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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Style: Industrial
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

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

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Plastic

Giovanni Michelucci Serena Chest of Drawers for Poltronova, 1955
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Gorgeous and rare "Serena "chest of drawers mod. Serena in walnut wood, designed by Giovanni Michelucci for Poltronova, 1955, Italy. Signed piece.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Mid-20th Century Palisander Tall Chest of Drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century palisander tall chest of drawers circa 1960. Good quality Scandinavian tall chest of drawers.  6 equal sized drawers with fitted solid handles, top drawer fitted ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Palisander

Italian Mid-Century Sideboard dresser with Mirror by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
Italian mid-century sideboard in rosewood produced by Vittorio Dassi in the 1950s. This sideboard has excellent manufacturing aspects, noticeable from the arched line, hard transpare...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

1960's Pair of Vintage Chests by Edward Wormley for Dunbar
Located in London, GB
A magnificent pair of vintage chests, these were made in the USA by Dunbar furniture, they were designed by Edward Wormley. Edward Wormley was one of the leading pioneers of mid-cen...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

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

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Brass

Mid-Century Modern Style Murano Glass and Brass Pair of Italian Commodes
Located in Ibiza, Spain
Pair of commodes designed by L.A. Studio. Original structure from 1950s made of solid wood and covered with Murano colored glass. Handles and legs made of brass. Manufactured in Ital...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

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

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Bamboo, Rattan

Jewelry Cabinet, Drawer Chest, Handmade, Unique Item, European
Located in Dietmannsried, Bavaria
Ornate dresser by German sculptor Eckehard Weimann. Handcrafted in organic design. The dresser is made of wood. The surface was covered with copper...
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2010s German Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Copper

Exceptional Vintage Modern Walnut Ten-Drawer Chest by Baker
Located in Atlanta, GA
An absolutely stunning modern ten-drawer chest by Baker, circa 1980. Evidently from a limited production series, as research can find no examples like it. Stout, exquisitely crafted ...
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1980s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair of Nightstands in the Style of Paolo Buffa, circa 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of remarkable bedsides rosewood in the style of Paolo Buffa, 1950s. The same set includes the dressing table with the mirror, but the two nightstands are also sold individually.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Guillerme et Chambron, Light Oak Five Drawer Dresser, France, Mid-20th Century
Located in New York, NY
This midcentury, polished light oak dresser by the celebrated French designer Robert Guillerme, was created as part of a line of design he produced f...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Dresser from S.A.F.F.A, 1950s
Located in Montelabbate, PU
Set of maple and myrtle briar dressers and nightstands. Brass tips and handles. Retro-treated glass top from the Gris company of Varedo. Very interesting; under the top there are mar...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Midcentury Italian Sideboard by Willy Rizzo
Located in Vilnius, LT
Midcentury Italian sideboard by Willy Rizzo. Sideboard is finished with black glossy stained veneer surface decorated with chrome detail...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Burl, Mirror

Pair of Italian Midcentury Nightstands in the Style of Paolo Buffa, circa 1950s
Located in Rome, IT
Pair of remarkable bedsides rosewood in the style of Paolo Buffa, 1950s.  
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

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

Harvey Probber Double Chest and Vanity with Leather and Brass
Located in Hanover, MA
Two beautifully restored complimentary chests flanking a hanging vanity case from Harvey Probber's "Cabinet Series" circa 1957. Hazelnut finished maho...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid-Century Sideboard, circa 1960, Italy
Located in Girona, Spain
Mid-Century Sideboard. Made with pine. Handcrafted iron work. Circa 1960, Italy. Very good vintage condition. Mid-Century Modern (MCM) is a design movement in interior, product, graphic design, architecture, and urban development that was popular from roughly 1945 to 1969, during the post–World War II period. The term was used descriptively as early as the mid-1950s and was defined as a design movement by Cara...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

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

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Brass

Designer Vintage Retro 1950s John & Sylvia Reid Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Markington, GB
Designer John & Sylvia Reid chest of drawers. Measures: Height 75cm, depth 46cm, width 76cm.
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

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

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

Mid-Century Modern Style Wood Colored Glass and Brass Pair of Italian Sideboards
Located in Madrid, ES
Pair of sideboards composed of two folding doors and one shelve inside. Original wood structure from the 50´s covered in colored glass and brass profiles, handles and legs. Italian m...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

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

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Walnut

Italian 1970s Chest of Drawer with Mirror by Dal Vera in Bamboo Wicker & Brass
Located in Roma, IT
beautiful chest of drawers made in Italy in the mid-20th century by the historic company "Dal Vera Antonio e Figli", active from 1884 until 1984. This company is known for its high q...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

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

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Brass

Stacked Bedside Tables in Black Ceruse
Located in Westport, CT
Inspired by the iconic designer Paul Frankl, these rustic modern dressers blend timeless elegance with contemporary flair. The oversized drawer frames and subtly curved fronts create...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

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

Pair of Italian Bedside Table Nightstands in Bamboo, Rattan and Cane, 1960s
Located in Roma, IT
a set of two bedside tables handmade in Italy between the 50s and 60s using natural fibers such as bamboo, rattan and thin cane for a perfect and chic Riviera style of the time. Made...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bamboo, Cane, Rattan

T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Chest of Drawers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Classic T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb 6-drawer cabinet in beautiful original finish dark walnut, with brass legs, and raffia cane wrapped handles. Signed with cloth Widdicomb ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cane, 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

MidCentury Macassar and Goatskin Italian Chests of Drawers, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Perfect bedroom dresser all refinement and style both for the size of the entire design and for the utmost care taken for its entire finish. A simple square design welcomes a Macass...
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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Goatskin, Macassar

Dramatic Restored Nine-Drawer Chest by American of Martinsville, circa 1950
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful example from a rare series by American of Martinsville, circa 1950. Stout, expertly made mahogany case construction finished in cream lacquer. Fabulous wormhole detail on...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

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

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Brass

Mid 20th century Swedish birch chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Good quality swedish chest of drawers circa 1950. 3 drawers of equal proportion fitted with shaped steel handles and key plates. Rich golden colour. Standing on bracket feet. Idea...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

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

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

John Keal for Brown Saltman Highboy Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
John Keal for Brown Saltman Mid-Century Modern mahogany highboy dresser with four drawers and maker's mark.   
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

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

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Wood

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

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Brass

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

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Chrome

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

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Chrome

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

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Wood

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

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Plastic, Fiberglass

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

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

Pair of Vintage Campaigner Chests by Dixie
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of sophisticated 3 drawer "Campaigner" bachelor chests by Dixie. Brass hardware. Good vintage condition with some minor cosmetic imperfections (light scratches/dings).These ches...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

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

Chest of drawers eight drawers Anni 50
Located in Milano, IT
Chest of drawers made of natural poplar and walnut veneer. Restaurata.
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Poplar, Walnut

Dresser 50s
Located in Milano, IT
South American-made wooden dresser from the 1950s, with six drawers embellished with brass ferrules as well as on the legs. Restaurato.
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1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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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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