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Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

RENAISSANCE STYLE

Spanning an era of cultural rebirth in Europe that harkened back to antiquity, the Renaissance was a time of change in design. From the late 1400s to the early 1600s, Rome, Venice and Florence emerged as artistic centers through the expansion of global trade and a humanist belief in the arts being central to society. Antique Renaissance furniture was ornately carved from sturdy woods like walnut, its details standing out against the tapestries and stained glass adorning the walls.

Renaissance chests, which were frequently commissioned for marriages, were often decorated with gilding or painted elements. Those that were known as cassoni were crafted in shapes based on classical sarcophagi. As opposed to the medieval era, when furniture was pared down to the necessities, a wide range of Renaissance chairs, tables and cabinets were created for the home, and the designs regularly referenced ancient Rome.

Large torchères of the Renaissance era that were used as floor lamps were inspired by classical candelabras, while marble surfaces evoked frescoes. The inlaid boxes being imported from the Middle East informed the intarsia technique, which involved varying hues of wood in mosaic-like patterns, such as those by architect Giuliano da Maiano in the Florence Cathedral.

Tapestry-woven cushion covers accented the variety of Renaissance seating — from conversation to study chairs — while bookcases for secular use reflected the migration of culture and knowledge from the church into the home. The aesthetics of the Italian Renaissance later spread to France through the publishing of work by renowned designers, including Hugues Sambin and Jacques Androuet du Cerceau. Centuries later, the 19th-century Renaissance Revival would see a return to this influential style.

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Style: Renaissance
Henkel Harris Bachelors Chest of Drawers
Located in Annville, PA
From Niagara Furniture a vintage Henkel Harris Bachelors Chest of Drawers in very good condition. Simple yet sophisticated this beautiful...
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1980s North American Vintage Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Carved chest of drawers, France, circa 1880.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Carved helper, France, circa 1880. Very good condition, after professional renovation. Wood: oak dimensions: height 100 cm width 147 cm depth 62 cm
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1880s French Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

1700's, 18th C. Antique Large, Italian Renaissance Style, Carved, Walnut Cassone
Located in Austin, TX
Stunning 1700's, 18th C.Antique Large, Italian Renaissance Style, Carved, Walnut Cassone, Chest! Antique Cassone, Marriage Chest, Coffer, Large, Italian Renaissance Style, Carved, W...
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18th Century European Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Pair of Antique Italian Painted Chests or Stands
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Impressive pair of 19th Century Italian three drawer chests or commodes handcrafted in hardwoods on a bow front bombay form paint decorated in a renaissance style with decoupage figu...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Hardwood, Paint

17th Century Northern Italian Walnut Chest of Drawers, circa 1690
Located in Cagliari, IT
Rare 17th century carved walnut chest of drawers, bracket carved feet. Italy , Emilia PLEASE NOTE THAT THE EXPORT AUTHORIZATION BY THE ITALIAN MINISTRY OF CULTURAL HERITAGE TAKES ...
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1690s Italian Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Italian Renaissance Oratory In Walnut And Burl Walnut - 17th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
Exceptional Italian Renaissance oratory in walnut and burr walnut from the early 17th century circa 1600. It opens with four drawers in curved burr walnut. It is rare to find a curv...
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Early 17th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Mahogany Ball and Claw Blockfront Chest of Drawers
Located in Annville, PA
A vintage Mahogany Ball and Claw Blockfront Chest of Drawers brought to you by Niagara Furniture. A classic furniture style this blockfront shap...
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Late 20th Century Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

19th Century German Renaissance-Style Chest of Drawers in Black, around 1880
Located in Berlin, DE
Travel through time with this exceptional late 19th-century German Renaissance-style chest of drawers, dating back to around 1880. Crafted from pine, the piece is a rare and extraord...
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1880s German Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Plaster, Pine

IMPORTANT PORTUGUESE COMMODE D. JOÃO V 18th Century in ROSEWOOD
Located in Madrid, ES
IMPORTANT PORTUGUESE COMMODE D. JOÃO V 18th Century in rosewood wood, with three drawers and three large drawers. Wavy body, with cut skirts, decorated with shells, windings and pl...
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18th Century Portuguese Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Small Italian Walnut Chest Of Drawers-17th Century
Located in Brussels, Brussels
lovely little chest of drawers in walnut from the Italian Renaissance - 17th century Very beautiful chest of drawers made up of 4 drawers. They each have their original locks which ...
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17th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

D. JOSÉ CHEST OF DRAWERS Portuguese, from the 18th century
Located in Madrid, ES
D. JOSÉ CHEST OF DRAWERS Portuguese, from the 18th century in mahogany wood, rosewood frames and rosewood inlays. With 3 large drawers, 3 drawers and clipboard. Wavy and cut-out top,...
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18th Century Portuguese Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Important Portuguese Commode 18th Century in Rosewood
Located in Madrid, ES
IMPORTANT PORTUGUESE COMMODE 18th century Rosewood In rosewood wood, with 3 large drawers and 3 drawers. Wavy and cut top, decorated with recess. Cropped skirts decorated with flora...
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18th Century Portuguese Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

17th Century Italian Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in San Francisco, CA
A 17th Century (possibly older at late 16th century) Italian walnut chest. This rare antique features three drawers, all with original period locks and hardware that speaks to its ri...
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17th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

D. JOSÉ CHEST OF DRAWERS Portuguese, 18th century.
Located in Madrid, ES
D. JOSÉ CHEST OF DRAWERS Portuguese, 18th century. in walnut wood, with two large drawers and two drawers. Wavy and cut-out top, decorated with a recess. Cut-out and openwork skirts...
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18th Century Portuguese Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

PORTUGUESE COMMODE 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
18th Century Portuguese COMMODE Portuguese, in rosewood wood, with 3 large drawers and two drawers. Cut-out top, decorated with recess. Cropped skirts decorated with floral elements...
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18th Century Portuguese Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

20th Century Italian Wood Patinated Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Immerse yourself in the timeless allure of the Renaissance Era with this opulent 20th Century Italian Wood Patinated Chest of Drawers. Boasting luxurious gold and cream tones, this v...
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20th Century Italian Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Chest of Drawers Portuguese 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Chest of Drawers Portuguese 18th Century in vinhatic wood. With three drawers and folding top, interior with central hatch and six drawers. Defects. Dim.: 120 x 114 x 64 cm.
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18th Century Portuguese Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Cassettone Bureau-Chest Bambocci 16century Italian Renaissance Walnut Lombardy
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
AN EXCEPTIONAL MUSEUM QUALITY, ITALIAN, RENAISANCE WALNUT CASSETTONE WITH A FITTED BUREAU IN THE UPPER PART & EXCEPTIONAL BAMBOCCI CARVING, LOMBARDY - This exceptionally rare, museum quality, piece of early furniture was conceived and crafted as an artwork of the finest quality of its time. Throughout time it has been a luxurious, statement piece which has protected it, and fortunately it has survived in virtually, original condition. - This magnificent cassettone exudes the character and quality of the finest, late-Renaissance furniture. Northern Italian Renaissance furniture often had the sides, legs or angles, 'a Bambocci', incorporating carved figures which were considered unique sculptures in their own right. - The putti on this cassettone are beautifully carved and of sculptural quality. Each angel has one arm raised to heaven, a poignant touch. - The lion’s paw feet are a classical feature and make a great statement. - This cassettone was conceived to have visual impact through the quality of the carving, as well as being very practical with the writing compartment fitted in the top part. - It has survived in very original condition with a few small repairs and losses, and the colour and patina are warm and lustrous. - This cassettone is illustrated Illustrated in C. Alberici, Il Mobile Lombardo, Milan, 1969, p. 45, one of the seminal works on Lombardy furniture, and has been in two renowned collections. The hinged top in two sections faced with a solid moulded edge. The front part has a fall front and opens to reveal a writing compartment. The fall front retains its original lock and is concealed with a false drawer which is above three drawers. All with moulded panels, escutcheons and retaining the original iron handles. The front ends have exceptional, bambocci, carved putti raising their arms to heaven above trailing foliage. Standing on magnificent lion's-head carved feet. The sides are panelled. Exceptional original colour and patina. Literature : Illustrated in C. Alberici, Il Mobile Lombardo, Milan, 1969, p. 45. A Gonzalez-Palacois, Il mobile in Liguria, Genova, 1996 illustrates related pieces Measures: Length 147 ½ cm. 58 in, height 104 cm. 41 in, depth 75 cm. 29½ in, Provenance: Coll. Private Azzate The Collection of Sandro and Lidia Orsi, Ca’ Mera, Varese. Regarded as one of the most beautiful homes in Lombardy, Ca’ Mera, the country house of Sandro and Lidia Orsi was filled with beautiful objects from many different epochs. A renowned antiquarian from Milan, over his lifetime Sandro and his wife Lidia revived the Renaissance and Baroque character of the house and instilled their own unique vision into the interiors, which culminated with the creation of a Kunst – or Wunderkammer. “I have never seen such an example of poetical taste”, Sir John Pope...
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16th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Tall Italian Renaissance Florentine Style Six Drawer Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Ijzendijke, NL
Gorgeous Italian Florentine style tall chest of six drawers. Gorgeous gold wood with painted red accents. The curved serpentine legs give an old italian renaaissance touch and are ve...
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Giltwood

Renaissance Chest Carved with Angels / Cherubs - Circa 1600 - XVIIth France
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
Large Renaissance period oak chest decorated with cherub heads surmounting panels framed by columns. Very beautiful period furniture. French work late 16th-early 17th century.  
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Early 17th Century French Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Chest of drawers. Carved wood. 16th century.
Located in Madrid, ES
Chest of drawers. Carved wood. 16th century. Restorations. Chest of drawers with a carved wooden front in its own color, featuring two drawers with metal handles and lock escutcheo...
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16th Century European Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Other

1728 Austrian Commode Trumeau in Walnut age Charles V of Habsburg silver Inlaid
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Code: FC04 18th century. antique two-body chest of drawers , trumeau sideboard in walnut and veneer walnut with maple threads & silver inlaid. Upper part with two doors and two internal shelves ; the lower part with three drawers. This important piece of furniture, on the back, bears the writing -1728 - FERENC GIULAY which certainly represent the date and name of the owner flanked by an unidentifiable brand. The furniture was recovered in Austria and was produced in the period of Emperor Charles V...
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19th Century Austrian Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Silver

A Small Walnut Chest of Drawers, Italian circa 1700
Located in ARMADALE, VIC
A Small Walnut Chest of Drawers, Italian circa 1700 Height: 78 cm Width: 60 cm Depth: 29 cm. Provenance: Private Australian Collection acquired in...
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18th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Carved chest of drawers, France, around 1880
Located in Chorzów, PL
Carved chest of drawers, France, around 1880. Very good condition. Wood: oak dimensions : height 90 cm x width 110 cm x depth 65 cm
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1880s French Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Large, antique chest of drawers, Germany, around 1890. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Large antique chest of drawers from the end of the 19th century, Germany. The furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation. Dimensions: height 139 cm / width ...
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1890s German Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Italian walnut cassone 17th C.
Located in Summerland, CA
Lovely antique Italian cassone sits on two clawed lion’s feet and a moulded base, detailed carved front freize and corners. Hinged lid. Beautiful patina and great condition. This be...
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17th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Italian Renaissance Walnut Commode
Located in Greenwich, CT
Very Fine Northern Italian (Tuscan) Renaissance commode, the molded top over three drawers with arabesque carved fronts and applied molded edges, the sides carved with term figures a...
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Early 17th Century Italian Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Poplar, Walnut

Portuguese Rosewood Chest with Two Drawers, 17th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
PORTUGUESE ROSEWOOD CHEST WITH TWO DRAWERS 17th century Portuguese from the 17th century, in sicupira and rosewood, cut and pierced iron fittings. ...
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17th Century Portuguese Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Beautiful Portuguese Drawer 18th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
PORTUGUESE COMMODE 18th century. In mahogany wood with two drawers and three large drawers. Dim.: 100 x 123 x 64 cm. Good conditions.
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18th Century Portuguese Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Portuguese Chest with Two Drawers 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Portuguese chest with two drawers 19th century in mahogany wood, cushions with bands and shimmering friezes in rosewood, bronze mounts in relief, cut and lace. Dimensions: 62 x 93 x...
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19th Century Portuguese Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rosewood

Chest of Drawers Chest Commode Architectural Facade Enclosed Renaissance Cedar
Located in BUNGAY, SUFFOLK
A museum quality, English, Late-Renaissance, cedar enclosed chest of drawers with exceptional snakewood, walnut & oak with an architectural or façade front This is the most sophisticated English model of chest of drawers conceived as a cabinet piece with an architectural front intended to disguise the drawers. This chest exhibits the mastery of English Late-Renaissance, cabinet making combining woods prized for their exoticism, color and beautiful figuring with carving and moulding in different ornamental patterns to simulate materials found within an architectural façade...
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Early 17th Century European Antique Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cedar

Early 1900s Antique, Italian Renaissance Style, Carved, Walnut, Bachelor's Chest
Located in Austin, TX
Handsome Antique Bachelor's Chest, Italian Renaissance Style, Carved, Walnut, Early 1900s, 20th Century!! This antique bachelor's chest is a stunning piece of furniture that will ad...
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20th Century Italian Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

PAIR OF LARGE ITALIAN HARDWWOOD & WALNUT MARBLE TOPPED TALLBOY CHESTS OF DRAWERs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this sublime pair of vintage Tarocco Alberto di Giorgio tallboy chests of drawers with Walnut frames, Rosewo...
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20th Century Italian Renaissance Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Renaissance commodes and chests of drawers for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Renaissance commodes and chests of drawers for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the Late 20th Century, 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 and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with wood, walnut and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Renaissance commodes and chests of drawers made in a specific country, there are Europe, Italy, and Portugal 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 and Europa Antiques. 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 $1,095 and tops out at $51,366 while the average work can sell for $3,600.

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