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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Period: 1960s
Period: 1940s
Casaccia by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena - 1960s
Located in Uccle, BE
Rare bedside table or storage unit in walnut designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena in 1962. it will fit perfectly in your bedroom or in the hall of an appartement thanks to ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Ole Wanscher Chest of Drawers in Rosewood for Cabinetmaker A. J. Iversen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Ole Wanscher chest of drawers in rosewood with bass fittings. Made by master cabinetmaker A. J. Iversen. Chest has four drawers.
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1940s Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Scandinavian Vintage Chest of Drawers with Metal Handles
Located in Brescia, IT
1960s teak cabinet with 4 drawers. This chest of drawers is distinguished by the shape of the base that rests directly on the floor without the presence of legs. The linear struct...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Scandinavian Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage 1960s cabinet with drawers. This modern-looking chest of drawers traces the Scandinavian taste for simple and functional design. It is characterized by the prevalence of ...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Kai Kristiansen Model 394 Rosewood Chest of Drawers for Aksel Kjersgaard
Located in Shepperton, Surrey
Very much considered a Danish design classic now, the range of case pieces designed by Kai Kristiansen for Aksel Kjersgaard are an extremely successful study in simple but graceful f...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Arne Wahl Iversen Planter, Scandinavian Design, 1960s
Located in Lyon, FR
Planter made of teak by Arne Wahl Iversen Minor damage on the top (see photos).
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

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

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Fir

Restored Pair of Chests by Edward Wormley, circa 1947
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful pair of Modern chests by Edward Wormley for Drexel, circa 1947. Expertly constructed in silver elm and finished in cream lacquer. The functional size and scale allow for ...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Art Deco Amboyna Burl Wood Commode Attr. Maurice Dufrène 1940s
Located in Paris, IDF
This beautiful 1940s Art Deco chest of drawers attributed to Maurice Dufrène imparts a cosy, glowing mood to any space. The warm amboyna burl wood remains looking healthy and smooth some eighty years later. Gilded carved feet and solid brass handles adorn the front of the commode, and one of the signatures of Maurice Dufrène during his lead at La Maîtrise. This commode feels delightfully modern for the period and charmingly vintage now...
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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass, Gold Leaf

Magnificent Rare Modern Commode by John Stuart, circa 1940 - Pair Available
Located in Atlanta, GA
This majestic commode has undergone a meticulous complete restoration. The chest may be re-lacquered in another Ben Moore color in advance of shipment, if so desired. A stellar ex...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair of Original 1960s Italian Nightstands with Salmon-Colored Glass Top Walnut
Located in Buggiano, IT
Pair of original 1960s Italian nightstands with salmon-colored glass top. Walnut wood. One is Right and one is left. They will be delivered ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Glass, Walnut

Smaller Dresser with Two Drawers in Rosewood of Danish Design from the 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
The smaller dresser with two drawers in rosewood, featuring Danish design from the 1960s, is a delightful and practical piece of mid-century furniture. Danish design from the 1960s ...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Restored American of Martinsville 6 Drawer Chest- Pair Available
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisite example from a rare series by American of Martinsville, circa 1960. Stout, expertly made mahogany case construction restored in cream lacquer. Fabulous, chunky solid bra...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

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

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Gold Leaf

Stunning Restored Pair of Walnut Chests by Michael Taylor for Baker, circa 1960
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent chests are shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Completely installation ready. An exquisite pair of chests designed by th...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Small Precedent Dresser in Elm by Edward Wormley for Drexel
Located in Dorchester, MA
Edward Wormley designed this small four-drawer dresser for Drexel's Precedent Collection. Composed of silver elm, the case sits on a plinth base and features large brass-plated zinc ...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Roger Landault Midcentury Brown Teak Brass Vanity Commode French Modernist, 1960
Located in New York, NY
Roger Landault midcentury rust teak brass vanity commode French modernist, 1960s The front drawers are upholstered in a velour velvet in the same color as the wood. The mirror ca...
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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Peter Hvidt for Thorald Madsen, Pair of Petite Teak Cabinets
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pair of small chests of drawers in teak over birch. Slightly tapering body, brass pulls, and wonderful dark patina add to the overall elegance. A versatile size, the pair work well a...
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1940s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Widdicomb Modern Original Figured Mahogany Three-Drawer Commode
Located in Chicago, IL
Widdicomb modern original Art Deco three-drawer commode with figured mahogany drawer fronts. Picture frame style casing with recessed curved front pli...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair of Bedside Tables Nightstands Oak, Esko Pajamies for Asko Finland 1960s
Located in Aarhus C, DK
Mid-Century Modern pair of nightstands by Finnish designer Esko Pajamies for Asko Finland. Made circa 1960s to 1970s. The nightstands are not identical but very similar. They are p...
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1960s Finnish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Raymond Loewy DF 2000 Chest Of Drawers Credenza For Doubinsky Frères, 1968
Located in ABCOUDE, UT
Nice cabinet from the X-line series by renowned designer Raymond Loewy for Dubinsky Frères, France 1968. A space age icon featuring plastic, which was groundbreaking for its time. Th...
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1960s Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Mid-Century Modern Tiki Brutalist Armoire or Cabinet
Located in Buffalo, NY
Mid-Century Modern Tiki Brutalist armoire or cabinet. Unusual cabinet featuring sculpted panel doors, four large cubbies and four drawers, handsome bras...
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1960s Canadian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid-Century Pair Nightstands Commodes Tables Johnson Carper
Located in Baltimore, MD
Beautiful architecturally stunning MID CENTURY DANISH MODERN 1960’s pair of Bachelor chest by Johnson Carper. Mad Men Home Decor, Vintage Furniture, Fashion Trend Johnson Carper, 19...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Stunning 1960s Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bachelor Chest with Sculpted Details
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the elegance and functional design of our 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bachelor Chest of Drawers. Expertly hand-crafted from premium walnut wood, this exquisite piece has underg...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Renzo Rutili, Chest of Drawers, Maple, Brass, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A maple and brass chest of drawers produced by Johnson Furniture Company, design attributed to Renzo Rutili, USA, 1940s.
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

20th Century Inlaid Wood Italian Louis XVI Style Chest Of Drawers, 1960s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
20th century Italian Louis XVI style chest of drawers. Chest of drawers richly inlaid with floral and geometric motifs and a landscape with musicians in fruit wood, palisander, eboni...
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1960s Italian Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Danish Modern Rosewood Chest of Drawers by Henning Korch, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Rosewood Chest of Drawers by Henning Korch, 1960s. Low Scandinavian Mid-Century modern five drawer dresser Model 103 "Alabama". Designed by Danish architect Henning Ko...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

60's Chest of Drawers
Located in Milano, IT
Mahogany veneered wood chest of drawers with polyester finish, brass ferrules.
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

1960s Upcycled Oak Cabinet of Drawers, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- carefully refurbished - Iron legs were added afterwards
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Paul McCobb, Chest of Drawers, Mahogany, Brass, USA, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and mahogany chest of drawers designed by Paul McCobb and produced by Calvin Furniture, USA, c. 1960s.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

T.F.I, Chest of Drawers, Maple, USA, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A maple chest of drawers produced by T.F.I, USA, c. 1940s.
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1940s American Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Maple

Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Pink Lacquered Lingerie Chest or Semainier
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XV style six-drawer lingerie chest or semainier By Drexel Furniture USA, Circa 1960s Pink lacquered solid cherry wood, with original brass hardware...
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1960s American Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Antique Louis XVI Marble Top Commode in Gray
Located in North York, ON
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this exquisite Louis XVI Marble Top Commode. Crafted in France, circa the 1940s. Its sleek brass inlay and hardware gleam against the sophisticate...
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1940s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

Vintage Danish chest of drawers Teak 6 drawers 108 cm
Located in VEENENDAAL, NL
Beautiful vintage chest of drawers, from Denmark. The chest offers a lot of practical storage space and has a crazy look thanks to the beautiful colour of the teak and the subtle woo...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Antique Louis XVI Style Marble Top Commode in Black
Located in North York, ON
Exquisite antique Louis XVI style Marble Top Commode, a testament to the enduring elegance of French craftsmanship. Crafted in the 1940s, this commode embodies the grandeur of the Lo...
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1940s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

Vintage Danish Bow Front Teak Chest of Drawers, 1960s
Located in Wesseling, DE
Vintage teak dresser from the 1960s, made in Denmark. Beautiful bow front with solid, sculpted teak drawers. Very neat condition with age-related signs of use. Dimensions: W 80 x H ...
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

1960s Upcycled Oak Chest of Drawers, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- carefully refurbished - Iron legs were added afterwards
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Set of 2 Mid-Century Italian Bedside Tables in Wood and Fine Marble Top 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 2 Mid-Century Italian bedside tables in wood and fine marble top, 1960s. Equipped with door and drawer. Brass feet. Intact and in good condition, small signs of aging. We gua...
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1960s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Set of 2 Mid-Century Italian Bedside Tables in wood and fine marble top 1960s
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of 2 Mid-Century Italian bedside tables in wood and fine marble top, 1960s. Equipped with door and drawer. Brass feet. Intact and in good condition, small signs of aging. We gua...
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1960s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid Century Chest Drawers Danish Furniture by Kia Kristiansen 60s
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Mid Century Chest Drawers Teak Danish Vintage Furniture by Kia Kristiansen Features four drawers so ample storage Circa 1960s on this clean piece of vintage furniture Wonderful Mid C...
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1960s Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Carlo De Carli D154 chest of drawers by Sormani, Italy, 1963
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A chest of drawers, model D154, in painted wood with brass cast elements, designed by Carlo de Carli, manufactured by Sormani, Italy, 1963. The intense red color characterizes this t...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Modular Wall unit "Extenso" by Amma Torino, Italy, 1960's
By Amma
Located in Brussels , BE
Mid-Century Modern Modular Wall unit "Extenso" by Amma Torino, Italy, 1960's
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Fantastic Venetian Paint Decorated Commode cabinet with Painted Birds
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous Venetian Paint Decorated with painted birds and floral foliage. The commode has a shelf in the center and the finish has that great time-worn distressed look. The ...
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1940s Italian Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Restored Paul Frankl Mid-Century Modern Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Experience the refined elegance of this mid-century modern chest of drawers, designed by Paul Frankl and expertly restored by our skilled craftsmen. Crafted from mahogany, this piece...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

1960s Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bachelor Chest with Carved Details
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Embrace the timeless allure of our 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bachelor Chest of Drawers, a masterpiece beautifully hand-crafted from walnut. This exceptional piece has been meticulousl...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

1960s Upcycled Oak Chest of Drawers, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- carefully refurbished - Iron legs were added afterwards
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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Schirolli Chest of drawers, 1960’s Italy
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
A stunning Italian Mid-Century Modern chest of drawers unit from Schirolli. The unit consists of 4 loose cases with 9 drawers each. Executed in mahogany veneer finish with flap front...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Signed Classic Louis XVI Distressed Walnut Marble Directoire Commode
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a superb distressed Directoire style commode with a beautiful marble top. The commode measures 50.5 wide x 24.5 deep x 34 tall. The commode is made to look antique is and is ...
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1940s French Directoire Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Fully Refinished Mid Century Modern Dresser by Hickory Manufacturing Company.
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Fully Refinished Mid Century Modern Dresser by Hickory Manufacturing Company. North Carolina. Circa 1960s Features a quintessential Clean lines Mid Century Modern Design and ...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Walnut

English Pine Commode
Located in Pomona, CA
English pine commode. Four drawers with brass pull.
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1960s English Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

2 Swedish Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a unique set of 2 Swedish Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Of Drawers. they have been restored and repainted with Milk Paints "Oyster White"
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1940s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Teak chest of drawers with 4 drawers and lock
Located in Brescia, IT
Cabinet with 4 drawers and lock. A chest of drawers with lines typical of mid-century Scandinavian design. Wood-carved handles add artistic detail and a unique personal touch to eac...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Chest of drawers with 6 teak drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
1960s chest of drawers. Featuring clean lines and a modern design, this chest of drawers stands out for its timeless functionality and style. The 6 drawers provide ample storage spac...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Petite Size English Chest
Located in Nashville, TN
This is such an unusual size 4 drawer English chest it could easily be used beside a chair, bed or many other places you needed a small piece .This item does not have a lot of age on...
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1940s English Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Hardwood

Cassettiera in teak con 3 cassetti e 3 serrature
Located in Brescia, IT
Mobile anni ‘60 con 3 cassetti. Questo pezzo unico cattura lo sguardo con le venature singolari e le sfumature cangianti del legno di radica che conferiscono alla cassettiera una per...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Louis XV style bombe' chest attr. Jacques Bodart
Located in New York, NY
This bombe chest attributed to Bodart is a fine example of his craftsmanship and the opulent style of the Louis XV period. The curved shape and intricate carvings of the chest showca...
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1960s French Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Svensk Fur two-door commode
Located in 'S-HERTOGENBOSCH, NL
Two door dresser in pine by Svensk Fur. Designer: Göran Malmvall. Interior with removable drawers and shelves.
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

20th Century Lacquered and Painted Wood French Chest of Drawers, 1960s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
French dresser from 20th century. Beautiful line furniture of nice decor in lacquered and painted wood. Chest of drawers with two front drawers, of good capacity. Wooden top of good ...
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1960s French Vintage 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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