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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Period: Mid-20th Century
Period: 1970s
Paolo Buffa storage cabinet, Italy, 1950s
Located in Rivoli, IT
Beautiful wooden storage cabinet, wood veneer with brass knobs attributed to the craftsmanship of Paolo Buffa
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1950s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid-Century Pair of Florence Knoll Chests of Drawers
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

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Walnut

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Collection Ebonized 32", 38" or 48" Chests
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

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Brass

Venetian Style Chest of Seven Drawers from 1960, Original Worn Painting
Located in Buggiano, IT
Venetian style chest of seven drawers from 1960, original worn painting Very practical and elegant piece of furniture. Comes from an old city hous...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Fir

Mid 20th century mahogany baroque revival chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century mahogany baroque inspired commode circa 1950. Danish made mahogany chest with shaped fronted drawers  very much in the baroque taste.  4 drawers with ornate brass a...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid-Century Teak Chest of Drawers from G Plan, 1970s
Located in South Shields, GB
A teak chest of drawers from G Plan from the Fresco range Featuring 4 drawers
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Mid century small mulberry bombe chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
1950's small mulberry bombe shaped commode chest of drawers circa 1960. Rococo revival chest of small proportions. Petit scandinavian commode circa 1960. Made in beautiful mulberry...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Danish Vintage Cabinet by Kai Kristiansen
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous Danish vintage cabinet by Kai Kristiansen, made in Denmark in the 1960’s. It is of superb quality, with a very stylish and practical...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Wall Mounted Nightstands by Silvio Cavatorta, Brass, Glass, Italy, 1950s
Located in Wolfurt, AT
This Italian set of two floating bedside tables dates from the 1950s. The design comes from Silvio Cavatora. They are made of rosewood and have a brass frame, the shelf is made of cr...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Danish Rosewood Chest of Drawers in the manner of Arne Wahl Iversen, 1960s
Located in Southampton, GB
1960s Danish rosewood chest of drawers designed in the manner of Arne Wahl Iversen. Made of a beautiful Brazilian rosewood with a stunning grain it has 3 good sized drawers on back ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Crème Vellum Chest of Drawers w. Brass Details by Aldo Tura - Italy 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Italian modern dresser from Aldo Tura. This exceptional piece is executed in lacquered goatskin parchment with refined brass detailing....
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1970s Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid 20th century birch Scandinavian chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century birch Scandinavian chest of drawers circa 1960. Here we have a practical piece of everyday furniture from the mid 20th Scandinavian...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

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

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Wood

French Pair Wooden Side Chests w/Marble Tops & Brass Accents, Mid 20th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French pair of painted wood side chests, with marble tops and brass accents, from the mid 20th century. These mid-century commodes from France each feature a rectangular-shaped wit...
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Mid-20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Paul McCobb for Calvin Furniture Gentleman's Chest
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful vintage walnut gentleman's chest designed by Paul McCobb for his iconic mid-century modern series by Calvin Furniture. Framed in a beautifully grained walnut veneer, this i...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid-century design chest of drawers
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Mid-century design chest of drawers in very good original condition. Wooden frame lined with black glass, the front of the drawers is a mirror.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Glass, Wood

Mid century carved oak small chest of drawers by bodafors
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid century carved oak small chest of drawers by Bodafors circa 1960. 3 drawer chest of drawers of small proportions.  Single brass drop handles to the front. Carved and shaped dra...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Vintage Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A very stylish and well made vintage walnut chest of drawers. This was made in the USA, it dates from the 1960’s. The quality is excellent, this is beautifully designed and has lots...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Pair of bedside tables in parchment by Aldo Tura for Tura Milano
Located in Conversano, IT
Discover the sophistication of Italian design with this extraordinary pair of parchment bedside tables, the brainchild of Aldo Tura for the acclaimed Tura Milano company in the late ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Parchment Paper

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....
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

Deco 1940s chest of drawers of Scandinavian manufacture
Located in Brescia, IT
Particular 1940s chest of drawers. This 1940s vintage furniture piece features three drawers. The handle carved in wood is black while the rest of the cabinet is light gray. Good c...
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1940s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Franz Xaver Sproll chest in Walnut
Located in grand Lancy, CH
The Swiss furniture maker, Franz Xaver Sproll is known for high-quality, hand-crafted furniture in solid wood, featuring characteristic details such as organic and round shapes. The ...
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1960s Swiss Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Italian modern modular chest of drawer 4964 by Olaf Von Bohr for Kartell, 1970s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian modern modular chest of drawer 4964 by Olaf Von Bohr for Kartell, 1970s Modular chest of drawers mod. 4964 with rectangular base with rounded corners, in white plastic. The s...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Wooden drawer used by old Japanese lacquerware craftsmen/Made in 1963/Showa era
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a lacquerware craftsman's workbench made on January 8, 1963. The production date is written on the back of the drawer. This work drawer is a stand for applying red and black ...
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cedar

Art Deco chest of drawers – Italy 1930
Located in Girona, ES
Spectacular large Art Deco chest of drawers in wood with rosewood veneer for the body and base, and burl mahogany for the drawer fronts (made of solid oak) and the foot. French polis...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

1940’s Glass Top Medical Cabinet
Located in Houston, TX
The 1940s Glass Top Medical Cabinet is a captivating blend of style and functionality, boasting a delightful pistachio green hue that resonates with vintage charm. This unique piece ...
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1940s Unknown Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

GEORGE NELSON THIN EDGE CHEST / Cabinet for HERMAN MILLER. Classic Modernist
Located in Buffalo, NY
Nice early George Nelson 'Thin Edge' chest of drawers with classic aluminum pulls and walnut or mahogany veneer. Divided drawers,,, Produced in the 1950s & 1960s by Herman Miller, ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Aluminum

Industrial chest of drawers with six big drawers
Located in Langemark-Poelkapelle, BE
Vintage chest of drawers in Pinewood! Six large drawers to store your stuff! Dxhxl: 50x86x170 cm Inside size drawers: 41,5x32x44 cm
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Mid-20th Century French Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Danish modern Petite teak chest of drawers by Hans Hove & Palle Petersen
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Danish modern Petite teak chest of drawers by Hans Hove & Palle Petersen Made by Christian Linnebergs mobler. Has 5 small sliding drawers made of solid birch blonde wood. Small End t...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Steel

Antique Country French Louis XV Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Louis XV Commode ~ Chest of Drawers is a great choice for adding a style flair to a room while providing abundant storage in the three full-width, deep drawers! Hand-crafted from solid oak, it features a beveled and contoured top with a beautifully scrolled apron and legs below. The entire facade, including the legs, are finely carved with stylized shell and foliate designs in bold relief. Rococo-inspired brass pulls and key guards round out the embellishment. This is also a popular size for smaller bathroom sink...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

1960’s Bramin ‘System 160’ modular Hi-Fi cabinet
Located in Bern, CH
1960’s Bramin ‘System 160’ modular stereo cabinet / storage system. Designed by Sven Ellekaer, Denmark. Consists of three separate stackable units with teak veneer. Upper module with one height adjustable shelf. Middle section with LP rack...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Small Brass 3 Drawer Treasure Chest by Sarreid
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Small captivating brass over wood small chest having 3 drawers and nailhead decoration with recessed handles.
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1960s American Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid Century Low Sculptural Sideboard in Oak, Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker, 1960
Located in Odense, DK
A sculptural low rectangular classic sideboard / cabinet in oak with plenty of storage and a nice carved front design. Made by a Danish cabinetmaker in the 1960s. Four sliding doors...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Unique Pair of Rosewood Consoles by Arch. Kai Kristiansen, Denmark 1950s, Rare
Located in Forest, BE
This is a pair of floating consoles/ nightstands. The model is extremely rare and rarely offered in rosewood. Made of the finest veneer. The drawer is made of massive rosewood and th...
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1950s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Fruitwood

Central European Hand-Painted 20th Century Chest of Drawers
Located in Asheville, NC
Romantic nine-drawer hand-painted Central European chest with shadow box and bun feet. The indented miniature theatre pocket drawer in center with ha...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Gold Leaf

Pair of Venetian Bedside Tables
Located in Houston, TX
Pair of Mid Century Italian bedside tables. Wavy and rounded furniture in walnut and beech woods with beautiful lines. Bedside tables with one door of good capacity and a functional ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Pair of Rattan and Bamboo Bedside Tables Mid-Century Italian Design
Located in Palermo, IT
Pair of rattan and bamboo bedside tables, Mid-Century Italian design Intact and in good condition.
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1970s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bamboo, Rattan

Vintage Birch Wood Mid-Century Chest of Drawers: Timeless Elegance Restored
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Embrace the timeless beauty of the 1960s with our birch wood mid-century chest of drawers, a testament to classic design and superior craftsmanship. Handcrafted from premium birch wo...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

20th Century Art Deco Sweden Commode or Chest of Drawers
Located in Madrid, ES
An Art Deco chest of drawers in birch wood, marquetry, with three drawers and handles in copper and brass, the birch wood has been painted with floral motifs and lacquered, the key i...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

Kent Coffey Sequence Mid Century Walnut and Brass 36" Chests - Pair
Located in Countryside, IL
Kent Coffey Sequence Mid Century Walnut and Brass 36" Chests - Pair Each chest measures: 36 wide x 20 deep x 30.75 high All pieces of furniture ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Antique Victorian Style Wellington Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous antique Wellington chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from around the 1930’s. The quality is outstand...
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1930s British Victorian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Low Midcentury Rosewood Chest of drawers by Brouer Møbelfabrik, 1960s
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

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Rosewood

Art Deco Chest of Drawers, Hamptons of Pall Mall, London 1930s
Located in London, GB
An English four over two walnut chest of drawers, made by the renowned company Hamptons of Pal Mall in London, Hamptons was a fine quality cabinetmaker from this period with good qua...
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1930s British Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Art Deco style chest of drawers from the mid-20th century, Poland. After renovat
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco style TV chest of drawers from the 1950s. The furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation. Dimensions: height 46 cm / width ...
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1950s Polish Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Walnut Chest of Drawers: 1960s Elegance Redefined
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the timeless elegance of the 1960s with our Mid-Century Modern Walnut Chest of Drawers, a masterpiece that has been masterfully restored to reflect the unique blend of style and craftsmanship of the era. Crafted from premium walnut, this dresser has been given a new lease on life through professional restoration, with a deep, dark walnut stain protected by a durable lacquer finish that accentuates the wood's natural warmth and grain. This chest of drawers offers extensive storage solutions, featuring three dovetailed drawers and two doors that open to reveal spacious compartments and shelves, perfect for organizing your belongings in style. The top drawer is enhanced with wood dividers, adding to its functionality. Original steel knob handles, meticulously cleaned and polished, provide a touch of vintage flair and complement the piece's aesthetic. Resting on four carved tapered legs, this dresser not only offers stability but also elevates its overall design, making it a statement piece in any bedroom setting. More than just a storage unit, this dresser is a work of art that embodies sophistication and mid-century charm. Ideal for those who appreciate the seamless integration of mid-century aesthetics with modern-day functionality, this Drexel lacquered...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Aluminum

Small Rosewood Dresser by Kai Kristiansen for FM Møbler, 1960s
Located in Elshout, NL
Danish Design by Kai Kristiansen This stylish chest of drawers was designed by Kai Kristiansen and produced by Feldballes Møbelfabrik in the 1960s. This cabinet is made of rosewood...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

20th century burr birch cutlery cabinet by bodafors
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine quality cutlery cabinet by well known swedish makers bodafors, circa 1950. Quarter veneer panel to the front below which applied carved swags and foliage. Standing on 4 cabrio...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

Walnut veneer Cabinet from Italy, 1970s
Located in amstelveen, NL
Chest of drawers made of walnut veneer, Italy, 1970s. The craftsmanship of this piece is exceptional. The walnut has been carved on the surface with a 'grissinato' motif to look lik...
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1970s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Maison Regain Chest of Drawers in Solid Elm
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Maison Regain, chest of drawers, solid elm, France, 1970s This charming chest of drawers or small commode is produced by the French furniture company Maison Regain. This item is wel...
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1970s French Post-Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Elm

Charlotte Perriand Chest of Drawers for Les Arcs, France 1960s
Located in Almelo, NL
Charlotte Perriand Chest of Drawers for Les Arcs, France 1960s This is a description of a pine chest of drawers that was designed ...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Italian Vintage Chest of Drawers in Oak
Located in Houston, TX
Great looking Italian Vintage chest of drawers made out of high quality oak wood. Top is display beautiful wood grain. Chest has 3 spacious draw...
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1970s Italian Brutalist Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

French Louis XV Kidney Style Iroko & Marble Top Little Chest of Drawers, c 1960
Located in Labrit, Landes
Antique commode in the Louis XV style, French chest of drawers, circa 1960. Iroko, marble top and brass. The kidney shape of tops on the furnitures is typical of the 18th century. It...
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Mid-20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

Chest of drawers by Ico Parisi for Fratelli Longhi, Italy 1960s
Located in Greding, DE
White high chest of drawers with chrome-plated handles and black lacquered top and base. The chest of drawers was designed by Ico Parisi for Fratelli Longhi. The cylindrical shape an...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Vintage Italian Chest of Drawers in Cherry Wood
Located in Houston, TX
Unusual vintage chest of drawers from Italy made out of Cherry wood. Very unique design presented on top of the doors. Many wood squares combined together at the different angle to s...
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1970s Italian Brutalist Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Chrome

Mid-Century Modern Sligh Walnut Bachelor Chest
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Sligh Walnut Bachelor Chest. Featuring a straight line design, four drawers for storage, recessed handles, chrome trim with caps on the feet,...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Chrome

Neoclassical Italian chest of drawers inlaid
Located in STRAČOV, CZ
Neoclassical Italian chest of drawers inlaid Luxury Italian chest of drawers from Northern Italy - Milan area. A unique chest of drawers design with rich floral inlay, bronze gilt a...
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1950s Italian Neoclassical Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Mid-Century French Provincial Chest By John Widdicomb In French Blue
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a French Provincial chest in an original French blue paint by John Widdicomb. It has the original brass hardware and dovetail construction. The nightstands are available as w...
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Mid-20th Century American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Henredon Mid-Century Hollywood Regency Black Lacquered Campaign Chest, 1970s
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style chest or cabinet By Henredon, "Artefacts" Collection USA, Circa 1970s Black lacquered oak, with original brass hardw...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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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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