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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 The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics.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 chaircrafted 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
DeCastelli Pandora 152 Chest of Drawers in Brass by Martinelli Venezia
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Gold Contemporary Chest of Drawers, 24-Karat Polished Gold-Plated
Located in Brooklyn, NY
SEM Gold collection, chest of six drawers. Verdemare lacquered wooden structure, gloss finish. Lining of drawers in ochre mohair velvet. Available more colorway variants. External sh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Steel, Gold

Modern by Giuseppe Carpanelli Mistral Chest of Drawers in Pama
Located in Desio, IT
This chest of drawers is characterized by soft curvilinear shapes. The structure is in Pama wood, while the top and basement are in Sycomoro dark frisè wood. Drawers opening with pus...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

21st Century Sahara.6 Chest of Drawers by Roberto Cavalli Home Interiors
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Sahara.6 Chest with drawers in glossy lacquered finishing col. 7528c. Structure in leather Cat. B touch col. Ashgrey. Gold metal feet, top in marble CAT. A Travertino Navona.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Contemporary Joan Chest of Drawers in Aluminum by Altreforme
Located in Calolziocorte (Lecco) Italy, IT
Chest of drawers, tribute to Joan Mirò, the most surrealist among all the personalities of the 1920s. Pricing excludes VAT.
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2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Aluminum

Silver Trim Mirrored Semainier
Located in New York, NY
Custom silver trim mirrored semainier with 7 drawers. Customization is available in different sizes, finishes and hardware.
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2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Silver

Shingle Cabinet by Shin and Tomoko Azumi, Handmade Chest of Drawers
Located in Saffron Walden, GB
A stunning lacquered oak chest with solid wood drawers, designed by Industrial and furniture designers Shin and Tomoko Azumi. The fronts are ...
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Early 2000s British Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Stunning Suite of Panelled Hardwood Chests of Drawers Ornately Carved Bases
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning suite of panelled mahogany chests of drawers A very good looking well made and decorative suite. They can be used in a normal sitt...
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20th Century English Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Hardwood

Trama e ordito Solid Wood Dresser, Walnut Natural Finish, Contemporary
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
A sturdy timeless dresser, designed and made in Italy with premium solid walnut with sawn effect, oil finish. Handcrafted with passion and expertise, this dresser it’s the result of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Aei Chest of Drawers Designed by Chi Wing Lo
Located in Boston, MA
Designed by Chi Wing Lo for Giorgetti A collection that expresses uniqueness and harmony, always and everywhere. Cabinet with 8 drawers in walnut Canaletto with drawers front in wh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Modern Herman Miller Rosewood Thin Edge Eight-Drawer Chest George Nelson Design
Located in Toledo, OH
Mid-Century Modern Herman Miller thin edge eight-drawer chest designed by George Nelson design. Thin edge figured rosewood case. Sculptural aluminum legs. White stylized porcelain dr...
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Mid-20th Century North American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

RECAMIER DRESSER - Modern Oak + Lacquer Dresser w/ Gold Leaf Hand-Carved Details
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
RECAMIER DRESSER - Modern Oak + Lacquer Dresser w/ Gold Leaf Hand-Carved Details The Recamier dresser is a beautiful and unique piece of furniture that features a mixed finish desig...
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2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Silver Leaf

Asymmetrical Chest of Drawers in Solid English Walnut.
Located in London, GB
The Asymmetrical Chest of Drawers in Solid English Walnut is one of two pieces commissioned by a private client for their home in Yorkshire, England. The Asymmetrical sides give a sc...
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2010s English Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Walnut

Custom Made Pelios Chest of Drawers in Wood Veneer, Marble and Brass legs
Located in London, GB
Pelios chest of drawers A perfect pair to the Pelios bedside table, the pelios chest of drawer exudes the same seductive, glamorous aesthetic. Designed with sleekly-architectural lin...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Metal

"Planera Calvet" Multi Purpose Chest of Nine Drawers by J. Tresserra for Dessie'
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Planera Calvet" is a multi purpose chest of nine drawers, designed by Jaume Tresserra and manufactured by Dessie', made in walnut or oakwood, for keeping clothes or documents in ord...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Steel, Nickel

Curved Chest of Drawers Scimmie Grey Shades, Chromed Details
Located in MILANO, IT
Like all Fornasetti pieces of furniture, it is handcrafted using original artisan techniques. This corner cabinet is silk-screened by hand, hand-panited and covered with a smooth lacquer. The decoration depicts the iconic Fornasetti monkeys on a grey leaves...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Commode in White Cream Mirrored Glass, Chest of Drawers Mirrored, Credenza
Located in Miami, FL
Commode in white cream mirrored glass. Chest of drawers mirrored. Credenza Two drawers with brake, silent closing. Depth of the drawers: 13.78 in. Wi...
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2010s European Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Burr Yew Wood Chest of Drawers Butlers Leather Serving Tray Large Side Table
Located in GB
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

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Yew

Custom Made Bedside Chest with Three Drawers in Oak Wood w/ Hammered Steel Base
Located in Dallas, TX
Custom made bedside chest with three drawers. This item can be sold with or without the stone top. Wood: Oak basalt Windsor finish Metal: Light hammer ebony Designed by Brendan B...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Contemporary Rattan and Glass Console, Italy
Located in Brussels, BE
Contemporary Rattan and Glass Console, Italy
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rattan, Glass

Chest of Drawers Nabuk or Leather Upholstered Paint Pulls with Vetrite Insert
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

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Leather

Black Numbered Toolbox, Designed by Pietro Arosio, Made in Italy
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Scroll down and click "view all from Seller" to see more than 400 other unique products. (1.8) Toolbox is a modular container with drawers and/or doors, with castors or hanging, wit...
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2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Aluminum

"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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal, Nickel

Pair of Mid-Century Modern Parchment Cabinets in the manner of Karl Springer
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Mid-Century Modern parchment covered two door cabinets on ebonized bases. In the style of Karl Springer.
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1970s American Vintage Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Parchment Paper

"Planera Calvet" Multi Purpose Chest of 19 Drawers by J. Tresserra for Dessie'
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Planera Calvet" is a multi purpose chest of 19 drawers, designed by Jaume Tresserra and manufactured by Dessie', made in walnut or oak wood, for keeping clothes or documents in orde...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Steel, Nickel

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.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Glass, Wood, Mirror

6-Drawer White Python Dresser with Lucite Side Panels
Located in New York, NY
6-drawer white python dresser with Lucite side panels. Customization is available in different sizes and colors.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Lucite, Wood, Python

Chest of Drawers Covered with Amber Mirror Bronzed Skirting Glass Flower Knobs
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

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Metal, Bronze

Rare Solid Mexican Cocobolo Wood Desk Don Shoemaker
Located in Atlanta, GA
A bespoken and rare desk by celebrated Mexican designer and woodworker Don Shoemaker, model no F46. Designed in 1970s and executed in 1981, the desk is constructed with patchwork of ...
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1980s Mexican Vintage Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cocobolo

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Resin

Agresti Nero Forziere Black Armoured Chest with 6 Drawers
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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Ebony

Base Solid Wood Dresser, Walnut in Hand-Made Natural Finish, Contemporary
Located in Cadeglioppi de Oppeano, VR
A high-end contemporary dresser crafted by expert hands in Italy with premium solid walnut, oil finish. A sturdy and durable design piece that wil...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Ash, Walnut

Chest of Drawers Upholstered Nabuk Pulls Paint Finish or Chrome Decorated Microm
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

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Leather, Glass

21st Century Five Points Chest in Wood by Gianfranco Ferré Home
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
Fine marble, precious woods and bright metallic finishes. A special composition of different materials for furniture with a metropolitan and unconventional charm. The Five Points che...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Modern Bureau in Figured White Oak, by Studio DiPaolo
Located in Oakland, CA
This version of our bureau series is called the "Claire" bureau, and it is handmade with grain-matched figured white oak veneer panels. It is available in 2 wood options in a single ...
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2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Dresser "the Groove" Handmade in Organic Design, also as a sideboard
Located in Dietmannsried, Bavaria
Solid wood chest of drawers "the groove" in organic design. Created by the German carpenter and sculptor Eckehard Weimann. The body is organically wor...
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2010s German Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Maple

Chest of Drawers Stainless Steel Decorative Engraving Top & Side Ebony Macassar
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

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Stainless Steel

Chest of Drawers "Losange" in Zebrano Open Is Tow Drawers
Located in SENLIS, OISE
Chest of drawers in Zebrano Build with 13 scares Zebrano marquetry open in tow big drawers. Leg are in black painted metal. The frame is built in oak and...
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Early 2000s French Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Chest of Drawers Made Solidwood & Ash Grey Venereed Panels Refined Microfiber
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

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Wood

"Calvet" Multi Purpose Chest of Drawers by Jaume Tresserra for Dessie'
Located in Brooklyn, NY
"Calvet" is a multi purpose chest of drawers, designed by Jaume Tresserra and manufactured by Dessie', made in walnut or oak wood, for keeping clothes or documents in order. Handles ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Steel, Nickel

Chest of Drawers in Ebony Veneer and Metallic Trims Top and Front Side Vetrite
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

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Glass, Ebony

Custom Modern White Chests with Ribbed Facade
Located in North York, ON
Custom modern white chests with Ribbed Facade. These transitional style chests are wonderfully fresh and intrinsically modern. Made to order right here in Canada, crafted of solid wo...
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2010s Canadian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Glass, Acrylic, Wood

Chest of Drawers in White Lacquered Wood, circa 1970
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Chest of drawers in white lacquered wood, circa 1970, with 3 drawers with shelves on each side.
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1970s French Vintage Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Modern Bureau in Fumed Ebony Oak, by Studio DiPaolo
Located in Oakland, CA
This version of our bureau series is called the "Claire" bureau, and it is handmade with grain-matched fumed ebony oak veneer panels. It is available in 2 wood options in a single si...
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2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Loose, Drawers Showcases with Metal Structure
Located in Barlassina, Monza-Brianza
A piece of solid design. Wooden frame covered with a shell of varnished metal frame wrap the drawers. The top is a glass showcase with the details of leather or fabric where you can...
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2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Chest of Drawers "Losange" in Zebrano Open in Tow Drawers
Located in SENLIS, OISE
Chest of drawers in Zebrano Build with 13 scares Zebrano marquetry open in tow big drawers. Leg are in black painted metal. The frame is built in oak and t...
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Early 2000s French Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Agresti Carbon Dream Jewel Chest in Polished Carbon Fibre on 4 sides
Located in New York, NY
Safe covered in polished carbon fibre drawers in white leather and lined for jewelry/watches. Ruthenium accessories. Round handle with biometric opening and emergency key system inte...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

"Master Blaster" 21st Century Chest of Drawers with Ebony Inlays
Located in Turin, IT
This handmade chest of drawers was conceived by the designer Ivan Paradisi as a tribute to the wilderness of the African continent and its intricate ...
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2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Leather, Ebony, Maple

Ercole Chest of Drawers Dark Bronze Powder Coated and Novasuede
Located in London, GB
Behold! Feast your eyes upon the architectural wonder that exudes a daring interplay of materials, textures, and razor-sharp contours. This masterpiece demands attention while gracefully complementing its environs. The Ercole Chest of Drawers, a pride of Casa Botelho's esteemed Ercole range, stands out like a fearless warrior among its peers. Crafted with a sturdy steel frame, this chest of drawers boasts a refined finish expertly powder-coated to perfection. Its sumptuous Novasuedes or Leathers are adorned with opulent Buster and Punch...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Steel

21st Century Klee Night Table in Wood and Polished Brass by Etro Home Interiors
By Etro
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
A versatile and superb mix of elements in perfect Etro Home Interiors style: the structure reminding the inital letter of the Etro logo holds the upper part covered in smoked eucalyp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

21st Century Tonga Chest of Drawers in Gres by Roberto Cavalli Home Interiors
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
A chest of drawers with contemporary lines and vertical shape that combines functionality and aesthetic value. The piece of furniture is the result of a complex process of the crafts...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

1930's American Modernist Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Stamford, CT
A handsome American Modernist tall chest of drawers. With beautiful flame walnut veneer and silver painted highlights, the epitome of modern design. Retailed by Paine Furniture Company...
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Early 20th Century American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Contemporary Modern Chrome and Faux Snakeskin Chest of Drawers
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This impressive contemporary modern chest of drawers features a heavy chrome frame with faux snakeskin finish. Fabric lined drawers, X style stretchers, and unique pulls make this sp...
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Late 20th Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Chrome

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

Oasis Chest of Drawers by Chiara Provasi
Located in Milan, IT
This striking chest of drawers is a unique example of masterful craftsmanship. Entirely made by hand, it features a structure in cherry, with cherry feet mixed with bocote. The combination of these two woods appears also in the front panels of the three drawers that have a central inlay in bocote with brass handles. The dramatic dark brown grain of the bocote wood...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

'Three Kings' Limited Edition Side Table from Egli Design
Located in London, GB
'Three Kings' Throughout history, kings have been a symbol of force, authority, and leadership that unify nations. The people worship the king, even carrying him with their own hand...
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21st Century and Contemporary Lithuanian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Ash, Walnut

Chest of Drawers "Losange" in Orange Tinted Sycomore Open Is Tow Drawers
Located in SENLIS, OISE
Chest of drawers in orange and black tinted Sycomore Build with 13 scares marquetry open in tow big drawers. Leg are in black tinted sycomore. The frame is...
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Early 2000s French Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

'Algae' Limited Edition Drawer Cabinet from Egli Design
Located in London, GB
'Algae' They are like water rippling in the sun, altering its colour constantly. A seaweed waving to the rhythm. Flowing water, which endlessly moves just to avoid becoming a swamp....
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21st Century and Contemporary Lithuanian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Walnut

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Find a broad range of unique 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, tables, more furniture and collectibles and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, metal and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern commodes and chests of drawers made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and North America 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 Kartell, Anna Castelli Ferrieri, Etro, and Ercole Home. 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 $170 and tops out at $74,900 while the average work can sell for $7,202.

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