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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Period: Mid-20th Century
Period: 1990s
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 Spectacular Italian Serpentine Chest of Drawers, C1930
Located in Devon, England
For your consideration is this superbly stylish Art Deco Italian walnut chest of four drawers dating to the 1930's. It has stunning walnut veneers and great original Art Deco handles...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

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

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

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

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

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

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

Mid-20th Century Palisander Tall Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century palisander tall chest of drawers circa 1960. Good quality Scandinavian tall chest of drawers.  6 equal sized drawers with fitted solid handles, top drawer fitted ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Palisander

Paul Frankl Black Lacquered Highboy Dresser Chest With Drop Front Secretary Desk
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern black lacquered highboy dresser or chest of drawers with unique drop front secretary desk By Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture and retailed by John...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Charlotte Perriand Pine 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

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

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

1960's Vintage Bureau Chest of Drawers
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 ...
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1960s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

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

French Louis XIV Style Custom Painted Chests / Commodes By Dixie - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a timeless pair of French Louis XIV style chests with a custom finish by Dixie Furniture. The body is a blush with gray trim and ivory tops. They are marked with dovetail con...
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Mid-20th Century American Louis XIV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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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

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

Italian Sideboard by Vittorio Dassi
Located in MADRID, ES
Mid-century sideboard designed by Vittorio Dassi. This walnut sideboard consists of two doors, with carved wood and a brass key and lock. The top of the cabinet is the original sta...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

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

Baker Furniture Dutch Oak Bombe Chest or Commode
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Dutch or French Provincial Louis XV style bombay chest, commode, or dresser By Baker Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Solid oak, with original brass hardware. Measures: 33.7...
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1960s American Dutch Colonial Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Danish Teak Dresser, 1960s
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Mid Century teak dresser made and manufactured during the 1960s in the Denmark. The dresser has profiled handles. The dresser consists of 4 drawers with profiled handles. Teak wood items...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Mid 20th century Danish small teak chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century Danish small teak chest of drawers circa 1960. 3 drawers fitted with brass looped handles.  Rich colour and unusually for teak polished surface. Standing on tapere...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Italian six drawers black lacquer with brass handles commode
Located in London, GB
A fine Italian black lacquered six drawers commode with beautiful brass handles and brass sabots . C1950 Italy
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1950s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Sideboard with Roller Shutter Doors
Located in Budapest, HU
Rare sideboard with roller shutter doors, shelwes inside, wood and metal construction. From around 1970's, Italy.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Michel Pigneres Mirrored Chest of Drawers
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Michel Pigneres, chest of drawers, brass, chrome-plated steel, mirrored glass, France, circa 1968. This exquisite cabinet is beautifully designed featuring a nice structure of sharp...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass, Steel, Chrome

Matched Pair of Maison Jansen style Ebonized and Gilded Louis XV Commodes
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
These gorgeous commodes are made of oak and walnut and lacquered in black lacquer and genuine time-worn gold leaf. The commodes were designed in the manner of Maison Jansen of Paris ...
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1960s American Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Conant Ball, Chests of Drawers, Walnut, USA, 1950s
Located in High Point, NC
A pair of walnut chests of drawers designed and produced by Conant Ball, USA, 1950s.
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Sligh Walnut High Chest
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern Sligh Walnut High Chest. Featuring a straight line design, six drawers for storage, recessed handles, chrome ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Chrome

Chest of drawers by Svend Langkilde / Illums Bolighus
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Chest of drawers by Svend Langkilde / Illums Bolighus
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood

1950s Chest of Drawers, Italy
Located in Praha, CZ
- good original condition with minor signs of use
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Michael Taylor for Baker Black Lacquered Chest of Drawers, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie six-drawer dresser, chest of drawers, or buffet server By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East Collection" USA,...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut, Lacquer

Michael Taylor for Baker Far East Collection Black Lacquered Dresser, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie five-drawer dresser or chest of drawers By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East Collection" USA, 1960s Black l...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut, Lacquer

Swedish Gustavian Style Matching Mirror & Chest Of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique Swedish Gustavian Style Matching Mirror & Chest Of Drawers. They been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White" Mirror 50 h x 36 w
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1950s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mirror, Wood

Brouer Mobelfabrik Rosewood Six Drawer Dresser Cabinet
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish low chest of drawers by Brouer Mobelfabrik, manufactured in Denmark, 1965. Crafted from rosewood, the cabinet features tapered mitered edges and six drawers with square recess...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

1960s Upcycled Palisander Cabinet, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refurbished - The iron legs has been added afterwards
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Palisander

Charlotte Perriand, Pair of Chests of Drawers Les Arcs, circa 1960
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Charlotte Perriand (attributed to), pair of chests of drawers in solid pine, circular handles, LES ARCS circa 1960     
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Bedside Tables / Chests
Located in Bradenton, FL
Sophisticated tailored design in this pair of three drawer chests designed by T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb. Each piece features three deep dovetailed drawers and horizontal ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Art Deco chest of drawers, Poland, 1950s. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Art Deco TV chest of drawers from the mid-20th century. The furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation. Dimensions: height 55 cm / w...
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1950s Polish Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Vintage Kai Kristiansen Telephone Cabinet with Table made by Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Oostrum-Venray, NL
Discover the timeless elegance of this vintage telephone cabinet with table, designed by Kai Kristiansen and manufactured by Aksel Kjersgaard in the 1960s. This stylish piece of furniture is a perfect addition for lovers of Danish design and will add a touch of retro charm to any hallway or living space. With a compact width of 41 cm and a handy height of 20 cm, the cabinet is ideal for small spaces, while the table with its dimensions of 88 cm wide and 39 cm high offers space for decoration or everyday use. Advantages: Authentic Danish design by Kai Kristiansen. Compact and functional, perfect for small spaces. High-quality teak finish for durability and style. Good to know This piece of furniture is an authentic item from the 1960s and can be combined with a matching mirror at an additional cost. The depth of the table is 34 cm and of the cabinet 32 cm, making both items easy to place. Resume Vintage design piece from the 60s. Practical and stylish for any modern or retro interior design...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Danish Modern Teak Chest of Drawers, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Teak Chest of Drawers, 1960s. Classic Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern dresser with four wide drawers manufactured in Denmark in the 1960s. Drawer fronts with beautiful ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Michael Taylor for Baker Black Lacquered Chest of Drawers, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie four-drawer bachelor chest of drawers or bedside chest By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East Collection" USA,...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut, Lacquer

Pair Brutalist Four Drawer Commodes, Italy, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
1960s Italian pair brutalist design four drawer commodes. Long, thin, narrow slits of wood create the fronts of the commodes. Sides and tops are smooth. When closed, drawers appear t...
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1960s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

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

Gorgeous Mahogany Cane Commode by John Hutton for Donghia - Pair Available
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent commode is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. The...
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1990s American Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cane, Mahogany

20th Century Walnut Wood Italian Art Deco Style Chest Of Drawers, 1960s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Elegant Italian chest of drawers from the mid-20th century. Art Deco style furniture with ebonized wooden base and body veneered in walnut wood, of excellent quality. Dresser equippe...
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1960s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Maison Jansen, Pair of Black Lacquer Cabinets, France, 1965
Located in New York, NY
Twin columns of twisted gilt wood form the vertical borders of this gracefully symmetrical, black lacquered, double door cabinet. Provenance: In 1965 Maison Jansen decorated a Paris...
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1960s French Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Gorgeous Solid Cherry Signed Francesco Molon Marble Top Butlers Commode Desk
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous butler's commode with a dropdown desk with cubbies. The commode is made of figured cherry with beautiful brass hardware and a great ma...
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1990s Italian Directoire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Michael Taylor for Baker Far East Collection Black Lacquered Chests of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
A stunning pair of mid-century modern Hollywood Regency Chinoiserie dressers or chests of drawers By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East Collection" USA, 1960s Black lac...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut, Lacquer

Kai Kristiansen. a Model 394 Rosewood Dresser from Aksel Kiersgaard Denmark 1960
Located in Paris, FR
Kai Kristiansen (Denmark. Born 1929) Low, 4-drawer chest made from rosewood, produced by Aksel Kjersgaard in Odder, Denmark, c1960. Features Kristiansen’s trademark circular drawer ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

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

1960s Italian White Patinated Wooden Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Elevate your space with the timeless allure of this 1960s Italian white patinated wooden chest of drawers. Radiating an air of elegance, the base is finished in a pristine white, acc...
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Mid-20th Century Italian French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Model 296 Chest of Drawers, Alvar Aalto, Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab
Located in Helsinki, FI
Model 296 chest of drawers, designed by Alvar Aalto, manufactured by Oy Huonekalu- ja Rakennustyötehdas Ab, 1930s. Painted birch. Good vintage condition, rich patina and wear consist...
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1930s Finnish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch, Paint

Ebonized Figural Brass Marble Top Napoleonic Side Cabinet Commode
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous black lacquered or ebonized side cabinet in the Napoleonic style. The cabinet features beautiful bright brass castings of cherubs and figures and various other for...
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1960s European Napoleon III Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

Vintage Italian elegant chest of drawers attr. to Paolo Buffa with brass knobs
Located in Milano, IT
Enter the enchanting world of Italian craftsmanship from the 1950s, where every piece of furniture was a work of art, and elegance was paramount. This exquisite Italian chest of draw...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair of Bedside tables in parchment by Aldo Tura for Tura Milano
Located in Conversano, IT
Elegant pair of nightstands in parchment gray-green designed by Aldo Tura and produced by Tura Milano in the 1970s. Rare in this color that gives it a beauty that is difficult to ren...
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1960s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Parchment Paper

Palisander beside chest by Niels Clausen for N.C. Møbler
Located in St-Brais, JU
A rare beside chest of drawers designed by Niels Clausen for N.C. Møbler. Made in Denmark, 1960s. The corpus is in original vintage condition with minor signs of wear. With manufactu...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

1960's Italian Walnut & Sycamore Commode & Drybar
Located in Aspen, CO
1960's Italy Walnut & Sycamore Commode & Drybar Restored
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1960s Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Sycamore, Walnut

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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