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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Period: Early 20th Century
Period: 1960s
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

Trittico Cassettone e Coppia di comodini in legno intarsiato Antichi
Located in Foggia, FG
Trittico Cassettone e coppia di comodini in legno intarsiato Antichi In buono stato conservativo come da foto e video allegati Capiente, pregiato e ...
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Early 1900s Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

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

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

Italian Art Nouveau Dresser and Nightstands Walnut, Applied Olm Root, Marble Top
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Monumental particular Italian Art Nouveau Dresser and nightstands in solid walnut, applied olm root and marble top. Restored and polished with wax....
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

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

Ca 1900 Vintage industrial workshop pigeon hole cabinet with 30 drawers
Located in Markington, GB
Ca 1900 Vintage industrial workshop pigeon hole cabinet, lots of drawers, lots of dents, scratches and everything else to make this unit look fab!!...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

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

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.
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Early 20th Century Dutch Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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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

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Marble

Antique Serpentine Front Dresser Painted White With Green French Line Motif
Located in Centennial, CO
An absolutely charming antique hand painted serpentine front walnut dresser with distressed white paint and green French line motif. The four drawers glide smoothly and offer plenty ...
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Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass, Copper

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

Gustavian, Swedish Painted Commodes, Greek Key, White and Blue Paint Distressed
Located in Stamford, CT
Gustavian, Swedish Painted Commodes or Nightstands, Greek Key Motif, White and Blue Paint Distressed Pair of Gustavian commodes or nightstands designed and produced in Sweden in the...
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1920s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Paint

Pair of Chinese Red Lacquer Cabinets with Poetic Pairings, circa 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
Set within a simple black lacquer frame, the three drawers of these early 20th century upright cabinets are brilliantly colored with rich red lacquer t...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Elm

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

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

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Cedar

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

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

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Marble, Brass, Bronze

2 French Antique Rosewood Marquetry Nightstands-Pair Marble&Wood Night Tables
Located in Bussiere Dunoise, Nouvel Aquitaine
Pair of 2 Vintage French Rosewood Marquetry Marble Top Nightstands Style Louis XV from the 20s Cabinet Maker Masterpiece - Wonderful Rosewood Marquetry Inlay Work. Equipped with 1 Dr...
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1920s French Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass, Bronze

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...
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1920s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Early 20th Century Primitive Petite Chest of Drawers
Located in west palm beach, FL
Discover rustic charm with our Vintage Primitive Petite Chest of Drawers, a nod to America's heritage of handcrafted furniture. With its quaint yet sturdy design, this piece adds a t...
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Early 20th Century American Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

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...
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Early 20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Large bank of Workshop Drawers
Located in Faversham, GB
A superb bank of pine and aluminium workshop drawers with charming handwritten labels bearing numbers and descriptions. Consisting of 70 drawers with original draw pulls to each. E...
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Early 20th Century British Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Aluminum

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

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

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Brass

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

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Cedar

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

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old 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 is th...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cedar

Massive Haberdashers Drawers, England circa 1900
Located in Culver City, CA
England circa 1900 With weathered surface, 8 drawers, brass handles, painted surface and finished back. 97”L x 29.25”d x 38.5”h
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Early 1900s English Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

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

Gustavian, Swedish Commodes, Beige Paint Distressed, Brass, Sweden, 19th C.
Located in Stamford, CT
Gustavian, Swedish Commodes, Beige Paint Distressed, Brass, Sweden, 19th C. Stunning pair of step up commodes or nightstands having three diamond designed drawers on tapering turned...
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Early 1900s Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

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

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Leather, Mahogany

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

Early 20th Century Art Deco Chest Mahogany and Walnut Chest of Drawers w. Mirror
Located in Germantown, MD
An Early 20th Century Art Deco Chest Mahogany and Walnut 4 drawer Chest of Drawers with Mirror on original wooden wheels under William and Mary style legs. Use with or without mounte...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mirror, Mahogany, Walnut

Japanese Antique Drawer 1860s-1920s / Tansu Storage Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old Japanese drawer storage. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1920s). Material is oak wood. The round handles are made of brass. The design is simple and lean. It ...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

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

Beacon Hill Georgian Style Mahogany Commode Bachelor Chest of Drawers Server
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beacon Hill Georgian Style Mahogany Commode Bachelor Chest of Drawers Server. Item features 6 drawers, pull out surface, working locks and key, solid brass hardware, original label....
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Early 20th Century Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Art Deco Figured Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A stunning Art Deco figured walnut chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from the 1920-30’s. The quality is superb, this is extremely well made and is a great size, w...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

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

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

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

Pair Antique Neoclassical Italian School Faux Painted & Rouge Marble Chests
Located in Big Flats, NY
***Ask About Reduced In-House Delivery Rates - Reliable Professional Service & Fully Insured*** Pair of Antique Neoclassical Italian School Faux Painted & Rouge Marble Chests with La...
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Early 20th Century Classical Roman Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

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

Donald Deskey Chest Of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, US
Beautiful art deco chest by Donald Deskey. It has been refinished at some point in its life. The metal shows patina and wear. It is a very beautiful piece. Literature: Craft in the ...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

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

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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