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Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

ROCOCO STYLE

Rococo was an aesthetic movement in the fine and decorative arts in the 18th century that found its inspiration in nature and fostered an overall lightness and delicacy of form, construction and ornament in interior design. Rococo furniture, while greatly influenced by trends in Italy and Germany, is often called Louis XV style — the movement having reached its best expression during that sybaritic French king’s reign.

The term “rococo” is thought to be a portmanteau of the French words rocaille and coquilles — “rock” and “shells” — organic motifs frequently used in architecture and design of the style.

When it comes to authentic Rococo furniture's characteristics, it is above all sensuous and social. The furniture of earlier eras in Europe had been heavy in every sense; the Rococo period saw the appearance of light-framed upholstered armchairs, side chairs and occasional tables that could easily be moved to form conversational circles.

The signal detail of Rococo furniture design is the gently curved cabriole, or S-shaped chair-, table-, and cabinet-leg. It imitates the bend of a tree limb or a flower stem. In a further reference to nature, furnishings were often asymmetrical and painted white, or in soft, pastel shades. Rococo has become a timeless style, and as the furniture pieces presented on 1stDibs demonstrate, its playful, sculptural forms can provide visual excitement to contemporary, clean-lined spaces.

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Style: Rococo
Late 18th to Early 19th Century Hand-Painted Serpentine Commode/Chest of Drawers
Located in North Palm Beach, FL
Antique commode, dating from the late 18th to early 19th century, is a prime example of period craftsmanship and decorative artistry. It features a distinguished serpentine front, an...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

18th Century Period Rococo Commode
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Period 18th Century Rocco commode. The top section with three drawers and below are three further drawers. This piece has been re-painted.
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18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

18th Century Period Rococo Commode
18th Century Period Rococo Commode
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18th Century Swedish Rococo Commode
Located in Huntington, NY
A diminutive bow front Swedish Rococo commode. Three drawers over a carved skirt; sits atop cabriole feet. Original brass hardware and locks. Tastefully repainted in pale greyish-whi...
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Serpentine Commode, 18th century style Italian floral painted and gilt
Located in London, Park Royal
Italian Rococo painted commode, the serpentine-fronted , fitted with three drawers, the front and sides are decorated with floral patterns...
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Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

18th c Swiss Rococo Fruitwood Serpentine Commode with Tumbling Block Parquetry
Located in Milford, NH
A fine example of a Continental Rococo fruitwood three drawer commode with serpentine front, probably Swiss in origin, dating to the 18th century, with exceptional tumbling block par...
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18th Century Swiss Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Fruitwood, Satinwood

18th Century Venetian Painted Chest
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
18th Century Venetian Painted Chest. Beautiful piece purchased in France. Age appropriate wear, see detailed photos or message us with questions.
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18th Century French Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Hardwood

Dutch Marquetry Vitrine on Chest Early 18th Century Transitional
Located in London, by appointment only
An 18th century Flemish marquetry vitrine on chest, the shaped crest centred by a finial above two glazed doors opening to a shelved cupboard, the vitrine sits on a serpentine chest ...
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Early 18th Century Dutch Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Mid 20th century mahogany marble top chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century mahogany marble top commode circa 1960. Good quality chest of drawers in the rococo taste Beautiful red and white marble top which is loose fitted.  Single drawer ...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

Exceptional Bombé Marquetry Chest With Belgian Marble Top
Located in Bridgeport, CT
An extravagant and large three drawer chest with extensive floral marquetry decoration, heavy bronze mounts, pulls and escutcheons (False), Belgian marble top with fine color and exc...
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20th Century European Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Belgian Black Marble, Bronze

Early 18th century Rococo inlaid plum bombe chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 18th century rococo parquetry plum bombe commode circa 1730. We are pleased to offer one of the finest commodes we have dealt in.  Rococo period and unusually veneered in plum...
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Italian Rococo Floral & Butterfly Painted Chest of Drawers, Mid 19th Century
Located in Chatham, ON
Antique Italian Rococo polychrome painted chest of drawers with faux marble top - hand painted in cream and blue with scrolls, flowers and butterflies - solid pine wood construction ...
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Mid-19th Century Italian Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Softwood, Paint

18th Century Oak Large White Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
This large antique rococo oak chest of drawers features a serpentine front, carved skirt and brass hardware pulls. It has been given an exceptional newer professional antique white l...
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Mid-18th Century Danish Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Mid century French walnut marble-top commode
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid century French walnut marble-top commode circa 1950. Good quality french bombe shaped commode in the rococo taste.  3 drawers fitted with ornate handles and key plates. Parquet ...
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Mid-20th Century French Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

pair of C18th Portuguese serpentine decorated commodes
Located in Shipston-On-Stour, GB
Home / Stock / 18th Century Pair of Portuguese Commodes PrevNext Fantastic pair of C18th Portuguese serpentine commodes with the original cream decoration and gilt highlights. By ...
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1760s Portuguese Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Giltwood, Paint

Jumbo Collection Antique Italian Ormolu-Mounted and Lacquered Cabinet
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
An important and richly decorated Italian ormolu-mounted and lacquered cabinet, ca. 1930. The cabinet structural frame is in hardwood, darkened by painting. The bombé case has its s...
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1930s Italian Vintage Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Mid 20th century rococo revival commode
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Mid 20th century rococo revival commode circa 1950. Bombe shaped 3 drawer commode made in mahogany and kingwood, with shaped marble top. Green and grey marble is loose fitting for e...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

French 19th Century Louis XV Period Commode Styl Rococo
Located in Warsaw, PL
This elegant Louis XV-style commode is an exceptional example of 18th-century-inspired craftsmanship. Constructed from fine wood, likely mahogany, it features a luxurious white marbl...
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19th Century French Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Yellow Bombay Chest of Three Drawers with Marble Top, Sweden circa 1890
Located in Round Top, TX
It is the bombay curves and saber feet turning gently outwards that draws one to this charming small chest of three drawers. While the painted finish is old, it is likely not origina...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

20th century burr birch cutlery chest by Bodafors
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine quality cutlery cabinet by well known swedish makers bodafors, circa 1950. Quarter veneer panel to the front below which applied carved swags and foliage. Standing on 4 cabrio...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

18th Century Danish Commode Circa 1780
Located in Atlanta, GA
This 18th-century Danish commode, circa 1780, showcases the graceful curves and refined elegance typical of Scandinavian Rococo design. Crafted from wood, likely beech or pine, it fe...
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18th Century Danish Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

18th Century Rococo Commode
Located in Ljungby, SE
Painted Rococo chest of drawers from the 1760s with a wooden top. The chest features gilded Rococo fittings from the period. It has three drawers, each equipped with a snap lock. One...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Authentic 18th Century Swedish Rococo Chest of Drawers
Located in Kramfors, SE
18th century chest of drawers from northern Sweden. The chest is Rococo with pronounced and curved sides and front. The profile is characteristic for the Rococo era and this is an au...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Swedish 1920s Rococo Style Painted Wood Two-Drawer Chest with Carved Apron
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Rococo style painted wood chest from the early 20th century, with two drawers, carved apron and cabriole legs. Created in Sweden during the first quarter of the 20th centur...
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Early 20th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Italian Painted Two-Drawer Rococo Commode
Located in New York, NY
An Italian Rococo manner painted white commode. The shapely chest comprises two-drawers with fanciful bronze handles supported on cabriole legs. An exuberant and elegant shape whi...
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Early 20th Century Italian Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

French 1880s Rococo Style Three-Drawer Bedside Chest with Serpentine Front
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Rococo style painted bedside chest from the late 19th century, with serpentine front and three drawers. Created in France during the last quarter of the 19th century, this p...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

19th Century, Italian Louis XV style Veneered Wood chest of drawers
Located in IT
19th Century, Italian Louis XV style Veneered Wood chest of drawers This chest of drawers was made in Genoa in the second half of the nineteenth century, in the characteristic style ...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

18th Century Rococo Commode
Located in Ljungby, SE
A Rococo Stockholm piece, made by Ludwig Neijber the Elder. The commode is veneered in amaranth, jacaranda, and plum wood. The fittings and rocaille decorations are fire-gilded. The ...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Jacaranda

19th Century Rococo-Style Bombe Commode in Walnut w/ Parcel Gilt & Marble
Located in Miami, FL
A very lovely Rococo style chest with bombe front in walnut, with black marble top and parcel-gilt details, offering three drawers, Denmark, circa mid- late 1800s. Measures: 28" wide...
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Late 19th Century Danish Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Belgian Black Marble

19th Century Rococo Original Blue Painted Commode
Located in San Angelo, TX
Stunning 19th century original blue painted Rococo commode. This is truly a special heirloom and investment. This piece features original hardware and 4 drawers. This is perfect for any setting whether it be a traditional design space or wabi sabi look. Thank you for stopping by Crystal Nichols...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Paint

Pair Of Large Venetian Rococo Walnut Commodes
Located in Essex, MA
A fine pair of commodes in remarkably good condition. With serpentine rectangular top with book matched veneer over two conforming drawers with cast brass rocaille handles, raised on...
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1760s Italian Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Rococo chest of drawers In Walnut, Danish Design from 1880s
Located in Lejre, DK
Bring an antique elegance into your home with this rococo bombé-shaped walnut dresser of Danish origin, dating to around the 1880s. This chest of drawers represents an era of opulent...
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1880s Danish Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

French Country Louis XV Style Carved "Bombe" Walnut Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Miami, FL
French country carved "Bombe" walnut chest in the Rococo style. Item features solid wood construction, beautiful wood grain, distressed finish, finely carved details, working lock an...
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Early 20th Century French Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Large Louis XV Serpentine Shape Period Commode
Located in Nashville, TN
A Rococo commode or chest with very fine original mercury fire gilt mounts. Nice faded cognac color. Simple clean lines and design. Marble top probably original and hand hewn (see r...
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Mid-18th Century French Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Metal

Italian Neo-Classic Ivory Commode
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Neo-classic (18th Century) Ivory with green undertones painted monumental commode with gold gilt carved trim on sides and 2 drawers under a ...
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18th Century Italian Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Italian Walnut Serpentine Commode, 18th Century
Located in CH
An impressive 18th century Italian walnut and burl walnut serpentine commode with bronze handles. Emilian, circa 1720.
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1720s Italian Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Rococo Period 1770s Swedish Gray Cream Painted and Carved Three-Drawer Commode
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Swedish Rococo period three-drawer commode from circa 1770 with light gray cream painted finish, carved skirt and serpentine front. This Swedish Rococo period three-drawer commode,...
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Late 18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Dutch Rococo Style Satinwood Marquetry Burl Mahogany Commode/Dresser
Located in Fort Washington, MD
This is a Dutch Rococo style commode, featuring intricate satinwood marquetry on a burl mahogany background. The commode has a serpentine front, ornate with floral and foliage inlays...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Burl

French Chest in Lacqered Gilt Chinoisoire
Located in Savannah, GA
French chest in lacquered gilt chinoisoire, made circa 1910. This is a beautiful chest having two short drawers over three long drawers. Beautiful moldings and carvings on the front ...
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Early 20th Century French Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Circa 1735-55 French Rococo Period Commode from Provence
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Circa 1735-55 French Rococo period commode from Provence. Walnut. Serpentine front; two drawers with triple asymmetrical shaped, molded cartouches; pierced, carved apron ending in we...
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1730s French Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Exceptional Singerie-Themed Rosewood Commode by Zwiener
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Attributed to Joseph-Emmanuel Zwiener Date: Late 19th Century Dimension: 39(H) x 62(W) x 24(D) inches Inspired by Charles Cressent, this darling rosewood commode showcases the increasingly favored theme of hilarious monkey antics. Named "commode aux enfants balançant un singe," the style is beloved by many. One is showcased in the Rothschild Collection at Waddesdon Manor, and another located within the Linsky Collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art; two reside in the Gulbenkian Museum in Lisbon, and another is part of the collection at the Louvre. Singerie — from the French for "Monkey Trick" — is a genre of art in which monkeys are depicted apeing human behaviour. Adorned with cast gilt bronze, the commode features a delightful scene on its front and sides where two children playfully swing a monkey on a rope amidst a lavish display of cast acanthus leaves. The central monkey ornament...
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Late 19th Century Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

18th Century Swedish Rococo Commode
Located in Huntington, NY
A Swedish Rococo commode with a slide-out tray over three bow front drawers. Decoratively carved apron. Repainted in soft grey with original locks and old (but not original) brass ha...
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

18th Century, Italian Policrome Lacquered Wood Chest of Drawers
Located in IT
18th century, Italian Policrome Lacquered Wood Chest of Drawers This small and elegant chest of drawers was made in Genoa, northern Italy, around the middle of the eighteenth century. This model of dresser is inspired by the models that spread in France in the Louis XV period and to which all the cabinet makers were immediately inspired. It consists of four drawers, of which two smaller upper. It has a wooden structure entirely lacquered in light ocre decorated with floral and foliate decorations and compositions of still life of fruit in shades of red. The handles and mouthpieces of the locks are in finely chiseled burnished bronze, typical of the Louis XV era. The molded top is in Rosso Francia marble, a marble from abroad that at the time was very precious and expensive. The dresser has the front and the sides moved by the move line, legs thin and slightly curved. The front legs are embellished with burnished bronze chiseled tips shaped like acanthus leaf. This piece of furniture is quite rare because of its small size that make it easy to fit into any environment. Very decorative due to its sinuous lines and its fine decoration, it is suitable both next to antique furniture...
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Italian Inlaid Rosewood Prie-Dieu, 18th Century
Located in CH
18th century Louis XV Italian Roman inlaid rosewood prie-dieu.
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Mid-18th Century Italian Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

FRENCH PAIR OF ARMCHAIRS 19th century
Located in Madrid, ES
FRENCH PAIR OF ARMCHAIRS 19th century in carved and gilded wood. Upholstered seats. small defects. Dim.: 71 x 69 x 53 cm good conditions
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19th Century French Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

18th century English oak chest on stand
Located in London, GB
C18th English bleached oak chest on stand. An understated useful English two part oak three drawer chest on stand with drop handles.It sits on a base with two narrow deep side drawer...
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1780s British Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Fine Louis XV Provincial Walnut Commode
Located in Essex, MA
Shaped serpentine top over three conforming paneled drawers, shaped apron, ending on cabriole legs and hoof feet. In unusually fine condition.
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1760s French Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Other

18th Century South European Walnut Commode
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Wonderful 18th Century South European walnut commode. Most probably Italian from the mid-18th Century. Fabulous carved detail to each drawer and sides. With all the original brass ha...
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Mid-18th Century European Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair of 20th Century Rococo Commodes
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Pair of Mid 20th Century black lacquer commodes in the rococo revival manner. Both are fitted with three drawers and brass hardware wi...
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20th Century French Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

18th Century Scandinavian Rococo Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Huntington, NY
A two drawer Scandinavian Rococo style chest. Serpentine drawer fronts and cabriolet legs. Original brass hardware and iron locks. Older cream colored paint.
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Late 18th Century Scandinavian Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Small Rococo-Style Chest of Drawers
Located in Greding, DE
Charming hand-painted chest of drawers in the Louis XV style, featuring a serpentine front, scalloped apron, and elegantly curved legs. The newly applied beige finish is adorned with...
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19th Century European Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

18th Century Swedish Rococo Commode
Located in Huntington, NY
A Rococo commode with original brass pulls, hardware and locks on three bow front drawers. The top drawer has three compartments. Commode top front and sides are contoured. Apron and...
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Continental Rococo Gilt Mahogany Commode
Located in Queens, NY
Continental (probably Dutch, circa 1750) Rococo gilt bronze trimmed mahogany and fruitwood 2 drawer commode with parquetry and marquetry inlaid design. Antique condition, warped and...
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Mid-18th Century European Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Fruitwood

Italian Rococo Painted and Silver Gilt Carved Chest of Drawers
Located in Queens, NY
Italian Rococo chest of drawers coated in grey paint and accented with silver gilt trim and decorative carvings, namely classicizing l...
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18th Century Italian Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Silver Leaf

18th Century Continental Parquetry Inlaid Commode with Serpentine Front
Located in Atlanta, GA
18th century continental parquetry inlaid commode with serpentine front, hoof feet, and 3 drawers.
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18th Century European Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Fruitwood

18th Century Swedish Rococo Commode
Located in Huntington, NY
A three drawer Rococo commode with original cherub adorned brass hardware and iron locks. Featuring a bow front and cabriolet legs. Tastefully repainted in soft white-grey.
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Mid-18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass, Iron

Chest Of Drawers Made In Walnut With A Marble Top From 1860s
Located in Lejre, DK
The Rococo chest of drawers you describe from the 1860s exudes the opulence and elegance characteristic of the Rococo style. Crafted from walnut wood, known for its warmth and depth,...
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1860s Danish Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

An 18th Century Swedish Period Rococo Serpentine Chest with a Lovely Elm Veneer
Located in Atlanta, GA
An 18th century Swedish period Rococo Serpentine chest of three drawers. This antique commode from Sweden has a shapely serpentine body with beautiful elm veneer. The skirt is heav...
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18th Century Swedish Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Rococo Commode, Italy, 18th Century
Located in Belmont, MA
Rococo commode, Italy, 18th century, walnut veneer with landscape marquetry in elm and mahogany, original marble-top. In excellent restored condition. The commode will be shipped from Europe...
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1770s Italian Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Neapolitan Chest of Drawers Rococo Red Marble Poplar Bronze, Italy, 1700
Located in Milano, IT
Neapolitan Rococo chest of drawers, supported by curved feet, the under-the-top band is curved as well; on the curved front, it features two drawers with retractable chain. Quadripar...
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18th Century European Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Rococo Style Handcrafted Two-Drawer Chest, Italy, 19th Century.
Located in Madrid, ES
Two-drawer chest in Italian Rococo style, made of linden and oak wood, handcrafted, polychromed in green with gold leaf edges, and topped with rosso sardo marble, with bronze handles...
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19th Century Spanish Antique Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

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

Find a broad range of unique Rococo 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 Rococo commodes and chests of drawers made in a specific country, there are Europe, Scandinavia, and Italy 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 Irwin Furniture, Lam Lee Group, Mathias Ortmann, and Modenese Gastone. 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 $808 and tops out at $180,000 while the average work can sell for $5,861.

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