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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Style: Modern
Style: Baroque
Modern Contemporary Customised Dresser with 8 Drawers, High-Gloss Lacquered Wood
By GMD Berlin
Located in Berlin, DE
Customized dresser with eight drawers, designed and manufactured by GMD Berlin.
These high-quality, handmade furniture in a classic modern timeless d...
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2010s German Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Transitional Painted Oak Dresser, Working White
Located in Westwood, NJ
In the French Louis XVI style, the transitional painted oak dresser has a herringbone pattern in our working white finish, with a long dressing slide above two long drawers, with bra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Late 20th Century Pair of Wood, Brass & Red Murano Art Glass Night Stands
Located in Firenze, Tuscany
Glass color mix: red, beige, hazelnut & brown.
Two capable drawers with red velvet and brass details and an inside space of 71 x 40 x 13 H cm. each drawer.
The drawers handles are...
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1990s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Italian Chest, Green Lacquered Wood and Brass, Italy
Located in Brussels, BE
Contemporary Italian chest, green lacquered wood and brass, Italy.
Different colors available upon order.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Chest of Drewers Finished in White Parchment Leather
By Casa Casati
Located in Milan, MI
A set made up of a chest of drawers and a bedside cabinet inspired by travel trunks. The drawer element has clearly rounded corners and compact proportions, and rests on a structure ...
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2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Italian baroque chests of drawers in wood and metal, 1730-1740s
Located in MIlano, IT
Italian baroque chests of drawers in wood and metal, 1730-1740s
Finely worked sideboard in light and dark wood. The sides and the front, where th...
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1730s Italian Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Trio D L Carpanese Home Italia Chest of Drawers Modern, 21st Century
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
The beautiful mix between ash wood and marble is perfect for you contemporay and modern environment. Complementary with Trio Nightstand, this wonderful chest of drawers is an iconic ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Modern TV table from Egli design
Located in London, GB
Modern TV table from Egli design.
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2010s Lithuanian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Foil
Trio D S Carpanese Home Italia Chest of Drawers Modern 21st Century
Located in Sanguinetto, IT
The beautiful mix between ash wood and marble is perfect for you contemporay and modern environment. Complementary with Trio Nightstand, this wonderful chest of drawers is an iconic ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Modern Light Oak Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern light oak dresser, a six-drawer chest of drawers in our light brushed oak gowan finish with two frieze drawers above and four larger drawers b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Chest of Drawers Featuring Four Push-Pull Drawers
Located in New York, NY
This contemporary piece has references from the 60s with a sleek and high-end design.
The structure is lacquered in stone grey with two large drawers in oak veneer.
The chest comes...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Modern Dark Oak Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern dark oak dresser, a six-drawer chest of drawers in our dark brushed oak charteris finish with two frieze drawers above and four larger drawers ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Small Chest of Drawers in Italian Walnut Molteni&C by Gio Ponti -D.655.2
By Gio Ponti, Molteni & C
Located in New York, NY
D.6655.2 Small Chest of Drawers in Various Woods by Gio Ponti.
Expert-crafted in Italy exclusively by Molteni&C.
A statement piece for the modern home, this small chest of drawers ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Elm, Wood
Antique Dutch Baroque Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Antique baroque style oak chest of drawers, 19th century. With an overhanging scalloped edge top, three shaped drawers with brass hardware, on scroll shaped feet.
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19th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Artistica Contemporary Modern Hall Chest 2 Drawer Geometric Dresser Console
Located in Dayton, OH
"Vintage hall chest or dresser from Artistica featuring rectangular form with clean modern lines and nailhead accented drawers. Color is bluish grey.
The Artistica brand dates back almost 40 years, to a small workshop in downtown Los Angeles, where a group of talented artisans designed simple, yet elegant iron occasional tables that were forged and finished by hand. That craftsmanship and commitment to exceptional design remains the touchstone for the brand.
Today, Artistica Home...
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Late 20th Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
Pair of Italian 18th Century Baroque St. Walnut, Burl Walnut and Bronze Commodes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A stunning and extremely decorative pair of Italian 18th century Baroque st. Walnut, burl Walnut, and bronze commodes. Each three drawer chest is raised by unique and most elegant scrolled tapered legs with fine mottled feet. The bombee serpentine shaped front displays beautiful veneered Walnut panels with impressive foliate bronze pulls with the top drawer displaying a fine keyhole escutcheon...
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
18th C Style Italian Old Walnut 3-Drawer Cassettone Dresser with finish options
Located in Encinitas, CA
Our “Vernazza” Old Walnut 3-drawer dresser - The Italian Art & Handcraft of fine custom antique reproduction. Available in custom size and configuration by quote - handmade to order ...
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2010s Italian Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Vintage Retro Style Chest of drawers with Brass, Copper, Bronze Drawers
Located in Riga, LV
In a stunning design, the Infinity 12-drawer dresser is crafted from ash veneer with a smooth matte finish. Brass, copper and bronze drawer fronts are finished with patina in vintage...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass, Bronze, Copper
Magnificent Inlaid Mixed Wood Italian Serpentine Chest of Drawers
Located in Hopewell, NJ
An exceptional quality antique chest of drawers finely hand crafted in Italy in the 19th century, featuring an intricately inlaid top,...
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19th Century Italian Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Satinwood, Walnut
Contemporary Italian Chest, White Lacquered Wood and Brass, Italy
Located in Brussels, BE
Contemporary Italian Chest, White Lacquered Wood and Brass, Italy
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Modern Ivory Glass Mosaic Chest of 7-Drawers with Oak Frame by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The stainless steel base chest of 7 drawers has a washed ivory wood finish
on oak.
Each drawer is fitted with a silver pull for opening and closing, with handcut ivory glass piec...
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2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Oak
Contemporary Valentina Giovando Chest of Drawers Wood Zinc Silver Purple
Located in Milano, IT
Amatemi Bello, Amatemi Grande, Amatemi Diverso.
Chest of drawers
This Chest of drawers derives its name from a writing by the Russian poet Marina Cvetaeva, it is part of the "Par...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Zinc, Bronze
Chest of Draw in Formica and Bamboo
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
An unusal chest of draw in formica and bamboo with 2 draws.
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20th Century French Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bamboo, Formica
Velo solid wood bedside table, Walnut, Hand-made grey finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
Velo solid wood bedside tables are the result of passion, skills, and refined craftsmanship. They feature structure in solid walnut blockboar...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak, Walnut
Connect Filing Cabinet
Located in Vancouver, BC
The Connect Filing Cabinet was created to be equally elegant and functional in an office setting. The design expresses the process by which the piece is fabricated, with visible construction and fastening details that are integral to the final piece. Traditional joinery techniques are used in conjunction with mass manufacturing technology to create this unique metal cabinetry...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Reclaimed Pine Commode
Located in Westwood, NJ
A reclaimed pine commode constructed with tongue and groove joinery. This beautifully crafted piece has a natural aged pine finish with slight white accents. With four serpentine dra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Contemporary Neutral Hues Chest of Drawers in Bird Eye Wood & Brass Details
Located in Porto, PT
The Matrioska Chest of Drawers is a visual wonder — from its exquisite workmanship to its bold impact. The exceptional design of this modern storage allows it to become a centerpiece...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Chest of Drawers in White Rock Crystal and Casted Brass by Ginger Brown
By Ginger Brown
Located in Bourguebus, FR
The chest of drawers "Kyklos" is made of white rock crystal marquetry with a raw brushed finish.
It has 3 drawers with casted brass decors.
The dresser seats on four cylinder legs f...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rock Crystal, Brass
Late 17th Century Dutch Oak Coffer
Located in London, GB
Late 17th century Dutch Coffer in Oak
A 17th-century Dutch oak coffer with black painted panels, presented in a Baroque style.
Dimension: H 69.5 x ...
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Late 17th Century Dutch Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak, Wood
Kartell Componibili 3-Tier Drawer in Matte Silver by Anna Castelli Ferrieri
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modular elements were designed to meet various needs and to fit into any room in your home: bathroom, bedroom, kitchen or living room. The design solution that animates the Modular s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Plastic
Modern Black, White, Gold, Brass High Gloss Rounded Sideboard with drawers
Located in Riga, LV
The definition of rich furniture design, this beautiful sideboard catches the eye from first sights! Superbly executed by our master craftsmen, this display cabinet is particularly o...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Modern Black and Copper Chest of Drawers in high gloss finish
Located in Riga, LV
This cabinet is the ultimate in sleek glamour. Simple in Silhouette but rich in allure and appeal, the side table Polaris 9 drawers offers a delectable finishing touch to the high-fa...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Copper
Kartell Componibili 4-Tier Drawer in Black by Anna Castelli Ferrieri
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modular elements were designed to meet various needs and to fit into any room in your home: bathroom, bedroom, kitchen or living room. The design solution that animates the Modular s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Plastic
Contemporary Blue, White, Black High Gloss Rounded Console with drawers
Located in Riga, LV
The definition of rich furniture design, this beautiful sideboard catches the eye from first sights! Superbly executed by our master craftsmen, this display cabinet is particularly o...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Modern Contemporary Black and Copper Sideboard in high gloss finish
Located in Riga, LV
This cabinet is the ultimate in sleek glamour. Simple in silhouette but rich in allure and appeal, the side table Polaris offers a delectable finishing touch to the high-fashion home.
Elevate the humble chest from simply a means of storage to a statement piece of luxury furniture in its own right. Placed by both sides of a bed, in a living space at the end of a sophisticated sofa, or even as an addition to an elegant office, the Polaris side table has the potential to bring a room together while simultaneously standing out as a mark of impeccable taste.
Black high gloss finish...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Copper
18th Century Italian Marquetry Chest Of Drawers Museum Quality, Milan ca. 1760
Located in Lichtenberg, AT
An absolute masterpiece of mid 18th century Italian craftsmanship is this unbelievable artfully crafted marquetry chest of drawers out of Milan. Made around 1760 with highest attention to details, this one of a kind museum-quality commode is not only a precious item of antique furniture, much more it is a real smart investment. The very time-consuming restoration of this masterpiece took us more than 9 weeks and has been done by our most experienced master of restoration. The ultimate goal was it to restore it the old way to keep the unbelievable charme of this valuable 18th century dresser. With an age of more than 260 years, this remarkable rare chest of drawers comes with an elegant shaped body made of spruce and poplar, elaborately set nutwood/ cherry veneer and incredible marquetry works all over this unique italian commode. Providing two large drawers, this outstanding 18th century dresser is adorned by fantastic looking, inlayed depicitions of women surrounded by extensively designed round frames made of maple, nut and plum wood. The largest depiction on the front even runs over both drawers. The top plate is an absolute highlight, impressing with this amazing worked 3D-effect frame made of fine ebony, maple and plum wood which looks like a spiral. The same design has also been used on the front of this precious chest of drawers. The second frame with a slight green shine has been additionally surrounded by thin maple threads. Other exceptional 3D effect maple inlays in form of chain links can be found on both sides of the front pilasters. This exceptional "chain" effect is reinforced by so-called "Schwarlot" paintings - a technique which confers it this special depth. An incredibly crafted, one of a kind 18th century Italian chest of drawers...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry, Spruce, Nutwood, Maple, Fruitwood, Ebony
Modern White Blossom Glass Mosaic Tall Chest with Metal Base by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The blossom chest of drawers by Ercole Home has a 3-drawer front, with washed white wood finish on oak.
Handcut glass mosaic in variety shades of white and ivory decorate the surfac...
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2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Liliale Solid Wood Dresser, Walnut in Hand-Made Natural Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
Made in Italy craftmanship shines through the Liliale solid wood dresser. With blockboard structure and slightly inclined drawers, it is made by exp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Serge Credenza by DeMuro Das with Hand-Cast Antique Solid Bronze Legs
By DeMuro Das
Located in New York, NY
Informed by the refined craftsmanship of mid-century Italian design, the Serge Credenza features sculptural two-legged brackets, with a gently tapered silhouette and articulated edge...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Baroque Chest of Drawers, Central Germany, 18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Baroque chest of drawers with three drawers and slightly bulged front on low baluster legs. Restored and hand polished condition.
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18th Century German Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Booleanos Commode 3 Drawers, Chest of Drawers in Warm Wood Veneer, Joel Escalona
Located in Estado de Mexico CP, Estado de Mexico
Booleanos Commode 3 Drawers, Chest of Drawers in Warm Wood Veneer, Joel Escalona
Booleanos collection reflects the concept of involuntary interactions and unexpected intersections.
Geometric cabinet...
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2010s Mexican Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Plywood
Contemporary by Franca Lucarelli e Bruna Rapisarda Sideboard Wood Steel
By Interna8
Located in Pordenone, IT
Inspired by a chocolate bar, coco is characterized by its rigorous and elegant lines. Its unique shape allowed us to explore numerous different opening m...
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2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Baroque Sideboard, Switzerland 2nd Half of 18th Century, Walnut
Located in Belmont, MA
This Baroque cabinet dates back to the second half of the 18th century and comes from Switzerland. The cabinet has two doors, behind them are 9 smaller drawers. The drawers and the o...
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1770s Swiss Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Contemporary Chest of Drawers in Metal and Black Oak
Located in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul
Excellent in size and style, the Ezera drawer is a perfect fit for any living room, narrow corridor and entry hall. Fabricated out of wood, metal, and designed by Larissa Batista, this modern cabinet is a master class...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
DeCastelli Pandora 27 Chest of Drawers in Brushed Copper by Martinelli Venezia
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This drawer unit alludes to the archetypal shape of a vase. Like a modern treasure chest, Pandora was crafted to store - and thus ‘hide’ - all kinds of objects. In its different vers...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Copper
Exceptional Flemish Baroque Collectors Cabinet on Stand, circa 1640, Pristine
Located in Buchanan, MI
An exceptional flemish baroque collectors cabinet on stand, Circa 1640, walnut and palisander marquetry on an ebonized base. Note: Depth is at its deepest point, most of the case is ...
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17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Palisander, Walnut
21st Century Matteo Cibic Petineuse Lacquered MDFMirror Fabric Scapin Collezioni
By Matteo Cibic
Located in Tezze sul Brenta, IT
Bi Petineuse, design by Matteo Cibic, product by Scapin Collezioni
Elegant and sophisticated, BI is a luxury and dreamy petineuse. The gravity of the structure is contrasted by th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Fabric, Mirror
Modern Black Sideboard with Marble Top and Brass, Copper, Bronze, Gold
Located in Riga, LV
Made from ash veneer with steel legs, copper, bronze and brass drawers and unique marble top. It is wonderfully smooth to the touch and looks fantastic. Sideboard Soleil is beautiful...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass, Bronze, Copper
Unicate 80ies Shoe Shine Chair, Original by Werner Schmidt 1987 Art Collection
Located in Vienna, AT
Prototype
Material used is beechwood.
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Late 20th Century Austrian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Beech
18th Century German Baroque Sauteuse Commode
Located in Forney, TX
A unique signed original Baroque Sauteuse commode from the 18th century. Exceptionally executed, this elegant German mid-sized walnut cabinet presents with absolutely beautiful inlay works, including patchwork marquetry, scrolled inlay and fine inlayed thread work that provide this unique period commode a fine touch of luxury. Finished in Rococo Louis XV taste, the artisans carefully selected highest quality, warm, rich woods, including burled walnut, fruitwood, olive wood, burl maple and various other exotic woods. Having a serpentine shaped top and case fitted with two gorgeous curved drawers, each with parcel-gilt brass pulls and interior paper lining marked Fabrication Allemande. Both the case and drawers have been joined by hand carved dovetail joinery. Resting over a wonderfully shaped and hand carved solid walnut base, accented by simple scroll running ornamentation carvings along the apron, gracefully rising on high cabriole legs, terminating on hoof feet. Signed/Stamped, interior, legible.
It is one of the pieces of our extensive collection richer in inlays, very warm and complex, a feature that made us literally fall in love at first sight of this beautiful antique dresser...
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18th Century Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Fruitwood, Maple, Olive, Walnut, Burl
Agresti Polished Black Jewel Chest with Gold-Plated Hardware
By Agresti
Located in New York, NY
Jewel chest in polished ebony. The two side doors close, by key, the five drawers. And on the side you have two necklace bars. The drawers are organized to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Gold Plate
18th Century Spanish Renaissance Style Vargueno
Located in Guadalajara, Jalisco, MX
Exceptional 18th Century Renaissance Style Vargueno on stand.
The stand is in the style of a bridge the front cover depicts the columns and lions of...
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18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wrought Iron
Modern black Side Table in High Gloss with Brass, Copper, Bronze Drawers
Located in Riga, LV
Giving your living area a truly luxurious feel, the Black Side Table will leave your home feeling more sophisticated and thoughtful. Add another side table or sideboard to complete t...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass, Bronze, Copper
RECAMIER DRESSER - Modern Oak + Lacquer Dresser w/ Gold Leaf Hand-Carved Details
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
RECAMIER DRESSER - Modern Oak + Lacquer Dresser w/ Gold Leaf Hand-Carved Details
The Recamier dresser is a beautiful and unique piece of furniture that features a mixed finish desig...
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2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Silver Leaf
"Tecnica" Castored Walnut Drawers Unit Designed by Jaume Tresserra for Dessie'
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Tecnica" is a drawers unit, designed by Jaume Tresserra and manufactured by Dessie', featuring three drawers in walnut, metallic base in antique nicke...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Nickel
"Il Pezzo 2 Highboy" dresser in American walnut - Marquinia marble - brass base
Located in Firenze, IT
Classic, flowing and gentle contours, Il Pezzo 2 gives its own reading of time, old pieces inspiring familiar and comforting sensations.
Crafted entirely from solid American walnut, ...
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2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Contemporary Clay Table with Drawer by Maarten Baas
By Maarten Baas
Located in Warsaw, PL
These vibrant tables are from Maarten Baas’s iconic ‘Clay’ collection launched in 2006. The idiosyncratic childishness of this collection is created through Baas’s individual hand mo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Spanish Baroque Bargueno Style Gilt Cabinet Chest on Stand
Located in Rio Vista, CA
Rustic large Spanish baroque bargueno style cabinet or chest on stand crafted from thick pine. The beautiful case has exposed dove tail joinery and features 6 large storage drawers and is centered by an arched storage door with an ornate carved surround and an old master style religious painting on the door of Christ. The drawers have decorative cartouche designs on the front with an iron pull in the center and finished in gilt. The cantilever style stand has two square leg supports decorated with acanthus vines and gilt finishes flanking four turned supports attached to stretchers. Decorated in the style of a Bargueno or Vargueno desk...
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19th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
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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