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
Italian Mid Century Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Troy, MI
Found in Italy, this versatile chest of drawers dates from the 1960s. This walnut chest has sleek styling and proportions with five slender drawers and carved inset handles. Straight...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
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
Pair of Stanley Young for Glenn of California Mid-Century Walnut 4-Drawer Bach
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American Mid-Century walnut bachelor's chests with four drawers in descending size with curved wooden drawer handles resting on tapered cylindrical legs. (STANLEY YOUNG FOR G...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Architectural walnut dresser by Edmond Spence
Located in Atlanta, GA
A long dresser in walnut designed by Edmond J. Spence and made in Sweden. It features a slightly curved front and three stacks of twelves drawers in total supported by brass-capped f...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Coveted Pair of Saffron Walnut Commodes by T H Robsjohn-Gibbings, dated 1950
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent pair of commodes is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation r...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Stylish Pierre Cardin Highboy Tall Chest of Drawers Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Stylish Pierre Cardin highboy or tall chest of drawers made in formica, wood, aluminium and chrome-plated accents. Simple, sleek chest of drawers in a two-door cabinet designed by Pi...
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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome
Gilbert Rohde Dresser 4041 Kroehler New York World's Fair 1940 Two-Tone 44" long
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
Designer : Gilbert Rohde
Model ; Dresser 4041 Honeymoon Furniture for Young America,
Maker : Kroehler
Exhibited : 'America at Home' at the New York World's Fair 1940.
Created by Gilbert Rohde, 1940's foremost furniture designer, expressly to demonstrate modern living displayed in the 'America at Home' building at the New York World's Fair 1940.
Honeymoon furniture by Kroehler is outstanding in contemporary furniture design.
Notice its space saving compactness, its sturdiness, its freedom from dirt catching corners.
Honeymoon furniture offers comfort, convenience and economy never before possible in the small home or apartment
The use of two different coloured woods to create a two-tone effect is very striking and complements the simple form. This unusual chest of drawers is a signature piece that injects character into any interior.
The raised sides sit proud of the top elevating the chest creating an elegant tray effect. The front is fitted with three drawers with original wooden knobs in contrasting dark brown laurel. The sides have a projecting section of contrasting dark brown laurel at the front which defines the form. Inverted triangular feet. "Kroehler Made" metal tag. Designer unknown.
Kroehler
In 1902, Peter E. Kroehler bought the Naper ville Lounge Co., a maker of wooden lounge chairs and upholstered furniture. Kroehler built a new factory in Naperville in 1913 after the original facility was destroyed by a tornado. Soon thereafter, he renamed the company Kroehler Manufacturing Co. This enterprise soon operated across the country and employed several hundred men and women in the Chicago area. By the middle of the 1940s, with over $20 million in annual sales, Kroehler was the second-largest furniture maker in the United States. During the 1960s, when the company employed close to 8,000 people around the country, annual revenues passed $100 million. The company struggled during the 1970s, closing its historic Naperville factory in 1978 and ending its operations in the area. In 1981 Kroehler was acquired by the ATR Group of Northbrook, which put the company up for sale. By the early 2000s, furniture was still manufactured under the Kroehler name by two unrelated companies, one in North Carolina and the other in Ontario, Canada.
Gilbert Rhode : American, 1894 - 1944
Gilbert Rohde (1894-1944) is best known for helping to create the modern design at Herman Miller Inc. Gilbert Rohde furniture design was focused on mass production and bringing modern products to the greatest number of consumers. He is also credited with designing the first examples of biomorphic furniture in America-which would ultimately shape mid century modernism.
US industrial designer, born in New York. He became familiar with cabinetmaking in his father's shop. He studied at the Art Students League and Grand Central School of Art in New York. Early work was as a drama and music critic, cartooninst, reporter, and furniture illustrator. He traveled to France and Germany in 1927 and was inspired by modernism.
He opened his own office in New York in 1927, designing furniture and showrooms, and consulting with manufacturers like General Electric and Hudson Motor Car Company.
In 1931 HeywoodWakefield Company introduced a compact armless leatherette side chair with bentwood rear legs designed by Rohde, which sold 250,000 over the next eight years. Rohde also developed a later version for the Herman Miller Furniture Company, which was sold dis-assembled and made by what Rohde called an "automobile type of assembly."
By 1929 he had established a relationship with D.J. Depree, president of the Herman Miller Furniture Company in Zeeland, MI and prepared some designs for him. Dupree appointed him director of design there in 1932 as part of his decision to shift the company’s orientation from traditional to modern design. His first modern design for the company, a No. 2185 Group bedroom suite was shown at the Chicago Century of Progress.
Also in 1932, Rohde exhibited his furniture designs in a "Design for Machine" exhibit in Philadelphia, along with designs of Russel Wright. The Herman Miller Clock...
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1950s North American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birdseye Maple
Stacked Box Chest by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The stacked box chest is a larger modified version of the stacked box nightstand. The piece features three drawers and an inset detail that can be finished with brass plating. Availa...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast Boby Trolley
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
Italian modern red plastic storage trolley Boby, on wheels, by Joe Colombo for Bieffeplast in 1968. Iconic and very useful in all environ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Plastic
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Sideboard / Dresser, Burlwood, Chrome
Located in Manhasset, NY
Mid-Century Modern Milo Baughman Sideboard / Dresser, Burlwood, Chrome
Gorgeous mid-century dresser or sideboard designed and produced in the United States, circa 1980s. This piece is made of burlwood with chrome accents and details. Very decorative square patchwork wood...
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Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome
Wooden Chest of Drawers Chestnut Minimal Design, 1960s
Located in Palermo, Sicily
Wooden chest of drawers chestnut Minimal design, minimalist handles.
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chestnut
Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Roll Top Desk With Fitted Compartment
Located in Elkton, MD
Mid-century Danish modern roll top desk crafted from teak, featuring a fitted desk compartment for organized storage. Marked GENKA Denmark, this desk showcases a sleek design that em...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Splendid Modern Nine-Drawer Chest in Walnut
By Thomasville
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fantastic example from a rare case series by Thomasville, circa 1960. An exceptional Danish influenced design executed in beautiful walnut. A rich and warm piece which will add gre...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Mid-Century Modern United Diamond Walnut High Chest
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Modern United Diamond Walnut High Chest. Featuring a straight line design, two wide drawers at the top, four smaller diamond shaped drawers at the b...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Edward J Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Co. Two Section Walnut Chest
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century walnut cabinet comprised of two adjacent sections with two roll doors, the left with 4 larger pull out drawers, and the right with 8 dra...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bentwood
Mid-Century Modern Broyhill Premier Sculptra Tall Chest of Drawers
By Broyhill
Located in Wilmington, DE
Mid-Century Modern Broyhill Premier Sculptra Tall Dresser/Chest of Drawers
Offered is a walnut tall chest of drawers made for Broyhill Premier's 'Sculptra' line. This piece is quite...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Maitland Smith tessellated marble 5 drawers petite Commode.
Located in Miami, FL
Maitland Smith tessellated marble 5 drawers petite commode.
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1990s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Wrought Iron
Pair of Paul McCobb Planner Group Chest of Drawers Dresser
By Paul McCobb
Located in Berlin, DE
Nice aluminum ring pull version in solid maple on this matching pair of Paul McCobb drawer for Winchendon from the famous Planner Group Series.
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
Murano Coloured Glass and Brass Sideboard Composed of 6 Drawers
Located in Madrid, ES
Italian sideboard with six drawers and four legs, with wooden structure covered in colored Murano glass, profiles, handles and feet in brass. Italian manufacture.
Production can las...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Directional White Laminate and Chrome Bedside Tables / Commodes
By Directional
Located in Queens, NY
Pair of American Mid-Century white laminate bedside tables / commodes with one large cabinet and two adjacent drawers, each with a square chrome...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Chrome
Mid-Century Modern Tall 8 Drawers Ebonized Mahogany Lingerie High Chest Dresser
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Compact design unmarked most likely Dunbar or Harvey Prober chest with solid brass round drop pulls.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
White Washed Oak Niguel Dresser by Lawson-Fenning
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The 6-drawer Niguel dresser features 6 drawers, brass cap feet, and brass inlaid details.
The Lawson-Fenning Collection is designed and handmade in Los Angeles, California. Reach ou...
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2010s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Natural fiber rope chest of drawers
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Stunning handmade curved chest of drawers in natural fiber rope. The combination of design and simplicity brings you closer to the nature. 4 drawers come with large room for storage....
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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rope
Mid-Century Swedish Modern Teak Roll Top Desk With Fitted Compartment
Located in Elkton, MD
Mid-century Swedish modern roll top desk crafted from teak, featuring a fitted desk compartment for organized storage.
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Pair of 1950s Bow-Fronted Swedish Mahogany Chests of Drawers with Brass Accents
Located in London, GB
A pair of bow-fronted Swedish chests of drawers from the 1950s, these mahogany chests of drawers feature gracefully curved fronts, emphasising their classic Scandinavian design. Each...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Teak Chest of Drawers by Børge Mogensen, circa 1957
Located in VILLEURBANNE, FR
Chest of drawers, model "BM 57" designed by Børge Mogensen in the 1950s.
The quadrangular body in teak rests on a sled base and opens with a succession of five drawers with patinat...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather, Wood
Handsome Harvey Probber Small Chest Night Stand Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Handsome Harvey Probber small chest or night stand with Brass ring pulls. This chest measures 25.5"t x 24"w x 18"d
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of Walnut Tall Chest Dressers Mid-Century Modern
Located in Pemberton, NJ
Lovely pair of matching tall dresser chests by Jack Cartwright for Founders, circa 1957. The top looks great with little wear to the finish. I love the recessed pulls along the waln...
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1950s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Italian Midcentury Amboyna Briar Sideboard by Vittorio Dassi, 1950s
Located in Traversetolo, IT
This credenza, designed by Vittorio Dassi in the 1950s, is simply stunning. It is made of high-quality amboyna burl, characterized by warm tones that make it even more fascinating. T...
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1950s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar Cabinet with Asian Hardware
Located in St. Louis, MO
Mid-Century Modern Edward J. Wormley for Dunbar cabinet with brass Asian hardware. All original dark had rubbed finish on ribbon mahogany, top will be polished and touched up prior t...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Max Keuhne Style Chest of Drawers with Incised Flowers and Brass Strapping
By Max Kuehne
Located in Hanover, MA
Henredon long low modernist chest of six drawers, three by three, each face of which has been decoratively incised with a pattern of flower and embellished with solid brass ribbon motif, circa 1959.
Reminiscent of furniture designed by Max Keuhne...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Italian Mid-Century Maple Wood Dressing Table 1950
Located in Rome, IT
Fine Italian Mid-Century maple wood dressing table with six drawers and adjustable side mirror.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Maple
Pair of Harvey Probber Chests or Nightstands in style of Edward Wormley Dunbar
Located in Chicago, IL
Pair of Harvey Probber Chest of Drawers or Nightstands.
Elegant crafted wood visor handles. Brass caps on feet.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Exquisite Greek Key Chest in African Mahogany by John Stuart, circa 1960
By John Stuart
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning 12-drawer chest by John Stuart, circa 1960. Stout, expertly constructed case executed in exotic African Mahogany, atop wonderful Greek key feet. Heavy, stylish solid brass...
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1960s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Elegant Caramel Cane and Brass Commode by Tommi Parzinger- Pair Available
Located in Atlanta, GA
An exquisite meticulously restored vintage two-drawer commode, circa 1955. Stout, exceptionally crafted solid hardwood case construction atop a simple rattan base. The case is veneer...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Tommi Parzinger Black Lacquer and Brass Large Scale Chest or Credenza
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant midcentury chest, designed by Tommi Parzinger for Charak Modern, American, circa 1950s. It has been completely restored, refinished in black lacquer and the brass hardware hand...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
Paul Frankl Brass X-Pulls Brown Cherry High Chest with Drop Front Secretary
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern cherry finish 7 drawers high chest dresser by Paul Frankl for Johnson Furniture. The dresser has nice drop front secretary compartment...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Ponti Style Walnut Credenza
Located in Houston, TX
Italian Gio Ponti inspired walnut six-drawer credenza with double pull bronze hardware, circa 1950.
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
1960s Poul Volther Teak Chest of Drawers by Munch Slagelse Mobler, Denmark
By Poul Volther
Located in Praha, CZ
- Item was carefully refurbished
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Teak
Midcentury Cabinet Top Set of Drawers
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration is this simply beautiful miniature set of drawers featuring black walnut and brass pulls. The cabinet was crafted in Finland and ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Exquisite Pair of Brass and Bronze Chests by Mastercraft, circa 1975
By Mastercraft
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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1970s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
1960s Italian Sideboard/Chest of Drawers in High Gloss Finish with Glass Top and
Located in Praha, CZ
- Birch finish
- Good original condition
- The part of the right side has been repaired before
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1960s Italian Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Palisander
Raymond Loewy DF-2000 Valet, France
Located in Mouscron, WHT
Raymond Loewy DF-2000 valet, France.
Category
1960s French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mirror, Plastic, Laminate, Wood
Drexel "Sun Coast Collection" Six Drawer Dresser by Kipp Stewart
By Drexel, Kipp Stewart
Located in Toledo, OH
Mid-Century Modern 6 Drawer dresser in the "Sun Coast Collection" for Drexel Furniture designed by Kipp Stewart. Circa 1959. Cherry, sits on a ...
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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Cherry
Midcentury Cabinet Top Set of Drawers
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
For your consideration are these simply beautiful miniature set of drawers featuring black walnut and brass pulls. The cabinet was crafted in Finland an...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Mid-Century Danish Teak Dresser, 1960s
Located in GNIEZNO, 30
Mid Century teak dresser made and manufactured during the 1960s in the Denmark. The dresser has profiled handles. The dresser consists of 4 drawers with profiled handles. Teak wood items...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
Morgan Furniture Light Wooden Three Drawer Brass Scroll Handled Bedside Table
Located in Queens, NY
American Mid-Century bedside table / nightstand containing three drawers with recessed center fronts and scroll design brass drawer pulls in a light wooden cabinet with rounded corne...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
Charlotte Perriand Pine Chest of Drawers for Les Arcs, France 1960s
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 French Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Pair of Refinished Paul McCobb Three Drawers Dressers Planner Group Tapered Legs
By Paul McCobb
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair of Mid-Century Modern solid birch three drawers dresser by Paul McCobb.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
Commode With Four Drawers Made In Rosewood By Kai Kristiansen From 1960s
Located in Lejre, DK
Chest of drawers with 4 drawers and round legs. Made of rosewood from the 1960s and designed by Kai Kristiansen. Kai Kristiansen's design is known for its focus on functionality, sim...
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1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Pair Greek Key Mandarin Chest Designed by Kittinger, 1940's Modernist
Located in Buffalo, NY
Fabulous pair / chest of drawers or dresser by Kittinger from their earliest Mandarin collection with bold Greek key drawer handles. Retains its original two-toned grey ad cream lac...
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1940s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Midcentury Style Brass and Lapis Lazuli Colored Murano Glass Commode
Located in Rome, IT
Striking brass frame and handcut Lapis lazuli imitation Murano glass Commode or chest of drawer, raised on special brass legs.
Handmade by a master artisan.
Available also the pair.
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Wood
American Mid-Century Mastercraft Asian Modern Brass Chest of Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
A exceptional Mastercraft Asian Mid-Century Modern brass chest. Wonderful solid brass hardware corner plates etc. the chest has a gorgeous hand faux lacquered original paint in a fab...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Black Lacquer 3 Louver Drawers Dresser on a "Base" 2 Pieces Cabinet Credenza
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Black Lacquer 3 louver drawers dresser on a "Base" 2 pieces cabinet credenza chest in restored condition.
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch
C-24 Chest of Drawers by Jordi Casablancas, Catalonia, 1970s
Located in Barcelona, ES
“C-24” chest of drawers designed by Jordi Casablancas i Muntañola, produced by “Mobles i Decoració Casablancas” in beech wood and leather handles. Se...
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1970s Spanish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather, Beech
Chest of drawers by Jiri Jiroutek – Czechoslovakia 1962
Located in Girona, Girona
Chest of drawers, oak and oak veneer, striped and waxed, plastic shells drawers, wooden drawer fronts covered with pink, black and grey-white Formica. Original label on the back.
Mo...
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1960s Czech Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Plastic, Formica, Oak
1960s Danish Teak Chest of Drawers
Located in Praha, CZ
- Item was carefully refurbished
- Minor signs of use
Category
1960s Danish Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Teak
Rare Five-Drawer Chest by American of Martinsville
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful example from a rare series by American of Martinsville, circa 1950. Stout, expertly made mahogany case construction. Fabulous "wormhole" detail on the drawer front adds a...
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1950s American Vintage Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Mid-century Modern commodes and chests of drawers for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Mid-Century Modern commodes and chests of drawers for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage commodes and chests of drawers created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include case pieces and storage cabinets, more furniture and collectibles, tables and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Mid-Century Modern commodes and chests of drawers made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original commodes and chests of drawers, popular names associated with this style include Lawson-Fenning, Paul McCobb, Edward Wormley, and Widdicomb Furniture Co.. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for commodes and chests of drawers differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $130 and tops out at $128,000 while the average work can sell for $4,174.