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Commodes and Chests of Drawers For Sale
Storage unit in rattan, Audoux Minet style, 1950
Located in JASSANS-RIOTTIER, FR
Storage made in France in the fifties In the manner of one model from designers Adrien Audoux and Frida Minet and ceramist Roger Capron Structure in black lacquered metal, base cover...
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Mid-20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Georgian Mahogany Chest on Chest
Located in Woodbury, CT
George III mahogany chest on chest. Top chest features two over three graduated drawers, fluted chamfer corners and Greek key cornice. Bottom chest has three graduated drawers stan...
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18th Century English George III Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Louis XVI Style Console Chest
Located in Austin, TX
Chest or console case piece from France in the Louis XVI style. This piece has been ebonized and finished with a lustrous French polish finish. There are two dovetailed drawers runni...
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1910s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

Antique Mahogany Chest of Drawers, Two Over Three Construction
Located in Port Chester, NY
A large chest of drawers in rich mahogany, with very deep drawers and stylish glossy knobs. The plinth at the bottom opens with the bottom drawer, a fun detail. The brass keyholes ...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Late 18th Century Baroque Commode with Burl Walnut
Located in Stahnsdorf, DE
Late 18th Century Baroque Commode, 1780-1790, Germany Walnut Beautiful baroque walnut chest of drawers with three drawers, made in Franconia at the end of the 18th century. The ches...
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1780s German Baroque Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

All curved rattan chest of drawers
Located in Isle Sur Sorgue, FR
Amazing all curved 4 drawers rattan chest of drawers. This unique design is the result of a long and high quality hand made craftsmen work. Excellent condition. Rare!
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21st Century and Contemporary Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rattan

Chest of drawers, Northern Europe, around 1900. After renovation.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique chest of drawers from the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries, Northern Europe. The furniture is in very good condition, after professional renovation. Dimensions: height 9...
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Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Marble Top Chest of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form commode or dresser chest By Ralph Widdicomb for John Widdicomb Co. USA, Circa 1940s Solid carved cherry wood, with beveled ...
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1940s American French Provincial Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

Pair of Gustavian Style Blue Painted Chest of Drawers Commodes
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Swedish Gustavian Style Blue Painted Chest of Drawers Commodes, A Pair Classic Pair Swedish Style Painted Chest of Drawers. Two drawer c...
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Early 2000s European Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass, Bronze

Small Biedermeier Chest Of Drawers, Walnut, Germany, circa 1825
Located in Greven, DE
Small Biedermeier chest of drawers with exquisitely beautiful grain South-West Germany (Baden) Walnut Biedermeier around 1825 Dimensions: H x W x D: 76 x 93 x 47 cm Description: Classic and austere Biedermeier chest of drawers with a fantastic grain pattern. Strictly cubist furniture...
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1820s German Biedermeier Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Tall Vintage Trunk Stand, English, Hand-Painted Pine, Suitcase Chest of Drawers
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a tall vintage trunk stand. An English, hand-painted pine suitcase chest of drawers, dating to the late 20th century, circa 1980. Full of cha...
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Late 20th Century British Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Large French Oak Haberdashery Drawers / Cabinet / Console
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1940 Large French Oak Haberdashery Drawers / Cabinet / Console Price is each x 5 available sku 1382A W221 x D32 x H85 cm Weight 76 Kg
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20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Coastal Style Split Reed Dresser in the Betty Cobonpue's manner. Circa 1980s
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Coastal Style Split Reed Rattan Dresser in the Betty Cobonpue's manner. Circa 1980s Features a chic rattan and split pencil reed design with rounded corners in a beautiful so...
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1980s Philippine Bohemian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Rattan, Reed

French 19th Century Petite Empire Commode
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A petite French Empire commode made of mahogany, is topped with its original black fossil marble. Three easy-to-use drawers with brass lion head pulls are...
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19th Century French Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

Pair, Long Gray Painted Pine Chests of Two Drawers, Sweden circa 1800-40
Located in Round Top, TX
Pair, long pine chest of two drawers with newer, professionally applied light dove gray painted and distressed finish which fits the age and grace of the pair. The unique size of 4.5...
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Early 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass, Wrought Iron

American of Martinsville Brutalist Spanish Night Stand End Tables, Set of 2
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On offer on this occasion is one of the most stunning, nightstands or end tables you could hope to find. Outstanding design is exhibited throughout. The beautiful set is statement p...
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1970s American Spanish Colonial Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Large Viennese Art Nouveau Chest Of Drawers - Circa 1900 - Lacquered Wood
Located in Brussels, BE
Large Viennese Art Nouveau Chest Of Drawers - Circa 1900 - Lacquered Wood
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Early 1900s Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Late 19th Century Serpentine Front Chest
Located in Charlottesville, VA
A nice form for this French commode
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Late 19th Century French Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Scandinavian blue and white chest of drawers
Located in Brescia, IT
Retro cabinet with three drawers and gold metal handles. With its vibrant shades of blue and white, this chest of drawers brings a breath of freshness and originality. Its compact s...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

A Swedish Black Lacquer Commode
Located in New York, NY
Fitted with three drawers on four tapered brass feet. Each drawer features a brass-outlined escutcheon and ring pulls. Bearing Nordiska Kompaniet label.
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1950s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Vintage 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 1930’s. It is of superb quality and is a useful size, low, compact yet offering lot...
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1930s British Georgian Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Painted French Louis XVI Style Bow Front Commode
Located in Houston, US
This is a beautiful French Provincial Louis XVI style painted bow front commode. The piece is hand crafted from the second half of the 18th century, France. Decorative painting app...
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Mid-18th Century French Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

19th Century Swedish Gustavian Style Painted Three-Drawer Chests, a Pair
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Swedish Gustavian style chests from the 19th century with off white / beige painted finish, three drawers, carved rosettes and tapered feet. Immerse yourself in the effortl...
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19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Italian Louis XVI style painted chest
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Delightful painted Italian chest in the Louis XVI Style. very early 19th c. Highly decorative. Cream painted drawers with blue and gold border detailing. Pale blue frame with go...
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Early 19th Century Italian Louis XVI Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Hardwood, Paint

Cassettiera retrò con maniglie in metallo
Located in Brescia, IT
Mobile vintage con 5 cassetti dall’impugnatura dorata. L'essenza del minimalismo scandinavo è catturata in questa cassettiera in teak, un gioiello degli anni '50 e '60 dalle linee sq...
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1950s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Teak

Nordic chest of drawers with wooden handles
Located in Brescia, IT
Scandinavian cabinet with 4 drawers and brass ferrule. This teak-framed one embodies the functionality and elegant design typical of the mid-century period. The 'wooden handle of th...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Antique George IV Mahogany Wellington Chest C1830 19th Century
Located in London, GB
A fine antique well proportioned flame mahogany George IV Wellington chest, in the manner of Gillows, Circa 1830 in date. With fabulous original colour, original handles, ash and ce...
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1830s George IV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

French Bombe Commode Antique Chest of Drawers 1880 Marquetry Inlay
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Refined French Empire commode - or chest of drawers - of bombe form Two large drawers which feature intricate marquetry inlay to the front Ormolu mounts are original and well cast Ma...
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1880s Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Kingwood

Antique French Louis XV Style Marble Top Chest
Located in London, GB
A beautiful antique French marble top chest. This was made in France and dates from around the 1950’s. It is of great quality and is a lovely size, perfect for use as a bedside ches...
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1950s French Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Chiffonier chest of drawers, circa 1870, France.
Located in Chorzów, PL
French chest of drawers - chiffonier decorated with inlay from the end of the 19th century. Large, functional drawers with metal handles. Beige marble countertop. Dimensions: height...
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1870s French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Antique Campaign Chest Camphor Luggage Box Case 1880
Located in Potters Bar, GB
Very cool antique campaign chest in camphor Features the campaign trademark motif of brass protectors on the corners Would make for a great coffee table Lovely patina to the wood and...
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1880s Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Column Bar by Black Table Studio, Maple, Represented by Tuleste Factory
Located in New York, NY
BlackTable Studio's signature Column chest is the studio's proudest creation. This piece truly represents the heart of the studio: architectural concepts compacted into single pieces...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Maple

Column Bar by Black Table Studio, Rift, Represented by Tuleste Factory
Located in New York, NY
BlackTable Studio's signature column chest is the studio's proudest creation. This piece truly represents the heart of the studio: architectural concepts compacted into single pieces...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Oak

German carpenter Custom Tall chest of drawers in oak, 1970s
Located in Berlin, DE
German carpenter Custom Tall chest of drawers, Germany, 1970s. Beautiful solid oak pulls and edging details with Oak veneer surfaces.
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1970s German Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

18th Century Important Wooden Commode of King Louis XV by Pierre Migeon 1740
Located in Roma, RM
Rare and incredible French commode, city of Paris and signed P.M. ,Pierre Migeon EBENISTE 1701-1758. Commode of great quality and finesse, coeval marble of great thickness, mounts gi...
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Early 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Bronze

18th Century Rococo Swedish Commode
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
18th Century Rococo commode with curved sides. Circa 1780 with original hardware and repainted at a later date.
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18th Century Swedish Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Louis XV Marble Top Bombe Chest
Located in Portland, OR
Antique French Louis XV marble top bombe chest imported from Europe. Incredible intricate patterned inlay veneer drawer faces and sides. Featuring a curvaceous silhouette, two drawer...
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Late 19th Century French Rococo Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

Pair of Swedish Gustavian Style 1870s Painted Chests with Two Fluted Drawers
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of Swedish Gustavian style painted wood chests from circa 1870 with two fluted drawers, fluted side posts, tapered legs and classical hardware. This exquisite pair of Swedish ...
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Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Dramatic Restored Nine-Drawer Chest by American of Martinsville, circa 1950
Located in Atlanta, GA
A beautiful example from a rare series by American of Martinsville, circa 1950. Stout, expertly made mahogany case construction finished in cream lacquer. Fabulous wormhole detail on...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Wood Marble Top Dresser Chest
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form commode or dresser chest By Ralph Widdicomb for John Widdicomb Co. USA, Circa 1940s Solid carved cherry wood, with beveled ...
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1940s American Louis XV Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

Pair Of French Marquetry Bombe Commodes With Specimen Marble Tops
Located in Bridgeport, CT
Pair of French commodes with conforming specimen marble tops and two drawers with large cartouche form bronze mounts with trailing leaves and vines and handles that are part of the v...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Metal

Column Bar by Black Table Studio, Black, Represented by Tuleste Factory
Located in New York, NY
Black Table's signature Column Chest is the studio's proudest creation. This piece truly represents the heart of the studio: architectural concepts compacted into single pieces for l...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Ash

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

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Walnut

Late 19th Century Georgian Style Chest on Chest
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
This handsome piece is made of flamed mahogany with inlaid boxwood and dressed with its original, having eight drawers dressed in Georgian style brass hardware, with a lovely curved ...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

Casaccia by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena - 1960s
Located in Uccle, BE
Rare bedside table or storage unit in walnut designed by Luigi Caccia Dominioni for Azucena in 1962. it will fit perfectly in your bedroom or in the hall of an appartement thanks to ...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

1950s Italian Modern Commode with Brass Details and Glass
Located in Rome, IT
This stunning Italian dresser from the 1950s is a true vintage masterpiece. It features a sleek and modern design, with a beautifully shaped back-painted glass top in retro-grey, bra...
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1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Brass

English Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Interesting English painted pine chest of 12 drawers from a haberdashery. 1830. Reference: 8323 Dimensions 46 inches (117 cms) Wide 21 inches (53 cms) Deep 40 inches (102 cms) High
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19th Century English William IV Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Stacked Commodes in Limed Oak
Located in Westport, CT
Inspired by the iconic designer Paul Frankl, these rustic modern dressers blend timeless elegance with contemporary flair. The oversized drawer frames and subtly curved fronts create...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Nickel

French 19th Century Louis-Philippe Commode
Located in Stockbridge, GA
This 19th century French Commode is made of burl of walnut with a Sainte-Anne marble top. Simple and elegant.
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Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

George III Period Mahogany Chest of Drawers
Located in Bradenton, FL
Impressive 18th century George III Chippendale string inlaid serpentine front mahogany chest of drawers. Chest features four long drawers with original brass handles embossed with l...
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18th Century English George III Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Mahogany

Art Deco Burr Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in London, GB
A stunning Art Deco burr walnut chest of drawers, this was made in England and dates from around the 1920-30’s. It is a great size and is of superb quality. There is lots of storage...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

1900s French Wooden Chest Of Drawers
Located in High Point, NC
Elevate your home with a touch of vintage charm. This authentic 1900s French Wooden Chest of Drawers offers both aesthetics and functionality. Crafted during a period where attention...
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20th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood

Heal and Son’s Chest of Drawers
Located in Warrington, GB
Substantial chest of drawers produced in the late 19th Century by Heal and Son’s. Generously proportioned and finished in wonderful satin birch veneer. A quality piece of furniture...
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19th Century British Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Birch

John Widdicomb French Provincial Louis XV Cherry Marble Top Chests of Drawers
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous pair of French Provincial Louis XV style bombay form commodes or dresser chests By Ralph Widdicomb for John Widdicomb Co. USA, Circa 1940s Solid carved cherry wood, wit...
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1940s American French Provincial Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble, Brass

Early 19th Century Sideboard, Chiffoniere with special Central Locking System
Located in Greven, DE
Semaniere with interesting locking technology Belgium Walnut, oak early 19th century Dimensions: H x W x D: 142 x 127 x 51 cm Description: Small antique cabinet with drawers behin...
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1820s Belgian Empire Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Marble

French Antiques Chest of Drawers
Located in Austin, TX
This French antique chest of drawers embodies the timeless elegance of the Louis XVI style and originates from the enchanting Rhone Valley. Ca...
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1910s French Louis XVI Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Bronze

Mahogany chest of drawers with metal handles
Located in Brescia, IT
Cabinet with three drawers of vintage Scandinavian manufacture. Perfect for adding a touch of mid-century style, this retro-flavored chest of drawers is perfect for use as a nightst...
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1960s Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Metal

Antique Danish 18th Century Baroque Commode with Serpentine Front
Located in Kastrup, DK
Danish 18th century baroque oak wood chest of drawers with serpentine front. In 2 parts. Features a rectangular grey painted top with serpentine front, sitting above four conforming ...
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Mid-18th Century Danish Antique Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Oak

Antique and Vintage Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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 and double chests — tallboys and highboys, which were essentially one chest on top of another — 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. 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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