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Brazilian Rosewood Low Chest of Drawers with Brass Handles 1960
Located in New York, NY
Low chest of drawers in beautifully figured Brazilian rosewood with stylized brass pulls and
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Art Deco Walnut geometric low chest of drawers
Located in Barnstaple, GB
An attractive Art Deco walnut geometric low chest of drawers consisting of one full width drawer
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Edward Wormley for Dunbar Furniture Co. Walnut Low Chest of Drawers
By Edward Wormley
Located in New York, NY
American mid-century walnut low chest of drawers with three sets of four drawers, one set wider and
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Walnut

S511 Sesto Senso Low Chest of Drawers
By CPRN HOMOOD
Located in Ponsacco, IT
The Sesto Senso low chest of drawers has 6 drawers, 2 of which in "velvet" lacquering and push-pull
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2010s Italian Modern Bedroom Sets

Materials

Metal

S511 Sesto Senso Low Chest of Drawers
S511 Sesto Senso Low Chest of Drawers
H 31.5 in W 66.93 in D 19.69 in
Low Chest Of Drawers Made In Rosewood By Hundevad Furniture Factory From 1960s
By Hundevad & Co.
Located in Lejre, DK
This chest of drawers is a brilliant example of Danish design from the 1960s, created by Hundevad
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood

Mid Century Walnut Low Chest of Drawers by Charles Pechanec 1950's
By Charles Pechanec
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Gorgeous two-tone Walnut low chest of drawers designed by Charles Pechanec circa 1950's. Charles
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers

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Walnut

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

Chest of Drawers in Limed Oak
By Dunleavy Bespoke
Located in Caragh, IE
"Thaw" from our Esker collection, low chest of drawers in limed oak. The surface is decoratively
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2010s Irish Organic Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Chest of Drawers in Limed Oak
Chest of Drawers in Limed Oak
H 31.5 in W 47.25 in D 19.69 in
Low Midcentury Rosewood Chest of drawers by Brouer Møbelfabrik, 1960s
By Brouer Mobel
Located in Elshout, NL
Rosewood chest of drawers A beautiful low chest of drawers by Brouer made of expressive rosewood
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Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood

Børge Mogensen Karl Andersson and söner Suède chest of drawers
Located in Paris, FR
Low chest of drawers in teak and oak. Designed by the Danish designer Børge Mogensen for the
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

In Style of David Hicks Low Red Lacquer Chest of Drawers with Brass Handles
By Tommi Parzinger, David Hicks
Located in St. Louis, MO
Hollywood Regency low chest of drawers with high polished red lacquer. Having three drawers with
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Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Modern Chest of Drawers Harvey Probber
By Harvey Probber
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Modern Harvey Probber Chest of drawers. Low chest of drawers by Harvey Probber in
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Vintage 1960s North American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of D...

Materials

Mahogany

20th Century Wood Italian Design Chest of Drawers, 1970
Located in Vicoforte, Piedmont
Low chest of drawers of Italian design from the 1960s-1970s. Beautiful dresser carved in walnut
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Late 20th Century Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Italian midcentury cest of drawers by Gianfranco Frattini
By Bernini, Gianfranco Frattini
Located in Piacenza, Italy
Walnut low chest of drawers designed by Gianfranco Frattini manufactured by Bernini. Iconic piece
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Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Walnut

Max Kuehne Style Floral Incised Tall Chest of Drawers with Brass Strapping
By Max Kuehne
Located in Hanover, MA
have listed separately the companion long low chest of drawers and single nightstand or side table
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Brouer Mobelfabrik Rosewood Six Drawer Dresser Cabinet
By Brouer Mobel
Located in Oakland, CA
Danish low chest of drawers by Brouer Mobelfabrik, manufactured in Denmark, 1965. Crafted from
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Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood

William IV Low Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Whaley Bridge, GB
St046 William IV mahogany chest of drawers of low proportions having solid, figured mahogany top
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Antique 19th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

William IV Low Mahogany Chest of Drawers
William IV Low Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 24.803 in W 46.457 in D 16.535 in
19th Century Low Pine Chest of Drawers in Early Blue Paint
Located in Nantucket, MA
19th century low chest of (two) drawers with turned wooden knobs. Constructed from pine in
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Antique Late 19th Century Canadian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine, Paint

Midcentury Walnut Low and Long Chest of Drawers by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
By Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in Belmont, MA
Midcentury walnut low and long chest of drawers by Kipp Stewart for Drexel. Excellent
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Midcentury Walnut Low and Long Chest of Drawers by Kipp Stewart for Drexel
By Kipp Stewart, Drexel
Located in Belmont, MA
Midcentury walnut low and long chest of drawers by Kipp Stewart for Drexel. Excellent
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Midcentury Chest of Drawers or Low Table Ebene De Macassar and Brass Handles
Located in Weiningen, CH
Midcentury chest of drawers or low table ebene de macassar and brass handles. Is allover veneered
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A lovely antique burr walnut chest of drawers. This was made in England, it dates from around the
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Vintage 1930s British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Antique Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Antique Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
H 28.75 in W 22.05 in D 14.97 in
18th Century Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
. This beautiful early 18th century chest of drawers is earlier in date than the vast majority you will
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Antique Early 18th Century European George I Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Chest of Drawers by George Nelson
By Herman Miller, George Nelson
Located in Sagaponack, NY
An elegantly simple rectilinear chest of drawers in bleached ash with gracefully curved steel pulls
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Steel

Chest of Drawers by George Nelson
Chest of Drawers by George Nelson
H 39.5 in W 40 in D 18.5 in
Bow Front Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Folkestone, GB
A superior quality George III period flame figured mahogany chest of four graduated drawers of
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Antique Early 1800s English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Bow Front Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Bow Front Mahogany Chest of Drawers
H 35.24 in W 40.56 in D 23.63 in
Baker Low Campaign Chest
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Chic vintage campaign style chest crafted in walnut with three drawers in a hip low form with brass
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20th Century American Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Baker Low Campaign Chest
Baker Low Campaign Chest
H 22 in W 38 in D 19 in
Antique British Colonial Campaign Chest of Drawers
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Handsome British Colonial chest crafted in mahogany with six drawers in a low profile with brass
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Early 20th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

19th Century Swedish Late Gustavian Chest of Drawers
Located in Huntington, NY
A low provincial Late Gustavian chest of drawers with later iron hardware and original locks
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Antique Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Iron

Baroque Chest of Drawers, Central Germany, 18th Century
Located in Greding, DE
Baroque chest of drawers with three drawers and slightly bulged front on low baluster legs
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Antique 18th Century German Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

1950s Vintage Dorothy Draper "Espana" Chest of Drawers Dresser
By Dorothy Draper, Heritage-Henredon
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Beautiful vintage “España” chest of drawers by Dorothy Draper for Heritage Henredon. This beautiful
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass, Gold Leaf

1960s Rare Hundevad Low Chest Drawers Dresser Cabinet Vintage Danish Mid-Century
By Hundevad & Co., Carlo Jensen
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Uncommon low chest of drawers, with minimalist inset drawer pulls, and wonderful figured teak grain
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Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers

Materials

Teak

French chest of drawers Louis Philippe mid 19th ronce of walnut
Located in SAINT-CLÉMENT-DE-LA-PLACE, FR
French Louis Philippe chest of drawers late 19th century. The wood is walnut bramble. Walnut
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Antique 1890s French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Faux Ivory Low Chest by Dunbar
By Dunbar Furniture, Edward Wormley
Located in Kilmarnock, VA
Wonderful custom Dunbar chest designed by Edward Wormley redone in a faux ivoy finish. Great scale
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Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Faux Ivory Low Chest by Dunbar
Faux Ivory Low Chest by Dunbar
H 21 in W 33 in D 18.5 in
Low Midcentury Walnut 3-Drawer Chest Dresser
Located in Kensington, MD
offer this walnut compact & low MCM chest of drawers. Graduated drawers with a central knob on each
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

French Oak Low Dresser Drawers by Charles Dudouyt
Located in London, GB
A low two drawer chest of drawers or low dresser in modernist style. France, circa 1940s. Oak
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Mid-20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Davis Cabinet Co Cerused Oak Chinoiserie Chest Dresser Nightstand Console Stand
By Davis Cabinet Company
Located in Dayton, OH
"Vintage Davis Cabinet Company low chest of drawers / dresser / nightstand / TV console. Made of
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Late 20th Century Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

Henredon Hollywood Regency Campaign Blue Lacquered Chest of Drawers, Refinished
By Henredon
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern Hollywood Regency Campaign style low dresser or chest of drawers
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Low Chest in Walnut by Edward Wormley
By Edward Wormley
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A beautiful low chest by Edward Wormley for Dunbar ca' 1960's. Walnut with excellent graining
Category

Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Rosewood, Walnut

Low Chest in Walnut by Edward Wormley
Low Chest in Walnut by Edward Wormley
H 22.25 in W 40 in D 18 in
Set of four decorative Maison Regain pine chest of drawers and bench
By Maison Regain
Located in Valby, 84
Set of three separate chests of drawers and a pine bench all by Maison Regain, meticulously
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Antique Dutch Baroque Mahogany Burled Walnut Bombe Chest Of Drawers
Located in Forney, TX
A stunning antique Dutch mahogany and burled walnut bombe chest of drawers petite commode low boy
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Early 20th Century Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany, Walnut, Burl

French chest of drawers Louis Philippe whitened End 19th cherry
Located in SAINT-CLÉMENT-DE-LA-PLACE, FR
drawers. Its top is a gray marble Saint Anne. The drawers are mounted in dovetail ensuring perfect
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Antique 1890s French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Fruitwood

Pair of Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Black Lacquer Low Chests by Kittinger
By Kittinger
Located in New York, NY
This bold and thoughtfully composed Pair of Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Low Chests in Black
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Lacquer

French chest of drawers Louis Philippe Ronce De Noyer Late 19th
Located in SAINT-CLÉMENT-DE-LA-PLACE, FR
French chest of drawers Louis Philippe late 19th century. The wood is of the bramble of walnut
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Antique 1890s French Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Nutwood

DeCastelli Marea 113 Chest of Drawers in Brass by Zanellato/Bortotto
By DeCastelli, Zanellato Bortotto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
and work of art, each piece in the collection, composed of a chest of drawers, low credenza and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

18th Century Swedish Rococo Chest of Drawers, Louis XV, circa 1760
Located in Greven, DE
Heavily built rococo chest of drawers Sweden Elm, maple, walnut around 1760 Dimensions: H x
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Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Elm

American Furniture Company Gothic Revival Oak Tallboy Dresser Chest of Drawers
Located in Dayton, OH
. Specializing in high grade bedroom suites & furniture. Made from American Oak with low relief floral carvings
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Vintage 1930s Gothic Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak

21st Century Fragonard Chest of Drawers in Wood and Cloudy Onyx Top
By Jumbo Collection
Located in Cantù, Lombardia
spirit and craftsmanship heritage. The chest of drawers is characterized by a beechwood structure with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Gold Leaf

1700s Antique English Georgian Period, Oak, Cornice, 8 Drawers, Chest-on-chest!
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous antique chest-on-chest, english georgian period, oak, cornice, 8 drawers, 1700s, 18th
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Antique 18th Century British Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

French Neoclassical Style Mahogany Brass Mounted Low Chest / Commode
Located in Germantown, MD
An exquisite two drawer French Neoclassical Style Mahogany Brass Mounted Low Chest or Commode in
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20th Century Unknown Neoclassical Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Sarreid Mirror Polished Stainless & Brass Two-Drawer Low Chest
By Sarreid Ltd.
Located in Hanover, MA
Vintage 1960s mirror polished stainless steel clad Campaign chest of two drawers with solid brass
Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Custom Refinished Vintage Faux Bamboo Two-Drawer Low Chest
By Thomasville
Located in Harlingen, TX
This vintage Thomasville Palm Beach Regency faux bamboo chest of drawers has been custom refinished
Category

Vintage 1970s American Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Karges Louis XV Bombe Serpentine Bowfront Chest of Drawers in Walnut, Late 20thC
By Karges Furniture
Located in Miami, FL
piece, ca. 1755. This chest employs low-relief scroll and leaf carvings on drawers with a center
Category

Late 20th Century American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Mid-Century Danish Modern High Teak Highboy Chest of Drawers with Brass Handles
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This high chest of drawers was made in Denmark during the 1960s. This type of chest of drawers is
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

French Art Deco Burl Walnut Chest of 4 Drawers with Polished Nickel Hardware
Located in New York City, NY
pleasing, the chest of drawers is supported on a low moustache base. The distinctive nickeled mounts
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Nickel

Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Black Lacquer Low Chest by Kittinger
By Kittinger
Located in New York, NY
This bold and thoughtfully composed Mid-Century Modernist "Mandarin" Low Chest in Black Lacquer
Category

Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Lacquer

Founders / Dillingham American Mid-Century 12-Drawer Teak Low Chest
By Founders Furniture Company
Located in New York, NY
American Mid-Century teak 12-drawer low chest with three sections of four drawers each with
Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood, Teak

Bamboo Cane and Brass Commode Chest of Drawers by Vivai del Sud, Italy, 1975
By Vivai del Sud
Located in Vienna, AT
Bamboo Cane and Brass Commode Chest of Drawers by Vivai del Sud, Italy, 1975 - Dimensions are 51" x
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Sublime Patina circa 1880 Pitch Pine Chest of Drawers Must See Timber Grain!!!!!
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer this absolutely stunning Victorian Pitch Pine low two over two chest of
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Antique 1880s English High Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Early 18th Century Italian Walnut Low Two Drawer Chest / Bench
Located in San Francisco, CA
A walnut, burl walnut and pine two drawer chest with inlay detail. This was originally a taller
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Antique Early 18th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

English Campaign 19th Century Camphor Wood Low Chest with Inset Brass Hardware
Located in Atlanta, GA
An English camphor wood Campaign low chest from the 19th century, with three drawers and inset
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Antique 19th Century English Campaign Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

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Low Chest Of Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of low chest of drawers for sale on 1stDibs. The range of distinct low chest of drawers — often made from wood, metal and brass — can elevate any home. Find 121 antique and vintage low chest of drawers at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 10 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. Low chest of drawers have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many kinds of low chest of drawers to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Mid-Century Modern, Scandinavian Modern and Modern low chest of drawers are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made low chest of drawers over the years, but those made by Chantal Andriot, Tolix and Dunbar are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much are Low Chest Of Drawers?

Low chest of drawers can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,878, while the lowest priced sells for $490 and the highest can go for as much as $38,500.

Finding the Right Case Pieces and Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the antique and vintage case pieces and storage cabinets that have become popular in modern interiors over the years, dressers, credenzas and cabinets have long been home staples, perfect for routine storage or protection of personal items. 

In the mid-19th century, cabinetmakers would mimic styles originating in the Louis XIV, Louis XV and Louis XVI eras for their dressers, bookshelves and other structures, and, later, simpler, streamlined wood designs allowed these “case pieces” or “case goods” — any furnishing that is unupholstered and has some semblance of a storage component — to blend into the background of any interior. 

Mid-century modern furniture enthusiasts will cite the tall modular wall units crafted in teak and other sought-after woods of the era by the likes of George Nelson, Poul Cadovius and Finn Juhl. For these highly customizable furnishings, designers of the day delivered an alternative to big, heavy bookcases by considering the use of space — and, in particular, walls — in new and innovative ways. Mid-century modern credenzas, which, long and low, evolved from tables that were built as early as the 14th century in Italy, typically have no legs or very short legs and have grown in popularity as an alluring storage option over time. 

Although the name immediately invokes images of clothing, dressers were initially created in Europe for a much different purpose. This furnishing was initially 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. The drawers served as perfect utensil storage. It wasn’t until the design made its way to North America that it became enlarged and equipped with enough space to hold clothing and cosmetics. The very history of storage case pieces is a testament to their versatility and well-earned place in any room. 

In the spirit of positioning your case goods center stage, decluttering can now be design-minded.

A contemporary case piece with open shelving and painted wood details can prove functional as a storage unit as easily as it can a room divider. Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard made of colored glass and metals, an antique Italian hand-carved storage cabinet or a glass-door vitrine to store and show off your collectibles, there are options for you on 1stDibs.

Questions About Low Chest Of Drawers
  • 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 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 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 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 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 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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