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Sulaco Three Drawer Dresser
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Sulaco Three Drawer Dresser champions the foundations of the Danish Modern Movement. Rooted in
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Ash, Oak, Walnut
18th Century Oak Three Drawer Dresser Base
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
Large late 18th Century English oak three drawer dresser base.
Circa 1780.
Category
Antique 1780s English Dressers
Materials
Oak
Holi - Muticolor Inlay Three Drawer Dresser
Located in New York, NY
our exquisite bone inlay three drawer dresser. This stunning piece represents the culmination of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Bone, Wood
Vista of California, Three-Drawer Dresser
By Vista Furniture, D. R. Bates & Jackson Gregory Jr.
Located in San Diego, CA
A three drawer dresser or chest of drawers by Vista of California. Completely restored. Dark brown
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Midcentury Paul McCobb Three-Drawer Dresser Credenza #1508 Blonde Maple T Pulls
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Vintage mid century Paul McCobb three-drawer dresser credenza Planner Group #1508. Beautiful
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Steel, Iron
H 33 in W 36 in D 18 in
Sunbreaker Three Drawer Dresser by Laylo Studio
Located in Geneve, CH
Sunbreaker Three Drawer Dresser by Laylo Studio
Limited Edition
Dimensions: D 61 x W 91.4 x H 81.2
Category
2010s American Post-Modern Dressers
Materials
Steel
English Painted Three Drawer Dresser Base
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Good 18th century English painted three drawer oak dresser base. 1740.
Code: 8852
Dimensions:
W
Category
Antique 18th Century English George II Dressers
Materials
Oak
Mid-Century “Simplex” Three Drawer Dresser or Nightstand by Kent Coffey
By Kent-Coffey
Located in Trenton, NJ
storage solutions for any space.
Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this three drawer dresser
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Metal
Vintage Mid Century Swedish Three Drawer Dresser
Located in Detroit, MI
This vintage mid century Swedish modern three-drawer wooden dresser or low chest with carved
Category
Vintage 1940s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Metal, Brass
Pair of Dan Johnson Three Drawer Dressers for Hayden Hall
By Dan Johnson, Hayden Hall 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pair of dresser by Dan Johnson for Hayden Hall, c.1950s, USA. The maple dressers feature three
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Maple
French Regency Louis XVI Gold Gilt Three-Drawer Dresser or Commode
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style chest of drawers or commode
20th century
Ornate carved gold giltwood, with original hardware.
Measures: 51.75" W x 19" D x 34" H.
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Category
20th Century Louis XVI Dressers
Materials
Giltwood
19th Century Madurese Polychrome Three-Drawer Dresser with Carved Floral Motifs
Located in Yonkers, NY
An Indonesian polychrome dresser from Madura with carved drawers and verdigris highlights
Category
Antique 19th Century Indonesian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 22 in W 39.5 in D 19 in
Vintage Mid-Century Modern Mahogany 3 Drawer Dresser
Located in Seattle, WA
Clean lined three drawer dresser. Elliptical inset drawer openings and four brass-clad mahogany
Category
Vintage 1960s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Mahogany
Pencil Reed Three Drawer Cabinet, Original Finish with "Arch" Design
Located in Bridgehampton, NY
Two pencil reed rattan three drawer dressers in their original finish
with "Arch" design on the
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Rattan, Reed, Wood
Pair of lacquered linen dressers
Located in New York, NY
Pair of lacquered linen and brass three-drawer dressers.
Category
Antique 1880s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
Midcentury Paul McCobb 3 Drawer Black Dresser Aluminum Ring Pulls
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid Century Modern black lacquer three-drawer dresser by Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Maple, Lacquer
Midcentury Danish Rosewood Dresser
Located in Oakland, CA
Three-drawer dresser crafted from rich, dark rosewood with bookmatched grain and set on tapered
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers
Materials
Rosewood
Dresser by Maison Regain
By Maison Regain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fantastic three drawer dresser by Maison Regain from France, 1970's. Made of solid elm wood showing
Category
Mid-20th Century French Dressers
Materials
Elm
Pair of Mid-Century Danish Modern solid Oak 3 Drawer dressers Denmark
By Dyrlund
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Beautiful pair of mid century Danish modern Solid Oak three-drawer dressers. Great simple design
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Oak
18th Century English Oak Dresser Base
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Late 18th Century English oak three drawer dresser base with mahogany cross banding. 1780.
Code
Category
Antique 18th Century English George III Dressers
Materials
Oak
Midcentury Paul McCobb 3 Drawer Black Dresser T Pulls and Iron Base
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Mid-Century Modern black lacquer three-drawer dresser by Paul McCobb for Winchendon Furniture
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Steel
1950’s Swedish “Paradiset” Dresser
By Josef Frank
Located in Turners Falls, MA
1950’s Swedish three drawer dresser. Dresser later papered in “Paradiset” designed by Josef Frank
Category
Mid-20th Century Swedish Scandinavian Modern Dressers
Materials
Birch, Paper
Custom Build Painted Dresser Base
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Custom made painted three-drawer dresser base with paneled back.
This can be made to your chosen
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English George IV Dressers
Materials
Pine
Pair of Midcentury Paul McCobb 3 Drawer Black Lacquer Dressers Brass Knobs
By Paul McCobb, Planner Group
Located in BROOKLYN, NY
Pair of Mid-Century Modern black lacquer three-drawer dresser by Paul McCobb for Winchendon
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 33.5 in W 36 in D 18.25 in
George II Period Oak Dresser on Four Turned Legs
Located in Harrodsburg, KY
A three drawer dresser on turned legs, the back legs turned just as well as the front. Good quality
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century British George II Dressers
Materials
Oak
Cabriole Leg Dresser with Quarter-Sawn Top
Located in Harrodsburg, KY
An oak three-drawer dresser with terrific color and patina. The stunning pattern of medullary rays
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century English George II Dressers
Materials
Oak
A Pair Of Small Dressers By Edward Wormley For Dunbar Ca' 1940's
By Edward Wormley
Located in St.Petersburg, FL
A pair of classic, small three drawer dressers by Edward Wormley for Dunbar ca' 1940's. Bleached
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Mahogany
Widdicomb French Regency Louis XVI Burled Walnut Bow Front Dresser, circa 1920s
By Widdicomb Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional French Regency Louis XVI style bow front three-drawer dresser
By Widdicomb
USA
Category
Vintage 1920s American Louis XVI Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 34.25 in W 48 in D 22 in
Romweber French Rococo Satinwood Inlaid Marquetry Parcel Painted Dresser, 1930s
By Romweber Furniture Co.
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Rococo Louis XV style three drawer dresser or chest of drawers
By Romweber
USA
Category
Vintage 1930s American Louis XV Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 35.5 in W 52.25 in D 22 in
John Widdicomb French Regency Louis XVI Mahogany Dresser, Newly Refinished
By Ralph Widdicomb, John Widdicomb
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous French Regency Louis XVI style three-drawer dresser or chest of drawers
By Ralph
Category
Vintage 1940s American Louis XVI Dressers
Materials
Brass
1960s Florence Knoll Rosewood 3-Drawer Dresser Cabinet with Marble Top
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is a Three-Drawer Dresser, designed by Florence Knoll for Knoll International in 1958. This
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Steel
H 29 in W 19.375 in D 36.25 in
Giorgio Collection European Curly Eucalyptus Dresser in High Gloss Finish
By Giorgio Collection
Located in New York, NY
Giorgio Collection Dresser. Three-drawer dresser of European curly eucalyptus veneer in a high
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Dressers
Materials
Stainless Steel
H 31.5 in W 78.5 in D 21.5 in
Italian Art Deco Chest Of Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Smart modern three-drawer dresser on a wide demilune base. Base is standing on three black painted
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Dressers
Materials
Chrome
Century Furniture Chippendale Pink Lacquered Chest of Drawers or Commode
By Century Furniture
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Chippendale style bombay form three-drawer dresser or chest of drawers
By Century
Category
Vintage 1980s American Georgian Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 33.13 in W 46.5 in D 21 in
Baker Furniture Style Georgian Carved Solid Mahogany Chest of Drawers
By Baker Furniture Company
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Georgian or Chippendale style three-drawer dresser, chest of drawers, or commode
In the
Category
Vintage 1980s American Georgian Dressers
Materials
Brass
Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller Three Drawer Chest Dresser Leather Drawer Faces
By Gilbert Rohde, Herman Miller
Located in Deland, FL
Introducing a rare Model 4140 three drawer dresser designed by Gilbert Rohde for Herman Miller
Category
Vintage 1940s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Leather, Mahogany
H 34.5 in W 44.5 in D 18.5 in
Light Olive Lacquer Oriental Base Legs 3 Drawer Accent Dresser Bachelor Chest
By American of Martinsville
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern decorative olive lacquer brass drop pulls small three drawer dresser bachelor
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 31 in W 36 in D 19 in
3-Drawer Dresser / Cabinet, Paul McCobb, Planner Group by Winchedon, USA, 1950s
By Paul McCobb
Located in Deland, FL
wear whatsoever.
This superb three drawer dresser is highly functional, structurally sound and ready
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Maple
H 32.5 in W 24 in D 18.25 in
Matched Pair Paul McCobb 3-Drawer Chests with Rare Hanging Jewelry Box
Located in Buffalo, NY
" during the mid-20th century.
Vintage midcenury Paul McCobb Planner group dresser
Three-drawer
Category
Vintage 1950s Dressers
Materials
Brass, Nickel
Hollywood Regency Three Drawer Campaign Dresser
Located in Trenton, NJ
classic charm or to add the available matching nightstands this three drawer campaign style bachelor's
Category
20th Century Unknown Hollywood Regency Dressers
Materials
Metal
Rare Bedroom Set by Martin Fineman for Multiplex Modern
By Martin Fineman, Multiplex
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Superb pair of Martin Fineman designed end tables and three-drawer dresser date to 1947. Made for
Category
Vintage 1940s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Metal
Pair of Acid-Etched Brass with Ebony Lacquer Dressers by Bernhard Rohne
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in San Diego, CA
An exquisite and rare pair of acid-etched brass with ebony lacquer three drawer dressers / commodes
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 26.25 in W 31.5 in D 17.75 in
Pair of Acid-Etched Brass with Ebony Lacquer Dressers by Bernhard Rohne
By Bernhard Rohne, Mastercraft
Located in San Diego, CA
An nice and rare pair of acid-etched brass with ebony lacquer three drawer dressers / commodes by
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Brass
H 26.25 in W 31.5 in D 17.75 in
Vintage Three Drawer Retro Dresser With Original Handles
Located in Seattle, WA
.
The dresser has three drawers, each adorned with round metal handles that add a touch of elegance. The
Category
Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Wood
Greta Magnusson Grossman Series 62 Three-Drawer Long Dresser
By Greta Magnusson Grossman, Gubi
Located in Glendale, CA
Greta Magnusson Grossman series 62 three-drawer long dresser. Designed in 1952 by Grossman, this is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers
Materials
Steel
Vintage Danish Mid-Century Teak Three Drawer Vanity Dresser
Located in Emeryville, CA
features a top-opening vanity with a mirror, a single smaller drawer inside, and three larger drawers below
Category
Mid-20th Century Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Mirror, Teak
Danish Modern Three-Drawer Teak Dresser or Chest by Borge Mogensen
By Børge Mogensen
Located in San Diego, CA
Absolutely gorgeous Danish modern three-drawer teak dresser / chest by Borge Mogensen, circa 1960s
Category
20th Century Danish Scandinavian Modern Dressers
Materials
Teak
1950s George Nelson No. 4000 Series Three Drawer Steel Frame Dresser
By George Nelson, Herman Miller
Located in Philadelphia, PA
mobility. This listing is for the 3-drawer dresser, and a matching cabinet and desk are also available for
Category
Vintage 1950s American Modern Dressers
Materials
Steel, Iron
Pair Country French Bombay Shape Three Drawers Dressers Commodes Chests 3 Drawer
By Auffray Furniture
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair country French Bombay shape three drawers dressers commodes chests 3 drawer.
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Dressers
Materials
Maple
H 35 in W 50 in D 22 in
Leslie Diamond Conant Ball Mid Century Modern Three Drawer Birch Chest Dresser
By Conant Ball, Russel Wright, Leslie Diamond
Located in Forest Grove, PA
A Mid-Century Modern three-drawer solid birch dresser or chest of drawers by Leslie Diamond for the
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Birch
H 30.25 in W 42.25 in D 18.75 in
Florence Knoll 4 Drawer Walnut Dresser
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Florence Knoll for Knoll Walnut 4-Drawer Dresser. Three of these 3 drawer versions are available
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Chrome
Danish Modern Chest of Drawers / Three '3' Drawer Dresser by Vitre, c. 1970s
Located in Deland, FL
A stately minimalist Danish Modern design by Vitre. This dresser is constructed from teak. The
Category
Vintage 1970s Danish Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Teak
H 27.25 in W 33.5 in D 18 in
Russel Wright for Conant Ball American Modern Black Lacquered Chest of Drawers
By Conant Ball, Russel Wright
Located in South Bend, IN
A gorgeous Mid-Century Modern black lacquered three-drawer dresser or chest of drawers
By Russel
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Birch, Lacquer
H 30.25 in W 42.38 in D 18 in
Florence Knoll Mid-Century Modern Black Lacquered Chest of Drawers, Refinished
By Florence Knoll, Knoll
Located in South Bend, IN
An exceptional Mid-Century Modern black lacquered three-drawer dresser chest
By Florence Knoll
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Chrome
H 29.5 in W 36 in D 19.5 in
Florence Knoll 3 Drawer Walnut Dresser/ 3 AVAILABLE!
By Knoll, Florence Knoll
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Florence Knoll for Knoll Walnut 3-Drawer Dresser. Three of these 3 drawer versions are available
Category
Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Chrome
Biedermeier Chest of Drawers, South German 1820
Located in Belmont, MA
This original 1820's Biedermeier Chest of drawers comes from Southern Germany. The three drawer
Category
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
Pair of Baroque Marble Top Three Drawer Commodes
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Highest quality bombe style with intricately cast hardware. Lacquered in a satin gray finish.
Category
Mid-20th Century Baroque Dressers
Materials
Wood
19th Century Original Children’s Three-Drawer Chest of Drawers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
drawer pulls are also original to the miniature chest of drawers. The construction is all square cut
Category
Antique 1870s American Adirondack Dressers
Materials
Pine
18th Century Inlaid Italian Walnut Three Drawer Chest/ Lined Drawers
Located in Malibu, CA
Stunning, 18th century Italian chest with three full sized lined drawers. The tope sides & drawers
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Dressers
Materials
Burl
Pair Black Lacquer Heavy Solid Brass Drop Pulls Three Drawer Bachelor Chests
By John Widdicomb, Baker Furniture Company, Grosfeld House, James Mont
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Pair Black Lacquer Heavy Solid Brass Drop Pulls Three Drawer Bachelor Chests Dressers MINT!
Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Dressers
Materials
Marble, Brass
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3 Drawer Dressers For Sale on 1stDibs
An assortment of 3 drawer dressers is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct 3 drawer dressers — often made from wood, metal and walnut — can elevate any home. Find 148 antique and vintage 3 drawer dressers at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. 3 drawer dressers have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. 3 drawer dressers are generally popular furniture pieces, but Mid-Century Modern, Modern and Hollywood Regency styles are often sought at 1stDibs. Some 3 drawer dressers are too large for some spaces — a variety of smaller 3 drawer dressers, measuring 15.75 inches across, are available at 1stDibs. 3 drawer dressers have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Paul McCobb, Winchendon Furniture (Planner Group) and T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings are consistently popular.
How Much are 3 Drawer Dressers?
3 drawer dressers can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price at 1stDibs is $2,500, while the lowest priced sells for $595 and the highest can go for as much as $14,500.
Finding the Right Dressers for You
Antique, new and vintage dressers are a staple in any household. Whether it’s a 19th-century solid pine or oak Welsh kitchen dresser you’re using to store tableware or a Broyhill Brasilia highboy in your bedroom, these furniture fixtures are essential for making the most of your space.
The first step in finding the perfect dresser is considering your particular needs. Most tall dressers offer anywhere from five to seven drawers, essentially allowing for the organization of an entire wardrobe, while shorter, waist-height dresser varieties can be equipped with a convenient vanity mirror.
A highboy dresser is usually around six feet tall, with some versions standing even taller at seven feet or so. Highboys, which began to appear with frequency during the early 17th century in England, are essentially very tall dressers with lots of drawers, whereas a lowboy is a different type of storage furniture in that it's a dressing table with one or two rows of drawers.
When shopping for your antique or vintage dresser, consider those that bear the hallmarks of solid construction. Good furniture means making an investment, and solid hardwood pieces of maple, walnut or cherry will prove far more durable than a bedroom dresser made of particleboard.
If you’re looking for a mid-century modern case piece that boasts a subdued pairing of wood grains and uncomplicated drawer pulls, browse elegant dressers designed by Florence Knoll, Harvey Probber, Paul McCobb and other furniture makers associated with the celebrated style on 1stDibs.
Dressers characterized by bolder designs are also popular: Not only will your new piece of furniture be a storage solution, but it'll also make a statement.
Art Deco furniture makers preferred to work with dark woods and typically incorporated decorative embellishments. An ornately carved French or Italian Art Deco dresser complete with vanity mirror and cabriole scrolled feet might better complement the other pieces in your home. Alternatively, if you favor sumptuous antique furniture with curving lines and floral flourishes, the collection on 1stDibs also includes sophisticated 1800s-era Victorian walnut dressers and washstands with marble tops.
After all, a good case piece isn’t merely for minimizing clutter in your space. The style of your chosen dresser and its specific attributes should add something to your decor and your home. Modern creations include one-of-a-kind shapes, like the venturesome chests of drawers in leather, marble and wood crafted by the likes of Roberto Cavalli.
Explore a broad array of antique and vintage dressers today on 1stDibs.
Questions About 3 Drawer Dressers
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between a dresser and a drawer is that one is a piece of furniture, and the other is a storage feature found in many types of furniture. A drawer is a storage compartment that slides out of a surrounding frame, giving you access to whatever you place inside. Dresser is the term for a long, low piece of bedroom furniture that usually features two or more columns of drawers. Drawers are also found in built-in cabinetry, bathroom vanities, desks and other types of casegood furniture. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of dressers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024What a tall dresser with drawers is called depends on its design. A one-piece tall dresser may be referred to as a vertical dresser or a vertical chest of drawers. On the other hand, a tall dresser that consists of two sections stacked one atop the other is a highboy or a tallboy. Shop a large selection of dressers from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To remove Thomasville dresser drawers, first empty them. Then, pull one drawer out to its farthest point. Feel around the interior of the dresser on both sides. Locate the release button. While pushing on the button, lift the drawer up and out. Find a range of Thomasville dressers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 1, 2024How deep the average dresser drawer is depends on the size of the dresser. The depth of dresser drawers ranges from approximately 14 or 15 inches to around 20 inches. The depth of drawers in larger dressers may exceed 20 inches. A dresser’s drawers will typically be deeper than those in a chest of drawers.
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.
Antique and vintage dressers are a staple in any household. Whether it’s a 19th-century solid pine or oak Welsh kitchen dresser you’re using to store tableware or a Broyhill Brasilia highboy in your bedroom, these furniture fixtures are essential for making the most of your space.
Find antique dressers as well as vintage mid-century modern dressers on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To remove Broyhill dresser drawers, first take everything out of them. Then, pull one drawer out as far as it will go. Locate the latch along the inside of the dresser on the right side. Push the latch toward the track to trigger the release mechanism. Then, slide the drawer out the rest of the way. Find a range of Broyhill dressers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 1, 2024Yes, 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 ExpertApril 26, 2024What a good depth for dresser drawers is depends on what you wish to store. The average depth is 16 to 18 inches, and drawers of this size can accommodate a wide range of items. Some dressers have a mix of deep and shallow drawers, giving you the flexibility to store and organize many kinds of clothing, undergarments and accessories. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of dressers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Dressers 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 ExpertAugust 26, 2024The difference between a bureau, a chest of drawers and a dresser comes down to shape and function. Dressers and chests of drawers are both types of bedroom furniture that feature storage drawers. However, bureaus tend to be wider and shorter, while chests of drawers are narrower and taller. Often used for storage outside of bedrooms, bureaus are usually about the same height as dressers but are shorter than chests of drawers. Find a wide range of casegoods on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between a dresser, a bureau and a chest of drawers is where you place these furnishings and their overall shapes and designs. Usually positioned in a bedroom, a dresser is a wide, low casegood consisting of two or more columns of drawers. When this type of furniture is placed in a living room, office, library or other space beyond the bedroom, people normally refer to it as a bureau. Another type of bedroom furnishing is a chest of drawers, which is a tall vertical column of drawers stacked one above the other. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of dressers, bureaus and chests of drawers.
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