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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
French Provincial Style Mahogany 3-Drawer Chest
By John Hall
Located in Chicago, IL
French Provincial style mahogany 3-drawer chest in a very nice silhouette. Made by John Hall Designs, Los Angeles, 1995. Please note scratch on side.
Drawers: 22" W x 16" D x 6" H
Category
1990s American French Provincial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Ebonized French Marble Top Chest
Located in Westwood, NJ
This exquisite chest is an ideal centerpiece for any bedroom or living space, offering both visual splendor and functional utility.
The top of the chest is crafted from honed Emperador stone, known for its durability and natural beauty, which sits atop a serpentine form that gracefully complements the intricate design. The body of the chest features a sleek ebonized oak finish that adds a contemporary edge to the traditional silhouette. Carved rope detailing along the frame introduces a textural element that enhances its classic appeal.
The drawers are adorned with cast brass ring pulls set on ornate backplates, each contributing to the chest's luxurious and traditional aesthetic. This fusion of vintage charm and modern sophistication makes the Ebonized French Marble Top Chest...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Stone
Mid Century Danish Teak Chest of Drawers Aksel Kjersgaard for Odder Mobelfabrik
Located in Leamington Spa, GB
Teak Chest of 3 drawers by Aksel Kjersgaard for Odder Mobelfabrik in Denmark in the 1960s.
It is model 34.
Commonly attributed to Kai Kristiansen
Features:
Wonderful teak grain
T...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair John Widdicomb Co. George III Style Block Front Mahogany Chests
Located in Germantown, MD
A Pair of John Widdicomb Co. George III Style Block Front Mahogany Bedside Chests / Nightstands. Measure 21" in width, 15" in dwpth and stand 27.5" tall.
Category
Mid-20th Century American George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Mid-Century Danish Modern Falster Teak Tambour High Chest
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a Mid-Century Danish Modern Falster Teak Tambour High Chest. Featuring a straight line design, six graduated drawers on the left side, recessed wooden pulls, tamb...
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Teak
American Bow Front Sheraton Chest
Located in Bradenton, FL
A very pretty 19th century American Sheraton Mahogany chest of drawers. Old refinish in very good condition with all drawers gliding smoothly in the case. Replaced older drawer hard...
Category
Early 19th Century Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Near Pair of 18th Century Walnut Commodes
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Near pair of 18th C walnut commodes on stands. Would make good bedside tables. 1740.
Height for smaller commode is 28 inches (71 cms).
Reference: 8403
Dimensions
37 inches (94 cms...
Category
18th Century Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair, Black Painted Chest of Drawers, Sweden circa 1860-80
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of Gustavian pine chest of drawers with canted fluted side posts with upper carved floral medallion, dentil molding, all raised on four tapered fluted feet.
The newer, profess...
Category
Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Paul McCobb, Chest of Drawers, Mahogany, Brass, USA, 1960s
Located in High Point, NC
A brass and mahogany chest of drawers designed by Paul McCobb and produced by Calvin Furniture, USA, c. 1960s.
Category
1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Japanese antique wooden drawer/1868-1920/Wabi-Sabi bedside chest/meiji-taisho
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a very old Japanese wooden drawer.
A drawer used in shops to store documents, etc.
It is thought to have been used from the Meiji period to the Taisho period (1868-1920).
The...
Category
Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Exceptional Louis XVI Mahogany and Marquetry Commode -1X44
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Step into the grandeur of the 19th century with this exceptional Louis XVI mahogany and marquetry commode, crafted around 1850. This exquisite piece exudes timeless elegance and impe...
Category
1850s Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Gustavian, Swedish Commodes, Beige Paint Distressed, Brass, Sweden, 19th C.
Located in Stamford, CT
Gustavian, Swedish Commodes, Beige Paint Distressed, Brass, Sweden, 19th C.
Stunning pair of step up commodes or nightstands having three diamond designed drawers on tapering turned legs with fluted column sides in a chic beige painted finish with a darker step up table...
Category
Early 1900s Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
English 18th C. Georgian Period Inlaid Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Mckinney, TX
Transport yourself back in time with this remarkable English late 18th-century Georgian chest of drawers. Constructed with care, it embodies the essence of meticulous English traditi...
Category
Late 19th Century English Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
French Neoclassic Commode, Cornflower Blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical style painted wood commode from the mid 20th century. This mid-century chest from France features a rectangular-shaped top, which rests above a neoclassical sty...
Category
Mid-20th Century French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Beacon Hill Georgian Style Mahogany Commode Bachelor Chest of Drawers Server
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Beacon Hill Georgian Style Mahogany Commode Bachelor Chest of Drawers Server. Item features 6 drawers, pull out surface, working locks and key, solid brass hardware, original label....
Category
Early 20th Century Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
French Antique Raised Two Drawer Bleached Wood Chest with Star Inlay Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French bleached-wood raised commode with two drawers, from the turn of the 18th and 19th century. This antique chest from France has been designed in nice, clean/linear lines, allo...
Category
Early 19th Century French Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Antique Empire Period Commode
Located in Houston, TX
This exquisite Antique Empire Period Painted Commode boasts a striking Greek Key design adorning its exterior, complemented by a luxurious Belgian Marble Top. Its allure is further e...
Category
19th Century French Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble
Early 20th Century Primitive Petite Chest of Drawers
Located in west palm beach, FL
Discover rustic charm with our Vintage Primitive Petite Chest of Drawers, a nod to America's heritage of handcrafted furniture. With its quaint yet sturdy design, this piece adds a t...
Category
Early 20th Century American Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Antique Victorian Campaign Era Military Secretaire Chest of Drawers C1840
Located in London, GB
This is beautifully crafted antique early Victorian teak military campaign secretaire chest of drawers dates from Circa 1840.
The top drawer opening to a pull out secretaire fitted with a small drawer, pigeon hole compartments and an inset gold tooled brown leather writing surface. This is over two short drawers over two full width drawers.
The brass-bound chest was made in two parts, accented with inset brass hardware, for ease of transport.
Add this splended military secretaire...
Category
1840s Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
19th Century French Louis Philippe Side Table
Located in Winter Park, FL
A 19th century French Louis Philippe cherry side table with three dovetailed drawers, turned legs and lower shelf. Finished on all four sides. Small brass knobs. All original. Circa...
Category
19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Swedish Period Gustavian Chest of Drawers 1780-1800
Located in Charleston, SC
A Charming, large Swedish Gustavian period chest of drawers with original hardware and in wonderful worn lightest of light blue paint.
Canted posts with fluted details, handsome orig...
Category
1790s Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Maitland Smith tessellated marble 5 drawers petite Commode.
Located in Miami, FL
Maitland Smith tessellated marble 5 drawers petite commode.
Category
1990s Philippine Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Wrought Iron
Antique French Quality Kingwood Inlaid Marble Top Bombe Shaped Secretaire Chest
Located in Suffolk, GB
Antique Victorian French quality kingwood marquetry inlaid marble top bombe shaped secretaire chest having the original rouge marble top with a thumb moulded edge above four quality ...
Category
19th Century French Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Other
1960s Upcycled Oak Chest of Drawers, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- carefully refurbished
- Iron legs were added afterwards
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Modern Light Cream Console or Dressing Table in Lacquered Wood & Polished Brass
Located in Porto, PT
Modern light cream console or dressing table in lacquered wood & polished brass Malala console table
The beautiful Malala console table chooses to be di...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Antique French, Louis XVI Style Chest of Drawers Commode Buffet Bar
Located in Senonches, Centre-Val de Loire
Antique French Louis XVI style bar buffet topped with a white Carrara marble, fluted legs finished with golden bronze clogs.
One dovetailed drawer, two doors and a practical storage ...
Category
19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Carrara Marble
Hitchcock Chippendale Mahogany Four-Drawer Small Chest of Drawers
By Hitchcock
Located in Germantown, MD
A Hitchcock Chippendale Mahogany Four-Drawer Small Chest of Drawers finished on all sides and with side handles.
24"W x 15"D x 25H
Category
Mid-17th Century American Chippendale Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Louis XVI Marble Top Commode in Gray
Located in North York, ON
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this exquisite Louis XVI Marble Top Commode. Crafted in France, circa the 1940s. Its sleek brass inlay and hardware gleam against the sophisticate...
Category
1940s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
French Empire Commode
Located in Bradenton, FL
A very attractive French Empire Mahogany Commode. Solid granite top over 4 drawers all with working locks and individual keys for each drawer. Round Mahogany veneer columns with Or...
Category
Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Rococo Oak Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark circa 1770-1800
Located in Round Top, TX
Large antique oak rococo chest of four drawers with handsome brass hardware pulls all resting on cabriolet feet.
This commode has been given an exceptional new professional blue/gree...
Category
Late 18th Century Danish Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
19th Century English Pine Chest
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a lovely antique Two over three English pine chest! Larger in size than normal this piece has a real presence noticed the sides they're so unusual I've never seen this on an ...
Category
1880s English Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
19th century Swedish chest of drawers ...
Located in Brecht, BE
a lovely Swedish chest of drawers, pinewood, blue/green old paint ...
Category
19th Century Swedish Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
French Empire Commode Chest of drawers wood and ormolu
By Decorating House France
Located in Valladolid, ES
Extraordinary chest of drawers in the Empire style, in the time of Napoleon I Bonaparte. Made of wood, the fronts are veneered with mahogany palm, one of the most exclusive, attract...
Category
Early 1800s French Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Ormolu
Gustavian, Swedish Painted Commodes, Greek Key, White and Blue Paint Distressed
Located in Stamford, CT
Gustavian, Swedish Painted Commodes or Nightstands, Greek Key Motif, White and Blue Paint Distressed
Pair of Gustavian commodes or nightstands designed and produced in Sweden in the...
Category
1920s Swedish Gustavian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Paint
Carlo De Carli D154 chest of drawers by Sormani, Italy, 1963
Located in Chiavari, Liguria
A chest of drawers, model D154, in painted wood with brass cast elements, designed by Carlo de Carli, manufactured by Sormani, Italy, 1963. The intense red color characterizes this t...
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Pair Of 1950s T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings Chests For John Stuart
Located in Tarrytown, NY
Pair of 1950s T.H. Robsjohn - Gibbings for John Stuart chests, on wheels. Needs refinishing.
Category
1950s Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Victorian oak secretaire campaign chest
Located in Salisbury, GB
Victorian oak secretaire campaign chest
This Victorian oak secretaire campaign chest was made circa 1870.
Once an officer was commissioned and ready to embark on a tour overseas, he...
Category
1870s English Campaign Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
19th Century French Faux Bamboo Chest of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
19th century faux bamboo chest of drawers from France. The top has been replaced with Carrara marble, and sits upon the case, which is made of pitch pine. The chest has four drawer...
Category
19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Carrara Marble
Danish Modern Rosewood Chest of Drawers by Henning Korch, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Modern Rosewood Chest of Drawers by Henning Korch, 1960s.
Low Scandinavian Mid-Century modern five drawer dresser Model 103 "Alabama". Designed by Danish architect Henning Ko...
Category
1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rosewood
Small Satin Birch Chest of drawers
Located in Faversham, GB
A well proportioned Victorian satin birch chest of drawers with an arrangement of two short over two long drawers.
The drawers have the original bun handles, brass locks and escutch...
Category
Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Satin, Birch
18th C. Italian Tuscan Beautifully Carved Wood Chest w/Amazing Feet "Wow!"
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fabulous Italian Tuscan carved-wood chest of drawers from the 18th century. This antique chest from Tuscany, Italy features a subtle break-front design along its front, with a nice...
Category
18th Century Italian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Louis IV commode/ chest of drawers
Located in Cheltenham, GB
Hutton-Clarke Antiques is delighted to present a superb 18th century French Louis XV commode, masterfully crafted from tulip wood, walnut, and rosewood. This exceptional piece featur...
Category
1770s French Louis XV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Antique Louis XVI Style Marble Top Commode in Black
Located in North York, ON
Exquisite antique Louis XVI style Marble Top Commode, a testament to the enduring elegance of French craftsmanship. Crafted in the 1940s, this commode embodies the grandeur of the Lo...
Category
1940s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Marble, Brass
Pair of English Bachelor's Small Chests of Walnut
Located in Austin, TX
A fine pair of period English small or short bachelor's chest of drawers (or side chests) of walnut with feather banding, c.1820, from the late Georgian Era, each chest featuring a m...
Category
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal, Brass
18th Century Italian Painted Chest Or Commode
Located in Houston, TX
18th Century Italian Painted Chest Or Commode.
Stunning 18th century Italian painted commode or chest with gilt accents from the Tu...
Category
18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Large bank of Workshop Drawers
Located in Faversham, GB
A superb bank of pine and aluminium workshop drawers with charming handwritten labels bearing numbers and descriptions.
Consisting of 70 drawers with original draw pulls to each.
E...
Category
Early 20th Century British Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Aluminum
Drexel French Provincial Louis XV Pink Lacquered Lingerie Chest or Semainier
By Drexel
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XV style six-drawer lingerie chest or semainier
By Drexel Furniture
USA, Circa 1960s
Pink lacquered solid cherry wood, with original brass hardware...
Category
1960s American Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Fine quality walnut inlaid small bombe commode
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Fine quality walnut inlaid bombe commode of small proportions circa 1970.
Good example of a 18th century dutch design bombe shaped commode. Beautifully inlaid with florals and swag...
Category
Late 20th Century Dutch Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Dresser 50s
Located in Milano, IT
South American-made wooden dresser from the 1950s, with six drawers embellished with brass ferrules as well as on the legs. Restaurato.
Category
1950s Argentine Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Primitive 19th Century Pine Chest of Drawers
Located in west palm beach, FL
Experience the rustic charm of our Antique Primitive Pine Chest of Drawers, a timeless treasure that embodies the essence of early American craftsmanship. Crafted with sturdy pine an...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Victorian campaign chest
Located in Salisbury, GB
The Victorian campaign chest would have been commissioned / purchased from a specialist military officers outfitters, usually the Army & Navy stores. This example is their classic de...
Category
1870s English Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Teak
"Paris" Luxurious Cabinet in Murano Glass, hand made and hand engraved
Located in Murano Venezia, IT
Lussuoso mobile d'arte di design chiamato "Paris", composto da due ante frontali, rivestite in specchio inciso con incisione di bolle, lucidato, inciso, e argentato a mano con argent...
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2010s Italian Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Stainless Steel
Mid-Century Modern Walnut Storage Cabinets - Set of 2
Located in Clarksboro, NJ
This listing is for a pair of Mid-Century Modern Walnut Storage Cabinets. Featuring a straight line design, two doors with wooden pulls that ope...
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Fantastic Venetian Paint Decorated Commode cabinet with Painted Birds
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
This is a gorgeous Venetian Paint Decorated with painted birds and floral foliage. The commode has a shelf in the center and the finish has that great time-worn distressed look. The ...
Category
1940s Italian Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Small early 19th Century Chest of Drawers
Located in Eindhoven, NL
Beautiful small antique mahogany chest of drawers in very good condition. The chest of drawers has a beautiful warm color and p...
Category
Early 19th Century British Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Mahogany
Late 18th C. Painted and Raised 2-Drawer Chest, Italy
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian raised two-drawer chest from the turn of the 18th and 19th century. This antique chest from Italy features a rectangular-shaped top, over a case which houses two full-size...
Category
Early 19th Century Italian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
1960s Upcycled Oak Chest of Drawers, Denmark
Located in Praha, CZ
- carefully refurbished
- Iron legs were added afterwards
Category
1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Pair of French Regency Mahogany Foliage Urn Ormolu Cabinet Commodes, Circa 1815
Located in Hollywood, SC
Pair of French Regency book matched mahogany foliage urn ormolu commodes with flanking brass knob single drawers, brass handle cabinets with interior shelf, and resting on squared br...
Category
1810s French Regency Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Ormolu
Antique and Vintage Chests of Drawers and Commodes for Sale on 1stDibs
Is it a commode or a chest of drawers?
Commode is the French term for a low chest of drawers, but it is also sometimes used to denote a piece with a particularly intricate design. The commode dates to circa 1700 France, where it was used as an alternative to a taller cabinet piece so as to not obscure paneled, mirrored or tapestried walls. Coffers, or chests, which were large wooden boxes with hinged lids and sometimes stood on ball feet, preceded chests of drawers, a fashionable cabinet furnishing that garnered acclaim for its obvious storage potential and versatility.
As time passed, French and British furniture makers led the way in the production of chests of drawers, and features like the integration of bronze and ornamental pulls became commonplace. Antique French commodes in the Louis XV style were sometimes crafted in mahogany or walnut, while an Italian marble top added a sophisticated decorative flourish. This specific type of case piece grew in popularity in the years that followed.
So, what makes a chest of drawers different from a common dresser? Dressers are short, and chests of drawers are overall taller pieces of furniture that typically do not have room on the top for a mirror as most dressers do. Tallboys and highboys are variations of the dresser form. Some chests of drawers have one column of four to six long drawers or three long drawers in their bottom section that are topped by a cluster of small side-by-side drawers on the top. To further complicate things, we sometimes refer to particularly short chests of drawers as nightstands.
Even though chests of drawers are commonly thought of as bedroom furniture to store clothing, these are adaptable pieces. A chest of drawers can house important documents — think of your walnut Art Deco commode as an upgrade to your filing cabinet. Nestle your chest near your home’s front door to store coats and other outerwear, while the top can be a place to drop your handbag. Add some flair to your kitchen, where this lovable case piece can hold pots, pans and even cookbooks.
When shopping for the right chest of drawers for your home, there are a few key things to consider: What will you be storing in it? How big a chest will you need?
Speaking of size, don’t dream too big. If your space is on the smaller side, a more streamlined vintage mid-century modern chest of drawers, perhaps one designed by Paul McCobb or T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, may best suit your needs.
At 1stDibs, we make it easy to add style and storage to your home. Browse our collection of antique and vintage commodes and chests of drawers today.
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