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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Biedermeier
Italian 1940s Oak chest of drawers
Located in Milan, IT
Splendid Italian 1940s Oak chest of drawers.
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

MidCentury Black Wood Pink Glass and Brass Commode and Chest of Drawers, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Beautiful dresser design in typical Italian style with a beautiful contrast between pink, black and shiny brass. Fashion color for the whole year 2023 and again for next year. This c...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair of Nightstands in the Style of Paolo Buffa, circa 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of remarkable bedsides rosewood in the style of Paolo Buffa, 1950s. The same set includes the dressing table with the mirror, but the two nightstands are also sold individually.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Aquidneck Dresser by Brian Paquette for Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Aquidneck Dresser is part of the collaborative collection with interior designer Brian Paquette and features six drawers with solid wood knobs. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is ...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Danish Midcentury Cabinet in Oak by Hans Wegner, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Rare cabinet in oak. Designed by Hans J Wegner for RY Moebler cabinetmakers in the late 1950s.
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1950s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

1960s Italian Art Deco Mid-Century Modern Wood, Glass and Brass Chest of Drawers
Located in Carimate, Como
Beautiful Italian 1960s commode, sideboard, credenza, buffet or chest of drawers in elegant and classic wood in its natural graining with gilt brass details such as the drawers handl...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

19th century Biedermeier mahogany chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century biedermeier mahogany chest of drawers circa 1840. Elegant piece of Scandinavian biedermeier furniture with flame mahogany drawer fronts. Good quality 4 drawer chest, 1...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Biedermeier Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Heritage Henredon Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Weymouth, MA
Vintage Heritage Henredon Mid-Century Modern walnut chest of drawers. Five drawers with brass accents on drawer pulls and four splayed feet..
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

1960's Pair of Vintage Chests by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in London, GB
A magnificent pair of vintage chests, these were made in the USA by Dunbar furniture, they were designed by Edward Wormley. Edward Wormley was one of the leading pioneers of mid-cen...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Diminutive Mid Century Cerused Oak Three Drawer Dresser with Brass Handles
By (after) Raymond Loewy, Mengel Furniture Co.
Located in New York, NY
Chic diminutive dresser, having three drawers with recessed brass pulls. The solid oak case is in original cerused finish, it is in very good, clean and ready to use condition. Remi...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Biedermeier Semainiere with Marble Top, early 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
High chest of drawers or semainiere with seven large drawers and a concealed drawer under the marble top. The chest of drawers stands on carved lion paws and is accentuated by smooth...
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Early 19th Century European Biedermeier Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Modern Oak Wood Dressers: Sleek Design Meets Functional Elegance
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elevate your living space with the sophisticated charm of our modern oak wood dressers, a stunning pair that marries exceptional craftsmanship with contemporary flair. These mid-cent...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

19th Century German Biedermeier Cherrywood and Ebonized Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome 19th century German Biedermeier cherrywood commode with ebonized details. This piece has a very fine finish, clean lines and high-quality construction. Superb!!
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Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cherry

19th Century Walnut Biedermeier Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful 19th century German walnut Biedermeier commode. Gorgeous wood grain with lots of movement and ebonized details. Very special!
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Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Pink Lacquered Chest of Drawers, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern six-drawer dresser or chest of drawers By Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture USA, 1950s Pink lacquered mahogany, with lucite and brass drawer pu...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Danish Small Chest of Drawers File Cabinet Made from Oak Midcentury Modern 1960s
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Mid-century Scandinavian small chest of drawers made from oak with a beautiful warm patina. It’s most like made in Denmark. Manufactured ca 1960s. The front of the drawers and the ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Mid-Century Modern Oak 72-Drawer Library Card Catalog Cabinet, Circa 1950s
Located in South Bend, IN
A rare and exceptional Mid-Century Modern 72-Drawer library card catalog cabinet USA, Circa 1950s Oak, with brass hardware, metal drawer interiors, and three pull-out writing tablets. Measures: 39.25"W x 19.5"D x 53.5"H. Drawer interiors:: 5"W x 14"D x 3.5"H. Good vintage condition. Would make an excellent parts cabinet or art supply cabinet.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal, Brass

19th Century Biedermeier Antique Karelian Birch Chest of Drawers Commode
Located in Shippensburg, PA
BIEDERMEIER PARCEL-EBONIZED BIRCH ARCHITECTURAL CHEST OF DRAWERS Cica early-to-mid 19th century Item # 310EDO04Q A lovely Biedermeier commode with ...
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19th Century European Biedermeier Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch, Pine

19th Century German Biedermeier Black Walnut Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome 19th century German Biedermeier black walnut commode. Featuring a gorgeous wood grain, a beautiful finish and 3 drawers for storage. Fabulous!!
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19th Century Biedermeier Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Heywood Wakefield Sculptura Maple Vanity with Mirror
Located in Oakland, CA
Beautifully restored Midcentury Heywood Wakefield Sculptura vanity with mirror crafted of solid maple with three drawers and glass shelf, a...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cut Glass, Mirror, Maple

Two Mickey Mouse Chest of Drawers by Pierre Colleu for Disney by Starform
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Two Mickey Mouse Chest of Drawers by Pierre Colleu for Disney by Starform the price is for the two small slits on one hand
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Plastic, Beech

Mid Century Modern Delineator Chest of Drawers by Paul McCobb for Lane, c1960s
Located in Chino Hills, CA
Prepare yourself to indulge in the timeless elegance and sophistication of mid-century modern design with this rare model of the 'Delineator' series Chest of Drawers. Designed by the...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Chrome

Biedermeier Chest of Drawers with Trumeau Mirror, Germany, early 19th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Biedermeier chest of drawers veneered in mahogany with light thread inlays on the front. The dresser features a triangular pediment with dentil frieze and is flanked on the sides by ...
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Early 19th Century German Biedermeier Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Antique chest of drawers - post, Northern Europe, around 1870. After renovation
Located in Chorzów, PL
A chest of drawers from the end of the 19th century, imported from Northern Europe. The furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation. Chest of drawers finished...
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1870s Swedish Biedermeier Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Tommi Parzinger Elegant Chest Of Drawers with Brass Pulls 1940s (Signed)
Located in New York, NY
Chest of drawers model TP104 in dark brown mahogany with brass pulls by Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern, American 1940's (signed "Charak Modern" in drawer). The dark brown grain c...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Kent Coffey Perspecta Collection Walnut and Rosewood Chest of Drawers, C. 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
Experience the timeless allure of the "Perspecta Collection" chest of drawers, a masterpiece by Kent Coffey, meticulously restored to perfection by Stamford Modern. Crafted from ebon...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Dan Johnson for Hayden Hall Maple Chest of Drawers, 1946–47
Located in San Francisco, CA
A rare 1946–1947 mid-century modern three-drawer chest or dresser in maple by Dan Johnson for Hayden Hall. Early piece in a prescient contemporary-looking minimalist geometric style...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Maple

Chest of Drawers in Rosewood & Brass Details, 1950s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Chest of drawers in rosewood with brass handles, finials and details. Black glass top. 1950s, slight wear due to age and use. Signs of wear on glass. Packaging with bubble wrap and c...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Italian commode made of Murano glass and brass inserts
Located in LE TOUQUET-PARIS-PLAGE, FR
Stylish vintage Italian commode made of Murano tinted glass and brass inserts. Very elegant in this combination of black and bronze colors. The chest of drawers is based on a vintag...
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Late 20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

George Nelson Nine Drawer Miniature Chest for Herman Miller Mod. 5517 Sideboard
Located in Argelato, BO
George Nelson (Chicago 1908 - Barrington 1986) Vertical chest of nine drawers from the "Miniature Chests" series. Herman Miller production, design 1952, marketing 1952-1963. White pa...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Aluminum

Italian chest of drawers, design, 1960
Located in Nice, FR
Italian chest of drawers from the 60s, 6-drawer front, walnut marquetry iron base with wooden shoes Wooden handles The chest of drawers has not been restored
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Fruitwood

1950s dresser, brown stained beech, and mirror
Located in Milano, IT
Classic vintage Italian-made dresser with mirror, stained beechwood legs, eight drawers in bois de rose wood veneer, brass handles and beautiful green back-treated glass top. Unresto...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Oak and Brass Niguel Dresser by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Niguel dresser features 3 drawers, brass cap feet, and brass inlaid details. The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Angeles, California. Reach out to disc...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Cassettiera anni '60 in teak
Located in SAN PIETRO MOSEZZO, NO
Cassettiera anni '60 in teak composta da 13 cassetti di diverse misure. La struttura è retta da un tubolare di ferro laccato nero con piedini in ottone. L'originalità di questo mobi...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass, Iron

Mid century chest of drawers U-458 by Jiri Jiroutek, Czechoslovakia, 1960´s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Mid-century chest of drawers, model no. U-458, designed by Jiri Jiroutek. It was made in the 1960´s and produced by “Interier Praha”. This model associated with world-renowned EXPO 5...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Beech, Plywood

Antique chest of drawers - post, Northern Europe, circa 1850. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique chest of drawers - bar from the mid-19th century in the Biedermeier style. The style is characterized by simple design, consistent with comfort and functionality. A chest o...
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1850s Norwegian Biedermeier Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Interlubke Side-table, Chest of Drawers, 1970s, Germany
Located in Antwerp, BE
Side table in cherrywood and lacquered white laminate, three drawers, West German manufacture INTERLUBKE, 1970s. Perfect stability and in original perfect condition.
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Chrome

Mid-Century Red Chest of Drawers by Carlo di Carli - Italy 1970s
Located in Brussels, BE
Mid-Century red Chest of Drawers by Carlo di Carli - Italy 1970s
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Glass, Wood

Mid century chest of drawers No. U-453 by Jiri Jiroutek, Czechoslovakia, 1960´s
Located in Prague 8, CZ
Mid century chest of drawers, model no. U-453, designed by Jiří Jiroutek for Interiér Praha. It was made in the former Czechoslovakia in the 1960´s. This model is associated with the...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Oak, Plywood

Cees Braakman CB05 Birch Chest of Drawers for UMS Pastoe, 1952, Netherlands
Located in London Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire
A Cees Braakman CB05 Birch chest of drawers for UMS Pastoe, designed 1952, Netherlands. A Cees Braakman designed CB05 birch chest of drawers, part of the Combex range. Consisting ...
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Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch, Plywood

Mid-Century Modern Style Solid Wood and Colored Glass Italian Sideboard
Located in Madrid, ES
Sideboard 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 of brass...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Vintage Mid-Century Modern Walnut Chest: Enduring Style & Sophistication
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rediscover the elegance of the 1960s with our Mid-Century Modern Walnut Chest of Drawers, meticulously revived by our skilled craftsmen to its former glory. Crafted from premium waln...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

American Designer, Chest of Drawers, Oak, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
An oak chest of drawers with cerused detailing designed and produced in the US, c. 1940s.
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

1960s Italian Sideboard/Chest of Drawers in High Gloss Finish with Glass Top and
Located in Praha, CZ
- Birch finish - Good original condition - The part of the right side has been repaired before
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Glass, Palisander

Set of four decorative Maison Regain pine chest of drawers and bench
Located in Valby, 84
Set of three separate chests of drawers and a pine bench all by Maison Regain, meticulously fashioned from solid pine. The artistry is evident in the tapered edges, showcasing an ex...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Mid-Century Modern Italian Bamboo Chest of Drawers or Commode, 1970s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian bamboo dresser with 7 drawers and glass top from 1970s.
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bamboo, Wicker

Chest of Drawers or Night Stands or Dresser, Florence Knoll for Knoll Teak Black
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Minimalist dresser / night stand by Florence Knoll for Knoll in 1950s. A rare early design of Florence and hard to find. The curved grip less drawers combined with the Minimalist bla...
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1960s Belgian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

1960s chest of drawers cabinet, brown wood
Located in Milano, IT
Cabinet with flap openings and drawer made of exotic wood veneer. ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Paul McCobb Planner Group Black Lacquered Bachelor Chest, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern three-drawer bachelor chest or bedside chest By Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture, "Planner Group" USA, 1950s Black lacquered solid birch, wit...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Near pair of Danish 1970s teak chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Near pair of Danish 1970s teak chest of drawers circa 1970. Here we have a near pair of danish teak chests.  These have always been together as they were both in the same condition ...
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Late 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Steel

Small Mid-Century Chest of Drawers in Spruce and Marble, 1972
Located in Berlin, DE
This fantastic Small Mid-Century Chest of Drawers in Spruce and with round Marble Ball Feet was made around 1972. The chest is in a great vintage condition. A unique piece which is ...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Pair of sideboards, circa 1960, Italy
Located in Girona, Spain
Pair of sideboards. Made with pine. Handcrafted iron work. Circa 1960, Italy. Very good vintage condition. Mid-Century Modern (MCM) is a design movement in interior, product, graphic design, architecture, and urban development that was popular from roughly 1945 to 1969, during the post–World War II period. The term was used descriptively as early as the mid-1950s and was defined as a design movement by Cara...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Mid-Century Series "Fitting" by Piarotto Wooden Chest of Drawers Italy 70s
Located in Palermo, IT
Beautiful chest of drawers with six large drawers, in wood with aesthetic perimeter finishes and large shaped handles in gilded metal. Upper surface with leaning glass...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Vintage Danish Rosewood Drawer Units by Stil i Stål Denmark, 1960s. Set of 2.
Located in Asaa, DK
Vintage Danish Rosewood Drawer Units by Stil i Stål Denmark, 1960s. Set of 2. Pair of Danish Mid-Century Modern pedestal cabinets with three drawers each m...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

1960's Vintage Tall Chest of Drawers by Kanges U.S.A.
Located in Opa Locka, FL
1960's Traditional Vintage Tall Exotic Walnut Chest of Drawers. Manufactured by Kanges and excellent quality workmanship. Please look closely at pictures, very good interior storage.
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Lingerie Chest by Drexel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mid-century modern tall chest of drawers by Drexel for their 'Barbados' collection. Featuring brass hardware and accents, giving a campaign style. Please confirm location NY or NJ
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

1960s Omann Jun Palisander Chest Of Drawers
Located in Praha, CZ
- Item has been carefully refurbished
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Palisander

Antique 19th Century Biedermeier Half Cabinet
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Biedermeier Half Cabinet from 1820, Germany Standing on four legs with plates cabinet, made of massive ash wood with harmonious graining. The plates and the upper edge are ebonized....
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1820s Biedermeier Antique 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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