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Place of Origin: French
18th Century Walnut Wood Commode from Bordeaux, France
Located in Dallas, TX
Hand-carved in walnut wood during the 1700s, this lovely commode hails from Bordeaux, France. The top has a subtle arbalete curve with quarter-round molding, while the sides have a m...
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18th Century Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Bronze
19th Century Period French, Empire Painted Commode
Located in Atlanta, GA
19th Century Period French, Empire Painted Commode
The solid wood body is painted in a textured, aged, distressed patina showing some of the gesso-painted base and original wood b...
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Early 19th Century Empire Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
18th Century Louis XV Kingwood Marquetry Commode
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Outstanding example of 18th century Louis XV commode with beautiful marquetry work and exquisite marble top. This commode features five separate drawers with bronze ormolu mounts.
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Mid-18th Century Louis XV Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Kingwood
19th Century French Faux Bamboo Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
19th century chest of drawers from France. The marble top is made from Carrara marble and has been replaced. This piece has four drawers all with faux bamboo applied moldings turne...
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19th Century Art Nouveau Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Carrara Marble
Antique French Regence Carved Walnut Provincial 3 Drawer Commode Chest Lyon 1730
Located in Portland, OR
A good & substantial antique French Lyonnaise carved walnut Provincial three drawer commode chest, in the Regence style, Lyon, France, circa 1730.
The commode being of serpentine form and having three large drawers, each drawer is carved with Rococo scrolls and shell motifs, the drawers with gilt bronze handles and escutcheons. The commode is raised on short cabriole feet, as is common with these chests from Lyon, they are larger in size and have plenty of drawer space for storage. The drawers run smooth, clean and free from aroma and ready to store clothes or bedding, the chest is in good condition and is ready to grace your home.
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Provenance; From an early 18th century chateau...
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1730s Régence Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Rare Louis XV Ormolu-Mounted Tulipwood and Chinese Lacquer Cabinet
Located in Queens, NY
A Rare Louis XV Ormolu-Mounted Tulipwood and Chinese Lacquer cabinet, c. 1750 (Regence Period)
A truly magnificent, monumental, and one of a kind cabinet, painted throughout with gi...
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18th Century Louis XV Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ormolu
Solid elm cabinet by Søren Nissen & Ebbe Gehl for Maison Seltz, France 1990s
By Søren Nissen & Ebbe Gehl, Ebenisterie Seltz et Fils 1
Located in STRASBOURG, FR
Two-piece base unit from the Fagus series, designed by Søren Nissen & Ebbe Gehl for the Seltz cabinetmaker in the early 90s, entirely in solid elm.
Fagus furniture is modular, so yo...
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1990s Brutalist French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Elm
$2,402 Sale Price
20% Off
French Demi-Lune Commode
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
A beautiful demi-lune bedside cabinet, with elegant serpentine front and two drawers. This practical and attractive commode echoes the Louis XV style, and features two capacious draw...
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20th Century Louis XV French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$1,050
Pair of Superb Quality Satinwood Inlaid Marble Top French Louis XVI Commodes
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a fantastic pair of absolutely superb inlaid commodes. They are a great size! They don't take up too much space and are in good condition with beautiful marble tops in browns...
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1920s Louis XVI Vintage French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Breccia Marble, Brass
$3,996 Sale Price / set
20% Off
Ebonized Lacquer French Regency Brass Inlaid and Bronze Commode with Glass Top
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a superb commode done in rich, luxurious black lacquer and inlaid in brass with decadent bronze hardware. The piece is in good condition and features a glass top as well to p...
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1950s Regency Vintage French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Danish 18th Century Painted Chest of Drawers With Chinoiserie Decor
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Danish 18th century painted Baroque 3-drawer chest with later chinoiserie decorations, brass hardware and locks.
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Mid-18th Century Baroque Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
$2,426 Sale Price
46% Off
Vintage French Provincial Louis XV Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Forney, TX
A vintage French Provincial walnut and oak semainier chest of drawers.
Handcrafted in France in the Mid-20th Century, high quality solid wood construction, finished in elegantly s...
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Mid-20th Century Louis XV French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
18th Century Louis XVI Marquetry Commode
Located in LA CIOTAT, FR
An exceptionally beautiful marquetry inlaid commode 'à Ressaut' opening with two wide drawers, and crafted in the Louis XVI style.
This very decorative late 18th century chest of dr...
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18th Century Louis XVI Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
Early 19th Century French Empire Chest Of Drawers with Columns and Paw Feet
Located in Greven, DE
Empire chest of drawers with paw feet
France
Walnut
early 19th century
Dimensions: H x W x D: 92 x 115 x 59 cm
Description:
Piece of furniture standing on finely carved, dark colo...
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Early 19th Century Empire Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
18th Century French Provincial Bombay Walnut Commode
Located in Bradenton, FL
18th Century, French provincial walnut 3-drawer bombay commode with cabriole legs and escargot feet, intricately hand carved apron and shaped top. Gorgeous patina. Carved and paneled...
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Mid-18th Century French Provincial Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
$4,640 Sale Price
20% Off
Circa 1780 French Louis XVI Period Marble Top Commode
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1780 French Louis XVI period marble top commode or chest of drawers. Mahogany with superb figured grey & white marble top conforming to the columnar form of the chest. Well mou...
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1780s Louis XVI Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
French Oval Bedside Commode – Transition Style Between Louis XV & Louis XVI
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
This elegant oval-shaped commode seamlessly blends elements of Louis XV and Louis XVI styles, showcasing the refined craftsmanship of the period.
Featuring two drawers, exquisite ma...
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1890s Louis XV Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Diminutive Louis XV Style Demilune Commodes with Marble Tops, Pair Available
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
This is one of a pair of Louis XV style mahogany inlaid commodes with a sienna marble top over two inlaid drawers, supported by slender cabriole legs with brass mounts. Pair availabl...
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Early 20th Century Louis XV French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
19th Century Napoleon III Inlaid Wood and Gilded Bronze Antique Chest of Drawers
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
Important and rare france of the period Napoleon III antique majestic chest of drawers. Characterized by a rounded shape on the front and slender wavy l...
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1880s Napoleon III Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
$33,639 Sale Price
20% Off
French Louis XVI Period 1790s Walnut Three Drawer Commode with Fluted Side Posts
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI period walnut commode circa 1790 with three drawers, linear brass hardware, cylindrical tapered legs and rounded fluted side posts. Step into the elegance of the F...
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Late 18th Century Louis XVI Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century Louis XVI Commode Signed T.C.
Located in Nashville, TN
A very fine Period French Louis XVI Commode signed T.C.
Oak and Walnut construction in the case and drawers. There are three upper drawers over two lower drawers. Heavy use of flowi...
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1770s Louis XVI Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
$12,400 Sale Price
76% Off
Jean Michel Wilmotte Two Drawer Palmer Chest in Cerused Oak with Brass Knobs
By Jean-Michel Wilmotte
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Just in from France is this iconic Jean Michel Wilmotte Palmer chest made of cerused oak. Trained in both architecture and interior design, Jean Michel Wilmotte is one of France's mo...
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Late 20th Century Modern French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Superb Bronze Mounted French Louis XV Marble Top Commode, circa 1900
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a stunning piece of French Louis XV style furniture with the best marble top and gorgeous beefy bronze omorlu and inlay. The marble top is that gorgeous lavender to yellow ma...
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Early 1900s Louis XV Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
$3,116 Sale Price
20% Off
18th Century French Louis XV Commode
Located in Houston, TX
18th century French Louis XV Commode.
Stunning period 18th century French Louis XV three-drawer commode, chest of drawers or credenza with bronze hardware. This shapely French commode or...
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18th Century Louis XV Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
French 18th Century Louis XVI Period Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
An exceptional Louis XVI period (18th century) marble-topped commode from France, incorporating multiple wood elements with classic details that could suit a wide range of decorating...
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18th Century Louis XVI Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Pair of Chinoiserie Maison Jansen Attributed French Directoire Commodes
By Maison Jansen
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a wonderful pair of distressed finished pale apple green, French made Directoire commodes attributed to Maison Jansen. The commodes are a rare pair of three drawer commodes a...
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1940s Directoire Vintage French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French 19th Century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Mahogany Commode Médallier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Fine and Impressive French 19th Century Louis XV Style Ormolu-Mounted Mahogany and Parquetry Commode a Vantaux, after the model Antoine Gaudreaux's 'Commode Médallier du Roi Louis ...
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Late 19th Century Louis XV Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze, Ormolu
$72,450 Sale Price
41% Off
A Fine Pair French 19th-20th Century Louis XV Style Marquetry & Ormolu Commodes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fine matched pair of French 19th-20th century Louis XV style gilt bronze-mounted (Ormolu) tulipwood, kingwood and satinwood floral marquetry Bombé his and her's commodes with marbl...
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Early 1900s Louis XV Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
19th Century Louis Philippe Chest
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a stunning 19th century Louis Philippe Chest with its simple but stately design. Stripped of the original color showing now showing the woods naturial color and gorgeous deta...
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1880s Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Inlaid French Walnut Marble Top French Louis XVI Demilune Commode Sideboard
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a stunning inlaid walnut and marble top demilune sideboard or buffet. The sideboard dates to the 1870s and has a wonderful patina and superb brass and bronze hardware. The ca...
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1870s Louis XVI Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Breccia Marble, Bronze
18th Century French Rococo Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
French walnut rococo three drawer commode with graceful curved front and sides resting on carved feet.
Three central brass key escutcheons (for decoration) and one large brass pull o...
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Mid-18th Century Rococo Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Early 20th Century French Louis XV Style Walnut Commode Sauteuse or Chest
Located in Fayetteville, AR
This early twentieth century French Louis XV style commode or chest of drawers is constructed of solid walnut. This piece is called a sauteuse in French, or jumping chest, due to its...
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Early 20th Century Louis XV French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Superb Cabinet / Chest Attributed to Charles Dudouyt, France, 1930s/40s
By Charles Dudouyt
Located in LEWES, GB
Superb, rare cabinet / chest attributed to Charles Dudouyt, France, 1930s/40s. Structurally sound and ready to use. Some minor marks to the top surface. Fast shipping worldwide.
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Hand-Carved Oak Chest of Drawers, France, 18th Century
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful oak chest of drawers, a wonderful testament to craftsmanship and timeless elegance. At first glance, the dresser enchants with its intricate details. The three drawers are ...
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18th Century Rustic Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Oak
Pair of Robin's Egg Blue and Gilded French Louis XVI Style Distressed Commodes
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a flamboyant pair of bright gold leaf gilded Robin's egg blue distressed finish commodes. The gold is newer and the painted finish probably is too. There are some minor defec...
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1950s Louis XVI Vintage French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
$3,160 Sale Price / set
54% Off
French Louis XV Painted Commode
Located in Doylestown, PA
A charming Louis XV period commode in original yellow painted finish, with 3 drawers with bronze drawer pulls, short scroll feet and its original conforming painted wood top. Circa 1...
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Mid-18th Century French Provincial Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
19th Century French Louis Philippe Burl Walnut Commode
Located in Austin, TX
The 19th Century French Louis Philippe Burl Walnut Commode is a stunning testament to the exquisite craftsmanship and refined taste of the Louis Philippe era.
King Louis Philippe, w...
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Mid-19th Century Louis Philippe Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut, Burl
$2,981 Sale Price
25% Off
18th Century French Bleached Walnut Large Chest of Three Drawers
Located in Round Top, TX
Large bleached walnut chest of drawers with carved decorative panels from France.
The three long drawers all function and each have 2 brass pulls for ease of use.
This lovely French ...
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Mid-18th Century French Provincial Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19C French Empire Style Complete Bedroom Set - Outstanding
Located in Dallas, TX
PRESENTING AN ABSOLUTELY OUTSTANDING 19C French Empire Style Style Complete Bedroom Suite/Set.
HIGHLY, IMPORTANT AND UNIQUE Empire Style Bedroom Suite or Set from circa 1880.
The Suite/Set is almost completely original, save the bed, which was originally twin size, but professionally commissioned to be customized and converted into a Euro King Size for modern practicality. The quality of the conversion matches the quality of the suite/set.
All pieces have gilt bronze mounted fittings; beautiful patina, beautiful parquetry; beautiful carrara marble tops, simply stunning!
About 10 years ago, I saw the ‘identical twin’ of the Commode in an Antique Store on Central Park in New York, however it had a less desirable green marble top (IMHO), and they were looking for 30k USD for the Commode, on its OWN!
This Suite/Set is SO GOOD that it is the main exhibit in our rear Showroom.
Not marked but under the marble top of the commode there are 2 signatures in pencil (1) M. Le Youters (?) and (2) M. Daneels.
You will NOT find another complete suite/set like this ANYWHERE!
AS A BONUS: We have curated and sourced (recently) a Pair of Monumental French Empire Wall Sconces which are a ‘PERFECT’ match for this bedroom set! (See pics)
These sconces are being sold separately BUT they really COMPLETE the entire bedroom!
The Suite/Set includes:
European King Size Bed (Headboard, Baseboard, side panels and central support bracket).
2 Matching Bedside...
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Late 19th Century Empire Revival Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ormolu
$82,000 Sale Price / set
31% Off
French 20th Century Painted Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A fabulous shaped skirt and cabriole legs make this 20th century French stripped and painted commode a standout. This recently painted case piece incorporates elements of both Louis ...
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20th Century Louis XV French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Paint
Antique French Louis Philippe Commode Pull Out Secretary Hidden Storage Restored
Located in Chicago, IL
Spectacular 19th century French Louis Philippe book-matched mahogany commode, dresser or chest of drawers constructed to a very high standard. Typically, we would not purchase an ave...
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1850s Louis Philippe Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
18th Century French Louis XV Bombé Commode
Located in Winter Park, FL
An 18th century French Louis XV commode, or chest of drawers, from the Bordeaux region made of solid walnut. Nice proportions with bold bombé form and serpentine front. Three dovetai...
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18th Century Louis XV Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
18th Century Louis XIV French Commode
Located in Houston, TX
18th Century Louis XIV French Commode with lion's head pulls and accents. Pinned construction with dove tailed drawers, wood is walnut
Ready to place
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18th Century Baroque Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
French Louis XVI Style Light Walnut Commode with Three Drawers and Fluted Motifs
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XVI style light walnut commode from the 20th century with three drawers, fluted side posts and legs, ornate hardware. This French Louis XVI style light walnut commode ...
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20th Century Louis XVI French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
French 19th Century Pair of Commodes
Located in Stockbridge, GA
Exquisite Pair of 19th century French pair of commodes. They are made of mahogany with brass around the drawers. They have it’s original marble top with a brass gallery around.
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Mid-19th Century Louis XVI Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
$8,200 / set
An Elmwood Commode France 1980s
By Maison Regain
Located in HYÈRES, FR
An elmwood chest France 1980s.
High quality manufacturing.
Very heavy.
In good condition.
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1980s Vintage French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Huge Gilded Ebonized Period French Louis XV Marble Top Butlers Desk Commode
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
For customers that require professional insured delivery we are proud to have teamed up with a nationwide professional delivery company that will assist with coordinating your delivery needs! They offer a reasonable flat-rate fee for delivery and set up to the ground floor of your home. They deliver to the vast majority of the lower 48 states. They offer a flat rate for most of our items with exclusions for the largest or most complex items such as breakfronts or crystal chandeliers or other items of greater complexity. For those items please ask for a shipping quote prior to purchase as these rates are different from our stated pricing. For those items please ask for a shipping quote prior to purchase. Most deliveries to the East Coast will be 295.00, to the mid-west and Southern mid-west 395.00. To the areas west of Kansas 495.00 and the farthest points to the West coast will be 595.00. Again, some areas we can't cover, however we can deliver to most of the lower 48 states so please inquire to be sure! Delivery times range from as fast as 1-4 weeks for the east coast to 5-9 weeks to the farthest areas of the west coast, sometimes longer and sometimes even shorter. If it is a time sensitive purchase, we may be able to accommodate you for a higher price. It is our goal to please each and every one of our customers with the highest standard of service possible. You must realize and accept that we are shipping antique, vintage and quality used furnishings to your home. We cannot control traffic, weather, and acts of God. There will be times when additional patience will be necessary.
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This is a very rare, monumental butlers desk or large scale commode in solid oak with incredible hand polished and hand-hewn quarried marble. The piece has been painstakingly gilded and ebonized in a French-polished shellac finish and has a red interior. The piece features two side doors which at one time had adjustable shelves. Take a look at the incredible chunky antique locks...
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1770s Louis XV Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
$7,960 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique 18th C French Country Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in LOS ANGELES, CA
Antique 18th C French Country Commode Chest of Drawers
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18th Century French Provincial Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fruitwood
Neo-Rococo Inlaid Dresser Veneered with Mahogany, circa 1930
Located in Opole, PL
Neo-Rococo Inlaid Dresser Veneered with Mahogany, circa 1930
A dresser, circa 1930, resembles furniture in the Louis XV style.
This piece of furniture ...
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1930s Rococo Revival Vintage French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
$1,508 Sale Price / item
37% Off
French Art Nouveau Lady's Dressing or Vanity w. Cabinets & Large Tilting Mirror
Located in Lisse, NL
Stunning, practical and all hand-crafted dressing table with full-size beveled mirror.
This museum quality AND condition piece of Art Nouveau furniture is a work of art at the same ...
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
19th Century French Commode
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful 19th-century French commode, showcasing the elegance and craftsmanship of classic French design. This substantial piece features three spacious drawers, each framed with ...
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19th Century Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
19th Century French Louis Phillipe Walnut Marble Top Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
19th century Louis Philippe commode or chest of drawers from France in walnut The entire case is made up from wonderfully grained book matched walnut veneer. Constructed of four draw...
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1840s Louis Philippe Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Belgian Black Marble
Antique French, Louis XVI Chest of Drawers Commode, Carrara Marble
Located in Senonches, Centre-Val de Loire
Antique French, Louis XVI style chest of drawers topped with a white Carrara marble, fluted legs finished with golden bronze clogs.
Dovetailed drawers with brass details, and a key.
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Late 19th Century Louis XVI Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Carrara Marble
1950s Hand Painted French Bombe Chest or Commode
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a lovely 1950s hand painted French bombe chest. It has a nice, large scale and is in very good condition. It is unmarked.
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Mid-20th Century French Provincial French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Louis XVI Marble Top Inlaid Demilune Walnut and Fruitwood Commode Console
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Elegant French Louis XVI demilune marble top commode or console is a remarkable work of art: it features a fully curved casework in a demilune form that presents no corners or sharp ...
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Early 20th Century Louis XVI French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Early 20th Century Chinoiserie Marble-Top Commodes
Located in Charlottesville, VA
Petite commodes with chinoiserie decoration on a red lacquered finish. Features two drawers with dovetail joinery, cabriole legs with brass mounts, and a shaped white marble top. Ele...
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Early 20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
French Louis XV Style Bombé Satinwood Marquetry & Ormolu Mounted Commode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A French Louis XV Style bois satiné, kingwood and amaranth - Ormolu Mounted Two-Drawer Bombé Commode with mottled marble top. The bowed front and sides with floral marquetry and flor...
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Mid-20th Century Louis XV French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Bronze
$14,950 Sale Price
24% Off
Louis-philippe Burl Walnut Chest Of Drawers – Mid-19th Century
Located in SAINT-CLÉMENT-DE-LA-PLACE, FR
Louis-Philippe Burl Walnut Chest of Drawers – Mid-19th Century
This superb Louis-Philippe period chest of drawers perfectly embodies the understated elegance and refinement of the...
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Mid-19th Century Louis Philippe Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Marble Top, Walnut Four-Drawer Chest
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique chest of drawers was crafted in France, circa 1870. Built of walnut, the traditional commode with simple lines stands on front ogee bracket feet over a thick and...
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Mid-19th Century Louis Philippe Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Louis XV Period 1780’s Commode, Original Painted Finish
Located in Vero Beach, FL
Louis XV period 1780’s commode, original painted finish.
Charming French Louis XV period painted three drawer commode from the third quarter of the 18th century. This chest of dra...
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18th Century Louis XV Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Antique French Commodes for Sale on 1stDibs
Shopping for an antique French commode or chest of drawers?
Commode is the French term for a low chest of drawers, but it is also sometimes used to denote any case 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. The term commode was also used to refer to a piece of bedroom furniture — a washstand or nightstand that contained a chamber pot.
During Louis XIV's reign, the commode replaced the chest as a storage device, with drawers and a surface that could double as a desk. 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.
At 1stDibs, find antique and vintage French commodes and chests of drawers for sale — shop Rococo-style commodes, Empire-style commodes, Louis XVI-style commodes and other antique furniture today.
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