Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
MID-CENTURY MODERN STYLE
Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.
ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Emerged during the mid-20th century
- Informed by European modernism, Bauhaus, International style, Scandinavian modernism and Frank Lloyd Wright’s architecture
- A heyday of innovation in postwar America
- Experimentation with new ideas, new materials and new forms flourished in Scandinavia, Italy, the former Czechoslovakia and elsewhere in Europe
CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN
- Simplicity, organic forms, clean lines
- A blend of neutral and bold Pop art colors
- Use of natural and man-made materials — alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak; steel, fiberglass and molded plywood
- Light-filled spaces with colorful upholstery
- Glass walls and an emphasis on the outdoors
- Promotion of functionality
MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW
- Charles and Ray Eames
- Eero Saarinen
- Milo Baughman
- Florence Knoll
- Harry Bertoia
- Isamu Noguchi
- George Nelson
- Danish modernists Hans Wegner and Arne Jacobsen, whose emphasis on natural materials and craftsmanship influenced American designers and vice versa
ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS
- Eames lounge chair
- Nelson daybed
- Florence Knoll sofa
- Egg chair
- Womb chair
- Noguchi coffee table
- Barcelona chair
VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS
The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.
Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively.
Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer.
Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.
The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by celebrated manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.
As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.
Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.
Generations turn over, and mid-century modern remains arguably the most popular style going. As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.
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Style: Mid-Century Modern
Midcentury Style Italian Commode Made of Solid Wood Colored Glass and Brass
By L.A. Studio
Located in Ibiza, Spain
This large Italian commode features a classic design with seven drawers. The original wood structure dates back to the 1950s and is elegantly covered with colored glass, adding a tou...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Blue Glass and Brass Sideboard with 28 Murano Jewelry and Four Drawers Available
Located in Guazzora, IT
This exquisite sideboard is a stunning blend of modern design and traditional craftsmanship, crafted in Italy.
Made from solid birch wood, it features a rich blue opal glass...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Brass
Low Midcentury Rosewood Chest of drawers by Brouer Møbelfabrik, 1960s
By Brouer Mobel
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Made by Brouer Mobelfabrik
A beautiful low chest of drawers by Brouer made of expressive rosewood. The color is a beautiful reddish darkbrown. The cool grips and patterning of the wo...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Rosewood
Gio Ponti, Singer & Sons, Italian Mid-Century Modern, Sculptural Dresser, Walnut
By Gio Ponti
Located in Manhasset, NY
Gio Ponti, Singer & Sons, Italian Mid-Century Modern, Sculptural Dresser, Walnut, Labeled
Iconic Rare and important cabinet designed by world renowned Italian designer Gio Ponti for...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Walnut
French 1930's Mirrored Chest Of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A finely decorated French mirrored chest of drawers, etched throughout in great detail, with an ebonised base. Each drawer with hand blown floral handles and each panel of glass with...
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1930s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Brass
Paul Frankl for Johnson Brass X Pulls High Chest of Drawers Dresser Cabinet
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Paul Frankl for Johnson Brass X Pulls high chest of drawers dresser cabinet.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid Century Style White Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
Mid Century style white dresser, with six drawers, beveled trim, hand cast polished brass hardware with our 'ghost' white lacquered satin finish.
Dimensions: 68" W x 20" D x 34" H.
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mastercraft Mid Century Brass Chest of Drawers
By Mastercraft
Located in Countryside, IL
Mastercraft Mid Century Brass Chest of Drawers
This chest measures: 32 wide x 18 deep x 28.75 high
All pieces of furniture can be had in what we call restored vintage condition. Th...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Walnut "Campaign Series" Bachelor's Chest by Henredon
By Henredon
Located in Dallas, TX
This handsome four-drawer bachelor chest is a classic! Part of Henredon's iconic "Officers Chest Collection". Made in Morganton, North Carolina, USA. Good d...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Kartell Drawers by Simon Fussell 1970s
By Simon Fussel
Located in Ljubljana, SI
Italian modular red plastic 4601 3-5 chest of drawers by Simon Fussel for Kartell, 1970s. Modular cabinet model 4601 in red plastic, with ten drawers and a lid. Structure can be sepa...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Plastic
Mid-Century Modern Small Mirror Nightstand with Laundry Hamper Wonderful Patina
Located in Chicago, IL
Mid-Century Modern Small Mirror Nightstand with built in Laundry Hamper. Could be just the item to give your closet a little pizzazz without depleting your checking account. You could call our Mid-Century Modern Small Chest...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Glass, Mirror, Wood
Mid-Century Teak Dresser, Denmark, 1960s
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Mid-Century teak dresser manufactured, during the 1960s in the Denmark. The dresser has profiled handles. The dresser consists of 6 drawers with round profiled handles. The wood teak...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Teak
Danish Modern, Chest of Drawers in Mahogany, Frits Henningsen, 1940s
Located in Odense, DK
A timeless Danish Modern chest of drawers crafted in rich mahogany, featuring clean lines and elegant proportions. Designed in the 1940s and attributed to renowned cabinetmaker Frits...
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Early 20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Brass
Decorative Caned Door Front Exposed Legs Walnut Credenza Dreser
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern walnut threee drawers credenza with double doors cane front compartment.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Cane, Walnut
Mid Century Modern Walnut High Chest Dresser
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Nice Mid-Century Modern five drawers one-door compartment chest or dresser.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Guillerme et Chambron Chest of Four Drawers in Oak, Votre Maison, France, 1960s
Located in The Hague, NL
This striking chest of drawers was designed by Jacques Chambron and Robert Guillerme in the 1960s. It was produced by their company Votre Maison in Northern France.
The chest of d...
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1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
A Pair Of Brass Clad Bedside Cabinets By Sarreid LTD
By Sarreid Ltd.
Located in London, GB
A pair of brass clad two drawer bedside or small commodes by Sarreid ltd Spain. Riveted top and edges, stood on four feet, with decorative handles. In their original condition, with ...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
1950’s Bachelors Chests/ Tall Nightstands Lacquered in Farrow & Ball “Bamboozle”
Located in Charleston, SC
A matching pair of color matched gloss lacquered in Farrow & Ball “Bamboozle” small bachelors Chests or large nightstands. The nightstands have...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood, Lacquer
Midcentury Goatskin Wood Italian Commodes, 1980
Located in Rome, IT
Beautiful dresser with a very original and very particular shapes. Stunning design for a one-of-a-kind dresser.
The chest of drawers is composed of three large drawers, which can be...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Goatskin, Wood
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 Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Striking Mid-Century Style Brass and Blu Multicolored Murano Glass Commode, 2020
Located in Rome, IT
Striking brass frame and hand-cut Blue Mondrian imitation Murano glass Commode or chest of drawer, raised on special brass legs.
Handmade by a master ar...
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Wood
Pair of MCM Paul McCobb for Planner Group Blond Maple Three-Drawer Chests
By Paul McCobb
Located in St. Louis, MO
All original pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group chest / dressers for Winchendon. Three drawers, brass cone pulls on tapered legs. Touched up original finish. Can be ebonized for addit...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Maple
Mid 20th century Swedish pine chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century Swedish pine chest of drawers circa 1960.
Unusual mid century chest of drawers that embraces the pine grain and colour rather than try and hide it. This model woul...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak, Pine
John Stuart Chrome and Lacquered Chest of Drawers
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage 1970s three drawer chest of drawers retailed by John Stuart in the style of Milo Baughman.
Three drawers with chrome hardware float above the floor in a parsons form lacquere...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome
Vintage MCM Rosewood Lingerie Chest by Glenn of California
Located in Topeka, KS
Stunning vintage mid-century modern lingerie chest by Glenn of California. Comprised of rosewood, aluminum strip, and black painted sides. Beautiful condition, keeping in mind that this is vintage and not new so will have signs of use and wear. Black paint has been touched up on corners & top was sanded and Danish oil applied. A fresh coat of Danish oil was also applied to the drawer fronts. Please see photos and zoom in for details. We attempt to portray any imperfections. Circa, Mid-20th Century.
NOTE: If you love this lingerie chest by Glenn of California we have a matching nightstand here for sale if it is still available.
What a beautiful way to spoil your lingerie!! This is a stunning vintage mid-century modern lingerie chest designed by Glenn of California. It is comprised of GORGEOUS rosewood top and drawer fronts bordered by an aluminum strip, grooved handle pulls on the sides of the drawers, cased with black painted sides. It has eight drawers that graduate in size from smaller at the top to larger at the bottom. Maybe you don’t have lingerie?? No worries!! Although it is called a lingerie chest you could certainly use it as a tall, narrow dresser in your bedroom or dressing area. It would be a lovely cabinet to use in a study, office, hall, or entry for linens, books, office supplies, or anything you want to stow away in a phenomenal piece of mid-century modern excellence.
Glenn of California was owned by father and son team Isaac and Robert Baron and based in Arcadia California and has been credited for being at the forefront of the West Coast modernist design movement in the 1940’s and 1950’s. The company made a name for itself when it hired Milo Baughman. They would go on to hire Swedish architect and designer Greta Magnusson-Grossman, the first woman to receive an award from the Swedish Society of Industrial Design. The significant furniture line she and Baughman designed called the California Modern Collection became known for its laid-back Los Angeles style and integration of walnut, iron, and Formica. Glenn of California collaborated with many notable designers including Kipp Stweart, Paul Laslo, John Kapel, & Stanley Young. Although Glenn of California is no longer in business, their high-end vintage furniture is sought after today.
This fabulous vintage rosewood lingerie...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
Pair of Mid-Century Modern Chests, Dressers Bedside Stands, Opposing, Refinished
By John Stuart
Located in Manhasset, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern chests, dressers bedside stands, opposing, refinished
A pair of finely constructed John Stuart or John Widdicomb fashioned opposing chest of drawers. E...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Rattan and Mirror Chest of Drawers
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Stunning chest of drawers in rattan and mirror with 4 drawers. Typical of the seventies, high quality of craftsmanship, entirely hand made. Excellent condition.
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rattan, Mirror
Pair of Black Lacquer Mahogany Mid-Century Modern Bachelor Chests
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern black lacquer mahogany bachelor chests dresser by John Stuart.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
William Hinn “Exoskeleton” Gentleman Chest/Dresser, Sweden 1950
Located in Chicago, IL
William Hinn “Exoskeleton” Gentleman Chest/Dresser, Sweden 1950s. Two part 4 drawer chest. Matching long dresser and nightstands are in separate listings.
Measures 47.25” tall, 44.5”...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Chest of Drawers with Two Drawers by Jacques Adnet, France
Located in Uccle, BE
About this Chest of drawers with two drawers by Jacques Adnet
Chest of drawers with two drawers, the wooden structure entirely covered in black imitation leather.
The brass feet in...
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Faux Leather, Wood
Mid Modern Century Commode Chest of Drawers Teak Wood
Located in Madrid, ES
A beautiful and elegant chest of drawers from the 60s, in teak wood, with four drawers and bronze handles, the four legs also end with four rounded bronze sabots.
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Mid-20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Modular 3 Piece Cabinet By Milo Baughman
Located in West Palm Beach, US
Three signed Modular cabinets designed by Milo Baughman and made by Thayer Coggin. Each chest has 3 drawers with hidden pulls on the sides. They individually measure 32” wide which...
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1980s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Rare set of drawers by Tobia Scarpa
Located in Hoegaarden, BE
Rare and spectacular, this pair of walnut and leather Artona chests of drawers was designed by Afra and Tobia Scarpa for Maxalto in 1975. The Artona line, the first ever produced by ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather, Walnut
Vintage Coastal Chevron Pencil Reed Chest of Drawers
Located in west palm beach, FL
Bring the serene charm of coastal living into your home with this vintage pencil reed chest of drawers, crafted in an elegant chevron pattern...
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Late 20th Century Philippine Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Reed
Honeycomb Anglo Indian Blue Four Drawer Dressers
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Bone Inlay Dresser, an undeniable statement piece for any bedroom or living room. This stunning four drawer dresser is ent...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bone, Wood
Meuble de rangement style Charlotte Perriand Les Arcs vintage en pin années 70
Located in BESANÇON, FR
Meuble de rangement vintage des années 60 70, en pin, dans le style de Charlotte Perriand pour Les Arcs, jolies poignées, 2 portes avec 1 étagère intérieure, très bon état général av...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Petite Cabinet in Carved Oak, France, 1940s
Located in Kaštel Sućurac, Splitsko-dalmatinska županija
Petite Cabinet in Carved Oak, France, 1940s
Where rural geometry meets quiet sculpture
This French cabinet from the 1940s distills the essence of provincial craft into a modest, arc...
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1940s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century Modern American Walnut Tall Skinny Lingerie Chest Dresser
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern American walnut skinny tall and narrow unusual shape dresser high chest.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Bassett Mayan Tall Chest Highboy Dresser Mid Century Modern 1960s
Located in Forest Grove, PA
Vintage Mid Century Modern tall highboy dresser from the “Mayan” line by Bassett Furniture Company. The restored case has more depth and clarity to the finish than the original factory finish.
The block carved tiki handles provide a striking contrast to the book matched walnut case. The original signature Bassett Mayan” Collection...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Arne Vodder Two Drawer Entry Chest in Rosewood
By Sibast, Arne Vodder
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: Arne Vodder
Manufacturer: Sibast
Era: 1960s
Materials: Rosewood
Dimensions: 29.5" wide x 13" deep x 20.25" tall.
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Danish Design Teak Chest of Drawers, 1960s
Located in Breda, Netherlands
Teak Chest of Drawers
A beautiful chest of drawers made of teak. The color is a beautiful reddish brown. The cool grips and patterning of the wood make this one a true eye catcher. T...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Merton Gershun American of Martinsville MCM Urban Suburban 5-Drawer Highboy
Located in Countryside, IL
Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville Mid Century Urban Suburban 5-Drawer Highboy Dresser
This dresser measures: 38 wide x 19 deep x 42 inches ...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome
Kent Coffey Perspecta Mid Century Walnut and Rosewood 5 Drawer Highboy Dresser
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Countryside, IL
Kent Coffey Perspecta mid century walnut and rosewood 5 drawer highboy dresser
This dresser measures 40.25 wide x 19.25 deep x 46 inches high
All pieces of furniture can be had...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood, Walnut
George Nakashima "Origins" Tall Chest
Located in San Francisco, CA
George Nakashima "Origins" tall chest for Widdicomb. Rare example with a figured burl door and drawers for every necescity rising on a splayed base, newly refinished and ready to install. Massive amounts of clothing storage...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Borsani Tecno Two Chests of Drawers in Black and Granite Mid-Century Italy 1962s
By Osvaldo Borsani, Tecno
Located in Palermo, IT
Set of two "SE" container in wood and granite by Borsani for Tecno, Italy, 1962. SE model, dark granite top, five drawers. Black lacquered wood structure. The granite shelves are rem...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Granite
Modernist Chest Of Drawers
Located in London, GB
Nicely proportioned chest of drawers with exposed box jointing details to the drawer face.
A well made piece of 20th Century furniture.
Ideal for a bedside night stand or sofa end ...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak, Walnut
Dorothy Draper "Espana" Chest of Drawers by Heritage-Henredon
Located in Pasadena, CA
This is an iconic Dorothy Draper "Espana" Chest of Drawers created and signed by "Heritage-Henredon". We have had the chest refinished in a black lacquer and it is in excellent cond...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Jorge Zalszupin- L'atelier- 1960- Rare Componivel chest of drawers.
Located in Knokke-Heist, BE
Jorge Zalszupin for L’Atelier, Rare Rosewood Chest of Drawers, 1960
This exceptional chest of drawers by Jorge Zalszupin is a striking example of Brazilian modernism. Designed in th...
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20th Century Brazilian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Italian Bamboo and Rattan Chest of Drawers or Credenza, 1980s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Lovely rectangle credenza or chest of drawers, fabricated in Italy in the 80's.
This very nice credenza is made of bamboo and rattan.
Four drawers with nice natural grips on the ri...
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1980s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan
Pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group Maple Six Drawer Double Dressers
Located in Bainbridge, NY
Pair of Paul McCobb planner group maple & black six drawer dressers, 1950's. Featuring classic Paul McCobb modular design including four rectangula...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Enamel
20th Italian Chest of Drawers in Walnut with Original Gray Marble
Located in Buggiano, IT
Italian chest of drawers in walnut with original gray marble, with three drawers that have Florentine paper inside.
Natural color as per photos.
The...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Solid Mahogany 3 Drawers Antique Chippendale Style Dresser Chest
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Antique Solid Mahogany 3 Drawers Antique Chippendale Style Dresser Chest
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19th Century American Antique Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Planner Group Three-Drawer Chest on Low Table by Paul McCobb for Winchendon
Located in Dorchester, MA
Designed by Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture's Planner Group line, this chest comprises a three-drawer maple case piece that sits atop a low detached maple table that could also ...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
Pair George Nelson Thin Edge Rosewood Chests
Located in New York, NY
Pair of George Nelson thin edge chests or nightstands. The items are rosewood veneer with four pull-out drawers and metal legs.
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1950s Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Oiled Walnut Mid-Century Modern High Chest 4 Drawers Dresser
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Very clean beautiful walnut wood pattern oil finished high chest dresser.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Micheal Taylor for Baker Furniture Chest Bookcase Far East Collection
Located in Germantown, MD
Michael Taylor for Baker Furniture Co. Far East Collection 4 piece chest of drawers / Bookcase/ Cabinet, circa 1960s. This versatile piece comes in four separate sections. Can be use...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Vintage "Dania" Dresser by Merton Gershun for American of Martinsville
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Bring home a tremendous example of authentic Mid-Century Modern furniture with this stunning dresser designed by the legendary Merton Gershun for the famed American of Martinsville f...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Paul McCobb for Planner Group MCM Blond or Ebony Maple Three-Drawer Chest
Located in St. Louis, MO
Single Paul McCobb Planner Group chest / dressers for Winchendon. Three drawers with solid brass cone pulls on angled tapered legs. The chest is shown sold, but have another in a mor...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple
Shaker Inspired Chest of Drawers, Steel Furniture Natural Rust Patina
By Jim Rose
Located in Chicago, IL
This chest of drawers was inspired by the forms and sensibilities of Shaker furniture. Here, artist Jim Rose puts his spin on the shaker design by using naturally rusted steel. The warmth of the patina evokes a cherished family heirloom. This piece will add interest and functionality to any room.
Jim Rose
Chest of Drawers
repurposed steel with natural rust patina
78h x 35w x 18d in
198.12h x 88.90w x 45.72d cm
JR0270
Jim Rose
b. 1966, d. 2023
Bio:
Born in Indiana, Jim Rose lived in Europe until he returned to the United States to attend college. After one year at Bard College, Jim transferred to the School of the Art Institute in Chicago (SAIC) where he graduated in 1988 with a BFA. His skillful interpretation of the Shaker design is a result of intense research and field study of Shaker furniture, architecture, culture and history. After over two decades of dedicated work, he has mastered the minimalism of the Shaker technique and created his own unique visual vernacular. The quilts of Gee's Bend have become a monumental influence taking this artist's work to new levels of unique interpretation and artistry. His selection of aged steel results in a patina directly related to that of aged wood while his colored strips beautifully mimic worn cloth. Each piece of furniture is masterfully made and intended for daily use. Jim Rose’s steel furniture is featured every year at SOFA Chicago for the past 25 years.
Jim Rose
b. 1966, Wisconsin
Education:
1989 B.F.A., sculpture, The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, IL
1988 Student at Large, Welding Technology, Triton College, Chicago, IL
1985 Undergraduate Photography Bard College, Annandale-on-Hudson, New York
Awards:
2008 Wisconsin Arts Board Fellowship Award, Madison, WI
2005 Elizabeth R. Raphael Founder’s Prize, Society for Contemporary Craft, Pittsburgh, PA
2003 Grant Recipient for Shaker Interpretations in Cast Iron, PA Arts Assoc / WI Arts Board
2003 Arts/Industry Residency Program for Visual Artists, John Michael Kohler Arts Center, Sheboygan, Wisconsin
Solo Exhibitions:
2017 New Work, Tory Folliard Gallery, Milwaukee, WI
2012 Simply Steel, Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum, Wausau, WI
2007 Variation, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL
2003 New Work, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL
2001 Shaker in Steel / New Work, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL
2000 Shaker in Steel / New Work, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL
1999 Hands and Heart to Steel III, Ann Nathan Gallery, Chicago, IL
National Exhibitions:
2017-2018 SOFA Chicago – Gallery Victor Armendariz
2016 - 1995 SOFA Chicago, New York, Palm Beach - Ann Nathan Gallery
2011 - 2002 Art Chicago - Ann Nathan Gallery
Group Exhibitions:
2017 Coming Attractions: Inaugural Exhibition, Gallery Victor Armendariz, Chicago, IL
2017 Living with Art: The Newman Collection, 108 Contemporary, Tulsa, Oklahoma
2016 Form Follows Function: The Intersection of Art and Craft, The Hardy Gallery, Ephraim, Wi
2015 NEO, Chipstone Foundation, Milwaukee Art Museum, Milwaukee, WI
2015 ICFF, Furniture Society, Javits Convention Center, New York City, NY
2013 Vahki Revisited, The Enduring Spirit of a Craft Collection” Mesa Contemporary Arts,
Mesa, AZ
2013 Fearless Furniture, Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites, Indianapolis, IN
2013 Inaugural Exhibition, Museum Wisconsin of Art, West Bend, WI
2012 Sitting Pretty: Furniture from RAM’s Collection, Racine Art Museum, WI
2011 Hiding Places: Memory in the Arts, John Michael Kohler Arts Center, WI
2010 Living with Art, Strohl Art Center, Chautauqua Institution, NY
2009 Summer in Wisconsin, Tory Folliard Gallery, Milwaukee, WI
2009 High Honors, James Watrous Gallery, Madison, WI
2008 Second Lives: Remixing the Ordinary, Museum of Art and Design, NY
2007 Transformation 5: Contemporary Works in Found Materials, Art Association, Jackson, WY
2007 Transformation 5: Contemporary Works in Found Materials, Houston Center for Contemporary Craft, Houston, TX (traveling exhibition)
2006 Show us Your Drawers, Herron School of Art, Indianapolis, IN
2006 Marriage of the Minds...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Set of Walnut Cabinets by Kipp Stewart, C. 1950s
Located in Westport, CT
Elevate your interior with the timeless allure of these exquisite Walnut cabinets, masterfully crafted by the renowned Kipp Stewart for Drexel in the mid-20th century. Embodying the ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern Walnut 5 Drawers High Chest Dresser MINT!
By Drexel
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Walnut 5 Drawers High Chest Dresser MINT!.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Unique Golden Lacquer Brass Maison Jansen Sideboard Commode, 1970s
Located in Paris, IDF
An exciting example of French design firm Maison Jansen’s commissioned pieces. This large sideboard is made from solid oak, lacquered in a rich dark brown and bronze–golden finish. T...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Aksel Kjersgaard Mid-Century Scandinavian Teak Chest of Drawers, 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern design chest of drawers produced by Aksel Kjersgaard in teak and metal structure, Denmark 1960s
Please note that the item is original of the period a...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Michel Pigneres Chest/Sideboard
Located in West Palm Beach, US
Nice sideboard by Michel Pigneres, The finish is original lacquered wood. Deep maroon color. The metal is silver with patina. There are some small scratches on the surface as to be ...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Mid-Century Chest of Drawers by Maison Regain, sculptural elmwood, 1970s France
Located in Zevenaar, NL
Beautiful schulptural mid-Century chest of drawers by Maison Regain.
Circa 1970, France.
Very decorative piece made out of elmwood.
Very good condition.
Very decorative cabinet exec...
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1970s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Elm
Bamboo Rattan and Brass Chest of Drawers by Dal Vera, Italy, 1970s
By Dal Vera
Located in SAINT-OUEN, FR
Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Nice mix of bamboo, rattan raffia wicker and brass handle chest of drawers or commode by the manufac...
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1970s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Split Reed Bamboo Rattan End Table or Nightstand, 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
Spanish modern bamboo night stand or small chest with three drawers, Spain, 1970s
Beautiful split reed bamboo and rattan small chest, end table or bedside table with a decorative c...
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20th Century Spanish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bamboo, Rattan, Reed
1960s Jack Cartwright Rosewood Cabinet Dresser Founders Mid Century Modern
Located in Chula Vista, CA
For your consideration, 1960s Rosewood Walnut Armoire Wardrobe Dressing Cabinet
Gentleman's Chest of Drawers
attribution Jack Cartwright for Founders Furniture Company
unmarked, num...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood, Walnut
Russel Wright Conant Ball Mid-Century Modern Solid Birch High Chest Dresser Mint
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Russel Wright Conant ball Mid-Century Modern solid blonde birch high chest dresser mint!
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple, Birch
Five Drawer Tibergaard Highboy Dresser in Teak
Located in Berkeley, CA
Origin: Denmark
Designer: G Tibergaard Nielsen
Manufacturer: Tibergaard
Era: 1960s
Materials: Teak
Measurements: 31.5″ wide x 16.5″ deep x 37″ tall
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Edward Wormley for Dunbar Ebonized Mahogany Dresser Chest, Newly Refinished
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern ebonized mahogany five-drawer chest of drawers
By Edward Wormley for Dunbar
USA, 1950s
Measures: 34.13"W x 20"D x 31"H.
Newly refinished...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Breathtaking Pair of Chests by Renzo Rutili in Cerused Oak and Bird's-Eye Maple
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...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Large Raymond Loewy Inspired Yellow Chapter One Gentlemans Chest Armoire
Located in Chattanooga, TN
This model is nearly impossible to find. Moreover, yellow is the most sought after option. Combined with the fact that we've restored this piece to outstanding condition, we're certain you WILL NOT find a more sublime rendition.
Well it’s 2024, and Broyhill’s Chapter One Collection is officially harder to find and more sought after than the Raymond Loewy orginals. With all due respect to Raymond Loewy, there really is something magical about the Chapter One line. Maybe they’re just more fun and approachable. Maybe it’s the proportions and practicality. Regardless, they’re one of our favourite collections of all time. The restoration team pulled no punches on this Chapter One Yellow Highboy Dresser, and the end result exceeded our expectations. Every inch of painted wood (including base) was professionally sanded primed and painted to match the original bright white. The laminate top and canary yellow molded plastic door / drawer fronts were finally buffed and polished to a glassy shine. Unlike the traditional Chapter One Highboy, this "Gentleman's Chest" version is step up in style and function. The open cabinet space on the left features a removable and adjustable height shelf, painted in gloss white of course. The right side has two hinged doors that open to reveal an additional (3) drawers. These also sport the signature white facades, and open / close with ease on the ball-bearing metal tracks. This dresser was built like a tank, but looks like a Lamborghini. It’s tough to see this one go, but we know it will be loved.
Broyhill’s Chapter one collection borrowed from the plastic mold injection designs made famous by legendary designer Raymond Loewy. Like Loewy, these Chapter One Dressers employ the futuristic use of color and materials in a way that had not been seen before. The bright yellow plastic captures the playful spirit of the 1970s. The Gentleman's Chest Cabinet is supported by a lacquered plinth base with rounded corners. This colorful, curvaceous case-good could have blended in nicely on the set of 2001 A Space Odyssey. The space-age look has never been more desirable, which may help explain the recent scarcity of all things Chapter One.
Chapter One Yellow Dresser...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Plastic, Hardwood
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