modernism.
US industrial designer, born in New York. He became familiar with cabinetmaking in his father's shop. He studied at the Art Students League and Grand Central School of Art in New York. Early work was as a drama and music critic, cartooninst, reporter, and furniture illustrator. He traveled to France and Germany in 1927 and was inspired by modernism.
He opened his own office in New York in 1927, designing furniture and showrooms, and consulting with manufacturers like General Electric and Hudson Motor Car Company.
In 1931 HeywoodWakefield Company introduced a compact armless leatherette side chair with bentwood rear legs designed by Rohde, which sold 250,000 over the next eight years. Rohde also developed a later version for the Herman Miller Furniture Company, which was sold dis-assembled and made by what Rohde called an "automobile type of assembly."
By 1929 he had established a relationship with D.J. Depree, president of the Herman Miller Furniture Company in Zeeland, MI and prepared some designs for him. Dupree appointed him director of design there in 1932 as part of his decision to shift the company’s orientation from traditional to modern design. His first modern design for the company, a No. 2185 Group bedroom suite was shown at the Chicago Century of Progress.
Also in 1932, Rohde exhibited his furniture designs in a "Design for Machine" exhibit in Philadelphia, along with designs of Russel Wright. The Herman Miller Clock...
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1950s North American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birdseye Maple
Jugend Stil Chest of Drawers, Sweden, circa 1910
Located in New York, NY
This deeply stained mahogany chest of drawers exhibits the style of the the turn of that century, with three lower drawers, a pair of upper drawers, all locking. The original hardwar...
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1910s Swedish Jugendstil Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Italian Mid-Century Modern Chest of Drawers by Paolo Buffa, 1950s
By Paolo Buffa
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Wonderful Italian sideboard or chest of drawers designed by Paolo Buffa in the 1950s. Truly refined the used wood combination in maple for the drawers and walnut for the furniture re...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Kai Winding Bureau / Secretaire Produced by Cabinetmaker P. Jeppesen in Denmark
By Kai Winding
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare bureau / secretaire designed by Kai Winding. Produced by cabinetmaker P. Jeppesen in Denmark.
Dimensions (W x D x H): 100 x 46.5 (83) x 104 (68) cm.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball Solid Birch Chest of Drawers, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern five-drawer solid birch highboy dresser
By Leslie Diamond for Conant Ball "ModernMates" Collection
USA, 1950s
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Birch
Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar Matching Dresser Set in Mahogany Wood
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Edward Wormley for Dunbar matching dresser set in mahogany wood, model 5272 triple dresser 12-drawer storage with matching smaller companion four dr...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Sublime Restored Ribbon Mahogany and Rattan Chest by Ritts, circa 1950
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent chest is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready.
A breathtaking meticulously restored chest by Ritts Rattan...
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1950s North American Organic Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Mahogany
Mid-Century Modern Italian Neo Classical Scene Chest of Drawers
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century Modern Italian Neo Classical Scene Chest of Drawers
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1950s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of French Antique Style Marble-Top Chests
Located in New York, NY
Pair of French antique style marble-top chests with a white painted finish. Each chest have four pull out drawers, marble tops with gold handles and feet.
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1950s Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Magnificent Pair of Dorothy Draper Style Bowed Front Bachelors Chests Regency
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Magnificent pair of Dorothy Draper style bowed front bachelors chests. These are fabulous in person-very high end. Would you take a look at those fabulous ornate brass pulls with the...
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1950s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Rare Model 812 Chest of Drawers by Andre Monpoix, France, c. 1955
Located in New York City, NY
Rare and Exceptional Chest of Drawers (Model 812) by acclaimed French designer Andre Monpoix for Muebles T.V., circa 1955.
This highly collectible chest consists of a solid oak construction, black lacquered metal legs, and sleek chrome pulls. The top drawer is organized into compartments while the lower two drawers are lined with a soft blue-grey felt original to the piece.
This particular chest is an early prototype...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Pair of Walnut Tall Chest Dressers Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely pair of matching tall dresser chests by Jack Cartwright for Founders, circa 1957. The top looks great with little wear to the finish. I love the recessed pulls along the waln...
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Pair of French Style Nightstands Chests
Located in New York, NY
White painted pair of French style nightstands or chests. The nightstands have the original brass handles with a white lacquered finis...
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1950s Hollywood Regency Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Crane & MacMahon Pyramid Front Modernist Chest of Drawers
Located in Hanover, MA
Six-drawer bleached mahogany dresser with pillow pyramid-form drawer centers with inset green faux-leather detailing.
Made by Crane & MacMahon, St Mary’s OH, circa 1950. Triangle brand...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Faux Leather, Mahogany
Stellar Restored Landstrom Eight-Drawer Chest in Cream Lacquer
Located in Atlanta, GA
An absolutely gorgeous eight-drawer chest by Landstrom Furniture, circa 1950. Landstrom was a boutique Illinois firm that produced superior furniture on par with the finest productio...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Mahogany and Brass Chest of Drawers by Josef Frank for Svenskt Tenn, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
Cool mahogany chest of drawers by Josef Frank, with an amazing, playful silhouette. Elegant brass handles.
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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Paul McCobb for Calvin Dressers
By Paul McCobb
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Paul McCobb for Calvin Dressers, the linear group, oiled walnut with stainless steel pulls and accent details.
One case has 4 drawers, the other has 3 with open storage.
La...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Stainless Steel
Paul McCobb Chest
By Paul McCobb
Located in Atlanta, GA
Clean lined Mid-Century Modern chest or dresser, designed by Paul McCobb for Calvin, American, circa 1950s. This piece is currently being refinished and can be completed in your choi...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
Ejvind A. Johansson Bureau Model 91 Produced by Gern Møbelfabrik in Denmark
Located in Limhamn, Skåne län
Very rare chest of drawers / bureau model 91 designed by Ejvind A. Johansson. Produced by Gern Møbelfabrik in Denmark.
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Pair of Paul McCobb Three-Drawer Planner Group Chest of Drawer Dressers
By Paul McCobb
Located in Dallas, TX
These matching pair of solid maple three-drawer chests designed by Paul McCobb as part of his Planner Group. The handles are "T" bar metal pulls.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Pair of Widdicomb Bedroom Dressers in the Style of George Nakashima
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning pair of Mid-Century bedroom dressers features the rich natural finish and sculpted drawer pulls in the style of the George Nakashima "Origins" line, utilized so beautifully. Sculpted triangular legs and uniquely concave drawer...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Chest of Drawers, French Reconstruction Period, circa 1950-1960
By Rene Gabriel
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Vintage chest of drawers, French reconstruction period, circa 1950-1960.
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Gio Ponti, Singer and Sons, Italian Mid-Century Modern, Dresser, Chest, 1950s
By Gio Ponti
Located in Stamford, CT
Gio Ponti double dresser / chest labeled singer and Sons Model 2161
An iconic and rare double dresser / cabinet. Designed by Gio Ponti in his...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
1950s Paul McCobb 4-Drawer Correspondence Letter Chest Jewelry Box Dresser
Located in Hyattsville, MD
A wonderful tabletop letter cabinet for desktop or atop a dresser. It is in original unrestored condition and finish. Some wear to top surface and nor...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
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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