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Matching Midnight Black Chest of Drawers
Located in Hollywood, FL
This is a matching midnight black chest of drawers. They have been restored and repainted with milk
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Country Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Brutalist Mosaic Black Chest of Drawers
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Great Brutalist Mosaic chest in painted oak. Very similar to the stattaco line of furniture by Lane
Category

20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Brutalist Mosaic Black Chest of Drawers
Brutalist Mosaic Black Chest of Drawers
H 27.25 in W 71.63 in D 22.25 in
Neo Classic Black Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
The four-drawer chest is beautifully lacquered and ebonized with a high sheen. The rectangular top
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Neoclassical Commodes and Chest...

Materials

Brass

Neo Classic Black Chest of Drawers
Neo Classic Black Chest of Drawers
H 35.25 in W 42 in D 17.5 in
Black Chest of Drawers and Night Stands by Matteo Thun, Italy 1980s
By Matteo Thun
Located in New York, NY
Black chest of drawers featuring four drawers resting on a square base. Its front is adorned with
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Vintage 1980s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Japanese Antique Black Chests of Drawers, 1800s-1860s / with Sliding Door
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
reaches the furniture, it turns black like this. The drawers move smoothly and are in good condition
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Antique Late 19th Century Japanese Edo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Cedar

Vico Magistretti Black CS49 Samarcanda Black Chest of Drawers by Poggi 1970s
By Poggi, Vico Magistretti
Located in Montecatini Terme, IT
Chest of drawers model CS49 with four frontal drawers and four doors revealing inner shelves with
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Vintage 1970s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Faux Leather, Wood

Large Black Chest of Drawers with Griffins in Gold, Sweden, circa 1840-60
Located in Round Top, TX
black finish, lightly distressed to fit the age of this handsome chest of three large drawers. Any
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Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine, Paint

Bob Black Chest of Drawers
By Garbarino Collections
Located in Milan, IT
The essential lines and sleek silhouette of this elegant chest of drawers blend the warm brown hues
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2010s Italian Modern Wardrobes and Armoires

Materials

Walnut

Bob Black Chest of Drawers
Bob Black Chest of Drawers
H 48.82 in W 35.44 in D 17.72 in
Black Japanned Chest of Drawers
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
English Japanned chest of drawers with three small drawers over three long drawers. The legs are
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Early 20th Century English Anglo-Japanese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

Black Japanned Chest of Drawers
Black Japanned Chest of Drawers
H 35 in W 46 in D 20 in
David Lange 70s Black Sideboard Commode, Lacquered, Signed
By David Lange
Located in Valladolid, ES
Stunning mid-century black chest of drawers or cabinet from the David Lange house. Since 1969 this
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Lacquer

David Lange 70s Black Sideboard Commode, Lacquered, Signed
David Lange 70s Black Sideboard Commode, Lacquered, Signed
No Reserve
H 29.14 in W 51.19 in D 19.69 in
Mirrored Chest of Drawers Stained Black
Located in Wien, AT
A mirrored chest of drawers stained black nutwood. Brass parts polished and stove enameled.  
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Vintage 1910s Austrian Jugendstil Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Nutwood

Mirrored Chest of Drawers Stained Black
Mirrored Chest of Drawers Stained Black
H 47.25 in W 29.14 in D 15.75 in
Clark Black Ash Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers Clark black ash with structure in ash wood in blackened matte finish. With
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Stainless Steel

Clark Black Ash Chest of Drawers
Clark Black Ash Chest of Drawers
H 31.5 in W 55.12 in D 17.72 in
Clark Black Ash High Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers Clark black ash high with structure in ash wood in blackened matte finish. With
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Stainless Steel

Clark Black Ash High Chest of Drawers
Clark Black Ash High Chest of Drawers
H 39.38 in W 27.56 in D 17.72 in
Louis XV Style Black Lacquer Chest of Drawers
By La Maison London
Located in London, Park Royal
Pair of Louis XV style chest of drawers,Night stands made by La Maison London Black lacquered with
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2010s British Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Louis XV Style Black Lacquer Chest of Drawers
Louis XV Style Black Lacquer Chest of Drawers
H 29.53 in W 30.71 in D 14.97 in
Scandinavian Chest of Drawers with Black Details
Located in Brescia, IT
the black-painted wood give uniqueness and character to this chest of drawers with typical shapes mid
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Metal

Scandinavian Chest of Drawers with Black Details
Scandinavian Chest of Drawers with Black Details
H 29.14 in W 34.65 in D 16.54 in
Ove Feuk Black Scandinavian Modern Chest of Drawers
By Nordiska Kompaniet
Located in Kramfors, SE
Black Scandinavian Modern chest of drawers by Ove Feuk for Nordiska Kompaniet. The chest is of the
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Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Walnut and Black Steel Chest of Drawers
By Alex de Rouvray
Located in PARIS, FR
Drawers veneered with real wood and assembled by hand, frame in CRS steel, hand welded and polished
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2010s Romanian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Steel

Walnut and Black Steel Chest of Drawers
Walnut and Black Steel Chest of Drawers
H 51.19 in W 51.19 in D 7.88 in
Black Oak Chest of Drawers with Metal Details
By Larissa Batista
Located in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul
Excellent in size and style, the Ezera drawer is a perfect fit for any living room, narrow corridors and even entry halls. Made of wood, metal, and esigned in Brazil by Larissa Batis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Metal

Black Oak Chest of Drawers with Metal Details
Black Oak Chest of Drawers with Metal Details
H 68.9 in W 33.47 in D 17.72 in
Mid Century Modern Low Commode Chest of Drawers by American of Martinsville
By American of Martinsville
Located in San Jose, CA
Vintage low chest of drawers manufactured by American of Martinsville, circa 1960's. This unique
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Aroa Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers Aroa with solid wood structure, in black ash finish. With 5 drawers on easy glide
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Stainless Steel

Aroa Chest of Drawers
Aroa Chest of Drawers
H 38.98 in W 31.5 in D 19.69 in
Trainer Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of Drawers Trainer with wooden structure. With sides, back and 6 drawers covered with
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Trainer Chest of Drawers
Trainer Chest of Drawers
H 32.68 in W 64.97 in D 21.66 in
Pietro Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of drawers Pietro with frame structure in metal in burnished and antiqued brass finish
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal, Brass

Pietro Chest of Drawers
Pietro Chest of Drawers
H 38.98 in W 70.87 in D 21.66 in
Antique French Country Chest of Drawers Nightstand Painted Black
Located in Round Top, TX
This delightful antique chest of drawers has been given new life with a recent black painted finish
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Paint, Wood

Elegant Neoclassical Black Lacquer Chest of Drawers, France, 1940
By Maison Jansen
Located in Brussels, BE
Black lacquered neoclassical chest of drawers with brass pull rings handles and four bronze stars
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Vintage 1940s French Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass, Bronze

Vintage Chest of Drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Peculiar cabinet of Scandinavian origin with two drawers. Features black leatherette upholstery
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Faux Leather, Teak

Vintage Chest of Drawers
Vintage Chest of Drawers
H 22.05 in W 25.6 in D 11.82 in
Midcentury Super Design Black Shellac Chest of Drawers, 1970
Located in Rome, IT
design, like small cuttlefish bones. The chest of drawers is raised from the ground by four classic legs
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Modern Indigo Chest of Drawers
By Carrocel
Located in North York, ON
Modern indigo chest of drawers. Featuring navy indigo lacquered linen finish. With elegant acrylic
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2010s American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Modern Indigo Chest of Drawers
Modern Indigo Chest of Drawers
H 31 in W 32 in D 19.5 in
Teak Chest of Drawers with Black Painted Details
Located in Brescia, IT
Original Scandinavian cabinet with three drawers and brass finials. The special feature of this
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

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Teak

Teak Chest of Drawers with Black Painted Details
Teak Chest of Drawers with Black Painted Details
H 27.56 in W 32.29 in D 15.75 in
Contemporary Chest of Drawers in Metal and Black Oak
By Larissa Batista
Located in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul
Excellent in size and style, the Ezera drawer is a perfect fit for any living room, narrow corridor and entry hall. Fabricated out of wood, metal, and designed by Larissa Batista, th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Metal

Black Oak Ezara Chest of Drawers by Larissa Batista
By Larissa Batista
Located in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul
Excellent in size and style, the Ezera drawer is a perfect fit for any living room, narrow corridor and entry hall. Fabricated out of wood, metal, and designed by Larissa Batista, th...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Metal

Satinwood Deco Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Reproduction of an Art Deco Chest. Bookmatched Satinwood Veneers with Mahogany Center Oval
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

Satinwood Deco Chest of Drawers
Satinwood Deco Chest of Drawers
H 40 in W 48 in D 21 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 4 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
cabinet and drawers are made of solid ash, oak or walnut, either oiled or covered with a water-resistant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Walnut

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 4 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 4 drawers
H 28.35 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 10 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
cabinet and drawers are made of solid ash, oak or walnut, either oiled or covered with a water-resistant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Walnut

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 10 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 10 drawers
H 35.44 in W 55.12 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 10 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
cabinet and drawers are made of solid ash, oak or walnut, either oiled or covered with a water-resistant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Oak

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 10 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 10 drawers
H 35.44 in W 55.12 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 8 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
cabinet and drawers are made of solid ash, oak or walnut, either oiled or covered with a water-resistant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Walnut

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 8 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 8 drawers
H 28.35 in W 55.12 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 8 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
cabinet and drawers are made of solid ash, oak or walnut, either oiled or covered with a water-resistant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Oak

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 8 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 8 drawers
H 28.35 in W 55.12 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
cabinet and drawers are made of solid ash, oak or walnut, either oiled or covered with a water-resistant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Walnut

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
H 48.43 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
cabinet and drawers are made of solid ash, oak or walnut, either oiled or covered with a water-resistant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Walnut

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
H 35.44 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
cabinet and drawers are made of solid ash, oak or walnut, either oiled or covered with a water-resistant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Oak

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
H 48.43 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
cabinet and drawers are made of solid ash, oak or walnut, either oiled or covered with a water-resistant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Oak

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 5 drawers
H 35.44 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 4 drawers
Located in Courbevoie, FR
cabinet and drawers are made of solid ash, oak or walnut, either oiled or covered with a water-resistant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Ch...

Materials

Oak

Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 4 drawers
Chest of drawers model Cosmopol. 4 drawers
H 28.35 in W 27.56 in D 15.75 in
French Antique Chest of Drawers
Located in Austin, TX
Chest of drawers, French, made of Cuban flamed mahogany. This piece has four dovetailed drawers
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Antique 1880s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble

French Antique Chest of Drawers
French Antique Chest of Drawers
H 38.5 in W 48.25 in D 21 in
Georgian Miniature Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This early 19th century Georgian Miniature Chest of Drawers would have been constructed by the
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Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Georgian Miniature Chest of Drawers
Georgian Miniature Chest of Drawers
H 14.5 in W 13.75 in D 8 in
Walnut Case Chest of Drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Chest of Drawers Walnut Case with black matte lacquered aluminium base and with solid walnut
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Aluminum

Walnut Case Chest of Drawers
Walnut Case Chest of Drawers
H 31.5 in W 51.19 in D 19.69 in
1970s Mastercraft Black Lacquer & Brass Chest of Drawers or Dresser
By Mastercraft
Located in St. Louis, MO
Hollywood Regency 1970s Mastercraft black lacquered chest, dresser or large nightstand with brass
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

George Nakashima black american walnut chest of drawers 1955
By George Nakashima
Located in Paris, IDF
piece, bestowing it with a lasting and timeless design. The chest of drawers has been fully restored
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

1960s, Teak Chest of Drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Vintage Scandinavian cabinet with drawers. This chest of drawers is characterized by the square
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Teak

1960s, Teak Chest of Drawers
1960s, Teak Chest of Drawers
H 27.56 in W 32.29 in D 3.94 in
Scandinavian Teak Chest of Drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
metal handles and wooden legs painted black. This chest of drawers can be used in any room of the house
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Dr...

Materials

Teak

Scandinavian Teak Chest of Drawers
Scandinavian Teak Chest of Drawers
H 27.56 in W 29.53 in D 14.97 in
Modern Cerused Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
metallics. While this single chest offers several spacious drawers beautifully finished in Cerused Oak, the
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Ches...

Materials

Metal

Modern Cerused Chest of Drawers
Modern Cerused Chest of Drawers
H 36 in W 46 in D 18 in
Modern Leather Chest of Drawers, Dark
Located in Westwood, NJ
Modern Leather Chest of drawers with a shagreen embossed leather wrapped case in our dark tempest
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21st Century and Contemporary Vietnamese Modern Commodes and Chests of D...

Materials

Leather

Modern Leather Chest of Drawers, Dark
Modern Leather Chest of Drawers, Dark
H 42.25 in W 50 in D 20 in
American Black Gum Graduated Chest of Drawers. Circa 1780
Located in Hollywood, SC
American black gum graduated four drawer chest with one board top, original brasses, and
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Antique 18th Century and Earlier American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Empire Chest of Drawers Cherry Wood with Black Colones and Black Marble Top
Located in Weiningen, CH
EMPIRE chest of drawers cherry wood with black colones and black marble top
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Antique 1820s French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Belgian Black Marble

Pair of Mid-Century Black Lacquer and Lucite Small Chests of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
Pair of mid-century chest of drawers with a black lacquer finish, raised decorative lucite drawer
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Lucite, Wood, Glass

Midcentury Black and Brass Keys Commodes and Chest of Drawers, 1970
Located in Rome, IT
. Beautiful workmanship, and perfect interior finishes. The chest of drawers is composed of an upper body
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Modern Black and Copper Chest of Drawers in high gloss finish
By Renats Kotlevs
Located in Riga, LV
name. Alongside the matching sideboard, chest of 3 drawers and a console, the Polaris dazzles and
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Commodes and Chests of Dra...

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Copper

Shagreen Chest of Drawers '2 Drawers' with Black Stone Marquetry by Ginger Brown
By Ginger Brown
Located in Bourguebus, FR
This beautiful organic chest of drawers is made of shagreen (our ref ANTIC). It has 2 drawers, and
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21st Century and Contemporary French Organic Modern Commodes and Chests ...

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Stone

Early 20th Century French Wood Black Patinated Chest Of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
This early 20th Century French wood chest of drawers exudes a rich sense of history with its black
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Early 20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Chest of drawers in Black stone marquetry by Ginger Brown
By Ginger Brown
Located in Bourguebus, FR
This chest of drawers is made of black stone marquetry with shagreen details on the top and the
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Dra...

Materials

Stone

English Period Oak Chest of Drawers
Located in Port Chester, NY
In the Jacobean style, this very early oak piece dates from the mid-1700s, and presents considerable style and character. Diagonal patterns on the faces of the front drawer are typic...
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Antique Mid-18th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

English Period Oak Chest of Drawers
English Period Oak Chest of Drawers
H 37.5 in W 39 in D 22 in
Two Campaign Style Black Lacquered and Brass Tall Chest of Drawers
Located in Dallas, TX
Two matching professionally lacquered in black Campaign tower chests. Expertly crafted and well
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Mid-20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

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Black Chest Of Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of black chest of drawers for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and brass, all black chest of drawers available were constructed with great care. We have 1413 antique and vintage black chest of drawers in-stock, while there are 106 modern editions to choose from as well. Black chest of drawers have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. Black chest of drawers are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Art Deco styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Black chest of drawers have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Maison Jansen, Edward Wormley and Dunbar are consistently popular.

How Much are Black Chest Of Drawers?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $4,986, while they’re typically $145 on the low end and $261,893 highest priced.

Finding the Right commodes-chests-of-drawers for You

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.

Questions About Black Chest Of Drawers
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A chest of drawers is also sometimes known as a dresser or a bureau. It is a cabinet with several parallel horizontal drawers stacked on top of one another. A chest of drawers is frequently used to store clothing and a variety of personal items. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A bachelor’s chest of drawers is a relatively short and shallow chest, usually with three or four drawers. The name refers to their historical use as multi-purpose, space-saving fixtures that are perfect for a bachelor sharing a friend’s flat. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern bachelor’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A man’s chest of drawers is also known as a gentleman’s chest. It is characterized by its tall cabinet section that hangs clothes like suits and pants, and also features a column of drawers. Shop a collection of gentleman’s chests from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The first chest of drawers was invented by Chinese physician Hua Tuo during the 3rd century. In the west, chests of drawers began to appear during the 17th century and rose in popularity from there. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique chests of drawers from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 1, 2024
    Yes, there is a difference between a dresser and a chest of drawers. 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.

    Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This type of case piece was originally a flat-surfaced, low-profile side table equipped with a few drawers — a common fixture used to dress and prepare meats in English kitchens throughout the Tudor period. 

    Find antique and vintage dressers for sale on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A low chest of drawers is called a lowboy. A lowboy sits at waist height and was a prominent piece of bedroom furniture in the 18th century. These low chests of drawers were a clothing storage solution before tallboys and highboys came into fashion. On 1stDibs, there is a variety of antique and vintage low chests of drawers available for sale.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Dressers are designed to offer a place for you to dress, with the top functioning as a table on which to place your clothing. It will offer space for a mirror, whereas chests of drawers are typically exactly that — they provide ample storage while taking up little floor space. A dresser is usually wide and short, while a chest of drawers is narrow and tall. Both types of furniture are commonly used to store clothing and other items in drawers. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary dressers and chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    A chest of drawers with a mirror attached is called a bureau. This type of case piece is usually waist-high with a mirror that rests on the top of the structure. They are mainly used in bedrooms. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary chests of drawers from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A tall chest of drawers is known as a standard chest of drawers and also as a vertical chest. These are tall and narrow storage pieces. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage tall chests of drawers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    Yes, a chest of drawers can be used as a bedside table, provided that you have enough space beside your bed to accommodate it. If you want to be able to easily reach items on the top of the chest, choose a piece that is about 2 to 4 inches taller than your mattress. Shop a variety of bedroom furniture on 1stDibs.

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