Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
Connect Filing Cabinet
Located in Vancouver, BC
The Connect Filing Cabinet was created to be equally elegant and functional in an office setting. The design expresses the process by which the piece is fabricated, with visible construction and fastening details that are integral to the final piece. Traditional joinery techniques are used in conjunction with mass manufacturing technology to create this unique metal cabinetry...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
21st Century Fly Case Chest of Drawers by Roberto Cavalli Home Interiors
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Fly Case literally means "air box". This product line of Roberto Cavalli Home Interiors is inspired by the protective containers used for the transport of fra...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather, Wood
Modern Lacquered Ribbed Commode
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern Lacquered Ribbed Commode with a high gloss pearl finish, the rectangular top above ribbed or an ogee molded case and drawers with bronze finish h...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Modern Black, White, Gold, Brass High Gloss Rounded Sideboard with drawers
Located in Riga, LV
The definition of rich furniture design, this beautiful sideboard catches the eye from first sights! Superbly executed by our master craftsmen, this display cabinet is particularly o...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Modern Ivory Glass Mosaic Chest of 10-Drawers with Ivory Oak by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Milano Chest of 10 Drawers by Ercole home has a 10 drawer front, with an ivory finish on oak.
Ivory glass panels make up the drawer surface on the front.
Each drawer has a sm...
Category
2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Oak
Modern Églomisé Glass White Dust Chest in Gray Walnut by Ercole Home
By Ercole Home
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The églomisé white dust chest of drawer / dresser by Ercole Home has a 4-drawer, with stained gray finish on walnut. Hand painted églomisé glass panels...
Category
2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Glass
Evan Lewis Modern French Louis XV Marble Top Copper Bombe Chest
By Evan Lewis
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous modern French Louis XV style bombay chest or commode
By Evan Lewis Inc.
USA, Circa 1990s
Patinated copper body with patinated steel inset and thick marble top.
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Late 20th Century American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Copper, Steel
Binario Solid Wood Dresser, Walnut in Hand-Made Natural Finish, Contemporary
By Dale Italia
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
Refined simplicity coupled with high-quality craftsmanship, the dresser M-115 it’s a stunning piece of contemporary Italian design. Made of premium solid walnut and wengé details, it...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut, Wenge
Scala Luxury Puzzle Chest in Goatskin
By Scala Luxury
Located in Dallas, TX
Scala Luxury goatskin puzzle chest. This puzzle chest is manteled with goatskin and has a low sheen hand polished lacquer finish. Inside the cabinet is fi...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Goatskin
"Tecnica" High Walnut Chest of Nine Drawers by Jaume Tresserra for Dessie'
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Tecnica" is a high chest of nine drawers in walnut, designed by Jaume Tresserra and manufactured by Dessie', featuring a metallic base in antique nickel finish.
Indoor use only.
DI...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Contemporary Neutral Hues Chest of Drawers in Gloss White Bird Eye Veneer
Located in Porto, PT
The Matrioska chest of drawers 2 is a visual wonder — from its exquisite workmanship to its bold impact. The exceptional design of this modern storage allows it to become a centerpie...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Homeland Sideboard, Bronze, InsidherLand by Joana Santos Barbosa
Located in Maia, Porto
Recreating the image of an ancient cottage with irregular whitewashed walls, Homeland represents a safe place full of inner light and protector spirit.
Homeland was the first creati...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer, Wood
Pair of Lane Furniture Black Lacquer and Brass Nightstands
By Lane Acclaim
Located in Pasadena, TX
A very nice pair of Lane Furniture nightstands. They have a black lacquered finish with brass accents. The waterfall design is one reminiscen...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Tall Cabinet in Glass and Walnut Wood by Giuseppe Bavuso
Located in Boston, MA
The Ala cabinet designed by Giuseppe Bavuso for Rimadesio is made with walnut veneered drawers characterized by traditional "dove tail joint" man...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Walnut
Modern Black and Copper Chest of Drawers in high gloss finish
Located in Riga, LV
This cabinet is the ultimate in sleek glamour. Simple in Silhouette but rich in allure and appeal, the side table Polaris 9 drawers offers a delectable finishing touch to the high-fa...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Copper
Pair of 2-Drawer Gold Trim Mirrored Nightstands
By Venfield
Located in New York, NY
Pair of custom 2-drawer gold trim mirrored nightstands. Customization is available in different sizes, finishes and hardware.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Gold
Wall Mounted Bedside Drawer, Black Wood & Bronze Ribbon Hardware by Debra Folz
By Debra Folz
Located in Pawtucket, RI
An interest in the translation of textile languages and soft surfaces through furniture forms has led to the development of a unique hardware and storage collection. Inspired by ribb...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
1980s Italian Multicolored Opaline Glass Chest of Drawers with Geometric Design
Located in Florence, IT
Italian chest of drawers entirely covered with multicolored opaline glass (gold, bronze, ivory, gray, dove gray) in a geometric design on the front, on the top and on the sides.
The...
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Sophisticated Modern Bookmatch Walnut and Brass Commode, Italy, circa 1950
Located in Atlanta, GA
This magnificent commode is shipped as professionally photographed and described in the listing narrative: Meticulously professionally restored and completely installation ready.
A...
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1950s Italian Vintage Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Chest of Drawers Upholstered Nabuk Pulls Paint Finish or Chrome Decorated Microm
By sicis
Located in London, GB
Sicis is delighted to welcome you at ‘Home’.
The classically inspired extent in contemporary plays an eclectic style, elegant and refined. Interiors express personality.
A constant...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Leather, Glass
Established & Sons Wrongwoods Drawers by Richard Woods and Sebastian Wrong
Located in London, GB
British artist Richard Woods is renowned for his work with garish and repetitious motifs. He has applied these to facades, floors and walls across the world in commissioned work and ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Plywood
Light Green Chest of Drawers Featuring Murano Glass & Brass Made in Italy
Located in Guazzora, IT
This Italian chest of drawers is a stunning mid-century modern piece, combining solid wood with Murano glass and polished brass accents.
Handmade using traditional techniques such ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
6-Drawer Silver Trim Mirrored Dresser
Located in New York, NY
Custom 6-drawer silver trim mirrored dresser with Lucite knobs. Customization is available in different sizes, finishes, and hardware.
Category
2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Silver Leaf
'Arca' Mid-Century Modern Shoe Rack in Brazilian Hardwood by Knót Artesanal
Located in Paraty, Rio de Janeiro
Arca shoe rack/bench is made up of thin slats of wood which encircle the piece supporting the main body and creating a sensation of movement. The slats permit constant ventilation wh...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of bedside tables attributed to Paolo Buffa
Located in Lugo, IT
Pair of bedside tables in the style of Paolo Buffa
Good Condition
Thank you
Category
1950s Italian Vintage Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Wood
Molteni&C D.655.1 Wood Chest of Drawers by Gio Ponti
By Molteni & C, Gio Ponti
Located in Boston, MA
A statement piece for the modern home designed by Gio Ponti. This chest of drawers is imbued with distinctive 1950s style. Hand Painted white drawer fronts offer sturdy handles in el...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Elm, Mahogany, Rosewood, Walnut
DeCastelli Pandora 152 Chest of Drawers in Stainless Steel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This drawer unit alludes to the archetypal shape of a vase. Like a modern treasure chest, Pandora was crafted to store - and thus ‘hide’ - all kinds of objects. In its different vers...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Stainless Steel
Burr Yew Wood Chest of Drawers Butlers Leather Serving Tray Large Side Table
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage Burr Yew wood chest of drawers with green leather butlers serving tray
A good looking, functional and well made piece of fur...
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20th Century English Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Yew
'Secret' Unique Treasure Box from Egli Design
Located in London, GB
'Secret'
Throughout the centuries philosophy, religion, literature were drawing breath to obtain the secret. The knowledge was inherited from one to another, was hidden, lost, stole...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Lithuanian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Custom Italian Printed Pop Art Black Blue Butterfly Lacquer Wood Chest/Sideboard
Located in New York, NY
A custom fun Conceptual Pop Art lacquer chest, entirely hand-crafted in Italy and completely bespoke in sizes, finishes, colors, and functions, part of a bespoke collection created a...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Paint
Pair of Modern Commode Chests in High Gloss Lacquer Finish
Located in North York, ON
With its modern styling, traditional inspirations, and hand polished high gloss finish, this exquisite commode cabinet is a beautiful addition to any home. Crafted in the USA from th...
Category
2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Etoile Chest of Drawers by Chiara Provasi
Located in Milan, IT
A stunning piece of functional decor that will enrich a classic or contemporary bedroom, this chest of drawers was handcrafted in rosewood and maple. The striking contrast between th...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Modern Chest of Drawers in Ultramarine Blue Lacquer & Handles in Nero Marquina
Located in Porto, PT
Modern Chest of Drawers in Ultramarine Blue Lacquer & Handles in Nero Marquina
The beautiful Malala Chest of Drawers Blue chooses to be different – it’s a modern piece for contempora...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Fabio Lenci for Bernini Wood and Steel Chest of Drawers
By Bernini, Fabio Lenci
Located in Madrid, ES
Chest of drawers/dressing table made of two adjustable compartments hinged together, which can be opened and closed as demonstrated on the photos. Made of solid wood and veneered ply...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Pop Art Style Vintage Yellow Chest of Drawers, circa 1970, Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Modern Pop Art Style vintage yellow chest of drawers from plastic coated pressboard in yellow color tone circa 1970 Germany.
The body o...
Category
1970s German Vintage Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
French Burl Demi Lune Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern French Burl Demi Lune Dresser, constructed of hardwood and ash burl veneer under a light, transparent lacquer finish. The brass hardware is ac...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
A Trip to the Moon Chest of Drawers Cabinet by Matteo Cibic
Located in Kolkata, IN
A Trip to the Moon Chest of Drawers Cabinet by Matteo Cibic is an astonishing chest of drawers.
India's handicrafts are as multifarious as its cultur...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Resin
Nero Forziere Black Armoured Chest with 6 Drawers
By Agresti
Located in New York, NY
Chest of polished ebony with grade 2 safe. Shiny black steel. Contents 6 drawers lined to store all sorts of jewels and necklace bar. Brass-plated 24-karat gold accessories. Uniqu...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ebony
Contemporary Clay Table with Drawer by Maarten Baas
By Maarten Baas
Located in Warsaw, PL
These vibrant tables are from Maarten Baas’s iconic ‘Clay’ collection launched in 2006. The idiosyncratic childishness of this collection is created through Baas’s individual hand mo...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Pair of Curved Front Black Lacquered Chests
Located in North York, ON
Introducing a stunning addition to your home decor - a pair of modern curved front black lacquered chests. These chests feature sculpted curved fronts that add a touch of elegance an...
Category
2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century Pine wood
Located in Madrid, ES
Beautiful Pair of Italian Chests of Drawers early 20th Century
Pine wood
perfectly preserved
Measurements with the upper floor:
109cm x 47cm x 2.5cm
Measurements without the upstairs...
Category
Early 20th Century Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
PHILIPPE CABINET - Modern Geometric Brass Inlay on a Oak and Acrylic Body.
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
PHILIPPE CABINET - Modern Geometric Brass Inlay on an Oak and Acrylic Body.
The Philippe Storage Cabinet features a modern geometric brass inlay detail on a mixed oak and acrylic bo...
Category
2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Lacquer, Oak
Ben King Colorful Stand Designed by Thomas Dariel
Located in Geneve, CH
Ben King colorful stand designed by Thomas Dariel, Maison Dada
Measures: W 38 x D 36.6 x H 55 cm
Structure in MDF with painted ash veneer
Metal base plated with Champagne colour f...
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2010s French Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Lensvelt Crate Cabinet, Five Columns
Located in Amsterdam, NL
The series of cabinets, Krattenkast (crates cabinet), is a simple design concept: a steel frame with multicolored, second hand crates, which act as drawe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
Guillerme et Chambron Cabinet in Oak
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Guillerme (1913-1990) Chambron (1914-2001) cabinet ,Edition Votre Maison
Category
Late 20th Century French Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Amazzonia Commode by Studio Superego, Italy
Located in Milan, Italy
"Amazzonia" chest of drawers, of octagonal shape in exotic wood veneer, it opens, in facade, by two leaves on a done up interior of a shelf, and laterally by drawers and a sliding up...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Quartz
20th Century Broyhill Furniture Fruitwood Chest of Drawers
By Broyhill
Located in Germantown, MD
A 20th Century Broyhill Furniture Fruitwood Chest of Drawers. Features 4 deep drawers flawlessly operating. Quality US made. Measures 36" in width, 18" in depth and 46.5" in height.
Category
Late 20th Century American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fruitwood
"Tecnica" Castored Walnut Drawers Unit Designed by Jaume Tresserra for Dessie'
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Tecnica" is a drawers unit, designed by Jaume Tresserra and manufactured by Dessie', featuring three drawers in walnut, metallic base in antique nicke...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Nickel
Oval bentwood chest of drawers by Kreatippcci Studio
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Oval bentwood chest of drawers by Kreatippcci Studio.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Slovak Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Beech, Bentwood
Contemporary Rattan and Glass Console, Italy
Located in Brussels, BE
Contemporary Rattan and Glass Console, Italy
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rattan, Glass
Split Walnut Dresser with Brown Patinated Steel by Chapter & Verse
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Our split walnut dresser features American black walnut drawer faces and a steel cladding surround that's textured with a mottled acid-etched patte...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Steel
CraftAssociates Chest, Cambre Modern Teak Chest, White, Two Drawer
Located in Oak Harbor, OH
CraftAssociates Chest, Cambre Modern Teak Chest, White, Two Drawer
This modern teak chest from the Cambre Collection for Craft Associates Furniture is expertly crafted. The legs and...
Category
2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Maple, Teak
Chest of Drawers in White Rock Crystal and Casted Brass by Ginger Brown
By Ginger Brown
Located in Bourguebus, FR
The chest of drawers "Kyklos" is made of white rock crystal marquetry with a raw brushed finish.
It has 3 drawers with casted brass decors.
The dresser seats on four cylinder legs f...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rock Crystal, Brass
Modern Chevron Parquetry Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
A luxurious addition to your home decor that exudes quality, design, and function. Expertly crafted by furniture artisans, this dresser is a testam...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
20th Century Heals Walnut Sideboard By Nathan Yong, c.1990
By Nathan Yong
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Late 20th Century walnut sideboard created exclusively for Heals by award winning designer Nathan Yong. This striking Credenza is part o...
Category
20th Century Singaporean Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Cassettiera di Afra e Tobia Scarpa, Molteni, 1970
Located in Milano, Lombardia
uesto set da camera, composto da una cassettiera e comodini disegnati da Afra e Tobia Scarpa negli anni ’50 per Molteni, rappresenta un perfetto equilibrio tra eleganza e funzionalit...
Category
1970s Italian Vintage Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of Custom Neoclassical Modern 2-Drawer Mirrored Nightstands
Located in New York, NY
Pair of custom neoclassical modern 2-drawer mirrored nightstands. Customization is available in different sizes, finishes and hardware.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Wood, Mirror
Modern Walnut End Table Chest
Located in North York, ON
Modern walnut end table chest featuring sleek designed double drawers with a black lacquer accented top.
Priced individually, only 1 available...
Category
2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Modern commodes and chests of drawers for sale on 1stDibs.
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