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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Period: 1970s
Period: 18th Century and Earlier
White Painted Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden circa 1770
Located in Round Top, TX
The enticing curves of the drawers and cabriolet feet create the strong visual appeal in this pine chest of three drawers. Restored, the white painted finish has been scraped through...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine, Paint

Olaf Von Bohr for Kartell Mod. 4963 Chest of Drawers, I§taly 1970s
Located in Naples, IT
Designed by Olaf Von Bohr and meticulously manufactured by Kartell, this versatile sideboard or shoe cabinet, model 4963, is a masterpiece of avant-garde vintage design. The rectangu...
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Plastic

Important pair of Louis XV-era bowed and walnut-root dressers
Located in Cesena, FC
Pair of Italian (Venetian) Louis XV dressers. Important pair of Lombardy Venetian dressers from the Louis XV period (mid-1700s). Of wavy, rounded shape on front and sides, entirely ...
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1750s Italian Louis XV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Nutwood

Antique George I Quality Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique George I quality walnut chest of drawers having a quality walnut rectangular top with a moulded edge above two short and three long walnut crossbanded drawers with attractive...
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1740s English George I Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Handsome Restored Pair of Vintage Henredon Campaign Chests in Espresso Lacquer
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent commodes are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. A beautiful pair of Henredon Campaign chests...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

William and Mary Oysterwood Chest
Located in Skipton, GB
A fine and documented William and Mary period chest of drawers. The top is veneered in well chosen olive oysters laid in geometric patterns incorporating, concentric circles, roundel...
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Late 17th Century English William and Mary Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Olive, Sycamore

Danish Rosewood Chest of Drawers, Denmark, 1970s
Located in Chorzów, PL
Danish rosewood chest of drawers, Denmark, 1970s Very good condition, after professional renovation. Wood: rosewood Simensions: height: 48 cm, width: 100 cm, depth: 43 cm.
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1970s French Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Chest, 17th Century, Spain
Located in Girona, Spain
17th century Spanish wooden chest Chestnut chest. No restorations needed. Original patina. Original iron work: Handles; hinges; lock 17th cent...
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17th Century Spanish Rustic Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Chestnut

Charles II Oak and Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Lymington, GB
Charles II period (1630-1685) oak and walnut chest of drawers, or commode. Retaining old waxed surfaces of very good rich color and patination. With typical geometric drawer fronts and side runners, confirming a late 17th century date of c 1680. Walnut panel inserts to the drawer fronts. Retains its original stile feet and the base with its original bold moulding. Brass key escutcheons...
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1680s English Charles II Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak, Walnut

18th Century George III Mahogany Serpentine Chest
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality George III mahogany serpentine chest of drawers in the manner of Gillows, having a boxwood inlaid top, above four graduated serpentine drawers, each with b...
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Mid-18th Century English George III Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

A Dutch Neo Classical 18 Century Mahogany Armoire and Chest of Drawers
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
A Louis XV period Dutch mahogany armoire and chest of drawers that in its time would have been used as a linen press. The armoire is topped with a serpentine carved cartouche showing a classical male head in profile wearing a wreath; inset in open carved acorn branches over a pair of panelled doors in beautifully matched mahogany. The doors are also topped with opposing carved oval profiles. The front sides of the top section have rounded fluted columns with gilded Corinthian capitals flanking carved molded edge floral doors. The lower bombe section of serpentine form with three graduated drawers, original brasses, interior shelving with three drawers; terminating on large carved lions...
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Mid-18th Century Dutch Dutch Colonial Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Mid-Century Modern Italian Bamboo and Rattan Dresser with 5 Drawers, 1970s
Located in Prato, IT
Mid-Century Modern Italian Bamboo and Rattan Chest of drawers. Each of the 5 drawers has a full-length bamboo handle that gives a special, decorative look to the cabinet. This piec...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bamboo, Rattan

18th Century George III Chippendale Period Mahogany Linen Press Wardrobe
Located in Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
A fine George III mahogany linen press in outstanding original condition. The press was obviously made to exceed with the cabinetmaker using only the very finest materials in an extr...
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1760s English Chippendale Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Exceptional Restored Neoclassical Style Commode in Bamboo and Brass, circa 1975
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent chest is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Completely Installation Ready. An absolutely jaw-dropping custom commissione...
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1970s Unknown Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

18th Century Mahogany Chest with Brushing Slide
Located in Martlesham, GB
18th century mahogany chest of drawers, the moulded edge top above a brushing slide with turned brass knob handles, four graduated mahogany lined drawers b...
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1770s British Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

18th Century English George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
For sale is a good quality George III mahogany chest of drawers, having an arrangement of four graduated drawers, each with brass handles. The chest stands on bracket feet and is in ...
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

English Adam Ince & Mayhew Mahogany Commode
By Mayhew & Ince
Located in New York, NY
English Adam style (18th Century) mahogany commode with 2 doors and satinwood inlaid figures, swags and decoration supported on carved square tapered feet (Attributed to INCE & MAYHEW)
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Mid-18th Century British Adam Style Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany, Satinwood

Large Danish 18th Century Mahogany Dresser Or Chest of Drawers
Located in Copenhagen, K
Beautiful Baroque mahogany chest of drawers with four large drawers and bronze hardware, circa 1740-1750, Copenhagen Denmark.
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Mid-18th Century Danish Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

German Baroque Commode
Located in Montreal, QC
Fine diminutive German Baroque serpentine front walnut veneered and inlaid chest of drawers.
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18th Century German Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Stellar Restored Eight-Drawer Chest by Baker in Cream Lacquer, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful eight-drawer chest by Baker, circa 1970. Expertly crafted Walnut case construction with exquisite detail. Iconic carved interlocking circle pulls accent the drawers. A pi...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

18th Century Georgian Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Dublin 8, IE
18th century Georgian mahogany chest of drawers. It features two smaller drawers above three full-length drawers with original brass swan neck handles and decorative brass escutcheons on the lower drawers. Carved fluted pillars, in the classical style, flank either side of the drawers with the whole chest sitting on simple ogee bracket...
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18th Century English George III Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Louis XV Kingwood Commode
Located in Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire
A Louis XV kingwood commode of a good color and patina: attractive serpentine and bombe shape, original mounts still retaining most of thei...
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Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Kingwood

18th Century Two Part Chippendale Highboy in Cherrywood
Located in Milford, NH
A fine two part Chippendale cherry highboy with a wonderful warm color and patina. The upper case with a molded cornice surmounting three small fitted top drawers over four graduated...
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18th Century American Chippendale Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Fabulous Restored Pair of Cream Raffia Chests by Baker, circa 1975
Located in Atlanta, GA
Stunning examples from a difficult to find series by Baker Furniture, circa 1975. Expertly crafted hardwood case construction with stylish base detail, veneered in raffia. Handsome solid brass hardware mark the drawers. Textured jewelry...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

A George III Satinwood Commode
Located in London, GB
A FINE GEORGE III SATINWOOD SERPENTINE COMMODE, CIRCA 1780. Cross-banded in tulipwood, the drawers edged with a trompe l'oeil zig-zag banding.
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18th Century Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Satinwood

Rococo Oak Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark circa 1770-1800
Located in Round Top, TX
Large antique oak rococo chest of four drawers with handsome brass hardware pulls all resting on cabriolet feet. This commode has been given an exceptional new professional blue/gree...
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Late 18th Century Danish Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

18th Century, French, Walnut Commode/ Chest with Gilt Bronze Hardware
Located in Essex, MA
A large elegant late 18th century period Louis XV serpentine front three-drawer walnut commode/ chest with a lovely top in perfect condition with an outstanding patina to the entire ...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Walnut

Louis XVI Commode by Pierre Roussel
Located in New Orleans, LA
Matchless style and high-quality craftsmanship are the hallmarks of Pierre Roussel's furniture, and this exceptional Louis XVI-era commode epitomizes this master craftsman's skill. Crafted of rosewood veneer with a violet wood frame and intricate parquetry inlay, the cabinet's graceful design is also highly practical. The compact form holds two drawers, one of which can be locked for added security. A specimen of marble provides the perfect surface, while bronze ormolu mounts add an additional hint of luxury to the drawers and body. Elegantly curved cabriole legs with bronze ormolu shoes complete this impeccable piece. Known for his superior craftsmanship, Roussel was a highly respected maître ébéniste of the 18th century. His furniture pieces were favoured by grand patrons such as the Prince de Condé and the Princess of Monaco...
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18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Beautiful Pair of Oak, Rattan and Cane Campaign Commodes by McGuire, circa 1970
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent pair of commodes are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Ello Gunmetal Stainless & Smoked Mirror Tall Boy Dresser
Located in Hanover, MA
1970 designed "Moods" tall boy wardrobe designed by O. B. Solie for Ello Furniture Mfg. Co. clad in gunmetal tinted brushed stainless steel and smoked mirror. Post Moden space age vibe, luxury construction. Six smoked mirror clad drawers on left side and two cabinets on right side with doors clad in tinted mirror. Each cabinet has a single removable shelf. Blackened metal pulls. White laminate interior. Smoked mirrored glass on top of case. Case floats 7' above the floor on smoked stainless clad slab sides. Please see our separate Ello listings for the matching queen size floating platform bed...
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1970s American Space Age Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Stainless Steel

Sarreid Hollywood Regency Campaign Brass Clad Compact Chest of 3 Drawers Stand
Located in Buffalo, NY
Sarreid Hollywood Regency Campaign Brass Clad Compact Chest of 3 Drawers Stand,,, Black lacquer asian modern style base,, 3 dovetail drawers,,
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1970s Spanish Hollywood Regency Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Console inox design François Monnet pour Kappa / Uginox vintage Space Age 1970
Located in MONTREUIL, FR
Meuble TV ou Hi-Fi / console en inox brossé et plexiglass. Design par François Monnet pour Kappa / Uginox. Fabriqué en France dans les années 1970. Très bel état vintage ! Très lourd.
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1970s European Space Age Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Stainless Steel

Strikingly Beautiful Vintage Black and White Inlaid Chest of Drawers
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Magnificent strikingly graphic black and white dresser having ebonized wood with some areas of wood grain visible and white flower-esque inlay decoration. Knobs are lovely decorativ...
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1970s American Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

French Provincial green Beige Commode Chest of drawers
Located in Valladolid, ES
The 18th century French commode is a stunning example of furniture from that era. In this case it,s a large Commode as a chest !!!!It features two drawers, providing ample storage sp...
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1790s French French Provincial Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Vintage bamboo chest of drawers by maugrion, 1970s
Located in HEVERLEE, BE
Elegant wooden and bamboo chest of drawers with 3 large drawers. Produced by Maugrion, delivering quality rattan and bamboo furniture and sold in high segment furniture shops such a...
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1970s French Bohemian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bamboo

Pair of Milo Baughman Book Matched Burl Wood Night Stands for Founders Furniture
Located in Houston, TX
The Milo Baughman Night Stands for Founders Furniture exemplify the epitome of sophistication and craftsmanship. Renowned for his innovative designs, Baughman's creation of these nig...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

French Régence 18th Century Walnut Commode or Chest of Drawers
Located in Newark, GB
A wonderful piece of furniture, this fine 18th century French Régence commode or chest of drawers has a feel of the massive about it. With the beautiful patina and deep colour expect...
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Early 18th Century French Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut, Wood

Pair of Mid Century Nightstands with Chrome Drawer Pulls
Located in Asheville, NC
Enhance your bedroom decor with this stylish pair of high-quality nightstands, each boasting sleek chrome drawer pulls. The dark black lacquer top and sides lend a touch of elegance ...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Chrome

Classic Mid Century Highboy Dresser with Chrome Drawer Pulls
Located in Asheville, NC
Elevate your bedroom decor with this high-quality highboy dresser featuring sleek chrome drawer pulls. Its dark lacquer top and sides add a touch of sophistication to any space. Dim...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Chrome

Rare Mid Century Modern Rosewood Gentlemen's Chest with Lucite Base by Modernage
Located in Asheville, NC
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your space with this hard-to-find piece from the Mid-Century Modern era. Crafted from luxurious rosewood and featuring a sleek lucite base, this g...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Chrome

Charlotte Perriand ' Les Arcs'
Located in Zandhoven, BE
Rare Vintage chest of drawers by Charlotte Perriand, as Used in the Iconic Les Arcs Ski-Resort. This remarkable vintage cabinet, crafted by the legendary Charlotte Perriand and onc...
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Mid Century Chest of Drawers model 4601, Simon Fussell for Kartell, Italy 70s
Located in Lucija, SI
Nice black chest of drawers designed by Simon Fussell for Kartell Italy This is model 4601 3-5 In very good conditions
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Plastic, Fiberglass

Small Scale Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Period Walnut Chest, Marble Top
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Measuring only 34.5 inches wide, this small scale late eighteenth century French Louis XVI period walnut commode or chest of drawers features a grey marble top and fluted rounded cor...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Hitchcock Chippendale Mahogany Four-Drawer Small Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A Hitchcock Chippendale Mahogany Four-Drawer Small Chest of Drawers finished on all sides and with side handles. 24"W x 15"D x 25H
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Mid-17th Century American Chippendale Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

18th C. French Louis XV Carved and Painted Wood Commode
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XV carved and painted wood commode, with subtle serpentine shaped body, from the 18th century. This antique chest from France has a shapely top with serpentine front a...
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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

20th Century Chippendale Mahogany Four-Drawer Small Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
A 20th Century Chippendale Mahogany Four-Drawer Small Chest of Drawers with side handles. Measures 25" in width, 16" in depth and stands 30.5" tall. Drawers are 19" in width x 12" in...
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Mid-17th Century American Chippendale Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

18th C. Italian Tuscan Beautifully Carved Wood Chest w/Amazing Feet "Wow!"
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous Italian Tuscan carved-wood chest of drawers from the 18th century. This antique chest from Tuscany, Italy features a subtle break-front design along its front, with a nice...
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18th Century Italian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Louis IV commode/ chest of drawers
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Hutton-Clarke Antiques is delighted to present a superb 18th century French Louis XV commode, masterfully crafted from tulip wood, walnut, and rosewood. This exceptional piece featur...
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1770s French Louis XV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Near Pair of 18th Century Walnut Commodes
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Near pair of 18th C walnut commodes on stands. Would make good bedside tables. 1740. Height for smaller commode is 28 inches (71 cms). Reference: 8403 Dimensions 37 inches (94 cms...
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18th Century Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Mid-Century Modern Rare Lane Brutalist Mosaic Hope Chest Paul Evans Style
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Modern rare lane Brutalist Mosaic hope chest Paul Evans style Fabulous Lane Brutalist mosaic chunky walnut hope chest. This piece ...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Swedish Rococo Marquetry Bombay Commode, circa 1750-70
Located in Round Top, TX
Swedish rococo period commode with detailed marquetry throughout. It is the Bombay curves and saber feet turning gently outwards that draws one to this elegant commode with intricat...
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Small 18th Century German Louis Seize Commode in Walnut with 2 Drawers, 1790
Located in Berlin, DE
Crafted in the opulent style of Louis Seize during the late 18th century, this Small German Commode in Walnut with Two Drawers stands as a refined testament to the elegance of the er...
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1790s German Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cherry, Poplar, Walnut

Italian 18th Century Walnut and Mahogany Three-Drawer, Serpentine Front Chest
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian walnut and mahogany three-drawer chest from the 18th century with serpentine front, aged bronze hardware and bracket feet. Immerse yourself in the allure of the 18th centu...
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18th Century Italian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

George II Three over Three Drawer Mahogany Chest
Located in Wilson, NC
George II three over three drawer mahogany chest, the top having beautiful straight grain , flat edge with small cove molding underneath. The top, drawers and sides are solid maho...
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1780s English George II Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

18th Century Italian Painted Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good decorated 18th C Italian three drawer painted pine commode. 1790. Reference: 8389 Dimensions 46.5 inches (118 cms) Wide 22 inches (56 cms) Deep 36 inches (91 cms) High
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18th Century Italian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

18th Century Italian Painted Chest Or Commode
Located in Houston, TX
18th Century Italian Painted Chest Or Commode. Stunning 18th century Italian painted commode or chest with gilt accents from the Tuscany region of Italy. This lovely 2 drawer chest i...
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18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

China Red Chest Of Drawers With Brass Details From The 1970s – Lacquered Series
Located in Roma, RM
China Red chest of drawers with brass details from the 1970s – Lacquered Series Product details Dimensions 132 L x 87 H x 50 D cm
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1970s Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

18th Spanish Console Table with Carved Drawers and Original Hardware
Located in Miami, FL
This Spanish 19th century features a beautiful one plank rectangular top over a carved drawer featuring slightly different hardware, is adorned with geometrical motifs and their ori...
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Late 18th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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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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