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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Period: Early 20th Century
Period: 1960s
Carlo de Carli Chest of Drawers D154 in Lacquered wood, Sormani, Italy 1963
Located in Rovereta, SM
Carlo De Carli (Milan, 1910 - 1999) Drawer chest model D154 in white lacquered wood, brass knobs and prongs Manufacturing Sormani, Italy, 1963
Italian Mid-Century Dresser by the fa...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Louis XVI Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Austin, TX
Petite chest of drawers from France in the Louis XVI style. This piece is made of cherry wood that has been finished with a lustrous French polish of museum quality. There are two do...
Category
1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Dutch Inlaid Chest
Located in East Hampton, NY
Beautiful intricately inlaid Dutch chest with two large lower drawers and three upper drawers each with lock.
Category
Early 20th Century Dutch Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Baroque-style Chest of Drawers in Anthracite Grey
Located in Greding, DE
Large Baroque-style chest of drawers with three drawers and a curved front. The chest of drawers stands on wide profiled feet and is decorated with carved panelled decorations. The b...
Category
Early 20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Antique George I Style burl Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
George I style burled wood chest of drawers, circa 1910. With a slightly rectangular top with molded front and side edges, two top drawers over 3 lower drawers all with brass tear dr...
Category
1910s Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of 2 French Antique Marble and Mahogany Marquetry Nightstands-Set of 2 Marb
Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine
Pair of 2 French Antique Louis XVI Rosewood Marquetry Marble Top Nightstands from the 20s
2 different Cabinet Maker Masterpieces , which we offer as a Pair.
1) Solid Mahogany Bedsid...
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1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass, Bronze
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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair Early 20th C English Walnut Three Drawer Chests
Located in Troy, MI
Found in England, this pair of three drawer chests dates from approximately 1900. Chests feature dark walnut veneer arranged in a decorative pattern with contrasting light maple bord...
Category
Early 20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Thomasville Sculptural 'Acrhed' 6 Drawer Tall Dresser Walnut & Olive Burl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
In the classic and timeless style of T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings, the 'Arched' series by Thomasville is made in the US, circa 1960s, and is of heirloom quality. The finest hardwoods of wa...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Olive, Walnut, Burl
Chest of Drawers by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-century walnut wood dresser designed by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture Co., Grand Rapids, Michigan. This chest consists of 5 pull out drawers featuring 2 shallow drawers and 3...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
Japanese Antique Chests of Drawers, Late Meiji Era'1868-1912', Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique chests of drawers was crafted in the Late Meiji Era(1868-1912).
Crafted from cedar wood, it boasts a rustic allure, perfect for those seeking ample storage space. Ideal...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Japanese Antique Large Chest Of Drawers, Late Meiji Era'1868-1912', Wabi Sabi
Located in Hitachiomiya-shi, 08
This antique chest of drawers was crafted in the Taisho Era(1912-1926).
Robustly built with meticulous attention to detail, it features 20 drawers neatly arranged for both practicali...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Cedar
Early 20th Century English Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
An early 20th Century English painted chest of drawers
Category
Early 20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of Kai Kristiansen Model 385 Tallboy Chests, Rosewood
Located in London, GB
Kai Kristiansen - Pair of Model 385 Chest of Drawers, circa 1960
Rosewood tallboy chests, produced by Aksel Kjersgaard in Odder, Denmark. Solid rosew...
Category
1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Japanese Antique Large Drawer 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old large drawer storage made in Japan.
The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
Material is cedar. The handles are made of iron.
The design is simple and lean.
It...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
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
Materials
Teak
Matched Pair Danish Modern Teak 3-Drawer Chests/ Nite Stands
Located in Buffalo, NY
Stunning Matched Pair Danish Modern Teak 3-drawer chests or nite stands..Superior quality and construction,, Dovetail drawers..Richly grained wood.. Beautif...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Japanese Antique Large Drawer 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old large drawer storage made in Japan.
The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
Material is cedar. The handles are made of iron.
The design is simple and lean.
It...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Casaccia by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena - 1960s
Located in Uccle, Bruxelles
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 ...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Early Oak Shop Commode From France, Circa 1900
Located in Nashville, TN
Early Oak Shop Commode From France, Circa 1900. Solid oak construction with original hardware. Great patina.
Category
Early 1900s European Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Fine French Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze & Marquetry Chinoiserie Marquetry Commode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine French 19th-20th century Louis XV style gilt-bronze mounted tulipwood chinoiserie marquetry two-drawer bombé commode with a veined rouge royal marble top. The serpentine shape...
Category
Early 1900s French Chinoiserie Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Japanese Antique Large Drawer 1860s-1900s / Cabinet Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old large drawer storage made in Japan.
The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
Material is cedar. The handles are made of iron.
The design is simple and lean.
It...
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Vintage Modern Campaign-Style Chest of Drawers in Custom Red Finish
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Experience the unique blend of style and functionality with our extraordinary vintage modern chest of drawers, designed in the distinguished campaign style. This piece is in great co...
Category
1960s American Campaign Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Antique Queen Anne style burr walnut tall boy chest of drawers commode
Located in Chelmsford, GB
Fine quality Queen Anne style burr walnut chest on stand tall boy circa 1920 ..
The chest has a great colour and grain with a fantastic shape .
The shaped drawers are oak lined with ...
Category
1920s English Queen Anne Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Antique English Oak Barley Twist Vanity / Commode / Chest / Dry Sink
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an antique English oak vanity or commode with barley twist form supports. The mirror lifts out of its frame. The castors are original. It is in very good condition.
My shipp...
Category
Early 20th Century English Jacobean Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak, Mirror
1960s Vintage Modern Mahogany Campaign Chest with Brass Handles
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the allure of our extraordinary vintage modern chest of drawers, crafted in the distinguished campaign style from the 1960s. This piece is in excellent condition, beautifull...
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1960s North American Campaign Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
1960s Upcycled Danish Teak Chest of Drawers
Located in Praha, CZ
- Carefully refurbished
- Body stained in black color
- Iron hairpin legs were added afterwards
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
Chippendale Style Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Newark, GB
A very small and very pretty chest of 4 drawers in the Chippendale style.
- Standing on ogee bracket feet.
- 4 straight, cockbeaded drawers augmented by brass Rococo style handles.
...
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Early 20th Century English Chippendale Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
French Louis XV Style 1910s Grey Painted Commode with Bronze Rococo Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XV style two-drawer light grey painted commode from the early 20th century, with discreet serpentine front, bronze hardware and cabriole legs. Born in the early years ...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Cassettiera Carlo De Carli D154, Sormani, Italia anni ‘60
Located in Firenze, IT
Cassettiera disegnata da Carlo de Carli, modello D154 in legno laccato rosso, pomelli e puntali in ottone, piano in vetro dell’epoca inserito in una cornice di metallo fissata al pia...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Painted Marble Top Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Early 20th C French painted oak commode with original marble top. 1900.
Reference: 8410
Dimensions
51.5 inches (131 cms) Wide
23.5 inches (60 cms) Deep
39.5 inches (100 cms) High
Category
Early 20th Century French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Pair of Antique French Louis XV Style Bedside Chests
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of antique French Louis XV style bedside chests, dating from around the 1900-1910 period.
They are of outstanding quality and are a very useful size, with lots of st...
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Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ormolu
George III Style Bow Fronted 6 Drawer Tallboy Chest of drawers, Mahogany with br
Located in Bishop's Stortford, GB
George III Style Bow Fronted 6 Drawer Tallboy Chest of drawers, Mahogany with brass handles. Original paper in drawers, very good condition, early 1900's, beautiful peice of Edwardia...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Pair of Chests of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of Belgian mid-century nightstands or chests of drawers mounted on black curved metal bases. Simple yet dynamic, their blend of industrial and modernist elements results in a ti...
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1960s Belgian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Pair of Mid-Century Chest of Drawers in Oak Designed by Børge Mogensen, 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Pair of commodes in oak, designed by Danish architect Børge Mogensen for Søborg cabinetmakers. Made in Denmark in the 1960s. Great original condition.
Category
1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Italian Mid-Century Fir Green Wood-Rattan Chest with Brass Hardware 1960s
Located in Salzburg, AT
Fantastic geometric Mid-Century chest of drawers in rich fir green with brass details.
The object is made in a heavy design and has 4 large drawers.
The body is made of solid wood ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rattan, Wood
Japanese Antique Wabi Sabi Black Drawer 1860s-1900s
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese drawer.
This furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
It is made of cedar wood.
The round handles are made of iron.
These drawers are tasteful, rustic, si...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
vintage chest of drawers hall closet cupboard 60s
Located in GRONINGEN, NL
vintage chest of drawers hall closet cupboard 60s Sweden
period 60's
design unknown Sweden
condition good light signs of use
size 57 x 82 x 32 (hxwxd)
details oak;
artic...
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1960s Swedish Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
vintage TV cabinet cupboard teak 60's
Located in GRONINGEN, NL
vintage TV cabinet cupboard teak 60's
period 60's
design unknown Sweden
condition good light signs of use
size 42.5 x 120 x 44 (hxwxd)
details teak;
article number 2327
Category
1960s Swedish Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Pair of Antique Burr Walnut Bedside Cabinets
Located in London, GB
A stunning pair of antique burr walnut bedside cabinets, made in England and dating from around the 1900-1920 period.
They are of superb quality and display gorgeous burr walnut gra...
Category
Early 1900s British Queen Anne Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Vintage Danish chest of drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
1960s teak cabinet with 4 drawers.
...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
French Louis XVI Chest of Drawers
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a stunning Louis the 16th chest it has been stained black the importance of that is you don't see brushstrokes as if it had been painted. It's a very consistent finish the ex...
Category
Early 1900s French Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Japanese Antique Black Small Drawer 1860s-1900s / Tansu Storage Wabisabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese small drawer.
This furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s).
It is made of cedar wood.
The drawer is tasteful, rustic, simple and beautiful.
There is no wa...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cedar
Scandinavian chest of drawers with metal handles
Located in Brescia, IT
Cabinet with drawers of 1960s Nordic manufacture.
The teak frame gives the box a modern and elegant appearance as well as durability. The round gold metal handles add a touch of lux...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Scandinavian chest of drawers with desk
Located in Brescia, IT
Detail vintage oak secretaire.
...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Small chest of drawers with four drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage 1960s teak cabinet with drawers
A chest of drawers that embodies the essence of Scandinavian design with its teak frame, a wood characterized by a warm, rich tone that gives...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
EXQUISITE PAIR OF ViNTAGE FLAMED HARDWOOD CHEST OF DRAWERS PART OF A SUITE
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques
Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this absolutely stunning pair of vintage circa 1920-1940 flamed mahogany chests of drawers which sit in a tw...
Category
Early 20th Century English Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
Danish Baroque Style Entry Table in Solid Oak, By a Danish Cabinetmaker, 1920s
Located in Odense, DK
A charming entry table / console table with a drawer, crafted in the 1920s by a skilled Danish cabinetmaker, a stunning piece of furniture exuding elegance and craftsmanship. Carved ...
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Early 20th Century Danish Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Chest of drawers/dressing table by Axel Larsson for Bodafors, 1960’s Sweden
By Axel Larsson
Located in TOLLEBEEK, NL
Beautiful Swedish chest of drawers and a dressing table as well designed by Axel Larsson for Bodafors, brass handgrips. Exceptional Scandinavian craftsmanship.
Condition
Good, age r...
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1960s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Louis XVI Commode Bombe Chest Drawers Parquetry
Located in Potters Bar, GB
French Walnut Louis XVI Style Serpentine Commode.
Circa 1900 on this fine French antique commode
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Early 1900s Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Gustavian, Louis XVI Style, Commode, Marble, Brass, Sweden, 1960s
Located in Stamford, CT
Gustavian, Louis XVI Style, Commode, Marble, Brass, Sweden, 1960s
Gustavian dresser or chest of drawers designed and produced in Sweden circa 1960s. This example features book match...
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1960s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Pine Highboy Chest of Seven Drawers, Sweden circa 1900's
Located in Round Top, TX
This antique pine chest of drawers or "highboy" has 7 drawers, providing ideal storage in a narrow space. Clean simple lines define its Scandinavian style.
There is a single brass pu...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Art Deco 1930s Leather Front 5 Drawer Commode the Style of Parzinger Originals
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Classic art deco high style mahogany cabinet with tooled and sewn diamond pattern green leather door panels and distinctive polished brass tacks. Features three large spacious drawer...
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Early 20th Century North American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
Rara cassettiera mod. Carimate, Vico Magistretti, anni '60
Located in Rivoli, IT
Rara cassettiera mod. Carimate disegnata da Vico Magistretti negli anni'60
Struttura in legno rosso e dettagli in ottone
Ideale l'abbinamento con i comodini della stessa serie
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1960s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Early 20th Century Chest on Chest Design Drawers
Located in Newark, GB
An attractive piece of storage furniture, this early 20th century set of drawers is relatively small and narrow and will make a great set of drawers for any space, ideal for smaller ...
Category
Early 20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut, Wood
20th Century French Louis XVI Style Commode
Located in San Antonio, TX
Experience the timeless elegance of the 20th Century French Louis XVI Style Commode, meticulously crafted to embody the essence of classic French design. Constructed from premium oak...
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1910s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
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...
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
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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