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Place of Origin: French
19th century carved walnut French provincial commode
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Carved walnut 19th century french provincial commode circa 1850. Stunning example of a mid-19th century french walnut provincial commode. 3 drawers with profusely carved in rosewood...
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Mid-19th Century French Provincial Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Louis-Philippe Chest of Drawers in Cherry Burl with Marble Top, Circa 1890
Located in SAINT-CLÉMENT-DE-LA-PLACE, FR
Louis-Philippe Chest of Drawers in Cherry Burl with Marble Top, Circa 1890 – Loire Valley This elegant Louis-Philippe chest of drawers from the late 19th century embodies the discre...
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1890s Louis Philippe Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cherry

A French 19th-20th C. Louis XVI Style Gilt-Bronze-Mounted Commode Vitrine Server
By Maison Forest
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Fine and Rare French 19th-20th Century Louis XVI Style Gilt-Bronze-Mounted Mahogany and Satiné Parquetry Vitrine Commode-Server, attributed to Maison Forest. The rectangular body s...
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Early 1900s Louis XVI Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Fine 18th Century French Régence Period Commode
Located in Allerum, SE
Fine early 18th century French Provence Régence period commode ​sauteuse in its original condition. Ca 1720 France.
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Early 18th Century Regency Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

French Louis XV Style Tulipwood Veneer Bedside Table
Located in Queens, NY
French Louis XV-style (20th Century) tulipwood veneered small bedside table / commode with a gallery and three drawers.
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Late 19th Century Louis XV Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Tulipwood

Fine Late 19th Century Gilt Bronze-Mounted Tall Marble-Top Cabinet
Located in Sofia, BG
Tall cabinet with central projection, it opens with two leaves and a drawer belt and poses on high arched feet. It is clad in an elegant rosewood and amaranth inlay with geometric pa...
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Late 19th Century Louis XVI Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Rococo Period Serpentine Carved-Wood Chest of Drawers, 18th Century, France
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French period rococo serpentine chest of drawers from the 18th century. This antique commode from France features a rectangular shaped top, with softly-rounded corners and serpenti...
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18th Century Rococo Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Renaissance Chest Carved with Angels / Cherubs - Circa 1600 - XVIIth France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Large Renaissance period oak chest decorated with cherub heads surmounting panels framed by columns. Very beautiful period furniture. French work late 16th-early 17th century.  
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Early 17th Century Renaissance Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Louis XV Style Commode/ Secretary with Leather Writing Surface, 3 Drawers
Located in Houston, TX
Early 20th century, the rectangular top with projecting corners and a three-quarter pierced brass Gallery, above a conforming case fitted with three drawers, all with applied mounts...
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Early 20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Pair French Bedside Lamp Tables
Located in Swadlincote, GB
Excellent quality pair of French marquetry bedside chest of drawers, slim legs with ormolu feet, ormolu handles and stunning marble tops, overall super colour. 28.75" high 16" wide ...
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Early 20th Century Louis XIV French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Tulipwood

French 19th Century Louis XVI Walnut Commode with Marquetry and Brass Pulls
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French 19th-century walnut commode in the Louis XVI style, this piece showcases refined craftsmanship with its geometric marquetry, classical proportions, and elegant brass hardwar...
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19th Century Louis XVI Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Elegant Vintage Silver Painted French Chest of Drawers
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Traditional French chest given a new glam look with shimmering silver paint. There are 3 drawers for storage, original drawer pulls and key entry hardware...
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1960s Hollywood Regency Vintage French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cherry

Exquisite Bar Cabinet Attributed to Claude Vassal, circa 1950
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning bar cabinet attributed to Claude Vassal, France, circa 1950. Striking wedge shaped rosewood case with drop-front doors clad in goatskin. Magnificent hand-carved Walnut mot...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

18th Century French Louis XVI Marquetry Commode
Located in Winter Park, FL
A fine 18th century French Louis XVI marquetry commode, or chest of drawers, with bookmatched and inlaid veneers of walnut, mahogany...
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18th Century Louis XVI Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

18th Century Louis XVI Style Epoque Mahogany Officer's Commode
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
18th Century Louis XVI Style Epoque Mahogany Officer's Commode. Unique piece purchased in France. See detailed photos.
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18th Century Louis XVI Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Mahogany

Charlotte Perriand Pine Chest of Drawers for Les Arcs, France 1960s
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Almelo, NL
Charlotte Perriand Chest of Drawers for Les Arcs, France 1960s This is a description of a pine chest of drawers that was designed ...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

20th Century Lacquered and Painted Wood French Dresser, 1960s
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
French dresser from 20th century. Beautiful line furniture of nice decor in lacquered and painted wood. Chest of drawers with two front drawers, of good capacity. Wooden top of good ...
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1960s Vintage French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Large Commode Transition with Marquetry of Quartefeuille
Located in BARSAC, FR
Exceptional commode from the transition period in rosewood veneer in amaranth frames and green tinted wood threads. Superb marquetry decoration with a beautiful upper frieze on the front and on the sides with quarte-leaf motifs, always on the front three panels of rosewood in butterfly wings delimited by double Greek friezes. Saint Anne gray...
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1760s Louis XVI Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Ormolu

19th Century French Marble Top Bedside Chest
Located in Richmond, VA
Great little 19th century French marble top chest with canter corners, shaped marble top and French feet. Great height and size for a bedside chest or side table.
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19th Century Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

17th Century French Louis XIII Chest
Located in Chicago, IL
A remarkable rather large 17th century French Louis XIII oak chest from Normandy with two drawers with iron pulls over two doors, and covered in hand-carved and turned elements. A f...
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17th Century Louis XIII Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Empire Chest of Drawers Cherry Wood with Black Colones and Black Marble Top
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
EMPIRE chest of drawers cherry wood with black colones and black marble top
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1820s Empire Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Belgian Black Marble

French Painted Chest of Drawers with Brass Pulls, circa 1920
Located in Atlanta, GA
A charming French chest of drawers dating to circa 1920, beautifully painted in a light sand tone that complements its refined silhouette. The piece stands on elegant tapered legs an...
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20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Charlotte Perriand Bed Side Table for Les Arcs
By Charlotte Perriand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pin bedside cupboard by Charlotte Perriand for Les Arcs. One pull out drawer. One door which opens to a shelf with two spaces for storage. Made of solid pine, circa 1960. Good origin...
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1960s Vintage French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

French Louis XV Style Marquetry and Ormolu Mounted Side Cabinet by Descotte Fils
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine French Louis XV style Palissandre, Tulipwood, mahogany and Marquetry Meuble D' Appui with one door and veined black marble top, Stamped: M. Descotte & Fils, circa 1880-18...
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Late 19th Century Louis XV Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Antique Country French Painted Commode ~ Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Country French Painted Commode ~ Chest of Drawers features subtle styling and a beautiful patinaed painted finish that is perfect for today's ca...
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Early 20th Century Country French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

19th Century Chest of Drawers Louis XVI Style by Mercier Freres, Paris
By Mercier Freres
Located in Schöfflisdorf, CH
19th century chest of drawers Louis XVI style by Mercier Freres, Paris with inlays and brass decorations.
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Early 1900s Louis XVI Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

French 18th Century Louis XV Period Walnut Commode Bordelaise
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An exceptional and handsome French 18th century Louis XV period walnut commode Bordelaise. The bombée shaped commode is raised on four scrolled cabr...
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18th Century Louis XV Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

French Red 3-Drawer Chest in Wood, Design by Eric Gizard - Paris
By Éric Gizard
Located in Landivy, FR
This 3-drawer chest is presented here in ash wood and also available in French oak. No assembly is required from your side, our furniture is fully mounted in our workshop. The 3 ...
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2010s Scandinavian Modern French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Ash, Lacquer

French Transitional-style mahogany and ormolu breakfront commode
Located in Houston, TX
This French transitional style mahogany commode was made After the original model by Jean-Francois Oben for the chateau De Menards of Madame de Pompadour having a shaped marble Top, ...
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Late 19th Century Louis XV Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

19th century French palisander chest of drawers with faux marble top
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century French palisander chest of drawers with faux marble top circa 1870. Stunning french commode of grand proportions beautifully veneered in palisander from the rosewood fa...
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Late 19th Century French Provincial Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Palisander, Paint

18th Century Country French Painted Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
18th century Country French painted commode represents the essence of the genre, with tailored lines and visually appealing scrollwork a...
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Late 18th Century French Provincial Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Carved Mahogany Chest of Drawers from Bordeaux
Located in Dallas, TX
This elegant antique chest was crafted in Bordeaux, France, circa 1760. Called "Commode Tombeau" in French, the cabinet stands on escargot feet over a ...
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Mid-18th Century Louis XV Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Louis XV Provincial Commode In Walnut
Located in Kent, Dover
An XVIII Century French Louis XV walnut commode, with a serpentine front and five drawers. The original handles in gilt bronze, carefully restored with a great patina.
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1760s Louis XV Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Beautiful Antique Chest of Drawers, Early 20th Century, Napoleon III Style.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Beautiful antique chest of drawers, early 20th century, Napoleon III style. Antique Napoleon III style solid wood chest of drawers, early 20th century, antique assembly, painted and...
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20th Century Napoleon III French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Louis Philippe Style Chest of 4 Drawers in Blond Cherry and White-Cream Finish
Located in Landivy, FR
This chest of drawers is a handmade reproduction of the French Louis Philippe Style in the mid 19th century in France caracterized by its curved moldings, hand-curved feet and rounde...
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2010s Neoclassical French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Cherry, Oak

French Modern Tall Blonde Parquetry Cabinet, Mini Armoire W/ Nickel Trim
Located in New York City, NY
A French sycamore wood tall and versatile highboy / wardrobe/ cabinet. Its geometric parquetry inlaid front adds a touch of elegance with patterns of diamonds and cubes. This sculptural cabinet is adorned with an artistic tapered molding that extends beyond the main body, creating visual interest. A vertical band of shiny nickeled bronze runs down the center, adding a touch of modernity to its design. At the center of the cabinet, there are large decorative escutcheons in the shape of a diamond, perfectly complementing its overall aesthetic. The cabinet is topped with a mirror and ends with short splayed legs, finished in nickel. Its spacious interior boasts two large compartments. One side features five slide-out drawers, while the other contains open shelving, making it perfect for storing and catering to one's needs. Standing tall and boasting a sophisticated appearance, this warm blonde wood cabinet is both unusual and practical. It can be used as a meuble d'appui, mini armoire...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Nickel

18th c. Painted Commode with Carved Heart
Located in New Orleans, LA
Lovely Painted Commode with Carved Heart on Apron
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18th Century and Earlier Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Painted Louis XVI Commode, 18th Century, France
Located in New Orleans, LA
A two-drawer chest on tapered legs, this painted commode with original paint and hardware is from the period of Louis XVI.
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Late 18th Century Louis XVI Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Important Louis XV Inlaid Kingwood Commode by Pierre Migeon
By Pierre Migeon
Located in Greenwich, CT
Important Louis XV inlaid kingwood commode by Pierre II Migeon, circa 1745, having original shaped and molded Porto marble top over two drawers having high style rocaille inlay and o...
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Mid-18th Century Rococo Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Ormolu

AMAZING CHEST OF DRAWERS French, 18th century
Located in Madrid, ES
CHEST OF DRAWERS French, 18th century rosewood and jacaranda. Oak interior. Curved chest with three drawers, pink marble top. Embossed bronze hardware, inlaid decoration. Minor defe...
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Mid-18th Century Louis XV Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Louis-philippe Style Chest Of Drawers In Solid Walnut, 19th Century
Located in SAINT-CLÉMENT-DE-LA-PLACE, FR
This magnificent Louis-Philippe style chest of drawers captivates with the perfect harmony between the nobility of its wood and the finesse of its marble. Crafted from solid walnut, ...
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Late 19th Century Louis Philippe Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Krieger, Stamped Mahogany Chest Of Drawers, 19th Century
By Maison Krieger
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
Beautiful mahogany chest of drawers with 2 drawers, with rich gilded bronze ornamentation: pearl threads, flower sprays highlight the play of the work of speckled or veneered mahogan...
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19th Century Louis XVI Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Louis XV period Kingwood Commode
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Outstanding example of 18th century Louis XV commode Serpentine Fronted Tombeau Shaped in kingwood veneer, with chased and gilt bronze ornamentation, the front opening with four draw...
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Mid-18th Century Louis XV Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Ormolu

Louis XV period Kingwood Commode
Louis XV period Kingwood Commode
$7,595 Sale Price
66% Off
18th Century Regence Provincial Commode
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is a very good provincial period Regence carved walnut commode or chest of drawers. The commode features an oxbow form with shaped drawers and a central drop pendant. The feet h...
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1720s Baroque Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Fine Pair of Early 20th Century Ormolu Mounted Marble Top Chests or Tables
Located in Dublin, IE
A very fine pair of early 20th Century richly patinated, well figured mahogany, marquetry inlaid marble top tables or chests of exceptional quality. This stunning pair are finely ca...
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Early 20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Ormolu

Fine Quality Figural Bronze Inlaid walnut Marble Top Louis XV commode Circa 1910
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This fine quality Louis XV commode, circa 1910, epitomizes the opulence and refinement of French craftsmanship at the turn of the 20th century. Beautifully constructed from walnut, t...
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1920s Louis XV Vintage French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

French 1880s Rococo Style Three-Drawer Bedside Chest with Serpentine Front
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Rococo style painted bedside chest from the late 19th century, with serpentine front and three drawers. Created in France during the last quarter of the 19th century, this p...
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Late 19th Century Rococo Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

André Monpoix. 3-drawer teak chest of drawers. 1960s.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
André Monpoix. 3-drawer teak chest. French work realized in the 1960s. Dimensions: H 73 x W 100 x D 55.5 cm Reference: LS6357708M
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Mid-20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

18th Century Louis XVI Walnut Commode
Located in Houston, TX
An 18th-century Louis XVI walnut commode, showcasing the period's elegance, features intricate craftsmanship and typically includes ornate detailing such as ebony accenting and delic...
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18th Century Louis XVI Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Walnut

Antique Louis XVI Mahogany Chiffoniere-Petite Commode with Carrara Marble
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Louis XVI Mahogany Chiffoniere-Petite Commode with Carrara Marble is the perfect choice for a cozy room, a special niche, between windows, or anywhere a small footprint is re...
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Mid-20th Century Louis XVI French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Carrara Marble, Brass

French 18th Century Commode
Located in Stockbridge, GA
This Commode is made of walnut. It is a French Directoire Period which is a short time in the French history. It has this dressy and rustic look.
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Late 18th Century Directoire Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

18th Century French Walnut Wood Commode En Tombeau from Provence
Located in Dallas, TX
An en tombeau is a type of commode with three tiers of drawers and short legs. Our walnut wood chest of drawers was hand-carved in Provence, France d...
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18th Century Louis XV Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Walnut

19th Century Louis XV Style Scriban
Located in London, Park Royal
Louis XV Style Scriban, in solid oak. Hand-carved with Provincial carving and hand-painted in an aged ecru on the outside with a dark midnight blue patina on the inside writing section.
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Late 19th Century Louis XV Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

19th Century Louis XV Style Scriban
19th Century Louis XV Style Scriban
$2,271 Sale Price
29% Off
Boulle chest of drawers, France, circa 1860.
Located in Chorzów, PL
We present an exclusive Boulle style chest of drawers, from France, dating from around 1860. This elegant chest of drawers is a perfect example of 19th-century craftsmanship and is a...
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1860s Napoleon III Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

19thc French Ebonised & Marble Commode
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1890. 19thc French ebonised & marble commode Sourced from the South of France Measures: W113 x D51 x H104.5cm.   
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Late 19th Century Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

French 1820s Restauration Period Walnut Three-Drawer Commode with Carved Foliage
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Restauration period walnut commode from the early 19th century, with three drawers, carved foliage and fluted accents. This French Restauration period walnut commode, crafte...
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Early 19th Century Restauration Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Early 20th century scrubbed oak chest of drawers / commode
Located in Budleigh Salterton, GB
Charming early 20th century scrubbed oak chest of drawers in the Louis XVI style French circa 1910 with Large original wrought iron handles This piece has been washed and scrubbe...
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Early 1900s Louis XVI Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Miniature Provençale Louis XV Period 1725 Apprentice Commode with Lift Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Provençale Louis XV period miniature apprentice commode from the early 18th century, with lift top and cabriole legs. Born in Provence during the reign of King Louis XV, thi...
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Early 18th Century Louis XV Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

19th Century French Louis XVI Style Carved and Painted Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
This 19th Century French Louis XVI style commode features intricate carvings and a painted finish, adding a touch of antique elegance to any space. The piece exudes a regal charm wit...
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19th Century Louis XVI Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Louis XV Sauteuse Commode In Rosewood Marquetry
Located in BARSAC, FR
Lovely little Louis XV commode scurved on all sides in rosewood marquetry in curling in scrolled reserves, highlighted with light wood fillets on a rosewood background. Opening three...
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1840s Louis XV Antique French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Breccia Marble, Bronze

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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