Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Color: Brown
Creator: Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Gorgeous Restored Three-Drawer Chest by Widdicomb in Cream Lacquer
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent commode is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. The...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Chest of Drawers, C. 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
One of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings classics, designed for The Widdicomb Furniture Company, circa 1950-1950. This walnut chest of drawers or highboy features five large drawers providing a...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
Widdicomb Modern Original Figured Mahogany Three-Drawer Commode
Located in Chicago, IL
Widdicomb modern original Art Deco three-drawer commode with figured mahogany drawer fronts. Picture frame style casing with recessed curved front pli...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Refinished Dresser / Credenza 1950s, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant refinished dresser by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb (USA) features gorgeous walnut grain with three drawers and one cabinet door, all with integrated pulls. Signe...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
8 Drawer Double Dresser Designed by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
Impressive eight drawer double dresser designed by Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb. The chest features two banks of four drawers, creating ample storage space. It is in very good, or...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of John Widdicomb Burl Veneer and Brass Nightstands / Commodes
Located in New York, NY
Pair of American mid-century nightstands / commodes with a burl wood veneer, single drawer with brass pulls, and two cabinet doors with brass pulls below. (John Widdicomb)(Priced as ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Metal
Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb Dresser Bachelors Chest
Located in New York, NY
Sophisticated tailored design three drawer chest designed by T. H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb circa 1950/1960’s.
The dresser features three deep drawers, each having a dowel form pull, and a picture frame molding cabinet...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Mid-Century Walnut Commodes
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century walnut bedside tables / commodes with an open lower compartment and an upper single drawer. (T.H. ROBSJOHN-GIBBINGS FOR WIDDICOMB FURNITURE CO.)(PRICED A...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Pair of Widdicomb Modern Blond Maple Tall Single-Door Cabinet / Nightstands
Located in New York, NY
Pair of American mid-century blond maple nightstands / tall cabinets with a single compartment concealed by a hinged door with a brass ring door pull. (WIDDICOMB MODERN)(PRICED AS PA...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Pair of John Widdicomb American Mid-Century Walnut Bachelor's Chests
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century walnut bachelor's chests with four drawers and rectangular wooden drawer pulls resting on four square wooden legs. (JO...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut, Wood
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Walnut Single Drawer Nightstand
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century Modern (circa 1950) nightstand in walnut, comprised of a single recessed top drawer, a lower shelf, and tapered round nose edge detail to the frame. (T.H. ROBSJO...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Widdicomb Modern Three Drawer Beige Painted Wooden Nightstand
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century beige painted walnut bedside table / nightstand with three drawers with circular beige painted drawer pulls resting on four square legs. (Widdicomb Modern...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Walnut, Paint
Pair of Widdicomb Modern American Mid-Century Walnut Three Drawer Chests
Located in New York, NY
PAIR of American Mid-Century walnut commodes / chests with three drawers and round brass drawer handles resting on bracket-shaped bases with four legs. (WIDDICOMB MODERN)(PRICED AS P...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
Widdicomb Modern Three Drawer Dark Stained Walnut Nightstand
Located in New York, NY
American mid-century dark stained walnut bedside table / nightstand with three drawers with circular wooden drawer pulls resting on four square leg...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint, Walnut
Incredible Art Deco Commode in Curly Maple by Donald Deskey for Widdicomb
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent commode is 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
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Walnut Louver Front Chest
Located in New York, NY
American mid-century dark stained walnut chest / nightstand with a louver-style front concealing two small drawer and 3 larger drawers below. (T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb).
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut, Wood
Widdicomb Modern Blond Maple Tall Single-Door Cabinet / Nightstand
Located in New York, NY
American mid-century blond maple nightstand / tall cabinet with a single compartment concealed by a hinged door with a bronze ring door pull. (WIDDICOMB MODERN...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Bronze
Widdicomb French Regency Louis XVI Burled Walnut Bow Front Dresser, circa 1920s
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Regency Louis XVI style bow front three-drawer dresser
By Widdicomb
USA, Circa 1920s
Carved burled walnut, with original brass hardware.
Measures: 4...
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1920s American Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
George Nakashima, Large Chest of Drawers, Walnut, for Widdicomb, America 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A large walnut chest of drawers or dresser designed by George Nakashima. Produced by Widdicomb Furniture Company, Grand Rapids, Michigan, A...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bouclé, Walnut
T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings Chest or Dresser Pair Available
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant Modern chest or dresser, designed by T.H. Robsjohn Gibbings for Widdicomb, American, circa 1950s. This chest is currently being refinished and can be completed in your choice...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Six Drawer High Boy Gentleman's Chest by Robsjohn, Gibbings for Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
Impressive six drawer high boy chest designed by T H Robsjohn- Gibbings for Widdicomb Furniture, ca 1950's. The drawers each feature a dowel form pull which runs across it's front. T...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Robsjohn Gibbings Widdicomb MCM 4 Drawer Walnut Cane and Brass Highboy Dresser
Located in Countryside, IL
Robsjohn gibbings for widdicomb mid century 4 drawer walnut cane and brass highboy dresser.
This highboy dresser measures: 34.5 wide x 21.25 deep x 40.75 inches high.
All piece...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
1950s John Widdicomb Louis XV Style Bombay Hand Painted Commode
Located in Germantown, MD
John Widdicomb Louis XV Style Bombe hand painted commode.
Approximate measurements are 40W x 19D x 31.25H.
Category
Mid-20th Century North American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Gibbings Widdicomb Solid Brass Ring Drop Pulls Bachelor Chests Dressers
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Gibbings Widdicomb Solid Brass Ring Drop Pulls Bachelor Chests Dressers on Wheels.
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Breathtaking Restored Art Deco Chest by Widdicomb, circa 1950- Pair Available
Located in Atlanta, GA
These magnificent commode is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready. Th...
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
TH Robsjohn Gibbings Chest for Widdicomb in Mahogany Cane Handles & Brass Legs
Located in Dallas, TX
1950s Widdicomb Cabinet designed by TH Robsjohn Gibbings and fully restored in a deep espresso stain with a satin lacquer finish over the original mahogany. All of the solid brass ha...
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Mid-20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Designed Tall Chest, by Widdicomb
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings designed tall chest, fitted with five concealed long drawers by manufactured by Widdicomb furniture company. A sleek iconic work, ready to place. Beautiful c...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb 3 Drawer Chests
Located in Hanover, MA
Pair of American classical modern chests of drawers designed by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Furniture Co. in figured walnut with contrasting maple moldings. Both have original la...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple, Walnut
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
Materials
Cane, Walnut
Pair Sliding Door Dressers Chests Cabinets by T H Robsjohn-Gibbings & Widdicomb
Located in Kansas City, MO
Rare and fine pair of dressers / chests / storage cabinets designed by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for the John Widdicomb Company, 1950s. The mahogany cases have been expertly refinished ...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Widdicomb White Lacquered Dresser Cabinet with Brass Pulls
Located in Oakland, CA
Mid-Century Modern chest of drawer cabinet designed by C.G. Kimerly for Widdicomb finished in a white lacquer with brass plated flower shaped drawer pulls.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Beech, Lacquer
Breathtaking Art Deco Commode by Donald Deskey with Unique Hardware, circa 1935
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent chest is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Completely installation ready.
A magnificent example from a rare case series...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Widdicomb Bedroom Dressers in the Style of George Nakashima
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This stunning pair of Mid-Century bedroom dressers features the rich natural finish and sculpted drawer pulls in the style of the George Nakashima "Origins" line, utilized so beautifully. Sculpted triangular legs and uniquely concave drawer...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Exquisite Restored Pair of Cream Lacquer Art Deco Commodes by Widdicomb, c. 1948
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. ...
Category
1940s American Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Paul McCobb Walnut Gentleman's Chest, circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Paul McCobb Walnut Gentleman's chest by Widdicomb, circa 1960s. Original Widdicomb label still intact. Original condition. Four interior drawer f...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Robsjohn-Gibbings Bachelor Four Drawer Chests Dressers
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern walnut bachelor chests by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb.
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Coveted Pair of Saffron Walnut Commodes by T H Robsjohn-Gibbings, dated 1950
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent pair of commodes is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation r...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Chest in Two-Tone Walnut by Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
Located in New York, NY
This sophisticated Mid-Century Modern four-drawer high chest was realized by T. H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb Company, circa 1950. Robsjohn-Gibbings represents one of the premie...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Mahogany Cabinet by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb
Located in Dorchester, MA
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings designed this handsome mahogany cabinet for the Widdicomb Furniture Company. The solidly built case has three roomy center drawers with linear wooden pulls and additional shelving behind doors...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
George Nakashima 'Origins' Dresser or Sideboard for Widdicomb, c. 1960, Signed
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous 'Sundra' twelve drawer dresser by George Nakashima for Widdicomb, circa 1960, features beautiful Indian Laurel wood and dramatic large brass handles, which is a much more rare and sought-after variation of this design. Refinished and ready for immediate use.
Signed in three places on this cabinet, 'Sundra' stamped underneath the solid wood top, Widdicomb label in one drawer, and "George Nakashima' stamped signature in one drawer.
Incredible and rare option for design enthusiasts, and art and design investors and collectors but also ideal for interior designers looking to add some sophisticated refinement into an interior project.
Nakashima designed the Origins Collection for Widdicomb in 1959 featuring rare woods such as Carpathian Elm, Indian Laurel wood, Walnut and Rosewood and was noted for the fine craftsmanship and attention to the natural beauty of the wood.
Nakashima and Widdicomb described the collection as “a subtle elimination of straight lines; almost all pieces have edges that are beveled back ten degrees; many tops overhang substantially more than is usual; and upholstered pieces achieve a “forward thrust” due to the canting of the legs.” The only finish offered on the Indian Laurel wood in the collection was the Sundra finish, sanskrit for “thing of beauty,” a nod to Nakashima’s time in India.
This gorgeous George Nakashima 'Sundra' chest of drawers or side board cabinet...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Pair of Bedside Tables / Chests in Walnut, 1950s 'Signed'
Located in New York, NY
Pair of bedside tables / chests in walnut, chests with brushed nickel pulls, by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings for Widdicomb, American 1950s (label in drawer). These bedside chests are extre...
Category
1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Nickel
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.