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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Palazzi Dell'Arte Cantù Console Table Mid-Century Design 1950's
Located in Taranto, IT
Palazzi Dell'Arte Cantù Console Table Mid-Century Design 1950's. All-wood frame, brass details, glass top. The item is in good conservative condition, there is no structural defect...
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1950s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Large Rococo Oak Chest of Drawers, Denmark circa 1770-1800
Located in Round Top, TX
This antique rococo large oak chest of drawers features a serpentine front, brass hardware pulls and is raised on a scalloped skirt base. The newer, professionally applied and layere...
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Late 18th Century Danish Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair of Vintage Campaigner Chests by Dixie
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of sophisticated 3 drawer "Campaigner" bachelor chests by Dixie. Brass hardware. Good vintage condition with some minor cosmetic imperfections (light scratches/dings).These ches...
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Victorian Bird's Eye Maple Chest of Drawers
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
J011 Victorian bird's eye maple chest of drawers of narrow proportions, having inlaid upstand and inlaid top above three moulded and inlaid drawers fitted with original turned knobs ...
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19th Century Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birdseye Maple

Mid Century Chest of Drawers model 4601, Simon Fussell for Kartell, Italy 70s
Located in Lucija, SI
Nice black chest of drawers designed by Simon Fussell for Kartell Italy This is model 4601 3-5 In very good conditions
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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Plastic, Fiberglass

Northern Italian Inlaid Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The rectangular inlaid top with canted angles and a shallow chip carved frieze. Conforming case fitted with three inlaid drawers raised on bracket feet.
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19th Century Italian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Maple, Rosewood, Walnut

George Coslin Sideboard Longato Hennè 1970 Modernariato Design
Located in Taranto, IT
Eccezionale cassettiera della prestigiosa serie "Hennè", ideata dall'acclamato designer George Coslin e prodotta da Longato negli anni '70 in Italia. Questa straordinaria cassettier...
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1970s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Steel

Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Louis XVI Inlaid Walnut Marble Top Commode
Located in Hopewell, NJ
A fine late 18th Century French inlaid walnut commode, dresser or large chest of drawers, having high Louis XVI neoclassical form, three spacious drawers, separated by a moulding tha...
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Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

19th Century flame mahogany tall chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
19th century flame mahogany tall chest of drawers circa 1870. Fine quality caddy top tall chest of drawers, which is also known as a seminere chest, because of the use of 7 drawers....
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Late 19th Century Swedish Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Handcrafted English Mahogany and Burl Maple Miniature Wellington Chest
Located in Doylestown, PA
Mahogany and burl maple miniature Wellington chest, England, c. 1890-1900. Rare, handcrafted petite chest with beautiful contrasting wood grains featuring six dovetailed drawers wit...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany, Maple, Burl

Gustavian, Swedish Commodes, Blue Paint Distressed, Brass, Sweden, Greek Key
Located in Stamford, CT
Gustavian, Swedish Commodes, Chests or Nightstands, Blue Paint Distressed, Brass, Sweden, 19th/20th Century Stunning pair of three drawer chests, commodes or nightstands having a Sw...
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

19th Century Inlaid Commode
Located in Charlottesville, VA
This is a stunning chest. The inlay is incredible.
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Early 19th Century Italian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Postmodern Italian Chest of Drawers in Red and Place lacquered Beech Wood, 1980s
Located in Berlin, DE
Crafted in the vibrant era of the 1980s, the Postmodern Italian Chest of Drawers in Red and Black Lacquered Beech Wood emerges as a striking fusion of avant-garde design and traditio...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Beech, Lacquer

19th Century George III Mahogany Serpentine Chest
Located in Charlottesville, VA
This is a handsome chest . It has a great color and form.
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19th Century British Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Italian Hand Painted Blue And White Italian Commode / Chest Att. Niermann Weeks
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a hand painted Italian commode with lovely Gustavian styling. It is intentionally and heavily distressed. The drawers are paper lined. I believe it to be a good reproductio...
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Late 20th Century Italian Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

18th Century French Commode
Located in Salisbury, GB
A superb high quality 18th century French rococo bombe shaped commode - in oak with two deep drawers in a faux marble painted finish with a beautiful real shaped marble top - the met...
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Mid-18th Century French Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

Interlübke chest of drawers
Located in Grenoble, FR
Interlüke set from the German brand Interlüke including a chest of drawers with 6 drawers and two low modules forming a length of 360 cm
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Formica, Wood

A George III Satinwood Commode
Located in London, GB
A FINE GEORGE III SATINWOOD SERPENTINE COMMODE, CIRCA 1780. Cross-banded in tulipwood, the drawers edged with a trompe l'oeil zig-zag banding.
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18th Century Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Satinwood

Ico Parisi Console Table Mid-Century Design Modernism 1950's
Located in Taranto, IT
Ico Parisi Console Table Mid-Century Design Modernism 1950's. All-wood frame, glass top, unfortunately the frame has been painted. but it is an excellent restoration project because...
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1950s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Louis XVI Style French Chest
Located in Austin, TX
Chest of drawers from France in the Louis XVI style. This piece has been ebonized and finished with a French polish for a lustrous, museum-quality finish. The hardware and trim is al...
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1910s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Japanese Antique Large Drawer 1860s-1900s / Sideboard Tansu Wabi Sabi
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
Very old large drawer storage made in Japan. The furniture is from the Meiji period (1860s-1900s). Material is cedar. The handles are made of iron. The design is simple and lean. It...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Meiji Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cedar

French Painted Oak Commode
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Really funky early 19th C French painted three drawer oak commode. 1820. Reference: 8393 Dimensions 51.5 inches (131 cms) Wide 21 inches (53 cms) Deep 35 inches (89 cms) High
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19th Century French Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

19th Century French Louis Philippe Burl Walnut Veneer Commode
Located in San Antonio, TX
Immerse yourself in the timeless elegance of the Louis Philippe era with our exquisite 19th Century French Louis Philippe Burl Walnut Veneer Commode...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Early 20th Century Chest on Chest Design Drawers
Located in Newark, GB
An attractive piece of storage furniture, this early 20th century set of drawers is relatively small and narrow and will make a great set of drawers for any space, ideal for smaller ...
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Early 20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut, Wood

Stunning 1960s Mid-Century Modern Walnut Bachelor Chest with Sculpted Details
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the elegance and functional design of our 1960s Mid-Century Modern Bachelor Chest of Drawers. Expertly hand-crafted from premium walnut wood, this exquisite piece has underg...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair, Black Painted Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden circa 1860-90
Located in Round Top, TX
A pair of Gustavian pine chest of drawers with canted fluted side posts with upper carved diamond medallion and Greek key meander along top, all raised on four tapered fluted feet. T...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Pair of Louis XV style chests of drawers in lacquer and bronze. 1950s.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of Louis XV and Asian style “sauteuse” chests of drawers, in lacquer and gilt bronze, with their marble tops, lacquer decorated with landscapes composed of pagodas, trees, bridg...
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1950s French Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Antique Mid 1800s Swedish or Danish Pine Chest of Drawers Dresser
Located in Centennial, CO
This beautiful Swedish or Danish antique chest of drawers was beautifully crafted out of pine in the early or mid-1800s. Note the beautiful and e...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Artisan Brass Dresser
Located in Westwood, NJ
A stunning statement piece that brings a splash of glamour and sophistication to any room. With its sleek, contemporary design and luxurious gold finish, this dresser is not just a s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Rara cassettiera mod. Carimate, Vico Magistretti, anni '60
Located in Rivoli, IT
Rara cassettiera mod. Carimate disegnata da Vico Magistretti negli anni'60 Struttura in legno rosso e dettagli in ottone Ideale l'abbinamento con i comodini della stessa serie
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1960s Italian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

19th Century German Biedermeier Chest of Drawers in Walnut with 3 Drawers, 1820
Located in Berlin, DE
Crafted around 1820, the 19th Century German Biedermeier Chest of Drawers in Walnut with Three Drawers epitomizes the elegance and simplicity of the Biedermeier era. Made from rich w...
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1820s German Biedermeier Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut, Pine

Antique 18th Century Mahogany Chippendale Extra-Large Chest on Chest
Located in Charlotte, NC
An antique 18th Century extra-large chest on chest of drawers in the Chippendale style, unbranded. Mahogany with bevel edge to the top, later add...
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18th Century American Chippendale Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

19th C. French 3-Drawer Wooden Commode w/Faux Marble Top & Brass Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Neoclassical chest, with faux marble top and brass hardware, from the 19th century. This antique chest from France features a rectangular-shaped faux-marble top, which overh...
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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Antique English Edwardian Circa 1900 Painted Pine Dresser Chest of Drawers
Located in Centennial, CO
This Antique English Edwardian stately chest of drawers is made of pine and sits on oversize turned feet, adding a unique addition to your home decor. The dresser overall has the app...
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Late 19th Century British Edwardian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Late 19th Century French Walnut Louis XVI Style Three Drawer Commode
Located in Burton, TX
Found in the South of France, this 19th Century French Louis XVI Style Commode or Chest of Drawers was crafted from old growth Walnut by furniture artisans in the late 1800's. The pi...
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Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Large Blue Painted Oak Chest of Four Drawers, Sweden circa 1820-40
Located in Round Top, TX
Large antique oak chest of four drawers with handsome brass hardware pulls all resting on cabriolet feet. It has been given an exceptional new ...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Neo Classic Inspired Chest
Located in Westwood, NJ
Drawing inspiration from classical aesthetics, this chest exudes sophistication with its classic silhouette and refined proportions. The chest of drawers is constructed with mahoga...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Neo Classic Inspired Chest on Chest
Located in Westwood, NJ
Drawing inspiration from classical aesthetics, this chest provides six drawers with ample storage and exudes sophistication with its classic silhouette and refined proportions. The...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Italian Piemontese 1890s Three-Drawer Walnut Commode with Dark Green Marble Top
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian Neoclassical style Piemontese walnut commode from circa 1890 with three drawers and dark green marble top. This Italian Neoclassical style Piemontese walnut commode, datin...
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Late 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

Small 18th Century German Louis Seize Commode in Walnut with 2 Drawers, 1790
Located in Berlin, DE
Crafted in the opulent style of Louis Seize during the late 18th century, this Small German Commode in Walnut with Two Drawers stands as a refined testament to the elegance of the er...
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1790s German Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Cherry, Poplar, Walnut

19th Century French Wood Black Patinated Chest Of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Discover the allure of history with this elegant 19th-century French wood chest of drawers, adorned with a rich black patina that speaks to its stori...
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19th Century French Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

19th Century English Serpentine Front Chest
Located in Nashville, TN
This is a beautiful mid 19th century English serpentine front chest. The wood Is a flamed mahogany, and it is flamed! In this business we don't see too many serpentine front chest ma...
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1840s English Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Hardwood

Grange French Louis Philippe Cherry Wood Bedside Chests, Pair
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Louis Philippe style five-drawer nightstands or chests of drawers By Grange France, Circa Late 20th Century Solid cherry wood, with original brass hardwa...
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Late 20th Century American Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Classic Bombe Chest
Located in Westwood, NJ
Crafted from premium acacia wood, this chest exudes a soothing whitewashed tone that enhances the intricate natural patterns of the wood grain. The chest offers not just visual splen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese American Classical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Small Elm Wood Louis XVI Chest of Drawers, Denmark circa 1870-90
Located in Round Top, TX
A Danish late 18th century Louis XVI chest of three drawers. Serpentine front topped with carved Greek key motif. The dark, rich patina of the elm wood reflects generations of use. N...
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Late 19th Century Danish Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Elm

English Pine Commode
Located in Pomona, CA
English pine commode. Four drawers with brass pull.
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1960s English Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

19th Century Campaign Chest of Drawers
Located in Nantucket, MA
19th Century Campaign Chest of Drawers, circa 1860, a brass-bound teak chest made in two parts: the top section has a rectangular surface above a full drawer over two side-by-side dr...
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Mid-19th Century Campaign Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

A Shapely French Bombé Commode w/Nice Rococo Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French bombé style painted wood chest of drawers from the mid 20th century. This vintage commode from France has a rectangular top with subtle serpentine front, atop a shapely body...
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Mid-20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Asian chest of drawers, 20th century
Located in Brussels, BE
20th-century Asian decorative chest of drawers crafted from wood, adorned with a stunning red patina that adds warmth and character to any space. Please do not hesitate to contact ...
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20th Century Asian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Early 19th century Gustavian inlaid elm chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
We are pleased to offer this profusely inlaid gustavian period commode circa 1800. Large selection of wood craft techniques using elm, walnut, ebony, satinwood and various fruitwood...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Elm

Italian Neoclassical Period 18th Century Walnut Commode with Four Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Italian Neoclassical walnut commode from the 18th century with four drawers, cross-banding and tapered legs. This Italian walnut commode, dating back to the 18th century, presents...
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18th Century Italian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Early Oak Shop Commode From France, Circa 1900
Located in Nashville, TN
Early Oak Shop Commode From France, Circa 1900. Solid oak construction with original hardware. Great patina.
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Early 1900s European Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Early Oak Chest From France, Circa 1800
Located in Nashville, TN
Early Oak Chest From France, Circa 1800. Solid oak construction with original hardware. Fantastic patina and use.
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Early 1800s Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Pair of Black Lacquered Chests with Inlaid Star Pattern
Located in Dallas, TX
Handsome pair of black lacquered chests with inlaid star pattern. So unique! Creates an upscale designer touch. Lovely!!
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

19th Century French Louis Philippe Burl Walnut Commode
Located in San Antonio, TX
Introducing the exquisite 19th Century French Louis Philippe Burl Walnut Commode, a testament to the timeless elegance of French craftsmanship. Crafted with precision from luxurious ...
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

18th C. French Louis XV Carved and Painted Wood Commode
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XV carved and painted wood commode, with subtle serpentine shaped body, from the 18th century. This antique chest from France has a shapely top with serpentine front a...
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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Classic Mid Century Highboy Dresser with Chrome Drawer Pulls
Located in Asheville, NC
Elevate your bedroom decor with this high-quality highboy dresser featuring sleek chrome drawer pulls. Its dark lacquer top and sides add a touch of sophistication to any space. Dim...
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1970s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Chrome

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...
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Stone

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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