Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
NEOCLASSICAL STYLE
Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.
Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.
The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.
Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.
Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.
As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.
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Item Ships From: USA
Style: Neoclassical
19th C. Neoclassic French Painted Commode W/Marble Top & Lion's Head Ring Pulls
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French four-drawer Neoclassic commode with its original marble top from the 19th century. This antique chest from France retains its original marble top which sits atop a Neoclassical case that has been designed in clean/linear lines, and raised upon spaded legs at front and squared legs at rear. The four drawers have elaborate lion's head ring bail hardware, and are flanked at each end with set-back column side posts, with beautifully embellished tops. The gray, black and white marble top is complimented with a the case having a sophisticated vintage white/gray wash, with charcoal and brass accents. This 19th century French Neoclassical commode...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Marble
French Walnut Commode, circa 1780
Located in Madison, MS
This stunning Walnut French commode, crafted in 1780, is in pristine condition and would make a huge statement in any room. It features beautiful curvatures and wood carved details. ...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Walnut
Dark Oak Parquetry Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
A dark oak parquetry chest of drawers in Dusk finish. It has mirrored herringbone oak parquetry drawers, classically tapered legs, and six Verde bronze...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood
Pair of Dark Oak Parquetry Dressers
Located in Westwood, NJ
A dark oak parquetry chest of drawers in Dusk finish. It has mirrored herringbone oak parquetry drawers, classically tapered legs, and six Verde Bronze...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood
Venetian Hand Painted and Gilt Figural Pagoda Two Drawer Commode, Circa 1780
Located in Hollywood, SC
Venetian hand painted and gilt figural pagoda two-drawer commode with scalloped edge top, gilt carved shell form handles, and resting on a scalloped edge floral skirt with the origin...
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1780s Italian Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Giltwood, Paint
Pair Don Ruseau Chests
By Don Ruseau
Located in Norwalk, CT
A pair of small chests, perfect for bedside or other side tables. Each has 3 drawers stylishly lined in the Ruseau signature style with vintage wa...
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1950s Vintage Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Mahogany
19th Century Serpentine Inlaid Commode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Early 19th century European. Austrian? 3-drawer serpentine chest of drawers. Newly French polished.
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Early 19th Century Austrian Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood
Swedish White Painted Commode
Located in Westwood, NJ
Swedish white painted commode, this neo-classic painted commode with three long lockable drawers, canted corners with fluted stiles, and brass ri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of Louis XVI Style Antiqued Black Commodes
Located in Westwood, NJ
Louis XVI Style Antiqued Black Commodes with an antiqued and distressed rub through black painted finish. With canted corners, dental molding, an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
19th Century Italian Commodinis
Located in Los Angeles, CA
NIcely inlaid. Little chests have been French polished. They are strong and sturdy. Three keys.
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Pair of 'Palm Beach Blue' Lacquered Commodes with Natural Coquina Stone
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of 'Palm Beach Blue' lacquered commodes with natural coquina stone.
European, purchased in France in 1980s.
A stunning pair of Neoclassical st...
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Late 20th Century French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Limestone, Metal
19th-Century American Classical Mahogany Tall Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step back in time with our exquisite 19th-century tall chest of drawers, which has been skillfully restored to its former glory by our dedicated tea...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
American Classical Solid Pine with Panelized Sides Chest of Drawers
Located in Germantown, MD
American Classical Solid Pine with Panelized Sides Chest of Drawers with 4 all solid wood perfectly functioning drawers. Measures 29.25" in width, 19" in depth and stands 41.25" tall.
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Pine
18th Century Italian Comodino with Elegant Marquetry
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian period Neoclassical small-sized comodino embellished with stunning marquetry, from the 18th century. This antique cabinet from Italy has been elaborately-crafted marquetry inlays about its top and three sides in various designs of mythological creatures, leafy garlands, and highly depictive landscapes with farmers and shepherds lounging with their animals. The case houses a single drawer with single door beneath which opens to reveal a shelf for storage (and a small hole which has been previous drilled at lower backside should you wish to hide electronics within). This piece is presented upon four squared legs which gently taper to their feet. Please note that there is some slight bowing to the top. This 18th century Italian Neoclassical chest...
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
18th Century Italian Neoclassical Painted Serpentine Commode
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
18th Century Italian Neoclassical Painted Serpentine Commode
Italy, 18th Century
A substantial chest of drawers with natural walnut serpe...
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
19th Century Italian Neo-Classical Curved Front Painted Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
Lovely 19th century Italian curved front Neo-Classical painted commode. Beautiful patina and design on this piece. So pretty!!
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood
Italian Neo-Classical Style Hand Painted Petite Commode or Side Table
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is an Italian neo-classical style hand painted petite commode or side table. Even the drawer interior is painted! It does have a key. Even though this looks early, it is more li...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Important Antique Mahogany Block Front Chest of Drawers
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An important and rare American Historical Block Front Chest. In mahogany with pine drawers. Provenance: Roy Thompson. Labeled Boston or Charleston, i...
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19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, Germany, 1800
Located in Belmont, MA
This gorgeous Neoclassical Chest of Drawers dates back to around 1800 and originates in Germany. The five drawer chest has a beautiful walnut veneer grain and stands on lions claw feet. It is decorated with its original brass fittings. The drawers are framed with brass ribbons, the upper most drawers are decorated with an exquisite brass acanthus decor. The brass escutcheons consist of two interlacing dolphins and rose vines decorate the brass handles. The unique Chest of drawers...
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1790s German Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Swedish Painted Commode, Antiqued White
Located in Westwood, NJ
Swedish painted commode, this neo-classic painted commode in an antiqued white London mist finish with three long lockable drawers, canted corn...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of Vintage Italian Neo-Classical Hand Painted Chests
Located in Dallas, TX
Lovely pair of vintage Italian neo-classical hand painted chests. Featuring a beautiful pale blue patina and a pretty floral like design. Creates a light and airy look. So pretty!!
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood
Swedish White Painted Commode
Located in Westwood, NJ
Swedish white painted commode, 48" wide, this neo-classic painted commode with three long lockable drawers, canted corners with fluted stiles, an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Swedish Painted Commode, Antiqued Grey
Located in Westwood, NJ
Swedish painted commode, this neo-classic painted commode in an antiqued grey finish with three long lockable drawers, canted corners with flut...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
19th C. French Neoclassical Commode w/Marble Top and Brass Trimmings
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French neoclassical style commode with marble top from the 19th century. This antique chest from France features its original ...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Marquetry Marble Top Commode
Located in Newport Beach, CA
A beautiful walnut and fruitwood veneered 2 drawer commode with marquetry detail. Marble top replaced at a later date. 1 key. From the area of Genoa.
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Fruitwood, Walnut
Traditional Long Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
Traditional long dresser with an Ogee edge top, beveled decorative trim corners, hand-cast brass knobs, raised on bracket feet with a hand-rubbed warm ru...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
HICKORY WHITE Neoclassical Style Marble Top Bachelor Chest
Located in Charlotte, NC
A Neoclassical style bachelor chest by Hickory White. Solid hardwood with their Cotsworth finish, brass hardware, marble top and carved decorative Corinthian columns to the front cor...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Notable Hand-Painted Karges Cabinet by Teresa Brown, 1992
Located in Bridgeport, CT
A large and very Decorative all wood Continental style three drawer chest with Cabriolet legs from Karges entirely Hand-Painted by Artist Teresa Brown. Th...
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20th Century American Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
French Period Neoclassical Commode w/Beautiful Wood Grain & Neoclassic Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French neoclassic carved-wood commode from the 19th century. This antique chest from France features a top with rounded/cove-edges at four corners, atop a neoclassical case with rounded and flute-carved side posts, three full sized drawers, and raised on conical legs which taper to their peg feet. The recessed panel and dovetailed drawers, are each fitted with Neoclassical hardware with wreath & bow motif, including the pair of handles flanking the escutcheon at center. This piece is has rich and beautiful wood grain...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood
French Neo Classic Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
French neo classic dresser in a mahogany finish with gilded highlights. With a shaped chamfered edge top with a relief decorated three drawer freize, a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Pair of Neoclassical Kingwood Demi-Lune Commodes
Located in Essex, MA
Pair of Continental Kingwood Marquetry Demilune commodes with marble tops. Beautifully inlaid with boxwood, tulipwood in neoclassical design. Original marble tops.
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Kingwood, Satinwood
French Period Neoclassic Gray Marble-Top Commode w/Brass Accents
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical period chest with its original marble top from the early 19th century. This antique commode from France features a rectangular-shaped marble top, with pronounce...
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Early 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
French Small Size Painted Wood Three-Drawer Chest from the Mid-20th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French small size three-drawer painted wood commode. This little chest from the 1970s features nicely carved swag motifs on each drawer. This piece sits upon slender fluted legs. T...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Neo Classic Oak Tall Dresser, Dark
Located in Westwood, NJ
A neo classic style dark oak parquetry tall chest of drawers with mirrored herringbone oak parquetry including five deep drawers accented with Verde Bronze finished handles on tapere...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Neo Classic Oak Tall Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
A neo cassic style oak parquetry tall chest of drawers with mirrored herringbone oak parquetry including five deep drawers accented with Verde Bronze finished handles on tapered oak ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
18th Century Italian Small Marble Top Commode
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fine 18th Century Italian commode in excellent condition. French polish is in excellent condition.
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
19th Century Italian Neoclassical Chest of Drawers
Located in Forney, TX
A Neoclassical style chest of drawers from the 19th century, acquired from the legendary American business magnate, T. Boone Pickens. Born in Italy, hand-crafted, carved and painted,...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Bronze
Italian Neoclassical Inlaid Faux 3 Drawer/ 1 Door Commode
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Italian neoclassical inlaid faux 3 drawer bowed front 1 door commode. Uncommon form with one swinging door that has the appearance of 3 pull out drawers. Inlaid top and sides. Overal...
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair of French 19th Century Three-Drawer Walnut Commodes with White Marble Tops
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French Neoclassical style walnut commodes from the 19th century, with white marble tops, three drawers, fluted side posts, tapered legs and brass hardware. Created in Franc...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Marble, Brass
Neo Classic Oak Tall Dresser, Light
Located in Westwood, NJ
A neo classic style oak parquetry tall chest of drawers with mirrored herringbone oak parquetry including five deep drawers accented with Verde Bronze ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood
New Hampshire Queen Anne Lowboy
Located in Wiscasset, ME
Fine American 18th century queen anne lowboy from New Hampshire in birch. Featuring a thumb molded top with bold cabriole legs and a ni...
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1760s North American Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Birch
Large Italian Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
An Italian neoclassic style mahogany dresser, the rectangular cross-banded top above three short frieze drawers and six further long graduated drawers, on splayed legs.
Dimension...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood
Stunning Pair of French Commodes Chiffoniers with Brass Details
Located in Bronx, NY
A stunning Pair of French Commodes Chiffoniers in solid wood and brass details.
The Pair of French-Style Commodes Signed by Jacques Boda...
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1960s French Vintage Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Walnut
Italian Neo Classic Tall Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
An Italian Neoclassic styler mahogany Gentleman's chest of drawers, the rectangular top above one long drawer, two short drawers and four graduated long drawers, on splayed legs.
...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood
Neoclassical Chest of Drawers, Northern Germany around 1800
Located in Belmont, MA
This neoclassical chest of drawers offers you a lot of storage space. The elegant chest of drawers dates back to around 1800 and comes from Northern Germany. It has a beautiful mahog...
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Early 1800s German Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Mahogany
Pair of Russian Neoclassical Style Inverted Front Commodes Chests
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of Russian neoclassical style inverted front commodes or chests. These have to be seen to be believed. One of a kind pair of deep inverted curved front commodes in the Russian n...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood
Fine Antique Burl Chest of Drawers
Located in Bridgeport, CT
With four drawers flanked by veneered panels, brass hardware, and marquetry inlay, circa 1800. Good condition consistent with age and having a few missing veneer chips on both sides ...
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Early 19th Century Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood, Burl
Pair of Late 19th Century Three Drawer Chests
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Late 19th Century Three Drawer chests with glass tops.
Mahogany with fluted details, brass pulls,
and contemporary black glass tops.
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Late 19th Century German Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
American Neoclassic Bird's Eye Maple Four Drawer Chest, 1820
Located in Kenilworth, IL
American Neoclassic four drawer chest in the French Restoration taste. The case employs both solid and veneered bird’s-eye maple in choice selection of overall pattern. The top is ma...
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Early 19th Century American Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Birdseye Maple, Cherry, Poplar, Pine
BAKER Neoclassical Walnut Inlaid Marble Top Occasional Chest
Located in Charlotte, NC
An occasional chest in the Neoclassical style by Baker Furniture. Walnut with inlays, marquetry, inlaid marble top and metal hardware. Features three dovetail drawers with decorative...
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Late 20th Century American Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Marble, Metal
French Neoclassical Nicely-Carved Side Chest w/Lower Shelf, 19th C.
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French neoclassical style raised two-drawer side chest, with lower shelf, from the 19th century. This antique small-sized commode from France has a rectangular-shaped top with roun...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood
Petite Italian 18th Century Neoclassical Commode with Marble Top and Marquetry
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian Neoclassical period walnut commode from the 18th century, with grey marble top and marquetry. Created in Italy during the 18th century, this petite Neoclassical walnut com...
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Marble
Pair Mahogany Up Russian Neoclassical Style Commodes / Nightstands
Located in Stamford, CT
Pair of mahogany double step up Russian neoclassical style commodes. Each of these custom quality commodes have fine polished mahogany finishes decorated with bronze mounts. The tape...
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Late 20th Century Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Mahogany
19th Century French Henri II Marble Top Walnut Commode
Located in Dallas, TX
19th century French Henri II marble top walnut commode represents the impeccable melding of neoclassical architecture inspired by the ancient Greeks and Romans, with hand-carved embe...
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1880s French Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Pair of Venetian Painted Neoclassical Commodes
Located in East Hampton, NY
Very fine 19th century Venetian two-drawer commode with keys, the top is faux painted to simulate Sienna marble, over the neoclassical designed commode. Standing on square tapered le...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood
French Neoclassic Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
A French Neoclassic style mahogany and cerejeira veneered chest of drawers, the rectangular crossbanded top above two short frieze drawers and two ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Painted Neo Classic Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
A NeoClassic inspired six-drawer chest of drawers. With three frieze drawers atop three more long graduated drawers, with bold brass handles. Flanked by spiral turned columns and set...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Wood
Pair of Antique, Lombardi Commodes
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Beautifully finished, hand-carved, veneered and inlaid, two drawer, c. 1800 Northern Italian, Neoclassical commodes in book-matched walnut and fruitwood. The molded brass drawer pull...
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Early 1800s Italian Antique Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
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Brass
Neoclassical commodes and chests of drawers for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Neoclassical 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 Neoclassical commodes and chests of drawers made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and France 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 Modenese Gastone, Carpanese Home Italia, Maitland Smith, and Venfield. 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 $550 and tops out at $175,000 while the average work can sell for $6,878.
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