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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Item Ships From: USA
Color:  Black
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

Materials

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

Materials

Brass

USM Haller Media B218 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With two drop down doors, one cable cut out. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome plated st...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Pair Available- Breathtaking Restored Art Deco Commode by Widdicomb, circa 1938
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. ...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Edward Wormley for Drexel Precedent Collection Ebonized 32", 38" or 48" Chests
Located in St. Louis, MO
Singles of Edward Wormley for Drexel chests from the Precedent Collection with brass tone hardware, circa 1947. Size shown in photos is 32" W , also have 38"w and 48" W available ...
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1940s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Rare 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dresser, Black
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Mid-Century Modern dresser features a dark painted finish, round brass pulls, cone-shaped legs and brass sabots, circa 1960.
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

USM Haller Dresser Y
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With three drawers elevated. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome-plated steel tubes, the U...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chrome, Steel

USM Haller Credenza F2 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With two drop down doors. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powdercoated steel and chrome plated steel tubes, the USM H...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Elegant Modern Chest Designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Modern Chest designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb, American, circa 1950's. It has been refinished in a deep brown lacquer and the silver plated metal handles have...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

French Louis Philippe Painted Safe With Marble Top
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Group of eleven Wiener Werkstatte side chairs by Gebruder Thonet. Each have rounded rectangular backs with interlocking circle and ball designs over upholstered paisley seats, all on...
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Late 19th Century Czech Biedermeier Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Iron

Marble Top Ebonized Black Four Drawers Drop Front Compartment Barber Stand
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Antique tall pedestal shape marble top cabinet barber stand drop front door compartment. Hand dovetailed oak drawers. This will make a nice cabinet with ...
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19th Century Edwardian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak, Walnut

Palatial Louis XV Style 19th Century Gilt Bronze-Mounted Chinoiserie Commode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An extraordinary fine and Palatial French Louis XV style 19th century ebonized lacquered Chinoiserie style and finely chased gilt bronze-mounted two drawer Serpentine commode with ma...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Florence Knoll Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Chest of Drawers, Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern black lacquered three-drawer dresser chest By Florence Knoll for Knoll Associates USA, Circa 1970s Black lacquered walnut, with original ch...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chrome

USM Haller Credenza C2A Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With two drop down doors. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome-plated steel tubes, the Usm ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Michael Taylor for Baker Hollywood Regency Black Lacquered Campaign Dresser
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style four-drawer lowboy dresser or chest of drawers By Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture, "Far East" Collection U...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Dorothy Draper American Midcentury 3-Drawer Black and Gilt Chest
Located in New York, NY
American midcentury chest of drawers painted in black, with 3-drawers with raised gold painted decorative molding on the drawer fronts surro...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Brass

Asian Motive Scene Drawer Decorated Faux Bamboo 4 Drawers Dresser Bachelor Chest
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Asian motive scene drawer decorated faux bamboo 4 drawers dresser bachelor chest by Drexel.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bamboo

Vintage Honeycomb Wine Rack on Galvanized Metal
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Great design and very practical. Can be table mounted or wall mounted. Beautiful large crystalline structures in the galvanization process that is seldom seen today. Dated 9/9/70 on...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal, Sheet Metal, Zinc

1970s Mastercraft Black Lacquer & Brass Chest of Drawers or Dresser
Located in St. Louis, MO
Hollywood Regency 1970s Mastercraft black lacquered chest, dresser or large nightstand with brass base, handles and trim. Original black lacquer has some minor scuffs, and a few mino...
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century George Nelson for Herman Miller Dresser
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Dresser by George Nelson, circa 1950. This stunning piece boasts ebonized drawer fronts, maple casings, and unique circular pulls. A sleek mid-century design that makes the perfect a...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Maple

19th Century French Black Lacquered Louis Philippe Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Beautiful 19th century French black lacquered Louis Philippe commode. Featuring a lovely hand painted design including flowers and birds. So...
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19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Vintage Georgian Mahogany Nightstand / 4 Drawer Silver Chest
Located in Wilmington, DE
Vintage Georgian mahogany nightstand /4 drawer silver chest. Offered is a Vintage Georgian mahogany nightstand/ 3 drawer silver chest. We...
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1980s North American Georgian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

6-Drawer Silver Trim Mirrored Dresser
Located in New York, NY
Custom 6-drawer silver trim mirrored dresser with Lucite knobs. Customization is available in different sizes, finishes, and hardware.
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2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Silver Leaf

Sotheby's Collection Léon Levy: Important Mobilier Et Objets D'art, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
Collection Léon Levy: Important Mobilier et Objets d'Art. Sotheby's Paris, 2008. 1st Ed hardcover with dust jacket. pp. 281. French and English text. Catalog for the sale of the coll...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Paper

Tommi Parzinger Black Lacquer and Brass Large Scale Chest or Credenza
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant midcentury chest, designed by Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern, American, circa 1950s. It has been completely restored, refinished in black lacquer and the brass hardware hand...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Brass

Tall Painted Pine Chest of Drawers, England, circa 1800
Located in Culver City, CA
Tall Painted Pine Chest of Drawers, England, circa 1800 Weathered painted surface with original brass pulls Measures 37”w x 17.25”d x 54”h.
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Early 19th Century English Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Pair of American Modern Rosewood Three-Drawer Chests, Gilbert Rohde
Located in New York, NY
Pair of American Modern Rosewood Three-Drawer Chests, Gilbert Rohde.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Gold Leaf Chest / Commode by John Widdicomb
Located in Dallas, TX
This gorgeous Louis XV chest by John Widdicomb has incredible French style with a classic serpentine Bombay silhouette, elegant French styled details, and raised design with gold lea...
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Mid-20th Century Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Gilded Black Chinoiserie Georgian Style Antique Two Door Cabinet Commode Server
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is an antique and beautifully painted georgian style cabinet. This piece can be used as a server, a commode or just for a beautiful way to provide extra storage in any room. The...
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1920s English Chinoiserie Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Indian Silver Mounted and Semi-Precious Stone Encrusted Large Wood Chest
Located in Gardena, CA
Indian silver mounted and semi-precious stone encrusted large wood chest 2nd Half 20th century. Silver mounts to the exterior with various semi-pre...
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Late 20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Silver

Mid-Century Modern American Designer Black Lacquer Cabinets / Nightstands, Brass
Located in Stamford, CT
Mid-Century Modern American designer black lacquer cabinets / nightstands, brass.
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique French Country Chest of Drawers Nightstand Painted Black
Located in Round Top, TX
This delightful antique chest of drawers has been given new life with a recent black painted finish. Note in the photos the slight distressing which compliments its age and brings out touches of the natural oak wood beneath. The graceful cabriolet feet, paneled sides, serpentine front and lower carved medallion all reflect its French country styling. This small dresser may also be used as a nightstand, with two short top drawers over the two longer lower drawers which all function smoothly. This chest of drawers has been restored so it is strong and stable. Any nicks, scratches, separation, etc are simply signs of age and do not detract from the beauty nor function of this chest. ** In light of current affairs and fluctuating fuel prices shipping quotes and timelines are estimates only. Buyer is required to notify us upon purchase if there are interior or exterior stairs, steps, or freight elevators...
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Paint, Wood

USM Haller Pedestal V Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With three 6" drawers. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome-plated steel tubes, the USM Ha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Usm Haller Storage C1A18 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With one drop down door and one drawer. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powdercoated steel and chrome-plated steel t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chrome, Steel

USM Haller Mid Credenza D Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With four drop down doors. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powder coated steel and chrome plated steel tubes, the US...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Burl Wood Art Deco Vanity
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very nice Art Deco Mid-Century Modern vanity with large round mirror.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Kartell Componibili 2-Tier Drawer in Black by Anna Castelli Ferrieri
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Modular elements were designed to meet various needs and to fit into any room in your home: bathroom, bedroom, kitchen or living room. The design solution that animates the Modular s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Plastic

English Period Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Port Chester, NY
In the Jacobean style, this very early oak piece dates from the mid-1700s, and presents considerable style and character. Diagonal patterns on the faces of the front drawer are typic...
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Mid-18th Century English Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Hollywood Regency Black Lacquer Dresser, Chest, Sideboard, Maison Jansen Style
Located in Stamford, CT
Hollywood Regency Black Lacquer Dresser, Chest, Sideboard, Maison Jansen Style Recently lacquered in a fine Steinway Piano finish, this rich ebony dress...
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1970s American Hollywood Regency Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Unusual Octagon Mini Chest in Black Laquer 1970's
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
Unusual octagon (eight sided) miniature chest in black lacquer. Measures 13" deep and 40.5" high, with gratuated drawers and brass hardware. Perfect for storing jewelry, etc-1970's s...
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1970s American Chinoiserie Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Lacquer

Pair of Black Lacquered Two-Drawer End Tables or Nightstands Asian Inspired
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a pair of black lacquered wood end tables or nightstands Have two drawers in each table and are well constructed They have an Asian inspired look.
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1880s Chinese Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Modern Leather Nightstand
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern leather nightstand with two drawers, a shagreen embossed dark tempest finish leather and brushed brass finish hardware and an open cube base....
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Leather

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

Materials

Brass

Brutalist Mosaic Black Chest of Drawers
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Great Brutalist Mosaic chest in painted oak. Very similar to the stattaco line of furniture by Lane, this piece is made of solid oak. Seems hand craf...
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20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Pair of Louis XVI Style Antiqued Black Commodes
Located in Westwood, NJ
Louis XVI Style Antiqued Black Commodes with an antiqued and distressed rub through black painted finish. With canted corners, dental molding, an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

18th Century Swedish Gustavian Grey/ White Painted Commode/ Chest of Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
A lovely Swedish painted chest of drawers in oak with dental molding along ridge of top and half-corner columns extending from original turned feet to underside of molding. Has origi...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Raymond Loewy for Mengel Black Lacquered Bedside Chests, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern four-drawer nightstands By Raymond Loewy for Mengel Furniture USA, 1950s Black lacquered oak, with original aluminum hardware. Measures: 16" W x 19" D x 31.63" H. Professionally refinished. Excellent condition. Matching chest of drawers...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Aluminum

Parchment Secretary Desk in the Style of Aldo Tura, Italy 20th Century
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning Italian secretary desk in the style of Aldo Tura. This desk features a lacquered parchment finish in a deep brown hue with subtle col...
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20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Pair of Sleek Matt Black Lacquered Biedermeier Chests
Located in Westport, CT
An early pair of original and classic Biedermeier three drawer chests in mahogany. We can add a small pull to the top drawer if so desir...
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1830s Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Lacquer

Modern Serpentine Leather Wrapped Nightstand - Dark
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern Serpentine Leather Wrapped Nightstand with a shagreen embossed leather in our dark tempest finish, with polished nickel hardware and raised ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Leather

Art Deco Leather Dresser, Dark
Located in Westwood, NJ
Art Deco leather dresser wrapped in shagreen embossed leather in our dark tempest finish. A nine-drawer dresser with a shaped breakfront havin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Leather

Raymond Loewy for Mengel Black Lacquered Highboy Dresser, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern six-drawer highboy dresser or chest of drawers By Raymond Loewy for Mengel Furniture USA, 1950s Black lacquered oak, with original aluminum har...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Aluminum

Vintage Chinese Tall Black Lacquered Elmwood Chest with Six Drawers
Located in Yonkers, NY
A tall vintage Chinese black lacquered elm wood chest from the late 20th century with six drawers and wooden pulls. Created in China during the second half of the 20th century, this tall chest, made of recovered elmwood, exhibits a thoroughly contemporary design. The chest features a rectangular top with beveled accents, slightly overhanging a perfectly organized façade. Six drawers (two small ones over four larger ones) with wooden pulls, make up that façade. The dark lacquer covering the elmwood creates a robust and radiant patina reminding us of the centuries old traditional Chinese mastery in lacquered wood. The sides are made of recessed panels while the back is sans black lacquer. The ensemble is raised on a simple rail base. Thanks to its great combination of contemporary design and traditional technique, this large Chinese vintage dark lacquered elmwood chest...
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20th Century Chinese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

Marble Top Black Lacquer Brass Mounts 4 Drawer Bombay Dresser Chest Drawers Mint
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Marble top black lacquer brass mounts 4 drawer Bombay dresser chest drawers mint!.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

John Van Koert for Drexel Profile Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Nightstands
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of Mid-Century Modern three-drawer bachelor chests or nightstands By John Van Koert for Drexel, "Profile" Collection USA, 1950s Black lacquered walnut, with ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

USM Haller Credenza E2 Storage System
Located in New York, NY
Offered by M2L. With four drop down doors. Designed by Swiss architect Fritz Haller and Paul Schaerer in 1963. Made from powdercoated steel and chrome-plated steel tubes, the USM...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Chrome, Steel

Pair of Cerused Oak Nightstands or End Tables by Davis Furniture Co
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of nightstands featured in cerused oak by Davis Cabinet Company. These Asian style bedside tables have a raised base, dovetailed joinery and carved trim. The cerused oak has acq...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Campaign Style Chest of Drawers by John Stuart
Located in Dorchester, MA
This large, campaign-style chest of drawers was manufactured in the 1950s by John Stuart, a company known for their high-quality pieces that referenced earlier centuries. It comprise...
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1950s American Campaign 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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