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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Period: 1940s
Period: Late 18th Century
Antique Period Late 1700's English Georgian Quarter Sawn Oak Chest on Stand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Period Late 1700's English Georgian Oak Chest on Stand with the upper section comprised of 2 side by side drawers above 3 graduating drawers. Base section comprised of two si...
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Late 18th Century British Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique Period Late 1700's English Georgian Quarter Sawn Oak Chest on Stand
Antique Period Late 1700's English Georgian Quarter Sawn Oak Chest on Stand

Antique Period Late 1700's English Georgian Quarter Sawn Oak Chest on Stand

1940s Swedish Chest of Drawers with Walnut Veneers with Curved Edges
Located in London, GB
Functionality is a key aspect of this 1940s Swedish chest of drawers. The design provides ample storage space to fulfil your organizational needs while maintaining a streamlined and ...
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1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

1940s Swedish Chest of Drawers with Walnut Veneers with Curved Edges
1940s Swedish Chest of Drawers with Walnut Veneers with Curved Edges

1940s Swedish Chest of Drawers with Walnut Veneers with Curved Edges

Late 18th-century Venetian Walnut Wood Dresser in the Louis XV Style
Located in Barletta, IT
Late 18th-century Italian Venetian Dresser in Walnut Wood, Louis XV Style. It features 3 large drawers with bronze handles and cabriole legs. Origin: Italy, Veneto Period: Late 18t...
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Late 18th Century Italian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Late 18th-century Venetian Walnut Wood Dresser in the Louis XV Style
Late 18th-century Venetian Walnut Wood Dresser in the Louis XV Style

Late 18th-century Venetian Walnut Wood Dresser in the Louis XV Style

American Cherry Chest of Drawers with Flanking Fluted Quarter Columns, VA C 1780
Located in Hollywood, SC
American Cherry five drawer chest of drawers with a carved molded edge top, flanking fluted quarter columns, original brasses, and terminating on the original ogee bracket feet. Virg...
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1780s American American Colonial Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

American Cherry Chest of Drawers with Flanking Fluted Quarter Columns, VA C 1780
American Cherry Chest of Drawers with Flanking Fluted Quarter Columns, VA C 1780

American Cherry Chest of Drawers with Flanking Fluted Quarter Columns, VA C 1780

18th Century Continental Table Chest of Drawers
Located in Lymington, Hampshire
Unusual 18th century walnut shaped table chest of drawers.
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Late 18th Century English Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

18th Century Continental Table Chest of Drawers
18th Century Continental Table Chest of Drawers

18th Century Continental Table Chest of Drawers

Dorothy Draper style Chest
Located in Stamford, CT
Three drawer chest with tongue and groove construction. Raised moulding provides drawer pull.
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1940s American Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Hardwood

Dorothy Draper style Chest
Dorothy Draper style Chest

Dorothy Draper style Chest

18th Century inlaid mahogany chest
Located in Martlesham, GB
A fabulous quality 18th Century inlaid mahogany bowfront chest of drawers, having a lovely figured top decorated with chequered inlay, four long graduated drawers below with finely e...
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1790s British Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Alligator

18th Century inlaid mahogany chest
18th Century inlaid mahogany chest

18th Century inlaid mahogany chest

Pair of Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Black Lacquer Low Chests by Kittinger
By Kittinger
Located in New York, NY
This bold and thoughtfully composed Pair of Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Low Chests in Black Lacquer with Antique White Gold Greek Key Detailing are by Kittinger and originate fr...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Lacquer

Pair of Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Black Lacquer Low Chests by Kittinger
Pair of Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Black Lacquer Low Chests by Kittinger

Pair of Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Black Lacquer Low Chests by Kittinger

French 18th Century Commode
Located in Stockbridge, GA
This 18th century commode is made of a beautiful flamed walnut, with 3 drawers.
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

French 18th Century Commode
French 18th Century Commode

French 18th Century Commode

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

French Provincial green Beige Commode Chest of drawers
French Provincial green Beige Commode Chest of drawers

French Provincial green Beige Commode Chest of drawers

Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Black Lacquer Low Chest by Kittinger
By Kittinger
Located in New York, NY
This bold and thoughtfully composed Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Low Chest in Black Lacquer with Antique White Gold Greek Key Detailing is by Kittinger and originates from the Un...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Lacquer

Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Black Lacquer Low Chest by Kittinger
Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Black Lacquer Low Chest by Kittinger

Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Black Lacquer Low Chest by Kittinger

Magnificent Rare Modern Commode by John Stuart, circa 1940 - Pair Available
By John Stuart
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

Materials

Brass

Magnificent Rare Modern Commode by John Stuart, circa 1940 - Pair Available
Magnificent Rare Modern Commode by John Stuart, circa 1940 - Pair Available

Magnificent Rare Modern Commode by John Stuart, circa 1940 - Pair Available

Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Period Marquetry Rosewood Commode, Chest
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Found in the region of Normandy, France, this rare smaller scale late eighteenth century Louis XVI period sauteuse chest features a geometric marquetry facade of rosewood, lemon wood...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Period Marquetry Rosewood Commode, Chest
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Period Marquetry Rosewood Commode, Chest

Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Period Marquetry Rosewood Commode, Chest

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

Materials

Brass

Ole Wanscher Chest of Drawers in Rosewood for Cabinetmaker A. J. Iversen
Ole Wanscher Chest of Drawers in Rosewood for Cabinetmaker A. J. Iversen

Ole Wanscher Chest of Drawers in Rosewood for Cabinetmaker A. J. Iversen

Louis XVI Chest of Drawers Veneered in Rosewood with Gray Marble Top
Located in Prato, IT
Tuscany, Louis XVI, end of the 18th century Rosewood veneer with fruit wood fillets Good conditions Coeval marble Dimensions: W103 x D56 x H85 cm.
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Late 18th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Carrara Marble, Siena Marble

Louis XVI Chest of Drawers Veneered in Rosewood with Gray Marble Top
Louis XVI Chest of Drawers Veneered in Rosewood with Gray Marble Top

Louis XVI Chest of Drawers Veneered in Rosewood with Gray Marble Top

18th Century Louis XVI Marquetry Walnut Commode / Chest of Drawers
Located in Darmstadt, DE
An 18th century Louis XVI marquetry commode with three drawers was built in France. The veneers of walnut and nutwood and ribbon inlays with lime wood and black bog oak on a spruce w...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

18th Century Louis XVI Marquetry Walnut Commode / Chest of Drawers
18th Century Louis XVI Marquetry Walnut Commode / Chest of Drawers

18th Century Louis XVI Marquetry Walnut Commode / Chest of Drawers

Antique George III Serpentine Flame Mahogany Chest Drawers, 18th Century
Located in London, GB
This is beautifully crafted antique George III flame mahogany serpentine fronted chest of drawers, circa 1780 in date. The curvaceous serpentine chest is made from the finest quality flame mahogany. The top features a moulded edge, it has four long graduated drawers above a shaped apron and it is raised on splayed bracket feet. Fitted with decorative brass handles and with working locks and key. This piece is truly unique and is guaranteed to bring beauty and charm to your home for many years to come. THE BOTANICAL NAME FOR THE MAHOGANY THIS ITEM IS MADE OF IS SWIETENIA MACROPHYLLA AND THIS TYPE OF MAHOGANY IS NOT SUBJECT TO CITES REGULATION. Condition: In excellent condition having been beautifully cleaned, polished and waxed in our workshops, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 98 x width 117 x depth 62 Dimensions in inches: Height 38.6 x width 46.1 x depth 24.4 Flame Mahogany Thomas Sheraton - 18th century Furniture designer, once characterized mahogany as "best suited to furniture where strength is demanded as well as a wood that works...
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1780s English George III Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique George III Serpentine Flame Mahogany Chest Drawers, 18th Century
Antique George III Serpentine Flame Mahogany Chest Drawers, 18th Century

Antique George III Serpentine Flame Mahogany Chest Drawers, 18th Century

German Louis XVI Chest Of Drawers with Carvings and Marquetry, circa 1780
Located in Greven, DE
Antique classicist chest of drawers Germany Walnut around 1780 Dimensions: H x W x D: 81 x 111 x 61 cm Description: Two-tier chest of drawers with fine carved decoration, created ...
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Late 18th Century German Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

German Louis XVI Chest Of Drawers with Carvings and Marquetry, circa 1780
German Louis XVI Chest Of Drawers with Carvings and Marquetry, circa 1780

German Louis XVI Chest Of Drawers with Carvings and Marquetry, circa 1780

Late 18th Century American Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Well figured American walnut Four drawer chest Supported by high bracket feet Early open bale brass hardware
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Late 18th Century American American Classical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Late 18th Century American Walnut Chest of Drawers
Late 18th Century American Walnut Chest of Drawers

Late 18th Century American Walnut Chest of Drawers

Superb Circassian Walnut Bronze French Empire 1780s Era Commode Dresser
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a fantastic, absolutely breathtaking Circassian Walnut with incredible contrasts of blacks and browns that are remiscient of rosewood. The piece features bronze figural carya...
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1780s French Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Superb Circassian Walnut Bronze French Empire 1780s Era Commode Dresser
Superb Circassian Walnut Bronze French Empire 1780s Era Commode Dresser

Superb Circassian Walnut Bronze French Empire 1780s Era Commode Dresser

Rare Model Charles Dudouyt Mid 20th Century French Art Deco Oak Sideboard
Located in Benington, Herts
An extremely rare model Charles Dudouyt mid 20th Century French Art Deco oak sideboard. French circa 1940 This fine sideboard is signed to the back by the great designer Charles Du...
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1940s French Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Rare Model Charles Dudouyt Mid 20th Century French Art Deco Oak Sideboard
Rare Model Charles Dudouyt Mid 20th Century French Art Deco Oak Sideboard

Rare Model Charles Dudouyt Mid 20th Century French Art Deco Oak Sideboard

French 18th Century Cherry Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in San Francisco, CA
A fine 18th century French Louis XVI cherry wood commode or chest of drawers. Having three drawers with original brass hardware and original marble top. Nice proportions with classic...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

French 18th Century Cherry Wood Chest of Drawers
French 18th Century Cherry Wood Chest of Drawers

French 18th Century Cherry Wood Chest of Drawers

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

Materials

Iron

18th Spanish Console Table with Carved Drawers and Original Hardware
18th Spanish Console Table with Carved Drawers and Original Hardware

18th Spanish Console Table with Carved Drawers and Original Hardware

18th Century Louis XVI Period Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
18th Century Louis XVI Period Commode ~ Chest of Drawers features a facade en arbalette lavished with superb neoclassic carved detail that is visually captivating! When viewed from ...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

18th Century Louis XVI Period Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
18th Century Louis XVI Period Commode ~ Chest of Drawers

18th Century Louis XVI Period Commode ~ Chest of Drawers

Peter Hvidt for Thorald Madsen, Pair of Petite Teak Cabinets
By Thorald Madsens Snedkeri, Peter Hvidt
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

Materials

Brass

Peter Hvidt for Thorald Madsen, Pair of Petite Teak Cabinets
Peter Hvidt for Thorald Madsen, Pair of Petite Teak Cabinets

Peter Hvidt for Thorald Madsen, Pair of Petite Teak Cabinets

Antique George II Walnut Chest On Chest
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An antique Georgian walnut chest on chest with three short drawers below a moulded crown above three long drawers in the upper cabinet and over 3 long drawers in the lower case. The ...
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Late 18th Century English George II Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique George II Walnut Chest On Chest
Antique George II Walnut Chest On Chest

Antique George II Walnut Chest On Chest

Antique English 19th Century George III Chest of Drawers, C.1800
Located in London, GB
An antique English George III Mahogany bow fronted chest of drawers. Made in England, dating from C.1800. Fine quality piece on classic Georgian splayed bracket feet, and oval bras...
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Antique English 19th Century George III Chest of Drawers, C.1800
Antique English 19th Century George III Chest of Drawers, C.1800

Antique English 19th Century George III Chest of Drawers, C.1800

Louis XVI Commode Stamped Nicolas Virrig
Located in BARSAC, FR
Nicolas Virrig - Paris - Master April 11, 1781 Important Louis XVI chest of drawers with central projection in marquetry presenting on the front reserves in rosewood treated as butt...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

Louis XVI Commode Stamped Nicolas Virrig
Louis XVI Commode Stamped Nicolas Virrig

Louis XVI Commode Stamped Nicolas Virrig

18th Century French Louis XV Walnut Marble Top Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
18th Century French Louis XV Walnut Marble Top Commode combines elegance, premier craftsmanship and timeless hand-selected materials to create a special piece your family will consid...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Bronze

18th Century French Louis XV Walnut Marble Top Commode
18th Century French Louis XV Walnut Marble Top Commode

18th Century French Louis XV Walnut Marble Top Commode

Swedish Mid Century Modern Wooden Chest of Drawers in Pine Produced, 1940s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Rare wooden mid century chest of drawers commode in pine with brass handles produced in Sweden, 1940s. In good condition. Dimensions: H: 70 cm / 27.55" W: 96 cm / 37.80" D: 46 cm /...
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1940s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Swedish Mid Century Modern Wooden Chest of Drawers in Pine Produced, 1940s
Swedish Mid Century Modern Wooden Chest of Drawers in Pine Produced, 1940s

Swedish Mid Century Modern Wooden Chest of Drawers in Pine Produced, 1940s

Art Deco dresser with four drawers 20th century
Located in Premariacco, IT
Chamber dresser made circa 1940 entirely of wood with four large, sturdy drawers. The cabinet lends itself well to all kinds of environments thanks to its small size and soft, gentl...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Art Deco dresser with four drawers 20th century
Art Deco dresser with four drawers 20th century

Art Deco dresser with four drawers 20th century

Late 18th century Swedish Gustavian painted chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Late 18th century Swedish Gustavian painted chest of drawers, circa 1790. Fine quality oak and pine Gustavian period commode, with scraped back paint. 5 drawer chest with a small d...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak, Paint, Pine

Late 18th century Swedish Gustavian painted chest of drawers
Late 18th century Swedish Gustavian painted chest of drawers

Late 18th century Swedish Gustavian painted chest of drawers

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

Materials

Pine, Paint

White Painted Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden circa 1770
White Painted Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden circa 1770

White Painted Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden circa 1770

French 18th Century Louis XVI Style Mahogany Chest of drawers
Located in CANTELEU, FR
Coming from France. Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of Louis XVI style with this remarkable mahogany chest of drawers, a piece that evokes the refinement and sophistication...
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1780s Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

French 18th Century Louis XVI Style Mahogany Chest of drawers
French 18th Century Louis XVI Style Mahogany Chest of drawers

French 18th Century Louis XVI Style Mahogany Chest of drawers

Big Mid-Century Modern Commode, Mahogany, Opaline, Brass, style V. Dassi - Italy
Located in Girona, ES
Big commode, six-drawer, mahogany veneer, stained mahogany stands, French polish. Drawers interiors in ashwood. Polished brass handles and feet. Black opaline on top. In the style of Vittorio Dassi...
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1940s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Big Mid-Century Modern Commode, Mahogany, Opaline, Brass, style V. Dassi - Italy
Big Mid-Century Modern Commode, Mahogany, Opaline, Brass, style V. Dassi - Italy

Big Mid-Century Modern Commode, Mahogany, Opaline, Brass, style V. Dassi - Italy

18th century Gustavian Chest of Drawers, Sweden 1780
Located in Leimen, DE
Gustavian chest of drawers, Sweden, 1780-1800. This elegant chest of drawers is made of yew tree and has a mahogany veneer. Furthermore, it has its original bronze fittings and escut...
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1780s Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

18th century Gustavian Chest of Drawers, Sweden 1780
18th century Gustavian Chest of Drawers, Sweden 1780

18th century Gustavian Chest of Drawers, Sweden 1780

Louis XVI Dresser, Eastern France 1780
Located in Leimen, DE
This unique Louis XVI Chest of Drawers dates back to around 1780 and comes from Western France. The three drawer commode has a cherry veneer and is decorated with plum inlays on the ...
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1780s French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cherry

Louis XVI Dresser, Eastern France 1780
Louis XVI Dresser, Eastern France 1780

Louis XVI Dresser, Eastern France 1780

Small Lacquered Commode with Chinese Scenes in the style of Maison Jansen
By Maison Jansen
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This very nice and decorative small commode is made of lacquered and gilt wood with chinese scenes. This very elegant chest of drawers is wonderfully decorated with bronze handles an...
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1940s French Neoclassical Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Small Lacquered Commode with Chinese Scenes in the style of Maison Jansen
Small Lacquered Commode with Chinese Scenes in the style of Maison Jansen

Small Lacquered Commode with Chinese Scenes in the style of Maison Jansen

XL Pine Haberdashery Cabinet From France, Circa 1940
Located in Nashville, TN
XL Pine Haberdashery Cabinet From France, Circa 1940. Solid pine construction with fantastic original use and patina.
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1940s European Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

XL Pine Haberdashery Cabinet From France, Circa 1940
XL Pine Haberdashery Cabinet From France, Circa 1940

XL Pine Haberdashery Cabinet From France, Circa 1940

1940's Cerused Sideboard by Huntington Chair Corp
Located in Dallas, TX
Clean Modernist lines, a gorgeous dresser or sideboard dating from the 1940's, produced by Huntington Chair Corp - Huntington, West Virginia. Oak grain in cerused finish gives it a u...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

1940's Cerused Sideboard by Huntington Chair Corp
1940's Cerused Sideboard by Huntington Chair Corp

1940's Cerused Sideboard by Huntington Chair Corp

Art Deco walnut-root dresser with four drawers
Located in Premariacco, IT
Elegant and refined walnut briar dresser from the early 1940s, Italian production of high quality and workmanship. Linear design and small size with proportions ideal for any kind o...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Art Deco walnut-root dresser with four drawers
Art Deco walnut-root dresser with four drawers

Art Deco walnut-root dresser with four drawers

Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, Germany 1780
Located in Leimen, DE
This elegant Neoclassical chest of drawers comes from Germany and dates back to around 1780-1800. It stands out for its beautiful variations of walnut veneer grains. The top of the ...
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1780s German Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, Germany 1780
Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, Germany 1780

Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, Germany 1780

Art Deco chest of drawers in walnut burl and mahogany 1940s
Located in Premariacco, IT
Elegant walnut burl and mahogany dresser from the early 1940s, Italian production of high quality and workmanship. Linear design and small size with proportions ideal for any kind o...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Walnut

Art Deco chest of drawers in walnut burl and mahogany 1940s
Art Deco chest of drawers in walnut burl and mahogany 1940s

Art Deco chest of drawers in walnut burl and mahogany 1940s

Cassettone in radica con maniglie in ottone e plastica decorata
Located in Premariacco, IT
Elegante comò da camera in radica con profili ebanizzati e quattro ampi e robusti cassetti. I primi due cassetti dispongono di serratura funzionante con un'unica chiave, da notare l...
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1940s Italian Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Cassettone in radica con maniglie in ottone e plastica decorata
Cassettone in radica con maniglie in ottone e plastica decorata

Cassettone in radica con maniglie in ottone e plastica decorata

Mahogany Empire Chest Of Drawers, Stamped Jacob Frères Rue Meslée, Paris c. 1800
By Jacob Freres Rue Meslée
Located in Greven, DE
Empire chest of drawers stamped Jacob Frères Rue Meslée Paris Mahogany around 1800 Dimensions: H x W x D: 92 x 131 x 63 cm Description: Four carved, bronze-patinated paw feet supp...
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1790s French Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Mahogany Empire Chest Of Drawers, Stamped Jacob Frères Rue Meslée, Paris c. 1800
Mahogany Empire Chest Of Drawers, Stamped Jacob Frères Rue Meslée, Paris c. 1800

Mahogany Empire Chest Of Drawers, Stamped Jacob Frères Rue Meslée, Paris c. 1800

18th Century French Oak Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
18th Century French Oak Commode was considered an essential part of many rooms of a proper home during the 1700s, not just used for clothing, but for linens and other items for daily...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XIV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

18th Century French Oak Commode
18th Century French Oak Commode

18th Century French Oak Commode

George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
George III mahogany chest of drawers, 18th century with restorations. Having a rectangular two board top with thumb molded front and side edges, two top drawers and 3 lower drawers, ...
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers
George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers

George III Mahogany Chest of Drawers

Raymond Loewy for Mengel Bleached Mahogany Nightstand with Drawer & Shelf
By Mengel Furniture Co., Raymond Loewy
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Raymond Loewy for Mengel single drawer Bedside Table with short legs. Featuring a rectangular Bleached Mahogany form with top drawer, wood and brass knob with Mengel M, cubbies, and ...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Raymond Loewy for Mengel Bleached Mahogany Nightstand with Drawer & Shelf
Raymond Loewy for Mengel Bleached Mahogany Nightstand with Drawer & Shelf

Raymond Loewy for Mengel Bleached Mahogany Nightstand with Drawer & Shelf

Pair of neoclassical Italian chests of drawers in inlaid wood, XVIII century
Located in Vicenza, IT
This exceptional pair of Italian neoclassical 18th century dressers in wood richly inlaid on the front, sides and 4 truncated pyramid legs are top-quality example of Italian 18th cen...
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Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Pair of neoclassical Italian chests of drawers in inlaid wood, XVIII century
Pair of neoclassical Italian chests of drawers in inlaid wood, XVIII century

Pair of neoclassical Italian chests of drawers in inlaid wood, XVIII century

Antique Chest of Drawer, Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker, Late 18th Century
Located in Odense, DK
Romantic antique commode / chest of drawers, made by a Danish cabinetmaker in 1790-1810.. Louis XVI. This chest features great curves and carving skills and undoubtedly high quality....
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Late 18th Century Danish Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique Chest of Drawer, Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker, Late 18th Century
Antique Chest of Drawer, Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker, Late 18th Century

Antique Chest of Drawer, Made by a Danish Cabinetmaker, Late 18th Century

Late 18th Century English Satinwood Commode Of Bombe Form
Located in Dublin, IE
An exceptional George III Satinwood serpentine shaped commode, the serpentine top with out-swept front corners cross-banded in kingwood. The kingwood moulded border frame around central panels of book-matched satinwood veneers, above three graduated serpentine drawers.The top drawer revealing a leather lined brushing slide and when the slide is retracted, an arrangement of open and lidded compartments with a central reversible jewellery...
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Late 18th Century English Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Satinwood

Late 18th Century English Satinwood Commode Of Bombe Form
Late 18th Century English Satinwood Commode Of Bombe Form

Late 18th Century English Satinwood Commode Of Bombe Form

Bonnet top maple highboy chest of drawers
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Maple wood highboy chest of drawers featuring a turned wood bonnet top, patinated brass hardware and carved shell detail.
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1940s American Rustic Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Maple

Bonnet top maple highboy chest of drawers
Bonnet top maple highboy chest of drawers

Bonnet top maple highboy chest of drawers

French 18th Century Cabinet
Located in Stockbridge, GA
It is a very interesting piece. It is a cabinet confiturier 2 corps, it comes in 3 parts: the base, the top and the crown. It has an extension that slides out and when it is out the ...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

French 18th Century Cabinet
French 18th Century Cabinet

French 18th Century Cabinet

Late 18th Century George III Brass Mounted Mahogany Chiffonier
Located in Middleburg, VA
Late 18th Century George III Brass Mounted Mahogany Chiffonier. England, 1760-1800. Measures: 36" H, 48.5" W, 13.75" D
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Late 18th Century English George III Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Late 18th Century George III Brass Mounted Mahogany Chiffonier
Late 18th Century George III Brass Mounted Mahogany Chiffonier

Late 18th Century George III Brass Mounted Mahogany Chiffonier

Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Period Walnut Commode or Chest of Drawers
Located in Fayetteville, AR
Found in the region of Languedoc in the south of France, this late eighteenth century Louis XVI period commode or chest of drawers is constructed of walnut, cherry wood, and chestnu...
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Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Period Walnut Commode or Chest of Drawers
Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Period Walnut Commode or Chest of Drawers

Late 18th Century French Louis XVI Period Walnut Commode or Chest of Drawers

Unusual 18th Century Swedish Provincial Gustavian Chest of Drawers
Located in Mjöhult, SE
Unusual 18th century Swedish provincial Gustavian period bachelor Chest of Drawers with an fold out writing desk containing five drawers and one compartment. Original colour with fan...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Unusual 18th Century Swedish Provincial Gustavian Chest of Drawers
Unusual 18th Century Swedish Provincial Gustavian Chest of Drawers

Unusual 18th Century Swedish Provincial Gustavian Chest of Drawers

18th C. Walnut Commode
Located in Houston, TX
18th Century French walnut commode with a nice finish. Having moulded, ebonised panels to the sides and drawers giving it a contemporary feel. With large, drop bar handles and shield...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

18th C. Walnut Commode
18th C. Walnut Commode

18th C. Walnut Commode

Antique French Intarsia Oak Commode witt Marble top by Joseph Schmitz ca 1770
By Joseph Schmitz
Located in Baambrugge, NL
Antique intarsia oak commode with geometric patterns. Transition Louis Seize, Paris, ca. 1770. Stamped / signed under the marble top Joseph Schmitz, furniture maker or ébéniste in Pa...
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1770s French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Antique French Intarsia Oak Commode witt Marble top by Joseph Schmitz ca 1770
Antique French Intarsia Oak Commode witt Marble top by Joseph Schmitz ca 1770

Antique French Intarsia Oak Commode witt Marble top by Joseph Schmitz ca 1770

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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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