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Mush Inspired Blue Chest of Drawers by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
Mush Inlay Blue Chest of Drawers – Handcrafted Elegance for Your Home
Add a touch of timeless
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bone, Wood
Antique Sky Blue Chest of Drawers
Located in Sag Harbor, NY
A beautiful Antique Chest of drawers, Hand crafted ca 1890. Hand dovetailed joints in both front
Category
Late 20th Century English Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Poplar, Pine
19th Century Dutch Blue Chest of Drawers
Located in Carmine, TX
Chest of drawers hand-made in The Netherlands in the early 1800s using oak and with beautiful blue
Category
Antique Early 19th Century Dutch Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Scallop Inspired Blue Chest of Drawers by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
Scallop Blue Inlay Chest of Drawers – Handcrafted Elegance for Your Home
Add a touch of timeless
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bone, Wood
Lemina Inspired Blue Chest of Drawers by Artisanal
Located in New York, NY
Lemina Blue Inlay Chest of Drawers – Handcrafted Elegance for Your Home
Add a touch of timeless
Category
2010s Indian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bone, Wood
Gustavian-Style Light Blue Chest of Drawers, Sweden
Located in Kastrup, DK
A decorative and architecturally inspired Gustavian-style chest of drawers in a beautiful light
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Asolo Parma Blue Chest of Drawers
By Porte Italia
Located in Milan, IT
Introducing the Asolo chest in Parma blue, a hand-painted masterpiece adorned with charming
Category
2010s Italian Dressers
Materials
Hardwood
Ca'Rezzonico Parma Blue Chest of Drawers
By Porte Italia
Located in Milan, IT
Introducing Ca'Rezzonico Chest of Drawers. Crafted with spacious and wide drawers, this piece
Category
2010s Italian Dressers
Materials
Wood
Barberini Deep Sea Blue Chest of Drawers
By Porte Italia
Located in Milan, IT
Introducing Barberini Chest with sunflower decor in deep sea blue and parma blue tones. The ribbon
Category
2010s Italian Dressers
Materials
Wood
Blue Hickory Furniture Lacquered Four Drawer Bachelors Chest
By Hickory Chair Furniture Company
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Company. This curved blue chest of drawers is very sturdy and very functional. In addition to the 4
Category
Late 20th Century American American Classical Commodes and Chests of Dra...
Materials
Brass
Swedish Blue Rococo Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
Elegant Swedish bombé-shaped rococo chest of drawers with a curved front and sides.
The chest of
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Bronze
Blue Industrial Iron Chest of Drawers, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage Industrial chest of drawers was made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1950s. It
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Iron
1850 Blue Painted Chest of Drawers, Central Europe
Located in Vo', Veneto
Origin: Austria
Wood: Fir
Description:
Chest of drawers painted in petrol blue, with three tie rods
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Antique 1850s Austrian Louis Philippe Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Fir
Blue Industrial Wooden Chest of Drawers, 1950s
Located in Kojetice, CZ
This vintage Industrial chest of drawers was made in former Czechoslovakia during the 1950s. It
Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Industrial Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Yves Klein Blue-Glazed Chest of Drawers
Located in New York, NY
The rectangular top over four graduated drawers; on bracket feet. Blue glazing with intentional
Category
20th Century Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
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
Category
Early 2000s European Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass, Bronze
Set of Two Faux Bamboo Blue Painted Chests of Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Lots of detail on these sturdy chests of drawers. This faux bamboo set consists of a narrow four
Category
Early 2000s European Colonial Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Faux Bamboo Blue Painted Four Drawer Chest of Drawers
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Lots of detail on this sturdy chest of drawers. This four drawer faux bamboo chest has been painted
Category
Early 2000s European Colonial Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Vintage Pair Chest of Drawers in Pale Blue
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of painted wood chests from American furniture maker Kittinger Furniture. These vintage made
Category
20th Century American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Blue French Commode Chest of Drawers, circa 1715
Located in Madison, MS
original. There are unique wood carved details along the sides of the chest as well as along the drawers
Category
Antique Early 18th Century French French Provincial Commodes and Chests ...
Materials
Wood, Paint
Pale Blue Linen Wrapped Modern Chest of Drawers
Located in Westwood, NJ
a sleek, minimalist design wrapped in soft pale blue linen, exuding a calm and serene aesthetic
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Ches...
Materials
Linen, Wood
Italian Art Deco Blue Crystal Italian Commode, Chest of Drawers
By Vintage Italian Glass
Located in Valladolid, ES
Outstanding chest of drawers made by hand with Italian blue glass plates. Exclusive geometric
Category
2010s Italian Art Deco Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Crystal, Aluminum
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
H 22.25 in W 39 in D 19 in
Small Gustavian Chest Drawers Painted Blue
Located in Kastrup, DK
Swedish small-sized chest of drawers or nightstand in blue painted wood. Height: 47 cm / 18,5 inch
Category
Antique 19th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
Small 18th Century Blue-Painted Baroque Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
A small blue-painted Baroque chest of drawers with a serpentine front and three drawers, each
Category
Antique 18th Century Danish Baroque Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak
Tall Narrow Blue Painted Louis XVI Chest of Drawers
Located in Kastrup, DK
Tall Louis XVI/Gustavian chest of drawers with 11 drawers.
This chest is a custom-made piece
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Danish Louis XVI Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Pine
19th Century Blue Painted Italian Walnut Chest of Drawers
Located in Carmine, TX
Chest of drawers hand-made in Italy in the mid 1800s using walnut. The chest of drawers featured
Category
Antique 19th Century Italian Rustic Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Walnut
English Chinoiserie Chest of Drawers
Located in Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
Late 19th C English blue chinoiserie decorated chest of drawers. 1880
Split in top as photographed
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinoiserie Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Oak, Pine
Period Gustavian Chest of 3 Drawers with Original Blue Paint
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Late 18th Century Swedish 3 drawers chest with original brass hardware and its Gustavian style blue
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Antique Large Blue Pained Rococo Chest of Drawers from Denmark
Located in Round Top, TX
It is the striking blue painted finish that draws one to this handsome large oak chest of drawers
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Danish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Oak, Paint
Modern Chest of Drawers in Ultramarine Blue Lacquer & Handles in Nero Marquina
By Hommes Studio
Located in Porto, PT
Modern Chest of Drawers in Ultramarine Blue Lacquer & Handles in Nero Marquina
The beautiful Malala
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Commodes and Chests of D...
Materials
Brass
H 49.22 in W 56.7 in D 21.26 in
19th Century Spanish Chest of drawers in Duck Egg Blue Paint
Located in Faversham, GB
A wonderful 19th-century pine chest in a wonderful duck egg blue finish.
The cabinet features
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Antique Mid-19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Commodes and Chests of...
Materials
Pine, Paint
Blue & White Florentine Style Hand Painted Italian Chest Of Drawers/Commode
Located in London, Park Royal
A vivid Italian Chest Of Drawers, hand painted in the traditional Florentine style featuring an
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 34.26 in W 46.86 in D 18.51 in
Chest of Drawers in Polychromed Wood in Blue Tones with Iron Handles
Located in Marbella, ES
Chest of drawers in Polychromed wood in blue tones with iron handles.
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Louis XV Country French Style Blue Distressed Chest of Drawers by Hickory
By Hickory Manufacturing Company
Located in Swedesboro, NJ
French style chest of drawers, crafted by Hickory Chair Company—renowned for their quality and dedication
Category
20th Century American Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Blue Painted Oak Rococo Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark circa 1770-80
Located in Round Top, TX
This large antique rococo oak chest of drawers features a serpentine front, handsome brass hardware
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Danish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Large Blue Rococo Oak Chest of Four Drawers, Denmark circa 1750-1800
Located in Round Top, TX
Large antique oak rococo chest of four drawers with handsome brass hardware pulls all resting on
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Danish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Small Blue Painted Rococo Chest of Three Drawers, Sweden circa 1850-70
Located in Round Top, TX
A small pine rococo chest of three drawers with brass key escutcheons. The scalloped edge is
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Rococo Large Blue Painted Chest of Four Drawers, Sweden circa 1780-1800
Located in Round Top, TX
Large antique oak chest of four drawers with handsome brass hardware pulls all raised on attractive
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Vintage Chest of Drawers Covered in a Blue and White Porcelain Mosaic
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Rare and remarkable four drawer hardwood chest ambitiously handcrafted with shards of blue and
Category
Mid-20th Century American Other Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Porcelain, Hardwood
Italian Chest of Drawers with Aqua Blue Murano Glass & Brass Trim Available - JF
Located in Guazzora, IT
This stunning Italian chest of drawers embodies the essence of mid-century modern style with its
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 33.47 in W 47.25 in D 15.75 in
Blue, Ivory, Black, and Yellow Glass with Brass Inlay Chest of Drawers, Spain
Located in New York, NY
Handcrafted in Spain, one-of-a-kind geometric cobalt blue, ivory, black, and yellow glass chest of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Ch...
Materials
Brass
H 35.5 in W 40 in D 19 in
Blue Painted Small Oak Chest of Three Drawers Nightstand, Denmark circa 1820-40
Located in Round Top, TX
This small oak chest of drawers with upper dentil molding will serve well as a side table or
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Danish Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 27.5 in W 30.75 in D 20 in
Blue Painted Large Rococo Oak Chest of Four Drawers, Sweden circa 1750-1800
Located in Round Top, TX
This large antique rococo oak chest of four drawers features a serpentine front, brass hardware
Category
Antique Mid-18th Century Swedish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 42.25 in W 47.25 in D 23.5 in
Tall Blue Rococo Oak Chest of Four Drawers from Denmark, circa 1770-80
Located in Round Top, TX
Large antique oak rococo chest of four drawers with dramatic curves, handsome brass hardware pulls
Category
Antique Late 18th Century Danish Rococo Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Contemporary Chest of Drawers in Blue Bird Eye Stained Wood Leaf & Brass Details
By Hommes Studio
Located in Porto, PT
Contemporary Chest of Drawers in Blue Bird Eye Stained Wood Leaf & Brass Details Malala Chest of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Modern Commodes and Chests of D...
Materials
Brass
H 49.22 in W 56.7 in D 21.26 in
Postmodern Teal Laminate Commodes/Chests of Drawers With Gold Accents - a Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Pair of Postmodern Teal Laminate Commodes with gold accents adds bold elegance and practical storage to any chic living or bedroom space.
Minor wear as shown in the photos.
We s...
Category
Vintage 1980s American Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 30 in W 18 in D 32 in
MidCentury Blue Goatskin Italian Commode Chest of Drawer, 1990
Located in Rome, IT
Refinement and style characterize this chest of drawers, a very charismatic color makes the chest
Category
1990s Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Goatskin, Wood
Christian Astuguevieille Miraki Chest in Blue Rope
By Christian Astuguevieille
Located in North Miami, FL
Yves Klein vivid blue rope clad cabinet with 3 drawers and rope pulls. All original and in amazing
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Tribal Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Rope, Wood
A Pair of Gustavian Style Chests Painted in a Blue/Grey
Located in New York, NY
A timeless pair of painted Swedish-style dressers with four spacious drawers each and brass pulls
Category
20th Century Unknown Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
Blue Faux Bamboo Tall Narrow Painted Jewelry Lingerie Chest
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Solid and charming best describe this 4 drawer faux bamboo painted in Gustavian blue. This
Category
Early 2000s European Colonial Revival Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Metal
Late 19th C. Venetian Chest Painted in Chinoiserie Stye of Blue & Yellow Ochres
Located in London, Park Royal
A late 19th century, Venetian chest of drawers with a curvaceous bombe style shape that plays with
Category
Antique 1890s Italian Louis XV Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
H 35.44 in W 50.01 in D 20.08 in
Gustavian Style 3 Drawer Chest Painted Mifnight Blue
Located in Crowthorne, Surrey
Gustavian dresser renovated to highest standard and painted in midnight blue. Fine moldings around
Category
Vintage 1950s European Gustavian Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood
Blue Late 19th Century Swedish 3 Drawer Gustavian Chest
Located in Haddonfield, NJ
Late 19th Century chest of drawers painted in Gustavian blue. This classic Gustavian style commode
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Scandinavian Gustavian Commodes and Chests of ...
Materials
Brass
Kittinger Mandarin Style Bachelor Chest Dresser Blue and White Lacquer
By Kittinger
Located in Rockaway, NJ
Mid-Century Modern Kittinger two-tone bachelor chest from Mandarin collection. In style of James
Category
20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Hardwood
Single Royal Blue and Parcel-Gilt Decorated Bombay Commode or Chest
Located in Manhasset, NY
Royal blue and parcel-gilt decorated Bombay commode, nightstand or chest. This fine hand painted
Category
Mid-20th Century Hollywood Regency Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Wood, Giltwood
Bespoke Italian Post-Modern Blue Turquoise Gray Glass 6-Drawer Semainier Chest
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
What we love about this piece is not only the functionality with its 6 drawers (options for sizes
Category
2010s Italian Post-Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Brass
H 52 in W 38 in D 18 in
Custom Italian Printed Pop Art Black Blue Butterfly Lacquer Wood Chest/Sideboard
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
A custom fun Conceptual Pop Art lacquer chest, entirely hand-crafted in Italy and completely
Category
2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Paint
H 31.5 in W 47.25 in D 19 in
Custom Italian Printed Pop Art Black Blue Butterfly Lacquer Wood Chest/Sideboard
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
A custom fun Conceptual Pop Art lacquer chest, entirely hand-crafted in Italy and completely
Category
2010s Italian Modern Commodes and Chests of Drawers
Materials
Glass, Wood, Lacquer, Paint
H 31.5 in W 47.25 in D 19 in
Blue Glass and Brass Sideboard with 28 Murano Jewelry and Four Drawers Available
By Roberto Giulio Rida
Located in Guazzora, IT
, crafted in Italy.
Made from solid birch wood, it features a rich blue opal glass surface, beautifully
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Mid-Century Modern Commodes and Ch...
Materials
Brass
H 29.53 in W 63 in D 17.72 in
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Blue Chest Of Drawers For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a range of blue chest of drawers for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique blue chest of drawers was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and brass. Find 180 antique and vintage blue chest of drawers at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 11 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of blue chest of drawers available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Blue chest of drawers made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular at 1stDibs. Blue chest of drawers have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Baker Furniture Company, Chantal Andriot and Established & Sons are consistently popular.
How Much are Blue Chest Of Drawers?
Prices for blue chest of drawers can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, blue chest of drawers begin at $200 and can go as high as $29,900, while the average can fetch as much as $4,500.
Finding the Right Commodes-chests-of-drawers for You
Shopping for 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 any case 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. The term commode was also used to refer to a piece of bedroom furniture — a washstand or nightstand that contained a chamber pot.
As time passed, French and British furniture makers led the way in the production of chests of drawers, and features like the integration of bronze and ornamental pulls became commonplace. Antique French commodes in the Louis XV style were sometimes crafted in mahogany or walnut, while an Italian marble top added a sophisticated decorative flourish. This specific type of case piece grew in popularity in the years that followed.
So, what makes a chest of drawers different from a common dresser? Dressers are short, and chests of drawers are overall taller pieces of furniture that typically do not have room on the top for a mirror as most dressers do. Tallboys and highboys are variations of the dresser form. Some chests of drawers have one column of four to six long drawers or three long drawers in their bottom section that are topped by a cluster of small side-by-side drawers on the top. To further complicate things, we sometimes refer to particularly short chests of drawers as nightstands.
Even though chests of drawers are commonly thought of as bedroom furniture to store clothing, these are adaptable pieces. A chest of drawers can house important documents — think of your walnut Art Deco commode as an upgrade to your filing cabinet. Nestle your chest near your home’s front door to store coats and other outerwear, while the top can be a place to drop your handbag. Add some flair to your kitchen, where this lovable case piece can hold pots, pans and even cookbooks.
When shopping for the right chest of drawers for your home, there are a few key things to consider: What will you be storing in it? How big a chest will you need?
Speaking of size, don’t dream too big. If your space is on the smaller side, a more streamlined vintage mid-century modern chest of drawers, perhaps one designed by Paul McCobb or T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, may best suit your needs.
At 1stDibs, we make it easy to add style and storage to your home. Browse our collection of antique and vintage commodes and chests of drawers today.
Questions About Blue Chest Of Drawers
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A 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, 2021A 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024To 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 ExpertApril 5, 2022The 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, 2022A 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, 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 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 ExpertSeptember 23, 2024What a large chest of drawers is called depends on its proportions. In the United States, a wide piece about waist-high is usually called a dresser. A tall, thin chest of drawers is typically referred to as a highboy. On 1stDibs, you can find a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary chests of drawers.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021A 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, 2021A 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 ExpertFebruary 22, 2021A 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 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 ExpertMarch 3, 2023Yes, 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.
- 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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