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French 19th Century Bank Of Drawers
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
19th century bank of drawers from a French hardware store. Pine construction with layers of
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Antique 1880s Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

French 19th Century Bank Of Drawers
French 19th Century Bank Of Drawers
H 37.8 in W 100.4 in D 24.41 in
Early 20th Century Teak Bank of Drawers
Located in Gloucestershire, GB
English early 20th Century teak bank of drawers. With twelve drawers and two shelves, retaining its
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Early 20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Teak

Early 20th Century Teak Bank of Drawers
Early 20th Century Teak Bank of Drawers
H 33.86 in W 68.51 in D 25.2 in
Large 19thC Mahogany Museum Bank of Drawers Cabinet
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1867 Large 19thC Mahogany Museum bank of drawers cabinet with original hardware Provenance
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Antique 1860s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Large 19th Century Bank of Drawers
Located in Ongar, GB
A lovely 19th century bank of wooden drawers with original handles. The wood has a nice patina and
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Antique 19th Century European Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Large 19th Century Bank of Drawers
Large 19th Century Bank of Drawers
H 58.67 in W 44.1 in D 15.36 in
Bank of Drawers
Located in London, England
Bank of pine drawers in repainted finish. Circa 1860 H 140cm x W 87cm x D 37cm
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Antique 1860s Cabinets

Materials

Pine

Bank of Drawers
Bank of Drawers
H 55.12 in W 34.26 in D 14.57 in
1940's Twenty Four Painted Bank of Drawers, Haberdashery
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940’s Twenty four painted bank of drawers – Haberdashery 1940’s Twenty four painted bank of
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Vintage 1940s British Shelves

Materials

Paint

1940's Large French Bank Of Drawers - Twelve Drawers
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940's Large French Bank Of Drawers - Twelve Drawers. Substantial and handsome bank of drawers
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Vintage 1940s French Shelves

Materials

Pine

Dutch Mahogany Filing Cabinet or Bank of Drawers, 1930s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This vintage mahogany bank of drawers dates from the 1920/1930s and was made in the Netherlands. It
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Early 20th Century Dutch Industrial Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

French Mahogany Filing Cabinet or Bank of Drawers, 1930s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This vintage mahogany bank of drawers dates from the 1930s and was made in France. It features a
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Vintage 1930s French Industrial Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

British Mahogany Apothecary Cabinet or Bank of Drawers, 1930s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This vintage mahogany bank of drawers dates from the 1930s and was made in England. It features a
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Vintage 1930s British Industrial Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Large 19th C English Engineers Ebonised Bank of Drawers
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Circa 1890 Large 19th C English Engineers ebonised bank of 24 pine drawers. Original
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Antique 1890s English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

1960's Belgian Workshop Bank of Drawers, Sixty Drawers
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1960’s Belgian workshop bank of drawers – sixty drawers 1960’s Belgian workshop bank of drawers
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Shelves

Materials

Birch

1940's French Estate Bank of Drawers, Eight Drawers
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940’s French estate bank of drawers – eight drawers 1940’s French estate bank of drawers – eight
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Vintage 1940s French Shelves

Materials

Pine

19th Century French Jewellers Bank Of Drawers - Original Ebonised Finish
Located in Hook, Hampshire
19th Century French Jewellers Bank Of Drawers - Original Ebonised Finish. Good original French
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Antique 19th Century French Shelves

Materials

Pine

Antique Hardwood Apothecary Cabinet / Bank of Drawers, England, 19th Century
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This apothecary bank of drawers was designed and made in England, late 19th century. It is made
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Antique Late 19th Century British Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Wood

1940’s Tall Chest of Drawers, Bank of Drawers, Twenty Eight Drawers
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940s tall chest of drawers – bank of drawers – twenty eight drawers 1940s tall chest of drawers
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Vintage 1940s English Shelves

Materials

Pine

1940's Small Oak French Atelier Filing Bank Of Drawers
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1940's Small Oak French Atelier Filing Bank Of Drawers. 1940's Small Oak French Atelier Filing
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Vintage 1940s French Shelves

Materials

Oak

Very Rare Large Victorian Photographers Chest Bank of Drawers Collectors Chest
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning original Victorian photographers bank / chest of
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

1950's Original German Oak Stockroom Bank Of Drawers '1292.1'
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s original German oak stockroom bank of drawers (1292.1) 1950’s original German oak
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Vintage 1950s German Shelves

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Oak

1950's Very Large Dutch Seed Bank Of Drawers, One Hundred Drawers '1673'
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Very Large Dutch Seed Bank of drawers – One Hundred Drawers (1673) 1950’s Very Large Dutch
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Shelves

Materials

Pine

1950's Original German Oak Stockroom Bank of Drawers '1292.2'
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s original German oak stockroom bank of drawers (1292.2) 1950’s original German oak
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Vintage 1950s German Shelves

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Oak

Large Dutch Pine Apothecary Cabinet / Bank of Drawers or Shop Counter, ca 1930
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This apothecary bank of drawers was designed and made circa 1930. It was made from pine with brass
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Early 20th Century Dutch Industrial Apothecary Cabinets

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Pine

English Mahogany Commode or Bank of Drawers, 1930s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
large drawers. The interior dimensions of the drawers are: D x W x H 38 x 50 x 14.5 cm.
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Vintage 1930s British Industrial Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Mid 20th Century Large Stripped Pine Bank of Drawers
Located in Bagshot, GB
Bank of 36 drawers, stripped back to reveal the grain and give a fantastic look. All the drawers
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Vintage 1950s European Mid-Century Modern Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Pine

German Oak Filing Cabinet / Bank of Drawers, circa 1950s
Located in Nijmegen, NL
This filing cabinet was produced during the 1950s in Germany. The cabinet features 15 drawers with
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Vintage 1950s German Industrial Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Pine Seed Merchant's or hardware shopkeeper's cabinet r Bank of Drawers
Located in Folkestone, GB
A most delightful vintage pine Seed Merchant's Bank of 51 Drawers of various sizes. Rustically
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Antique Late 19th Century British Industrial Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Pine

German Art Deco Oak Filing Cabinet / Bank of Drawers, circa 1950s
Located in Miami, FL
This filing cabinet was produced during the 1950s in Germany. The cabinet features 25 drawers with
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Vintage 1950s Art Deco Cabinets

Materials

Oak

Vintage Burr Yew Military Campaign Sideboard Drinks Cabinet Bank of Drawers
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
very useful pieces of furniture, who can’t use a few more drawers in their lives right! It can be
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20th Century English Campaign Sideboards

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Brass

1950's Large French Bank Of Workshop Drawers - Sixteen Drawers
Located in Hook, Hampshire
1950’s Large French Bank Of Workshop Drawers – Sixteen Drawers. Sourced in France this is a
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Vintage 1950s French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Beech

German Oak / Pine Apothecary Cabinet or Bank of Drawers, Mid-20th Century
Located in Nijmegen, NL
Belgium until recently. It features 10 drawers with nice brass handles. The interior dimensions of the
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Industrial Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Oak, Pine

GEORGIAN STYLE H.G. HUDSON BURR WALNUT SIDEBOARD BANK OF DRAWERS QUALiTY MADE
By E.G. Hudson
Located in Pulborough, GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this Georgian Style E.G Hudson Yew Wood Sideboard Chest Wood. A solid and fine quality sideboard, this item will have some surface light scratch...
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20th Century British Sideboards

Materials

Yew

Large Antique Industrial Wooden Mahogany Chest of Drawers, C.1920
Located in London, GB
A very large mahogany bank of drawers. c.1920 Twelve drawers, with brass looped pulls above
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Early 20th Century English Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Wood, Mahogany

EXQUISITE ANTIQUE CIRCA 1760 BURR WALNUT GEORGE III BANK / CHEST OF DRAWERs
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
George III circa 1760 Burr Walnut bank of drawers Please note the delivery fee listed is just a guide
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Antique 1760s English George III Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Walnut

Brutalist Dresser Credenza by Heritage Henredon
By Heritage-Henredon
Located in New York, NY
handles, having two banks of drawers flanking a two-door storage space. Clean, original condition showing
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Large Bank Of Hardware Drawers
Located in Ongar, GB
The most amazing set of drawers from a French hardware store. They have the most wonderful patina
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Antique Late 19th Century French Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Pine

Large Bank Of Hardware Drawers
Large Bank Of Hardware Drawers
H 37.8 in W 100.4 in D 24.41 in
Mahogany Double Wellington Chest
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
, i.e. a tall bank of drawers secured by hinged locking pilasters to take with him and carry around
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Mahogany Double Wellington Chest
Mahogany Double Wellington Chest
H 50 in W 40 in D 19 in
Walnut 19th Century Wellington Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
chest of this type, i.e. a tall bank of drawers secured by hinged locking pilasters to take with him and
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Regency Mahogany Wellington Chest Of Drawers
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
this type, i.e. a tall bank of drawers secured by hinged locking pilasters to take with him and carry
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Antique 19th Century English Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

French Vintage Marble Top Demilune Chest
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
, apron and flanking the bank of drawers.
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20th Century French Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Marble, Brass

French Vintage Marble Top Demilune Chest
French Vintage Marble Top Demilune Chest
H 28.75 in W 26.88 in D 14 in
Antique French Commode in Walnut Early 19th Century
Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR
commode from Eastern France featuring a small bank of drawers to the top surface. This tiered commode
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Antique Early 19th Century French Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Bronze

Large 19thC English Mahogany Bank Drawers
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1890 Large 19thC English Mahogany Bank Drawers sku 1813 W188 x D55 x H78 cm. Weight 84 kg
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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

Large 19thC English Mahogany Bank Drawers
Large 19thC English Mahogany Bank Drawers
H 30.71 in W 74.02 in D 21.66 in
19thC Monumental Dry Scraped French Bank of Pine Drawers
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1880 19thC Monumental Dry Scraped French Bank of Pine Drawers An exceptional example
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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Large Georgian English Pine Bank Drawers / Counter
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1820 Large Georgian English Pine Bank Drawers / Counter sku 1984 W157 x D47 x H85 cm Weight
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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

Large 19thC English Walnut Apothecary Bank Drawers
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1890 Large 19thC English Walnut Apothecary Bank Drawers sku 1738 W133 x D51 x H127 cm Weight
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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

19thC English Pine Bank Haberdashery Drawers / Counter
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1880 19thC English Pine Bank Haberdashery Drawers / Counter sku 1713 W157 x D48 x H100 cm
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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

19thC English Scratch Built Pine Bank Drawers
Located in Staffordshire, GB
circa 1880 19thC English Scratch Built Pine Bank Drawers 1258 W82 x D46 x H130 cm.
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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Pine

19thC English Scratch Built Pine Bank Drawers
19thC English Scratch Built Pine Bank Drawers
H 51.19 in W 32.29 in D 18.12 in
Thomasville Bank Chest of Drawers Solid Hard Wood Haberdashery Style
By Thomasville
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning RRP £4500 Thomasville USA solid hardwood bank or
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20th Century American Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Bank of Apothecary Drawers, Chest Of Drawers.
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
stored in the drawers. The bank of drawers comprise of three rows of six small drawers on top of two rows
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Apothecary Cabinets

Materials

Mahogany

Georgian Style Sideboard Sized Bank or Chest of Drawers in Burr & Burl Walnut
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
sized chest of drawers with stunning timber patina A very good looking and well made piece, this is
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20th Century English Georgian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Walnut 19th Century Wellington Chest
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
Wellesley, commissioned the first chest of this type, i.e. a tall bank of drawers secured by hinged locking
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Walnut 19th Century Wellington Chest
Walnut 19th Century Wellington Chest
H 49.75 in W 21.5 in D 16 in
Antique Wooden Drawer Bank
Located in High Point, NC
Central Europe in the early 20th Century, the deep square shape of the drawers indicates that this piece
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Antique 19th Century European Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Antique Wooden Drawer Bank
Antique Wooden Drawer Bank
H 34.1 in W 26.6 in D 14.2 in
19th Century Mahogany Wellington Chest
Located in Bedfordshire, GB
Wellington, Arthur Wellesley, commissioned the first chest of this type, ie a tall bank of drawers secured by
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Antique Mid-19th Century English William IV Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Mahogany Wellington Chest
19th Century Mahogany Wellington Chest
H 48.5 in W 28.25 in D 19 in
Vintage Military British Bank Cash Box
Located in Edogawa-ku Tokyo, JP
Discover a unique piece of history with this vintage military bank cash box. Crafted with
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Mid-20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Metal

Vintage Military British Bank Cash Box
Vintage Military British Bank Cash Box
H 14.18 in W 23.43 in D 16.54 in
20th Century, French Industrial Drawer Bank
Located in High Point, NC
This industrial work table holds a chest of drawers with a unique, timeworn patina. Made in France
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20th Century French Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

20th Century, French Industrial Drawer Bank
20th Century, French Industrial Drawer Bank
H 36.6 in W 39.4 in D 17.3 in
Mid-20th Century Gray Painted Chest of Drawers
Located in WEST PALM BEACH, FL
situated over a bank of three drawers with face borders painted in charcoal gray and raised on straight
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Late 20th Century Unknown Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Wood

Early 20th century apothecary fruitwood tall chest of drawers
Located in Debenham, Suffolk
Early 20th century apothecary fruitwood tall chest of drawers circa 1930. Unusual and rare piece
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Mid-20th Century English Edwardian Commodes and Chests of Drawers

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Iron

French Provincial Directoire Commode Chest of Drawers, 19th Century
Located in Sherborne, GB
fantastic patina over time. The chest is a bank of 5 drawers, three small over two long drawers. Shield
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Antique 19th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Walnut

Mid 20th Century Easifit Teak Tallboy Chest of Drawers - 1960s
By France & Søn
Located in Tonbridge, Kent
enhances its natural beauty. The rectangular form features a bank of five graduating drawers, providing
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Mid-20th Century British Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

French 19th Century Empire Neoclassical Mahogany Commode Chest of Drawers
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Impressive Empire mahogany commode hand crafted in 19th century France; four drawers and
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Antique 19th Century French Empire Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Brass

Antique Vintage Industrial English Printers Chest of Haberdashery Shop Drawers
Located in Sale, GB
- A wonderful bank of industrial printers drawers by Caslon London, English circa 1920. - There
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Early 20th Century British Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers

Materials

Oak, Pine

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Bank Of Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs

Find a variety of bank of drawers available on 1stDibs. The range of distinct bank of drawers — often made from wood, softwood and pine — can elevate any home. Find 182 antique and vintage bank of drawers at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 2 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of bank of drawers available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Bank of drawers bearing Industrial or Victorian hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Bank of drawers have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Archie Shine, Bevan Funnell Ltd. and Biedermeier are consistently popular.

How Much are Bank Of Drawers?

Prices for bank of drawers start at $510 and top out at $23,951 with the average selling for $3,472.

Finding the Right Case Pieces And Storage Cabinets for You

Of all the vintage storage cabinets and antique case pieces 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 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. Alternatively, apothecary cabinets are charming case goods similar in size to early dressers or commodes but with uniquely sized shelving and (often numerous) drawers.

Whether you’re seeking a playful sideboard that features colored glass and metal details, 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 Bank Of Drawers
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
    A bank of drawers is a piece of storage furniture that differs considerably from a chest of drawers. This furnishing is typically going to feature many more drawers than an ordinary chest of drawers might, and is often used interchangeably with the term “apothecary cabinet” because pharmacists used to require such a structure that afforded ample storage for classifying and filing away items in their places of business. Find antique and vintage banks of drawers today on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    A piggy bank is called a piggy bank due to its history. During the Middle Ages, people often kept money in pots made out of an orange clay called pygg. Due to the name of the clay, these pots were known as pygg pots. During the 19th century, clever potters began to design money banks in pig shapes as a play on the word “pygg.” After pig-shaped coin banks became popular, the term piggy bank expanded to include any coin bank with a whimsical shape or decorative details. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of coin banks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    The term piggy bank usually means a coin bank in the shape of a pig. However, some people will refer to any coin bank with a decorative shape as a piggy bank. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of piggy banks.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 1, 2024
    Yes, Jeff Banks is a good brand. The British designer's apparel from the 1970s is beloved by many vintage fashion fans for its unique feminine prints. Due to the quality that went into producing Jeff Banks pieces, many of the brand's retro blouses, dresses and other clothing remain in good condition today. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of vintage Jeff Banks apparel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Zale Corporation originally took over Bailey Banks & Biddle in 1962. In 2007, Finlay Enterprises purchased all of the jewelry store locations, but in 2010, the company filed for bankruptcy and sold the chain to Grand Metropolitan. The new owner closed all but eight locations. These remaining stores shuttered in 2019.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    The term “file drawer” likely refers to filing cabinets. This is a type of office furniture that is used for storing paper documents in file folders. The two most common forms of filing cabinets are lateral filing cabinets and vertical filing cabinets. Shop for a variety of antique and vintage filing cabinets and other storage solutions on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    To tell if a cast iron bank is real or a reproduction, examine the hardware used to hold it together. Original banks usually feature flathead screws, while modern reproductions tend to have Phillips-head hardware. Shop a range of expertly vetted original cast iron banks 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 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
    What a desk with drawers is called depends on its design. One that consists of a tabletop supported by a base with drawers on both sides is a pedestal desk. Pieces that combine lower drawers with overhead cabinets and shelves is a credenza desk. You'll find a large selection of antique and vintage desks on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024
    The 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 4, 2024
    To identify an antique chest of drawers, look inside and beneath drawers and on the back and bottom for any type of maker's marking. Researching these marks using trusted online resources may allow you to determine who produced your chest and roughly date your piece. If your chest is at least 100 years old, it is an antique. Should you be unable to locate the maker's marks, look at the hardware. Rose head nails, one-piece cast brass pommels on the drawer handles and circular rather than hexagonal bolts may all indicate that a piece is an antique. Keep in mind that hardware may have been replaced at some point and that there are many reproductions of antique furnishings. As a result, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer complete the identification process if you're unable to identify your chest via the maker's markings. Find a range of antique chests of drawers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    What 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, 2022
    To 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 ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    A wardrobe with drawers is called a chifforobe or chifferobe. It usually features a large, roomy interior for hanging clothes on one side and a chest of drawers on the other. Chifforobes date back to the early 20th century, and their name is a combination of the words wardrobe and chiffonier, the term for a narrow chest of drawers. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of chifforobes.
  • 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 5, 2022
    Yes, you can remove filing cabinet drawers from most cabinets. However, the methods of doing so vary. Some cabinets feature track hardware that allows you to pull the drawers out. With others, you need to shake the cabinet to dislodge the drawers. Shop a range of vintage and antique filing cabinets on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An apothecary cabinet is a cabinet with a great number of drawers. This versatile piece of furniture was originally used by pharmacists in the 1800s to store and organize medicines and herbs. Shop an array of apothecary cabinets from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 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 1, 2024
    How 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, 2022
    To 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.

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